Past projects 2
Ready to Read!
Funded Apr 16, 2024Thank you so much for your generosity in donating so many hands on activities and games to engage my students in learning! They were so excited when all of the materials came in. They kept asking questions about the new activities and could not wait to try them out. Each day during centers, they tried new hands on activities. I watched as their reading became more fluent, and as they engaged in learning new words.
By the end of last year, many of my students were reading on grade level and were blending new words fluently. It would not have been possible without your help! The students last year learned so much, but these materials will continue to be used by many classes to come to build those foundational reading skills to prepare them for the future. Thank you again for your support in building early literacy to ensure the success of these students!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Balius
This classroom project was brought to life by Carter's | OshKosh B'gosh.Calm Corner
Funded May 26, 2023Thank you for so much for helping bring life and joy into my classroom's calm corner! This year I was moved into a kindergarten classroom, and this calm corner has been essential. As my students learn how to manage big feelings, the calm corner gives them a space to process and calm down when they are feeling upset. They are learning positive ways to deal with sadness or frustration, while feeling safe and welcome in the classroom.
I have loved seeing my students who may be having a rough day feel better after spending a few moments in the calm corner! They will use the fidgets, coloring books, and stuffed animals to help them calm down and feel comforted. I have seen them practice their deep breathing to come back from tears. I am so proud of them, and it was possible because of your generousity!
Thank you again,
Ms. Balius and our Kindergarten class”
With gratitude,
Ms. Balius
This classroom project was brought to life by BAND-AID®.