Help me give my students experiences at a children’s museum that was perfectly designed to provide “hands-on”, true-to-life activities that could never be available in a school setting.
I am a Virginia Preschool Initiative Teacher in Roanoke, Virginia. We are also called the "Star City." Roanoke is one of Virginia's larger cities. With the larger city, comes large challenges. The children in my classroom are considered "High Risk" because of various hardships. Our students are diverse in socio-economics, national origin, color, religion, physical abilities, and family dynamics. Many of my students are unable to experience rich early childhood opportunities within blocks of their own homes, due to financial restrictions.
In most every situation this is my class’ first experience in embracing differences and understanding respect for others outside of their immediate world.
My mission is not only to provide them with the skills that will lead them to success in Kindergarten, but to nurture and promote early childhood hands-on learning that will pay great dividends through our school year.
My Project
Kids Square provides an experience like no other! This inner-city museum was designed to skillfully provide “hands-on” activities that stimulate and educate a four-year olds mind.
Kids Square provides a “Kids Town” with businesses like Krogers (with a working register), a town Bank (with a working drive-thru), a tv station (with a working television camera), or any of 7 other businesses providing true to life experiences tailored to the heart of a 4-year old.
Additionally, children may visit a theatre, a hair-salon, a black light room, a car garage, a jungle with many large motor stations, a building room, and more.
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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