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 Project
My students are so happy to be learning in-person, and I couldn’t be happier for them. I teach 6th grade now and taught some of these students in third grade when the pandemic hit. My students work hard and try their best. They’re amazing writers and artists. Learning seems to almost be back to the normal, however, I have to admit there has been a learning loss.
I am a firm believer that a warm and welcoming learning environment produces students who are happier and more eager to learn.
In-person learning has made such a difference in their social and emotional well-being. I want to continue creating a daily space that is warm, welcoming, and calming for them to help them focus their attention on what is being taught. Soft LED lights that border the white board and bulletin boards will definitely help draw their attention to what is being written on the board during instruction and what aids/posters are on the bulletin boards.
The "Hello" doormat will welcome them each day as they walk in and allow them to wipe their shoes on it on rainy days, so the carpet doesn’t get wet and form mildew or smell. The artificial boxwood squares will not only bring greenery into our classroom but will also form a nice backdrop for the neon “good vibes” sign. This will serve as a nice backdrop for pictures I take of my students throughout the year. I not only put together a scrapbook at the end of the year with their artwork and writing but also include pictures of them to see their growth and progress in all areas. With your help, these soothing lights, neon sign, and greenery can transform my classroom into a positive environment that celebrates learning and inspires joy.
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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