Adaptive Art for All! FULLY FUNDED!
Adaptive Art for All! FULLY FUNDED!
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AHS “Take A Minute” Calm Environment Project!
AHS “Take A Minute” Calm Environment Project!
Hello! My name is Ms. Tracye Schwartz.
I am a Learning Consultant at Adams High School. I am seeking your help to raise enough funds to create a “Take A Minute” Calm Environment Space that is more inviting and serene to accommodate and comfort to students with special needs, 504 and/or IEP, anxiety disorders, or any student struggling with social emotional health while taking assessments or working on projects outside of the classroom.
This is my proposal’s compelling why…
Often times, students with special needs, be it a 504 accommodation plan, an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), Generalized Anxiety Disorder, or any child struggling with his/her social and emotional health seemingly feel more comfortable taking assessments or working on assignments and projects outside of the classroom in a non-traditional, quiet and calm setting.
It is our desire at Adams High School (AHS) to create an environment of tranquillity and quiet to accommodate and comfort this unique population of students.
With the use of alternative seating, study carrels, privacy screens, and an area rug to control noise, we feel these students will be able to cope better with their test anxiety and consequently, improve their assessment performances.
Moreover, students can access the space to receive extra classroom supports, particularly in math and language arts.
♥ This is where you can help! ♥
Help us reach our goal!
Currently, we do not have appropriate furniture to accommodate the amount of students who are accessing the room.
With your support, the following items and furniture will be purchased to create the “Take A Minute” space and provide students with the opportunity to self-regulate, refocus, and reduce stress, anger, and/or anxiety and be fully engaged in the learning process.
Thank you for your consideration!
Any donation is appreciated!
Where Your Donation Goes
- 12 Desks
- 12 Chairs
- 4 Study Carrels
- 1 package of Privacy Shields
- 1 Standing Desk
- 4 Computer Chairs
- 1 Essential Oil Diffuser and Oils
- 3rd party payment processing fee
- Fulfillment labor & materials
Total Project Goal $3,450
*A portion of the total project goal will be donated to the RCS Foundation to enhance and enrich learning for all RCS students, to help build awareness and to support additional programs and projects.
Thank you for your generous contribution and dedication to making a difference!
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Reading With Danny the Dog at North Hill Elementary!
Reading With Danny the Dog at North Hill Elementary!
Hello! My name is Ms. Marion Harbin.
I am a Kindergarten teacher at North Hill Elementary School. I am seeking your help to raise enough funds to enhance our kindergarten classroom library and purchase the engaging Danny Collection of books that kids will be excited to read!
The Danny Collection, by Mary Ruth books are created with colorful photographs and written specifically to engage blossoming readers from Early Emergent to Early Fluent levels.
This is my proposal’s compelling why…
The Danny Collection is a set of 95 Danny titles, as well as a set of 8 Danny chapter books and a plush Danny dog that will become a beloved new member of our “kindergarten family” as we snuggle up and read to him!
Together with the books, and online resources, I will be able to help nurture the love for reading and help foster the necessary reading skills of my students.
♥ This is where you can help! ♥
Help us reach our goal!
I am very excited to connect with the community and help my students learn. Thank you for positively impacting the education of our North Hill Kindergarteners! Thank you for your consideration!
Any donation is appreciated!
Where Your Donation Goes
- 95 Books;
- Single Book Of Each Title In Danny Sets 1 – 14
- 4 Titles In The Scientist Danny Set
- 6 Titles In The Danny And Grandma Ruth Set
- A Copy Of Danny And Heather Share
- A Copy Of Danny’s Resource Guide And DVD
- Danny’s Big Adventure Chapter Books Set Single Book of Each Title (8 Books)
- My Very Own Danny Plush-D
- 3rd party payment processing fee
- Fulfillment labor & materials
Total Project Goal $750
*A portion of the total project goal will be donated to the RCS Foundation to enhance and enrich learning for all RCS students, to help build awareness and to support additional programs and projects.
Thank you for your generous contribution and dedication to making a difference!
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Swim for Success! FULLY FUNDED!
Swim for Success! FULLY FUNDED!
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Here is a little more about me…
I am a teacher for the Adult Transition Program and Services (ATPS) at the Dr. John M. Schultz Educational Campus.
I teach 10 students between the ages of 18-26 years old, mostly diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as well as having sensory processing issues.
As many of my students have sensory processing issues, swimming can be extremely calming on the body. Many families note that after swimming, their students can better cope with everyday stresses. As adults with special needs, going out into the community is their opportunity to be around their non-disabled peers and have exposure to various activities that will give them a meaningful life.
