Mrs. Van Nuland's Classroom Edit display name

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Past projects 7

• Magnetic Coordinate Grids for Math Class

  Funded Nov 13, 2024

  In my math classroom, magnetic coordinate grids have significantly enhanced both student collaboration and engagement. Students are able to show their thinking, graph different functions and quickly see the graphs of other functions that groups have graphed around the room. Students can use the graphs to solve different types of problems in Algebra and are excited about the magnetic grids!

  The use of magnetic coordinate grids also promotes standing and thinking, allowing students to move around the room as they engage with mathematical problems. By standing and interacting with the grid, students are encouraged to think critically and reflect on their problem-solving strategies from different perspectives. This physical movement supports active learning and ensures that students are not just passively sitting at their desks. The ability to see the problems evolve in real-time makes abstract concepts more accessible, helping students better visualize relationships between numbers and shapes. This dynamic classroom environment creates a space where students feel more connected to the material, each other, and their own learning process.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Van Nuland

  This classroom project was brought to life by Young Sheldon and 3 other donors.

• Apple Pencils to Show Thinking

  Funded Feb 13, 2025

  Thank you so much for your support in our math classrooms. Students will be able to show their thinking using the Apple Pencils and I will be able to provide real-time feedback as well. We appreciate your support in making math more accessible for all students each day! Thanks again.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Van Nuland

  This classroom project was brought to life by Herb Kohl Philanthropies.

• Calculating for Success!

  Funded Nov 8, 2023

  Thank you so much for the class set of calculators. All students now have access to calculators in my math class and the same type of calculator. This has helped our students feel more confident in their math abilities, even if they struggle with math facts.

  Thank you so much for donating to our school. We appreciate your continued support, especially helping students in math class. Students often have a hard time with math based on previous experiences. As teachers, we try to help students have success in math and these calculators have taken away barriers that some students have. Thank you again for your support!”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Van Nuland

  This classroom project was brought to life by General Motors & Young Sheldon on CBS and one other donor.

• Math Manipulatives for Thinking Classrooms

  Funded Jan 12, 2024

  Thank you so much for supporting my math classroom with the math manipulatives. We appreciate your support. We will use these materials to promote problem-solving and critical thinking in our classroom. Having these manipulatives will encourage reluctant learners to participate as well. Thank you so much for your support!”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Van Nuland

  This classroom project was brought to life by Herb Kohl Philanthropies and 2 other donors.

• Standing and Thinking in Math

  Funded Jan 12, 2024

  Thank you so much for supporting our math classrooms! Our students love working at whiteboards during math class. They show their thinking to solve problems at standing whiteboards around our classroom. Thank you so much for the markers and erasers to help us show our math thinking! We appreciate your support!”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Van Nuland

  This classroom project was brought to life by Herb Kohl Philanthropies.

• Transforming Learning with Magnetic Graphs

  Funded Jan 12, 2024

  Thank you so much for supporting my math classroom with the magnetic coordinate grids. My students love to work at the standing whiteboards to solve math problems. They will be able to work together on graphing problems now using these grids. Thank you so much! We appreciate all of your support!”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Van Nuland

  This classroom project was brought to life by Herb Kohl Philanthropies.