"I teach kindergarten in a high-poverty school in Maryland. My classroom is the foundation of where learning begins. I have pushed hard for my kindergarten students to have "Center/Choice Time" but there are no materials available to support this time. Centers offer purposeful, hands-on, active and...
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"I teach kindergarten in a high-poverty school in Maryland. My classroom is the foundation of where learning begins. I have pushed hard for my kindergarten students to have "Center/Choice Time" but there are no materials available to support this time. Centers offer purposeful, hands-on, active and collaborative learning. Students are given opportunities to participate in a creative thinking process. Our school day is very structured and students are not given many chances to express their creativity and independence. The focus is on reading and math. I would like to start an art and science center. I need materials to make this happen. For the art center I need an easel, paints, paint brushes and smocks. I would like to provide my students with hands-on, science manipulatives. My focus is to develop the "whole child". Your help will make it possible for my students to explore their world in depth and creatively develop fine motor skills.
My students need the opportunity to participate in science and art centers, therefore we are asking for 19 art supplies, such as tempera paints, aprons, and paint brushes; and a comprehensive instant science center.
HIDE
Dec 14, 2009
Dear Hsin-Li, Wendy, Shelley, Noah & Deborah, MJ, Rebecca, Naydee, sarah, Lisa, kim, sheri, Jen, James T, Melissa, Vicki, Julia, margaret, melissa, Mrs. Sabnis Rangnekar, Jonathan, John, Stephanie, Jacqueline, Amy, Emily, Aleesha, annikah and Anonymous Donors,
Thank you for your generous donations. Your donations have encouraged my students to use creative, analytical and scientific skills during "center time." The students have painted pictures related to all of our content areas. The students are learning about the weather, magnets, human body, and their five senses. During their free time, my students are still learning. They are engaged and eager to participate in the science and art center. Please continue to make a difference in the lives of children. With gratitude,
Ms. H.
Ms. H. sent this note after the project was fully funded:
May 3, 2009
Dear Hsin-Li, Wendy, Shelley, Noah & Deborah, MJ, Rebecca, Naydee, sarah, Lisa, kim, sheri, Jen, James T, Melissa, Vicki, Julia, margaret, melissa, Mrs. Sabnis Rangnekar, Jonathan, John, Stephanie, Jacqueline, Amy, Emily, Aleesha, annikah and Anonymous Donors,
Your generous donations will enable my students to express creativity. The art center allows each student to independently express themselves. They will create their own "masterpiece." The science center allows my boys and girls to use hands-on materials to observe, investigate, and make conclusions about our world. Thank you for your contributions. You have made a difference in the lives of so many little ones! With gratitude,
Ms. H.
Photos coming soon!
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Nadine R. (volunteer)
on Nov 25, 2008
Verified the cost of the requested supplies and posted this project.
John C. (associate)
on Nov 27, 2008
"I gave to this project because...I love science and want you to be able to too. "
Shelley
from Baltimore, MD
gave
on Jan 21, 2009
Noah & Deborah
gave
on Mar 28, 2009
"I gave to this project because I think both art and science are important. We need more scientists, but we also need them to be creative. The two are not exclusive of one another...rather, they compliment and enrich each other. I think this approach is important to the future of our country."
Jonathan
gave
on Apr 9, 2009
"I gave to this project because of how students will have fun as they study math, science, art, history, and English. "
Mrs. Sabnis Rangnekar
gave
on Apr 9, 2009
"I gave to this project because...my daughter, who is in Kindergarten, loves her center time...going from one thing to the next. Also... creativity is key!!!"
melissa
gave
on Apr 9, 2009
"I gave to this project because i went to school at Maryland institute College of Art, and want to continue to keep Baltimore as a center for artists!"
margaret
gave
on Apr 10, 2009
A donor
gave
on Apr 10, 2009
"I gave to this project because... I love to do centers!"
annikah
gave
on Apr 10, 2009
Julia
gave
on Apr 10, 2009
"I would like to personally say "Thank you!" Your donations are greatly appreciated!"
The teacher Ms. H.
on Apr 11, 2009
"Thank you for your commitment to creativity!"
Julia
on Apr 11, 2009
"I gave to this project because... everyone should enjoy hands-on activities"
Aleesha
gave
on Apr 11, 2009
Wendy
from Stevensville, MD
gave
on Apr 11, 2009
"I gave to this project because I know how important it would be to the school."
Emily
gave
on Apr 12, 2009
"I gave to this project because...I want kids to have new experiences."
Vicki
gave
on Apr 14, 2009
"I gave to this project because... I wanted to help"
Melissa
gave
on Apr 16, 2009
"I gave to this project because...Art is an important part of being young. Kindergarden is the best time to start if not at home before then."
James T
gave
on Apr 16, 2009
Jacqueline
gave
on Apr 16, 2009
"I gave to this project because I am in the medical field and feel it is important for science to be fun and kids to learn about it."
sheri
gave
on Apr 16, 2009
"I gave to this project because...I'm an art teacher and feel all kids should get the opportunity to create art!"
kim
gave
on Apr 16, 2009
Lisa
gave
on Apr 16, 2009
"I gave to this project because...Chidren can learn and play in a good enviroment."
Hsin-Li
from San Jose, CA
gave
on Apr 16, 2009
"I gave to this project because art is so, so important in our every day lives. It teaches us many things and opens us to things we might never get to see. I encourage all of you to get as much art into your lives as you can!"
sarah
gave
on Apr 16, 2009
A donor
gave
on Apr 16, 2009
"I gave to this project because I believe students need art to help them mentally, physically and emotionally grow up. Wish you the best!"
Naydee
gave
on Apr 17, 2009
Rebecca
gave
on Apr 17, 2009
A donor
gave
on Apr 17, 2009
Stephanie
from Woodbridge, VA
gave
on Apr 17, 2009
John
from New York, NY
gave
on Apr 17, 2009
"Your donations will make a tremendous difference. Thank you for your donations!"
The teacher Ms. H.
on Apr 19, 2009
Project fully funded!
Happy news
on Apr 29, 2009
The teacher Ms. H.
on May 4, 2009
Purchased the supplies for Ms. H.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.
Jeana T. (staff member)
on May 4, 2009
The teacher Ms. H.
on Dec 14, 2009
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