My students need a wireless graphics tablet and pencils.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Walker's classroom raised $554
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
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.
I teach 9th grade math in an inner city community. My kids face many obstacles everyday, including poverty and gang violence. They are reminded of this daily as they come to school, as the school is located adjacent to a jail and around the corner from the criminal court. Given all that the kids have to overcome on a daily basis, it is nice to see them so excited about learning a subject that will truly make them competitive in today’s technological age.
My students worked so hard last year that they were able to take one of their high school exams in the 8th grade. This year as 9th graders, they will be learning 10th grade curriculum. Ultimately, they are aiming to receive advanced Regent’s diplomas so that they can be admitted into and be successful in highly selective colleges. In order to help them achieve their ultimate goal of college admission, we would like to integrate as much technology into the class as possible.
I would love to be able to move around the room and help students with their work while I deliver the lesson. Having a wireless tablet would allow me the freedom to do this, as I would not be as tied to the computer or projector. Students would also be able to use the tablet to share their work with the entire class from various locations in the room. We also are in need of basic materials to help us to complete our work. The boxes of pencils would help me to implement a no excuses classroom culture by helping to ensure that all of the students have the materials needed to properly complete their work.
All of my students are encouraged to go to college. These materials will help to prepare them for college in that I can better promote strong math skills and study habits. What is unique about this group of students in particular is that they have taken it upon themselves to make a pact as a class to strive for advanced regents diplomas for the entire class. This will give them access to highly competitive colleges. In order to support them in this goal, I aim to provide them with materials comparable to those found in more affluent schools. I always tell them that if they choose to put in the effort, the community will choose to support them in their endeavor. As members of your community, we very much welcome and appreciate your support!
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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