Our school is a special program for students with emotional and behavioral needs. Teachers, associates, and therapists work with students in 3rd-8th grade to support their academic and social emotional growth. My 6th graders work tremendously hard to master our learning standards, but we also take time to develop our individual strengths and broaden our understanding of others. We incorporate STEAM activities into language arts and math which allow students to build and design.
Our students are innovators, risk-takers, and active problem-solvers who excel when given project-based opportunities that tap into their creativity and generosity.
Students constantly amaze me, and I look forward to each smile, each act of happiness, and their desire to learn more! I am thankful I was selected to be their teacher.
My Project
What makes learning more exciting? Hands-on activities. Our class is studying mythology and we need a few more books. Stealing Zeus will make this unit come to life in game form. Our science unit is focusing on matter- which is hard to imagine something as small as an atom. Elements, Molecules, and Reactions books will allow us to connect our knowledge through visual representations. The science lab materials will allow us to see chemical change.
Learning comes to life when students engage with the knowledge through hands-on activities, games, and experiments.
Super absorbent polymer, water beads, glow powder, super bouncy ball kits all make science ideas happen in front of the students. Math skills are mastered with games such as Make 7, Blokus, and close the box. Building our skills with fun activities will keep our class motivated and on track.
More than three‑quarters 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
Elements: A Visual Exploration of Every Known Atom in the Universe
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$18.99
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$18.99
Reactions: An Illustrated Exploration of Elements, Molecules, and Change in the Universe
• Amazon Business
$17.49
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$17.49
Molecules: The Elements and the Architecture of Everything
• Amazon Business
$17.41
1
$17.41
Gods and Heroes: Mythology Around the World
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$16.69
1
$16.69
The Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures
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$15.89
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$15.89
Blokus Duo
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$14.99
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$14.99
Water Beads Pack (30000 Small Water Beads /150 Large Jumbo Water beads/15 Balloons) Mixed Jelly Beads Water Gel Balls,Sensory Toys and Decoration
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$12.99
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$12.99
Made By Me Glow The Dark Powerballs by Horizon Group USA, DIY STEM Kit. Make 18 Bouncy Crystal Power Balls, Molds and Instructions Included,Multicolored
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$12.99
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$12.99
WATINC 6Pcs Hand Puppet Making Kit for Kids Art Craft Felt Sock Puppet Creative DIY Make Your Own Puppets Pompoms Wiggle Googly Eyes Storytelling Role Play Party Supplies for Girls Boys
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$12.99
1
$12.99
ArtCreativity Retro Light Up Gyro Wheels Set for Kids- Includes 2, 8.5 Inch Rail Twisters, Mesmerizing Spinning and Lighting Effects Design- Top Fun Gift for Boys and Girls
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$11.97
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$11.97
Zeus on the Loose
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$11.42
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$11.42
Glow In The Dark Pigment Powder - Epoxy Resin Color Pigment Dyes for DIY Slime Coloring Kit - Luminous Skin Safe Long Lasting Self Glowing for Acrylic Paint, Nail Art, Painting, Crafts - 0.4oz Each
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$9.99
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$9.99
Rosy Earth 4 Players Shut The Box Dice Game Classic Adult and Children's Board Game, 12-inch Bar Party
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$9.99
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$9.99
Hasbro Gaming Guess Who? Game Original Guessing Game for Kids Ages 6 and Up for 2 Players
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$9.84
1
$9.84
Make 7 - The Connect-The-Numbers Tile Game by Pressman Multi Color, 5"
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$8.12
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$8.12
Windy City Novelties LED Light Up Gyro Wheel Toy Party Favor
• Amazon Business
$7.99
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$7.99
Materials cost
$230.54
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$15.79
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.46
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$279.79
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$49.37
Total project goal
$329.16
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$329.16
4 Donors
-$158.65
Donations toward project cost
-$139.90
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$18.75
Matching donations from our partners
-$164.58
Match offers toward project cost
-$139.89
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