This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.
My Project
As a teacher at a middle school in Virginia, I have a diverse group of students.
Our beloved school is located in the inner city, on the Southwestern side of Richmond.
Serving students in grades 6 – 8, the student/teacher ratio is roughly 20 to 1. There are over 500 students at the school, with a large portion of students who come from bilingual households. Each year, a small portion of students start the school year unable to speak or understand the English language. Students are mostly from low to moderately low-income homes, making 98% of students eligible for free lunch.
Our scholars are compassionate, caring, and resilient learners. They face challenges, like struggles with literacy, but always come to school ready to take on any obstacles that stand in their way. A great education is part of the foundation of life success that I encourage my students to build upon.
The funding of this project will make a huge difference in my students' learning and focus.
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