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Past projects 11

• Color Makes the World Go Round

  Funded Dec 4, 2024

  Thank you so much for all the goodies. My children love the Pattern blocks the most. Pattern blocks are excellent for my PreK students because they provide a hands-on way for them to explore basic geometric shapes, colors, spatial relationships, and patterns, while also developing fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and creativity through open-ended play and manipulation of the blocks.

  My children can easily identify and name different shapes like triangles, squares, hexagons, rhombus, and trapezoids by manipulating the blocks while making beautiful designs.

  Thank you again for all that you do!!!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Menzies

  This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community and 4 other donors.

• A Rich Sensory Experience is All I Need

  Funded Oct 31, 2024

  Thank you for giving my children the opportunity to play hands on!

  It truly helps them stimulate the creative centers in their minds. My children may not always have the words to say exactly how they are feeling, but molding the dough and the sand lets them express themselves without needing the vocabulary to do so.

  Also, my children with ADHD often have difficulty staying focused and paying attention. Playdough is a quiet activity that requires children to sit still, which can help them focus for longer periods of time. It's a great way to help them improve their concentration. The repetitive motions of kneading the dough or sand has a calming effect on their brain, helping them to focus on the task at hand.

  They are having so much fun thanks to you!!!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Menzies

  This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community & an Anonymous Partner and 3 other donors.

• Catch Me If You Can

  Funded Sep 23, 2024

  Yesterday when I brought my children to the playground, everyone was curious and wanted to know what was in the green bag I was carrying.

  I surprised them with the Velcro Ball and Catch Game. The smiles on their faces were priceless!

  This game is a great way to teach my kids how to play catch. It's excellent for learning hand eye coordination for catching and throwing. It also helps level the skill gaps for different abilities keeping it fun and enjoyable.

  One student, who has never caught a ball in his entire life did for the first time!! The game definitely ensures that every child succeeds at a simple game of catch that we can play indoors or outdoors.

  Thank you again!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Menzies

• Feed Me Energy!

  Funded Aug 14, 2024

  Thank you so much for your support!

  We stated the After School Program yesterday and the kids were SO excited when I took out the box of snacks.

  These snacks are great! They will get us through the workday because they help maintain our energy levels by providing a small burst of fuel between meals and keeping hunger at bay. This will significantly improve our focus and productivity.

  The amount of snacks we received will definitely last us until Winter Break!

  Thank you again for your generosity!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Menzies

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Gates Foundation and one other donor.

• Board Games for Kids That Make Math Fun!

  Funded May 15, 2024

  Let the games begin!!

  Our Monopoly Junior Games have arrived!

  We are so excited to play. The children will learn how to pass Go, buy fun properties like an ice cream parlor, and collect rent. The kids will especially love the excitement of having their own money!

  Thank you again for your generosity. It's an effective tool for teaching my children important money lessons. From budgeting and investing to risk management and negotiation. Monopoly can help my students develop the financial literacy and life skills they need to succeed in the future.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Menzies

  This classroom project was brought to life by Young Sheldon on CBS and 2 other donors.

• Solve The Puzzle

  Funded May 22, 2024

  WE ARE HAPPY TO ANNOUNCE THE PUZZLES HAVE ARRIVED!!

  These simple puzzles are helping my children develop finger strength, perseverance and problem-solving skills. They are having so much fun turning, flipping, sliding and wriggling the pieces into position. The best thing about the puzzles is that they are not too easy or too hard to solve.

  The smiles on their faces was priceless when they entered the room and saw the packages. They didn't know which one to tackle first!

  Thank you so much for your generosity!!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Menzies

  This classroom project was brought to life by Oak Foundation and 3 other donors.

• Color My World!

  Funded Jan 19, 2024

  Thank you for giving my children the opportunity to color!

  It truly helps them stimulate the creative centers in their minds. My children may not always have the words to say exactly how they are feeling, but coloring lets them express themselves without needing the vocabulary to do so.

  Also, my children with ADHD often have difficulty staying focused and paying attention. Coloring has been a great way to help them improve their concentration. The repetitive motions of coloring has a calming effect on their brain, helping them to focus on the task at hand.

  They are having so much fun thanks to you!!!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Menzies

  This classroom project was brought to life by Someone who cares about New York City and 2 other donors.

• Show What You Know!

  Funded Dec 30, 2023

  My students LOVE the reusable LCD Writing Tablets. Thank you so much for donating!

  When it comes to active engagement, nothing beats these LCD Writing Tablets.

  They are so effective!

   You can use them to engage every child in every single lesson.

   Minute by minute, you'll know exactly who's grasping the concepts and who's not.

   Students love them because they're fun, and mistakes made are easily brushed away.

   They are way better than dry erase boards because there is no need for erasers or paper towels. And more importantly, no more dried out markers!

   No need to worry about technology failing when you need it most.

   No advanced prep! Just pass them out and let the learning begin!

  Thank you again for your generosity!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Menzies

• Snacks to Get Through the School Day

  Funded Dec 27, 2023

  In order to function effectively, your body requires a variety of carbohydrates, proteins and minerals. To get all the nutrients that improve mental functioning, nutritionists suggest eating snacks,

  THANK YOU for helping my students stay motivated after a LONG day at school.

  Spending six consecutive hours doing rigorous intellectual work with only one small break for lunch. Then, you spend a few more hours continuing to work. It's hard for us as adults, therefore you could imagine how hard it is for a child.

  My students are enjoying each and every snacks as they continue to work through the day! You are truly appreciated!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Menzies