Help me give my students paint and painting materials to express themselves and create art while learning.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Kim's classroom raised $217
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
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 Students
Our school is located in Los Angeles, California just a couple miles away from USC. (Go Trojans!) We are Title I school. Our students receive free meals. Almost all of our students are minority students and English Learners.
We are a Transitional Kindergarten, Kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade classroom (yes, you read right.
I'm responsible for teaching 4 different grade levels.. in one classroom!) My students are on the Autism Spectrum. Autism Spectrum Disorder is a developmental disorder that affects learning, communication, and behavior. Students with autism also face challenges with social skills. Some students have very limited language and may exhibit challenging behaviors. This is all apparent in our classroom.
My goal is to give these students the hands-on, real-world, and enriching learning experiences, both academic and nonacademic, that they need and deserve in order to succeed in and outside of the classroom. I strongly believe in building independence at an early age.
Our students come from different backgrounds, cultures, and have different likes/dislikes and needs, but in our room, we are all learners. Each day opens us to new experiences and adventures. Our days together are never the same. Their learning differences and remarkable characteristic traits are
My Project
There were multiple times during the school year that I found a cute and creative art project for my students but I couldn't fully execute it because I didn't have paint. The thought of 4 to 8 year olds painting would make some run for the door but I welcome it!
With your donation to purchase Crayola washable paint and painting materials such as aprons, paint palettes, and paint pads, my students would have the opportunity to express themselves in an alternative way.
A majority of my students are developing their fine motor skills, pre- writing skills such as scribbling and meticulously tracing lines, and letter and number formation. Having the students paint instead of using a traditional writing utensil would make the experience of writing way more fun. Research states that when learning is fun, students are engaged; when students are engaged, more in-depth learning occurs. Stated in a fancier science-er way, "Classroom experiences that are free of intimidation may help information pass through the amygdala's affective filter. In addition, when classroom activities are
pleasurable, the brain releases dopamine, a neurotransmitter that stimulates the memory centers and promotes the release of acetylcholinem, which increases focused attention."
I would love for my students to be able to paint at school. I know that it would promote enriching learning experiences.
Nearly all 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
Crayola Washable Paint, 16 Oz Plastic Squeeze Bottles, 1 Each of 12 Assorted Colors
• Amazon Business
$44.20
1
$44.20
Washable Dot Markers, Magicfly 12 Colors Bingo Daubers with Free Dot Coloring Book for Kids, Non-Toxic Water-Based Dab Marker for Toddlers, Dauber Marker & Preschool
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
U.S. Art Supply 10 Piece Children's No Spill Paint Cups with Colored Lids and 10 Piece Large Round Brush Set with Plastic Handles
• Amazon Business
$16.96
1
$16.96
Crayola 3ct 8oz Tempera Mixing Medium Assortment
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
Strathmore 27-209 100 Series Youth Paint Pad, 9"x12" Tape Bound, 20 Sheets
• Amazon Business
$4.97
3
$14.91
Caydo 24 Pieces 12 Colors Children's Artists Fabric Aprons for Kitchen, Classroom, Community Event, Crafts and Art Painting Activity
• Amazon Business
$13.99
1
$13.99
CENTSTAR 15 Pcs Round Paint Tray Palettes Plastic for Acrylic Oil Watercolor Craft DIY Art Painting Palettes, White (15 PCS)
• Amazon Business
$6.99
1
$6.99
Scotch Painter's Tape 2090-48E 07230001245 ScotchBlue Painter's Tape, Multi-Use, 1.88-Inch by 60-Yard, 1 Roll, 1.88 inch x 60 yards, Blue
• Amazon Business
$6.29
1
$6.29
Materials cost
$139.32
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$12.75
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.09
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$184.16
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$32.50
Total project goal
$216.66
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$216.66
5 Donors
-$107.08
Donations toward project cost
-$92.83
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$14.25
match offer
-$107.45
Match offer toward project cost
-$91.33
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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