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Mrs. Neuhauser from Sparks, NV is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Crafting Our Way to a Higher GPA

Help me give my students a P.B.I.S incentive for achieving a G.P.A of 3.0 or higher!

  • $583 goal

This project expired on August 23, 2025.

This project expired on August 23, 2025.

My Project

At our school, we believe in recognizing and rewarding students who go above and beyond—especially those who work hard to maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher. With your support, we’re hoping to fund a Cricut Explore 4, the starter bundle that is included, and some accessories to create custom-designed PBIS incentive T-shirts that celebrate academic excellence. This tool will allow us to make high-quality, meaningful rewards in-house, saving us money on student rewards. These unique items will not only motivate students to strive for success, but also foster pride in their achievements. Help us show our scholars that hard work truly pays off!

Mrs. Neuhauser Lou Mendive Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Sparks, NV View local requests

More than a third 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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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cricut Explore 4 + Starter Bundle - Seashell • Best Buy Education $289.99 1 $289.99
Cricut EasyPress 2 Heat Press Machine (9 in x 9 in), Ideal for T-Shirts, Tote Bags, Pillows, Aprons & More, Precise Temperature Control, Features Insulated Safety Base & Auto-Off, Raspberry • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Cricut Blade - Fine Point Blade • Blick Art Materials $10.18 2 $20.36
Cutting Mat for Cricut Maker 3/Maker/Explore 3/Air 2/Air/One,Sticky Quilting Cutting Mats Compatible with Cricut Machines (12X12in (3 pcs Standard Grip)) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Clear Transfer Tape for Vinyl - 6" x 100' Roll, Made in USA, Vinyl Transfer Tape with Medium to High Tack Adhesive for Cricut & Silhouette Cameo Crafts, Decals & Stickers • Amazon Business $16.90 1 $16.90
Cricut EasyPress Mat (12" x 12"), Protective Resistant Mat for Heat Press Machines, HTV and Iron On Projects, Heat Press Mat, Compatible with EasyPress 2 Machine, Gray • Amazon Business $11.29 1 $11.29

Materials cost

$448.51

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$495.19

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$87.39

Total project goal

$582.58

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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