I am seeking funding for a mobile STEM system that supports current instruction and expands learning opportunities. The Next Generation Science Standards include an emphasis on engineering and hands on science investigations. As science specialist I support teachers to include these in their own existing science instruction as well as

Weekly newspapers covering Social Studies, Science and current events to enhance our literacy and knowledge of given topics. The topics all correlate to what is being taught in kindergarten.

Tahoe Lake Elementary is a hands-on science school, and we are so excited to be able to add garden-based learning to our curriculum with our new greenhouse in our remodeled school. The experiences and learning children will have in the greenhouse will complement all aspects of STEAM Learning- Science-- Students

“Maths is a subject of beautiful connections, it is not a long list of disconnected topics.” -Jo Boaler, Professor, Graduate School of Education, Stanford University Last year I purchased the complete middle school set of Mindset Mathematics: Visualizing and Investigating Big Ideas by Jo Boaler, Jen Munson, and Cathy Williams

The number of tools available for students to collect data in a Chemistry classroom can be overwhelming. When we think of a classic chemistry classroom, we always think of standard equipment: Beakers, Flasks, Bunsen Burners and more. What we don’t think about are the tools that, while they seem simple

Unlocking the inherent power of science in the classroom simply comes down to how effectively a teacher facilitates scientific experimentation. At North Tahoe High School, we have been able to acquire some incredible science tools over the years which allow our students to collect data in a precise, controlled, and

The objective of this grant is to secure funding for reusable flatware and flatware for each classroom at Donner Trail Elementary. We hope to provide each classroom with a plastic reusable plate, cup, spoon, fork, and knife. Additionally, we would like to purchase a kitchen cooking set for teachers to

A year ago, I visited the the big island of Hawaii. I went to the Ocean Rider seahorse farm, had a tour and even got to hold a seahorse. I was educated on the various impacts on the seahorse population and how important sustainable farming is. I was inspired by

Each year, students in my classroom participate in our own version of a Toastmaster's Program. I strongly believe that in order to best be engaged in writing, students need a purpose and an audience. In this program, students work on writing pieces throughout the year and pick three (opinion, informational

Sagehen Outdoor Education Program is a collaboration with Tahoe Truckee Unified School District and has been in operation for over thirteen years. This program is the district adopted outdoor education program for all 5th grade TTUSD students at the Sagehen Research Station located on Highway 89, 15 miles north of