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Goal

Students will interact with residents of an extended-care facility to promote awareness of developing an understanding of how to be respectful, responsible, and kind to all generations. The students will learn and sing songs that will introduce them to an extended opportunity to appreciate different types of music and learn how to be involved in their community by reaching out to these senior citizens. Continued communication throughout the year will promote friendship. Students have been invited for the last 4 years and we hope we are able to continue this tradition using the skills learned from the Music Teacher. 

 

What will be done with my students

Students will learn and practice many different types of music along with learning how to use a few instruments to enhance their performance. They will also learn how to encourage these senior citizens to participate with them and invite them to sing along. The students will be making cards and little gifts for their 'buddies' to keep. They will meet a resident personally when the performance is done to share some of their classwork and chat with them. Some students find that despite the age difference, they have a lot in common. An additional trip will be planned later in the year featuring different types of music and activities.  

 

Benefits to my students

I feel this will benefit all students and residents by showing a different perspective of relationships among people of all ages. Most Florida students do not have much contact with older generations. The residents do not have much contact with the younger generation, and both groups can share some of their experiences. The students will have a better understanding of how they can become good citizens just by sharing and showing kindness to others. This particular aspect helps enhance their Social Studies Unit regarding good citizenship.
Collaboration with the Music Teacher from prior years will be shared with my co-teacher to develop this learning lesson and experience. Students really come up with some wonderful reflections on this experience. 

 

Budget Narrative

A bus will be needed for transportation to The Chateau and supplies needed to make small gifts for the residents. 

 

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