Past projects 2
Independent Reading Books for Independent Readers
Funded Feb 9, 2022I cannot thank you enough for helping put diverse books in the hands of my students! Firstly, *any* new book that students can read, take home, and cherish is a huge deal. Add in characters and authors they see themselves in? Reading becomes magical.
Like students worldwide, these seniors had very little "real" high school experience due to the pandemic. Giving them tangible books and stories to escape the world for just a little bit has been life changing. I used to have to beg students to read and now I have to make waiting lists for popular texts and students are taking home several novels at a time.
As you know, we are facing so many unprecedented changes in our lives and communities--so many, in fact, that we can feel easily overwhelmed and even depressed. But your decision to support the future leaders of this country has made a real impact of the lives of my students. You let them know that this country cares about its future and values the lives and hearts of immigrant and refugee teenagers. I humbly thank you.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Burch
This classroom project was brought to life by Black History Month Partners and 11 other donors.Buy BIPOC Bookclub Books!
Funded Oct 13, 2021Because of your generosity, not only were my students able to read books THEY wanted to read, but they had their own personal copies of the novels to read and take notes with. When I passed out the books, so many students were awestruck. They are used to grainy, photocopied papers or shared texts. You made this year truly memorable, which is a feat in itself considering how little in-school memories have been made by this year's graduating class.
Students read their books in class and on their own. They then met in small bookclub groups each week to discuss what they read and what they predicted what would happen next. All bookclubs were student-led. The final Graduation Portfolio Project culimnated in a final literary analysis essay and student-led bookclub. 98% of seniors passed their project and are one step closer to graduation!
Thank you so very much for making this happen!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Burch