Past projects 3
Flexible Seating Options to Make Learning Fun!
Funded Aug 13, 2019I can’t even begin to express how grateful I’m feeling right now. Thank you for your generosity; you’re making a significant and direct impact on the lives of my students. They’re going to be so excited to use all of our new materials. Again, from the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU.”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Fratarcangeli
This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Funder and 4 other donors.Storage and Seating for Successful Learning
Funded Aug 1, 2018Thank you so much for your generosity! Many of our students have benefited from having a flexible seating arrangement in our classroom. Students are more engaged, and completing assignments in a way that feels authentic and more productive.
The disc cushions have provided students with a comfortable place to sit while working at a lower table. They've been able to work in a place that helps them to be their best selves. In combination with scoop chairs, yoga balls, and stools, students have a variety of places to work. Giving students the power to choose their place in the classroom gives them the power to take accountability for their learning. When students feel in control, they are more likely to be successful.
Our storage system has been instrumental in keeping our students organized! They love having a place to keep all their folders, notebooks, workbooks and papers. It makes moving from one lesson to the next easier, and the transitions run so much more smoothly. Also, in a classroom where seats are not assigned, it's very grounding for each student to have a place that belongs specifically to them and their supplies.
Thank you so much for your donations - again, you have been able to directly improve the academic life of a child. You've made an impact not just in their lives, but in mine. Thank you.”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Fratarcangeli
Fluency and Fun!
Funded Mar 20, 2018Thank you so much for your generosity! We have been using our calendar every morning. It has really helped us with our math foundational skills. Each day, the students have been discussing the number of days we have been in school, and having the concrete manipulatives like the place value sticks has helped to deepen their understanding of place value. Also, my students love solving the "problem of the week". It helps them make real world connections to the mathematical concepts we're learning in our classroom. The flashcards have also been a great addition to our room. When students finish a task early, they know they can use the flashcards to build fluency, and practice their facts.
When I opened the box, the students were SO excited to see what we'd been given. The "Math Cans" in particular were a huge hit. They have been a great tool to help our English Language Learners, as well as students who needed some extra practice with concepts taught during the day. Also, they're a great way to help enrich lessons for students performing above grade level. Their excitement is contagious! The "oohs and ahhs" when I opened the box were hysterical - they were DEFINITELY excited about our new materials!
As this school year draws to a close, I know that we will continue to use the materials next year. I am excited to see how next year's bunch react to our fabulous math games. Thank you, again for your donations - you have no idea how much of an impact you have made on my students' day-to-day life!”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Fratarcangeli