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Mrs. Markulis from Lahaina, HI is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Making Holiday Magic

Help me give my students holiday magic and memories, warm and bright. Let's make their holiday season a true delight.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Markulis's classroom raised $698

This project is fully funded

My Project

The holiday season, a time characterized by joy, warmth, and a sense of belonging, can significantly impact students' social-emotional learning (SEL). By incorporating elements such as holiday crafts, and decorations into classroom activities, we can create a nurturing environment that fosters positive emotional development, strengthens social connections, and builds resilience.

One of the primary goals of this project is to brighten the holidays for students who have faced adversity, particularly those who have been displaced by wildfires or have lost friends to relocation.

By introducing festive elements, we can offer a much-needed respite from their challenges. Engaging in holiday crafts and decorating the classroom can provide a sense of accomplishment and ownership, helping students feel connected to their surroundings.

It is important to acknowledge the remarkable resilience of these students. Despite the hardships they have endured, they have demonstrated strength and perseverance. By creating a festive atmosphere, we can provide a supportive space where they can feel safe, valued, and encouraged to express their emotions. The holiday season offers an opportunity to remind them of the joy and beauty that can be found even in the midst of adversity.

In conclusion, incorporating holiday crafts, and decorations into classroom activities can significantly enhance students' SEL. By creating a festive and welcoming environment, we can help students develop positive emotions, strengthen social connections, and build resilience. As we celebrate the holiday season, let us remember the importance of providing our students with a haven of joy and hope.

Mrs. Markulis King Kamehameha III 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.

Lahaina, HI View local requests

More than a third 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
MATICAN Party Paper Plates, 50-Pack Disposable Paper Plates Christmas Party Supplies, Christmas Holly Design, 9-Inch Dinner Plates • Amazon Business $16.99 8 $135.92
Jerify 48 Pcs Christmas Glasses Glitter Glasses Frames Christmas Decoration Costume Eyeglasses Santa Snowman Glasses Christmas Party Gifts for Adults Kids Party Holiday Favors • Amazon Business $32.99 4 $131.96
AerWo 60pcs Wooden Christmas Ornaments, 12 Styles Unfinished Wood Slice Ornaments, DIY Christmas Ornaments Set with Bells, Colored Markers and Ropes, for DIY Craft Making and Christmas Tree Ornaments • Amazon Business $15.99 4 $63.96
HOXHA Artificial Christmas Tree 7Ft 1300Tips Premium Spruce Holiday Tree Easy Assembly for Indoor Home, Office, Party Decoration • Amazon Business $45.99 1 $45.99
30 Packs Christmas Reindeer Ornament Craft Kit for Kids Holiday DIY Art Craft with Self Adhesive Stickers, Make Your Own Xmas Reindeer Christmas Decoration Home Classroom Party Game Activities • Amazon Business $8.99 5 $44.95
20 Pack DIY Ornament Clear Fillable Baubles Craft Christmas Decorations Tree Ball for New Years Present Holiday Wedding Party Home Decor Bath Bomb (3.15”) • Amazon Business $9.99 4 $39.96
OurWarm DIY Felt Christmas Snowman Game Set with 31 Detachable Ornaments, Wall Hanging Xmas Gifts for Christmas Decorations, 39 x 20 Inch • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Dendrim 165PCS Christmas Balloons Garland Arch Kit, Xmas Red White Green Holiday Party Balloon Decorations with Candy Cane Gifts Box Red Star Foil Balloons for Christmas Themed Birthday Party Supplies • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Minute of Fun, Christmas Edition - 218 New Minute to Win It Challenges, Transform Christmas Decorations Items Into Games for Kids and Families is in Your Home! • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Whoville Christmas Decorations Whoville Decorations Welcome to Whoville Banner The Christmas Decorations Party Supplies Christmas Green Birthday Party Decorations • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Winter Christmas Backdrop for Photography Banner Extra Large Snow Wonderland Backdrop Winter Snowman Scene Xmas Tree Background for Photoshoot Christmas Decorations, 72.8 x 43.3 Inch (Vivid Style) • Amazon Business $7.79 1 $7.79

Materials cost

$531.49

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$23.39

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$592.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$104.62

Total project goal

$697.47

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$697.47

6 Donors

-$438.00

Donations toward project cost

-$383.30

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$54.70

match offer

-$246.53

Match offer toward project cost

-$209.55

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.98

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$12.94

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$0.00

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