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Past projects 15

• Love of Reading Week! Pt. 2

  Funded Jan 26, 2022

  I want to begin by thanking you all for your generosity and support.this unit has been all about growing in consciousness. becoming aware of what is happening around us, why it is happening, and how we can do something about it. it was within these conversations that this idea came to life. my students recognized that:

  Many of my students peers (including themselves) do not read "for fun". We brainstormed many of the "whys" behind the what and found the following factors- books aren't accessible to their families, the books that ARE accessible are not 'interesting' or culturally responsive, and there isn't enough incentive to push them to read. I asked students HOW we can address this and take "positive action". Together we co-created a campus book drive and book giveaway.

  As an educator, a mentor, and a product of this school and community, I felt an extra responsibility to youth in my community. That is why I felt the need to take this lesson beyond the classroom. There are certain lessons that can only be taught with action. If we are teaching young people that they have the power to change the world- we must provide them with tangible proof. That is what this Book Drive and projects meant to me. It's my will turned positive action. I want to thank everyone who has shown their support. it is beautiful to know we have such an amazing community.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Ramirez

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Steele Foundation and one other donor.

• A Book to Call My Own: Love of Reading Week!

  Funded Jan 20, 2022

  I want to begin by thanking you all for your generosity and support.this unit has been all about growing in consciousness. becoming aware of what is happening around us, why it is happening, and how we can do something about it. it was within these conversations that this idea came to life. my students recognized that:

  Many of my students peers (including themselves) do not read "for fun". We brainstormed many of the "whys" behind the what and found the following factors- books aren't accessible to their families, the books that ARE accessible are not 'interesting' or culturally responsive, and there isn't enough incentive to push them to read. I asked students HOW we can address this and take "positive action". Together we co-created a campus book drive and book giveaway.

  As an educator, a mentor, and a product of this school and community, I felt an extra responsibility to youth in my community. That is why I felt the need to take this lesson beyond the classroom. There are certain lessons that can only be taught with action. If we are teaching young people that they have the power to change the world- we must provide them with tangible proof. That is what this Book Drive and projects meant to me. It's my will turned positive action. I want to thank everyone who has shown their support. it is beautiful to know we have such an amazing community.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Ramirez

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Steele Foundation and 8 other donors.

• Incorporating Culturally Responsive Lit: Part 2! Summer of the Mariposas

  Funded Nov 18, 2021

  Thank you for your support and donations. Our classroom has benefited immensely from your generosity and support. As we begin to read Summer of the Mariposas, I can already see students engaged and excited. Identifying similarities in their lives and that of their characters has been validating. I am excited to continue to witness their growth and enthusiasm as we progress with the book. I hope you all know that you have had a tremendous impact in our lives and story. We look forward to all the new possibilities this book will bring!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Ramirez

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Steele Foundation.

• Incorporating Culturally Responsive Lit: Summer of the Mariposas!

  Funded Nov 18, 2021

  Thank you for your support and donations. Our classroom has benefited immensely from your generosity and support. As we begin to read Summer of the Mariposas, I can already see students engaged and excited. Identifying similarities in their lives and that of their characters has been validating. I am excited to continue to witness their growth and enthusiasm as we progress with the book. I hope you all know that you have had a tremendous impact in our lives and story. We look forward to all the new possibilities this book will bring!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Ramirez

  This classroom project was brought to life by Dollar General Literacy Foundation and 6 other donors.

• Culturally Responsive Literature in the Classroom!

  Funded Nov 18, 2021

  Thanks to your donations and support we were able to provide each student with their own copy of Mexican Whiteboy by Matt de la Pena. We have only been reading the book for a couple of weeks and already I can see how much the students love it. They are engaged and excited to explore the pages of this story. It is validating for them to read stories that resonate with their lived experiences. Prioritizing culturally responsive literature in the classroom, makes a world of a difference. Thank you for being part of our efforts and story.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Ramirez

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Steele Foundation.

• One Book for Every Student! Needed: Class Set of 'Night'

  Funded Aug 19, 2021

  During these difficult and unpredictable times, we have leaned on our community more than ever. Your generosity has been refreshing and validating during this time. Thanks to your generosity, students have been able to explore books in new capacities. Night by Elie Wiesel is a critical piece of literature within our classroom. It has taught us new levels of compassion and empathy. All while teaching us about the power of our voice and story. Students were able to experience this compelling story in new forms, since each of them got their own copy to take home. Our lessons became more engaging and it transformed our learning. Thank you for thinking of us and send love our way. Your impact is felt everyday.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Ramirez

  This classroom project was brought to life by Emerson Collective and 5 other donors.

• The Old Pueblo: Barrio Stories Photo Series

  Funded Nov 18, 2021

  Thank you for your generous donations and support of our students. We are so grateful that you have taken an interest in our mission and classroom. With your support, we will be able to showcase the diversity, knowledge, and stories of those in our community. Thank you for making this possible for us.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Ramirez

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Steele Foundation and one other donor.

• Exploring the World of Books in Comfort and Style

  Funded Jul 20, 2021

  First, thank you for your contribution to our learning environment. The classroom library has received such a positive and loving response from the students. The library was designed to promote engagement and a curiosity for reading/writing. I am happy to report that library has done that and more. Our students have fallen in love with the library and have described it as welcoming. The students were able to decorate the library and create a space designed for and by them. I am profoundly grateful for what you have done for our classroom. The impact you have made in our classroom is felt and it will not be forgotten. Thank you!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Ramirez

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

• Building a Bookshelf as Diverse as Our World PART 2!

  Funded Jul 20, 2021

  Thanks to your generous donations our classroom has become a space that cultivates a love for reading. Your donations have made it possible to display and share dozens of diverse titles. Our students have been able to find a book that they resonate and actively engage with. The titles in our library have inspired a new generation of readers and writers- who now believe they too can become authors one day. It has been inspiring to witness how students respond to the works of authors from similar walks of life. Thank you for your impact, your generosity, and your dedication to public education. We will not forget what you had done for our classroom.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Ramirez

  This classroom project was brought to life by Emerson Collective.

• URGENT! Needed: Class Set of Aristotle and Dante PT. 2!

  Funded Aug 11, 2021

  Thank you for your support and generosity in our efforts. We are halfway through reading this amazing story that I felt it was the perfect time to say thank you. As a culturally responsive educator, I believe deeply in the power of a good book. I knew that this book would inspire students in many ways. Within the first week of reading it, we had students who loved it so much they could not put it down! Four of my students finished the entire book within hours. It has been inspiring to witness their dedication to their education and literature. You have made a beautiful impact in our classroom and your support is felt.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Ramirez

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