The Shadow Project partners with special education teachers to help boys and girls with dyslexia, ADHD, autism and other learning challenges become confident and engaged in learning. Honored in 2008 by the Oregon Education Association, The Shadow Project foundation has fostered success for more than 5,500 school children in Portland, Yamhill County and Hillsboro.
Armed with real-life lessons in giving, saving and self-sufficiency, what child wouldn’t be excited about school? Read more about the Shadow Project!
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Students and Celebrities Shine in Shadow Video
The Shadow Project 8-minute video calls attention to the struggles and successes of students with learning challenges and tells our unique story.
For a copy of the video email shadowproject@comcast.net
Celebrity appearances include Shadow Project supporter Merritt Paulson, owner of the Portland Beavers and Portland Timbers, and Cesar Millan, “The Dog Whisperer.”
This film was made possible through a contribution from Social Venture Partners Portland and Producer Carol Koon of Family Life Legacies.
Read more about The Shadow Project making headlines!
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Your Shopping Purchase can Support The Shadow Project
IGIVE will donate a percentage of your purchase from over 700 popular online stores to The Shadow Project every time you shop! Retailers include PETMEDS, Nordstrom, Barnes & Noble, Lands End, Banana Republic, Home Depot, and more! Plus, you’ll receive special discounts and your first purchase earns an extra $5 for The Shadow Project. Signing up takes less than a minute!
Click this link to get started: http://www.iGive.com/ShadowProject
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Teacher Survey Finds Impact on Student Perseverance, Motivation and Achievement
A survey of participating teachers representing approximately 1,000 students found:
- 93% of teachers say students who participate in The Shadow Project are more likely to persevere when tackling a difficult assignment
- 96% of teachers say the majority of their students have demonstrated significant improvement in reading, writing or math
- 83% of teachers say the vast majority of their students show a more positive attitude toward school
- 73% of teacher say the majority of students with a goal of improving attendance have reduced absenteeism
- 100% of teachers say The Shadow Project makes a difference in the lives of vulnerable children
Read more about our students’ success stories!
