Past projects 3
Cool, Calm, and Connected!
Funded Aug 13, 2023Thanks so much for the gifts and supplies that you provided my students this school year. We have been able to complete more class projects during our guidance lessons without having to share materials. The class pair of scissors allows the students to not feel left out or less than when they do not have materials of their own. The coping activities have also been useful for counseling! The kids were so excited to see more Kinectic Sand along with a variety of colors. Both younger and older students have been able to use it during our conversations. During our kindness lessons I have been mentioning how people in our community were kind enough to donate materials that they were using. It brought a smile to their faces to see our lessons in action.
We greatly appreciate everything!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Benton
This classroom project was brought to life by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and 5 other donors.Meeting Creative Counseling Needs
Funded Aug 13, 2022Thank you for your support at the beginning of the school year. With your help, I was able to create a welcoming environment not only for students but for staff as well. I leave the box of fidgets out for students to see as they walk by and it draws them in every day. No matter the age, students LOVE playing with fidgets! The posters around the room are placed in picture frames to give the room a warm, cozy, home-like feeling. Not only does it make the students feel better, but it makes me feel good as well.
The coloring poster is an absolute hit as well. My older students have taken it over and set aside time to create patterns for the younger students to follow. I can visibly see some students calm down when they have the opportunity to color on it.
Last but not least, I am most grateful for the motivational cards and stickers. There are times I do not get to see some students, but the notes help remind them that I am still looking out for them. My staff members appreciate them as well. I have been able to create such a warm environment within my school building thanks to you all.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Benton
Creating a Welcoming Counseling Corner!
Funded May 6, 2022Thank you all so much for contributing to our counseling office. Last school year when the materials arrived, students immediately noticed the increase in games and resources when they entered. Some of my 5th-grade girls were eager to miss their recess to spend time in my office and play games. This allowed me to continue conversations and check in with them informally. I was able to give some of my small group's notebooks at the end of our time together. This allowed them to continue working on the skills and strategies that we built during our group lessons. The resources provided definitely made my office feel welcome and more and more students were willing to come to me as the year wrapped up. I am truly appreciative of you all.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Benton
This classroom project was brought to life by Neukom Family Foundation and 3 other donors.