My students need the opportunity to explore mathematics in a variety of ways...these standing desks will help us transition from a predominantly sedentary classroom and provide ample opportunity for collaborative learning and exploration.
The students I serve live in an economically disadvantaged neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York. As a Title I school about 99% of our students qualify for free lunch and many of them have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). These enthusiast learners are continuing to joyously experience the power of productively struggling in math and other core subjects in order to accomplish their learning goals.
More than thirty percent of the students in my class struggle to grasp the basic concepts in elementary mathematics.
However, using strategies from the researched based findings of Growth Mindset theory and learning to implement techniques that build perseverance and stamina, we have experienced some measure of success.
As I continue to work with this wonderful group of students I am inspired by their willingness to take risks and overcome challenges as we explore the wonderful world of mathematics. Despite their struggles to stay focused and not give up when facing challenges presented in high cognitive demand tasks, or because of a learning or physical disability, my students demonstrate tenacity and a willingness to keep on trying.
My Project
Exploring and learning mathematics have evolved from the skill and drill age to the wonderful world of touching, talking and collaboratively "doing" math. Researchers claim that standing in class may help improve students' attention and cognitive functioning.
Including these standing desks in my room will create a more interactive, collaborative spirit and help develop a culture for intentional learning in my math laboratory classroom.
My goal is to boost productivity in my class and to provide the opportunity for structured movement and peer interaction by providing three workstations that are stacked with math tools, manipulatives and other mathematical resources that the students have access to and can take the initiative to engage in exploring and solving real world math problems as they assume the responsibility of taking control of their own learning.
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
DESK - CS CONTEMPORARY STAND UP COLLABORATION - 21X16X33 HEXAGON LAMINATE TOP W/BLACK LOCKEDGE - CHROME FRAME - 30-43 ADJ HEIGHT - SPECIFY TOP COLOR - SPECIFY BOOK BOX OR BOOKRACK
• School Specialty
$139.27
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$417.81
Materials cost
$417.81
Vendor shipping charges
$41.78
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.27
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$495.86
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$87.50
Total project goal
$583.36
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$583.36
6 Donors
-$513.00
Donations toward project cost
-$442.02
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$70.98
Matching donations from our partners
-$63.34
Match offers toward project cost
-$53.84
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