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Ms. Casey from Springfield, MA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Supporting Student Well-Being Through Art and Hands-On Activities

Help me give my students engaging art projects and hands-on activities that foster emotional expression, creativity, and positive peer interactions.

  • 2 donors
  • $429 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate 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 Project

I am a middle school counselor at an inner-city alternative school. All of our students receive special education and are on Individual Education Plans, our students' primary disabilities are Social-Emotional and/or Autism. In spite of their circumstances, they attend school daily and are ready to learn.

Our school is one of the most impoverished schools in Massachusetts, according to the Department of Education, 90% of our students live in poverty.

Many students face stress, anxiety, and difficulties in self-regulation, making creative outlets essential for their well-being. Art and interactive projects allow students to express their emotions in a safe and constructive manner, build problem-solving skills, and develop self-awareness and empathy. All of these activities will provide them with something tangible to take home. By incorporating these activities into our counseling program, we can create a supportive environment that enhances students’ mental health and social skills.

Ms. Casey Springfield Public Day Middle School Grades 6-8

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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Springfield, MA View local requests

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

88 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
AOSGEDY 4 Pack Paint by Numbers for Adults and Kids Beginner，Landscape-Beach DIY Acrylic Painting Paint by Numbers Kits on Canvas for Kids Ages 4-8-12 Perfect for Home Wall Decor(8x8in) • Amazon Business $15.99 4 $63.96
Felt Succulents Craft Kit. Make 6 Potted Colorful Plushies & A Display Rack. Mini Garden DIY Sewing Project, Activity Set, Arts & Crafts Supplies - Great Gift for Teens and Adults • Amazon Business $18.95 3 $56.85
LWZAYS Paint by Number for Adults,Landscape Lake Mountain Paint by Numbers,without Frame DIY Oil Painting Acrylic Paints for Wall Art（6 Pack 8X12 Inch • Amazon Business $17.99 3 $53.97
LWZAYS 6 Pieces Diamond Painting Kits for Kids Diamond Art Gem by Number Kits Arts and Crafts for Kids Ages 8-12 Kids' Mosaic Kits DIY Full Drill Painting Kits for Home Wall Decor 6" X 6" • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
Hula Home Stained Glass Mandala Art Kit - DIY Window Clings with Markers, 10 Suncatchers - Perfect Hobby for Adults, Kids, Teens & Seniors - Ideal Gift for Beginners, Women & Elderly • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
Zhanmai 48 Pcs Fuzzy Velvet Coloring Posters Artistic Edition Animal Fuzzy Coloring Posters Fuzzy Coloring Sheets for Adults Teenagers DIY Coloring Poster for Family Craft Project to Color and Share • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Poraxy 6 Set STEM Kits, Science Kits for Kids Age 5-7 8-12, DIY DC Motor Electric Robotic Experiments Circuit Building Projects, Toys for Ages 8-13, Gifts for 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Year Old Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Labeol Diamond Art Kits for Kids Crafts for Girls Ages 6-8-10-12 Easy to DIY Creative Diamond Art Sticker Craft by Numbers Kits for Kids and Adult Beginners (4 Pack Chic) • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
8 Pcs Butterfly Diamonds Paintings Suncatcher, Double Sided 3D Diamonds Paintings Wind Chime Paint by Number, Diamonds Paintings Window Hanging Ornaments for Adults Home Garden • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
120 Pieces Inspirational Bookmarks for Students, DIY Coloring Bookmarks Double-Sided Motivational Page Clip Personalized Inspirational Book Marker for Kids Adults, School Stationary Party Gift • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49

Materials cost

$329.18

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.94

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$364.12

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$64.26

Total project goal

$428.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $428.38

1 Donor

-$214.19

Donations toward project cost

-$182.06

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.13

match offer

-$214.19

Match offer toward project cost

-$182.06

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.13

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 $0.00

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