Past projects 22
Tchoukball and More for All!
Funded Mar 29, 2017There is so much to be thankful for in fulfilling this project request! The Tchoukball experience was met with excitement and fun. The Nok hockey tables brought about some unbelievable memories for me. I played this game in the 60's during the hours the playground was open. I had so much fun! I think my love of the game was infectious with my students. They were trying so hard to beat me, and of course I wouldn't let them.
The replacement crayons I ordered for next year came in handy this year with my primary classes.
I am always touched by the giving spirit of the Donors Choose contributors.
God Bless”
With gratitude,
Mr. VALENTINE
This classroom project was brought to life by Cards Against Humanity and 7 other donors.Three Sport Warm-ups for the Year!!!
Funded Aug 1, 2016This has been a great year for the our girls volleyball team. YES...OUR!!! Your generosity, compassion for those less fortunate, and down right "give a darn" has made your most recent gift of hoodies a blessing. Although we did not have them for the season, we have our softball season coming up in Spring and next year's volleyball team.
I plan on have the hoodies imprinted with our team name on the front with a volleyball player and on the back, the same logo with girls softball. Due to sizing and availability, I was able to secure plenty of hoodies for both teams. The 8th grade graduates will also have printed on the hoodies, "UNDEFEATED 8-0" 2016!!! Lastly, I will have a small "Thank you Donors Choose" emblazoned on the front/or back to show our life long appreciation for all the organization has done for the student-athletes I've worked with over the last 9 years!”
With gratitude,
Mr. VALENTINE
This classroom project was brought to life by DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation - Sports Matter and 4 other donors.Makin' A Splash!!!
Funded Dec 10, 2015What a grand celebration of your generosity for the boys and girls on the high school swim team! This program was started by a dedicated man that has made tremendous achievements in the aquatic competitive world in the mid-70's while in college. His commitment to the students has been matched with your dollars and belief in our young people. They can dare to achieve higher athletic goals as well as high academic goals and ACHIEVE them both.
The swim suit uniforms, goggle, caps, water polo balls and other equipment have served as an inspiration to these student-athletes. The possibility of a COED water polo team has been part of the discussion over the next few months. The girls are so excited that they have been stopping by the pool on a more regular basis wanting to get ready for next year. I can hardly contain myself!!!
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING!!!!”
With gratitude,
Mr. VALENTINE
This classroom project was brought to life by DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation - Sports Matter and 13 other donors.Serve It Up!
Funded Dec 4, 2014First of all, the spring program I run focuses on preparing the girls for fall volleyball. I explained to them why and how we came about receiving the great equipment. They did not fully understand, but were totally amazed.
I am grateful to have so many folks give from their heart and not just from their pockets to build all of my athletic and character building programs. Donors Choose is one of the greatest inventions of philanthropy I have ever seen.
I am eternally grateful to each every individual that donated to this project. I learned about this site during my first year of teaching and coaching in the elementary schools. I had NOTHING!!! Today, after teaching in 3 different schools, the Donor Choose footprint has been felt. I teach on the college level and pass on this website to every class for the past 5 years.”
With gratitude,
Mr. VALENTINE
This classroom project was brought to life by ESPN and 8 other donors.Starting Out a New Racquet!
Funded Aug 7, 2014Well, we are just in the middle of our Badminton Unit and the kids are really enjoying the sport. I am so thankful to all those that contributed to make this happen. As a teacher in a high needs school, I am proud to present those lifetime sports and activities they would never have a chance to play. It gives them options for the future in high school and memories of what they did in elementary/middle school.
Because of you and your generosity, these children will benefit from developing life-long recreational skills.”
With gratitude,
Mr. VALENTINE
Bump, Set, Spike...Gettin' Ready For Volleyball
Funded Aug 1, 2013What a blessing all of your contributions have made to the volleyball program at my school. We are impacting over 25 young ladies lives and over 250 3rd thru 8th graders. The training balls help with coordination and balance when serving, bumping or setting the volleyball. The knee pads truly complete the girls uniforms. They look down right professional! These items will prayerfully make a lasting impression on these girls. I hope that the impression is so great that they will look forward to giving back to the Donors Choose organization in the future. AMEN!!!”
With gratitude,
Mr. VALENTINE
Kin-Ball For All!!
Funded Oct 28, 2012Last year, I attempted to get a cheaper ball to play Kin-Ball with and that was a disaster! This year, through the generosity of those listed above made the purchase of an original Kin-Ball possible. This type of equipment is normally not seen or used in the urban school environment. The Kin-Ball has been around since 1986 and it is an awesome tool to help teach team work, cooperation and collaboration. This will be the first year that I will use it with 3rd and 4th graders. I think they will enjoy it more than the 5th through 8th grade students.
Again, thank you for thinking about others....like my students.
GOD BLESS”
With gratitude,
Mr. VALENTINE
Can You Lend Me Some Air?
Funded Apr 7, 2012What an awesome blessing! The multiple supplies that your contributions purchased for the various activities that I teach will continue to improve the students overall learning. The use of the stop watches during track and field competition. The electric air pump that will keep equipment in top condition. I am grateful as are the children that will get to use the equipment.
I want to encourage you to continue to support those who are less fortunate. Please be the angels of giving that you have been over the years to all of my projects. I am here to serve the children. And because of you kind and generous donations, I am able to enhance their lives one day”
With gratitude,
Mr. VALENTINE
Hey Coach...We Need One Small Part!
Funded Jun 6, 2011Thank you all for your donations and belief in what I try to do for these students! Sadly, I will be leaving my school after this year and seek to build another fantastic program with God's blessing and your gifting attitudes.
I look to receive the goods in the next week or so that I can finish the tennis season strong. I may have an opportuinity to use the new pieces during a five week "KKL" or "Keep Kids Learning" program.
If not, the new teacher next year will be able to take the tennis program to the next level!
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU”
With gratitude,
Mr. VALENTINE
Let's Build Our Skills!!!!
Funded Nov 29, 2010The Skillastic Basketball Game was an immediate hit with ALL of the students!!! They really enjoyed the challenge of each skill on the board. The teamwork and cooperation was phenomenal. The quickness in which the students picked up the concept and the skills demonstrated will helped them tremendously.
I really want to thank all those that took the time to view the Donors Choose site and make a financial commitment to the success of my students. I believe that your desire to assist those less fortunate to be a blessing.
Please enjoy the holidays (Christmas, Chanuka, Quansa, and others I may not know about)”
With gratitude,
Mr. VALENTINE