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Goal

a) The overall purpose of this project is to provide meaningful incentives in the form of gift cards to motivate and encourage my students, many of whom are English Language Learners and face academic and personal challenges. These incentives address the need for increased student engagement, consistent effort, and positive behavior in the classroom. By recognizing students’ hard work and progress, the project supports building confidence, responsibility, and a growth mindset that many students need to overcome obstacles and succeed.
b) This project supports the learning goal of improving student engagement and academic achievement in Algebra 1A/1B by encouraging students to meet individualized learning goals, such as mastering key math concepts, completing assignments on time, and participating actively in class. The gift cards serve as positive reinforcement, motivating students to persist through challenges, which ultimately leads to improved academic outcomes, higher attendance rates, and stronger classroom behavior. 

 

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What will be done with my students

a) This project provides gift cards as positive incentives for students in my Algebra 1A/1B classroom, many of whom are English Language Learners facing academic and language barriers. Throughout the school year, students will have clearly defined goals tied to their academic progress, classroom participation, attendance, and behavior. When students meet or exceed these goals, they will receive gift cards as rewards to recognize their effort and achievement. These incentives will be distributed in a fair and transparent way to motivate continuous growth, encourage a positive learning environment, and celebrate milestones.
b) This project meets the needs of my students by providing motivation and encouragement, which is especially critical for learners who may feel overwhelmed by language and academic challenges. Gift cards serve as tangible recognition that their hard work matters, helping to build their self-confidence and perseverance. For the classroom and school, the project fosters a culture of positive reinforcement, boosts student engagement, and supports improved academic performance and behavior. Ultimately, this initiative aims to increase student success, attendance, and enthusiasm for learning in a way that complements instructional efforts. 

 

Benefits to my students

a) Because of this project, my students will experience increased motivation and engagement in their learning, leading to improved attendance, better classroom participation, and stronger effort toward mastering Algebra 1A/1B concepts. Students will develop greater self-confidence and a positive attitude toward overcoming academic and language challenges, helping to build a growth mindset. Overall, the classroom environment will become more supportive and encouraging, promoting student success and persistence.
b) I will measure these outcomes through a combination of quantitative and qualitative data, including tracking improvements in student attendance, completion rates of assignments and homework, and scores on formative and summative assessments. Additionally, I will monitor student participation and behavior during class activities. I will also collect informal feedback from students about their motivation and confidence levels to assess how the incentives impact their attitudes toward learning. 

 

Budget Narrative

The grant funds will be used to purchase gift cards from stores such as Walmart, Amazon, Target, McDonalds, Dollar Tree, and a local grocery store (e.g., Publix). These gift cards will serve as positive incentives to motivate and reward students for meeting academic, behavioral, and attendance goals in my Algebra 1A/1B classroom. Each type of gift card was carefully selected to meet students’ diverse needs, from purchasing essential school supplies and snacks to accessing educational materials and enjoying small treats that encourage continued effort and engagement. By providing these resources, the project supports a positive learning environment and helps students feel valued and motivated to succeed. 

 

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