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Past projects 14

• STEM and Spheros

  Funded Jan 15, 2025

  In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, the demand for individuals proficient in computational thinking skills is greater than ever before. However, despite the growing importance of these skills, there remains a significant gap in early exposure and systematic development, particularly within educational settings. Research indicates that introducing computational thinking skills at a young age not only enhances problem-solving abilities but also fosters critical thinking, creativity, and logical reasoning—all essential competencies for success in the 21st century. Early exposure to computational concepts has been shown to positively impact students' attitudes toward technology and their future career aspirations in STEM fields.

  Computational thinking skills are important to begin nurturing as young as possible. Through an introduction to computational thinking, students learn the skills to recognize problems, break them down, and search for a solution. Students come across scenarios where computational thinking skills are needed every day, and they

  are skills that can be taught, and practiced. Students will be introduced to Sphero indi beginning in [choose grade level] to begin an introduction to Computational thinking. Indi is an approachable, entry-level learning robot for kids. When students use Sphero indi, they will begin with an introduction to basic programming concepts with a 100% screenless learning environment.

  I plan to use the Sphero indi robots to engage students in a collaborative, play-based, hands-on learning.environment to encourage creative thinking and problem solving. The use of Sphero indi robots helps students to both develop and refine their computational thinking skills across all four pillars of computational thinking:

  decomposition, pattern recognition, algorithmic thinking, and abstraction. Sphero indi also encourages the development of several other 21st-century skills, including problem solving, creativity, critical thinking, and communication. The Sphero indi robots are introductory coding robots and are meant to teach foundational,

  prerequisite computational thinking skills that are needed to block code. Each of the color tiles acts as a different block of code, commanding indi's functions.

  By providing our students with these robots and resources, we are giving them the tools they need to develop computational thinking skills and become innovative problem solvers and critical thinkers, preparing them for an increasingly digital world. We are grateful for the opportunity to apply for this grant. Thank you for considering our proposal and for your commitment to advancing STEM education.”

  With gratitude,

  Mr. G.

  This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community and 5 other donors.

• Connecting Students to the Teacher

  Funded Nov 24, 2020

  I cannot thank you enough for your contribution towards my Learning from Home project. When the iPad was delivered and I setup I immediately realized the different things I could do.

  The iPad has allowed me to have multiple applications open at the same time, and the ability to stream video has been much better and there have been far fewer interruptions and me being dropped from meet sessions. I am also able to create different content for students and overall I have had far fewer problems. At times the iPad is able to function as a second computer screen.

  This iPad has been a great addition to my classroom and I am looking forward to using for many years to come. Thank you again for your help in funding this project.”

  With gratitude,

  Mr. G.

• Learning from Home

  Funded Nov 24, 2020

  I cannot thank you enough for your contribution towards my Learning from Home project. When the computer was delivered and I setup I immediately saw the difference in performance and things I could do compared to the old computer.

  The computer has allowed me to have multiple applications open at the same time, and the ability to stream video has been much better and there have been far fewer interruptions and me being dropped from meet sessions. I am also able to create different content for students and overall I have had far fewer problems.

  This computer has been a great addition to my classroom and I am looking forward to using for many years to come. Thank you again for your help in funding this project.”

  With gratitude,

  Mr. G.

• Keeping the Classroom Clean

  Funded Aug 14, 2019

  I want to thank this moment to thank you for the donations to make this project happen. The vacuum cleaner has allowed me to keep the room cleaned, I am now able clean in tight spaces and use the tools for keyboard cleaning as well as on top and inside of desks. Even though students are not able to personally use the vacuum cleaner they have noticed that areas have been cleaner, there is not as much dust, and students are happier that the room is cleaner. By using the vacuum cleaner every other day I am able to insure that students have a clean and well kept area for learning.”

  With gratitude,

  Mr. G.

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and 2 other donors.

• Having a Sphero Good Time

  Funded Mar 27, 2018

  I wanted to let you know how valuable and how appreciative we are of your donation. I have been trying for some time to integrate stem concepts into my classroom. This is a very valuable skill, one that can have implications for future course of study and jobs. With your donation I am now able to do that. I have been using the Sphero robots with the students for several class periods now. Students have been getting into the lessons, they are engaged, and they find the material fun and challenging. After this year I look forward to expanding the Sphero robots to be used by students in other grades.”

  With gratitude,

  Mr. G.

  This classroom project was brought to life by Ripple.

• STEM & Sphero Fun

  Funded Mar 27, 2018

  I wanted to let you know how valuable and how appreciative we are of your donation. I have been trying for some time to integrate stem concepts into my classroom. This is a very valuable skill, one that can have implications for future course of study and jobs. With your donation I am now able to do that. I have been using the Sphero robots with the students for several class periods now. Students have been getting into the lessons, they are engaged, and they find the material fun and challenging. After this year I look forward to expanding the Sphero robots to be used by students in other grades.”

  With gratitude,

  Mr. G.

  This classroom project was brought to life by Ripple.

• Programming with Sphero

  Funded May 21, 2017

  Thank you for the donation, the robots are something that I have been wanting to use, however they are a bit expensive. The robots will allow me to introduce programming to students in a fun and exciting way. There are several different apps that can be used with the robots, and this is more exciting then programming just on the computers. Students need to be exposed to different activities in STEM, and these robots will definitely let me do that. Students have been trying them out already and they are excited to use them in the future. Thank you for your generosity and contributing to my project.”

  With gratitude,

  Mr. G.

• iPads for Osmo Kits

  Funded Mar 13, 2017

  Our school has been replacing technology and updating it for the last 2 years. One of the items we have been looking at is iPads, and how and what technology can be used with them in the classroom. These iPads will allow us to continue integrating iPads into the classroom and to try out new programs and activities with them.

  Students have been very excited to use the iPads, especially when they are paired with the Osmo Kits. The kits and iPads have allowed students to focus on their basic skills and to improve them in fun and exciting ways.

  The iPads have been integrated into the 1st, and 3rd grade classrooms and students are always asking to use the iPads because they are easy to use, and many students do not have access to tablets at home.

  I just wanted to say thank you for your generosity.”

  With gratitude,

  Mr. G.