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Ms. Rivera's Classroom

  • Wayside Elementary School
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Nearly all 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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  • Digitizing IEPs and Student Work for Better Educational Outcomes

    Funded Feb 12, 2025

    The scanner has been an incredible addition to my classroom, making it much easier to digitize student work for portfolios and IEP documentation. Many of my students have learning disabilities, and having their work in a digital format allows me to track progress more efficiently, share updates with parents and support staff, and provide students with a visual record of their growth.

    What excites my students the most about this new tool is how it makes their hard work feel more official and important. When they see their assignments scanned and saved, they take more pride in their efforts, knowing their progress is being documented in a meaningful way. Some students have even started asking to scan their work themselves, taking ownership of their learning in a new way.

    One student, in particular, has really embraced this technology. They struggle with handwriting and often feel discouraged when looking at their work on paper. However, seeing their assignments on a screen has given them a new perspective and a boost of confidence. It has also made it easier for them to receive digital feedback, which they find more engaging than traditional paper corrections.

    I am incredibly grateful for this scanner and the impact it is having on my students. It's not just about making record-keeping easier—it's about helping students feel seen, valued, and motivated in their learning journey.”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Rivera

    This classroom project was brought to life by Panda Cares.
  • Creating a Hands-On Learning Environment

    Funded Sep 20, 2022

    My students were very excited when I pulled out the tubes of kinetic sand. I placed plastic letters in the kinetic sand and students would dig into the kinetic and pull out a letter they found in which they would indicated what letter it was. For my older students I would ask them to also state the sound or find the letters to their name. The students found the activity to be fun. They really enjoyed the different textures of the kinetic sand. The activity was fun and students didn't realize they were learning.”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Rivera

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

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