| $945 |
For Jennifer Wahpepah, Reed Sorensen and Alan Parowski’s AHS science students to learn about mycology and soil remediation through hands-on activities. |
| $106 |
For softer lighting solutions for Lindsay McNeill’s class at AHS.
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| $490 |
For graphic novels for Isaiah Creel’s 9th grade Humanities students to interpret and better access Beowulf at AHS.
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| $430 |
To purchase spectrometers for Michael Gullo, Becky DeSalvo, Todd Hobein and Jesse Stonewood’s science classes at AHS. |
| $755 |
For the purchase of 3-D models to teach hands-on learning of each of the body systems in McKael Kenfield’s Anatomy & Physiology classes at AHS. |
| $1,425 |
For textbooks on religious diversity around the world for Ronan Dunphy’s World Religion students at AHS. |
| $650 |
For a new camera for Lucinda Ulrich’s Yearbook Class at AHS. |
| $2,000 |
For Maryetta Jacques’ AHS Interior Design students to design and create a functional space in the new Alternative Education space in the Lincoln building. |
| $600 |
For Becky DeSalvo and Max Malcomb’s Studio Art students to paint a mural on the doors of the science building at AHS. |
| $500 |
To equip Wendy Werthaiser’s classroom with games and puzzles to practice social-emotional team building at AMS. |
| $919 |
To purchase tile sets and number sense games to help Kylie Patinio, Allen Lambert and Vanessa Grant’s students better visualize math concepts at AMS. |
| $379 |
For prizes to incentivize Jeni Gonzalez’s Spanish students to pursue extra Spanish practice outside of class time at AMS. |
| $127 |
For a set of pots and pans that are compatible with the induction cooktop in Lucinda Miftahittin’s new MAPS classroom at AMS. |
| $500 |
For alternative seating options to promote more attentive focus in Jake Holderman’s homeroom at AMS.
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| $955 |
For binoculars, feeders, and collision prevention decals for Andre Carvalhaes’ Ornithology class at AMS. |
| $640 |
For balance discs and balance ball chairs to promote focus and engagement in Amy VanKuiken’s Language Arts classroom at AMS. |
| $675 |
To go toward online subscriptions for educational technology programs to support a wide and diverse range of learning styles amongst her Social Studies students at AMS. |
| $500 |
For various imaginative play toys for Lauren McGowne’s kindergarteners at Bellview Elementary.
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| $455 |
For clay, paints, pastels and other art materials for Lindsay Gates’ Bellview Elementary students. |
| $403 |
For a classroom set of a math-based game for Max Schmeling’s students at Bellview Elementary. |
| $883 |
For thermometers, timers, tapes and more for JoEllen Myerhoff’s students to learn math by measuring various elements during outdoor learning at TRAILS. |
| $329 |
To purchase trail cameras for James Bowers’ Earth Teach students at TRAILS to practice math and science by studying evidence of wildlife in the area. |
| $660 |
For high-interest novels and stationery to start small book groups in Amy Kneeland’s 2nd grade class at Walker Elementary. |
| $100 |
To purchase materials for students in Tara Elder-Hammond’s class to build their own board games at Willow Wind Community Learning Center. |
| $810 |
As requested by Erika Lowe for 9 classroom sets of headphones for learning stations throughout the school at Willow Wind Community Learning Center. |
| $150 |
For weighted blankets to support AMS students who feel disregulated so they can return to class more focused and ready to learn. |
| $174 |
For card and board games to faciliate learning community building in Ms. McMillian’s 7th and 8th grade Social Studies classes at AMS. |
| $180 |
To pay for Gimkit for all three of the AMS Social Studies teachers — an online quiz platform that gives teachers a technology tool to support a range of learners. |
| $200 |
For Spanish art posters for Señora Gonzalez’s AMS Spanish classroom, as well as craft supplies and salsa-making supplies. |
| $210 |
For balance cushions to help kids who need intermittent movement stay focused in Ms. Huson’s Language Arts class at AMS. |
| $210 |
To beautify the AMS library and enrich student understanding of American history by purchasing “Picture America” posters. |
| $235 |
For circuit-building kits to teach Helman students about electronics, problem solving, and energy transfer while also supporting an after-school program for 4th and 5th grade girls to explore STEM fields. |
| $300 |
For board games to help Ms. Beth’s AMS students engage with each other, create relationships, and re-learn social and emotional skills. |
| $400 |
To provide Ms. Van Kuiken’s Life Skills & Community Building students at AMS with hands-on budgeting, cooking, and art experiences. |
| $420 |
For “Look Both Ways” with individual short stories by BIPOC authors, allowing for compassionate discussions by Ms. Wendy’s AMS students. |
| $450 |
For Mr. Burnham’s classroom at AHS to purchase a set of “All the Light We Cannot See” to provide students with historical fiction that offers unique perspectives on World War II. |
| $500 |
For materials to support AMS Language Arts teacher Ms. VanKuiken’s students during their descriptive writing and speech units. |
| $500 |
For Ms. Mendez’s Social Behavior Support class at Helman to use art therapy techniques to help students express themselves. |
| $510 |
For Ms. McMillan to collaborate with ScienceWorks to design an interdisciplinary field trip for AMS students based on planning a mission to Mars. |
| $586 |
To introduce volleyball to students at Willow Wind, with the goal of encouraging greater participation in middle school volleyball and other activities. |
| $598 |
For Ms. Kris’s art students at TRAILS to build their own adjustable easels and removable art boards. |
| $725 |
For headsets, maps, and other materials to create hands-on activities in Mindy Lindgren’s AMS Spanish class. |
| $900 |
To purchase the “Skeleton Creek” interactive hybrid book series to engage and excite growing readers in Ms. Jenny’s 6th grade class at AMS. |
| $990 |
To replace worn-out backpacking gear used by TRAILS students for multiple backpacking trips each year, including tents, water filters, stoves, and stakes. |
| $1,000 |
For iPads in Ms. Amy’s music classes at Helman to facilitate learning through music apps and recording tools, as well as translator assistance for ELL students. |
| $1,237 |
To expand “You’re Sew Mathy” at Willow Wind, a program using sew projects as part of a measurement and geometry unit. |
| $2,995 |
To send AHS freshman English & World Studies students who qualify for free-and-reduced-lunch to see OSF’s Romeo & Juliet. |
| $160 |
To create a comfortable and successful learning environment at Willow Wind by providing headphones, recognizing that some students benefit from a quiet space. |
| $180 |
To enhance cross-age relationships amongst K-3 students at Willow Wind by incorporating a common theme of owls into various classes, including theater, art, games, and a hands-on owl pellet dissection activity. |
