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Ms. Murphy from Las Vegas, NV is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Glow & Grow: A Neon Celebration of Student Work

Help me give my students a Glow-in-the-Dark Art Show! I need black lights and florescent materials to pull this off. I hope to put the show up during parent-teacher conferences to help encourage parent envolvement at the school.

  • $1,142 goal

This project expired on July 10, 2025.

This project expired on July 10, 2025.

My Project

Hosting a Glow in the Dark Art Show during Parent-Teacher Conferences is an exciting way to increase parent involvement, support low-income students, and motivate positive behavior. The unique, interactive experience encourages parents to attend, transforming conferences into a celebration rather than just a formal meeting. Many parents, especially those with demanding schedules, may hesitate to attend traditional conferences, but an engaging event showcasing their child’s creativity gives them a meaningful reason to participate. When parents are involved in their child’s education, students perform better academically, have improved behavior, and develop greater confidence.

For low-income students, this event provides an equitable opportunity to showcase their talents without financial barriers, as all materials are provided.

Art allows students to express themselves, fostering confidence and reinforcing that their creativity is valued. Seeing their work displayed creates a sense of pride and belonging, making them feel recognized and celebrated.

Knowing their artwork will be featured motivates students to put forth their best effort, reinforcing responsibility and engagement. It also encourages positive behavior, as participation can serve as an incentive. Additionally, parents who attend will gain a deeper understanding of their child’s artistic and academic growth, strengthening the home-school connection.

By combining education with artistic expression and offering an inclusive, welcoming environment, a Glow in the Dark Art Show makes parent-teacher conferences more inviting and meaningful. Stronger parent involvement leads to better student outcomes, and this event transforms a routine conference into an inspiring celebration of student success, making it a memorable experience for families, regardless of income level.

Ms. Murphy Helen Jydstrup Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

700 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sharpie© Fine-Point Neon Permanent Markers - Set of 5 • Nasco $7.68 30 $230.40
Sax Versatemp Heavy-Bodied Tempera Paint, 1 Pint Bottles, Assorted Fluorescent Neon Colors, Set of 6, White • School Specialty $45.22 5 $226.10
Crayola Oil Pastels - Neon Colors, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $5.02 30 $150.60
IDL Packaging 18" x 250 feet (3000 inches) Black Kraft Paper Roll, 30 lbs Paper for Packing, Wrapping, Crafts, Moving, Shipping - 100% Recyclable Natural Kraft Paper (Pack of 8) • Amazon Business $126.84 1 $126.84
Kwik Stix Tempera Paint - Neon Color Class Pack, Set of 72 • Blick Art Materials $61.18 1 $61.18
Onforu 15W LED Black Light Bulbs, A19 E26 Blacklight Bulb 120W Equivalent, Purple Bulb 385-400nm, Glow in The Dark for Halloween, Black Light Party, Body Paint, Fluorescent Poster, 6 Pack • Amazon Business $23.39 2 $46.78
Barrina Black Light Bar, 10W 1FT Magnetic LED Black Lights, for Glow Party, Fluorescent Poster Paint, Blacklight Halloween Decorations, Linkable UV Light, Plug with Built-in ON/Off Switch, 2 Packs • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
ABEIER Glow in the Dark Acrylic Paint, 10 Bright Colors (60ml/2oz) blacklight Paint, Neon Craft Paint, Long Lasting Glow Fluorescent Paint Ideal for DIY Projects Halloween Easter Christmas Decorations • Amazon Business $21.59 1 $21.59
25 Sheets Neon Paper - 5 Colors Neon Construction Paper that Glows in the Dark under UV and Blacklight for Vibrant Crafts, DIY Dance Floor & Birthday Party Decorations - Thick & Сolorful Сardstock • Amazon Business $9.48 1 $9.48
600 feet Glow Crepe Paper Streamers UV Glow Party Neon Streamer Decorations Glow in The Dark Black Light Reactive Fluorescent Neon Paper Party Streamers Wedding Birthday Blacklight Party Supplies • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$903.95

Vendor shipping charges

 $22.61

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.56

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$970.12

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$171.20

Total project goal

$1,141.32

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