"The pre-teens at my inner-city school would benefit greatly from physical activity that would help them stay focused, alert, and ready to learn in the classroom.
I teach 5th grade in a low-income urban community. Fifth graders, at ages 9-11, are in need of physical activity to promote energy, men...
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"The pre-teens at my inner-city school would benefit greatly from physical activity that would help them stay focused, alert, and ready to learn in the classroom.
I teach 5th grade in a low-income urban community. Fifth graders, at ages 9-11, are in need of physical activity to promote energy, mental alertness, and self-esteem that so often accompanies physical fitness. The dense population and gang violence in our neighborhood creates little opportunity for the kids to engage in safe outdoor physical activity. My grade-level team and I have noticed the effects of this on our students. Many are often lethargic during learning time and insecure about their body weight, which in turn affects their ability to fully participate in the classroom.
The other 5th grade teacher and I want to change this by running an after-school fitness club that will give students in grades 5 and 6 an opportunity to have fun and be physically active. We've shared this idea with our students, and they are very excited about this opportunity. In order to educate our students about physical fitness and inspire them to create life-long exercise habits, we plan to run an after-school program that blends various modes of physical fitness: yoga, jogging, jump roping, and resistance training. We need yoga mats, jump ropes and resistance bands in order to do this. Your help will increase fitness for students in a community with little opportunity for physical activity, therefore supporting their health, self-esteem, and ability to learn.
My students need 12 yoga mats, 12 resistance bands, and 12 jump ropes.
The cost of this proposal is $492, which includes shipping for any materials requested and fulfillment  ."
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Ms. C. sent this note after the project was fully funded:
Nov 4, 2009
Dear wendi, Matthew, Lea, Kristen, Apartment Therapy, Jose, Jennifer, Molly, Kayla and Anonymous Donor,
Thank you so much for your generosity in funding my project! My students are looking forward to having fun while getting fit. I am also very excited to see this fitness club translate into academic success and social confidence. I plan to invite my students to participate in this club after school, as well as allow them to "check out" the materials to bring them home. This way, they can be physically active after school and on the weekends with their families, as well. I truly believe that kids that engage in physical activity are better able to learn. Thank you for helping this become a reality for my students! With gratitude,
Ms. C.
Photos coming soon!
Region:
California (South)
Where is the classroom located?
Submitted:
Jul 09, 2009
| Expires:
Dec 15, 2009
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Theresa H. (volunteer)
on Jul 8, 2009
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Daphna G. (volunteer)
on Jul 10, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested supplies and posted this project.
Ryan G. (associate)
on Jul 13, 2009
"I donated because I want to support kids in California (South)."
"Thank you , Jose! Your support is much appreciated!"
The teacher Ms. C.
on Oct 2, 2009
"I used to be an elementary teacher and taught art. Now I love that our Apartment Therapy community can help in this way. Come on people, give it up in October!"
Apartment Therapy
from new york, NY
gave
in support of Apartment Therapy Challenge 2009
on Oct 13, 2009
"From one teacher to another, thank you so much!"
The teacher Ms. C.
on Oct 13, 2009
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Health & Wellness education."
"I gave to this project because I love the fact that you are introducing health and wellness to your kiddos! I wish I would have had this ability in school."
"I gave to this project because I believe that all children should have the opportunity to be physically active in their communities. "
"Thank you, Matthew, Kristen, and Kayla. I'm very excited to start a fitness club. It's looking like this may be a reality soon!"
The teacher Ms. C.
on Oct 23, 2009
"I gave to this project because...I saw it on "The Kitchn" blog and I support that kids should be encouraged to be fit and active. And I am a Teach For America alum (Los Angeles '94)."
Molly
from Green Mtn Falls, CO
gave
in support of Apartment Therapy Challenge 2009
on Oct 28, 2009
"I donated because the project will bring important learning opportunities to the classroom."
A donor
gave
on Oct 30, 2009
"Thank you donors!"
The teacher Ms. C.
on Nov 1, 2009
"I gave to this project because reading, art, and exercise are important!"
"I gave to this project because I know that mental and physical health are necessary important to every kid if we want them to succeed. This will teach them self-respect and discipline."
Lea
from Illinois
gave
on Nov 3, 2009
"I gave to this project because I practice yoga daily and it has been transformative. Exercise and meditation are great ways for children to develop in healthy ways."
wendi
from nashville, TN
gave
on Nov 3, 2009
Project fully funded!
Happy news
on Nov 3, 2009
The teacher Ms. C.
on Nov 4, 2009
Purchased the supplies for Ms. C.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.
Jenni D. (staff member)
on Nov 4, 2009
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