This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.
My Students
Lower elementary school can be challenging for some students who miss the comforts of extended play, naps, and snacks that were afforded them in early childhood. Fortunately, our students are equipped to tackle challenge.
Many of our students come from challenging home lives where they are exposed to high levels of stress, trauma, and violence.
Despite all of this, they arrive to school with bright, shining smiles and are eager to learn and play every day. They persevere and show resilience in everything they do.
My Project
Recess provides students an opportunity to have a brain break, breathe fresh air, and play cooperatively with friends. Many of our students only play outside during school hours due to increased neighborhood gun violence and crime. School grounds provide a safe and supervised time and space for students to thrive from the physical and social benefits of play. Currently recess time is full of conflict because our young students have no recess materials. Help our students have equipment to focus their energy and keep our recess time a safe and enjoyable time for our K-2 students. This equipment will encourage cooperative play and let all children be productively engaged in recess at the same time.
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