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Mrs. Ota from Hilo, HI is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Breathe Better: Clean the Air

My students need an AeraMax 300/DX95 Large Room air purifier to clean the air, respiratory masks if a volcanic plume is emitted, and flashlights in case of an emergency.

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My Students

On the Big Island of Hawaii, I teach in a first grade general education classroom at an Elementary School. Our school is located on the east side of the island. Our school is a Title I school with a high population of low-income families. We service approximately 850 students.

My first grade students are cute, sweet, and definitely unique.

Each student is "one of a kind”. Every student has their own personality, interests, and life experiences.

As a teacher in a Title 1 school, I have to keep in mind that academics are not the only challenge for many of these students. Due to the high population of low income families, it’s common that families struggle to provide necessities and academic support at home. Although many of these students are faced with economic challenges, they are eager to learn and happy to be in school.

My Project

The first step to teaching is meeting the basic needs of each child. When hearing the phrase "basic needs" one might instantly think of food and water. In Hawaii, the most current threat is the Kilauea volcano. Yes, we are faced with the devastating reality that the lava will consume everything in its path. Although lava is a key indicator of danger, the silent danger is the sulfur dioxide emitted from the volcano.

The Kilauea volcano is beautiful yet deadly.

To be proactive, an air purifier will filter the vog(a form of air pollution) in the air. The children's masks will help students breath outdoors and indoors if the electricity is not working. The flashlights have a dual purpose, to bring light in a dark situation and to help us explore our science standards on light.

Mrs. Ota Waiakea Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
AeraMax 300/DX95 Large Room Air Purifier Mold, Odors, Dust, Smoke, Allergens and Germs with True HEPA Filter and 4-Stage Purification • Amazon Business $191.79 1 $191.79
AeraMax 300 Air Purifier True HEPA Authentic Replacement Filter with AeraSafe Antimicrobial Treatment (9287201) • Amazon Business $34.37 1 $34.37
AeraMax 300 Air Purifier Authentic Carbon Replacement Filters - 4 Pack (9324201) • Amazon Business $30.99 1 $30.99
Chromo Inc Immedia-Light Hand Crank Flashlight 4 Pack of Immediate Light for Emergency, Camping, Home or Car. Green Energy. No-Battery Required. Translucent Case with 3 LED Pure White light • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
Cute Kids Adult Anti Pollution Mask Unisex Outdoor Protection N95 Non-woven Fabric Dust Mouth Mask 4 Layer Valve Filter • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Cute Kids Adult Anti Pollution Mask Unisex Outdoor Protection N95 Non-woven Fabric Dust Mouth Mask 4 Layer Valve Filter • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Cute Kids Adult Anti Pollution Mask Unisex Outdoor Protection N95 Non-woven Fabric Dust Mouth Mask 4 Layer Valve Filter • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$329.09

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $14.48

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.94

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$378.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$66.80

Total project goal

$445.31

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $445.31

4 Donors

-$345.31

Donations toward project cost

-$293.51

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$51.80

match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

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 $0.00

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