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Ms. Gutierrez from Houston, TX is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Build, Create, Innovate: Hands- on Tools for Bright Minds

Help me give my students modeling clay, paint, and LEGOs.

  • $387 goal

This project expired on October 2, 2025.

This project expired on October 2, 2025.

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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

These materials will make a powerful difference in my students’ learning by giving them the tools to turn their ideas into tangible creations. Modeling clay, paint, and LEGOs help students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and design skills through hands-on exploration. Especially for our Gifted and Talented students, 3D modeling allows them to go beyond the textbook and show their understanding in creative, meaningful ways.

The goal of this project is to make sure every student has access to high-quality materials throughout the year, without having to bring their own from home.

My students are curious, imaginative, and eager to create. What makes them special is how passionately they approach challenges and how much joy they find in building and learning. With your support, we can fuel that joy and curiosity with the tools they need to keep innovating.

Ms. Gutierrez Cloverleaf Elementary School Grades 3-5

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Houston, TX 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

40 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
AMACO Sculptamold Modeling Compound, 25 lb, White - Glass - Durable • School Specialty $71.54 1 $71.54
LEGO Classic Large Creative Brick Box 10698 - Building Toy Set with Idea Booklet & Storage Box for Classroom or Home, Interactive Building Blocks for Kids, Ages 4+ • Kaplan Early Learning Company $67.46 1 $67.46
Sculpey III Polymer Modeling Compound, Assorted Bright Colors, Set of 10 • School Specialty $21.97 3 $65.91
Crayola Washable Paints - Assorted Colors, Set of 12, 16 oz Bottles • Blick Art Materials $44.29 1 $44.29
Honoson 24 Pcs Clay Sculpting Tools Kits Air Dry Clay Polymer Pottery Tools DIY Set with Roller, Acrylic Sheet, Scraper Backing Board, Round Circle Shape Cutter, Shaping for Art Craft(Colorful) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Hulameda Paint Tray Palettes, Plastic Paint Pallets for Kids or Students to Paints on School Project or Art Class-12pcs • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$271.18

Vendor shipping charges

 $23.69

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.07

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$328.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$58.05

Total project goal

$386.99

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