"I teach AP Language and Composition, Advanced English II, and Senior English in a high school located in a poverty-stricken area of Tennessee.
At the moment, I have bathroom facing (that at one time had a sheen) nailed to what use to be chalk boards. My students love to visually see what I refer to...
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"I teach AP Language and Composition, Advanced English II, and Senior English in a high school located in a poverty-stricken area of Tennessee.
At the moment, I have bathroom facing (that at one time had a sheen) nailed to what use to be chalk boards. My students love to visually see what I refer to but my approach to teaching has not worked well due to the lack of resources on hand.
I need a portable White board with the necessary components in order to teach to low-income students who are striving to take advanced classes. Students are driven to learn when a visual aid is used. I need to empower them and keep them thinking by letting them "see: what I am teaching.
You will make it possible for students in my class to focus on the belief that people in the community care about the education they receive. My students strive to meet standards that they can't visualize. As a teacher, I need your support. These students need your support.... Please donate! You will be positively rewarding those students who want to go the extra mile in an advanced class.
See Mrs. P.'s class participating in this project!
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Oct 1, 2009
Dear Ron, William, Sycamore Eighth Grade Teachers of 2004-2005, Chubbycat, Brittany, jessica, Nate, @jimdye on Twitter, Vince, Michele, Christian Grantham, Cricket, Paul, Saber and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation,
I want to send a sincere thank-you note for your contributions to my classroom. We were in need of a whiteboard and not only has it arrived, but we are using it today in class. My students helped me put the board together and were so very excited to know how much people care about their education. With my warmest wishes, I want to thank each donor and I want you to know that your generosity has made a difference to the students in my class. Funding in most of the nations counties are at an all time low, and there isn't enough money to distribute for items that are truly essential to a class of students. Most of my students are visual learners and they need to see, visually, what I am talking to them about. The whiteboard gives them the opportunity to get that visual aid and use it to their benefit. There was no way I could have funded this project personally, and I did pray for the help. I thank each and every one of you for giving in a time when money is tight and resources are lacking....
With gratitude, Mrs. P.
Mrs. P. sent this note after the project was fully funded:
Sep 28, 2009
Dear Ron, William, Sycamore Eighth Grade Teachers of 2004-2005, Chubbycat, Brittany, jessica, Nate, @jimdye on Twitter, Vince, Michele, Christian Grantham, Cricket, Paul, Saber and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation,
I never thought so many people were dedicated to the well-being of the students in a single classroom. The response to this project was quite overwhelming to me and my students found excitement every time I told them a new sponsor gave to our project. The whiteboard I have asked for will make a huge difference to the visual aspects of learning, and I thank you all. Sometimes when funding is hard to come by and it looks like there is little left available for help, a teacher brings up a way to "find" the money. My AP professor, over the past summer, mentioned Donorschoose.org and I am very thankful for the ability to help my students by asking for a very simple instrument.... a whiteboard. Thank you all for donating. God Bless you!
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Shelia S. (volunteer)
on Jul 9, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested supplies and posted this project.
John C. (associate)
on Jul 9, 2009
"I gave to this project because I would like to become a High School teacher in Robertson County, and I know how hard it is to receive funding for school projects."
Lea
from Greenbrier, TN
gave
in honor of Sycamore Eighth Grade Teachers of 2004-2005
on Sep 19, 2009
"Thank you so much..... I know you are aware of the shortfall in money this year that has been passed down to the classrooms... I am greatful for your help....."
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Sep 21, 2009
"I gave to this project because God reminded me to give now while it counts! You are His Pride and Joy!!!"
"I gave to this project hoping to help this teacher get her point across to students more clearly and to focus needed attention on the elected officials who are failing these students."
Christian Grantham
from Murfreesboro, TN
gave
in support of Tennesseans For Education
on Sep 22, 2009
"I gave to this project because it was an easy way for me to make a difference in the lives of this teacher and her students."
"When someone asks for something as simple as a whiteboard, I would bet the farm that this teacher already has great expectations for how it will be used."
"The Lord must be shining down on me this week.... Thank you, thank you, thank you....... Every donation helps me meet my goal, and that goal is to teach tomorrows leaders.... Scary but true... Again, Thank You."
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Sep 23, 2009
"I gave to this project because education is the only thing that can never be taken from you!"
"I agree totally. It is certainly difficult to be a successful teacher when supplies are inadequate to your need. I whole-heartedly send you a thank you for helping me build my class into a learning zone.... Thanks Again!"
"Thank you so much for your help.... My students and I are appreciative of the support you have given."
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Sep 23, 2009
"Of course! We're glad to help! Thanks for teaching our state's kids =)"
Nate
from
on Sep 23, 2009
"I gave to this project because I am a visual learner as well, and without visual learning aids such as white boards I probably wouldn't have been as academically successful as I am. To me, white boards are simple, almost necessary items because I use several at work and even several at home to write down To-Do lists, grocery lists, etc. They are a great aid in organization as well. To find that a classroom in Tennessee is not able to afford one is disheartening. I wish you all good luck & success!"
jessica
from los angeles, CA
gave
on Sep 24, 2009
"Your help is deeply appreciated and I hope that all of my visual learners will get the same rewarding experiences from the learning process... Thank you!"
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Sep 24, 2009
"I gave to this project because I know how important it is to have the needed resources for instruction."
Michele
from Tennessee
gave
on Sep 24, 2009
"I gave to this project because I am able to do so. Its really that simple. "
"Thank you both for your support. I think teachers are always trying to find ways to better their teaching strategies, and this white board will make a positive difference in my classroom... Thank you for caring!!!"
The teacher Mrs. P.
on Sep 24, 2009
"I gave to this project because I believe that the children of Tennessee deserve the best education that the citizens of Tennessee can provide."
"We provided DonorsChoose.org with matching funds for projects that improve college readiness. We believe that when all people in the United States have the opportunity to develop their talents, our society thrives."
gave
on Sep 26, 2009
Project fully funded!
Happy news
on Sep 26, 2009
"Thank you to all of the people out there who were willing to put education first! I am surely greatful for your help and my current and future studentes will forever be greatful!"
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on Jul 9, 2009
