These second graders have had quite the school experience. They were in kindergarten when their lives shut down due to COVID. They only got half of the year in the school. Then, moving into first grade, many of them chose to stay home so this year is their first real year at school. Because of this, we have been working extremely hard to get them all caught up to a second grade level. They are troopers though! These kids do nothing but smile. They tell me all of the time how excited they are to learn.
For some crazy reason, these kiddos even enjoy our testing days.
They say it is because they like to challenge themselves and see how much they actually know. Even if there is a misconception, they try to keep a positive attitude and fix their mistakes. Their love of learning is refreshing and helps me stay exciting teaching them. I absolutely love planning new lessons because I know my students are going to be happy with each new activity.
My Project
When a classroom is cluttered, it causes students to be distracted and hinders learning. When lessons are scattered and materials are all around the classroom, students can easily be overstimulated. Having materials to help organize lesson plans and materials will allow our class to run more smoothly. For example, an iPad will allow me to reach out to students who are unable to come to the school. I will also be able to move around the classroom while teaching to help my students remain on task and focus.
Students will be set up to succeed with the materials chosen.
The materials I chose were all specifically selected to help with classroom and lesson organization. My goal is to create a classroom environment where students are set up for success. Having a clean space is the first step to that.
Apple - 10.2-Inch iPad (Latest Model) with Wi-Fi - 256GB - Silver
• Best Buy Education
$479.99
1
$479.99
Safco Products Wood Adjustable Literature Organizer, 36 Compartment 9424MO, Medium Oak, Durable Construction, Removable Shelves, Stackable,Light Brown
• Amazon Business
$109.98
1
$109.98
Apple Pencil - stylus for tablet
• Best Buy Education
$99.99
1
$99.99
Snail Sports Ball Storage Rolling Cart Lockable Sports Ball Storage Rack with Elastic Straps, Stackable Ball Cage for Garage Storage Organizer, Compact Size But Functional, Matt Black
• Amazon Business
$51.99
1
$51.99
Double Sided Dry Erase Boards, Ohuhu 30-Pack 9 x 12 Inch Whiteboards Set, Including 30 x Lap Board, 30 x Black Markers, 30 x White Boards Eraser for Students, Classroom, Back to School Supplies
• Amazon Business
$38.99
1
$38.99
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener Heavy Duty, Classroom Pencil Sharpener for 6.5-8mm No.2/Colored Pencils, UL Listed Professional Pencil Sharpener w/Stronger Helical Blade, Gray
• Amazon Business
$27.00
1
$27.00
Materials cost
$807.94
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$12.12
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$850.06
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$150.01
Total project goal
$1,000.07
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$1,000.07
1 Donor
-$1,000.00
Donations toward project cost
-$850.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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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 Mrs. Inkley and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
