Past projects 25
First Grade Essentials
Funded Jul 17, 2023The supplies you provided our classroom have been an incredible help! On the first day of school, we were fully equipped with everything we could possibly need to start the year. We had plenty of crayons, markers, etc. to make our classroom run smoothly!
When we begin the year, students are actively learning how our classroom is organized, how we expect items to be cleaned, and how to use all of our classroom materials. Having adequate materials makes the process of setting up routines seamless! We were able to set appropriate expectations with the materials that you provided so that they last us all year!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Hummel
This classroom project was brought to life by Kleenex and 10 other donors.Hands-On Learning
Funded Feb 7, 2023We have had such a fun time with the materials you helped us get! As planned, I have been able to incorporate the toys from this project with the children who attend the after-school program. When the materials first arrived, I allowed the students to open the Amazon boxes; their squeals of joy as they saw the new materials brought such joy to our classroom!
Students have had such fun exploring, building, and working together with the new toys. The "fort building kit" has been a great opportunity for students to develop basic engineering skills. They use problem-solving skills to build a life-size fort. They feel such pride when they are successful! The marble track is another popular toy from this project. They get such a thrill when they build a complete marble track. Students are building a basic understanding of physics and spatial reasoning when they are able to experiment with these materials!
I am incredibly grateful that I am able to expose these children to new experiences with these materials. Thank you for making it possible.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Hummel
Classroom Supplies
Funded Jan 30, 2023Thank you so much for your generous contribution! I am blown away by your support. It feels so comforting to know that there is a community behind me supporting my classroom and my students. When students saw the new materials, they were thrilled to see that we have materials for their learning! We also have been using the mouse in our phonics lessons to make the lesson go smoother. It has improved their ability to learn and stay engaged in learning. By contributing to our classroom, you have helped students learn. I cannot thank you enough for your support.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Hummel
This classroom project was brought to life by Panda Cares.Classroom Basics
Funded Sep 16, 2021Thank you so very much for your generous contributions to our classroom! We were able to get a variety of basic supplies to keep our classrooms running smoothly. Laminating sheets allow us to keep our classroom materials clean and reusable. We use the neon-colored paper often to make our classrooms bright and engaging! Perhaps our favorite item from this order is the Theraputty! Theraputty is a putty that is similar to play-doh, but it is thicker and provides resistance to help build hand muscles in our students! This helps their fine-motor skills immensely, and in turn it supports our students in writing as well. We are so very thankful for all that you provide for us. Thank you.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Hummel
First Grade Supplies
Funded Aug 3, 2021Your donations to our classroom have already helped us immensely! We are well-equipped with all the markers, crayons, and glue that our little hearts desire! Students especially love the multicultural-colored crayons; we call them "skin color crayons." This simple addition to our classroom has given students the opportunity to illustrate themselves in a way that makes their diversity valued. It is truly beautiful to see students feel beautiful in their own skin and have the supplies to show that in their work. Students also love using the scissors and glue. Any cut/glue activity always has great engagement. I have seen major improvements in students' fine motor skills thanks to the child-sized scissors you provided for us. Thank you for your continued support for our little learners; they are already growing so much before my eyes!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Hummel
This classroom project was brought to life by Kleenex® Brand and 2 other donors.Learning to Read!
Funded Mar 16, 2021Thank you so much for your generous donations to this project! It was such a joy to receive the books in this project and to use them with students. These books were "phonics readers" that included simple words that students could easily decode independently. These books were an amazing resource to support students in building confidence and fluency in their reading skills! Books had really fun engaging pictures that the students enjoyed reading each day. Perhaps most importantly, the simplicity of these books made reading feel approachable to ALL students in my classroom, making them all feel like empowered readers! Watching students learn to read is such a joy, I am incredibly grateful for your contribution to this effort.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Hummel
This classroom project was brought to life by The Ned and Nathalie Fund and one other donor.Document Camera Bringing Learning to Life!
Funded Dec 1, 2020Wow, thank you so much for helping bring such an important tool to my classroom! The document camera that you provided has transformed my teaching in wonderful ways! It has made my virtual teaching feel more seamless, which has felt amazing when teaching students who are at home and at school simultaneously. The document camera has also expanded my scanning capabilities, which has made more materials available to students learning from home! It is an incredible teaching tool, the camera allows me to provide visual supports to students in writing, reading, and math. I cannot thank you enough for your generosity.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Hummel
This classroom project was brought to life by FamilyAlbum and 2 other donors.Supplies for All
Funded Sep 15, 2020It has been nearly two months since we distributed all of the materials that you all provided for our students and we are still reaping the benefits! We were able to provide boxes full of toys and learning materials for EVERY child in first grade at our school!
As we expected, out school year has been full of surprises! Many students were able to come to school for a few quick days of in-person learning. When students arrived, they were thrilled to see that they had a box full of materials at their desk! Students were able to safely participate in learning while also keeping their own set of materials organized. When our district quickly switched back to a virtual learning model, we knew that our students were fully prepared! We had already equipped them with materials necessary to participate in learning at home.
As we venture into the unknown for the remainder of the school year, our first grade team rests assured knowing that our students are well equipped for any learning model that we are placed into! Thank you for making that possible!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Hummel
Virtual Teaching Tools
Funded Aug 20, 2020I cannot thank you enough for your generous support for our online classroom. You speedy donations were able to support me and my class as we venture into this new world of virtual learning in first grade.
The headset allows me to hear students' voices more clearly. It has also allowed me to diversify the places that I teach from by allowing me to continue to speak with/hear students as I step away from my computer. The office chair has been AMAZING. Such comfort as I get accustomed to sitting all day while I'm teaching. I absolutely love having an external keyboard, it has allowed me to change the angle for my laptop while still being able to type comfortably. Last, the books are timely and the students love them!
Again, I cannot thank you enough for your generosity.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Hummel
Sustainability Project Supplies
Funded Jan 18, 2020Thank you so much for your contributions! Every time I meet with our “Green Team” I am so incredibly inspired by students’ passion for sustainability in our community. Many of them are aware of the need for improvement in the community and they are driven to educate their families and peers on this pressing need. By contributing to our project, you are supporting students’ creativity while also enabling them to educate others. We are now able to complete our project without limitations. I am extremely grateful for your support.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Hummel