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Ms. Gionti from New York, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bringing Calm and Creativity to the Classroom

Help me give my students art supplies such as paint, masks, glue sticks, and cardstock to create a calming classroom environment through Art.

  • $313 goal

This project expired on May 28, 2025.

This project expired on May 28, 2025.

My Project

Imagine walking into a classroom where students feel safe, engaged, and inspired. A space where creativity flows freely, stress melts away, and learning thrives. I strive to create this kind of calming environment for my students every day.

Art has the power to soothe, focus, and uplift young minds.

Supplies like tempera paint sticks, watercolors, colored pencils, and markers aren’t just materials but tools for emotional expression, self-regulation, and joy. Paint allows students to experiment with color, blending, and movement while easing anxiety. The act of painting can be meditative, helping students reset and refocus. Creating paper designs will also give students a sense of ownership and self-expression.

When students have access to these materials, they gain more than just artistic skills. They learn resilience, problem-solving, and emotional regulation.

Ms. Gionti High School of Economics & Finance Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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New York, NY View local requests

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

160 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Faber-Castell Black Edition Colored Pencils - Assorted Colors, Set of 50 • Blick Art Materials $23.25 2 $46.50
Hamilco 8x8 White Scrapbook Cardstock Paper 80lb Cover Card Stock 100 Pack (Bright) • Amazon Business $16.99 2 $33.98
Faber-Castell Black Edition Colored Pencils - Assorted Colors, Set of 24 • Blick Art Materials $10.85 3 $32.55
Upgraded 48 Colors Washable Watercolor Paint Set with 3 Brushes and Palette, Non-toxic Paints Sets for Kids, Adults, Beginners Artists, Make Your Painting Talk… • Amazon Business $6.39 5 $31.95
Faber-Castell Black Edition Colored Pencils - Neon and Pastel Colors, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $5.56 4 $22.24
Kwik Stix Tempera Paint - Jewel Colors, Set of 10 • Blick Art Materials $10.70 2 $21.40
Shuttle Art Tempera Paint Sticks, 20 Pastel Colors, Solid Tempera Paint for Kids, Super Quick Drying, Works Great on Paper Wood Glass Ceramic Canvas • Amazon Business $17.98 1 $17.98
Ooly Chroma Blends Pearlescent Watercolor Set, 12 Colors, Watercolor Pack for Creative Kids and Adults, Vibrant Colors in a Portable Case, Art Supplies for Ages 6 and Up, Brush Included • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Ooly, Chroma Blends Neon Watercolor Paint Set, Watercolor Pack for Creative Kids and Adults, Bright Neon Colors in a Portable Case, Art Supplies for Ages 6 and Up, Brush Included • Amazon Business $12.75 1 $12.75

Materials cost

$232.30

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$265.78

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$46.90

Total project goal

$312.68

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