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Mr. Taylor from Baltimore, MD is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Quest For the Cordless Vacuum: A Classroom's Adventure in Cleanliness

Help me give my students a cordless vacuum to keep our classroom rug clean.

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My Project

The specific item we urgently need for our classroom is a cordless vacuum. This may seem like a simple tool, but it will make a significant difference in their learning. Our classroom rug is not only a cozy and comfortable space for our students to sit and work, but it also serves as a gathering place for interactive lessons and group activities. However, keeping the rug clean and free from dust and allergens is a constant challenge. The cordless vacuum will allow us to easily and efficiently maintain a clean environment, reducing distractions and allergies that may hinder our students' concentration and focus.

The goals for this project go beyond just maintaining a clean rug.

By providing a clean and healthy learning environment, we aim to enhance our students' overall learning experience. With a clean rug, they will have a comfortable and inviting space where they can engage in hands-on activities, collaborate with their peers, and immerse themselves in their studies without any concerns about cleanliness. It will also promote a sense of pride and ownership in their classroom, as they will be responsible for maintaining a clean and healthy space.

What makes my students special is their genuine curiosity and eagerness to learn. They constantly surprise me with their creative ideas, insightful questions, and the ability to think critically. They embrace challenges, support each other, and celebrate each other's successes. Our classroom is truly a community of learners where everyone's unique strengths are valued and encouraged. Providing them with the necessary resources, such as the cordless vacuum, will enable them to thrive and reach their full potential.

Mr. Taylor Hampden Elementary School 55 Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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Baltimore, MD View local requests

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

83 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Shark - Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum with XL Dust Cup LED Headlights - Blue Iris • Best Buy Education $229.65 1 $229.65

Materials cost

$229.65

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $13.78

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$276.87

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$48.86

Total project goal

$325.73

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $325.73

1 Donor

-$325.73

Donations toward project cost

-$276.87

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$48.86

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 $0.00

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