Past projects 6
Focusing on the More Important Things
Funded Oct 3, 2023We are truly grateful for your generous donation of chips, tampons, antiperspirant wipes, chocolate, toothbrushes and other necessities. Each item you provided will play a crucial role in supporting our efforts to make a positive impact. Your thoughtfulness in choosing such a variety of essentials ensures that we can meet a range of needs and bring some comfort to those we serve.
The snacks and toiletries you donated will not only be useful but will also provide a sense of care and support to individuals who might otherwise go without these basic necessities. The chocolate, in particular, will bring a much-needed touch of joy, while the other items will help maintain personal hygiene and well-being. Your contribution helps us deliver more than just physical goods; it offers a sense of dignity and respect.
Once again, thank you for your kindness and generosity. Your support is invaluable and makes a significant difference in our community. We appreciate your commitment and are inspired by your willingness to make a positive change. Your help is a beacon of hope and a reminder of the goodness in the world.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Munoz
Hello! Is this Thing On?
Funded Aug 3, 2023I extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our project aimed at bridging the language barrier for ESOL high school students through podcasting. Your contribution is invaluable in providing the necessary materials to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment, easing the culture shock experienced by students who have recently moved to the United States. Your commitment to this cause enables us to elevate tried-and-true ESOL strategies, fostering a receptive and growth-oriented atmosphere.
The selection of materials, including Lysol wipes, Kleenex tissues, Rode microphones, and an audio production system, reflects a thoughtful approach to creating a podcasting corner in my classroom. Through curated audio assignments, interactive lessons, and meaningful conversations, my goal is to break down complex textbook ideas into manageable chunks, facilitating language comprehension. These resources are essential for crafting carefully structured interviews and audio lessons, promoting home-learning and differentiated instruction. Importantly, your support ensures that students from low-income households have access to these supplies, exposing them to diverse resources and technologies that can shape their skill sets and career paths. Your generosity not only contributes to academic success but also fosters a sense of inclusion and welcome for every student in my class.
Thank you for your time, kindness, and unwavering support of our mission. Your contributions are making a significant impact on the educational journey of these ESOL high school students, providing them with the tools they need to thrive and succeed.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Munoz
This classroom project was brought to life by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and one other donor.A Voice for Radio
Funded Aug 2, 2023I extend my heartfelt gratitude for your invaluable support in realizing our vision of integrating podcasting into the curriculum to empower students with disabilities. Your generous donations are instrumental in creating a transformative learning experience that goes beyond traditional boundaries, allowing these students to further develop their communication, creativity, and technical skills.
Through your support, our students with disabilities can explore various forms of storytelling, engage in collaborative projects, and share their unique perspectives with a wider audience. The podcasting initiative not only fosters self-confidence and encourages self-expression but also promotes critical thinking in a safe platform where their voices can be heard. Your contributions enable these students to advocate for themselves and others, promoting inclusivity and diversity in the media landscape. The impact of your generosity extends to numerous learning outcomes, enhancing language and literacy skills, improving digital literacy, developing research and interview techniques, and refining presentation and public speaking abilities.
By supporting our podcasting studio with iPads, keyboards, and podcasting tools, you are directly contributing to the enrichment of our students' educational experiences. Your kindness allows them to integrate more technology organically throughout their day, unlocking their potential and shaping a more inclusive and empowering future. Thank you for being champions of education and for making a profound difference in the lives of these students.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Munoz
This classroom project was brought to life by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and 4 other donors.From Necessity to Prosperity: Helping Immigrant Students Thrive
Funded Aug 2, 2023I extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your generous support in fueling our mission to cultivate a lifelong passion for literature and language in my students. Your compassion and commitment to providing essential supplies have already begun to transform their educational journey.
The impact of your support is far-reaching, as it equips my English classroom with the tools necessary to inspire a new generation of passionate readers, expressive writers, and critical thinkers. The provision of supplies such as staples, Kleenex tissues, Sharpies, notebooks, a hot glue gun, a desk calendar, and pencil holders enhances our learning environment significantly. Sharpies, for instance, become invaluable tools for crafting visually engaging charts and diagrams, reinforcing lessons, while the hot glue gun aids in displaying anchor charts and student work. For immigrant students lacking basic supplies, the provision of notebooks empowers them to take ownership of their learning journey, fostering critical thinking and academic progress.
Your support extends beyond the physical materials; it resonates with the creation of an inclusive, interactive, and supportive learning environment. The desk calendar serves as a visual aid, promoting a sense of community and inclusion by keeping students informed about important school events, holidays, and extracurricular activities. Additionally, the pencil holders instill organization and responsibility, helping students quickly adapt to the classroom routine. Together, these resources contribute to celebrating each student's individuality while nurturing their collective growth and academic success.
Once again, thank you for your generosity and commitment to empowering students through education. Your support is a beacon of hope for a brighter future filled with passionate learners and critical thinkers.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Munoz
This classroom project was brought to life by Kleenex and 3 other donors.Laptops for Learning: Enhancing Education with MacBooks
Funded Aug 3, 2023I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support towards our innovative learning project at ASH. Your commitment to fostering a dynamic and inclusive educational environment is truly commendable, and your contribution is instrumental in bringing our vision to life.
Our primary goal for this project is to create a learning space where students are not only motivated but also empowered to excel beyond the confines of traditional education. With your support, we aim to bridge the gap between conventional teaching methods and modern technological advancements by acquiring a MacBook. This will enable us to enhance our educational endeavors significantly, providing students with a platform to strengthen their research, presentation, artistic expression, and problem-solving abilities through podcast creation and newsletter production.
What sets our students apart is their incredible diversity, unique talents, and unyielding determination to succeed. Your donation plays a crucial role in nurturing their innate creativity and fostering growth, ultimately equipping them with essential skills to thrive in an ever-evolving digital world. Our school is a melting pot of cultures, backgrounds, and interests, and your support contributes to making each classroom a dynamic and vibrant space for learning.
I firmly believe that your generosity will help unlock the full potential of our students, instilling in them a lifelong love for learning. Once again, thank you for your invaluable support and for being champions of education.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Munoz
This classroom project was brought to life by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and one other donor.Basic Classroom Supplies
Funded Jun 20, 2022Hello again! I wanted to reach out and thank you for donating basic classroom supplies to my students. I was so excited when I got the call that the materials had arrived at school in order to unpack them with my students. Since most of my students arrived to the United States from their home country only very recently, they were overwhelmed and grateful when they saw the abundance of supplies. I explained what highlighters were, how they were used, and how a highlighter was very different from a marker.
I was very happy that all my students now had a composition book in order to keep their coursework organized and up to date from the very beginning of the school year. This helps my ESOL students not feel unprepared for school and helps give them good self-esteem when they have the basic tools needed in order to be ready to learn. I also wanted to thank you for the pencils, permanent markers, mouse pad, tape, erasers, gel pens, paper, and command hooks. My students are very thankful and have gone so far as labeling their pencils with stickers so they know it is their personal property! It made me smile to see my students get excited to start their notebooks and have their own writing utensils.
The next steps are to continue using our notebook to write down class notes, assignments, as well as language acquisition activities and vocabulary practice. I have interactive journals planned for each unit and I look forward to making our notebooks jam packed with content, color, and writing. Each week I receive a few students that are new to the country and I am pleased to supply them with the basic materials they need to succeed in their education. I started another project where I am looking to add staplers, scotch tape, card stock, and a few other items in order to make these interactive notebooks more accessible to the students. Both my students and myself are very grateful to have received these materials and supplies in order to have a successful academic year!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Munoz