Flexibility for Firsties

Funded Sep 17, 2021

I can not thank you enough for your incredible generosity. It was wonderful timing to hear the news that my project had been fully funded right before open house night. When I told the parents they were so excited for this wonderful opportunity for their children. In fact one of the fathers talked about how there was not this kind of flexibility when he went to school and it was expected for students to sit in one chair all day. Another parent shared how she kept her child home for kindergarten and was so nervous for her 6 year old to start first grade for this reason. She didn't think he would sit all day. The parents reminisced together for a long time about how appreciative they were.

When I told the class the next morning there were lots of gasps and a few shreaks and most of the class jumping up and down. Why not allow them to show this excitement for learning by bouncing on a ball or wiggling on a wobble seat or cushion? This is what we can do now because of your generosity. Our classroom has become more inclusive and welcoming because of you! Thank you for giving these first graders such an amazing opportunity to start their school career in a positive light.”

With gratitude,

Mrs. Lonergan