Vilona High School Science teacher Jessica Gardner understand how art and science are intertwined and uses this connection every day to inspire her students. A Thea’s Art Closet recipient, she recently shared her gratitude for for the program, and her excitement about upcoming opportunities.
“Education is not just about textbooks and tests; it’s about creating an engaging, hands-on environment where students can explore, experiment, and truly understand the world around them. With your donations, we are able to provide our students with essential materials that bring their lessons to life. From science experiments that ignite curiosity to art supplies that unleash creativity, Thea’s support has empowered our classrooms in ways that words alone cannot express.
Imagine a classroom buzzing with excitement as students work together to conduct experiments, building models, or creating art projects. These experiences are invaluable, fostering teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Your contributions have allowed us to create these rich, interactive learning opportunities that engage students in ways that traditional methods simply cannot.
This year, we set a goal to enhance our hands-on learning resources, and thanks to your generosity, we have exceeded our expectations. With your donations, we have purchased science kits, art supplies, and various materials, all which have already begun to transform our classrooms. Students are now actively participating in their education, and the joy of discovery is evident on their faces.”
Thea’s Art Closet can help build more classrooms like Ms. Gardner’s! On November 8, we will celebrate founder Paul Leopoulos’s birthday with “ArtFULLY FUNDED” where we fully fund Thea’s Art Closet projects. As a teacher, this is your golden opportunity to bring art-based projects to life with full funding support through Thea’s Art Closet. As a donor, you can support more classrooms like Ms. Gardners by making a gift today.
High school projects will receive up to $2500, middle school projects up to $1500, and elementary school projects up to $1000. Stock your classrooms with the art supplies needed for inspiring winter and spring projects. For everything you need to know visit the Thea’s Art Closet tab!