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Completed: From the Printing Press

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"A newly established middle school needs printmaking supplies. I teach art to Pre-K through 8th grade. The 8th grade is the newest addition to our expanding school. With 8th grade being new, I want my students to experience art in a new way that prepares and encourages them for high school.

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"A newly established middle school needs printmaking supplies. I teach art to Pre-K through 8th grade. The 8th grade is the newest addition to our expanding school. With 8th grade being new, I want my students to experience art in a new way that prepares and encourages them for high school.

After showing my students my own personal linoleum plates from college, they all expressed an enthusiasm that I found hard to resist. They instantly became engaged and their curiosity was difficult to disguise.

My students and I need cutting tools and linoleum in order to complete the printmaking unit in a way that is tailored to their interests. I think that by providing them with an experience like cutting linoleum and then printing from their plates, they will have a new way of looking at art that will go well beyond drawing.

Your support will provide my 8th grade students with a new opportunity that could open new doors and a new understanding for the world of art.

My students need cutting tools and linoleum supplies for an upcoming printmaking unit.

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Mrs. T. sent this note after the project was fully funded:

Nov 6, 2009
Dear Sharon, James Wheeler, Sandra, Edd & Cindy, aunt phyllis, Sara, Anita, Virginia, Rhondalyn, HP and Anonymous Donor, 
I am extremely excited to have received the funding you provided for my project. I can't wait to inform my students of the upcoming assignments using the linoleum printmaking supplies. They will be thrilled!

These supplies will help my students experience art in a way they never have and may never again. They may even walk away from this project with a new appreciation and a new interest in art that will travel with them through life.

I know my excitement will be contagious. Thank you for your support of education and the arts.

With gratitude,
Mrs. T.

Photos coming soon!

Live Updates
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Holly A. (volunteer) on Sep 25, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested supplies and posted this project.
Scott C. (associate) on Sep 27, 2009
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Visual Arts education."
Sara from South Carolina gave on Oct 1, 2009
"I donated because I want to support kids in Washington D.C.."
James Wheeler from Virginia gave on Oct 1, 2009
"I gave to this project because I am supporting my granddaughter."
A donor gave on Oct 3, 2009
"I gave to this project because i love della thigpen "
aunt phyllis from South Carolina gave on Oct 5, 2009
"I gave to this project because I want my daughter's students to succeed."
Rhondalyn from North Carolina gave on Oct 5, 2009
"HP is pleased to contribute to the Social Media Challenge and support teachers and students."
HP from Palo Alto, CA gave in support of Jennifer Nafziger's Giving Page on Oct 8, 2009
"I gave to this project because I believe in Visual Arts education and because the teacher has proposed an excellent project."
Virginia from South Carolina gave on Oct 19, 2009
Edd & Cindy from South Carolina gave on Oct 24, 2009
"I gave to this project because I believe education is a first class ticket to freedom, culture and the world. Without knowledge of math, science, literature a person is held back. Ultimately, it is what you make with your education, but every child deserves a fair chance at seeing this big beautiful world for what it is, a wonderful place to explore, grow and love. Good luck guys!"
Sara from Astoria, NY gave on Oct 28, 2009
"I gave to this project because I remember making linoleum block prints when I was in school and would like current students to experience this type of art expression. :)"
Anita from California gave on Nov 3, 2009
"I gave to this project because I grew up in the Rio Grande Valley and am excited to see teachers who are challenging their students. "
Sandra from Washington, DC gave on Nov 4, 2009
"I gave to this project because... you're giving your students a unique opportunity to be creative and make something that will last through the years. Have Fun! "
Sharon from Germantown, MD gave on Nov 6, 2009
Project fully funded!
Happy news on Nov 6, 2009
The teacher Mrs. T. on Nov 6, 2009
"Dear Mrs. T, It's my pleasure to help with this project. I hope you post photos of their artwork when they complete their projects. It'll be fun seeing what they did! Take Care, Sharon"
Sharon from Germantown, MD on Nov 7, 2009
Purchased the supplies for Mrs. T.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.
Jenni D. (staff member) on Nov 9, 2009
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