With these funds I will...purchase 2 tower fans ($63.97 each) from Home Depot for my K - 4 science classroom, which also serves as the meeting place for the 4 - 8 Lego robotics team. Many schools in the Philadelphia School District are in older buildings without air conditiong. During the warmer months Philadelphia becomes extremely humid and muggy, which causes the older school buildings to become intolerable at times. We often have early dismissals and school closings related to the intense heat. I have been working in my classroom for the past few weeks with the windows open, and it has been very difficult at times to remain in my classroom. It will become even hotter once there are 25 - 29 other bodies in the room.

In order for learning to take place, students must feel comfortable. I have worked hard to create a welcoming environment for my students so that maximum instruction and learning can take place. I am afraid that the intense heat in my classroom will directly impact my students' learning in a negative way. As I'm sure everyone is aware, teacher's are spending large amounts of their own money to create a welcoming environment for their students. Unfortunately, I have already spent the maximum amount that I am able to afford for my classroom. If you were able to invest any amount, it would be greatly appreciated.

Here is a link to the towers that I would like to purchase:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Lasko-Wind-Curve-42-in-Oscillating-Tower-Fan-with-Fresh-Air-Ionizer-2554/100405670?MERCH=RV-_-rv_nav_plp_rr-_-NA-_-100405670-_-N

I have included a little extra in the dollar amount requested to cover the cost of any additional tax. 

Thank you for taking the time to view my cause! I also thank you in advance for considering an investment in education. 

"An investment in knowledge pays the best interest."

-Benjamin Franklin

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