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Ms. Ferrell from Pahoa, HI is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Let's Get Creative in the Classroom!

Help me give my students the creative tools to showcase their creative minds through works of art and play!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ferrell's classroom raised $737

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am the teacher of 25 little curious (and eager learning) Kindergartners. These special children have perceived through dire circumstances and have continued to amaze me with their readiness to take on each new day. Due to COVID-19, there is both an academic and social gap that some students show that I am trying to fill as their teacher. Teaching academic and social skills is something that takes patience and dedication not only from the teacher but also from the students as well. With these supplies, I would like to incorporate mindful art into our day. As a class, it will be a time for us to relax and focus on being creative therefore promoting children's mental health. I also included different materials such as a book case so students have a library in the classroom to go to for quiet reading. Fidget toys are also another great tool to use for both academic support as well as emotional well-being. Overall, I hope to use these materials that I request as a means to boost both my student's mental health as well as tapping into their creative minds to promote academic learning in the long run.

Ms. Ferrell Pahoa Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

28 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids-ELR-0339 Birch Hardwood Single-Sided Bookcase Display Stand for Kids, 5 Shelves, Natural Birch Hardwood Kids’ Bookshelf, Bookshelf for Kids, GREENGUARD [GOLD] Certified Book Display,15" • Amazon Business $151.98 1 $151.98
Crayola Crayons Bulk, 24 Crayon Packs with 24 Assorted Colors, School Supplies • Amazon Business $37.14 2 $74.28
Crayola Paintbrush Variety Classpack, School Supplies, 36 Large Paint Brushes For Kids, Assorted • Amazon Business $34.99 2 $69.98
Washable 8 Colors Dot Markers 2 Pack Set - Paint Daubers for Kids - Toddlers - Non-Toxic Bingo Daubers Arts and Crafts Supplies - Includes 200 Plus Fun Downloadable Coloring PDF Sheets (2 Packs) • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
36 Set Bulk Watercolor Paint Pack with Wood Brushes 8 Colors Washable Water Colors Perfect for Kids Classroom Parties Students All Ages by Color Swell • Amazon Business $34.19 1 $34.19
Ceramic Tiles for Crafts Coasters,12 Ceramic White Tiles Unglazed 4x4 with Cork Backing Pads, Use with Alcohol Ink or Acrylic Pouring, DIY Make Your Own Coasters, Mosaics, Painting Projects, Decoupage • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
Crayola Washable Paint, 12 Count, Kids Non Toxic Paint Set, School Supplies, Assorted Colors, 16 Oz • Amazon Business $30.80 1 $30.80
Big Fidget Packs, Huibao 168 Bubble Jumbo Fidget Toy Pack Sensory Fidget Toy Set Figit Game for Kids Girls Adults ADHD to Relieves Stress&Anxiety, Huge Fidget Pack with Box-50Pcs • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
KASEMI Pipe Cleaners,1000 pcs and 20 Assorted Colors 12 inch Chenille Stems for DIY Art Creative Crafts Decorations • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
4 Pieces Pencil Grips Trainer for Both Left-Handed and Right-Handed, Kids Handwriting Aid Correction Tool for Preschool Homeschool Kindergarten Classroom • Amazon Business $9.89 2 $19.78
Pete The Cat® Happy Birthday Crowns • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
1000 Pcs Paper Clips, Large and Medium Paperclips(1.3 inch and 2 inch) for Office • Amazon Business $11.85 1 $11.85
16 PCS Pencil Grips for Kids Handwriting Grip Posture Correction Training Pen Writing Aid Tool for Kids Toddler Preschool Children Adults Students Special Needs • Amazon Business $9.92 1 $9.92
YIUO 100 Pieces Animal Stickers Kawaii Cartoon Gift for Kids Teen Birthday Party Vinyl Waterproof Stickers for Water Bottle,Hydro Flasks,Scrapbook,Laptop,Luggage,Phone, Cute Stickers Pack • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$552.70

Vendor shipping charges

$11.11

Sales tax

$24.32

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.29

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$626.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$110.54

Total project goal

$736.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$736.96

1 Donor

-$736.96

Donations toward project cost

-$626.42

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$110.54

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