Past projects 5
Fluttering Together, Building a Brighter Future
Funded May 30, 2024The P 369K Butterfly Garden Green Wall has become a symbol of unity and inclusivity within our school community. By bringing together students with disabilities from various classes and levels of abilities, the project fosters a collaborative environment where peer mentorship thrives. Students work together, sharing their unique strengths and learning from one another. This inclusive approach has not only built a sense of community but also allowed students to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for each other's abilities. Additionally, the project has integrated social and emotional learning, helping students develop empathy, self-awareness, and relationship skills as they work together towards completing this school project.
The excitement and joy among the students are visible as they engage in this hands-on learning experience with the Butterfly Garden Green Wall. They eagerly check the progress of their flowers growing on the wall, taking pride in their contributions to the school community. This project has introduced them to wonderful vocabulary like "germination," enhancing their language skills while they learn about nature. Moreover, the frequent interactions and shared goals have significantly improved their social skills, as they communicate and collaborate with their peers. The sensory experience of touching the plants and seeds, feeling the soil, and observing the growth process has been particularly beneficial for students with sensory processing needs, providing them with a calming and engaging activity.
For many of our students, coming from an urban low-income school, opportunities like this are rare. The Butterfly Garden Green Wall has had a profoundly positive impact on students with disabilities, providing them with a sense of achievement and belonging. It has opened up new avenues for learning and personal growth, showing them that they can make a difference. This summer project is more than just a garden; it's a testament to the resilience and potential of our students, proving that with the right support and opportunities, they can flourish. The combination of social, emotional, and sensory learning has created a holistic educational experience that nurtures the whole child, ensuring that every student has the chance to succeed.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Dean
This classroom project was brought to life by Newman's Own Foundation and 13 other donors.Job Skills Through Gardening.
Funded Jun 8, 2023Thank you so much for your generous donation. Your generosity means everything to us and the community of students with special needs we serve. We know you have a lot of choices when it comes to donating, and we are very grateful that you chose to donate to our school butterfly garden project. From June 2023 continuing to today, your support of our school butterfly garden has helped me teach our students with special needs about job readiness skills, the environment, and mindfulness. Our students participating in the butterfly garden are more engaged, more attentive, and more motivated to learn. Your support to our school butterfly garden has made the process of learning a hands-on and engaging new experience. Many of our students have never before worked in a garden or engaged with plants. Our students have been encouraged to express their creativity, as well as demonstrate responsibility with nurturing the garden. The school butterfly garden has beautified the schoolyard of our school community which previously lacked any green space. The students have taken such pride in the butterfly garden, and have expressed how much they love the flowers. The students are so proud of the outcome of the butterfly garden now that the flowers have matured. The school butterfly garden has promoted a healthier lifestyle, relieved stress, and increased wellness among our students. Many staff members have also expressed to the students how just looking at the school butterfly garden in the morning promotes a sense of happiness and admiration for all the students hard work. Overall your support to our school butterfly garden project has strengthened our students' skills and built a stronger School Community. None of our success would be possible without generous donors like you. Thank you for your support and your belief in doing good. We simply couldn't do what we do without amazing people like you.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Dean
This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Supporter and 7 other donors.The perfect Gold Lions' shopping destination!
Funded Apr 13, 2023Thank you so much for funding our Gold Lions' School Store. The students were so excited the first time they got to shop at their school store. The student-workers job-readiness skills have developed tremendously over the past few weeks. The students are greeting other students, asking if student-shoppers need assistance, stocking shelves, and working the cash register. The Gold Lions' School Store is something that every student looks forward to earning each week and participating in this real life experience. The Gold Lions' school store has promoted more independence and responsibility among students throughout the school day. Our next unit will be focusing on making monetary change correctly. Students will also be working towards financial budgeting for the amount of school dollars they earned. We are so grateful for the ability to provide this learning project throughout the spring and summer semester because of your support.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Dean
This classroom project was brought to life by Charles Schwab Corporation.iPad for the Best Students Ever
Funded Mar 22, 2018My students and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your generous support.
The access to technology in the classroom makes learning more fun and engaging everyday. As their teacher, I am now able to create more individualized and adapted math lessons for my students.
My students are practicing everyday in collaborative groups during workstations. They are also practicing math skills and developing tech skills they would have never had access to before your generous support of this project.
Steve is especially excited about Math now since he can practice on his own. Kevin, enjoys giving responses with the iPad and his response is displayed on the SmartBoard to the entire class. In addition to his increased participation, he is building stronger peer relationships. Math class has become everyone's favorite class.
The entire class says "Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!" We appreciate your thoughtfulness and perfect timing!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Dean
This classroom project was brought to life by Verizon and 7 other donors.iPad Squared
Funded Mar 27, 2018My students and I thank you so much for your generous support. The access to technology in the classroom makes learning more fun and engaging everyday. As their teacher, I am now able to create more individualized and adapted lessons for my students. My students are collaborating in new ways during workstations and developing tech skills they would have never had access to before your generous support of this project. Jassia is especially excited about Math now since she can practice on her own or with her other classmates. Jordan, who's demeanor is quieter, is participating more than ever before. Jordan is able to give responses with the iPad and his response is displayed on the SmartBoard to the entire class. In addition to his increased participation, he is building stronger peer relationships. The entire class says "Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!" We appreciate your thoughtfulness and perfect timing!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Dean
This classroom project was brought to life by Verizon and 3 other donors.