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Ms. Bender's Classroom

  • Shaler Area Elementary School
  • Glenshaw, PA
  • More than a third of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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  • Creativity Explosion! Project-Based Learning Supplies

    Funded Apr 2, 2024

    Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our "Creativity Explosion!" project. The supplies you provided have made a big impact on my students' learning, especially in connecting with novels like Holes, Number the Stars, and Wonder.

    The tagboard and pencils are being used for creative projects like character maps and theme posters, helping students express their understanding in hands-on ways. The fluorescent light covers have transformed our classroom into a more calming, focused environment, especially benefiting students sensitive to bright lights.

    The Apple chargers keep our tablets ready for research and writing projects, so students can dive into activities like digital storytelling without interruptions. Plus, the staple gun and duct tape have been game-changers for creating classroom displays that boost student confidence.

    Your generosity has helped create a vibrant, engaging learning space where students are excited to learn and share their work. Thank you for making this possible!”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Bender

    This classroom project was brought to life by LOFT.
  • Proudly Display Student Writing

    Funded Nov 30, 2022

    Thank you SO much for donating to help students display their writing throughout the classroom.

    Students were so excited when they got to be a part of the unboxing of the new materials to spruce up the bulletin boards. After reading and discussing Number the Stars, students proudly displayed their final projects on the newly decorated bulletin board. Students also use the giant marker class pack to create art and illustrations to accompany their writing.

    I am excited to continue building on this by making more opportunities for students to display their writing in the classroom. Thank you for making my classroom more beautiful and inviting for students.”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Bender

    This classroom project was brought to life by an Anonymous Classroom Supporter and 14 other donors.
  • Cozy & Collaborative Seating

    Funded Apr 11, 2022

    Thank you so much for contributing to my classroom project. The students love using the flexible seating! It is often the first thing that they ask about when they walk into the classroom. The flexible seats have been especially useful for small group work. The seats help to create spaces throughout the classroom for students to collaborate while they're reading and writing together. They have also been helpful for students with specific sensory needs.

    Your contribution helped create joy in my classroom. THANK YOU!”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Bender

As adults, we understand that we need to feel safe and comfortable in our workspace to find joy in what we are doing. For students learning in my Reading class, it is no different. Flexible seating brings CHOICE, COMFORT, AND COLLABORATION into the school day as students strengthen their reading and writing skills. I currently have 2 yoga balls in my classroom for flexible seating. The first thing students ask when they come into the classroom is, "Ms. Bender is it my turn for flexible seating today?!" Access to flexible seating creates a classroom environment that is student-centered. Students are excited to focus reading and writing when they have choice in where and how they sit in the classroom.

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As adults, we understand that we need to feel safe and comfortable in our workspace to find joy in what we are doing. For students learning in my Reading class, it is no different. Flexible seating brings CHOICE, COMFORT, AND COLLABORATION into the school day as students strengthen their reading and writing skills. I currently have 2 yoga balls in my classroom for flexible seating. The first thing students ask when they come into the classroom is, "Ms. Bender is it my turn for flexible seating today?!" Access to flexible seating creates a classroom environment that is student-centered. Students are excited to focus reading and writing when they have choice in where and how they sit in the classroom.

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