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Mrs. Fernandez-Castillo from Miami FL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Transforming Spaces: Building a School Art Gallery With Display Panels!

Help me give my students a three-panel art show display to create an permaneny art gallery at our school!

  • 3 donors
  • $1,011 still needed

expires Aug 29

  • 3 donors
  • $1,011 still needed
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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

With the acquisition of display panels, we're embarking on an exciting journey to establish a permanent art gallery space within our school. These versatile panels will serve as the backbone of our creative endeavors, providing a platform to showcase the talents and visions of our students.

Not only will these panels adorn our walls, but they will also become a catalyst for learning.

Through hands-on experience, our students will develop crucial skills in organization and curation as they plan and execute seasonal art exhibits. They will learn the art of storytelling through visual mediums, weaving narratives that resonate with our school community.

Beyond their practical utility, these panels will breathe life into otherwise empty spaces, transforming them into vibrant hubs of artistic expression. What was once a mundane corridor or classroom wall will now serve as a canvas for inspiration and innovation.

As our students engage with these display panels, they will not only showcase their own artwork but also engage in dialogue with their peers and teachers, fostering a culture of collaboration and appreciation for diverse perspectives. Each exhibit will be a testament to the rich tapestry of talent within our school, fostering pride and a sense of belonging among our students.

In essence, these display panels represent more than just a physical addition to our school—they symbolize our commitment to fostering creativity, celebrating diversity, and nurturing a vibrant school culture. With these panels, we are not just creating a gallery space; we are creating a home for artistic expression and community connection.

Mrs. Fernandez-Castillo
Grades 6-8

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flourish MeshPanels Steel Three-Panel Display Wall - 5 ft, 3 Panel • Blick Art Materials $742.00 1 $742.00

Materials cost

$742.00

Vendor shipping charges

 $135.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.13

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$918.13

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$162.02

Total project goal

$1,080.15

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,080.15

2 Donors

-$60.00

Donations toward project cost

-$51.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.00

match offer

-$10.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$8.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.50

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 $1,010.15

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