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Past projects 293

• Flex Our Muscles

  Funded Sep 24, 2024

  Thank you for setting the mood inside of our classroom. Every classroom is different and making sure that the needs of the students who will call it home for a school year is important. Students want to feel accepted and welcome. the padded stools have allowed the students to move around the room without moving chairs from their desk. They came to the small group table and get started working immediately. The additional rug is located at the front of our room at the interactive whiteboard. My students have additional options to continue learning and that was made possible with your generous donation.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Richardson

  This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Supporter and 7 other donors.

• From the Windows to the Floor

  Funded Aug 29, 2024

  Making our classroom feel like a safe space is very important. Our classroom is that home away from home and my students come into this space and feel safe. It is a place where they feel comfortable being themselves. Our rugs and window coverings provide a safe shield that keeps the outside world. My students can try new things, read aloud, and problem-solve without feeling the anxiety that comes from others. I could not have made this happen without you. Starting over at a new school, I want to provide my students with a feeling of safety and comfort in a social-emotional way that enhances their academic learning.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Richardson

  This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Supporter and 6 other donors.

• Hot Days, Cool Treats

  Funded May 16, 2024

  The last part of the school year ends just like the beginning of the school year; showing what you know. Students spend a lot of time taking assessments to show what they have learned and mastered. During the hot days of summer, recess is the best part of the day, but humid days with high temperatures can cause distress. The cool treats made it possible for each student to enjoy the break and benefit from being outdoors. We really appreciated them to help cool day after our Water Day that celebrated all of the gains we made in literacy and reading this year.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Richardson

  This classroom project was brought to life by Oak Foundation and 2 other donors.

• And the Award Goes To...

  Funded May 9, 2024

  Thank you! We had a wonderful awards day. The kids were surprised to get medals to celebrate their achievements this year. From the "Readers Are Leaders" medals for reading over 100 books this year to the "Excellence" medals for academic success, each student was able to have a lastly memento instead of a piece of paper (saving a few trees). I was very proud to present the math trophies for being great word problem solvers and the Spelling Bee medallions to the top three spellers. This has been a special year, so every student receiving a medal for what they contributed to the classroom was made possible because of you.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Richardson

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

• Winter Learning Virtually

  Funded Jan 8, 2024

  As we close out this school year, I can truly say that this group of students worked really hard. They overcame some major challenges in their learning (a Pandemic and Virtual Learning). The additional time and effort in practicing made a difference. The learning materials that were used at home was a game changer. Being able to send home the same activities to practice and study at home allowed my students to continue what they had learned that day in class. Each student had copies of decodable books at home that they could read and parents were able to help. Thank you for providing a way for us to bridge that connection between class and home!”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Richardson

  This classroom project was brought to life by LOFT and 2 other donors.

• Bricks, Ciphers and More

  Funded May 7, 2024

  My students are so excited to have these additional materials and resources. Every student loves LEGOS and the idea of using them to teach multiplication is exciting. At the end of each year, we teach Level Up lessons and activities to get our students ready for third-grade math. Multiplication and division are concepts that we can develop using the LEGO bricks. The extension packs will add ciphers and puzzles to our BreakoutEDU kits. My students have been learning about ciphers in our STEAM and IMPACT classes. Can't wait to see their faces when they get to solve their first cipher! Thank You”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Richardson

  This classroom project was brought to life by General Motors and one other donor.

• In Living (House) Color

  Funded Oct 12, 2023

  Our house system is in its second year and my students are enjoying wearing their house color t-shirts on Fridays. Every student has their t-shirt and it is a joy to see their faces light up when they walk through the building. We are working with our school's Art teacher to design our shirts. My students can't wait to show off their new shirts. Providing a shirt for each student would not have been possible without you. It is important for our students to feel that their are seen. Thank you for making this happen and sharing in this school year.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Richardson

  This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community & an Anonymous Partner and 22 other donors.

• POP Goes Financial Literacy

  Funded Oct 12, 2023

  As education continues to change and impact the lives of students, the resources and materials that benefit learning change. I have been blessed to use educational platforms like BrainPOP and BrainPOP Jr. to provide learning inside and outside of the classroom. I can assign my students content videos with activities that they can complete independently and at home. The variety of media clips allows my students to enhance their understanding of concepts like financial literacy and computer science. Parents also can support their children at home because I can place links within Google Classroom for additional practice or as study guides.

  Thank you for supporting the learning of all students within my classroom!”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Richardson

  This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community & an Anonymous Partner and 14 other donors.

• New 3R's - Read, wRite, self-Regulate

  Funded Oct 9, 2023

  Having the proper tools for all students has been very important for our academic success this school year. Just being two years removed from an entire school year online because of COVID has shown that our education system has a lot of ground to make up. My second-grade students don't have the hand-eye coordination or the fine motor skills necessary to be successful with basic skills like writing. Most students haven't developed a pencil grip that allows them to control the basic strokes to form the uppercase and lowercase letters. The unusual pencil strokes make it difficult to print letters and numbers. The pencil grips and alternative pencils have helped some of my students to improve their penmanship. The fidget stickers and toys really help when they get frustrated and need a moment to calm themselves.

  Being able to express yourself in writing is just one of the ways that students show their understanding of concepts. I am happy that this project is making a difference and supplies tools that my students can continue to use to make the necessary gains toward the next level.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Richardson

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

• I'm Unique, I'm Special, Just Like You

  Funded Oct 12, 2023

  Our House System is going strong in its second year. I wanted to show how much my students have learned and grown through this school year. Being able to display their photos on the "Our Family" bulletin board, is a highlight every week. The printer is easy to use. The students get to pick the pictures, and then we print and hang them up. Walking down our hallway, people get to see the wonderful learning taking place and the joy that my students feel. I able grateful for the chance to share my students' successes with friends, staff, family, and visitors. Also, the kids love having their pictures taken!”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. Richardson

  This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community & an Anonymous Partner and 25 other donors.