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Mrs. Langston from Paragould, AR is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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“Building Leaders: BETA Club Supplies with a Financial Literacy Twist”

Help me give my students supplies needed to build financial literacy and enter Beta competitions.

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My students are bright, creative problem-solvers who love challenges. They are members of our school’s BETA club and science classes, where they build projects, conduct experiments, and prepare for competitions. Many come from low-income households, and our school provides free lunch for all students. Despite financial hardships, they are eager to create, innovate, and learn real-world skills.

We need supplies that support both BETA competition projects and financial literacy lessons.

With cardstock , foam board, tri-fold boards, paint, paint brushes, and snacks, students will create competition-ready displays while also learning to budget, track expenses, and compare costs.

For example, while working on a project, students will calculate the cost of each material, compare the value of bulk vs. single purchases, and learn how to stretch resources. When designing trifolds for BETA competitions, they’ll create a budget and decide how to allocate supplies effectively. Even snacks will become part of our budgeting lessons as we calculate cost per student and the value of buying in bulk.

This project connects creativity and critical thinking with financial decision-making, giving students real-world practice in money management while preparing them for success at BETA competitions and beyond.

Every material requested serves two purposes:

Competition Prep – Students will use supplies to build, design, and present high-quality BETA projects.

Financial Literacy – Students will calculate project budgets, analyze costs, and make smart financial decisions about supply use. By combining science, art, and financial literacy, students will be wired for success in competition and in life.

Mrs. Langston Paragould Junior High School Grades 6-8

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

300 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
White Foam Board - 20" x 30" x 3/16", Pkg of 10 • Blick Art Materials $43.56 4 $174.24
GoGo squeeZ Variety Applesauce, 3.2 oz., 20/Box (MNA04331) • Quill.com $27.62 5 $138.10
Sax Heavy Body Acrylic Paint, Half Gallons, Assorted Colors, Set of 6 - Durable • School Specialty $109.04 1 $109.04
Flipside Tri-Fold Project Board, 48" x 36", Corrugated Paper, White, 4/Pack (18042) • Quill.com $25.82 4 $103.28
Fruit Bars Snack Gift Box (20 Pack) - 100% Natural, Gluten-Free, Vegan Fruit Snacks Variety Pack • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Crayola Paintbrush Variety Classpack, School Supplies, 36 Large Paint Brushes For Kids, Assorted • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Astrobrights Bright 65 lb. Cardstock Paper, 8.5" x 11", Assorted Colors, 250 Sheets/Pack (99904) • Quill.com $28.33 1 $28.33
Neenah Index Cardstock, 8.5" x 11", 90 lb/163 gsm, White, Lightweight, 94 Brightness, 300 Sheets (91437) • Amazon Business $13.49 1 $13.49
The Only Bean Crunchy Dry Roasted Edamame Beans (Variety Pack), Low Carb Keto Healthy Snacks For Adults and Kids, Fiber Protein Snacks, Diabetic Snacks, 4 oz (3 Pack) • Amazon Business $11.87 1 $11.87

Materials cost

$637.33

Vendor shipping charges

 $10.90

Sales tax

 $52.58

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.56

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$740.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$130.65

Total project goal

$871.02

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