Let's MAKE a Difference: Inspiring Creativity & Innovation With STEAM
My students need various materials to let their imaginations soar: paper, cardboard, Legos, blocks, circuits, and craft supplies will allow them to create and innovate!
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Chacon's classroom raised $822
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
Our students attend this Title I school in grades 1 through 5. We have general education, bilingual, and dual-language (English/Spanish) classes available to them. The majority of them (83%) come from economically disadvantaged families; as such, they may not have the opportunities to get their hands on various books and projects in order to spur their imagination.
Despite the circumstantial challenges placed on the students, they were able to meet and even exceed the state standard on the STAAR testing in 2015.
Our students are capable, bright, and the future of this country.
My Project
The majority (83%) of my students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds; as such, they generally cannot afford even the most basic of school supplies. Having a MakerSpace in the library will allow students from all backgrounds the opportunity to dabble, draw, paint, create, and innovate with supplied materials.
With the emphasis on STEAM in today's educational curriculum, elements of MakerSpaces are becoming more and more essential to a well-rounded education.
Creating an environment of thought, innovation, and risk-tasking encourages our children to develop into forward-thinkers who are not afraid to try ideas and adapt as necessary.
Housing the MakerSpace in the library ensures that every student in the school will have the opportunity to utilize the materials. All students grades 1 through 5 have an activity rotation through the library, where they will be able to create to their hearts' content.
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
Peel-and-Stick LEGO® Compatible Baseplates - 4 pack (10" x 10") - Fastest and Easiest DIY Play Table or Wall - By Creative QT (4, Blue)
• Amazon Business
$29.95
1
$29.95
Circuit Maze Board Game
• Amazon Business
$29.95
1
$29.95
K'NEX 375 Piece Deluxe Building Set
• Amazon Business
$27.16
1
$27.16
Gravity Maze
• Amazon Business
$25.99
1
$25.99
SiCoHome Scrapbooking Supplies Scrapbook Kit Scrapbooking Paper Scrapbooking Stickers DIY Photo Albums Craft Supplies And Diary Decor Scrapbook Accessories(Deluxe Set)
• Amazon Business
$25.99
1
$25.99
LEGO Classic Creative Bricks 10692
• Amazon Business
$11.99
2
$23.98
Pacon Classroom Keepers Construction Paper Storage for 12-inch by 18-inch Paper, 10 Slots (001316)
• Amazon Business
$22.02
1
$22.02
Neenah Astrobrights Premium Color Paper Assortment, 24 lb, 8.5 x 11 Inches, 500 Sheets, Happy
• Amazon Business
$10.19
2
$20.38
Snap Circuit Compatible Storage Carrying Case With Removable Trays - My Circuit Box Stores All Snap Circuits Products - Perfect Snap Circuit Storage Organizer
• Amazon Business
GoldieBlox Girl Inventor Zipline Action Figure
• Amazon Business
$17.21
1
$17.21
Snap Circuits Jr. SC-100 Electronics Discovery Kit
• Amazon Business
$17.09
1
$17.09
Crayola Inspiration Art Case (140 Pieces) with Crayons, Art Tools, Colored Pencils, Washable Markers, Paper and Portable Storage
• Amazon Business
$17.09
1
$17.09
GoldieBlox and The Spinning Machine
• Amazon Business
$16.95
1
$16.95
Rubik's Cube
• Amazon Business
$8.18
2
$16.36
GoldieBlox and the Dunk Tank
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
GoldieBlox Ruby Rails Action Figure with Parachute - Ages 4 and Up
• Amazon Business
$14.97
1
$14.97
Source One Deluxe Desk Organizer Frosted Acrylic 6x6x6 Inch with 4-Drawer - Cube
• Amazon Business
$13.64
1
$13.64
Sparco Storage Organizer, X-Cube, 6 x 6 x 6 Inches, Clear (SPR82979)
• Amazon Business
$12.46
1
$12.46
Melissa & Doug Design-Your-Own Bracelets
• Amazon Business
$4.00
3
$12.00
SiCoHome Paper Punch,Scrapbooking Punches 10 Pieces,Cute Multi-pattern Hand Press Shapes,Kid Cut DIY Handmade Hole Puncher for Festival Papers and Greeting Card
• Amazon Business
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