"Reaching my middle school students is simply the most rewarding aspect of teaching for me. Teaching in a high-needs community unfortunately means my 6th, 7th and 8th grade students sometimes don't have all the resources they need. Which brings me to my problem... We have a dictionary dilemma!
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"Reaching my middle school students is simply the most rewarding aspect of teaching for me. Teaching in a high-needs community unfortunately means my 6th, 7th and 8th grade students sometimes don't have all the resources they need. Which brings me to my problem... We have a dictionary dilemma!
Our middle school is fairly new and one of my main issues last year was that I only had about 8 old collegiate "pocket" dictionaries for my 30 students. My students love using the dictionaries, but three kids usually had to huddle around and share the tiny pocket dictionaries. Then, once they found the word, students had a hard time understanding the definitions because they were not written in age-appropriate language. So, I'm pleading for a complete set of 30 intermediate level dictionaries. With new dictionaries, my students be able to enhance their reference, vocabulary and comprehension skills. Plus, these colorful dictionaries will also increase their interest in using reference books more frequently. Your help will ensure that my students feel empowered. My students know about the budget cuts and have written their local government in attempts to rectify the situation. The bottom line is that I want students to feel proud of their school, themselves and the public at large. I want them to know, despite our funding crisis, that there are people out there that truly care about their futures! They really do deserve the best!
My students need a complete set of 30 age-appropriate dictionaries.
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Mrs. G. sent this note after the project was fully funded:
Oct 20, 2009
Dear Scorpion, Noemi, Jennifer, a friend, Lea, Trisha, Laurie, Julie, Gaming Girl, Cheryn, HP and Anonymous Donors,
I just want to take this moment to say how much I appreciate your support! The class set of dictionaries you have helped purchase will impact my students in countless ways. I currently teach 6th, 7th and 8th grade, so the thirty dictionaries you have purchased will be used by at least eighty students this year, as well as with future classes to come.
From learning new vocabulary and resource skills to simply knowing that there are people out there that believe in them, my students will benefit from their new dictionaries immensely. This project was fairly costly, and I'm absolutely blown away that it's been funded! I just can't express how much I appreciate your generosity!
Thanks so much! With gratitude,
Mrs. G.
Photos coming soon!
Region:
Maryland
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Submitted:
Aug 13, 2009
| Expires:
Jan 19, 2010
Additional Details
Level:
Grades 6-8
School type:
NLNS
Teacher's funded projects:
2
Thank-you punctuality:
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Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Olena M. (volunteer)
on Aug 15, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested books and posted this project.
Scott C. (associate)
on Aug 16, 2009
"I gave to this project because Mrs G made me!"
Scorpion
from Arizona
gave
on Aug 23, 2009
"Thanks for donating to my classroom Scorpion! It's really appreciated!"
The teacher Mrs. G.
on Aug 24, 2009
A donor
gave
on Aug 25, 2009
"Wow! Thanks "donor!" That total is definitely coming down! And school starts Monday for the kids! Spread the word!"
The teacher Mrs. G.
on Aug 25, 2009
"I gave to this project because I can't believe your students don't have enough dictionaries to use in the classroom! They need materials! "
A donor
gave
in support of Maryland
on Sep 3, 2009
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Literature & Writing education."
a friend
from Maryland
gave
on Sep 21, 2009
Julie
from Oregon
gave
on Sep 22, 2009
"Thank you so much "friend" and Julie! Your donations have gotten us closer to a full class set of dictionaries...which we are in desperate need of! Spread the word!"
The teacher Mrs. G.
on Sep 22, 2009
"I gave to this project because I'm a teacher too and I get it!"
A donor
gave
on Sep 23, 2009
"Awesome...thanks so much "donor.""
The teacher Mrs. G.
on Sep 23, 2009
"HP is pleased to contribute to the Social Media Challenge and support teachers and students."
HP
from Palo Alto, CA
gave
in support of Christina's LIS Giving
on Oct 8, 2009
"Thanks so much HP! Your support is much appreciated!"
The teacher Mrs. G.
on Oct 10, 2009
"I gave to this project because...
I have a little extra to give today. "
Gaming Girl
from Fairfax, VA
gave
in support of Christina's LIS Giving
on Oct 16, 2009
"I gave to this project because I believe in the caring and encouragement that Stacy Geis gives to her students! Keep up the great work, Mrs. G!"
Cheryn
from Ohio
gave
on Oct 16, 2009
"Gaming Girl and Cheryn! You guys are awesome! Thanks so much for supporting me and my students as I strive to provide them with the necessary tools they need to suceed!"
The teacher Mrs. G.
on Oct 16, 2009
"I gave to this project because Stacy is really dedicated to her students. I believe in supporting public school education and the communities where the students live. "
Jennifer
from
gave
on Oct 17, 2009
"I hope this helps you to continue to inspire your students. "
Trisha
from theodore, AL
gave
on Oct 18, 2009
"WOW! This is so awesome! Jennifer and Trisha...thanks so much for donating! Just a few more dollars and my classes will have their dictionaries! Thanks for believing in my kids and making their education a successful!"
The teacher Mrs. G.
on Oct 18, 2009
"I gave because I love to read dictionaries (and all books) and I hope you will, too."
Noemi
from berkeley, CA
gave
on Oct 18, 2009
"I gave to this project because I love my dictionary and want you to have one too."
Laurie
from Connecticut
gave
on Oct 19, 2009
"Noemi and Laura, I can't say thank you enough! It's so nice to see such wonderful people support our youth! Thanks so much for helping me help my kids!"
The teacher Mrs. G.
on Oct 19, 2009
"I helped because students need basic materials."
Lea
from Spokane, WA
gave
on Oct 19, 2009
Project fully funded!
Happy news
on Oct 19, 2009
The teacher Mrs. G.
on Oct 20, 2009
Purchased the books for Mrs. G.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.
Jenni D. (staff member)
on Oct 21, 2009
"Mrs. G: There can be an endless use for this kind of material. I am very pleased to have been able to help you get a small part of the things you need. Thank you for your dedication to teaching and your students."
Lea
from Spokane, WA
on Oct 23, 2009
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