My class is full of brilliant 6 year olds ready to take on the world. They come in with little knowledge and will come out reading in two languages. My first graders are in a Dual Language Spanish/English program.
Approximately 50% of my students come from native Spanish speaking homes, while the other 50% are from native English speaking homes.
Every day, 90% of the instruction is in Spanish. As we strive to learn the target language, we also introduce English into our day. We follow all the standards for the Common Core State Standards, but they learn primarily in Spanish in first grade. About half of my class receives free or reduced-price lunch and could use the extra help in all areas.
My Project
We are requesting a colored printer and ink to enhance language learning in the classroom. Young students need pictures to help them understand as we introduce new concepts, challenging vocabulary, and help engage the students in deepening their knowledge. With these supplies, we can print the pictures they need. We will also be using the classroom printer for reading, math, and science projects!
You can help make the difference in these first graders' learning by helping to provide new learning opportunities for them.
The students will be thrilled to expand their vocabulary and depth of knowledge with a picture. A picture tells a thousand words.
More than half of 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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