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Mrs. Raffaele's Classroom

  • PS 100 Coney Island School
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • More than half 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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  • Cozy Reading Nook and Calming Corner

    Funded Nov 29, 2022

    I am writing this letter to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation towards our classroom's Cozy Reading Nook and Calming Corner. Your kindness has made it possible for our students to have a comfortable and safe space where they can read, relax, and recharge.

    Thanks to your support, we were able to create a cozy reading nook that is perfect for our students to dive into their favorite books. The new pillows, carpet, and bookshelves have created a warm and inviting atmosphere, and the students are already enjoying their new space. Additionally, the Calming Corner you helped us create provides a peaceful and quiet area where students can take a break and regroup when feeling overwhelmed.

    Your donation has not only made our students' learning experience better but has also instilled a sense of community in our classroom. The students are grateful for the new spaces and have expressed how much they appreciate the thought and care that went into creating them.

    Once again, I would like to extend my sincere thanks to you for your generosity and support. Your contribution will have a lasting impact on the students and our classroom, and for that, we are truly grateful.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Raffaele

    This classroom project was brought to life by an Anonymous Classroom Supporter and 2 other donors.
  • The Art of Handwriting

    Funded Feb 2, 2021

    Thank you once again for giving me the opportunity to give my students a set of handwriting practice books, as well as paper and pens that allow them to master their English handwriting skills.

    My students were extremely excited when they heard that new materials were coming to the classroom. Everyone was very interested to open the package once it arrived in our school.

    We have been using the materials daily, during center time, just as I planned. My student truly enjoy practicing the proper pen grasp and letter formation. Over the last few months, I noticed a tremendous improvement in my students' writing skills. They are pacing themselves better and the writing has greater legibility.

    I would not be able to achieve such results without your help!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. Raffaele

Handwriting and letter formation are very important for students’ literacy acquisition, especially English language learners. When students write letters, they learn them more effectively. The materials I chose will allow my students to practice proper pen grasp, letter formation, legibility, and pacing. I plan on using the materials daily, during centers. School days are packed with instructional priorities, and it can be easy to let handwriting fall by the wayside. However, with just a few minutes a day, students’ letter formation skills can improve, leading to positive outcomes for overall literacy development.

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Handwriting and letter formation are very important for students’ literacy acquisition, especially English language learners. When students write letters, they learn them more effectively. The materials I chose will allow my students to practice proper pen grasp, letter formation, legibility, and pacing. I plan on using the materials daily, during centers. School days are packed with instructional priorities, and it can be easy to let handwriting fall by the wayside. However, with just a few minutes a day, students’ letter formation skills can improve, leading to positive outcomes for overall literacy development.

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