Help me give my students clay! Adding a ceramic program to our already visual art program will diversify our visual arts curriculum, providing students with a unique opportunity to learn about and create ceramics! We need a kiln!
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Kent's classroom raised $3,100
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
Our students are not just learners; they are dreamers, creators, and explorers of worlds yet unseen. They come from diverse backgrounds, each with their own story to tell, their own dreams to chase. As their art teacher, it's my privilege to witness their unique spirit every day – a spirit that craves expression, connection, and discovery.
You see, our students are special.
They possess an energy and creativity that cannot be contained within the lines of a coloring book or the margins of a notebook. They yearn to break free from the confines of traditional art mediums, to explore the vast possibilities that lie beyond pencil and paper.
That's why ceramics belong in our school. Ceramics offer our students a canvas as boundless as their imagination, a medium that speaks to their innate desire to create, to mold, to shape the world around them. In the world of clay, our students find a sanctuary where mistakes are not failures but opportunities for growth, where the act of creation is as important as the final masterpiece.
But it's not just about the art; it's about the journey – a journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and community building. Our students thrive when given the opportunity to explore new horizons, to push beyond their comfort zones, to connect with their peers in meaningful ways.
In the ceramics classroom, our students learn more than just the techniques of molding and glazing; they learn discipline, perseverance, and problem-solving skills. They learn to embrace their mistakes, to see them not as setbacks but as stepping stones towards greatness. They learn to celebrate diversity, to appreciate the unique talents and perspectives of their peers. The kiln is the gateway of access to fire their creation and embrace their creative dreams!
More than three‑quarters 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
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