Hi! I teach an amazing group of sixth, seventh and eighth grade gifted and talented students at a high poverty middle school. I am constantly impressed by their hard work and determination to succeed academically and personally.
One of my previous students was recently the valedictorian of her graduating class and will be going to Yale in the fall.
I believe that science should always be taught in a hands-on and exciting way, and my students love it! Wouldn't it be great to have a positive impact on these great minds?
My Project
Having hands-on learning experiences are the key to making learning memorable! My students will soon be learning about invasive species here in Michigan, but without getting to actually see and touch those species they aren't likely to remember the experience.
Having the actual invasive species in front of them to see and touch, they will forever remember this learning experience!
I can say the same for the groundwater pollution lesson. Most students have no idea what pollutants are, or how they enter into our water supply. Having a memorable hands-on activity for them to do makes it last a lifetime in their mind.
Nearly all 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
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