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Ms. Sardar from Schenectady, NY is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Clean Air for Healthy Learning

Help me give my students clean air to thrive and succeed in our classroom!

  • 1 donor
  • $275 goal

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My Project

The item I requested is an air purifier for “Clean Spaces for Healthy Learning” will directly impact my students by ensuring a healthier and more comfortable classroom environment. This item will help reduce germs and the spread of illnesses, leading to fewer absences and more consistent participation in learning activities. Additionally, an organized and clean classroom allows students to focus better without the distractions of clutter or unclean surfaces, creating an environment that encourages concentration, creativity, and active engagement in their studies.

My primary goal is to provide my students with a safe, sanitary, and welcoming learning environment where they can thrive academically and personally.

By addressing basic hygiene and cleanliness needs, this project aims to foster a space where students feel secure and valued, reducing health-related barriers to learning. Additionally, the project seeks to promote a culture of responsibility and care among students, teaching them the importance of maintaining cleanliness and respecting shared spaces as part of their overall development.

My students are special because of their resilience, curiosity, and drive to succeed, even when faced with challenges. They come from diverse backgrounds, each bringing unique perspectives and talents to the classroom. Despite limited resources, they demonstrate a remarkable willingness to learn and grow, embracing every opportunity to improve themselves and their surroundings. Their enthusiasm and determination inspire me to create an environment that supports their ambitions and provides them with the tools they need to reach their full potential.

Ms. Sardar Lincoln Elementary Community School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Schenectady, NY View local requests

Nearly all 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

21 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Shark - NeverChange Air Purifier 5-Year Filter Life 650-sq Ft - Black • Best Buy Education $199.99 1 $199.99

Materials cost

$199.99

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.00

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$232.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$41.12

Total project goal

$274.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$274.11

1 Donor

-$274.11

Donations toward project cost

-$232.99

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$41.12

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$0.00

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