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Ms. High from Nashville, TN is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Art Is Fun

Help me give my students new arts and crafts supplies and activities for the upcoming year.

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Art is an essential part of learning, creativity, and self-expression, especially in early education. However, without fresh and adequate supplies, students may feel limited in their ability to explore and develop their artistic skills. Here’s why updating our art supplies and crafts is necessary:

Encourages Creativity and Imagination – New materials inspire new ideas!

When students have access to a variety of supplies like fresh paint, colored pencils, and crafting materials, they can fully express themselves and develop critical thinking skills.

Supports Hands-On Learning – Many subjects, including science and history, can be reinforced through arts and crafts. Updated supplies allow for engaging projects that enhance learning beyond traditional methods.

Ensures Quality Work and Safety – Old, dried-out markers, broken crayons, and worn brushes can make it difficult for students to create their best work. Plus, outdated materials may pose safety risks, like dried glue that won’t hold projects together properly.

Promotes Inclusivity and Participation – When supplies are limited, not every student has an equal opportunity to participate. Restocking materials ensures that every child has what they need to take part in creative activities without feeling left out.

Boosts Student Engagement and Confidence – New supplies excite students and encourage them to take pride in their work. When they see their ideas come to life with quality materials, their confidence in their artistic abilities grows.

By investing in new art supplies, we are not just replacing old materials—we are fostering creativity, hands-on learning, and a more engaging classroom environment.

Ms. High East End Preparatory School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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Nashville, TN View local requests

Half 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

30 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
TBF Set of 25 (twenty five) Natural Cotton Canvas Tote Bags! Blank Art Craft Supply Book Print Bulk Lot Blank goods • Amazon Business $39.99 2 $79.98
Thenshop Stretched Canvas for Painting 10 oz Triple Primed 100% Cotton White Blank Canvas Bulk Art Canvases for Painting Acrylics Pouring Oil Paint Party Supplies(40 Pieces,8 x 10 Inch) • Amazon Business $57.99 1 $57.99
Hygloss 16" Colorful Blank Multicultural People Shapes - Set of 25 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $25.16 2 $50.32
Activa Oodles of Super Sponges - 60 Pieces • Kaplan Early Learning Company $44.96 1 $44.96
Sargent Art 16 Watercolor Paint Trays with Brush - Single • Kaplan Early Learning Company $3.56 2 $7.12
50 Pack Plastic Measuring Cups - 1oz Disposable Medicine Cups for Liquid Medication and Arts & Crafts • Amazon Business $5.49 1 $5.49

Materials cost

$245.86

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$279.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$49.33

Total project goal

$328.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

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 $328.88

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