I teach in an Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT) classroom. My students are a very diverse bunch that walk into the classroom every day full of life, ready to learn, and excited for what is in store for them that day. My students are faced with several challenges both in and out of the classroom. Despite the many challenges they face, I make sure to provide my students with creative and meaningful learning experiences. Every day is an adventure with many hidden treasures to discover. I feel very fortunate to influence their lives, as they do mine.
My Project
My students are fortunate enough to get the opportunity to take free swimming lessons at the local YMCA. In order to make this new experience less scary I want them to have proper equipment.
Many of my second graders don't know how to swim and will be learning how to once a week.
We will be commuting to the YMCA and these swim bags will really come in handy to help them stay organized and bring all their necessary things with them to the pool.
The swim program provides each child with a swim cap to use in the swimming pool but nothing else. The requested googles will help my students throughout the swim program to keep the water from their eyes and this experience even more enjoyable.
More than half 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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