Past projects 4
Lights, Camera, Yearbook!
Funded Nov 30, 2021I'm happy to let you know that our students are hard at work curating our yearbook. The purchased digital cameras were used this season for our basketball team managers to capture our boys' and girls' basketball teams in action and other school events. While I'm not able to personally attend every game or event, our yearbook members have been tasked with attending and photographing each game. The digital cameras help my students professionally shoot the games. They truly feel proud when they see pictures they took as we put together our yearbook.
Please enjoy some of the pictures taken by our own students. The expression on their faces say it all - pure joy. Thank you, thank you thank you!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Smolinsky
This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community and 4 other donors.May the Fourth Be With You!
Funded Aug 10, 2019I cannot thank you enough for the support and generosity you have shown my students so early into their school year. While many have fond memories of new school supplies and first days of school, many of my students came empty-handed our first week of school. Thanks to you, no one was singled out or left without supplies.
Students arrived on the first day of school to find their names and supplies all labeled and ready for them to use right away. You would not believe the smiles and positive energy! I've never seen students so excited about returning to school before!
Now that we are well into our first quarter, students regularly use the supplies you have so graciously brought into our classroom. Students take full advantage of the clipboards, whiteboards, and other materials available at their fingertips, thanks to donors like you.
On behalf of ALL my students, thank you for your support and for making a difference.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Smolinsky
This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Funder and 2 other donors.The Ocean Must Be Explored!
Funded Apr 10, 2019We cannot thank you enough for your generous donation that made this trip possible. Students were so excited for what would be for many their first time outside of New York State, some even out of New York City! When students saw our bus arrive, they were amazed to see we weren't just taking any ordinary yellow school bus, but a fancy Shofur bus to take us to the Maritime Aquarium!
We arrived at our destination safely and on schedule, allowing us to enjoy a cruise around the Long Island Sound and enjoy a guided tour inside the Maritime Aquarium. Students were able to touch stingrays, baby sharks, and jellyfish! My colleagues and I were surprised to find some of our quietest students elbow-deep in the touch pool, petting the baby sharks! Students were filled with joy, curiosity, and wonderment as we explored the marine life. Students had questions, and we were in just the right place to find the answers.
Our third graders are still talking about this trip - long after we have returned to our school. Without you, this trip would not have been possible. Thank you for donating and making a difference in our students' lives and building memories to spark joy in their learning.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Smolinsky
Laptop for Learning
Funded Mar 6, 2018We hope this update finds you well! We have had our laptop for a while now and it has made a world of difference. Although we have not been able to use the new laptop with our Promethean boards, we love thinking of the endless possibilities that await us as soon as it is installed. Students look forward to being able to watch relevant and educational videos, research different topics (such as animals for our Research Clubs unit!), and play math games.
Having a working laptop has allowed me to be able to efficiently plan and prepare for the weekly demands of our classroom - from homework to resources for research projects. Students are noticing the impact! As I was working after school one day, a student stopped by and said, "You sure do like having a laptop, huh, Ms. Costley?" (And yes, I sure do!)
Thank you for all of your help in bringing technology to my classroom. You have truly made a difference and we can't wait to share what exciting things we are up to.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Smolinsky