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Mrs. Reyes from Staten Island NY is requesting Art Supplies through DonorsChoose, the #1 classroom funding site for teachers.

We Need Help Unmasking Our Talent!

My students need decorations such as cutouts, balloons, masks, and beads to transform our auditorium into a Masquerade so they can shine like stars on stage!

  • $468 goal

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My Students

Students at our school are stars who love to perform on stage. They love to sing, dance, perform magic, do karate, and just have fun. My school is a multicultural, Title l School, with an extremely diverse population. Our students speak many different languages and many of the students receive free lunch. Twenty-four percent of our students have special needs with IEPs and many are English Language Learners. Our school is a Leader in Me school which is focused around Stephen Covey's Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.

My Project

These decorations such as masquerade masks, beads, and Mardi Gras posters will transform our stage and will help the students get into character and feel at home when they are performing on stage for their family and friends. Audience members will feel apart of the show by also wearing their masks and beads.

Among our talented students are dancers, singers, comedians, actors, gymnasts, and many other talents that will be showcased during our show.

They have their acts practiced and ready to perform in front of their classmates, parents, and loved ones. The only thing that is missing is the decorations that will transform our auditorium into a Masquerade Party. Our stage will include masks, jesters, a red carpet, and all audience members will be wearing their beads. The supplies requested such as paint and glitter will help to create these wonderful scenes on stage. Students will be excited to "Unmask their Talent."

Mrs. Reyes
Grades 3-5
Nearly all students from low‑income households

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This project will reach 600 students.

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
5x7ft Mardi Gras mask colorful poster photo backdrop High-grade portrait cloth Computer printed masquerade Backgrounds shu557360962 • Amazon Business $35.00 1 $35.00
Crayola Washable Paint, Assorted, 16 oz., 12 per Set (549718) • Amazon Business $34.32 1 $34.32
50 (Fifty) Pack of Mardi Gras Masquerade Party Feather Fantasy Masks(Assorted Colors) • Amazon Business $27.98 1 $27.98
Pinatas Mardi Gras Joker Pinata, Carnival Party Game, Decoration and Photo Prop • Amazon Business $26.09 1 $26.09
Elmer's Washable No-Run School Glue, 4 oz, 6 Bottles (E304) and a Plexon Metal Roller Pen • Amazon Business $19.78 1 $19.78
Scotch Storage Tape, 1.88" x 38.2yds, 3" Core, Clear, 4 Rolls/Pack (3650S4RD) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Mardi Gras Beads (144 PIECES) by Oojami • Amazon Business $16.79 1 $16.79
Mardi Gras Costume Props 4E's Novelty + Bonus sticker • Amazon Business $13.89 1 $13.89
Party Supplies Disco Ball DJ Lights - Sound Activated LED lights with Remote Control RGB Strobe Lamp Stage Light for Home Dance Birthday Bar Karaoke Wedding Show • Amazon Business $13.59 1 $13.59
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, Medium Point (0.7mm), Assorted Colors, 12 Count • Amazon Business $12.88 1 $12.88
Mardi Gras - Mask Decorations DIY Masquerade Party Essentials - Set of 20 • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Mardi Gras Masks & Glasses - Paper Card Stock Masquerade Party Photo Booth Props Kit - 10 Count • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Amscan Eye-Catching Mardi Gras Party Glitter Jester Mask Hanging Sign Decoration, Multicolor, 11 1/2" x 11 1/2" • Amazon Business $11.67 1 $11.67
Sequin Masks with Sticks (1 Dz) • Amazon Business $10.94 1 $10.94
Coceca 82ft Black Streamers Roll Black Crepe Paper Streamers, 6 Rolls, for Various Birthday Party Wedding Festival Party Decorations • Amazon Business $10.69 1 $10.69
Arlai Pack of 12, Gold shining plated party mask wedding props masquerade mardi gras mask • Amazon Business $10.59 1 $10.59
Ribbon Assorted Pack of 12 • Amazon Business $8.26 1 $8.26
Vibrant Mardi Gras Party Crown and Mask Swirl Ceiling Decorating Kit, Foil, Pack of 12 • Amazon Business $7.52 1 $7.52
4 ROLLS, PURPLE Crepe Paper Streamers 280 ft Total - Made in USA! • Amazon Business $7.50 1 $7.50
Fun Express Metallic Mardi Gras Fringe Curtains (1 Piece) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Fun Express Mardi Gras Metallic Fringe Table Skirt • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
6-Ply FR Gleam 'N Fest Festooning Garland (gold, green, purple) Party Accessory (1 count) • Amazon Business $6.97 1 $6.97
6-Ply FR Gleam 'N Fest Festooning Garland (gold, green, purple) Party Accessory (1 count) • Amazon Business $6.97 1 $6.97
Mardi Gras Fan-Burst Party Accessory (1 count) (1/Pkg) • Amazon Business $6.60 1 $6.60
Green Crepe Paper Streamers 2 Rolls 145 ft Total - Made in USA! by Dennecrepe • Amazon Business $5.98 1 $5.98
Beistle 57320 Mardi Gras Door Cover, 30-Inch by 5-Feet • Amazon Business $5.40 1 $5.40
Amscan Mardi Gras Mask String Garland Party Decoration, Multi Color, 12 x 3" • Amazon Business $5.24 1 $5.24

Materials cost

$361.60

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

State sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.42

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$397.02

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$70.06

Total project goal

$467.08

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $467.08

1 Donor

-$233.54

Donations toward project cost

-$198.51

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.03

match offer

-$233.54

Match offer toward project cost

-$198.51

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.03

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