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Ms. Julia from San Diego, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Teaching Skills One Shirt at a Time

Help me give my students the opportunity to learn how to screen print with Cricut!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Julia's classroom raised $445

This project is fully funded

My Students

Hello! I am lucky enough to transition skills to adult students with disabilities! My students have a variety of disabilities such as autism, schizophrenia, and intellectual disabilities. Many are non-verbal, and need 1:1 assistance from another adult. This group of eager minds is in a self-contained classroom that explores the community everyday to access Community Based Instruction to learn from the world around them.

My students are eager to develop skills that increase independence, self-advocacy, connection with the community, and access to the workforce.

Currently my students run a snack cart and a cafe in order to develop their vocational proficiency. They can take orders, handle money, cook, clean, and ensure proper safety measures. They are driven, silly, and incredibly inspirational. I look forward to developing more vocational opportunities so my students can learn a wide array of job skills including basic tech, screen printing, and banking. Thank you for taking the time to read about our class!

My Project

I am requesting a Cricut and accessories so that my students can learn to screen print. Cricut will take our transition program to the next level! My students are eager to learn new vocational skills, and Cricut can take us there. I look forward to teaching my class how to make shirts and stickers to sell at our Student Store using the Cricut die cutter, vinyl paper, and tools. Together, we will learn how to design, print, and sell art to staff, students and the community.

Donations to this project will help create artistic entrepreneurs skilled in the trade of die cutting.

By implementing this program students will increase their knowledge and success in the future by providing more vocational opportunities. Students can use this skill and create an Etsy shop, enjoy as a hobby, or utilize in the job market! Thank you for your consideration and support!

Ms. Julia Whittier 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.

San Diego, CA 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cricut Explore Air 2, Mint • Amazon Business $149.00 1 $149.00
HOMEST Lightweight Carrying Case Compatible with Cricut Explore Air 2, Cricut Maker, Cricut Explore Air, Ripple (Patent Design) • Amazon Business $32.65 1 $32.65
Cricut 2004336 Vinyl Value Pack, 40 Sheets, Variety Sampler Count • Amazon Business $28.00 1 $28.00
Permanent Adhesive Backed Vinyl Sheets by EZ Craft USA - 12" x 12" - 40 Sheets Assorted Colors Works with Cricut and Other Cutters • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Craft World 0.4 Tip Fine Point Pens for Cricut Maker 3/Maker/Explore 3/Air 2, Ultimate Fine Point Pens Set of 30 Pack Assorted Tools Accessories Writing Drawing Pen Compatible with Cricut • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
YRYM HT Clear Vinyl Transfer Paper Tape Roll-12 x 50 FT w/Alignment Grid Application Tape for Silhouette Cameo, Cricut Adhesive Vinyl for Decals,Signs, Windows, Stickers • Amazon Business $16.88 1 $16.88
Cricut 2006695 Tools Basic CORE Color • Amazon Business $13.00 1 $13.00
Cutting Mat for Cricut Explore One/Air/Air 2/Maker 3 Packs Cut Mats Replacement Accessories for Cricut (MultiColor for Cricut, Variety) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
JOYEZA Premium Printable Vinyl Sticker Paper for Inkjet Printer - 25 Sheets Matte White Waterproof, Dries Quickly Vivid Colors, Holds Ink well- Tear Resistant - Inkjet & Laser Printer • Amazon Business $10.97 1 $10.97
Tshirt Ruler Guide for Vinyl Alignment, T Shirt Rulers to Center Designs, Alignment Tool with Soft Tape Measure, Craft Sewing Supplies Accessories Tools for Cricut Heat Press HTV Heat Transfer Vinyl • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$314.46

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$28.77

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.72

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$377.95

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$66.70

Total project goal

$444.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$444.65

1 Donor

-$444.65

Donations toward project cost

-$377.95

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$66.70

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$0.00

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