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Mrs. Velazquez from Miami, FL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help me give my students essential materials to complete engaging projects in class.

  • $246 goal

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Mrs. Velazquez has another project! Donate to We are Actively Engagement Smooth Movers to help her classroom.

All donations currently doubled!
You can complete this project for $78.
2X

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This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Currently, our classroom lacks a paper cutter, which significantly limits our ability to effectively utilize larger sheets of paper and specialty materials for projects. Having a paper cutter is essential for providing students with the opportunity to create more intricate and polished work. It allows for precise cuts that enhance the overall quality of their projects and fosters a sense of pride in their finished products. In addition to the paper cutter, we are requesting specialty paper and markers. These materials will enable students to express their creativity and engage in hands-on learning experiences. The combination of these resources will allow them to work with diverse paper types and colors, making their projects visually engaging and encouraging artistic exploration.

Additionally, these resources will support literacy by allowing students to craft books based on the stories they create.

This integration of art and storytelling will enhance their writing skills while fostering a love for literature.

The goal of this project is to equip students with the tools they need for collaborative creativity and hands-on learning. By incorporating these materials, we aim to create an environment where students can experiment with different art forms, develop critical thinking skills, and work together to showcase their unique talents.

Our students are a vibrant mix of creativity and curiosity. Each student brings unique ideas and talents to the classroom, and providing them with the right materials will empower them to explore these strengths. This project will not only enhance their artistic skills and literacy but also foster a sense of community as they collaborate, learn from one another, and celebrate their achievements.

Thank you for considering our request. Your support will have a meaningful impact on our students’ educational experiences.

Mrs. Velazquez Vineland K-8 Center Grades 3-5

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Miami, FL View local requests 50 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
X-ACTO 18" Guillotine Trimmer, Maple/Black (26358) • Quill.com $115.62 1 $115.62
JAM Paper 8.5" x 11" Translucent Clear Vellum Paper, 17 lbs., 70 Brightness, 100 Sheets/Pack (1379) • Quill.com $31.44 1 $31.44
Exact Vellum Bristol 67 lb. Cardstock Paper, 8.5" x 11", White, 250 Sheets/Ream (80211) • Quill.com $14.42 2 $28.84

Materials cost

$175.90

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$208.54

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$36.80

Total project goal

$245.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $245.34

1 Donor

-$245.34

Donations toward project cost

-$208.54

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.80

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 $0.00

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