Our school is K-8 in South Philadelphia. The students within my school are 99% below poverty level. This doesn't stop our loving and caring students from engaging in learning activities to improve their reading and writing skills. Yes, they do not have much and come to school every morning hungry but they try their absolute best everyday! They respect one another and love helping each other to learn new things. They are the stars in our school and they strive everyday to meet their goals in reading, language arts, writing, math and so on.
My Project
The headphones would be used everyday in our technology classes. They will be able to access interactive technology through Lexia that will engage them in the learning process. Using reading programs on computers helps the students focus on the necessary skill sets to boost their reading proficiency. The interactive program with fun graphics gets the children involved and excited about learning. Giving low-income students access to new technology is an investment in their future.
Our students appreciate any little thing they are provided because they come from communities with poverty.
Some are homeless living on the streets and many are in foster homes. We need all the help we can get to get these students focused and engaged in learning activities because their home lives are a struggle.
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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