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Dr. Feltman's Classroom

  • PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet
  • New York, NY
  • More than three‑quarters of 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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On the Navigational Route to Success in School

Help me give my students an engaging guide book to help them be successful in school.
Dr. Feltman
PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet•
New York, NY
  • 4 donors so far
  • $364 still needed

Powerful Pencil and Successful Stapler as Student Achievement Ambassadors

Help me give my students an interactive handbook and imaginary stuffed navigation ambassadors to help them succeed in school.
Dr. Feltman
PS 242 Young Diplomats Magnet•
New York, NY
  • 3 donors so far
  • $1,434 still needed
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Past projects 32

  • On a Student-Friendly Mission to School Success!

    Funded Mar 25, 2025

    I hope you are well. Thank you so much for your generosity! My students will love reading this interactive handbook, Transforming into a Powerful Navigator of School Success. My upper elementary students are curious and enjoy reading. They ask great questions. I hope you have a fantastic and joyful week.”

    With gratitude,

    Dr. Feltman

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

  • School Success, Here I Come!

    Funded Nov 9, 2024

    My students have learned how to skillfully take charge of their education. My students have one hundred strategies to navigate school success. The teaching of these strategies have become a part of our daily routine.

    My students have been very engaged while reading Transforming into a Powerful Third, Fourth, or Fifth Grade Navigator of School Success. They have enjoyed identifying and discussing helpful strategies with their classmates. My students have drawn sketches and written notes to help them internalize the strategies.

    My goal for teaching reading is for students to comprehend what they read and for them to find joy in reading various genres. I enjoy recommending books to them.

    All of my students are fond of the two characters, Powerful Pencil and Successful Stapler in the book. Your kindness has made a positive impact in their desire to re”

    With gratitude,

    Dr. Feltman

    This classroom project was brought to life by SONIC Foundation and 5 other donors.

  • I Can't Wait To Write In My Journal!

    Funded Aug 20, 2024

    My students have begun writing in their journals. They like the fact that they can use it during the school day and at home. My students like the engaging and thoughtful prompts. They are becoming stronger at writing and speaking using emotional vocabulary.

    My students get to do independent reading on a daily basis. They like choosing their own books. Partner book discussion is a big hit. My students like to recommend books to each other.

    My male and female students are equally liking writing in their journals. Much appreciated!!”

    With gratitude,

    Dr. Feltman

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

  • Please Guide Me to School Achievement!

    Funded Sep 20, 2024

    My students have learned how to take charge of their education. My students have one hundred strategies to navigate school success. The teaching of these strategies have become a part of our daily routine.

    My students have been very focused while reading Transforming into a Powerful Third, Fourth, or Fifth Grade Navigator of School Success. They have enjoyed identifying and discussing helpful strategies with their classmates. My students have drawn sketches and written notes to help them internalize the strategies.

    My goal for teaching reading is for students to comprehend what they read and for them to find joy in reading various genres. I enjoy recommending books to them.

    All of my students have been liking the two characters, Powerful Pencil and Successful Stapler in the book. Your generosity has made a positive impact in their desire to read.”

    With gratitude,

    Dr. Feltman

    This classroom project was brought to life by The Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation and 6 other donors.

  • Be Confident With Powerful Pencil and Successful Stapler!

    Funded Aug 14, 2024

    My students have been very engaged while reading Transforming into a Powerful Third, Fourth, or Fifth Grade Navigator of School Success. They have enjoyed identifying and discussing helpful strategies with their classmates. My students have drawn sketches and written notes to help them internalize the strategies.

    My goal for teaching reading is for students to comprehend what they read and for them to find joy in reading various genres. I enjoy recommending books to them.

    The boys have been liking the two characters, Powerful Pencil and Successful Stapler in the book. Your generosity has made a positive impact in their desire to read.”

    With gratitude,

    Dr. Feltman

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

  • I Am a Powerful Navigator of Upper Elementary School Success!

    Funded Jul 11, 2024

    Thank you very much for your generous donation of copies of the book, Transforming into a Powerful Third, Fourth, or Fifth Grade Navigator of School Success. My students are enjoying read it. They love the fact it is also an interactive and reflective workbook.

    My students are learning how to reflect on their reading and also how to stop and jot. They are able to select strategies that resonate with them to practice.

    A couple of my male students are very engaged reading this book because it is helping them take charge of their education. My students and I are very fortunate with this real world and practical book.”

    With gratitude,

    Dr. Feltman

  • Next Stop, Strategic School Success!

    Funded May 9, 2024

    Thank you for your generosity. It is so appreciated. My students were thrilled to receive a copy of the interactive handbook, Transforming into a Powerful Third, Fourth, or Fifth Grade Navigator of School Success. As soon as the students received the book, they were flipping through it. They are enjoying reading this book. Powerful Pencil and Successful Stapler put a big smile on the faces of my students.

    We have been reviewing two strategies a week. The students draw and write about the strategies. I have noticed my students discussing the strategies. They loved the one about sharing his or her bad day with a teacher. Thank you for impacting the lives of my students.”

    With gratitude,

    Dr. Feltman

    This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Supporter and 8 other donors.

  • Real World Pleasurable Readers!

    Funded Mar 13, 2023

    Thank you for those amazing and engaging books! The topics are fascinating. Those books are contributing to their real world learning. My students' knowledge is increasing.

    My students have been reading these books during independent reading time. I preview the books in front of my students to whet their appetites. I want my students to become confident in expressing their various emotions. I conference with my students on a daily basis. My students have even asked to borrow these books to take them home.

    The two popular books were A Kids Book about Empathy and A Kids Book about Anxiety. The boys and girls equally enjoy these books. They even ask for more types of these books. Your generosity is most appreciated.”

    With gratitude,

    Dr. Feltman

I am an educator of 18 years. My students would really benefit from this handbook. Have you ever wished school came with instructions? You're finally in luck! The Elementary and Middle School Student-Friendly Handbook to Navigating Success is packed with 110 easy-to-do techniques you can immediately put into practice; and, so you know it's not just busywork, each tip is followed by a simple explanation of why it's helpful. Offering a wide range of strategies, from waking up fifteen minutes earlier to always showing all your work when solving math problems, this book explains how your actions at home and at school can either improve or hurt your chances of success. The good news is that whether school is easy or hard for you, you can achieve a good education and pursue your dreams. By following the steps outlined in this handbook, you're setting yourself up to succeednot just in school, but in life, too!

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I am an educator of 18 years. My students would really benefit from this handbook. Have you ever wished school came with instructions? You're finally in luck! The Elementary and Middle School Student-Friendly Handbook to Navigating Success is packed with 110 easy-to-do techniques you can immediately put into practice; and, so you know it's not just busywork, each tip is followed by a simple explanation of why it's helpful. Offering a wide range of strategies, from waking up fifteen minutes earlier to always showing all your work when solving math problems, this book explains how your actions at home and at school can either improve or hurt your chances of success. The good news is that whether school is easy or hard for you, you can achieve a good education and pursue your dreams. By following the steps outlined in this handbook, you're setting yourself up to succeednot just in school, but in life, too!

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