A Greener Future: Teaching Students About Climate Change
Help me give my students the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to become informed and proactive leaders in addressing climate change and protecting our planet for future generations.
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
The items requested will directly enhance students' understanding of climate change by providing hands-on experiences and real-world applications. For example, with educational resources like climate change activity kits, students will be able to actively engage with the material rather than simply reading about it. By using these items, students will develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of the science behind climate change, which is crucial for addressing the environmental challenges they will face in the future.
The primary goal of this project is to raise awareness and foster understanding of climate change among middle school students.
Through hands-on activities, experiments, and collaborative discussions, students will learn about the science of climate change, its global impact, and how they can contribute to solutions. Ultimately, I want to equip students with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed decisions about the environment and to become active participants in the fight against climate change.
My students are a diverse and curious group with a deep interest in understanding how the world around them works. They come from a variety of backgrounds and bring unique perspectives to the classroom, making for rich discussions and diverse problem-solving approaches. Many of them are highly motivated to learn about current global issues, such as climate change, because they understand the importance of protecting the planet for future generations.
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Sandi Rodriguez and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
