Past projects 2
Z Is for the Zany Zebra Classroom
Funded Aug 5, 2019Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your generous donation to our classroom. I was able to update all stools around my kidney table which are used daily for small math grouping and reading book clubs. My students loved the updated futon cover, and the comfy zebra saucer chairs. Your donations have helped to make the classroom a comfortable like-home feeling learning environment for my group of 22 third graders this year.
They love having flexible seating for learning and working each day!”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Snapp
This classroom project was brought to life by Neukom Family Foundation and 3 other donors.Mrs. S's Snazzy Classroom
Funded May 31, 2017Thank you so very much for investing in my students. We received our 3 new table and chair sets with your donation shortly after our school year began. We purchased one tall table with stools which is coveted by all of my children, a stainless steel table that is perfect for small group work and projects--standing while working, and a retro black table with four matching chairs.....My classroom is now a comfy, cozy learning place where students can fully engage in their learning activities in ways that they learn best. In addition to the 3 new tables that you helped us purchase, we have a traditional desk pod, a futon, fitness balls to sit on, and a large carpet with pillows. Each month students choose where they want to sit, and then during our workshops (reading, math, and writing) which is a huge chunk of our every day they leave their chosen seats to choose other comfortable seating within our classroom to focus on small group and independent learning.
I have been a teacher for 17 years, and have always had traditional seating and desks in my room, but after researching on differentiated seating, talking to other teachers who've done it, and reading teacher blogs about the positive benefits of having multiple furniture choices/allowing students to choose their spot, I knew it was something I had to try for them!
My students are over the moon excited, and I have seen an increase in engagement during work time. They enjoy being extra comfortable in their learning environment, and having personal choice in where to work! Thank you again for helping my Snazzy classroom, and giving to these awesome students in such a positive, fun, innovative way! YOU ROCK!!”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Snapp