Help me give my students materials to teach STEAM concepts using GLAD strategies.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Killeen's classroom raised $295
This project is fully funded
My Students
The children of immigrants, or immigrants themselves, my students value hard work and the opportunities they have, but face many social, emotional, and economic challenges. Over half of them are English learners and 90% come from low income families. Many have come to the United States fleeing intolerance or other hardships at home and are now learning to live in a very diverse community.
My students are developing into reflective learners who seek out opportunities for action.
At our school, we have a focus on communication through writing and presentation literacy. They are learning to tell their own stories. And with such a wide range of experiences to share and to learn from, they have a lot of stories to tell.
My class is caring, curious, and motivated. They love team-building activities and practicing their leadership skills. They enjoy math and the Zumba breaks that come afterwards. They get lost in stories and beg for one more chapter. They love using technology to develop research skills and to share what they've learned. They are great at making do with limited resources, but have so much potential to achieve more, given the opportunity.
My Project
This past school year, I was certified to use GLAD (Guided Language Acquisition Design) strategies to support my students' language development in the classroom. These specific strategies will ensure that my students have the appropriate language knowledge and skills to comprehend, interact with, and apply academic content.
In 4th and 5th grades, STEM content becomes increasingly rigorous and a solid academic vocabulary is foundational for student success.
Materials such as chart paper, pocket charts, and markers will allow me to co-create reference materials with my students that they can refer to in order to scaffold their academic language development. GLAD strategies focus on collaboration and teamwork, so I am also requesting small group organizational materials including caddies and file folders.
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
PP262X - Black Classroom Supply Caddies - Set of 6
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$39.99
1
$39.99
Sustainable Earth by Staples Easel Pads, 27" x 36", White, 50 Sheets/Pad, 4 Pads/Carton (17639)
• Staples Advantage
$32.96
1
$32.96
Scholastic Durable Classroom Pocket Chart, Black (573277) (Pocket Charts)
• Amazon Business
$16.16
2
$32.32
Smead Reversible File Folder, 1/2-Cut Tab, Legal Size, Purple, 100 per Box (15378)
• Amazon Business
$28.54
1
$28.54
Smead File Folder, 1/3-Cut Tab, Legal Size, Assorted Colors, 100 per Box (16943) (Renewed)
• Amazon Business
$19.20
1
$19.20
Expo 16001 Vis-A-Vis Wet Erase Markers - for Use on Overhead Projectors, Transparencies and Laminated Calendars - Fine Point, Pack of 12 Markers
• Amazon Business
$15.51
1
$15.51
PP262 - Black Classroom Supply Caddy
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$6.99
2
$13.98
Sharpie FLIP CHART Water Based Markers, Bullet Point, Assorted, 8/Pack (22478)
• Staples Advantage
$5.77
1
$5.77
Materials cost
$188.27
Vendor shipping charges
$11.98
Sales tax
$17.23
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.82
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$250.30
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$44.17
Total project goal
$294.47
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$294.47
2 Donors
-$99.00
Donations toward project cost
-$84.15
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$14.85
match offer
-$195.47
Match offer toward project cost
-$166.15
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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