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 Students
Teaching in a low-income/high poverty school district provides many challenges. The students in my classroom come from very diverse backgrounds but they have one thing in common...their thirst for learning in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment. They desire an environment that provides ample opportunities for active learning to take place while they are challenged and explore through the use of hands-on activities.
We provide rigorous instruction that enables our children to achieve academic excellence while building the social and emotional skills needed to become well-rounded individuals.
My goal is to offer my students experiences that they would not ordinarily be exposed to. I strive to provide them with hands-on materials that will inspire them to interact, investigate and explore. They love books, technology, and manipulating the environment through their senses. Together we make learning fun and successful.
My Project
As we navigate in person learning, I want to ensure that we keep everyone in our learning environment safe in order to have a successful learning experience. To do so, I am noting many important materials needed in the classroom to be consistent with health and safety protocols.
"Safety First" is our most important rule in the classroom therefore, as we continue to work with our students we must be able to do so safely in order to deliver a high quality education.
The books will be used as visuals and discussion prompts to explain social distancing to the children. The use of the floor mats will assist me in distancing the students appropriately. Disposable gowns, face masks, and plexiglass will be used in accordance with CDC guidelines to maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment. All materials requested are essential resources to conduct learning in the safest way possible.
Thank you so much for your part in keeping us safe.
More than three‑quarters 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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