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Mr. Pacheco from Bronx, NY is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cozy Comfort for the Perfect Winter...

Help me give my students with beanies to keep their brain cells warm.

  • $1,917 goal

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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

Students in middle school should wear winter hats to stay warm and prevent pain and potential health issues from exposure to cold temperatures, as the head loses a significant amount of body heat.

Middle school students should wear a winter hat to stay warm and comfortable when they are outside participating in activities like playing sports, waiting for the bus, or walking to school.

By shielding their head and ears from the cold, it reduces their risk of becoming ill or developing a cold. Students can participate in after-school activities and school-related events by wearing a winter hat, which helps them stay focused and energized and reduces distractions from the cold.

Students should wear a winter hat because the head loses a lot of body heat. Doing so helps keep the core body temperature stable, especially in cold weather, avoiding discomfort and potential health risks like hypothermia, especially when spending time outside in the winter.

Preventing heat loss:

In cold climates, the head loses a lot of heat due to its vast surface area and numerous blood veins; a hat helps retain warm air and reduce heat loss.

Protection for the ears:

In extremely cold weather, winter hats frequently cover the ears to prevent frostbite.

Increased comfort: On chilly days, a warm head can greatly increase general comfort, enabling pupils to concentrate better on their tasks.

Vulnerability of adolescents:

Compared to adults, adolescents lose a greater percentage of body heat through their heads, which makes wearing a hat during the cold months even more important.

So, next time you venture out into the cold, don't forget to grab your trusty beanie. It's not just a fashion statement but a practical tool for keeping your head warm and cozy!

Mr. Pacheco PS 95 Sheila Mencher Grades 6-8

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 three‑quarters 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

100 students impacted 21donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
navy blue beanie • DKS Printing $10.50 100 $1,050.00
beanies • DKS Printing $10.50 50 $525.00

Materials cost

$1,575.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$23.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,628.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$287.40

Total project goal

$1,916.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,916.02

20 Donors

-$1,796.02

Donations toward project cost

-$1,526.62

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$269.40

match offer

-$120.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$102.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.00

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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