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
I teach high school students in the heart of Washington Heights in New York City. I teach a range of students, from students with disabilities to English language learners to students living in unstable homes. Our school provides a warm and welcoming environment because we know that that is important, especially for our student population. Our students are resilient and look towards a bright future.
Many of my students, however, are reluctant to do independent reading.
They often say that our classroom library books are boring and wish we had more exciting books. I usually reply by saying that they just haven't found a book they like but that soon they will. When I have had access to books where they can identify with the character, they have said that the book is exciting and want to continue reading. I want my students to develop a love of reading, and I know they will with the right book. I want to provide all my students with a book to take home and read, then come back to school and discuss what they read.
My Project
I teach high school students in the heart of Washington Heights in New York City. I teach a range of students, from students with disabilities to English language learners to students living in unstable homes. Our school provides a warm and welcoming environment because we know that that is important, especially for our student population. Our students are resilient and look towards a bright future.
Many of my students, however, are reluctant to do independent reading.
They often say that our classroom library books are boring and wish we had more exciting books. I usually reply by saying that they just haven't found a book they like but that soon they will. When I have had access to books where they can identify with the character, they have said that the book is exciting and want to continue reading. I want my students to develop a love of reading, and I know they will with the right book. I want to provide all my students with a book to take home and read, then come back to school and discuss what they read.
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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