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Mrs. Millan from El Paso TX is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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First Ceramics Course

Help me give my students the opportunity to be a part of the first ceramics course in our school. Clay is the most expensive item and is our main material.

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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

Clay and ceramic materials are a unique medium for fostering creativity, teamwork, and learning across multiple subjects. Working with clay provides a tactile experience that helps students understand concepts in a more tangible way. This hands-on approach is especially beneficial for visual and kinesthetic learners, allowing them to explore creativity through touch and manipulation.

Ceramics allow students to express themselves in a unique way.

They can create objects that reflect their thoughts, emotions, and imagination, contributing to a more personalized learning experience. A ceramics course can integrate lessons from science, mathematics, and history or culture. This approach can lead to a more holistic educational experience.

Mrs. Millan
Grades 9-12

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sax Low Fire Earthenware Clay, Red, 50 Pounds • School Specialty $35.24 15 $528.60
AMACO© Lead-Free Low-Fire Glaze K-6 Class Sampler Pack - 12 Pints • Nasco $196.76 2 $393.52
Langqun 18Pcs Pottery Tools Kit, Polymer Clay Tools,Handle Ceramic Tools, for Sculpting, Modeling, Carving, Modeling • Amazon Business $5.99 10 $59.90

Materials cost

$982.02

Vendor shipping charges

 $271.46

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,298.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$229.10

Total project goal

$1,527.31

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