Help me give my students the opportunity to share their thinking and learning, while in a virtual setting.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Bester's classroom raised $591
This project is fully funded
My Students
I love that my students are resilient, positive, and very eager to continue learning. Remote learning was a very different and difficult transition for my students. The traumatic experiences caused by Covid 19 and social unrest, coupled with lack of computer/technology skills and equipment led to some students feeling unmotivated and less confident in their abilities. I start each class by asking my students “How do you feel and what makes you happy?” When I get responses like “You do, Ms. Bester” and “School makes me happy.”, it warms my heart. Their optimism and determination motivate me to do whatever I can to make their learning journeys a little easier.
My Project
I teach English Language Arts to students in Kindergarten through second grade and I am always looking for different ways to have my students show what they know in this remote setting. I chose the double sided dry erase boards to support students practicing writing their letters and names and responding to teacher prompts and questions, for quick formative assessments, and mindful activities like creative drawings. My students will keep and use the boards at home. This tool will allow my students to have a choice in demonstrating their understanding, thus it will support their academic and social emotional development.
More than three‑quarters 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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