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Ms. Perrotta from Saint Paul, MN is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Perrotta's classroom raised $161

Crafting Cricket Creations: Exploring Vinyl and Paper Cutting Techniques

Help me give my students the ability to create signs for their Discovery and Pollinator Garden.

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Ms. Perrotta Frost Lake Elementary School
Saint Paul, MN Grades 3-5

My Project

Students would like to create sign for our discovery garden. I would like to give my students' projects a long-lasting, luxurious feel with the Permanent Cricut Premium Vinyl sheets. Students will be able to use the envelopes for a template to create a design. Then they will print and use the trimmer to cut their design which they can transfer effortlessly to the vinyl which is a strong adhesive lasts for up to 3 years. Students will paint the signs and using cricut vinyl.

Creating their own signs for a discovery and pollinator garden offers students numerous benefits.

This project fosters creativity and self-expression as students design visually appealing and informative signs tailored to the garden's theme. This hands-on activity helps students develop practical skills such as planning, designing, and crafting, often incorporating tools like paper cutters or vinyl for precision. It also deepens their understanding of the plants, pollinators, and ecosystems within the garden as they research and decide what information to feature. Moreover, the process cultivates a sense of ownership and pride, encouraging students to engage more actively with the garden and appreciate its importance in supporting biodiversity and environmental sustainability.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

110 students impacted 2 donors
Ms. Perrotta Frost Lake Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Saint Paul, MN 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

110 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
A7 Printable White Envelopes 5x7 100 Pack Quick Self Seal,for 5x7 Cards Perfect for Weddings, Invitations, Photos, Graduation, Baby Shower 5.25 x 7.25 inches，AZAZA • Amazon Business $15.59 2 $31.18
Cricut Smart Permanent Vinyl (13in x 12ft, Shimmer Gold) for Explore and Maker 3 - Matless cutting for long cuts up to 12ft • Amazon Business $9.37 3 $28.11
Fiskars Precision Paper Trimmer, Easy, Safe and Accurate for Crafts, Gifts, Cards, Photos, Always Cuts Straight, Swing-Out Arm Extends Measurements, Lightweight and Portable Sharp Paper Cutter • Amazon Business $22.17 1 $22.17
Cricut Premium Permanent Vinyl, Dark Red (12" x 48") - Compatible with Maker & Explore Machines, Long Lasting, UV & Water-Resistant, Indoor + Outdoor Projects • Amazon Business $5.99 3 $17.97
Royal & Langnickel - 3 Pack Golden Taklon Paint Brushes, Assorted Sizes • Amazon Business $5.50 1 $5.50

Materials cost

$104.93

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$136.50

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$24.09

Total project goal

$160.59

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $160.59

1 Donor

-$92.50

Donations toward project cost

-$78.63

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.87

match offer

-$68.08

Match offer toward project cost

-$57.87

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$10.21

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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