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Mrs. Alcid from Framingham, MA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Alcid's classroom raised $348

Brushstrokes of Conflict: a Visual Narrative of the Vietnam War

Help me give my students the ability to show learned knowledge through multiple mediums such as mechanical pencils, pens, diorama boxes, blank canvases, and more.

This project expired on May 24, 2024.

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Mrs. Alcid Framingham High School
Framingham, MA Grades 9-12

My Project

As part of my commitment to providing a well-rounded and enriching education for all students, I am embarking on an exciting art-based project in my English class centered around Tim O'Brien's "The Things They Carried." Unfortunately, some of our students are facing financial constraints that hinder their ability to afford the necessary art supplies for this transformative learning experience.

In an effort to foster a multi-dimensional understanding of "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien, students will be encouraged to embark on an art-based project with an integrated writing component.

This initiative seeks to provide a platform for students to creatively express their interpretations of a chapter of the novel, transcending traditional literary analyses. Through visual arts in a diorama students will be empowered to externalize the emotional and thematic nuances embedded in O'Brien's work. The parallel writing component will enable students to articulate the symbolism, character motivations, and the broader socio-cultural context of the Vietnam War explored in the novel. This interdisciplinary approach not only engages diverse learning styles but also fosters a deeper connection with the material, encouraging students to explore and communicate their insights in a uniquely expressive manner. By embracing the synergy of art and literature, this project aims to cultivate a richer appreciation for the complexities of war and the human experience.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

50 students impacted 4 donors
Mrs. Alcid Framingham High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Framingham, MA View local requests

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

50 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Shuttle Art Mechanical Pencils, 210 Pack Bulk Mechanical Pencils 0.7mm Medium Point, HB #2 Lead, Assorted Barrels, Office School Supplies • Amazon Business $32.99 2 $65.98
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, Medium Point (0.7mm), Assorted Colors, 12 Count • Amazon Business $9.97 5 $49.85
MESHA Brown 9X6X4'' Small Corrugated Mailing Diorama Box,Small Shipping Cardboard Boxes For Small Business Packaging,Mailer 25PACK • Amazon Business $22.59 2 $45.18
FIXSMITH Stretched White Blank Canvas- 8x10 Inch,Bulk Pack of 12,Primed,100% Cotton,5/8 Inch Profile of Super Value Pack for Acrylics,Oils & Other Painting Media. • Amazon Business $23.39 1 $23.39
Acrylic Paint Pens Markers, 24 Colors Dual Tip Acrylic Paint Pens for Rock Painting, Wood, Canvas, Stone, Glass, Ceramic Surfaces, DIY Crafts Making Art Supplies (Round Tip and Fine Tip) • Amazon Business $10.99 2 $21.98
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets - 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $19.68 1 $19.68
Sunny Days Entertainment Military Battle Group Bucket – 100 Assorted Soldiers and Accessories Toy Play Set for Kids, Boys and Girls | Plastic Army Men Figures with Storage Container • Amazon Business $18.54 1 $18.54
KICNIC Page Markers Colored Sticky Tabs 1600 Pcs, Translucent Arrow Flags for Page Marking, Fluorescent Index Tab Stickers for Notebooks, Small Sticky Notes Flags [8 Colors, 8 Sets] • Amazon Business $8.54 1 $8.54
SIMETUFY 360 Sheets 36 Multicolor Tissue Paper Bulk Gift Wrapping Tissue Paper Decorative Art Rainbow Tissue Paper 12in x 8.4in for Art Craft Floral Birthday Party Festival Tissue Paper Pom Pom • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$261.13

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.92

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$295.05

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$52.07

Total project goal

$347.12

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $347.12

3 Donors

-$254.50

Donations toward project cost

-$238.52

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.98

match offer

-$66.51

Match offer toward project cost

-$56.53

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.98

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$26.11

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 $0.00

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