This year, I am continuing to transform our technology lab into a fully integrated STEM lab for every little scholar (there are nearly 500!) to enjoy. I am a former archaeologist (who worked for the National Park Service) turned educator. I have been fortunate to be given the opportunity to ignite a passion for science, technology, engineering and mathematics in so many little hearts.
My students come from many diverse backgrounds, which are often underrepresented in STEM; therefore, I have made it my personal goal to single-handedly increase the number of racial and ethnic minorities, women and children from low-income families who later pursue a career in STEM.
Did you know that by middle school most students have already decided what they're good at and what they love to do? A child who leaves elementary school without a love of STEM is very unlikely to decide later to pursue it because they won't view themselves as "good" at it. I want every K-5 child who comes through my door to have the opportunity to fall in love with STEM. I want every child who comes through my room to succeed in STEM!
My Project
Each week 500 students come through my classroom. At the end of each quarter we celebrate their good behavior with popcorn parties and earned free time; but, nine weeks is a long time to wait!
Help me give my students small tokens along the way to help celebrate how amazing they are!
I remember when I was in school helping out teachers and occasionally getting a small treat such as a sticker or a pencil-- these were treasures that I cherished! I want to be able to do the same for my students. As a STEM teacher I see every child in the school and that makes it difficult to dote on them way I'd like. Help me give them the rewards they deserve when they go above and beyond!
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Total project goal
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How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
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Donations toward project cost
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