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Goal

The primary purpose of this project is to equip our art classroom with essential watercolor supplies—professional-grade watercolor paper, a variety of paintbrushes, and a sturdy drying rack—to ensure all students have reliable, high-quality materials. This request will address the resource gap and create an environment where every student can engage confidently in watercolor art.

This project supports the following learning goals:
● Technical Mastery: Develop proficiency in watercolor painting techniques (wash, wet-on-wet, layering, detail work).
● Creative Expression: Encourage experimentation with color theory, composition, and mixed media.
● Fine Motor Skills & Executive Function: Strengthen hand-eye coordination, planning (sketch → paint → dry), and time management as students sequence their work and manage drying times.
● Artistic Vocabulary & Critique: Promote critical thinking through peer critiques and reflection on process and final pieces. 

 

Category

School supplies - Markers, paints, paper, crayons, clay, pencils, sharpies, modeling dough, etc. 

 

What will be done with my students

Curriculum Integration:
● Demonstrations: Weekly mini-lessons on fundamental watercolor methods, using new supplies to model best practices.
● Guided Practice: Structured studio sessions where students complete step-by-step exercises (e.g., graded washes, controlled edges).
● Independent Projects: Themed assignments (landscapes, still-life, abstract color studies) allowing students to apply skills creatively.
● Exhibition Preparation: Selection and matting of standout pieces for display on our enclosed outdoor bulletin boards.

Student Involvement:
● Material Care Workshops: Teach proper brush cleaning, paper storage, and rack organization to foster responsibility.
● Peer Teaching: Advanced students mentor peers during technique stations, reinforcing leadership and collaborative learning.

Meeting Student & School Needs:
● Equitable Access: Ensures all students, regardless of background, have consistent access to age-appropriate art materials.
● Classroom Efficiency: The drying rack reduces work-in-progress clutter, maximizes table space, and accelerates turnaround between projects.
● Enhanced Instruction: Reliable materials allow lessons to proceed smoothly without interruptions for makeshift solutions. 

 

Benefits to my students

Student Improvements & Changes:
● Skill Development: 90% of students will demonstrate improved watercolor technique in at least three distinct methods (e.g., smooth washes, controlled edges, color blending) by the end of the year
● Increased Engagement: Students’ on-task studio time will rise by 25%, as measured by teacher observations and time-logs.
● Positive Attitudes: Student self-assessments will show an increase in confidence and enjoyment in art class.

Measurement of Outcomes:
● Rubric Assessments: Pre- and post-unit rubrics evaluating technique, composition, and craftsmanship on student artwork.
● Time-Tracking Logs: Weekly records of active painting time versus idle time, maintained by students and verified by the instructor.
● Surveys & Reflections: Anonymous student surveys and written reflections gauging confidence, enjoyment, and perceived growth.
 

 

Budget Narrative

By investing in high-quality watercolor paper, brushes, and a drying rack, this project will transform our art program—fueling technical growth, fostering creativity, and strengthening student ownership of their learning environment.

Items will be purchased with Amazon and Blick Art Supplies 

 

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