Last night we came together with 140 extraordinary humans to honor and celebrate Need in Deed Network Teachers, past and present. There was a special surprise thank you for teachers from some guests who couldn’t make it because it was past their bedtime…. 🥱 Enjoy these remarks from amazing Philly school students from around the district including Penn Alexander, Lea, Kirkbride, Fell, Greenfield and Greenberg schools 🏫 THANK YOU TEACHERS!!! https://lnkd.in/ejFsjh9W
Need In Deed
Education Administration Programs
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 132 followers
Connecting the classroom with the community
About us
Believing that every child has the right to a high-quality education, Need in Deed seeks to improve the educational outcomes and experiences of Philadelphia's public school students grades 3-8 through a unique approach to service learning that transforms teaching and learning. By tapping their interest in making a difference in their communities, we increase students' academic, social, and emotional skills, preparing them for success in school, the workplace, and their community. We transform teaching and learning by connecting the classroom with the community. This means - listening to what students tell us about the strengths and challenges of their communities and how they would like to make a difference; - engaging students in learning that makes connections between the world they see around them, the issues they care about, and the skills and concepts of the school curriculum; - supporting classroom educators in using effective teaching strategies; and - bringing the city’s professionals and practitioners into the classroom. One way that we assess the impact of our work is through annual surveys of teachers' observed student gains. For the five-year period 2014-2019, • 91% of teachers reported student growth in ability to identify social issues in the community • 89% reported student growth in analysis of cause and effect • 87% reported student growth in empathy • 80% reported student growth in ability to work cooperatively • 80% reported student growth in listening skills In our annual surveys, teacher partners consistently comment on the value of the approach: • “It helps kids make connections between what they see happening in the world and what you are trying to accomplish in the classroom.” • “It makes lessons more relevant to the student’s lives in ways that the schools’ curriculum cannot.” • “Students engage with the curriculum when they can connect to real-life solutions and real-life problems.”
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- Industry
- Education Administration Programs
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1987
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211 N 13th St
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US
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211 N 13Th St
Philadelphia, PA 19107, US
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Need in Deed’s 2024 Soirée is just over a week away, and we couldn’t be more excited! Our silent auction kicks off this Thursday with a sneak peek at some exclusive items—don’t miss out! And if you’re thinking about attending Soirée 2024, there’s still time to get your tickets. We’d love to see you there! Get your tickets to Soirée 2024 here: https://lnkd.in/egqkvcgV
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There's still time to get tickets your to the Need in Deed Soirée! Use this link to purchase your tickets: Use this link to purchase tickets: https://lnkd.in/egqkvcgV
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Board Member Spotlight Joe Moorman Senior Director, ImpactED at the University of Pennsylvania Joe is a former Need in Deed Teacher! Joe’s Need in Deed ‘Why’: My experience as a Need in Deed teacher was the single most impactful part of my time in the classroom - both for me and for my students. I’ve been a huge believer in Need in Deed, and I’m fortunate to be able to support the organization now as a board member. Need in Deed is about the work - the staff is truly committed to supporting educators and to celebrating the greatness of young people, and who wouldn’t want to be a part of that? How does Joe embody Need in Deed in his life? Says Joe: “As a father to two small boys, I have so many opportunities every day to help them explore and learn about the world around them, including our community right here in Philly. In my role at ImpactED, I have the opportunity to support so many incredible organizations that are putting students at the center of the work and helping them reach their fullest potential. ” Joe started his career as a middle school English teacher and basketball coach at Stetson Middle School in Kensington. Since then, he’s worked in a multitude of roles in the nonprofit sector, both in Philly and in his hometown of Cincinnati. He is currently the Senior Director at ImpactED at the University of Pennsylvania, where they help provide mission driven leaders and organizations with the skills, resources and networks they need to accelerate social change in our city. Joe Fun Facts: Joe lives in Queen Village with his wife, Kate, his two sons, Graham and Benjamin, and their dog, George. His favorite activities include grilling on his back patio, exploring the city with his boys, traveling, and both watching and playing sports. Thank you Joe! We’re honored to have you on the Need in Deed team!
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We are so excited!
I am thrilled to share that Need In Deed will be presenting a concurrent workshop at the Pennsylvania Educator Diversity Consortium’s 5th annual Summit. Join us as we highlight the brilliance of educators and students in our session, "Amplifying Voices, Igniting Joy: Transforming Classrooms through Student-Centered Learning." I am so excited to present alongside three of our dynamic Need in Deed teachers. Let's celebrate the joy that student-centered service-learning brings to the classroom. Register now for the Summit: #PEDCSummit2024 #Whova https://lnkd.in/eP6_gT_S. See you there!
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We are still celebrating! Thank you Chalkbeat for this wonderful article celebrating the brilliance of Philadelphia students.
Philly students are leading their own discussions of Gaza, gun violence, and climate change
chalkbeat.org
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Apply to join our network of incredible Philadelphia educators. Bring service-learning, social justice, and empathy to your classroom! Apply HERE: https://lnkd.in/gUppg8FM
Do you know a 3rd-8th grade Philadelphia public school teacher interested in bringing service-learning, social justice, and empathy building to their classroom? Apply to join our teacher network for 2024-2025 school year! Apply here: https://lnkd.in/ggy3gn5D
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We express our gratitude to all those who participated in our Education Equity Forum earlier this week. The dialogue among community members was truly inspiring as we collectively explored the path toward a more inclusive and fair educational environment. Special thanks to Kendra Brooks, Erika Kitzmiller, Ph.D., Roseann Liu and Debbie Wei for their impactful contributions to our panel discussion.
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Tune into our live stream at 7PM. https://lnkd.in/ertqVemP
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