Mini-Grant 1: Choose your Chair (Flexible Seating in the Classroom)

In order for students to learn to solve problems, make their own choices, and use movement to stay on task, students need an option for a flexible seating classroom. This project will aid in helping to turn a universal room into a 21st century classroom for all students to grow.…Read More

My mini-grant will utilize project-based learning as students explore what it means to be Appalachian and address the questions: “Where Are We From and Where Are We Going?”
My project will utilize many community resources. First of all, we will start our journey by reflecting on the question “Where Are You From?” and write our own “Where I’m F…Read More

My project is titled iCan:Using Technology to Differentiate Instruction. I plan to use my grant to purchase 4 iPad Mini’s for my students and I to use in the resource room/classroom to access hundreds of apps that promote differentiated instruction. I also plan to use the iPads as a way to monitor my students progress towards achieving their…Read More

My project is called Middle School Makeover…A Starbucks for kids. My students will be given the opportunity to redesign their middle school math classroom in a way that incorporates flexible seating while simultaneously creating a “homey and welcoming” environment. Throughout this project students will have to use different math techniques to…Read More

I am using my grant to purchase a hydroponics system for the classroom. In time we will add fish to this system and show student a new and unique way of growing greenhouse plants. This will teach students conservation and crop management techniques that will help the local community.