Ms. Machabee's Classroom Edit display name

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Past projects 7

• Calm Down Corner

  Funded Sep 22, 2024

  The new resources you provided have already begun to support my students in meaningful ways. We've been incorporating the yoga mats, blocks, and bolsters into our mindfulness and wellness sessions, allowing students to use them as needed to manage stress and stay focused. One particular moment that stands out is when a few students participated in a guided breathing exercise using the mats and blocks. They found the experience calming and reported feeling more relaxed afterward. For those who haven't yet used the materials, they have the option to participate at their own pace, creating a comfortable and flexible environment for everyone.

  When the materials first arrived, the students were curious and excited. A few expressed interest in trying the yoga poses, while others were eager to explore the mindfulness book, especially the sections on managing stress. For some, just having the option to use the mats or practice breathing with the bear has made a difference. We've been incorporating short mindfulness breaks during the day, and students who are more inclined to try these techniques have shared how they feel more focused and calm afterward.

  Looking ahead, we're continuing to work on mindfulness as part of our current project. Students who are interested in using the yoga mats and blocks will continue to do so during specific lessons or breaks, while others will engage with the mindfulness book and breathing exercises in ways that feel most helpful to them. As we explore these tools, students will reflect on how these practices are influencing their emotional well-being and academic performance. Thanks to your support, students now have access to resources that can help them develop important skills for managing stress and staying present in their learning.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Machabee

  This classroom project was brought to life by Google.org Teen Mental Health Initiative.

• Classroom Essentials

  Funded Sep 18, 2024

  On behalf of myself and my students, I want to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation towards classroom supplies. Your contribution of pencils, tissues, and sheet protectors has made a meaningful difference in our daily classroom activities. These essential supplies help create an environment where learning can thrive, and your support ensures that our students have the tools they need to succeed. It is because of donors like you that we are able to provide a productive, comfortable, and focused space for our students.

  Your kindness and generosity do not go unnoticed. The impact of your donation extends far beyond just providing supplies—it shows our students the power of community and the importance of giving. Thank you again for your thoughtful contribution. We are truly grateful for your support, and we look forward to using these supplies to help our students grow and excel throughout the school year.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Machabee

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

• Notebooks and Folders for Organizational Skills

  Funded May 20, 2024

  I hope this letter finds you well. I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation towards my project for notebooks and folders. Your support has made a significant impact on my students, providing them with the essential tools they need to succeed in their studies.

  Thanks to your contribution, I have been able to equip my students with quality notebooks and folders, fostering an environment that encourages learning and creativity. Your commitment to supporting education is truly inspiring, and it reminds me of the power of community involvement. I am excited to see how these resources will enhance my students' learning experiences and help them achieve their academic goals.

  Thank you once again for your generosity and support. I look forward to keeping you updated on my progress and the positive changes your contribution is making in the lives of my students.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Machabee

  This classroom project was brought to life by Young Sheldon on CBS and 4 other donors.

• Vertical Non-Permanent Work Surfaces for High School Math Classroom

  Funded Nov 29, 2023

  Thank you so much for your generous donation towards this project. The ability to have students work at vertical nonpermanent work surfaces has dramatically improved the level of thinking that happens in the classroom. Students are engaged, excited to learn, and most importantly, persevering as they solve problems in groups.

  Students have even asked when we're going to be using the whiteboards again and noted that they learn better when they're standing up. Your donation has made such a significant improvement to my classroom community, and I cannot thank you enough.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Machabee

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

• Clean Classroom!

  Funded Aug 27, 2023

  Thank you so much for your donation to help me keep my classroom clean! The ability to disinfect desks daily, dust surfaces, and provide tissues for my students has helped us all stay healthy as cold and flu season approaches.

  In addition, I am able to hold students accountable to cleaning up their own messes. If a student draws on a desk, I hand them a wipe and they have to clean it up. If a student spills water, they get a roll of paper towels to clean up. It greatly contributes to the students' sense of belonging within our classroom community because everyone plays their part in keeping our learning environment comfortable.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Machabee

• Building Perseverance in the Math Classroom: Tower of Hanoi Manipulatives

  Funded Aug 22, 2023

  Thank you so much for your generous donation towards this project! My students had a great time learning about arithmetic sequences through the use of these manipulatives.

  The extend to which manipulatives in the high school math classroom increase engagement amongst students cannot be overstated. Each and every student in the classroom was engaged, participating, and excited to learn.

  Students were able to solve complex puzzles, work effectively in groups, and describe a recursive pattern for the sequence that describes the Tower of Hanoi... All in the first week of school!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Machabee

• Organization Station: Binders for High School Math

  Funded Jun 15, 2023

  The ability to provide a binder for every single student in my class (>120 students total) has provided an incredible opportunity for students to learn vital organization skills, to utilize resources in front of them (notes in their binder) rather than wait to be helped, and to keep track of assignments they have completed and assignments they are missing.

  Students were very excited to know that they would have a dedicated place to keep all of their materials together, and many expressed excitement about not having to purchase a binder for themselves.

  I am looking forward to the future as we begin to learn more advanced math, because students will be able to go back to their notes from earlier in the year to support them.

  Thank you so much for your contribution to this project!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Machabee