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Mrs. L. from Roseville, CA is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Budding Picassos Need Oil Pastels!

My students need 14 different art supplies such as oil and chalk pastels, watercolor pencils, and tracing paper.

  • $603 goal

This project expired on September 28, 2009.

This project expired on September 28, 2009.

I am fortunate to teach lively kindergartners at a public elementary school which opened its doors for the first time in 2008. Because we are a new school, funding is extremely limited, and due to the current nature of the economy, funding will continue to be a concern.

Our students are excited to learn, but the lack of funding for creative art materials makes all the difference in the type of learning experience we can provide. Our school is committed to the study of art through classroom art presentations featuring reproductions of famous works of art. At the conclusion of each presentation, our students have the opportunity to create their own works of art using elements and techniques that reflect what was learned during the presentation. Various artistic mediums are encouraged, allowing students the opportunity to express themselves in a multitude of ways. This unique approach to the study of Art is not only embraced by the students, but praised by parents. In addition, these monthly presentations allow our school to comply with California and National Visual Arts Standards.

With your help, we can purchase those art materials that will give our students the opportunity to experience a whole new world: scissors, tissue paper, glue, markers, oil pastels, crayons, and more! Imagine a child picking up an oil pastel for the first time. It looks very similar to a crayon, but the moment that pastel hits the paper, all comparisons stop there. The color is rich and vivid; the lines are smooth and thick, and the children are delighted to experience something new. Learning how to use new art materials is half the fun, but exploring the endless possibilities is what makes this a timeless investment.

You can ensure that our students have a well-rounded education with an appreciation of the wonderful world of art. You can bring them one-step closer to utilizing those tools that will help them realize their uniqueness, encourage their creativity, and boost their self-confidence. We are grateful for your thoughtful consideration of our project, and thank you in advance for your generosity!

Mrs. L.
Never Before Funded Never Before Funded Grades PreK-2
    More than a third 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

    This project will reach 350 students.

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
FF534 - Tissue Paper Squares • Lakeshore Learning $9.95 1 $9.95
FISKARS EDGERS/CONTEMPORARY 6PK • Blick Art Materials $11.28 1 $11.28
TRACING PAPER PAD/9X12 100SHT • Blick Art Materials $5.98 2 $11.96
FISKARS EDGERS/CLASSIC 6PK • Blick Art Materials $11.28 1 $11.28
ELMERS GLUE/4OZ SCHOOL • Blick Art Materials $0.63 35 $22.05
ELMER WASH SCHL GLUE/30 CLASSPK .24 STICK • Blick Art Materials $11.94 3 $35.82
CRAYOLA WSH MARKERS/CLSC CLR 192CT CLSPK • Blick Art Materials $81.50 1 $81.50
CRAYOLA WC PENCIL/240CT CLASSPACK • Blick Art Materials $54.54 1 $54.54
SPDBALL BLOCKPRT INK/BLK 1LB • Blick Art Materials $14.41 1 $14.41
SPDBALL HRD RUB BRAY/4IN • Blick Art Materials $5.43 1 $5.43
PRINT FOAM BRD/4X6 100SHT • Blick Art Materials $9.15 2 $18.30
CRAYOLA REG CRAYON/832CT CLSPK 16 CLRS • Blick Art Materials $58.66 1 $58.66
BLICK PASTEL/144PC CLASSRM PK • Blick Art Materials $22.49 1 $22.49
CRAYOLA OIL PASTELS/336CT CLASSPK • Blick Art Materials $40.43 1 $40.43

Materials cost

$398.10

Vendor shipping charges

$39.81

Sales tax

$28.86

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.95

Fulfillment labor & materials

$17.00

Total project cost

$493.72

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$108.38

Total project goal

$602.10

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