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My name is Maria Cilento. I am a fifth grade special education teacher at P.S. 18 in Staten Island, NY. P.S. 18 is located in a low income area which is very diverse. Many of the students are English Language Learners. Many of the students live in public housing which is located across the street from the school building. A high percentage of our students come from impoverished families. We also have students who live in homeless shelters. Due to these unfortunate circumstances, it is very difficult to receive supplies and support from student's families. My goal is to assist my students in moving forward and establish a love for learning. Any help would be greatly appreciated by the students. Thank you in advance.

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My name is Maria Cilento. I am a fifth grade special education teacher at P.S. 18 in Staten Island, NY. P.S. 18 is located in a low income area which is very diverse. Many of the students are English Language Learners. Many of the students live in public housing which is located across the street from the school building. A high percentage of our students come from impoverished families. We also have students who live in homeless shelters. Due to these unfortunate circumstances, it is very difficult to receive supplies and support from student's families. My goal is to assist my students in moving forward and establish a love for learning. Any help would be greatly appreciated by the students. Thank you in advance.

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