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Donnie supports "We Love To Paint" page

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  • $1,068raised
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  • 2teachers supported
Hi Everyone - - I wanted to share this awesome site with you! A friend mine began teaching elementary children (K-4 ) art at an inner city school in Philadelphia which for 21 years has had no funding for an arts programs. Last year, for the first time, in her classes, these children experienced the joys of self expression, the magic of imagination and excitement of discovery through the creative projects in her art classes. Helping children develop self-expression, imaginative and ... more
Hi Everyone - - I wanted to share this awesome site with you! A friend mine began teaching elementary children (K-4 ) art at an inner city school in Philadelphia which for 21 years has had no funding for an arts programs. Last year, for the first time, in her classes, these children experienced the joys of self expression, the magic of imagination and excitement of discovery through the creative projects in her art classes. Helping children develop self-expression, imaginative and creative skills not only builds self esteem but can also help them become better learners in other important subjects. No contribution is too small. With small steps we can make great changes. Thank you! Donnie hide
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  • We Love To Paint!

    Funded Sep 21, 2009

    Forgive me for taking so long to update you regarding the painting projects that you so generously funded for my students.  We have had a very busy fall here at school. In addition to the donorschoose grant, we applied for a local grant to fund a music/dance residency in the spring.  We should find out our status any day now!

    The children, needless to say, were so excited to begin painting--for many of them, in fact, it was their first experience with paint.  As you can well imagine, the sensory engagement with the materials provided the students with an experience well outside their typical school routine.  I am quite convinced that the planning, motivation and follow-through involved in making art enhanced their academic skills.

    I told the children, and continue to remind them, that good people, like the individuals who donated their art supplies, make good things happen in the world. I want them to maintain a healthy sense of gratitude and to not for a moment take for granted the gifts and opportunities that come ones way in life.  I also remind them that they, too, have the capacity to do great things in this world.

    In closing, I want to wish all of you much peace and joy during this holiday season.  I hope that you and your families and friends will enjoy the pleasures that come with it, and will experience good health and happiness in 2010!”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. R.

  • Let There Be Lights (And Some Basic Art Supplies)!

    Funded Oct 20, 2009

    Thank you for your generosity and support. Your donations allowed us to create all sorts of wonderful art projects. We created a scare crow that won 2nd place in the local fall garden exhibition, a Christmas tree for the Louisiana Childrens Museum, ornaments for an Art Against Aids fundraiser, and a series of amazing self-portraits.

    The students were able to create REAL works of art and participate in projects that allow them to express themselves while making a positive contribution to their own community. Your generosity allowed them, in turn, to give to others.

    Thanks again for your assistance. We will continue to use the supplies we received to create more wonderful artwork this school year. I have all sorts of other projects and community arts initiatives up my sleeve...”

    With gratitude,

    Mr. Be

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