Past projects 12
Grab a Seat and Go!
Funded Dec 31, 2024We can not thank you enough for your generous donations toward the comfy chairs for our classroom! We would also like to thank supporters like Allison and Austin McChord who generously donated to complete the project.The children were so excited when the packages arrived and couldn't wait to try the seats out!
My students love small group, collaborative learning in a comfortable environment. These seats offer an alternative to sitting at their desks and allow them to work comfortably in small groups throughout the classroom.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness and generosity. These chairs will be enjoyed not only this year, but for many years to come.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Nugent
This classroom project was brought to life by Allison and Austin McChord and 8 other donors.Little Things Make a Big Difference - Part 2
Funded May 10, 2024Words can not express my sincere gratitude for your ongoing support and generous donations toward this project. As soon as my students and I said our tearful goodbyes on the last day of school, I was already starting preparations for next year's group of eager learners!
A new school year is a fresh start for everyone, and nothing brings more excitement to children than having a classroom full of new supplies just for them! New folders to help keep their work organized, new dry erase markers, brand new crayons in twenty-four colors, new work bags with their names on them...the list goes on and on!
Thanks to you and the Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation, who also supported this project by providing matching funds, I was able to obtain necessary items to help keep my upcoming students organized and ready for another successful school year.
Again, I can not thank you enough for your generous support in funding this project.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Nugent
This classroom project was brought to life by Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation and 5 other donors.Functional "Flip Chart" Cart
Funded May 23, 2023Thank you so much for your generous donations toward this functional flip-chart cart for our classroom! Although the package arrived just a few weeks before the end of the school year, our wonderful building maintenance personnel had it assembled and ready to use in time for this year's students to enjoy! The children were so excited!
What a difference this piece of furniture makes! The top easel stands up to allow me to easily display our CKLA flip book, keeping it balanced while I turn the pages. It is also at an appropriate height for children to access should they need to refer to the pictures. The back of the cart has slots to accommodate the charts for the domains when not in use, and I am able to store additional materials there as well. This will be a valuable addition to our classroom for years to come!
Your kindness and generosity makes a world of difference in the lives of teachers like me, and words can not express my sincere thanks.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Nugent
This classroom project was brought to life by SONIC Foundation and 10 other donors.Going Buggy for Insects!
Funded May 4, 2023Words can not express our gratitude for your kindness and generosity! The children were so excited as each package arrived at our classroom. After setting up the butterfly and ladybug habitats, the children were fascinated while witnessing each stage of the life cycle of these insects! It was more meaningful and impactful to witness it happening in real time as opposed to seeing it in pictures. The children also enjoyed going outside and capturing insects in the magnifier viewing cups. Even the children who were initially squeamish enjoyed it! Again, thank you so much for your donations!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Nugent
There's a Mouse in the House
Funded Nov 29, 2022Words can not express our gratitude for helping us acquire a classroom set of computer mice! It is so convenient to have them readily available whenever the children complete online work using Chromebooks.
Children sometimes struggle to manipulate the built in keyboard mouse on the Chromebooks, thereby slowing them down considerably when they are trying to input information into the computer. This is particularly frustrating when they are taking a timed online assessment or are completing activities such as timed math fact fluency practice.
These computer mice allow for easy navigation when clicking, scrolling, and selecting text, helping children feel successful and confident rather than frustrated. They have made a big difference in our classroom, and we are grateful for your kindness and generosity.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Nugent
This classroom project was brought to life by an Anonymous Classroom Supporter and 6 other donors.Little Things Make a Big Difference!
Funded Oct 28, 2022Little things really DO make a big difference in our classroom on a daily basis! I can not even begin to tell you what an impact your heartfelt donations have made. When these materials came in, the children were SO excited! At this age, they don't realize that consumable items in our classroom have to be replenished every year.
In the past, I have purchased materials for our classroom so the children have what is needed to make the day more organized and manageable. Sub par materials such as folders, dry erase markers, sheet protectors, etc., simply do not last and need to be replaced before the school year ends. I thank you for supplying our classroom with durable materials that will last until June!
In my spare time, I enjoy creating games which reflect the everchanging curriculum for use during independent work in center activities . The games I create target specific skills to reinforce lessons taught in the second grade curriculum. These hands-on learning activities require quality laminate pouches for durability, magnets, and Velcro dots which you have so generously provided to me.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your continued support and generosity.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Nugent
This classroom project was brought to life by Panda Cares and 7 other donors.Listen Up!
Funded Aug 23, 2022I can not thank you enough for your generosity in funding my classroom project, "Listen Up!" These individual headphones allow my students to use Chromebooks and listen quietly so as not to disturb others around them!
Whether it is listening to a story, completing an online assessment or enjoying earned "free time", my students are able to do so without bothering others who may be working on other activities. The headphones also keep outside noise at bay, so those who are using them are not distracted by others around them either! It is a "win win" situation for all!
All of the student in our classroom benefit and enhance their learning while using these headphones. Students who are easily distracted especially benefit, as they are able to focus on the task at hand and not be distracted by whatever activities are happening around them.
Again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness and generosity.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Nugent
This classroom project was brought to life by SONIC Drive-In and 3 other donors.Eating With Soft Seating!
Funded Nov 30, 2021I can not thank you enough for your generous donations toward my project to get these easy to carry cushioned stadium seating pads for the children in my classroom.
I think it is extremely important for children to get as many mask breaks as possible throughout the day during this time in their lives. We go outside every morning for our daily snack/mask break regardless of the weather! We are fortunate enough to have a covered area just off the back of our school which protects us from the elements.
In the past, the children brought in beach towels from home which they carried to and from this area for snack time. They were bulky, difficult to carry, and some children would forget to bring one in from home or would accidently leave it in the classroom. Not anymore! These hand held cushions are easy to carry with their little cut out handle holds. The padding is not only more comfortable to sit upon than a beach towel, but it is warmer too! They store easily on a shelf in the room and the children no longer need to bring in a beach towel from home. Plus, they're fun to sit on!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Nugent
This classroom project was brought to life by #TeachHealthy with Nature Made and 3 other donors.Calming Cloud Covers for Classroom Lights
Funded Oct 4, 2021Thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting our classroom! We were thrilled when these light covers arrived, and we immediately noticed a difference once they were put into place!
Our classroom has always been a wonderful place to be, but it is now even better without the glare of bright fluorescent lights. These cloud covers create a softer, warmer and more relaxing atmosphere in our room. When we look up, it appears we are seeing the beautiful blue sky through skylights!
People like you make a difference in children's everyday lives by supporting projects like this. These have not only made a difference for the children in our classroom this year, but will do so for others for many years to come!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Nugent
This classroom project was brought to life by #TeachHealthy with Nature Made and one other donor.Print...Don't Sprint!
Funded Sep 5, 2021Thank you so much for your generously supporting our classroom and the wonderful children in it!
Having a color printer in our classroom helps so much during our daily learning. It allows me to immediately print the children's computer generated stories and illustrations. The children get so excited when they see their work come to life right before their eyes!
I continue to be amazed at people's support and generosity. This will enrich the lives of children in my classroom for years to come and it is deeply appreciated.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Nugent
This classroom project was brought to life by Kleenex® Brand and one other donor.