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Mrs. Cooper from Rochester, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Stitching Together Success: A Quilting Project for ASD Students

Help me give my students sewing machines and quilting supplies to support a quilting project to provide them skill-building and therapeutic benefits through hands-on learning.

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My Project

I hope this letter finds you well. My name is Becky Stratton-Cooper, and I am a teacher at WMHS, where I have the privilege of working with a wonderful group of students, some with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I am writing to you to seek support for an exciting and enriching quilting project that I believe will greatly benefit my students’ educational and personal growth.

Project Goals and Educational Impact

Our quilting project is designed to provide students with a hands-on, creative learning experience that will foster not only artistic skills, but also critical life skills. The specific items we are requesting—fabric, quilting needles, thread, cutting mats, and sewing machines—are crucial for facilitating this project. These tools will enable our students to engage in a tactile activity that enhances their fine motor skills, encourages patience, and boosts their self-esteem through the process of creating something tangible and beautiful.

Goals for the Project

The goals for this project are multifaceted. First, we aim to improve our students' fine motor coordination through the precise work required in quilting. Second, the project will help develop social skills and cooperation as students work together on quilt designs and share responsibilities. Lastly, we want to provide an inclusive environment that nurtures creativity and self-expression, empowering each student to contribute uniquely to our quilting project.

What Makes Our Students Special

The students in my class are extraordinary individuals who bring diverse perspectives and unique talents to our school community. They are characterized by their incredible focus, attention to detail, and genuine enthusiasm for learning. Despite the challenges they face, these students demonstrate remarkable resilience and creativity. They thrive in environments that respect their individual needs and encourage exploration. This quilting project is designed to be such an environment—one where they can shine.

Mrs. Cooper Joseph C. Wilson Magnet High School Commencement Academy Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

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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Rochester, 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

32 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Brother Sewing and Quilting Machine, XR3774, 37 Built-in Stitches, Wide Table, 8 Included Sewing Feet • Amazon Business $159.99 2 $319.98
ilauke 50Pcs Bobbins Sewing Thread Kit, 400 Yards per Polyester Thread Spools, Prewound Bobbin with Case for Brother Singer Janome Machine, 25 Colors • Amazon Business $17.97 4 $71.88
Special SG Glory Fleece Throw Blankets Bulk Fleece Blankets Solid Wholesale Lightweight Warm Soft for Pet Bed Sofa Couch Office Wedding Gifts Travel Seasons (Black, Pack of 6-50x60 Inches) • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Quilting Fabric Misscrafts 7pcs 50 x 50cm Cotton Fabric DIY Making Supplies Craft Patchwork Fabric Bundle Fat Quarter Pre-Cut Quilt Squares for DIY Sewing Scrapbooking (Red) • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Quilting Fabric Misscrafts 7pcs 50 x 50cm Cotton Fabric DIY Making Supplies Craft Patchwork Fabric Bundle Fat Quarter Pre-Cut Quilt Squares for DIY Sewing Scrapbooking (Black) • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Precut Fabric Squares Misscrafts 200 PCS 4 x 4 inches Cotton Fabric Bundle Quilting Charm Pack for Quilting Sewing Craft Patchwork • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
144 Pieces Prewound Bobbins Sewing Thread Bobbins Compatible with Brother/Babylock/Janome/Elna/Singer Embroidery Machine, Size A (24 Colors) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
100PCS Sewing Machine Needles, Universal Sewing Machine Needle for Singer, Brother, Janome, Varmax, Needles for Sewing Machine with Sizes HAX1 65/9, 75/11, 90/14, 100/16, 110/18 • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$509.78

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$547.43

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$96.61

Total project goal

$644.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $644.04

2 Donors

-$550.43

Donations toward project cost

-$547.43

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$93.61

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