Past projects 16
Flexible Seating Options
Funded Sep 20, 2023Thank you so much for the donations. I have 28 students that need different seating options. Students need stools for the guided reading table due to the large classroom size.
Students utilized the seating options while independently working. The gray saucer chairs are frequently used for students to work in pairs. Students read in pairs and were able to complete reading work using these flexible seating options. We also use the blue chair for independent reading. Students are able to locate these options around the classroom.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Duarte
This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community and 9 other donors.Listening in Two Languages With New Headphones!
Funded Mar 19, 2023Thank you so much for your generous donation. We now have headphones for every student in the classroom. We have headphones for students that are also arriving from Venezuela. This donation has helped newcomers from different countries gain access to literacy through online books. These headphones are also used daily for Lexia. Lexia is a program that helps students with phonics and the study of root words. This tool has also helped everyone in the classroom gain access to audio books and access to math word problems. Thank you so much for this great donation!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Duarte
Bounce! Flexible Seating Options for all Learners!
Funded May 17, 2023Thank you so much for your generous donations. Every day we switch yoga balls and the wobbly stools to help students have different seating options. They enjoy sitting by their desk and working with a wobbly chair. It is important that students are able to move around using options that are available to them.
My students have enjoyed working with yoga balls. During small group instruction Thank you for taking the time to donate to our classroom needs. This donation reaches not only our current students, but also future students.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Duarte
This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Supporter and 10 other donors.New Classroom Meeting Spot!
Funded Sep 20, 2022We love our new classroom rug. We were in need of a replacement and with your donation we made this happen. When we first rolled out the carpet, my students' eyes lit up and smiles were present all over. They were in such a great mood and couldn't wait to try out the new rug.
We use the rug for all subjects in the classroom. For language arts, we meet together whole group for a read- aloud story. Students also use it for independent reading and partner reading. For math, students take their math text books and dry erase boards to the rug to work on math. For science, students gather their STEM materials and work on the rug with their teammates. We use our rug daily!
My students also take care of the rug and make sure that they do not bring food to the meeting space.
My class is so grateful for this donation! Gracias!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Duarte
This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community and 7 other donors.Diverse Books and Interactive Student Lessons for Remote Learning
Funded Sep 8, 2020Thank you very much for all your generous donations. We have used Nearpod, our online engagement platform, for all learners to access. Students love to interact with Nearpod. This digital platform helps students showcase their understanding in many different ways. Students from all learning modalities can be engaged in this program. This has enabled me as the facilitator to track their learning in different subject areas. Remote learning has been a challenge, however with books that have been donated and online programs available, students have a better experience while learning virtually.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Duarte
Reading with Comfort!
Funded Sep 27, 2019Thank you all for your generous donations. My students were very excited to learn they we were getting flexible seating options during independent work time.
During reading time, I have students in literacy centers. Students usually have an independent reading center, vocabulary building center, and small group instruction. Students are able to read their books during reading time and use different seat options. They feel accomplished when they finish a book and usually recommend the book to a friend. This donation has brought many joyful smiles and laughs. Thanks again for this wonderful donation!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Duarte
This classroom project was brought to life by District Partnership Program and 5 other donors.Spanish Books for Bilingual Brains
Funded Jun 9, 2019My students were ecstatic when the book order arrived. They were excited to process the books and be part of making the library.
We have started the first 20 days of reading and we have been using the books to strengthen a reading stamina of 20 minutes. Students are highly engaged in the book selection provided by our donors and make stamina time their favorite time of the day. Students often say, "is it stamina time yet? I can't wait to read my book". I'm so grateful to have students fully engaged in reading. Thank you !”
With gratitude,
Ms. Duarte
This classroom project was brought to life by Google.org and 4 other donors.Books for Bilingual Bookworms
Funded Sep 11, 2018Thank you all for your generous donations. Our classroom is growing with bilingual books for all our learners. The kids loved opening the box full books. My students instantly wanted to get their hands on them. I requested several books to increase our library options and I also had strategically leveled books to use for guided reading instruction. My students were stoked to have fresh books to read!
I normally have students check out books from the library on Mondays, however, they were so excited and began reading them immediately. The donation included animal books which they enjoy reading!
During reading time, I have students in literacy centers. Students usually have an independent reading center, vocabulary building center, and small group instruction. Students are able to read their books during reading time and log their reading time on their student sheets. This donation has brought many joyful smiles and laughs. Thanks again for this wonderful donation!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Duarte
Balance while Reading!
Funded Jan 9, 2018Thank you very much for the donations. My students love using the yoga balls during class time have students rotate the 6 yoga balls every three days. Students use the yoga balls while reading, writing, and during quiet time. The balance balls have helped students who need to feel more active. Students made rules for the usage of the balance balls and have followed those rules since the first day. They even wrote the thank-you cards while using them! It is important that students get flexible seating options instead of sitting in a chair for several hours. Thanks again for the donations!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Duarte
Reading in Two Languages!
Funded Oct 19, 2017Thank you all for your generous donations. When I opened the donation box full of books, my students instantly wanted to get their hands on them. I had several books to increase our library options and I also had strategically leveled books to use for guided reading instruction. The books came right on time for our animal unit. My students were stoked to have fresh books to read!
I normally have students check out books from the library on Mondays, and this particular Monday they were able to choose new books. The donation included animal books which they enjoy reading!
During reading time, I have students in literacy centers. Students usually have an independent reading center, vocabulary building center, and small group instruction. Students are able to read their books during reading time and log their reading time on their student sheets. They feel accomplished when they finish a book and usually recommend the book to a friend. This donation has brought many joyful smiles and laughs. Thanks again for this wonderful donation!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Duarte
This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose.org Community and 9 other donors.