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Ms. S. from Chicago, IL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Affirming Myself Through Affirmations!

Help me give my students art supplies to write affirmations to help them make positive changes and create the reality they want in their lives.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. S.'s classroom raised $497

This project is fully funded

My Students

The students I serve are from the side of Chicago which is considered a poverty-stricken area. Students look for our school to provide resources for social-emotional learning and mental health to help them heal from the trauma, stress, anxiety, and the changes we are facing this school year.

My students are bursting to learn and they are willing to improve on their negative thinking and manage their emotions during this difficult time in our society.

In addition, they understand that words can be powerful and hurtful. However, on the other hand, affirmations can alter their thoughts, emotions, beliefs, and behavior as they repeat them daily to affirm their self-worth.

My Project

My students will benefit from these painting materials as they affirm and write their affirmations on their canvas to help them build positive thoughts, self-esteem, and mitigate the effects of stress. These materials will also be hung around the classroom to help my students change their negative thought patterns into positive ones.

In addition, they will be allowed to use the materials in person and at home to change their mindset if they are experiencing stress, trauma, or anxiety in order to cope with daily stressors and worriers.

In conclusion, it's always my goal to give my students the tools and strategies to cope and solve their problems.

Ms. S. Mann Elementary School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
72 PCS Professional Painting Set with Easels, 6 PCS Wood Easels,6 Packs of 60 Brushes with Nylon Brush Head and 6 pcs Palettes, Painting Supplies kit for Kids & Adults to Painting Party. • Amazon Business $32.99 4 $131.96
Acrylic Paint Set 24 Colors(2oz /60ml), Fantastory Craft Paint Kit with 3 Brushes, Art Supplies for Adults & Kids, Multi-Surface Paints on Canvas/Fabrics/Rock/Glass/Stone/Ceramic/Model/Wood Painting • Amazon Business $22.99 3 $68.97
Academy Art Supply 8 x 10 Inch Stretched Canvas Value Pack of 10 • Amazon Business $18.48 3 $55.44
Academy Art Supply 11 X 14 Inch Stretched Canvas Value Pack of 7 • Amazon Business $19.51 2 $39.02
Paint Pens for Rock Painting, Stone, Ceramic, Glass, Wood, Canvas. Set of 12 Acrylic Paint Markers Extra-fine Tip • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
Acrylic Paint Pens - 12 Acrylic Paint Markers Medium Tip (2mm) | Great for Rock Painting, Canvas, Glass, Porcelain, Fabric, Paper, Pottery and Plastic • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
ZEYAR Metallic Marker Pens, Permanent Markers, Waterproof. Great for Rock Painting, Black Paper, Gift Card, Scrapbook, Photo Album, Glass, Wood and more. Brush Tip, 12 Colors set (Brush Tip) • Amazon Business $9.59 2 $19.18
Disposable White Poly Aprons 1 Box (100 Count) • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98

Materials cost

$386.51

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$422.31

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.53

Total project goal

$496.84

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$496.84

3 Donors

-$417.28

Donations toward project cost

-$354.69

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$62.59

match offer

-$79.55

Match offer toward project cost

-$67.62

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.93

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$0.00

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