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Ms. Maria Wise from Waianae, HI is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bringing Ancient Hawaiian Games to Life: A Cultural Arts Project

Help me give my students art supplies to recreate artifacts from the Hawaiian culture that represent Makahiki to build their understanding of art forms through a cultural lens.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Maria Wise's classroom raised $802

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Our 6th-grade class is embarking on an exciting journey to explore and celebrate Hawaiian culture through the lens of Makahiki, the ancient Hawaiian Olympics. We aim to create an immersive art project that will allow students to research, design, and create traditional Hawaiian game implements while learning about the cultural significance of these ancient sports. Through this project, students will develop their artistic skills and gain a deeper understanding of Hawaiian history, traditions, and the importance of physical activity in indigenous cultures.

This project will engage students in creating authentic Hawaiian game equipment such as 'ulu maika (bowling stones), pāhee (wooden javelins), and kōnane (strategy game boards) using various art mediums including clay, wood, and natural materials.

Students will learn traditional Hawaiian art techniques, study the historical significance of these games, and document their learning through digital photography and journaling. The finished pieces will be displayed in our school's cultural fair, where students will demonstrate the games and share their knowledge with the broader community.

The funds requested will help us purchase essential art supplies including air-dry clay, wet clay, a pottery wheel, seashells, shark teeth, twine, carving tools, natural feathers, wooden dowels, black and white glass stones, and paintbrushes. This project will impact 60 students directly and countless others through our cultural fair presentation. By supporting this initiative, you'll help us foster cultural awareness, promote hands-on learning, and preserve important Hawaiian traditions. Our students will gain invaluable insights into Hawaiian culture while developing critical thinking, research, and artistic skills that align with both our art and social studies standards.

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Waianae, HI
Grades 6-8
History & Geography
Art Supplies
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

Ms. Maria Wise Makaha Elementary School Grades 6-8

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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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Materials Cost Quantity Total

NArra Electric Potter's Wheel 25cm 350W Ceramic Pottery Wheels Heavy Duty Pottery Forming Machine for Beginner DIY with Foot Pedal and Clay Tools at Home School Pottery Studios • Amazon Business $132.99 1 $132.99

Laguna Wed Air Dry Clay EM217 - 50 lbs • Blick Art Materials $29.66 2 $59.32

Blick Stoneware Clay - 50 lb • Blick Art Materials $29.46 2 $58.92

1000 Pcs Colorful Goose Natural Feathers Rainbow 4-6 Inches Feathers Colored Feathers for Crafts DIY Art Jewelry Making Decorations Supply, 20 Colors • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98

Sea Shell Assortment • Carolina Biological Supply Company $39.06 1 $39.06

Shark Teeth Fossil Study Pk10 • Ward's Science $14.78 2 $29.56

Blisstime 42pcs Pottery Tools, Clay Tools, Sculpting Tools, Pottery Kit, Air Dry Clay Tools, Pottery Clay Kit for Pottery Wheel, DIY Arts and Crafts • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99

PerkHomy Jute Twine String 3600 Feet Natural Thin Twine for Craft Gardening Plant Gift Wrapping Tag Art Wedding Home Decoration Packing Material Christmas Twine Bulk (3600 FT * 2mm (3Ply)) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

Galashield White Flat Glass Marbles for Vases Glass Gems Beads Pebbles Vase Filler (5 LBS, Approx. 450 PCS) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99

Galashield Black Flat Glass Marbles for Vases Glass Gems Beads Pebbles Vase Filler (5 LBS, Approx. 450 PCS) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99

200 Pcs Small Paint Brushes Bulk, Anezus Kids Paint Brushes Detail Fine Brushes with Flat and Round Tip Acrylic Paint Brushes Set for Classroom Water Color Canvas Painting Touch Up • Amazon Business $13.89 1 $13.89

Senkary Wooden Dowel Rods 1/4 x 6 Inch Unfinished Natural Wood Craft Dowel Rods, 100 Pieces • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99

Materials cost			$475.67
Vendor shipping charges			$147.24
Sales tax			$20.93
3rd party payment processing fee			$7.14
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$680.98
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$120.17
Total project goal			$801.15
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$801.15
2 Donors			-$646.15
Donations toward project cost			-$549.23
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$96.92
match offer			-$155.00
Match offer toward project cost			-$131.75
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$23.25
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Bringing Ancient Hawaiian Games to Life: A Cultural Arts Project

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

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