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Ms. Nelson from Midvale, UT is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Life Skills through Theatre Skills

Help me give my students the chance to tell their story and shine.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Nelson's classroom raised $998

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 school has a diverse and exciting population. Our students are from kindergarten to 5th grade. Our school is a Spanish dual language immersion with 2 classes in 3rd through 5th and four classes in Kindergarten through 2nd. As a Title I school, we strive to meet the students' needs academically, physically, and emotionally.

Each student brings their own story to the fabric of our school.

A tapestry of language and backgrounds mix within our walls. Each faculty member strives to teach each child where they are and raise them up.

We believe in the mission of our school and work to make them productive students. We give them the tools to succeed and thrive. I am always impressed by the level of dedication to the students and their best interests. I believe in our community and enjoy seeing the love within our walls. Students come into our school and know that each person cares for them. Each child has a place in our school.

My Project

In my classroom we will be focusing on how drama skills can translate to the outside world. We will be using books to explore other peoples realities and learn from other cultures. We will see ourselves and we have a place in this world.

We will learn traditional drama skills like puppetry and story telling in many forms.

In the drama class we will make themselves into puppets as well as learn how to tell a story through puppet. With the new supplies we can make something that the student will treasure.

We will be working on our first shows since the Covid-19 has hindered having audiences. These students are ready to share their stories.

Ms. Nelson Midvale Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

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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

700 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Broad Line Markers - Assorted Colors, Set of 256 • Blick Art Materials $83.99 1 $83.99
Crayola Fine Line Markers - Assorted Colors, Set of 200 • Blick Art Materials $75.99 1 $75.99
12 Pieces Rainbow Dance Ribbons, Ribbon Streamers,Rainbow Gymnastics Ribbon Set, Dance Ribbons Rainbow Decorations, Hand Held Rhythm Rainbow Streamers,Dance Ribbons for Kids and Adults, Assorted Color • Amazon Business $15.99 4 $63.96
LC168 - Jumbo People Shapes™ • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 3 $59.97
WATINC 9Pack Monster Hand Puppets Art Craft Paper Sock Puppet DIY Making Your Own Puppet Kits Early Learning Classroom Family Storytelling Games Pretend Party Supplies Valentine's Day Gift • Amazon Business $11.99 5 $59.95
FASTPRO 20-pack Aluminum 6-LED Flashlights Set with Lanyard and 60-piece AAA Batteries Included and Pre-installed • Amazon Business $26.99 2 $53.98
BC557 - Jumbo People Sticks • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 3 $44.97
RR543 - The Rainbow Fish Storytelling Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $34.99 1 $34.99
Amazon Basics 36 Pack AAA High-Performance Alkaline Batteries, 10-Year Shelf Life, Easy to Open Value Pack • Amazon Business $8.58 4 $34.32
YGEOMER 12pcs Rhythmic Dance Ribbons Gymnastics Ribbon Streamers Dancing Streamers, Baton Twirling, for Artistic Dancing gymnastics • Amazon Business $10.99 3 $32.97
SD742 - 1 Craft Tape Pack - Bright Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $27.99 1 $27.99
40 piece Egg Shaker Set Percussion • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $24.00 1 $24.00
LC2832 - Peel Stick Flexible Foam Shapes • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
Fearless Trailblazers 11 Latinos Who Made US History • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $18.00 1 $18.00
How to Fold a Taco • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $18.00 1 $18.00
BK841 - All Because You Matter Hardcover Book • Lakeshore Learning Materials $17.99 1 $17.99
The Proudest Blue A Story of Hijab and Family • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $17.00 1 $17.00
BK1832 - It Looked Like Spilt Milk Hardcover Book • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
Oiuros 20pcs Different Cartoon Animal Finger Puppets Soft Velvet Dolls Props Toys Easter Basket Stuffers • Amazon Business $16.09 1 $16.09
Where Are You From • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 1 $16.00
LA499 - Feelings Emotions Dough Mats • Lakeshore Learning Materials $15.99 1 $15.99
22 pcs Plush Animals Finger Puppet Toys - Mini Plush Figures Toy Assortment for Kids, Soft Hands Finger Puppets Game for Autistic Children, Great Family Parents Talking Story Set • Amazon Business $15.89 1 $15.89
Foraineam 10 Inch Hand Drum Music Percussion Wood Frame Drum with Beater • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
All Are Welcome • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $10.00 1 $10.00
VR359 - Peel Stick Wiggly Eyes - Set of 300 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$800.99

Vendor shipping charges

$5.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.01

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$848.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.65

Total project goal

$997.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$997.65

1 Donor

-$997.65

Donations toward project cost

-$848.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$149.65

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$0.00

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