More about my project…
As research from the National Autism Association reports, between 2009 and 2011, accidental drowning accounted for 91% of the total U.S. deaths reported in individuals with autism who had wandered away from their homes, schools, or caregivers. Water can hold a special appeal to individuals on the spectrum, however, this fascination can be dangerous if the student is not supervised or does not know how to swim.
ATPS has partnered with the North Oakland YMCA to give students an opportunity to swim in their zero-depth pool once a week at a low cost. The YMCA has two lifeguards on staff at all times and students have the opportunity to use pool equipment including pool noodles, wheelchair lifts, kick-boards, life jackets, and diving sticks. Additionally, the YMCA pool facility has amazing family locker rooms where students will practice daily living skills such as dressing and undressing in a private changing room.
♥ This is where you can help! ♥
Help us reach our goal!
With your support, RCS students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and sensory processing issues will have the opportunity to learn and practice swimming skills in a comfortable, safe, and fun environment and the opportunity to participate in the community.
This will enhance the lives of students in a positive way!
Thank you for your consideration!
Any donation is appreciated!
Where Your Donation Goes
- ATPS students’ weekly attendance at the North Oakland YMCA
- Opportunity for all 10 students to swim in a zero-depth pool
- Two lifeguards on staff at all times
- Access to use pool equipment including pool noodles, wheelchair lifts, kick-boards, life jackets, and diving sticks
- Access to amazing family locker rooms where students will practice daily living skills such as dressing and undressing in a private changing room
- 3rd party payment processing fee
- Fulfillment labor & materials
Total Project Goal $905.56
*A portion of the total project goal will be donated to the RCS Foundation to enhance and enrich learning for all RCS students, to help build awareness and to support additional programs and projects.
Thank you for your generous contribution and dedication to making a difference!
Suzanne Dunn
November 24, 2019Anonymous
November 19, 2019Suzanne Dunn
November 17, 2019Steven Fulkerson
November 9, 2019Thank you for your amazing enthusiasm, Kristi! This is yet another example of the incredible Rochester Community Schools programs.
Jessica Opfer
November 7, 2019I am a "non-artist" who loves to teach about art (I coordinate Art Smart at North Hill Elementary) and this program sounds amazing!
Alisa Sarkic
November 5, 2019Karen Schaefer
October 31, 2019What a wonderful opportunity for our ATPS students!
Sue Srock
October 30, 2019A donation well deserved.
Anonymous
October 30, 2019Anne Burcz
October 29, 2019Mary Crimmings
October 28, 2019Jen Brown
October 28, 2019Amy Kesler
October 28, 2019Melissa Kanasty
October 28, 2019My oldest child is a kindergartener at Hampton but I have been a special ed teacher for 19 years in another district. For many years I taught adult SXI (18-26 yr olds) in a school with very low parent… Read more
My oldest child is a kindergartener at Hampton but I have been a special ed teacher for 19 years in another district. For many years I taught adult SXI (18-26 yr olds) in a school with very low parent support and participation. I know how hard it can be to want to provide worthwhile opportunities for my students but not have the means to do so unless it was coming out of my own pocket. Adaptive art is so worthwhile. Good luck in your pursuits!
Sandra Mazza
October 28, 2019What a great program.
Jeni Hester
October 28, 2019Anonymous
October 28, 2019Prashanth Krishna
October 28, 2019nancy oeswein
October 28, 2019Debra Hartman
October 28, 2019Kurt Wasiluk
October 28, 2019Sandra Turner
October 25, 2019What a wonderful opportunity! Possibly an art show at the end of the year? Thank you for the amazing ATPS program!
Lauren Greve
October 25, 2019Hello! My name is Ms. Kristi McAllister!
Here is a little more about me…
I am a teacher for the Adult Transition Program and Services (ATPS) at the Dr. John M. Schultz Educational Campus.
I love my students because…
Even though I am the teacher, they have already taught me so much. While on the exterior it may not seem that they have opinions and wants, they most certainly do. I have taken the time to pay very close attention to their movements, eye gazes, facial expressions and body language to understand them and see them for who they are. They each are unique and have beautiful personalities! They are truly a gift.
More about my project…
RCS adult transition program and services (ATPS) students with multiple impairments (SXI) would love the opportunity to attend an art class every week at the Paint a Miracle studio located in downtown Rochester (30 classes this school year).
This opportunity will give students a chance to create art that they can showcase and sell if they so choose.
The main principles of the ATPS is for students to develop independence with the community through community relationships. This program offers the opportunity to create art with the support and accommodations that students to be independent and participate fully within our community.
Paint a Miracle is so thrilled to have our students attend their program, that they have offered a grant for half the cost.
♥ This is where you can help! ♥
Help us match the grant!
Your support will foster independence, community connections, and the opportunity to participate in the community. This will enhance the lives of students in a positive way! Thank you for your consideration!