Help me give my students a library of books and toys that encourage positive identity development and opportunities for learning that nurture a growth mindset!
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Bermes's classroom raised $527
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
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
Students belonging to the learning community I serve are mostly black, indigenous, and people of color who come from working families living on the margins financially. A good number of them are immigrants whose parents work as contracted employees (without the guaranteed protections afforded to conventional employees). Over 75% of students receive free and reduced-price meals. Their families have limited resources for the fun stuff (like toys, camps, sporting experiences, etc...), let alone technology for personal use and learning. COVID has presented a particular challenge to this community.
My Project
While we’re engaged in distance learning, the books will be used as part of our weekly lessons building on social-emotional competencies, focused particularly on positive identity development and growth mindset.
In addition to the books I’m requesting, I hope to create a lending library of learning toys that can be checked out by students and families during COVID and beyond.
Students who may struggle with traditional learning opportunities often thrive with self-directed hands-on learning, growing their sense of competency and flexibility in thinking. I intend to maintain and grow this lending library for the purpose of promoting positive identity development and a growth mindset. Thank you for your support!
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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