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Having the right tools made our virtual environment feel less like a screen and much more like our warm, interactive physical classroom.\r\n\r\nHere is the direct impact these items have had on my scholars and their families:\r\n\r\nEnhanced Visual Learning: The document camera allowed me to share physical storybooks, model step-by-step math problems on paper, and mark up reading passages live. This visual support was a game-changer for my English Language Learners and special education students, who rely heavily on seeing concepts modeled in real time.\r\n\r\nA Familiar Classroom Dynamic: Using the mini projector, screen, and tripod stand meant I wasn't just stuck sitting in front of a laptop. I was able to stand up, move around, and teach with the high energy my students are used to seeing. 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One memorable moment was when students worked together using the materials to complete a collaborative project—they were excited, focused, and eager to participate. It was wonderful to see their confidence grow as they explored and learned together.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to start using everything right away! Many of them were especially thrilled to have new tools that made learning feel more interactive and fun.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue incorporating these resources into our lessons to deepen understanding and encourage creativity. Our next steps include expanding on our current projects, allowing students to apply what they've learned in new and exciting ways, and continuing to build their skills through hands-on experiences.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly made a difference in our classroom. 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It is amazing to see how much a small token of recognition can motivate a six-year-old to go above and beyond.\r\n\r\nMy students have been making wonderful choices and showing genuine kindness to one another every single day. The new options in our treasure chest—especially the squishies, slime, and sticky hands—have been a massive hit. The students have even started using the containers as \"homes\" for their new desk pets!\r\n\r\nThe highlight of our day, however, is the \"Lucky Duck\" tradition. Here is how your gift is being used:\r\n\r\nRecognition: Each day, a student who has worked hard and shown kindness is chosen as our Lucky Duck.\r\n\r\nDesk Pets: They get to pick a special lucky duck to sit on their desk as a badge of honor.\r\n\r\nCommunity: At the end of every day, the entire class cheers for the winner. 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Because of your support, our classroom library is now home to some of my students' absolute favorite \"people\"—Mercy Watson, Mother Bruce, and Dory Fantasmagory.\r\n\r\nThe atmosphere in our room after lunch has completely shifted. As soon as I pick up a Mercy Watson or Dory Fantasmagory chapter book, the room fills with anticipation. We spend our \"read-aloud\" time laughing uncontrollably at the antics of these characters. Whether it's Mercy's obsession with hot buttered toast or Dory's wild imagination, these stories have done something truly profound: they have helped my students fall in love with reading for pure enjoyment.\r\n\r\nThe Power to Choose series has been a game-changer for our social-emotional learning. My students are fascinated by the fact that they get to decide the events in the story. More importantly, they are seeing themselves in these pages. They are learning that they have the power to: Flip the Script: Turn a \"bad day\" into a valuable learning experience. 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About this school
Rhawnhurst Elementary School is
an urban public school
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that is part of Philadelphia City School District.
It serves 621 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 17.7:1.
Its teachers have had 210 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Title 1
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Grades Pre-K - 5
621 Students
35 Teachers
7809 Castor AveContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
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70%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
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Rhawnhurst Elementary School
$70,722
raised using DonorsChoose
210
projects
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27
teachers
funded
430
donors
25
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basic supplies
20
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technology
44
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art supplies
Rhawnhurst Elementary School has received support from
292 individuals from Pennsylvania and
138 individuals out-of-state.