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Mrs. Ruz's Classroom

  • Garvanza Elementary School
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 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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  • Welcome To 3rd Grade

    Funded May 21, 2012

    I wish you could have seen my students' faces on the first day of school as they walked into our classroom. They had the biggest smiles I've ever seen. Their new name tags looked wonderful on top of their desks. They were also excited to find their vocabulary journals inside their desks. They have been extremely useful.

    When I told them about you and your donation, they instantly commented on how wonderful you were. My students and I are extremely grateful for your generosity. Every third grader in my class will always remember their first day of third grade thanks to you.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ruz

  • Watch Out Heat! The Fan is Coming.

    Funded Aug 29, 2012

    My students and I thank you so much for donating to our project, "Watch Out Heat! The Fan is Coming." You have given the children in my class a tool that has helped them keep cool in a class without air conditioning. The Dyson fan has helped my students concentrate during extremely hot days. They have been able to come into a cool room to learn. My students think that the Dyson fan is one of the best tools that has ever been invented.

    Whenever we use the fan we are reminded of your generosity. Thank you for your wonderful donation.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ruz

    This classroom project was brought to life by Teachers Rock and 7 other donors.
  • Financial Literacy Starts in Elementary School

    Funded Jul 13, 2012

    My students and I thank you so much for donating to our project, "Financial Literacy Starts in Elementary School." You have given the children in my class a tool that has helped them learn about being financially literate, practice their math skills, explore the Internet, and develop a passion for reading. My students think that our classroom computer is one of the best tools that has ever been invented.

    The computer has been used everyday. Students have had the opportunity to conduct research on the Internet and type reports on financial literacy. Their enthusiasm to learn has increased, thanks to your wonderful donation.

    Thank you so much for making a positive impact in our lives.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ruz

    This classroom project was brought to life by CreditReport.com and 5 other donors.
  • Financial Literacy Starts in Elementary School Part 2

    Funded Aug 2, 2012

    My students and I thank you so much for donating to our project, "Financial Literacy Starts in Elementary School Part 2." You have given the children in my class a tool that has helped them learn about being financially literate, practice their math skills, explore the Internet, and develop a passion for reading. My students think that our classroom computer is one of the best tools that has ever been invented.

    The computer has been used everyday. Students have had the opportunity to conduct research on the Internet and type reports on financial literacy. Their enthusiasm to learn has increased, thanks to your wonderful donation.

    Thank you so much for making a positive impact in our lives.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ruz

    This classroom project was brought to life by CreditReport.com and 4 other donors.
  • Pencils Motivate

    Funded Sep 19, 2012

    My students and I thank you so much for donating to our project "Pencils Motivate." The colorful scented pencils you have donated have been very useful. My students have been extremely motivated to learn their multiplication facts and do well in class to receive these pencils.

    Your generous gift has truly made a difference in boosting my students' interest in learning. They are so enthusiastic about receiving what they call "cool" pencils.

    Thank you so much for making a positive impact in our lives.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ruz

    This classroom project was brought to life by Kaplan Early Learning Company and 7 other donors.
  • An iPad a Day Keeps Our Brain Cells Awake (part 3)

    Funded Oct 9, 2012

    My students and I thank you so much for donating to our project "An iPad a Day Keeps Our Brain Cells Awake (part 3)" You have given the children in my class a tool that has helped them practice their math skills, memorize their multiplication facts, explore the Internet, and develop a passion for reading. My students think that the iPad is one of the best tools that has ever been invented.

    We received the iPad right away and it has been used everyday. A rotational schedule has been created that gives each student an opportunity to practice their math and reading skills. Their enthusiasm to learn has increased, thanks to your wonderful donation.

    Thank you so much for making a positive impact in our lives.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ruz

  • From Etch a Sketch to Etch a Glass

    Funded Oct 3, 2012

    My students and I thank you so much for donating to our project "From Etch a Sketch to Etch a Glass." You have given the children in my class the opportunity to learn the basic skills of etching. My students and I think that art is a wonderful tool for expressing themselves.

    The materials you provided us will be used to create artwork that will be displayed during Open House. They are truly excited to share their work with their parents, thanks to your wonderful donation.

    Thank you so much for making a positive impact in our lives.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ruz

    This classroom project was brought to life by an anonymous donor and 6 other donors.
  • Farewell To Filth....Hello To Health

    Funded Oct 7, 2012

    My students and I thank you so much for donating to our project "Farewell To Filth....Hello To Health!" You have given us the materials we needed to live healthy lives and do well in school.

    The cleaning materials such as disinfecting wipes, hand wash, and anti-viral tissue boxes have helped my students stay healthy and maintain a clean classroom. Less students have become ill and our attendance has improved, thanks to your wonderful donation.

    Thank you so much for making a positive impact in our lives.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ruz

    This classroom project was brought to life by Quill.com and 12 other donors.
  • Ink-Spired!

    Funded Aug 10, 2012

    The ink that our class received thanks to your generous donation has been quite useful. My students were able to print out some of the work they had created prior to having ink for the class printer. They were finally able to print and display their work. We have also used the ink to print reports, narratives, PowerPoint notes, and Internet images for reports.

    The ink cartridges will be used conservatively and will last us a long time.

    Thank you so much for making a positive impact in our lives.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ruz

  • Think Ink

    Funded Sep 2, 2012

    The color and black ink that our class received thanks to your generous donation has been quite useful. My students were able to print out some of the work they had created prior to having ink for the class printer. They were finally able to print and display their work. We have also used the ink to print reports, narratives, PowerPoint notes, and Internet images for reports.

    The ink cartridges will be used conservatively and will last us a long time.

    Thank you so much for making a positive impact in our lives.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Ruz

    This classroom project was brought to life by Kia Motors America and 5 other donors.
I teach 25 enthusiastic third graders in a low economic area. My students are highly motivated to learn even when they don't have the necessary learning materials. Whenever they are able to use any form of technology, their enthusiasm to learn increases.

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I teach 25 enthusiastic third graders in a low economic area. My students are highly motivated to learn even when they don't have the necessary learning materials. Whenever they are able to use any form of technology, their enthusiasm to learn increases.

About my class

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