English learners come from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, countries, and experiences. Some have never attended a formal school, used a computer, or been held responsible for having materials for class each day. I teach English learners who are in 7th and 8th grade. They are among the most kind, honest, and hard-working students I work with in our schools. Beyond language acquisition, I help them: develop social skills, learn real-life applications, use technology, to self-advocate, to access community resources, and use their differences to help them be successful learners.
My Project
Students from all over the world are represented in my classroom; we currently only have maps on the wall, but a globe would be much more effective! The student cubbies will allow my English learners to keep their materials in my room so they don't have to worry about losing them.
Pencils are ALWAYS in short supply!
By providing pencils, a sharpener, and lead, students will be prepared for applying their learning in my classroom everyday. Dry-erase markers are used daily to practice spelling, phonics, and study multiple-meaning words. We already have individual marker boards, but have to share markers at this time.
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