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Ms. J from Ewa Beach, HI is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Positive Personal Growth

Help me give my students art media such as a Cricut machine, and access to music that helps to create a space that supports my students' social, emotional and mental well being.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. J's classroom raised $959

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students need a Cricut machine, laminator, a speaker, and art supplies to create an ambiance full of music, and that encourages and supports personal growth as well as social, emotional and mental well being.

In the classroom, students will use these supplies to do art therapy where they will not only be able to express themselves, but self-discover, relieve stress, build confidence and ultimately work towards becoming their best self.

Outside of the classroom, in our team space and our grade level hallway, students will be able to use the Cricut I have requested and other art resources to create visual spaces that promote and appreciate diversity, encourage compassion, and share empathy and kindness. These items range from “take what you need” bulletin boards, signs around our team and grade level space, kindness key chains, classroom banners, positive pencils, etc.

These resources will help support my students' social and emotional health by not only focusing on themselves, but others as well.

The negative effects of COVID and social distancing are evident in peer relationships, as well as each student's self-perception. However, giving my students these materials and opportunities will definitely help foster positive growth in many different areas.

Ms. J Ewa Makai Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Ewa Beach, 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

300 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cricut Explore Air 2 - A DIY Cutting Machine for all Crafts, Create Customized Cards, Home Decor & More, Bluetooth Connectivity, Compatible with iOS, Android, Windows & Mac, Twilight • Amazon Business $238.24 1 $238.24
Bose SoundLink Color II: Portable Bluetooth, Wireless Speaker with Microphone- Soft Black • Amazon Business $129.00 1 $129.00
24 Packs Canvases for Painting with 4 Mini Easel, Canvas Panels for Oil Watercolor Canvas Painting Kit 8x10 5x7 Hexagon Round Rectangle Small White Blank Canvas Boards Bulk for Kids Adult Canvas Art • Amazon Business $26.99 3 $80.97
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 5 Mil Thick for Extra Protection, 100-Pack, 8.9 x 11.4 inches, Letter Size Sheets, Clear (TP5854-100) • Amazon Business $26.99 3 $80.97
Permanent Adhesive Backed Vinyl Sheets by EZ Craft USA - 12" x 12" - 40 Sheets Assorted Colors Works with Cricut and Other Cutters • Amazon Business $19.99 3 $59.97
The Ultimate Accessories Bundle for Cricut Makers and All Explore Air - The Perfect Bundle / Tool Kit for Beginners, Pros and Skilled Crafters - Instantly Create Amazing Crafting Projects • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
ORACAL 651 Multi-Color Vinyl Starter Kit 12" x 5ft Roll Bundle Including Toolkit & Transfer Paper Roll (10 Roll) • Amazon Business $43.69 1 $43.69
NICOGENA Double Layer Carrying Case with Mat Pocket for Cricut Explore Air 2, Cricut Maker, Multi Large Front Pockets for Tools Accessories and Supplies, Grey • Amazon Business $34.98 1 $34.98
Glitter Cardstock Paper Cutter Bundle, 60 Sheets 5 Colors, A4 Glitter Paper Colored Cardstock Metallic Cardstock Paper for Circuit Maker Crafts DIY Projects Party Decor Scrapbook Origami • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99

Materials cost

$740.80

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$32.60

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$814.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$143.74

Total project goal

$958.25

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$958.25

1 Donor

-$958.25

Donations toward project cost

-$814.51

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$143.74

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$0.00

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