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Ms. Aguilar from San Fernando, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Clean Spaces, Bright Minds: Help Us Revitalize Our Classroom!

Help me give my students a new carpet and vacuum to create a clean, inviting space that enhances learning and promotes student well-being.

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

In our classroom, we are committed to creating an environment that is both conducive to learning and welcoming for our students. We believe that a positive physical space significantly impacts student engagement and success. Unfortunately, our current carpet has become worn and stained over time, making it less suitable for the daily activities we love to conduct. A clean and well-maintained carpet is essential for providing a cozy area for group work, reading circles, and hands-on projects that foster collaboration, creativity, and community.

A new carpet would not only enhance the aesthetics of our classroom but also contribute to a more comfortable and inviting atmosphere where students can feel relaxed and focused.

It’s important that students have a dedicated space to gather and share ideas, and a fresh carpet would help us achieve that goal. Furthermore, carpets help reduce noise levels, creating a quieter environment that supports concentration and minimizes distractions. The softness of a new carpet encourages students to engage in movement activities, which are vital for their physical and cognitive development.

Additionally, a high-quality vacuum is crucial for maintaining the cleanliness of our classroom. With so many little hands and feet, our space accumulates dust, crumbs, and debris quickly, creating an environment that can be distracting and unhealthy. A reliable vacuum would enable us to keep our classroom tidy and hygienic, allowing students to concentrate fully on their learning without the discomfort of a cluttered environment. It also plays a key role in reducing allergens, promoting a healthier space for all students.

By funding this project, you will play a vital role in transforming our classroom into a more positive and engaging learning space. Your support will not only help us create a cleaner environment but also empower our students to thrive academically and socially.

Ms. Aguilar San Fernando 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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San Fernando, CA 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

24 students impacted 15donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Joy Carpets Kid Essentials Simply Swirls 7'8" x 10'9" Area Rug in Color Neutral • Amazon Business $344.39 1 $344.39
Shark - Stratos MultiFLEX Cordless Stick Vacuum with Clean Sense IQ and Odor Neutralizer DuoClean Powerfins HairPro - Ash Purple • Best Buy Education $297.40 1 $297.40

Materials cost

$641.79

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $58.72

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$740.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$130.61

Total project goal

$870.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $870.75

14 Donors

-$768.11

Donations toward project cost

-$676.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$91.72

match offer

-$75.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$63.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.25

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$27.64

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 $0.00

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