My students are SO capable but don't see it yet! This year I hope to further their love of learning while fostering their independence. I know they are capable, but their own self-esteem will grow with more opportunities!
My students reside in a low-socioeconomic, urban area.
My students have a variety of disabilities and most have very limited skills. Most come from Spanish speaking families and many do not have expressive language either. Despite these limitations, in our K-2, 12:1:1 classroom, our educational team strives to set our children up for success. That said, my students rely heavily on visual supports in order to remain as independent as possible. Having visual supports readily available allows my students to follow task schedules and maintain organizational skills, among many other things. Additionally, my students benefit from consistent stimulation. They require frequent sensory input in order to remain focused and on task. With visual and sensory supports in place, my students are able to achieve their maximum potential while having fun!
My Project
My students will be able to make real world connections when real pictures are able to be utilized in the classroom. Real pictures will be readily available for students to refer to in order to complete tasks and remain organized. Additionally, when provided the chance to "work" independently in a sensory center, students will be able to complete tasks while fulfilling themselves on a sensory level. Academic tasks that are embedded in the sensory center will allow students to remain engaged while being challenged.
Donations to this project will immensely improve my classroom.
Having a photo printer and a sensory center readily available to my students on a daily basis would be invaluable. With these supports in place, my students will be able to reach their potential and gain confidence and independence!
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