Help me give my students art supplies to unleash creativity, lower stress levels, and promote calmness in the classroom.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. D's classroom raised $693
This project is fully funded
My Project
I am deeply moved by the resilience and individuality of my special education students. Each day, I witness their unique expressions and emotions unfold through the powerful medium of art. Many of my students find solace in drawing, using it as a tool to lower stress levels and maintain a sense of calm amidst the challenges they face. It's through their art that I often gain insights into their thoughts and feelings, fostering a profound connection that goes beyond traditional forms of communication.
The resources I seek – paint, canvas boards, sketch pads, sketch pencils, and jumbo mandala coloring posters – are carefully chosen to serve as therapeutic outlets for my middle school students.
Paint allows them to translate complex emotions into vibrant visual narratives, while canvas boards offer a dedicated space for personal expression. Sketch pads and pencils provide a portable means for them to navigate challenging emotions throughout the day. The jumbo mandala coloring posters with their intricate patterns offer a meditative and calming activity.
By integrating these resources into our learning environment, I aim to create a safe haven where students can harness the healing power of art. Art becomes not only a form of communication but also a coping mechanism, empowering them to navigate stress and challenging emotions with resilience and creativity. Through these tools, I hope to instill a sense of agency and self-discovery, allowing each student to find their unique path to calmness and emotional well-being.
More than half 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
Simetufy Canvas Boards for Painting 52 Pack 8 x 10 Inch Blank Canvas Panels 100% Cotton Canvases Pre-Primed for Acrylic & Oil Paint
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$35.99
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$71.98
Resurhang 24 Pcs Sketch Book 8.5 x 11 Inch 120g Side Spiral Bound Sketchbook 720 Sheets Total Drawing Pad Thick Paper Drawing Notebook for Adults Teens Kids Beginners Artists Drawing Painting
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$56.79
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$56.79
Nicpro 14 Colors Large Bulk Acrylic Paint Set (16.9 oz,500 ml) Rich Art Painting Supplies, Non Toxic for Multi Surface Canvas Wood Leather Fabric Stone Craft, for Kid & Adult with Color Wheel
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$49.99
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$49.99
26 Pack 9 Inch Wood Easels, Easel Stand for Painting Canvases, Art, and Crafts, Tripod, Painting Party Easel, Kids Student Tabletop Easels for Painting, Portable Canvas Photo Picture Sign Holder
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$38.99
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$38.99
AROIC Acrylic Paint Brush Set, 240 pcs/ 16 PackNylon Hair Paint Brushes for All Purpose Oil Watercolor Face Body Rock Painting Artist, Small Paint Brush Kits for Kids Adult Drawing
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$35.99
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$35.99
Shuttle Art 124 PCS Drawing Kit, Professional Drawing Supplies with Sketch, Charcoal, Colored, Graphite, Pastel Pencils & Sticks, Complete Drawing Tools and Paper Pads in Zipper Case for Artists&Kids
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$31.49
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$31.49
KEFF Canvas Boards for Painting - 32 Pack - Art Supplies Paint Canvas 5x7, 8x10, 9x12, 11x14 Canvas Panels, 100% Cotton Pre-Primed Large Canvas for Painting Supplies, Acrylic, Oil, Watercolor, Tempera
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$29.49
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$29.49
YunQiDeer Drawing Pencils, Art Supplies Sketch Pencils Kit for Kids Adults, Professional Charcoal Sketching Graphite Art Pencils Set
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$13.95
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$27.90
Sunnyglade 145 Piece Deluxe Art Set, Wooden Box & Drawing Kit with Crayons, Oil Pastels, Colored Pencils, Watercolor Cakes, Sketch Pencils, Paint Brush, Sharpener, Eraser, Color Chart (Cherry)
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$26.98
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$26.98
Caliart Acrylic Paint Set With 12 Brushes, 24 Colors (59ml, 2oz) Art Craft Paints Gifts for Artists Kids Beginners & Painters, Halloween Pumpkin Canvas Ceramic Rock Painting Kit Art Supplies
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$25.99
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$25.99
Dinifee 6 Pack Canvas Painting Kit Pre Drawn Canvas Afro Queen Cotton Canvas 8 x 10 Inch Stretched Canvas Paint and Sip Set for Adults Party Night (Flower Lady)
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$20.79
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$20.79
Dinifee 6 Pack Canvas Painting Kit Pre Drawn Canvas Afro Queen Cotton Canvas 8 x 10 Inch Stretched Canvas Paint and Sip Set for Adults Party Night (Couple Style)
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$19.79
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$19.79
Dinifee 6 Pack Canvas Painting Kit Pre Drawn Canvas Afro Queen Cotton Canvas 8 x 10 Inch Stretched Canvas Paint and Sip Set for Adults Party Night (Scenery)
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$19.79
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$19.79
Hulameda Update 30pcs Paint Tray Palettes,Plastic Paint Tray Palette,Paint Palettes,Paint Pallets with 9 Wells for Adults & Kids, or Painting or DIY Craft Class,White
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$16.99
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$16.99
Geyoga 48 Pcs Mandala Coloring Poster for Adult Bulk Mandala Patterns Coloring Posters 11 x 8.26'' Inspirational Positive Posters Stress Relieving for Kids Classroom Art Craft Party Supplies
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$15.99
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$15.99
Soucolor Art Brush Markers Pens for Adult Coloring Books, 34 Colors Numbered Dual Tip (Brush and Fine Point) Marker Pen for Kids Note taking Planner Lettering Calligraphy Drawing Preppy School Stuff
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$7.99
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$15.98
Paint Brushes Set of 24 Pieces Wooden Handles Brushes with Canvas Brush Case, Professional for Oil, Acrylic and Watercolor Painting
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$11.99
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$11.99
VIKAVAS Sketch Pencil Set - 14 Pack, Graphite Pencils Drawing, Shading and Sketching Supplies for Pro Artists
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$5.99
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$11.98
2 Pack Giant Mandala Coloring Posters 39" x 26" Jumbo Mandala Coloring Posters for Kids Teens Adults Large Mandala Coloring Tablecloth Huge Art Craft Activity for Home Classroom Party Supplies Favor
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$10.99
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$10.99
UniPleased Disposable Aprons (50 Count), Plastic apron for Painting Party, Cooking, Housework, Picnic etc.
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$5.39
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$10.78
Materials cost
$550.66
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$8.26
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$588.92
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$103.93
Total project goal
$692.85
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$692.85
9 Donors
-$682.28
Donations toward project cost
-$584.24
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$98.04
match offer
-$5.50
Match offer toward project cost
-$4.68
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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