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Mr. D. from Southampton, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Crafting Creativity: Empowering Students using Cricut Machine for Hands-On Learning

Help me give my students a Cricut machine that will allow students to bring their ideas to life through cutting, drawing, and scoring materials.

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I am excited to introduce this project, "Crafting Creativity: Empowering Students with a Cricut Machine for Hands-On Learning," which aims to bring a Cricut machine into our classroom. This machine will unlock a world of creativity, providing students with the tools they need to express themselves in innovative ways. With the Cricut, students will be able to design and create custom projects, from posters to personalized crafts, combining technology and art in a way that encourages problem-solving and hands-on learning.

The Cricut machine will allow students to bring their ideas to life through cutting, drawing, and scoring materials.

This technology will transform our classroom into a dynamic space where students can enhance their skills in design, geometry, and critical thinking, all while learning how to use modern tools that have practical applications in various careers. Whether they are creating educational materials for other students, designing decorations for events, or working on personal art projects, the Cricut machine will offer limitless opportunities to foster their creativity.

My goal for this project is not just to provide students with an innovative tool, but to instill a sense of ownership over their learning. The Cricut will be used in class projects, as well as in student-driven initiatives, allowing each child to take pride in their work. It will also help build collaboration and teamwork as students work together to complete projects.

My students are unique in their eagerness to explore new ideas and push the boundaries of their imagination. Many of them come from underserved backgrounds, where access to resources like this is limited. With the Cricut machine, they will have the chance to develop skills that can inspire their future academic and career endeavors, giving them a platform to shine and explore their full potential.

Mr. D. Southampton Intermediate School Grades 6-8

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More than a third 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cricut Joy Xtra Machine with Smart Vinyl Rolls, Transfer Tape and Weeder Tool Beginner Bundle - Craft Machine Bundle with Materials to Start, DIY Crafts with this Beginner Friendly Cutting Machine Kit • Amazon Business $212.41 1 $212.41

Materials cost

$212.41

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.19

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$245.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$43.34

Total project goal

$288.94

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $288.94

1 Donor

-$288.94

Donations toward project cost

-$245.60

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$43.34

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 $0.00

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