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Mrs. McGowan's Classroom

  • Oaklands Elementary School
  • Laurel, MD
  • Nearly all 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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  • Newcomer Lanugage Development

    Funded May 10, 2024

    Thank you so much for your generosity and support. These resources have meant so much to my students. These dolls have supported the language growth of my newcomer students and I couldn't be more pleased to watch them interact with the resources and one another! These materials have meant so much to us and have made speaking english less scary for my newcomer students. Again, thank you so much for your generosity and kindness in supporting the learning and work in our classroom. Your support means so much!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

    This classroom project was brought to life by A family that cares about education in P.G. County and 4 other donors.
  • Basic Needs for Everyday Learning

    Funded Apr 16, 2024

    Thank you so much for your support and generosity in helping get this project funded. These resources have meant so much to my students and have contributed greatly to their learning. Having supplies on hand for when we need them has truly meant so much to us! It has also relieved the burden of wondering where the materials are going to come from that we need. Again, thank you so much for supporting the learning and work in our classroom. We are so grateful for your kindness and generosity! Take care!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

    This classroom project was brought to life by Carter's | OshKosh B'gosh.
  • Basic Needs for Everyday Learning

    Funded May 30, 2024

    Thank you so much for supporting this classroom project for basic school supplies! These resources have gone such a long way in supporting the growth and learning in our kindergarten classroom. Having the materials on hand for every day learning is such a blessing and it's only possible because of generosity like yours! My students have really put these resources to great use this school year. It's been fun to watch their growth! Again thank you so much for your kindness and support! My students and I are grateful for your help!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

    This classroom project was brought to life by Kleenex and one other donor.
  • Basic Needs for Everyday Learning

    Funded Apr 16, 2024

    Thank you so much for your support and generosity! These basic school supplies have meant the world to my students and I. Having the necessary supplies on hand for when they need has been such a blessing. My students deserve the world and you made that happen! Because of these resources, my students have what they need for all daily learning activities. When they need supplies, we have them! And again, that is because of you! I can't say thank you enough!! Again, thank you so much for your support!!! Have a great day!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

    This classroom project was brought to life by Carter's | OshKosh B'gosh.
  • Go Away Germs

    Funded Apr 22, 2024

    Thank you so much for your support and generosity in getting these resources funded for my students! These supplies have meant so much to us and have helped keep my students healthy and safe so they are in attendance of school as much as possible! These supplies have helped to keep our classroom safe and clean as well. My students workspace is a nice clean space for them to learn and grow. Again, thank you so much for supporting my students! Your kindness and generosity mean so much to us! Take care!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

    This classroom project was brought to life by Power for Good Foundation.
  • Financial Literacy: A Need or a Want

    Funded Nov 8, 2023

    Thank you so much for generously supporting my students and our classroom project. These resources have meant so much to us and their daily learning. My students were so excited when the boxes arrived and they were so eager to put these resources to good use. Their favorite has got to be the play doh. We've been able to incorporate this into so much of our learning. It's so fun when you're teaching lessons that have a hands on component like this. Again, thank you so much for your support and kindness.”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

    This classroom project was brought to life by General Motors & Young Sheldon on CBS and one other donor.
  • Seat Sacks for Safe Keeping!

    Funded Nov 8, 2023

    These seat sacks have been such a blessing in our classroom! Organization is critical in any kindergarten classroom and these seat sacks have helped us stay quite organized! These seat sacks sit so nicely on each child's chair and hold so many of their daily supplies. Students do not need to waste time finding specific resources because they are all housed on the back of their seats. Again, thank you so much for supporting this classroom project! These resources mean so much to my students and I!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

    This classroom project was brought to life by General Motors & Young Sheldon on CBS and 2 other donors.
  • Keep It Printing In Color!

    Funded Oct 30, 2023

    Thank you so much for supporting this project for my students. These ink bottles have ensured that our printer from another DonorsChoose project continues to print in color for future classroom projects. This printer and the additional ink, has provided so many wonderful instructional resources for my students. These learning centers and other colorful displays have been such a welcomed addition to our classroom. Again, thank you so much for supporting this project. These resources have meant so much to us!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

    This classroom project was brought to life by Young Sheldon on CBS and one other donor.
  • No One Can Learn on an Empty Stomach

    Funded Mar 22, 2024

    Thank you so much for helping to bring this project to life! Having snacks on hand for end of day snacks has been such a blessing to our classroom! Transitioning to kindergarten can be hard, and part of that is making it through our long school day. Being able to offer everyone a snack at the end of each day has been amazing! It helps give my students that little boost of energy to make it through our last subject of the day! Again, thank you so much for supporting my students and my classroom. Your generosity means so much to us!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

  • Go Away Germs

    Funded Feb 14, 2024

    Thank you so much for your support and generosity in getting these resources funded for my students! These supplies have meant so much to us and have helped keep my students healthy and safe so they are in attendance of school as much as possible! These supplies have helped to keep our classroom safe and clean as well. My students workspace is a nice clean space for them to learn and grow. Again, thank you so much for supporting my students! Your kindness and generosity mean so much to us! Take care!”

    With gratitude,

    Mrs. McGowan

My students are the greatest group of 5 and 6 year olds! They are always so eager to learn! My class is very diverse with some families being more fortunate than others. With 25 students in my Kindergarten class, my students have learned to work together and support one another. I am very excited to watch them grow throughout the school year!

About my class

My students are the greatest group of 5 and 6 year olds! They are always so eager to learn! My class is very diverse with some families being more fortunate than others. With 25 students in my Kindergarten class, my students have learned to work together and support one another. I am very excited to watch them grow throughout the school year!

About my class

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