Past projects 6
Calm Seating for Focused Reading
Funded Sep 11, 2023The class was glowing with excitement when the scoop chairs were unveiled! It is pretty special that everyone in the class now has the opportunity to use a special chair during reading time.
The subtle rocking of these chairs allows students to fully engage in their reading. It really makes an impact for students to be able to lean back a bit and use their core as an alternative to sitting at hard solid tables or the uncomfortable floor. We are thrilled!
Your generosity has made reading time a calm and comfortable activity. And, as we know, the more kids read, the more success they have in many other areas of life!
Thank you for making a difference in the lives of students now and for their futures.
You are appreciated for your thoughtful gesture.”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Mazza
This classroom project was brought to life by Panda Cares.Food For Focus: Snacks For Growing Brains and Bodies.
Funded Dec 22, 2021It was a VERY exciting day when our VERY large boxes of snacks were delivered to our classroom!
There was cheering and many smiles.
My students are very grateful for the snacks that you have provided for them, and so am I. These snacks not only fill tummies during our read aloud time, but are instrumental in helping kids focus until lunchtime. Kids are now able to work to their full potential because they are focused on learning rather than hunger.
Your kindness has made a big difference in the lives of many. This donation is helping students feel successful in the classroom, and in turn will help them achieve their dreams in the future.
Thank you for your generosity.”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Mazza
This classroom project was brought to life by Panda Cares and 3 other donors.Show What You Know! Remote Learning Engagement
Funded Nov 25, 2020Your generous contribution of white boards, dry erase markers and erasers made a HUGE impact on student's ability to "show what they know" and to participate while school was remote! Students were able to write their ideas and responses on their whiteboards during Zoom instruction, but were also able to use their whiteboards to practice math and writing.
Students were so excited to have these tools, and they felt really special when they received their new supplies.
We even used these items to play fun learning games virtually, such as "Guess My Letter" and "Describe The Animal!"
Thank you so much for making our virtual education a more interactive experience!”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Mazza
Focus More With Wobble Chairs!
Funded Nov 12, 2018Your gracious donation had done a world of good for 19 second graders who need to "wobble a little" as they learn. We were borrowing one wobble chair from another classroom, and it was tiny (made for kindergarten/preschool students). Students were so excited to see wobble chairs had arrived in just their size!
I have since implemented flexible seating in my classroom, which allows students to choose their seating each day. The wobble chairs are a popular choice!
The fact that students use their core to balance while they learn, helps them focus and concentrate.
Thank you for this generous donation, which has made a positive impact in our classroom!”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Mazza
Bounce a Little, Learn a Lot!
Funded Nov 16, 2017Our classroom community is really appreciating our new balance chairs! These chairs strengthen trunk muscles and core while students use the chairs during class. These chairs are especially helpful for students that are naturally more active as these balls require students to engage muscle groups while "sitting." The students who "fidget" have greatly improved focus when they are sitting on a balance chair.
The morning that the class walked in the door and saw the new stability chairs at the tables, they were all smiles! This donation has truly been a gift for my students who face challenges each day, such as poverty and instability. They now have a classroom where they have the opportunity release their stresses by being comfortable at their desks.
I recently hosted another second grade class in my room, and their first reaction upon entering was, "You're so lucky! You have cool chairs!"
Your generosity has given so much to the students in my class, and we appreciate your kindness each day when we take our seats! Thank you for improving our classroom community.”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Mazza
Balance Chair: Move a Little and Learn a Lot!
Funded Dec 31, 2016Wow! The balance chairs that you have provided for this class have been even more beneficial than I could have imagined.
After I read what the kids wrote on their thank you cards, I realized how much they appreciate the opportunity to use the balance chairs and what a difference these chairs have made in the daily success of each student.
Since we have six chairs, the chairs rotate each week, so 6 kids per week get to use a chair. I often notice students counting down the days on the calendar in order to determine which week they will get a balance chair! These chairs are a hot commodity!
Your generosity is greatly appreciated by this amazing group of second graders!”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Mazza