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Ms. Doktor from Staten Island, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Brighten Our Learning Space With Colorful Creativity!

Help me give my students a warm classroom, full of life, excitement and lots of color.

  • $384 goal

This project expired on September 6, 2025.

This project expired on September 6, 2025.

My Project

Our classroom is a hub of imagination, learning, and expression—but we need a little help to make it as vibrant as our students' ideas. With your support, we’re hoping to stock up on essential art and classroom supplies like bright bulletin board paper, construction paper, paint, and colored ink. These materials will allow us to transform our walls into interactive learning displays, fuel creativity through hands-on art projects, and print engaging resources in full color.

Color isn’t just decoration—it’s a catalyst for engagement, joy, and learning.

When students walk into a colorful, welcoming space, they feel energized and excited to learn. When they have access to rich materials, they’re more likely to take pride in their work, think creatively, and collaborate meaningfully. Whether we're creating seasonal displays, painting story-inspired scenes, or printing colorful learning games, every supply will directly support deeper learning and brighter smiles.

Thank you for helping us build a classroom that’s as bold and brilliant as the students inside it!

Ms. Doktor PS 6 Cpl Allan F Kivlehan School Grades PreK-2

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Staten Island, NY View local requests

More than a third 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

20 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Smart Ink Compatible Ink Cartridge Replacement for HP 902 XL 902XL (4 Combo Pack) to use with Officejet Pro 6978 6968 6974 6975 6960 Officejet 6951 6954 6956 6958 Printers • Amazon Business $31.99 2 $63.98
Teacher Created Resources Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll, Lime - 77371 • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Astrobrights Bright 65 lb. Cardstock Paper, 8.5" x 11", Assorted Colors, 250 Sheets/Pack (99904) • Quill.com $27.59 1 $27.59
Yellow Gold Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll • Amazon Business $22.59 1 $22.59
Teacher Created Resources Ultra Purple Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll (TCR77887) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Teacher Created Resources Pink and Orange Color Wash Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Teacher Created Resources Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll, Red - Lightweight - Durable • School Specialty $18.97 1 $18.97
Teacher Created Resources Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll, Teal - Elementary - Kids - Lightweight - Durable • School Specialty $18.97 1 $18.97
Neenah Exact Vellum Bristol 67 lb. Cardstock Paper, 8.5" x 11", White, 250 Sheets/Ream (80211) • Quill.com $16.18 1 $16.18
Apple Barrel, Vibrant Spectrum Collection Acrylic Craft Paint, PROMOABIII, 2 fl oz each, 16 assorted matte colors, 16 count • Amazon Business $15.97 1 $15.97
Dry Erase Dots Circles Colorful Circles Whiteboard Marker Removable Vinyl Dot Stickers for School Classroom Teachers Students Table & Desk, 10 Colors 11.02 Inches (20 Pack) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Crayola Giant Construction Paper - 12" x 18", 12 Assorted Colors, Pkg of 48 and Stencil • Blick Art Materials $4.38 3 $13.14

Materials cost

$278.35

Vendor shipping charges

$13.74

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$326.27

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$57.58

Total project goal

$383.85

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