My students need hands on living, breathing Science to bridge the gap between paper and real world.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ford's classroom raised $1,122
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My Students
I work in a public elementary school, in an area plagued with high poverty and unemployment, North of a large city in Texas. My students, coming from a school district that was shut down by the state for the unjust education, have faced many obstacles the average 50 year old has never faced. They come to school to learn, despite the lack of stability at home. They are eager mathematicians and soaring scientists. They come from immigrant homes, 100% high risk, where the parents often works two jobs just to make sure that the children have the basic needs for school. My students have a desire to learn and grow. They want to be good role models for their younger siblings. They work hard each day, and they come to school with a positive attitude. I want to make sure that my students have the same opportunities to learn as their peers, who are not facing the same obstacles. In August, our community was hit with a tragic natural disaster, Hurricane Harvey, and it has been exceptionally hard on our students and their families to get back on their feet.
My Project
My project includes engineering activities to help engage students and drive them to develop skills that are necessary for the technological world. The swing ride and the Trebuchet will allow students to work together to build their knowledge on kinetic and mechanic Science.
Our area is lacking in living Science and I believe by adding in the study of life cycles through meal worms and chickens, our students will learn to love and treat the Earth the way it is intended to be treated.
Learning through hands on instruction is the best way to cement knowledge in the community we serve.
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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