Past projects 3
Help Add Color to the Education of Diverse Learners
Funded Dec 3, 2024The students and I greatly appreciate your contributions to our classroom. With the inclusion of authentic texts, the students are flourishing. Many are even applying the skills they've learned in their phonics instruction to create their own books! The opportunity to publish their work in color has significantly boosted their self-confidence, and it's truly heartwarming to see them beam with pride after doing so.
The integration of technology, such as wireless headphones, has empowered many of my students to become more independent in both general and special education settings. For example, one student was able to access a grade-level worksheet, discreetly listen to the sentence(s) before "reading" it back to a partner, and collaboratively complete the worksheet without assistance from a teacher. This achievement would not have been possible without the use of technology. Thank you for helping my students recognize their strengths and engage with their peers without feeling hindered by their challenges.”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Gagnon
This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community and 4 other donors.Dry Erase Tables for Diverse Learning
Funded May 4, 2022Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting my students. The addition of the dry erase tables to the resource classroom has had a tremendous impact on student learning. Engagement during lessons has significantly improved. Additionally, I am finding students independently accessing their strategies by using the dry erase tables as a resource. For example, students are writing out their high frequency and/or r-controlled syllable words on the table during phonetic-based reading instruction in order to pick the correct spelling before writing it on their paper. In math, students are using the tables to check their work. It is wonderful to see the students so invested in their learning. Thank you again for your support.”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Gagnon
This classroom project was brought to life by SONIC Drive-In and 10 other donors.Flexible Seating for Flexible Students
Funded Nov 4, 2018The addition of the Safco Products Zenergy Ball chairs has significantly impacted student learning in our classroom. Recently we did a penguin unit that incorporated a great deal writing, a task our students struggle with. Having the ability to sit/bounce on the Safco Products Zenergy Ball chairs provided the students with an outlet to channel the anxiety they feel when writing. Additionally, those students who have difficulty sitting still were able to move about without distracting their peers. In turn, every student successfully completed the writing assignments and produced incredible work!
When the Safco Products Zenergy Ball chairs first arrived at our classroom the students let out a shriek of excitement - they were beyond excited to try the alternative seating! These tools are used on a daily basis. We are all so incredibly grateful for your generous support in helping us create the best learning environment possible for all of our students.”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Gagnon