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The online auction went on for
two weeks. The response to this
project was overwhelming. Bids and
thoughtful comments came from all
over. Some were from families with
children who suffered from cystic
fibrosis, but most were from people
just wanting to help the cause. The
starting bid for each stool was $9.99
and by the time the auction ended
some went for well over $100. When
all was said and done we raised more
than $2000 for the Cystic Fibrosis
Foundation.
This art project touched my heart
more than any other I have ever
done as an art teacher. The positive
response from students, parents,
and, the community was overwhelming. The gratitude that was
expressed from families far and wide
with children who are living with
cystic fibrosis was more than I ever
could have imagined. Being able to
show the family who had lost their
child how much her classmates
and I cared was very meaningful.
Watching my students become so
engrossed with a project because
of its meaning was profound. Giving my students the opportunity to
use art to express themselves while
learning what they can do to make
a difference in the lives of others
made this project an experience I will always
cherish.
Materials
Wood classroom stools, sandpaper,
water-based primer, acrylic paint,
spray varnish, paint pens, adhesive,
and additional embellishments.
Tracey Power is an art teacher at Loveland
Intermediate School, Loveland, Ohio.
powertr@loveland.k12.oh.us
NATIONAL STANDARD
Students intentionally take advantage of the qualities and characteristics of art media, techniques, and
processes to enhance communication of their experiences and ideas.
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