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Ms. Minturn from Brooklyn, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Grad Bag Art Project!

Help me give my students a graduation to remember through an art project to commemorate their high school years.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Minturn's classroom raised $1,705

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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 Students

Our students are international, English language learners from over 30 different countries. All of the students have been in the US four years of fewer. This year our students were expecting a traditional graduation ceremony that they could experience with their friends and family just like every other high school student in the world. Many of the students will be the first person in their families to graduate from a high school in the United States.

Today, students are experiencing challenges continuing their education due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Students are learning remotely from their homes in a large city that has been devastated by the virus. They use computers and tablets provided by the school district. Students access education via video applications and self-guided study. This presents difficulties when some students are children of essential workers or are essential workers themselves. All students are helping their families with childcare, cooking, and household responsibilities.

The students have been putting forth their best efforts to access online learning in pursuit of their graduation goals. Unfortunately, despite their consistent dedication this situation includes multiple challenges including technology troubleshooting, the lack of an in-person learning community, and the connection between teachers and students.

My Project

With these supplies we will be providing our students with a tangible, authentic art experience that they can participate in from their homes. Students will receive journals and arts supplies that they can use to design and create original graduation cap decorations that represent their identities, hopes, and accomplishments as learners.

While our graduation celebration will be held virtually, having artwork created by each individual will allow students to connect through a shared experience that celebrates their achievements and dreams.

Students will both commemorate their work throughout high school and also participate in an arts project.

Ms. Minturn Brooklyn International High School Grades 9-12

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.

Brooklyn, NY View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Huhuhero 10 Pack Notebooks Journals, Classic Ruled Notebook, 120Gsm Premium Thick Paper Lined Journal, Black Hardcover Notebook for Office Home School Business Writing Note Taking Journaling, 5"×8.25" • Amazon Business $49.98 8 $399.84
MADHOLLY 7 Sheets Letter Sticker, Colorful Gift Alphabet Sticker Self Adhesive Letter • Amazon Business $9.99 32 $319.68
Sharpie Metallic Permanent Markers, 3 Count • Amazon Business $4.11 75 $308.25
Self-Adhesive Rhinestone Sticker Bling Craft Jewels Crystal Gem Stickers for Kids Crafts Scrapbooking Decoration, Assorted Size, 4 Sheets • Amazon Business $8.66 18 $155.88
PILOT G2 Premium Refillable & Retractable Rolling Ball Gel Pens, Fine Point, Black Ink, 12 Count (31020) • Amazon Business $11.51 6 $69.06
30 Rolls Washi Tape,Multi-Colored & Gold Metallic Washi Masking Tape - 8mm x 4m Rainbow Paper Tape for DIY Crafts (Mix) • Amazon Business $9.91 5 $49.55
50 Pack Congratulations Card – Elegant Greeting Cards With ‘’Congratulations’’ Embossed In Gold Foil Letters – For Engagement, Graduation, Wedding - 52 Kraft Envelopes Included - 4" x 5.75" - White • Amazon Business $16.99 2 $33.98
Grad Metallic Sticker Seals | Party Favor | Pack of 50 • Amazon Business $8.97 2 $17.94
40 pack- Durable Teal Merchandise bags 12x15 Die Cut Handle-Glossy finish-Anti-Strech for Retail store, Party favors, Handouts and more. • Amazon Business $6.80 2 $13.60
150 Pcs Waterproof Vinyl Vsco Girls Sticker Pack for Water Bottle Laptop Phone Case • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Colorful Waterproof Vinyl Stickers Pack for Laptop Water Bottle Party Favors (50 Pcs Rainbow Style) • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Waterproof Vinyl Stickers Pack for Laptop Water Bottle Party Supplies(50Pcs Neon Style) • Amazon Business $5.49 1 $5.49

Materials cost

$1,391.24

Vendor shipping charges

$7.07

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$20.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,449.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$255.74

Total project goal

$1,704.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,704.92

1 Donor

-$568.31

Donations toward project cost

-$483.06

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$85.25

match offer

-$1,136.61

Match offer toward project cost

-$966.12

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$170.49

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$0.00

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