Past projects 4
Aquaponics for All
Funded Nov 8, 2023I am writing with gratitude to express our appreciation for your generous contributions that facilitated the acquisition of an aquaponic fish and plant growing system for Jovita Idar Elementary School. Your support has been instrumental in creating a transformative learning experience for our students.
Since the installation of the aquaponic system, our students have been captivated by the symbiotic relationship between fish and plants, gaining a firsthand understanding of the delicate balance within ecosystems. The system has not only enhanced their scientific knowledge but has also fostered a sense of responsibility and teamwork as they collaborate to maintain and monitor the aquaponic environment. Beyond the classroom, the aquaponic system has become a focal point for interdisciplinary learning, incorporating elements of biology, environmental science, and even mathematics.
Your generosity has significantly enriched the educational landscape at Jovita Idar Elementary School, providing a dynamic and engaging platform for our students to explore the wonders of nature and sustainable practices. The impact of your donation extends far beyond the aquaponic system itself; it has sparked curiosity, ignited passion, and instilled a profound appreciation for the interconnectedness of life. Thank you for empowering our students with such a valuable and impactful learning tool.”
With gratitude,
Mr. Johnson
This classroom project was brought to life by General Motors & Young Sheldon on CBS and one other donor.Hydroponics for Kids
Funded Oct 31, 2023I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for your generous contributions that made the acquisition of a hydroponic system possible for Jovita Idar Elementary School. Your financial support has had a profound impact on our students and the entire school community.
Since the installation of the hydroponic system, the learning environment at Jovita Idar has been transformed. Students are now actively engaged in hands-on, experiential learning about plant growth, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture. We've even encouraged students to extend their learning outside of the system and create their own growing units inspired by your purchase as shown in the photos. The hydroponic system has become a living laboratory, fostering a sense of curiosity and enthusiasm for science among our students. Beyond the academic benefits, the hydroponic system has also allowed us to integrate lessons about environmental stewardship and the importance of making eco-friendly choices.
Your support has not only provided a valuable educational resource but has also contributed to the overall well-being and development of our students. We have witnessed increased excitement about learning, improved collaboration, and a greater sense of responsibility among our students as they tend to the hydroponic system. Thank you for making a lasting impact on the lives of the students at Jovita Idar Elementary School. We are truly grateful for your generosity and commitment to education.”
With gratitude,
Mr. Johnson
This classroom project was brought to life by United Airlines and one other donor.Biology to Physics: What Are We Capable Of Achieving?
Funded Dec 1, 2020Thank you so much for your amazing donation. Your gift is going to help support learning in both 7th and 8th grade. The models are absolutely fantastic and served as a great stepping stone to knowledge for the 7th graders. After all, studying what is 1. inside our bodies and 2. too small to see without a microscope, is exceedingly challenging for 13 year olds. However, with supports and scaffolds, the students are able to achieve new knowledge.
While the model is really cool and an important teaching tool, the wind turbine project is really what got the students going. This will be part of a larger project where students will learn to take recycled materials and use them in new ways to create energy. This is part of a larger, universal unit on energy and trying to create alternative ways to power our planet.
This is an amazing gift that, like it's purpose, can and will be used again and again and again to benefit generations of students. Thank you!”
With gratitude,
Mr. Johnson
This classroom project was brought to life by FamilyAlbum and 2 other donors.Big Explorations Of The Very Small
Funded Oct 20, 2020It has certainly been a whirlwind of a year, one that will remain fixed in our memory banks for years to come. For our students, however, this year has been one for the ages. Being in middle school is tough enough, but the Covid 19 pandemic has made for challenges and struggles never-before seen by children in our lifetimes. Your generous donation helped fund classroom microscopes for our classroom and what a perfect year to spend some time studying the very small. In fact, the 7th graders specifically study virology, epidemiology, and how to use microscopes to see and study that which was previously invisible...talk about timing.
When the announcement was made that classroom microscopes were coming to the classroom the students were visibly excited. If you know middle schoolers...that is the equivalent of them jumping up and down and screaming for joy. Students are always interested in things that break them out of the routine and predictable, and these microscopes certainly did that! In the past we had some extremely simple, basic microscopes (basically glorified magnifying glasses) and while those presented interesting learning experiences, the microscopes literally open up whole new worlds.
The best part about a a project like this is that they will literally benefit hundreds and hundreds of students for years to come. It's the gift that keeps giving as students advance their studies. Microscopes allow us to see not only things like bacteria and other pathogens, but also help facilitate understanding in physical sciences and engineering as students can break down and see the component structure and pieces of the materials they use in class. Thank you so much for your donation, you've made an extremely positive impact not only for this year, but for all the students that will study science at Idar in the future!”
With gratitude,
Mr. Johnson