Funded May 5, 2022Equity, Diversity, and Me. Those are powerful words that students of color need to be empowered with in order to help them identify themselves. The stories that I selected and purchased by you, my donors, allowed students to see themself, and their situation in a story. To give it a name and allow them to feel empowered. The students were delighted to hear me read "A Book About Racism" and "A Book About Belonging." Both stores were relatable to my diverse classroom. Students were able to share stories and give examples of how they overcame feelings of isolation.
While everyone did not share personal stories, they enjoyed reading stories from different perspectives. Including the now Supreme Court justice Sotomayor to Native American stories.
Thank you very much for your generous donations and for helping my students to become lifelong learners.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Cotton