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Ms. Frydlewicz from Louisville, KY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Salon Entrepreneurship

Help me give my students Creative Crowns: African American Hairstyles & Beauty Entrepreneurship

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  • $439 goal

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My Project

A middle school lesson plan that integrates African-American hairstyles, entrepreneurship, and creativity using the materials I am asking Donors Choose to help supply.

Lesson Plan: “Creative Crowns: African-American Hairstyles & Beauty Entrepreneurship.” This lesson will inspire creativity, celebrate culture, and introduce students to entrepreneurship in a meaningful way.

Discussion Questions:

• Why are hairstyles important in African-American culture?

• What are some traditional and modern African-American hairstyles?

• What does it mean to be an entrepreneur?

Mini-Lesson:

• Show images or short video clips highlighting African-American hairstyles (e.g., braids, locs, twists, afros).

• Discuss the role of Black-owned beauty salons in the community.

• Explain entrepreneurship basics: branding, products, and customer service.

2. Hands-On Activity: “Salon Design & Hairstyling” (40 minutes)

Step 1: Create a Hair Model (20 min)

• Give each student a piece of cardboard as their “client’s head.”

• Use black yarn to represent hair, attaching it to the cardboard.

• Add pony beads to create braids, twists, or other styles.

Step 2: Salon Entrepreneurship (20 min)

• Each student or group designs their own African-American beauty salon.

• Name the salon and write it in bold letters with Sharpies.

• Decide what services they offer (braids, locs, wigs, hair products, etc.).

• Write a short pitch: Why should people come to their salon?

3. Presentation & Reflection (15–20 minutes)

• Students present their salon ideas and hair creations.

• Classmates provide positive feedback.

• Reflection questions:

• What did you learn about African-American hairstyles and culture?

• What challenges do beauty entrepreneurs face?

• How does creativity help in business?

Extensions:

• Invite a local Black business owner or hairstylist to speak.

• Research and create a business budget for a salon.

• Design logos and marketing materials.

Ms. Frydlewicz Westport Middle School Grades 6-8

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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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Louisville, KY View local requests

More than 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

75 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
50-Pack Large Corrugated Cardboard Sheets for Mailers, 11x14 Flat Packaging Inserts Pads, Shipping, Packing, Mailing, Dividers, Crafts, DIY Art Projects Supplies (2mm Thick) • Amazon Business $28.20 3 $84.60
ZLemma Cardboard Construction Tool Kit 163 Pieces-Educational Toys for at-Home Play + Classroom Learning | Reusable Cardboard Tools for Kids • Amazon Business $15.86 3 $47.58
Sharpie Fine Point Permanent Markers - Black, Pkg of 36 • Blick Art Materials $42.71 1 $42.71
Crayola© Model Magic© Modeling Compound Classpack© - Primary Colors • Nasco $38.92 1 $38.92
Red Heart Super Saver 1000gm Black Yarn - 1 Pack of 35.2oz/998g - 100% Acrylic - #4 Worsted (Medium) - 1860 Yards for Knitting, Crocheting, Crafts & Amigurumi • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Westcott Titanium Bonded 8" Titanium Multi-Purpose/Heavy Duty Scissor, Pointed Tip, Gray/Yellow, 3/Pack (17532) • Quill.com $11.83 2 $23.66
COSIMIXO 6-Pack Rainbow Colored Duct Tape 15 Yards x 2 Inch Heavy Duty, No Residue, Tear by Hand & Waterproof,Great for Packaging, Arts & Crafts, Color-Coding, and DIY Projects • Amazon Business $16.85 1 $16.85
Essentials by Leisure Arts Pony Beads - Neon, Opaque, 6mm x 9mm, Package of 750 • Blick Art Materials $4.66 3 $13.98
10 Pack Plastic Art Trays,8 Colors Activity Trays Sensory Tray,Sand Tray Serving Trays,Art Trays for Kids,Crafts Organizer,DIY Projects,Painting,Beads,Home,School • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$308.28

Vendor shipping charges

 $29.90

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$372.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$65.79

Total project goal

$438.59

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $438.59

2 Donors

-$438.59

Donations toward project cost

-$372.80

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.79

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