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Ms. Briscoe from Los Angeles, CA is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Art at Our Fingertips

My students need easy to access art supplies by using 8 craft trays, no spill cups, a paint cup carrier, and 6 classroom carry-alls. As kindergarten kids become more independent, they need an easy to access and organize art center to create "masterpieces."

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My Students

Many of you may remember your kindergarten days when you came home with paint, crayon or some evidence of creativity on your clothes. Kindergarten has become a much more academic environment with rigorous curriculum and little time for creating and expressing through art.

I teach in an inner city school with a diverse student population.

My kindergarten students range from students with little opportunities and access to materials to students who have had many opportunities to create and learn. Our school strives to provide opportunities for all of our students so that all may have a rich background as they move through elementary to middle school. With more budget cuts each year, there is less money for anything other than the core curriculum. The few students in my class who have been fortunate to have many experiences and access to many materials, have a stronger vocabulary and make real-world connections more quickly and frequently. I would like to provide similar opportunities to all of my students. So, please help me provide art materials to these eager, creative, energetic, and determined 5 and 6 year-olds.

My Project

I would like to provide space in my classroom for developing artistic expression. I have an easel and access to paper and paint, so all I need are the jars to hold the paint (with lids to help with preservation and tidiness). With these materials, I could provide an independent art center that my students could help manage. I'm also asking for crayon/supply caddies so that each student can have access to the crayons/supplies they need at each table. Not only are the caddies easily accessible, but easy to manage. This is important for teaching organization and independency.

Our rigorous curriculum prevents us from spending time for whole group art lessons.

I usually try to combine art with math or reading when I can. With these materials, I could start mini art lessons then let the students create and express themselves independently, while I work intensively in language arts and math with small groups of students. Students will have more opportunities to create, as well as opportunities to share their ideas and improve in oral language.

Ms. Briscoe Dr Theodore Alexander Science Center Grades PreK-2

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At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than three‑quarters 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

24 students impacted 10donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
BX532 - Easy-Clean Craft Trays - Set of 4 • Lakeshore Learning $14.95 2 $29.90
LA416 - Classroom Carry-All • Lakeshore Learning $19.95 6 $119.70
CG286 - No-Spill Paint Cups & Brushes - 6 Color Set • Lakeshore Learning $12.95 1 $12.95
LC1340X - Nylon Bristles - 10-Color Set • Lakeshore Learning $7.95 1 $7.95
LA822 - Paint Cup Carrier • Lakeshore Learning $12.95 1 $12.95
LA820X - Lakeshore No-Spill Paint Cups - 10-Color Set • Lakeshore Learning $9.95 1 $9.95

Materials cost

$193.40

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $17.70

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.90

Fulfillment labor & materials

$35.00

Total project cost

$249.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$43.94

Total project goal

$292.94

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $292.94

5 Donors

-$121.47

Donations toward project cost

-$103.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.22

Matching donations from our partners

-$171.47

Match offers toward project cost

-$145.75

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.72

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