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Mrs. Rugg from Kittanning, PA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Learning Success with STEAM!

Help me give my students STEAM art supplies to enhance their classroom learning.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Rugg's classroom raised $166

This project is fully funded

My Project

Creating a welcoming and comfortable learning environment is key to promoting student success, and the colored paper I'm requesting for this project plays a significant role in achieving that goal. In my classroom, everything I print or distribute to my students is on colored paper. This small but impactful change helps my students stay engaged and organized, as it allows them to easily differentiate between various subjects and materials. For instance, sight words are on purple paper, and math concepts are printed on pink paper.

Supplies such as colored paper, markers, and the individual pencil sharpeners will increase stuent learning and make my kiddos more successful.

STEAM is such an important educational aspect in primary school kiddos. I strive to use STEAM education by involving them in hands-on, high-interest projects that promote observation, problem-solving, and teamwork.

By replenishing essential classroom materials, I can ensure that my students are equipped for success every day, with everything they need to fully participate in lessons. When students have a routine and easy access to necessary materials, it reduces interruptions and allows them to stay focused on their learning. Your support in providing these supplies will help set my students up for success and provide them with the tools to reach their full potential.

Mrs. Rugg West Hills Primary 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.

Kittanning, PA 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
Crayola Broad Line Markers Classpack (256 Ct), Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Kids Markers For School, Classroom Must Have • Amazon Business $57.92 1 $57.92
Neenah Astrobrights(R) Bright Color Paper, 8 1/2in. x 11in., 24 Lb, Assorted Colors, Ream Of 500 Sheets, 21289 • Amazon Business $17.93 1 $17.93
Neenah Astrobrights® Bright Color Paper, Letter Size Paper, 24 lb, Assorted Colors, 500 Sheets • Amazon Business $15.47 1 $15.47
KIDMEN 2 Holes Pencil Sharpener,Pencil Sharpener for Kids,Pencil Sharpener Handheld-24 Pack • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Astrobrights Color Paper, 8.5” x 11”, 24 lb/89 gsm,"Spectrum" 25-Color Assortment, 150 Sheets (80933-01) • Amazon Business $7.64 1 $7.64

Materials cost

$108.95

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$140.58

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$24.81

Total project goal

$165.39

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$165.39

2 Donors

-$82.70

Donations toward project cost

-$70.30

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.40

match offer

-$82.68

Match offer toward project cost

-$70.28

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.40

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

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$0.00

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