Kate Fawthrop's Grade 6 class at Longue Sault Public School (LSPS) is teaming up with a local business, Ground Soap, to design and sell a custom soap that will raise funds for a Bathroom Beautification Project at their school.
The Bathroom Beautification Project stemmed from student survey data that showed students wanted cleaner, brighter, and more welcoming bathroom spaces. Inspired to take action, the class proposed creating a unique soap that reflects their school spirit and values and use that as the basis of their fundraiser. After visiting Ground Soap's factory and exploring scent options, the students selected a combination of pine and lemon for their product.
"Our goal is to make our school bathrooms cleaner, brighter, and more welcoming," said Izzy Skrepnek, a Grade 6 student. "We believe that when spaces feel cared for, students take more pride in keeping them clean."
"We wanted something that connects to the idea of cleanliness and caring for our school," added classmate Carter Hanes. "Soap was the perfect fit!"
Funds raised from soap sales will go towards meaningful improvements to the school's bathroom facilities such as new mirrors and positive message signs. The project aligns with the school's focus on sustainability, community engagement, and experiential learning.
Throughout this project, students learned entrepreneurship skills, environmental science, and marketing basics by exploring how local businesses operate, sustainable production practices, and developing their own business pitch.
The soaps, currently in production, will be ready for sale just in time for the holiday season, making them perfect gifts for family and friends. Each bar is handcrafted with natural ingredients, supporting both local business and student-led initiatives.
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