Thank America's Teachers-Showcase M. Lorenzatti's Proposal

The Farmer Insurance Company Sponsored Thank America's Teacher would like to Showcase M. Lorenzatti's Proposal.  She has been  a Teacher for ten years at Parkview Elementary School in Steger, Illinois.  Her passion for teaching began when she started helping her nephew with his homework.  Teaching has brought a level of  compassion in her that increases year by year.  

BUILDING CREATIVE KIDS

M. Lorenzatti recognizes that art is very closely related to science, technology, engineering and mathematics.  In this He/she plans to use the grant money to purchase a LEGO Education Curriculum.  Having used legos on a small level to aid in student learning, Ms/Mr Lorenzatti is aware of the exciting potential this could add to the classroom.  
   The kit includes hands-on manipulatives and software which link this fun activity to STEM.  LEGOs are very popular with students in general and to tap into the hands-on architecture link and creative thinking process will add to their love of learning.
    "I love this tool because it will motivate them to think outside the box, thus preparing them for this competitive world of innovative thinking.

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Thank America's Teachers-Showcase A. Schaaf Proposal

The Farmer Insurance Company Sponsored Thank America's Teacher would like to spotlight A. Schaaf' Teacher at Parkview Elementary School in Steger, Illinois.  As a dedicated teachers, she has been with the district for 12 years and at Parkview for 5 years.  

Wanting to help children learn is what led her to pursue becoming a teacher.  As she gained experience as a teacher it increased her passion for learning.  A passion she aspires to pass on to her young students.  Her proposal would bring alive creativity in her students.

READING IS KEY

Ms. Schaaf plans to use the Thank America's Teacher grant to invest in creating a Literary Focus Environment. Her purchases will include high interest books to peak children's interest. Letter and word recognition games that challenge students and allow social interaction.  Flash cards and manipulatives (such as letter tiles and rubber stamps) to provide a hands on experience for practicing words and reading structure. Posters and teaching resources that encourage and reinforce skills.  She also plans to purchase special book bags for students to foster a personal interest in books.

In addition, she would set up listening centers and writing resources to show how  the learning and reading experience enriches a person for a lifetime. She looks forward to providing her students with the keys to become successful readers.

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Thank America's Teachers- Feature K. Husarik's Proposal

The Farmer Insurance Company Sponsored Thank America's Teacher would like to spotlight K. Husarik, Teacher at Parkview Elementary School in Steger, Illinois.  She has been teaching at Parkview for two and prior to that served as a substitute for three years. Steering her career choice was a strong desire to instill  a love of learning in children using her talent to make learning fun.  She believes an environment that fosters fun and safety help children learn unencumbered.

Since she has been teaching she has marked the rewards;  her love of teaching becoming stronger and to see children grow not only physically but in academics and social skills. 

PLANT THE SEEDS OF KNOWLEDGE

   Motivated by a quote "Teacher's plant the seeds of knowledge that last a lifetime." This district is considered a lower income district and a portion of the funds would be used to purchase essentials for the students every day learning. The excitement lies in investing in extra materials that would give students a more hands on experience.

   Miss Husarik has experienced the difference manipulatives and hands on learning can make in helping a student not just memorize a lesson, but use it as a building block for everyday life.  She would invest the funds to increase reading material  and hands on material that could be used over and over again to reinforce object lessons, special projects and creative exploration. 

   She has seen an increase in fostering crucial reading skills as activity motivates students to develop a hunger for reading not only to attain knowledge but to pursue their own interests.

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