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Ms. Ditmars from Clemmons, NC is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Ditmars's classroom raised $1,078

Bringing Learning to Life, One Theme Day at a Time!

Help me give my students a third grade they’ll never forget! This is for ALL of Third Grade where they will learn through art experiences once a month!

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Ms. Ditmars Morgan Elementary School
Clemmons, NC Grades 3-5

My Project

Imagine a classroom where students become geologists on Rock Day, scientists on Slime Day, gardeners as they plant and grow, explorers on Travel Day, and problem-solvers during Potato Day. Once each month, our entire third grade team is transforming learning into unforgettable, hands-on experiences that spark curiosity, creativity, and joy.

Our six third-grade classrooms serve approximately 120 students, many of whom have had limited opportunities to explore the world beyond their neighborhood or school.

These themed learning days help bridge that gap by giving students meaningful experiences they can see, touch, create, and remember.

Our teachers are committed to making this vision a reality and are personally providing materials for most of the monthly theme days. We are seeking support only for the more costly activities that would otherwise be out of reach.

Your generosity will help create memorable learning experiences that build curiosity, strengthen classroom connections, and show our students that learning can be exciting, meaningful, and full of possibility. Together, we can turn ordinary school days into extraordinary adventures that our students will remember for years to come.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

108 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. Ditmars Morgan Elementary School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Clemmons, NC View local requests

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

108 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nicpro 14 Colors Large Bulk Acrylic Paint Set for Artist (16.9 oz, 500 ml) | Rich Art Painting Supplies, Non Toxic for Multi Surface Craft Rock Canvas Wood Ceramic Leather Fabric, for Adult Beginners • Amazon Business $45.89 3 $137.67
TUZAZO 6 Oz Plastic Containers Small Jars with Lids, 12 Pack | BPA Free, Empty Round Clear, Slime Containers, Cosmetic Containers, For Makeups, Lotions, Body Butters, Sugar Scrubs • Amazon Business $12.99 10 $129.90
Crayola Washable Paints - Assorted Colors, Set of 12, 16 oz Bottles • Blick Art Materials $42.96 3 $128.88
Elmer's White Liquid School Glue, 1 Gallon 2 Count, Washable, #1 Teacher Brand - Arts & Crafts, Teacher Supplies, Great for Making Slime • Amazon Business $28.80 4 $115.20
AROIC Acrylic Paint Brush Bulk, 200 pcs Round Flat Tip Nylon Hair Brushes | Professional Oil Watercolor Artist Painting Brushes, Adult Drawing Kit for All Purpose Face Canvas Rock Painting Art Supplies • Amazon Business $14.24 6 $85.44
Hulameda 12pcs Paint Tray Palettes,Plastic Paint Pallets for Kids to Paints | Paint Palette for Students to Painting on School Project or Art Class • Amazon Business $5.94 10 $59.40
Simetufy 60pcs River Rocks for Painting Flat Smooth Stones for Arts DIY | Kindness Rocks Craft Multiple Sizes • Amazon Business $24.89 2 $49.78
Amazon Basics Slime Activator Solution 1 QT (946ml), Easy to Use, Washable, Clear, Stretchy, Mess-Free • Amazon Business $7.37 6 $44.22
HOME GROWN Wildflower Seeds Bulk Mix | 47,400+ Non-GMO Perennial Flower Seed for Outdoor Planting | 19 Varieties for Attracting Birds & Butterflies | 3 oz • Amazon Business $11.39 2 $22.78
2000 Pcs Fruit Polymer Slices for Slime Nail Art Charms DIY Crafts | Fruit Slime Supplies, Charms Accessories Add ins Clay, DIY Nail Art, Charms Making Kit Decoration, Arts Crafts • Amazon Business $6.64 3 $19.92
Slime Supplies Kit, 162 Pack Add Ins Slime Kit for Kids Girls Slime Making, Including Foam Balls, Glitter, Fishbowl Beads, Charms, Clear Containers by WINLIP • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99

Materials cost

$810.18

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $63.19

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.15

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$915.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$161.56

Total project goal

$1,077.08

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,077.08

1 Donor

-$1,077.08

Donations toward project cost

-$915.52

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$161.56

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