Past projects 2
Empowering Our Students Through Literature
Funded Dec 3, 2024Donations to our classroom have made an incredible difference in the lives of my students. With the generous support of our community, I have been able to provide resources and opportunities that would not have been possible otherwise.
Thanks to these donations, my students have access to engaging and diverse books that spark their curiosity and foster a love of reading. For many, these books represent the first time they see themselves reflected in literature or explore new worlds beyond their everyday experiences. This exposure not only enhances their literacy skills but also encourages empathy, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the world around them.
Beyond books, donations have allowed us to incorporate hands-on learning materials and technology that make lessons more interactive and meaningful. Whether it is a science kit that brings experiments to life or access to educational software that supports personalized learning, these resources empower students to explore, question, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
The impact extends beyond academics. Knowing that others care about their education boosts students' confidence and motivation. When they see that people believe in their potential enough to invest in their learning, it fosters a sense of pride and belonging. This support has transformed our classroom into a place where students feel inspired and valued.
I am deeply grateful for the generosity of our donors. Every contribution, no matter the size, has a lasting effect on my students' education and future. Thank you for helping us create an environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.”
With gratitude,
Dr. Espinola
This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community and 2 other donors.The Colorful World of Glitter in ELA
Funded Mar 29, 2017When I first told my students that we had received a tremendous amount of supplies for our classroom from complete strangers their faces were perplexed. Questions sprang from each student; but why? Why would random strangers want to donate to us? I explained the genuine investment of adults in the world that wish to see young people succeed. I explained that they are important, so important that people are investing their money into their futures. I opened up the boxes of crayons, markers, highlighters, paper and other supplies before them and they exploded with happiness.
For the past few years I have been attempting to create an art station for students. With limited funds and being a young, fairly new teacher, the creation station was incredibly limited. After receiving supplies from Donor's Choose, my students were so excited to begin new art projects. Students used donated colored pencils and crayons to create "Black-out Poetry" that you can see in the attached photos. Students also created "Inside your head" projects to analyze character motivation in The Crucible. These supplies should last for much of the next school year and I look forward to watching future artistic creations unfold.
As summer approaches, I plan on dedicating the rejuvenation period to creating new projects. I am going to incorporate a revision activity using your donated highlighters to help students take active roles in the editing process. Student use donated paper to begin classes with warm-up writing activities. The opportunities are truly endless when I no longer have to worry about supplies but instead can focus on teaching. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.”
With gratitude,
Dr. Espinola
This classroom project was brought to life by Aspect Ventures and 4 other donors.