My students need funding for admission to see A Christmas Carol, where they will get into the "Spirit" of the holidays by learning through drama and the arts.
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 Students
The Arts are just one subject my students love engaging in. From playing guitar or singing in the school chorus to attending plays or just acting them out in class. These highly intelligent 5th graders of mine are consistently seeking out new adventures and asking to partake in new experiences. My students are phenomenal kids, with a strong desire for learning through the arts. I am extremely lucky to have acquired an amazing group of kids this year.
Despite their diversities in culture and learning abilities, they all work together very well and are ready to learn each day.
They absolutely enjoy attending field trips which open their eyes to see what is beyond the four walls of their classroom. Due to many of their economic hardships, a vast amount of students are not able to participate in everyday activities that we take for granted, such as visiting a museum, attending a play with family and friends, or even simply seeing a movie. They depend on our school and teachers to provide them with learning experiences outside their comfort zone of home and school.
My Project
This will give students the opportunity to learn about drama outside of the classroom. They will go beyond the four walls of our class and have an unforgettable experience. Most of our students have never attended a play or live drama. The performance of A Christmas Carol at Trinity Reparatory Company is a yearly tradition shared among numerous schools, families, and friends. It is a must-see performance if you live in this community.
I have been trying to keep this tradition alive with all my students who pass through my room.
Each year, I take 5th graders to see the production. Then after, we come together as a community and put together a service project to help our homeless population around the holidays. My students collect any items needed by local agencies and shelters to help others in need get through the harsh winter months. Therefore, taking them to see A Christmas Carol helps us get into the spirit of holidays. We always love to give back!
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
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