Past projects 2
Engaging and Exciting Education
Funded Aug 8, 2024This is my first year teaching English to fourth and fifth graders. Your contribution has helped make my classroom a place where students learn the foundations of English and reading in a fun and engaging way. They are now able to learn in a kinesthetic and tactile way, thanks to you. Your donation also has increased their engagement because they have prizes and fun ways to engage in learning. Handwriting is a skill that many of my students who immigrated here need support with and there was a student who was reluctant to try writing until they were presented with one of the mechanical pencils that they were excited to use and own for themselves. The growth I have seen this year so far is astounding and the laughter and fun that we have while learning is greatly because of the supplies you donated. Lastly, in my first year in this new role I needed so many new supplies in order to prepare lessons for students who need high quality instruction to learn English and to not fall behind in education. I wouldn't have been able to afford these supplies without your help. I truly cannot thank you enough for supporting me and my students.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Dutton
This classroom project was brought to life by Governor Jared Polis.Fifth Grade Fun!
Funded Sep 11, 2023Thank you so much for funding my project. The games you provided for our class have brought so much joy to my students and made them feel so special. It has strengthened the community of my classroom by bringing kids together through playing games. During these games they make new friends, and build important skills such as sharing, taking turns, and critical thinking skills.
The prizes and calm corner supplies were what got the most excitement from my classes. They were in disbelief that all these items were for them! They were jumping up and down (my fifth graders are usually too cool to show excitement so this is a big deal) and it supported students to be responsible, hardworking, and kind because they were so motivated to earn these prizes. The calm corner tools help immensely because it helped me teach students to advocate for a break, acknowledge their emotions, and to know how to calm down in a responsible way.
The organization and mobility I can have as a teacher from the other supplies helps me show up as my best self every day and teach strong lessons. Thank you so much.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Dutton
This classroom project was brought to life by Panda Cares.