"I currently teach Elementary Art at three Title One schools. My art budget has been cut in half and without the assistance of caring donors my students will not have the opportunity to create masks. The students I teach are not expose to the arts and haven't had the experience of seeing masks in a p...
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"I currently teach Elementary Art at three Title One schools. My art budget has been cut in half and without the assistance of caring donors my students will not have the opportunity to create masks. The students I teach are not expose to the arts and haven't had the experience of seeing masks in a play or art museum. I would love the opportunity to create masks with my students to enrich their cultural and artistic creativity. The State of North Carolina has recently had to cut funding due to lack of funds. The art program budget was cut in half again this year and it's impossible with the budget to afford to provide the student's with art projects that enrich their cultural, historic, and higher level thinking skills. My students favorite project is mask making. They have been asking me for two years to create Mardi-Gras masks. I don't want my students to miss out on opportunities because we can't afford the supplies. My last hope for my students is to ask for donations and hope that they will make our Madri-Gras Mask dream come true. The history of mask-wearing during public festivals dates back to the 15 century in Venice. Mardi-Gras celebrates the tradition of the masquerade with decorative and extravagant costumes. This project will teach the students about the history of masks, Mardi-Gras, and the art techniques used to create a mask. These masks will be displayed in the hall, the Board Office, Hospital and sent to various art shows. The students will be able to take their mask home to display or wear. Your help will make a huge difference in the lives of my students. My students don't have a lot of money but they are great kids who will use you donation to create an awesome mask. I will be glad to send you pictures to hang in your place of business. My students and I would be so grateful and excited if you supported our project. Thanks for your consideration.
My students need 150 plastic masks, 2 acrylic glazes, 30 plastic squeeze bottles, 3 sets of liquid watercolor and 2 gallons of gesso.
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Mrs. C. sent this note after the project was fully funded:
Dec 8, 2009
Dear Michael, Katie, Cindy, amy, Lisa, Sara, Wendy, Alicia, Victoria, Laura, M. Giant and M. Edium, Amie and Larissa,
I can't express my joy, excitement, and thanks for your donations to my Mardi Gras mask project. It's so wonderful to have so many people who support the Arts and who are willing to assist in the creation of a really cool art project. Due to budget cuts, the students would have missed the opportunity to explore and create the Mardi Gras masks.
The art supplies you provided will enable the students to learn about the history of Mardi Gras and to create their very own Mardi Gras mask. We will display the projects in the school, local hospital, board office, and the district-wide art show.
I hope you will be excited when you have a chance to see the finished pieces and remember that you had an important part in the education and artistic creativity of my students.
With gratitude,
Mrs. C.
Photos coming soon!
Region:
North Carolina
Where is the classroom located? 
Submitted:
Jul 21, 2009
| Expires:
Dec 27, 2009
Additional Details
Level:
Grades 3-5
Teacher's funded projects:
2
Thank-you punctuality:
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Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Jeanette A. (volunteer)
on Jul 24, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested supplies and posted this project.
Ryan G. (associate)
on Jul 25, 2009
"Former New Orleanian who can't sit by when I could be helping to spread Mardi Gras cheer! "
"Dear Laura,
I wanted to say a special Thank You for your donation to our Mardi Gras Mask project. Most of my students have never had the opportunity to vist New Orleans or to see a Mardi Gras Mask. Thanks to your donation we are closer to our goal of spreading some Mardi Gras cheer.
Thanks again,
Mrs. C."
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Oct 3, 2009
"Laissez les bon temps rouler!"
"Dear Amie,
I wanted to say a special Thank You for your donation to our Mardi Gras Mask project. My students love making masks and would love the opportunity to create a Mardi Gras mask. Thanks to your donation we are closer to our goal of spreading some Mardi Gras cheer. Thanks again,
Mrs. C"
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Oct 27, 2009
"I donated because I love Mardi Gras! masks are super fun (I have 3 from NOLA) and I hope the kids have a fantastic time making their own :)"
"I support the arts in every way I can! "
"We donated because M. Edium (age 5) wants everyone to have fun in school. Go Tomato Nation, and thanks HP for the matching funds."
M. Giant and M. Edium
from Minneapolis, MN
gave
in support of Bet Red: Tomato Nation Contest '09
on Nov 26, 2009
"Dear Wendy,
Thank you for your donation to our Mardi Gras masks. The kids will love creating their own mask and your donation helps us get closer to reaching our goal. Thanks again, Mrs. C"
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Nov 28, 2009
"Dear Sara,
Thank you for your donation and for supporting the arts. My students will love creating their very own mask. Please check out the pictures when we finish the project.
Thanks again,
Mrs. C"
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Nov 28, 2009
"Dear M. Giant and M. Edium,
Thanks so much for your donation. My students will have lots of fun creating these masks. Please check out the pictures when we finish. Thanks again, Mrs. C"
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Nov 28, 2009
"I donated because I want to support kids in North Carolina. Thanks HP for the giving card! And hey there M.Edium - I know I'm in good company if you support this project too!"
"Dear Lisa,
Thanks for supporting my North Carolina students. They will be so excited to hear that you supported this project. Your gift brings us closer to our goal and I can't thank you enough for your wonderful donation. Thanks again,
Mrs. C"
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Nov 30, 2009
"I donated because I want to support kids in North Carolina."
"Dear Larissa,
Thanks for your support and donation to my students in North Carolina. My students are so amazed by the support and all the donations we have received. Thanks for supporting our project and for helping us be creative.
Thanks again,
Mrs. C"
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Dec 1, 2009
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Visual Arts education."
"Dear Michael,
Thanks for your support and donation to inspire Visual Arts in our school. Your donation helps my students create wonderful masks and learn about the history of mask making.
Thanks again,
Mrs. C"
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Dec 2, 2009
"I supported because kids need access to supplies that support their creativity. Thanks to HP for the donation match!"
"Dear Victoria,
Thanks for the support and donation to help us buy the supplies we need to create our masks. My students and I can't thank you enough for your support.
Thanks again,
Mrs. C"
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Dec 2, 2009
"What a wonderful project! Best of luck!"
"Dear Katie,
Thanks you for your support and donation to our Mardi-Gras Masks. I am really excited to do this project with my students. Your donation has helped my dream come closer to reality.
Thanks again,
Mrs. C"
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Dec 5, 2009
"For the "Tomato Nation" blog challenge."
"Aloha Cindy,
Thanks for your support and donation. I can't believe all the wonderful support for my project. The project is so close to being funded. Thanks again,
Mrs. C"
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Dec 6, 2009
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Visual Arts education."
"Dear Alicia,
Thanks for supporting the Visual Arts. My students are going to love making masks. Please ckeck out the pictures when they are posted. Your support means the world to my students.
Thanks again,
Mrs. C"
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Dec 8, 2009
"I donated because art was always my favorite subject. "
Project fully funded!
Happy news
on Dec 8, 2009
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Dec 8, 2009
"Dear Amy,
I just wanted to say a great big "Thank You" for your donation. I can't believe my project was fully funded! My students will be so excited and thrilled!
Thanks again,
Mrs. C"
The teacher Mrs. C.
on Dec 8, 2009
Purchased the supplies for Mrs. C.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.
Jenni D. (staff member)
on Jan 4, 2010
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