My students need a pack of desks that develop 21st century skills that are needed for life.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Van Dunk's classroom raised $339
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
My students are hard working and optimistic about the future. Our school strives to promote and cultivate a college-ready mindset in every student because only a quarter of of my students report having a family member attend college.
If you ask my students what motivates them to succeed, they would talk about their family.
Despite facing many challenges, my students come to school ready to learn and be their best in order to make themselves, their family, and their community proud. Every day I am humbled that I get to be their teacher because they recognize the power of education.
My Project
I am asking for a pack of desks. These desks will give my classroom a much-needed upgrade. Many desks I have in my classroom now are old, space-consuming, and a little beat up. The environment of the classroom can set the tone for the learning that will take place in class, and these desks will let students know that they are going to work as a TEAM and that they are supported.
It is very important for students to learn how to work together so that they can apply this skill to future opportunities.
Whether students pursue college or career after high school, working in a group is a skill they need. These requested desks will support this goal and help students learn together.
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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