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Mrs. Alba's Classroom

  • Kahaluu Elementary School
  • Kaneohe, HI
  • More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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Wobble for Wisdom: Supporting Focused Instruction

Help me give my students a focused learning zone! A table and wobbly chairs will transform small group work and close learning gaps for my students.
Mrs. Alba
Kahaluu Elementary School
Kaneohe, HI
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  • Inspiring Minds, One Classroom at a Time

    Funded Oct 22, 2024

    On behalf of my entire class, I want to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation of the Apple TV, headphones, and reading comprehension cards. Your support has truly transformed our learning environment and significantly enhanced our students' educational experience.

    The Apple TV has been a game-changer! It allows every student, regardless of their seating, to clearly see videos, engage with educational websites, and observe demonstrations on the document camera. This visual access has significantly increased student engagement and improved their understanding of various concepts. The new headphones have been a huge hit, providing an individual and focused learning experience for each student. They are particularly valuable for independent listening comprehension practice, iReady lessons, and art tutorials, allowing students to learn at their own pace.

    We've noticed a significant boost in confidence among our students, especially with the reading comprehension cards. These cards are differentiated, allowing students to work at their own level and practice the same skills with appropriate challenges. This personalized approach has empowered them to become more independent readers and fostered a love for learning.

    Thank you again for your incredible generosity. Your support has made a profound difference in our classroom, and we are truly grateful for your contribution to our students' success.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Alba

    This classroom project was brought to life by Hawai'i State Dept. of Ed and Marc & Lynne Benioff.
  • Carpets: A Gathering Place for Learning Targets

    Funded Nov 18, 2022

    The new carpets and the student desks not only put smiles on the children's faces but also opened up a new learning area for students to spread out when we're in small groups. The students prefer the soft carpet to sitting on their desk and always finds every opportunity to use the carpet when possible. Since the pandemic has had a negative effect on my students' academic abilities, I've really worked hard to make my instructional practices as effective as possible especially in math. Rotating small groups has reallly helped close the gaps and allowed me to personalize my instruction to meet the needs of the various types of learners. While I pulled a small group, another group worked on reviewed concepts on the computer (either at their desk or on the carpet ), and a third small group practiced hands on activities at the table. The rotation would last about 20 minutes and would be done several times a week.

    When the students first walked into the class after winter break, they were shocked and so impressed with the design on the carpet. Then smiles could be seen from ear to ear on all their faces. All they wanted to do is sit with their computers on the carpet and use the student desks. They take a lot of pride in trying to maintain a clean carpet by reminding each other to check their shoes before entering and some even volunteer to help vaccuum the carpet when it does get dirty.

    As we start preparing for the state test in April, we will be doing a lot of reviewing of learned concepts from the beginning of they year in both reading and math. Ususally it's in a game format such a Jepordy or they compete in small groups to see who has the most points.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Alba

    This classroom project was brought to life by Panda Cares.

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