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Mr. Pollard from Camden, NJ is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Importance of Having a School Uniform Shirt

Help me give my students Shirts to wear to school everyday to be part of the community.

  • $180 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

School uniform shirts play a significant role in fostering a sense of belonging and community among high school students. These shirts create a shared identity, where students feel like they are part of something larger than themselves. When everyone wears the same uniform, it eliminates the pressure of keeping up with fashion trends, which can often lead to social divides. Instead, it promotes equality and unity, allowing students to focus on their education rather than their appearance.

Uniforms also help in building school pride.

Wearing a school uniform shirt is a reminder that students are representatives of their school and community. It fosters a feeling of connection, teamwork, and collective spirit. This sense of belonging is vital, as it encourages students to participate in school events, support their peers, and contribute positively to the overall school environment.

Furthermore, school uniforms can help improve discipline and concentration. With fewer distractions related to clothing, students are more likely to focus on their studies, thus creating a more conducive learning environment. School uniform shirts also serve as a simple but effective way to identify students during school activities, ensuring safety and unity.

In conclusion, school uniform shirts are more than just a dress code. They symbolize belonging, equality, and a sense of community, creating a positive and focused environment for high school students.

Mr. Pollard Eastside High School Grades 9-12

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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Camden, NJ 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

10 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Hanes Men's Cool Dri Polo Shirt, Quick-Drying Performance Polo For Men, 40+ Upf Protection • Amazon Business $12.04 10 $120.40

Materials cost

$120.40

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.81

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$152.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.86

Total project goal

$179.07

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $179.07

1 Donor

-$76.11

Donations toward project cost

-$76.11

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$89.53

Match offer toward project cost

-$76.10

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.43

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$13.43

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 $0.00

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