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Mrs. Smith's Classroom

  • PS 106 Parkchester
  • Bronx, NY
  • More than three‑quarters 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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Past projects 7

  • Making Reading Magnetic

    Funded Jan 19, 2024

    Whooohoooo!!! I cannot thank you enough for funding this project. I know my students will find learning to read "magnetic" with these new letters and boards. These materials will really motivate my students as well as make reading and writing more engaging and fun.

    I can hardly wait until I let my students know of our good fortune.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Smith

    This classroom project was brought to life by Someone who cares about New York City and 3 other donors.
  • It Can Be All Fun and (Math) Games!

    Funded Feb 1, 2022

    Thank you so very much for all of the great math games!!! We absolutely love them. These games have made review, centers and small group instruction so much more enjoyable for my students. We are able to review and practice math skills and concepts in a fun way. The element of competition has encouraged students to learn their facts and concepts in order to "win".

    When these games were introduced to my students, they were beyond excited. They are motivated to not only learn the games, but to learn the skills needed to play the games. They are having so much fun, they don't realize they are learning and practicing math skills. You can feel the enthusiasm and joy when you enter the room.

    These games have truly been a game changer for my students (and for me). Center and group time is something we all look forward to. It really is a "win- win" situation.

    These games will continue to benefit my future students as well for many years to come. Thank you again for supporting my students and their education.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Smith

    This classroom project was brought to life by A New York City Parent and one other donor.
  • We Need White Boards!

    Funded Jan 25, 2022

    I cannot thank you enough for all of my new, shiny whiteboards and fresh markers. My students absolutely love them. These whiteboards have made small group instruction and sharing work so much easier. Being able to watch my students work through math problems with dark markers, on clean whiteboards provides me with valuable information needed to alter teaching as needed. This was especially so when teaching long division. Viewing mistakes as they happened really helped me correct misunderstandings on the spot. The rolling whiteboard has been a game changer when it comes to gliding around the room to provide reteaching and reinforcement. One of my classes actually voted on a name for the rolling whiteboard. The whiteboard is now known as R2D2 with that class.

    The best part is watching the joy on my students' faces when the whiteboards come out. They want to use those whiteboards for everything. They especially love choosing their favorite color marker. I especially love that a lesson does not get interrupted because I have to search for a marker that works.

    As the school year continues, we will continue to work together toward academic success. Whether it be a math lesson, group ELA assignment, or just simply a needed reteach of a skill, know that your donation has made our learning journey that much easier. Thank you again for your thoughtfulness and dedication to education."”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Smith

  • Snacks Needed

    Funded Jan 25, 2022

    I simply cannot thank you enough for your generosity in funding "Snacks Needed". With this variety of snacks, my students' focus can remain on learning. Snack time is no longer a project in itself with the students or myself scrounging for snacks. When it is clear we could all use a little more sustenance, we just head on over to the snack basket and grab a snack. Now students don't miss a beat. This was really clear while working together in groups. Rather than asking each other if they "could get one", their discussion centered on the math task at hand. Snack is now something they eat while they work, not the work.

    I wish you could see their faces when I first shared the snacks. I put a variety of snacks in a big basket for them to choose from. Their reaction priceless...a true shock and awe. I heard things like, "Wait, I could pick my own?"..."I can choose any of these?"... "Wow, Ms. Smith got good snacks." They love when that basket comes out.

    As the school year continues, we will continue to work together toward academic success. Whether it be a math project, group writing assignment, or just simply a needed reteach of a skill, know that your donation has made our learning journey that much easier. Thank you again for your thoughtfulness and dedication to education.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Smith

    This classroom project was brought to life by A New York City Parent and 3 other donors.
  • Help! We Need a Microsoft Surface Pro!

    Funded Mar 29, 2017

    Thank you for your patience. I did not realize that I never wrote a thank you note. However, the Microsoft Surface Pro has been a blessing to my classroom. My students, over the years, have become very adept in researching on our computer. We have also completed many activities using our Microsoft Surface Pro computer.

    Our favorite think to do is to play Kahoots! It is interactive and fast paced. My children share the computer during play.

    Once again, I would like to apologize for the amount of time it has taken me to thank you!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Smith

    This classroom project was brought to life by Aspect Ventures and one other donor.
  • Math Specialist Is Desperate for a Surface Pro 3

    Funded Jun 10, 2015

    THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!! Your donation of a Microsoft Surface Pro 3 and Microsoft Office software has been an amazing asset this school year. This computer is all that I hoped it would be and more. Its lightweight, compact design makes it easy to carry from classroom to classroom. I am also able to carry the Surface Pro to workshops at various sites.

    The Surface Pro 3 and Microsoft Office programs enable me to have student data accessible at all times. With the use of i-Ready data and class test scores, I am able analyze data in order to group students and differentiate instruction in collaboration with classroom teachers. In addition, I am able to generate spreadsheets with student data to share with teachers during grade planning and professional development sessions. These spreadsheets provide valuable information to teachers in planning lessons and group instruction.

    I am so excited to use the Surface Pro 3 this year. I know I will be a more efficient Math and Data Specialist this school year and years to come. Thank you again for your very generous donation.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Smith

    This classroom project was brought to life by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and 7 other donors.
  • Television Teaches Current Events!!

    Funded Feb 17, 2007

    Thank you ever so much for you very generous donation. I am beyond thrilled to be gaining these new resources for my classroom. I know my students will be ecstatic to have a television and DVD player right in their own classroom. Just the sight of these items will create enthusiasm and excitement about upcoming lessons. Again, thank you for your generosity and commitment to the education of my present and future students.

    Sincerely,

    Marla S

    P.S.106”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Smith

I am a Math Specialist in a Title One elementary school that is located in the Bronx, New York. My career spans 24 years in the same building. During that time I have taught kindergarten through fifth grade. For the past six years I have been assigned as a math specialist. This year my principal surprised me with the request that I also take the position of data specialist. Did I mention that there are over 1200 students enrolled in my school? I am a numbers person and love the challenge of analyzing our school's data. However, I really need a computer that is also up for the challenge!!

About my class

I am a Math Specialist in a Title One elementary school that is located in the Bronx, New York. My career spans 24 years in the same building. During that time I have taught kindergarten through fifth grade. For the past six years I have been assigned as a math specialist. This year my principal surprised me with the request that I also take the position of data specialist. Did I mention that there are over 1200 students enrolled in my school? I am a numbers person and love the challenge of analyzing our school's data. However, I really need a computer that is also up for the challenge!!

About my class

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