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Ms. Jones from Robbinsville, NC is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Messages in the Air: Guatemala's Kites

Help me give my students materials for an upcoming cultural project in my class Spanish class, where students will be building traditional Guatemalan kites.

  • $195 goal

This project expired on July 24, 2025.

This project expired on July 24, 2025.

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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 Project

My students are a special group because they are eager learners who thrive when given the opportunity to engage in hands-on, creative activities. They bring curiosity, enthusiasm, and a unique perspective to every project, making our classroom a vibrant and inspiring place.

Many of them have not had the chance to deeply explore cultural traditions outside their own, so this project is a meaningful way to broaden their horizons and foster appreciation for diverse heritages.

As part of our exploration of cultural heritage and craftsmanship, students will be building traditional Guatemalan kites, an art form rich in history and symbolism. This hands-on activity will not only introduce them to the artistic and historical significance of these kites but also strengthen their creativity, patience, and teamwork skills.

By working collaboratively to design and construct their kites, they will develop a sense of pride in their work and a deeper connection to global cultures.

I am reaching out to request help with materials for this exciting cultural project. To successfully carry out this activity, we would greatly appreciate donations of materials such as tissue paper, glue sticks, string, and scissors.

We will use this material to create the kites Any support you can provide would be invaluable in making this learning experience engaging, enriching, and memorable for my students.

Your generosity will help create a hands-on educational opportunity that nurtures creativity, cultural appreciation, and teamwork.

Ms. Jones Robbinsville 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.

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Nearly all 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

45 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Juvale 24 Pack Blunt Tip Scissors - Classroom Bulk Pack for Kids Crafts, Student DIY Art Projects, Teacher Supplies (3 Colors, 5 Inch) • Amazon Business $17.49 3 $52.47
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $19.70 2 $39.40
Exquiss 360 Sheets A4 Sizes Tissue Paper Bulk 8.3x11.7" 36 Colors for Tissue Paper Craft Art Pom Poms Gift Wrapping DIY Craft Holidays Tissue Paper Flowers • Amazon Business $7.99 4 $31.96

Materials cost

$123.83

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$9.66

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$165.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$29.18

Total project goal

$194.53

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