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Ms. Mitchell from Miami Gardens, FL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Crafting Connections: Geometry Meets Creativity in Hands-On Learning

Help me give my students a hands-on learning by integrating geometry concepts with creative crafting, fostering critical thinking, and real world problem solving skills.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Mitchell's classroom raised $579

This project is fully funded

My Project

**About My Project:**

What I love most about my students is their eagerness to learn and their ability to approach challenges with creativity and a sense of curiosity.

They thrive on hands-on activities that allow them to explore concepts in dynamic and innovative ways. This project will provide them with the resources to bridge mathematical understanding with practical application, giving them the tools to create geometric shapes and models while developing their problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

The materials, including the mug press funded through this project, and other supplies, will help students apply their geometry skills to bring abstract concepts to life. By integrating creativity into their learning process, they'll gain a deeper appreciation for geometry and its real-world applications. These resources will not only enhance their academic experience but also ignite a passion for exploration and design that will last far beyond the classroom. Thank you for helping us inspire the next generation of innovators!

Ms. Mitchell Norland Middle School Grades 6-8

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

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.

Miami Gardens, FL View local requests

More than half 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

HBCU Alum 50 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cricut Joy Xtra Smart Cutting Machine (2010313) • Staples $177.24 1 $177.24
Cricut Mug Press + 12 Blank Mugs (12oz each) • Amazon Business $159.00 1 $159.00
Fiskars Rotary Cutter 3-Piece Set - 45mm Blade Rotary Cutter for Fabric, Self Healing Cutting Mat, and Sewing Ruler - Craft Supplies - White/Gray • Amazon Business $57.83 1 $57.83
HTVSTD Paint Splatter Sublimation Transfer Ink Paper-12pcs 12"x10" Watercolor Patterned Sublimation Transfer Paper for Mugs DIY Sublimation Paper • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
HTVRONT Teflon Sheets for Heat Press - 3 Pack Non Stick PTFE Teflon Sheet Reusable 12 x 16" Teflon Paper Heat Resistant Teflon Mat(Brown) • Amazon Business $5.71 2 $11.42
HTVRONT White Iron on Vinyl Roll - 12" x 12ft White Heat Transfer Vinyl, Heavy Duty White HTV Vinyl Roll for T-Shirts Clothing, Easy to Cut & Weed • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Cricut Brayer, Rubber Roller for Crafts, Works with Fabric, Vinyl, Iron-On & Inking Blocks, Extend Life of Cricut FabricGrip Mat, Compatible with Cricut Maker • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
HTVRONT Cutting Mats for Cricut Joy Xtra, 3 Pack Cutting Mats 8.5"x12"(StandardGrip, LightGrip, StrongGrip), Variety Adhesive Reusable Cutting Mats Accessories for Cricut Joy Xtra • Amazon Business $8.54 1 $8.54
WORKLION Heat Press Mat 11"x13": Double-Sided Fireproof Materials Protective Resistant Mat for Cricut Easypress/Easypress 2 & HTV Craft Vinyl Ironing Insulation Transfer Projects • Amazon Business $7.58 1 $7.58

Materials cost

$454.58

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$491.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$86.72

Total project goal

$578.12

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$578.12

2 Donors

-$423.12

Donations toward project cost

-$359.65

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$63.47

match offer

-$155.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$131.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.25

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$0.00

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