My students in grades PK-5 are a diverse and energetic mix of kids from various ethnic groups. Our school community is located in a low socioeconomic area of south NY. There aren’t any places for kids to experience art. Many of our students are ENL, special needs or new immigrants. The families of these students lack the means to take advantage of the art culture in NYC, elements and principles of art. Many of the parents work more than one job and/or speak English. This makes it hard for them to take their children to museums, explore the internet, book signings or meet/greets for authors or artists to build question and discussion in for culture and experiences that will last a lifetime.
Through creative and visual art, which is hands-on and utilizes manipulatives, I hope to teach children to be able to represent experiences, emotions and individuality that they cannot verbalize.
Students will use these requested resources/supplies to draw pictures and sculpt out of proportion, exaggerating things that are important to them. When we value children's creativity, we help them feel valued as people, raising their self-esteem.
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
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Sales tax
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Total project cost
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Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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Total project goal
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How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$397.58
4 Donors
-$397.58
Donations toward project cost
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