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Ms. G. from Washington, DC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Tidy Clean Learning Environment!

Help me give my students a crucial addition to our kindergarten classroom – a vacuum cleaner. Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe learning environment is essential for our young students' health, safety, and educational experience.

  • $573 goal

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I am writing to request support for a crucial addition to our kindergarten classroom – a vacuum cleaner. Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe learning environment is essential for our young students' health, safety, and educational experience

In a kindergarten setting, a tidy and organized classroom is not just a preference but a necessity.

Here’s why having a vacuum cleaner is imperative:

Health and Hygiene: Young children are particularly vulnerable to allergies and respiratory issues. Dust, dirt, and debris can exacerbate these conditions. A vacuum cleaner will help us maintain a clean environment, reducing the risk of allergies and illnesses, thereby promoting better health among our students.

Safety: A clean classroom reduces the risk of accidents. Dust and small objects on the floor can be tripping hazards. Regular vacuuming ensures that the floor is free of potential dangers, creating a safer space for the children to learn and play.

Learning Environment: A clutter-free classroom fosters a positive learning environment. It helps in minimizing distractions, making it easier for children to focus on their activities and educational tasks. An organized space also teaches children the value of cleanliness and orderliness from an early age.

Teacher Efficiency: Having a reliable vacuum cleaner will significantly enhance our cleaning routine, allowing us to spend more time on educational activities and less on maintaining the classroom. It supports our efforts in creating a productive and conducive learning atmosphere.

We are seeking funding to acquire a high-quality vacuum cleaner that is suitable for a classroom environment. Specifically, we are looking for a model that is lightweight, easy to use, and effective in picking up both large debris and fine dust particles. A vacuum cleaner with HEPA filtration would be ideal, as it will help in trapping fine particles, further enhancing the air quality in our classroom.

Ms. G.
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Dyson - V8 Cordless Vacuum with 6 accessories - Silver/Nickel • Best Buy Education $424.69 1 $424.69

Materials cost

$424.69

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $25.48

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.37

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$486.54

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$85.86

Total project goal

$572.40

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $572.40

11 Donors

-$551.99

Donations toward project cost

-$486.54

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.45

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$20.41

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 $0.00

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