A South Carolina teacher wrote to let us know how the resources she received from DonorsChoose.org helped her students.
I just had to share some good news with DonorsChoose. Last year my school tried a new program. All of our self-contained students were placed into regular classrooms. Almost one-third of my class was comprised of these students.
I was overwhelmed, especially considering the fact that these children would be required to take the same end-of-year state tests that the other children took. I turned to the donors at DonorsChoose for help.
They purchased book sets, phonics helps, writing tools, and more. Of the six children needing the most help, four passed their reading and writing tests. It was like a miracle.
One donor had purchased books for a needy child in my room. That child read her books nightly and on the state test not only did she pass reading, but she scored proficient in writing.
Another child came into my room reading on a zero reading level. He, too, passed the reading and writing sections.
When the results came in, my principal had the faculty give me a round of applause. I, in turn, gave credit to people in my school who had helped with my students and now I want to give credit to DonorsChoose.
You supported me during a really tough year and I thank you. More importantly, DonorsChoose did exactly what it was created to do…make a difference in the lives of needy children. All of my students fared well on our state reading and writing tests. Of my students who did not have severe learning problems, 100 % passed their state reading and writing tests.
On behalf of all my students and me…thank-you.
Sincerely,
- A South Carolina Teacher
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