We will be hosting quarterly celebrations, totaling four in a year, to recognize classes that achieve their i-Ready Goal. The i-Ready Goal entails maintaining an average passing rate of 80% or higher on lessons. I-Ready is an online assessment and instruction platform designed to assist teachers in guiding all students toward proficiency and growth in reading. Students work at their individual levels in various reading areas such as phonics and comprehension. At the end of each quarter, the class that meets or surpasses the 80% passing rate will have the opportunity to participate in a themed celebration. The celebration will feature a reading-aligned activity (grade level aligned) and snacks for the students to enjoy.

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Brainy Reading Bash

School:
Village Oaks Elementary 
Subject:
Language Arts 
Teacher:
Kiara Gonzalez Duran  
 
Lucinda Nunez 
Students Impacted:
550 
Grade:
K-5 
Date:
July 12, 2024
Deadline:
October 4, 2024

Investor

Thank you to the following investor for funding this grant.

 

Lipman Family Farms - $614.99

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Impact to My Classroom

# of Students Impacted: 450

On behalf of all the students at Village Oaks Elementary, we extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous support. Your contributions made a tremendous impact, helping us create meaningful celebrations that motivated our students, built school-wide unity, and encouraged a culture of achievement.

At the beginning of each quarter, students were introduced to a goal-oriented celebration. Progress toward these goals was tracked and displayed on a central bulletin board, where both students and staff could follow their journey. By the time each celebration arrived, students clearly understood the effort that led to their success—and they were proud of it.

Thanks to your support, we were able to transform classrooms into immersive celebration spaces: a safari adventure, a cozy camping retreat, and a vibrant “Starbucks Café.” Our final celebration, Water Day, brought joy to students of all ages as they played and celebrated outdoors.

From Kindergarten through 5th grade, students embraced goal setting, accountability, and the excitement of reaching their objectives. These experiences not only made learning fun, but also reinforced the important message that hard work deserves to be recognized.

Thank you for believing in our students and in the power of education. Your generosity helped show them that school is a place where success is celebrated and dreams begin.

With gratitude,

Ms. Gonzalez

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Quarter 1 Safari Break out Room Celebration

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Quarter 1 Safari Break out Room Celebration

 

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Quarter 4 Water Day Celebration

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Quarter 3 Starbucks Cafe Celebration students crea

 

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Quarter 3 Camping Celebration Primary Grade Levels

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Quarter 3 Camping Celebration- intermediate grade

 

Original Grant Overview

Goal

We will be hosting quarterly celebrations, totaling four in a year, to recognize classes that achieve their i-Ready Goal. The i-Ready Goal entails maintaining an average passing rate of 80% or higher on lessons. I-Ready is an online assessment and instruction platform designed to assist teachers in guiding all students toward proficiency and growth in reading. Students work at their individual levels in various reading areas such as phonics and comprehension. At the end of each quarter, the class that meets or surpasses the 80% passing rate will have the opportunity to participate in a themed celebration. The celebration will feature a reading-aligned activity (grade level aligned) and snacks for the students to enjoy. 

 

Category

School-Wide, Grade-Level, Or Class Events/Programs - Parent Nights, Honor Roll Celebrations, EOY Events, etc. 

 

What will be done with my students

We will be enhancing the classroom environment with themed decorations for Safari Expedition, Camping Adventure, Starbucks "Poetry" Day, and Relaxing Pool Day. Each theme day will include a reading activity designed to suit the grade level of the students. 

 

Benefits to my students

Students will be recognized for their accomplishments in i-Ready and will have the opportunity to reinforce their reading skills through engaging review activities. 

 

Budget Narrative

The aforementioned items are intended for the room décor associated with each theme. Certain items, such as aprons and safari hats, are provided for students to use as costumes. These items will be carefully stored and used again for upcoming events and celebrations. 

 

Items

# Item Cost
1 Dark Green Table Cloth $18.99
2 Adult Aprons $65.98
3 Coffee Shop Backdrop $13.99
4 Kid Apron $39.98
5 Garland Fake Leave $29.98
6 Artificial Palm Leaves $24.98
7 Safari Hats Teen Size $49.98
8 Safari Hats Kid Size $39.99
9 Kid Binoculars $25.99
10 Safari Banners $13.99
11 Inflatable Camp Fire $39.96
12 Camping Backdrop $13.68
13 Beach Pails $17.99
14 Pool Banner $29.98
15 Flamingo Unicorn Float $23.99
16 Pizza Float $19.98
17 Pool swim tube rings $43.98
18 Lounge Inflatable $61.60
19 Assorated Color Table Cloths $39.98
  Total: $614.99

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