Mrs. Bowens-Belle's Classroom Edit display name

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Past projects 12

• Strive to Thrive

  Funded Dec 30, 2024

  My scholars and I can't thank you enough for your generosity in helping this project get funded. The materials in this project have truly made such an impact on my scholars, more than you can imagine.

  Having a weighted stuffy has provided such a comfort to them. Not only is it their reading "buddy", but it's their new found confidence. They can whisper to him if they feel they need help with something. We have even had a name party for him, in which all of my students had the opportunity to pick a name for him. They are overjoyed by Diggy!

  The incentives have also helped give my scholars the opportunity to look forward to something after completed their punch cards. We all love a little prize.

  Without these awesome magnets, their charts weren't able to be displayed in such an organized fashion. These have helped strategize our room so much.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Bowens-Belle

• Book It and Bind It

  Funded Nov 13, 2024

  I'd like to thank you all for your generous donations towards this project. It has truly changed my scholars outlook on learning.

  This project allowed for my scholars to create their own books, right at the hands of themselves. They are truly amazed at the possibilities of their own work.

  They have a place to create books using their own work and then store it to go back to. In a sense, they have created their own library. But none of this would be possible without the generosity of all of you, and for that, we are forever grateful.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Bowens-Belle

  This classroom project was brought to life by Owala and 2 other donors.

• Yearning for Learning

  Funded Aug 25, 2024

  I'd like to thank you all again, for your generous donations. They have impacted my scholars lives more than you could. imagine.

  When they first saw these new additions to their room, they were so amazed at how it has changed the look and abilities to them. The bookshelf provided an opportunity for them be able to bookshelf on their own. With the shelf being at a reasonable height, it is perfect for them to peruse the books.

  The binders have allowed me to organize their books by group, making things run smoother and be much more easily accessible. The lamp has added an ambiance to the room, creating a soothing learning environment.

  Thank you for creating a space for my scholars that allows them to work outside of the box.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Bowens-Belle

• Sit and Read With Me!

  Funded Dec 28, 2023

  My students were absolutely ecstatic to receive each and everyone of these items. From the shelf, to the drivers boards, to the incentive prizes.

  The bookshelf literally meets them where they are and makes book shopping and browsing so much easier and much more fun for them.

  The dry erase boards gives them an opportunity to show their work to their peers, which they are so proud of and it allows me the opportunity to teach on a wide spectrum. These boards suit all of us in so many ways.

  The incentives is a fun way to incorporate phonics and we are beyond grateful.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Bowens-Belle

• Visible Reading

  Funded Dec 13, 2023

  My students have never been happier to receive such amazing materials. The bookseller has allowed for all of their books to be displayed, while being at a reasonable reach for the to comfortably shop. They are beyond ecstatic to have this independence with something suitable for them.

  When they first saw these supplies, it was an overwhelming look of happiness on their faces that I wish I would've captured on video. They all replied "Is that for us?". They were simply overjoyed.

  With these new materials, I plan to allow the students the opportunity to utilize them and feel comfortable doing so.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Bowens-Belle

• Today a Reader, Tomorrow a Leader!

  Funded Sep 29, 2022

  I'd like to thank you all for your generous contributions. These materials have really helped my students have access to materials they need in order to thrive.

  While using the decodable books, they are able to feel like they have texts on their level, without feeling frustrated and overwhelmed.

  When they first saw these books, they were in disbelief that they were actually texts they could read and related to them.

  Once they saw the literacy games, they were in shock they this was a tool they could use to have fun AND learn. It's really opened their eyes to learning success.

  Thank you all, again!”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Bowens-Belle

  This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Classroom Supporter and one other donor.

• Today a Reader, Tomorrow a Leader!

  Funded Aug 15, 2023

  I'd like to thank you all for your generous contributions. These materials have really helped my students have access to materials they need in order to thrive.

  While using the decodable books, they are able to feel like they have texts on their level, without feeling frustrated and overwhelmed.

  When they first saw these books, they were in disbelief that they were actually texts they could read and related to them.

  Once they saw the literacy games, they were in shock they this was a tool they could use to have fun AND learn. It's really opened their eyes to learning success.

  Thank you all, again!”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Bowens-Belle

  This classroom project was brought to life by The SONIC Foundation and 8 other donors.

• Learning at Ease

  Funded Apr 27, 2023

  First, I'd like to thank all of my donors. These materials have really impacted the way my scholars look at entering a classroom, learning and feeling comfortable in their environment, while having the resources needed to help them succeed.

  When my students saw all of the new things added, they were absolutely amazed. Most amazed to know that all rooms don't have to look the same and coming into my particular room, meant learning whilst feeling comfortable in a tranquil environment. Having their own decodable texts, that they are able to read and use strategies to get through, without feeling frustrated, meant the world to them.

  Something as simple as having a rotating pen/pencil holder, made them feel like an adult. Using something so simple, yet so accessible for everyone to access with a simple turn.

  This project changed the perspective of my scholars, and we are forever grateful to all of our donors.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Bowens-Belle

  This classroom project was brought to life by Black History Month Partners and 4 other donors.

• A Table For You & Me

  Funded Aug 17, 2022

  I could've never imagined how much these materials would've meant to myself and most of all, my students. They were absolutely flabbergasted when they first saw them, and even more blown away when they realized they could write on the AT THE SAME TIME as working. They couldn't believe such a thing existed and they thought I was doing something wrong. It was such a joy to see the amazement in their eyes.

  Being able to have the accessibility of writing as they are working, without the need of stopping to take out a notebook etc, is pure ease. To have their work right next to them and be able to put their thoughts right there, on the table eases so much anxiety. They can literally think and jot.

  During our phonics lessons, we are able to break words apart, right there on the desk. We are able to use our sound boxes when we reach a tricky word to solve it, without having to take time to open notebooks,

  During sentence writing, we can all see their work and correct it as a group, being able to clearly view everyone's work.

  Anyone who has walked into my room LOVES the idea of this and thinks it should be schoolwide. I cannot thank the donors enough, for the funding of this truly amazing project.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Bowens-Belle

  This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Funder and 6 other donors.