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Mr. Williams from Laurel, MD is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sublimation Supplies for Student Generated Art

Help me give my students a heat press, sublimation ink, sublimation paper, and other supplies for students to create sublimation projects.

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Mr. Williams Chesapeake Math & It PC Elementary School

Laurel, MD Grades 3-5

My Project

Imagine a classroom where students can translate their artistic visions onto t-shirts, tote bags, or even phone cases. Sublimation printing allows students to create vibrant, permanent designs on a variety of polyester-based materials. The process is fascinating: students design their artwork on a computer, then print it onto special sublimation paper. When placed under intense heat and pressure in the heat press, the ink transforms from a solid to a gas, infusing directly into the fabric. The result? Stunning, professional-looking artwork that students can wear, showcase, or even sell!

This technology offers a multitude of benefits for our young artists:

The prospect of seeing their artwork come to life on wearable items will undoubtedly spark excitement and motivation in students. They'll be eager to learn design principles, and color theory, and even explore entrepreneurship by creating their own merchandise.

Sublimation printing allows students to see the practical applications of art beyond the traditional canvas. It connects art to the world of fashion, design, and product creation, fostering a deeper understanding of the creative process.

This technology caters to a variety of learning styles and skill levels. Students can create intricate digital designs or start with simpler concepts.

There's a unique sense of accomplishment that comes from seeing your artwork worn or used by others. This project will boost student confidence, allowing them to take pride in their creative abilities.

The impact of your donation will extend beyond the art room. Students will gain valuable digital design skills, explore the world of entrepreneurship, and develop a deeper appreciation for the artistic process. We envision student-designed t-shirts for school events, tote bags for fundraising initiatives, or even phone cases to showcase their artistic flair.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

300 students impacted 2 donors

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Laurel, MD
Grades 3-5
Visual Arts
Charter School
Reading Nooks, Desks & Storage
More than half of students from low‑income households

Mr. Williams Chesapeake Math & It PC Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Laurel, MD View local requests

More than half 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 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Heat Press Nation Signature Series 16" x 20" Slide Out Drawer Heat Press (Standard) • Amazon Business $749.95 1 $749.95

Sawgrass SubliJet UHD Sublimation Ink for Sawgrass SG500 & SG1000 - Magenta - Regular Capacity Cartridge (31ml) • Amazon Business $75.00 2 $150.00

Sawgrass Sublimation Ink for SG1000 SubliJet UHD Ink- 70mL Black Extended Inkjet Printer Cartridge for Transfer 609231 • Amazon Business $122.99 1 $122.99

Sawgrass Sublimation Ink for SG1000 SubliJet UHD Ink- 70mL Yellow Extended Inkjet Printer Cartridge for Transfer 609234 • Amazon Business $116.70 1 $116.70

A-SUB Sublimation Paper 11x17 Inch 110 Sheets ONLY Compatible with Sublimation Printer and Sublimation Ink 125g • Amazon Business $32.24 3 $96.72

Sawgrass Sublimation Ink for SG1000 SubliJet UHD Ink- 70mL Cyan Extended Inkjet Printer Cartridge for Transfer 609232 • Amazon Business $89.89 1 $89.89

PYD Life 12 Rolls 0.8 Inch x 108 Ft Sublimation Blanks Thermal Tape,Heat Tape,High Temp Tape,Up to 250 C(480 F) for Tumbler Sublimation Print,Heat Transfer Tape,Heat Vinyl Press Tape • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99

Materials cost			$1,365.24
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$81.91
3rd party payment processing fee			$20.48
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$1,497.63
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$264.29
Total project goal			$1,761.92
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$1,761.92
1 Donor			-$748.82
Donations toward project cost			-$748.82
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$0.00
match offer			-$880.95
Match offer toward project cost			-$748.81
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$132.14
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$132.14
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Sublimation Supplies for Student Generated Art

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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