Disney is proud to support teachers and kids by providing essential art and storytelling supplies, making sure kids have the tools to successfully and joyfully explore their creativity.

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These materials will help students strengthen important early learning skills while also supporting movement, sensory exploration, and positive peer interactions.\r\nWhen students see these exciting new materials, they will be filled with joy, curiosity, and excitement to explore and create together. Many of our students thrive through active, hands-on learning opportunities, and these resources will help make outdoor learning even more engaging, meaningful, and fun.\r\nYour generosity will help create memorable learning experiences that support the growth, confidence, creativity, and development of our youngest learners each day. Thank you for investing in our students and helping them learn through play and discovery!","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":10183512,"teacherName":"Mrs. Lenihan","teacherPossessiveName":"Mrs. Lenihan's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp832886_272x272.jpg?width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449495368027","schoolName":"MacDonough Elementary School","city":"Middletown","state":"CT","title":"Learning Through Play","impactNote":"Dear Disney,\n\nOur kindergarten students have loved using the new pet books, pet puzzles, pet counters, and stuffed animals during our pet study, and they have made learning feel magical—just like Disney! Students are using the books to learn about different pets, the counters for sorting and counting, and the puzzles to build problem-solving skills during centers. A favorite activity has been our dramatic play pet clinic, where students care for the stuffed animals and act as veterinarians. When the materials arrived, the excitement in the classroom was amazing, and many students said it felt like opening a surprise from Disney. These resources are helping make learning fun, imaginative, and full of joy, and we are so thankful to our donors for bringing this special experience to our classroom.","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":10172749,"teacherName":"Ms. Åberg","teacherPossessiveName":"Ms. Åberg's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3419261_272x272.jpg?width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1488647119129","schoolName":"Santee Elementary School","city":"San Jose","state":"CA","title":"Building Skills Through Art & Play","impactNote":"Dear Disney,\n\nThank you so much for supporting classrooms, including mine. Your contribution has made my students’ school experience more joyful and engaging. Because of your generosity, they are free to express themselves creatively, explore through hands-on learning, and build important developmental skills through art and play.\r\n\r\nThe materials provided have helped create a classroom environment where students feel excited to learn, collaborate, and use their imaginations every day. \r\n\r\nA special thank you to Disney for helping make these opportunities possible for my students. Your support truly makes a difference in our classroom each day.","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":10072847,"teacherName":"Mrs. Kari Marie Hudson-Burcher","teacherPossessiveName":"Mrs. Kari Marie Hudson-Burcher's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8479662_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1653140075491","schoolName":"Redwood Elementary School","city":"Grants Pass","state":"OR","title":"Disney Spree for Music and Mickey","impactNote":"Dear Disney,\n\nWe are thrilled to have your support. Our students and myself love Disney, and it is so easy to connect to lessons when familiar themes and characters are part of the curriculum. Thank you very much for your generosity.","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":9986409,"teacherName":"Mrs. Fila","teacherPossessiveName":"Mrs. Fila's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9483430_orig.jpg?crop=639,639,x0,y0&width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709316442994","schoolName":"Jessie Loomis Math Science and Technology Academy","city":"Saginaw","state":"MI","title":"Helping Little Artist Find Their Voice","impactNote":"Dear Disney,\n\nThank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. Your support means the world to our students and reminds them that there are people who believe in their potential. Every time a child picks up a Bingo Dauber or digs their hands into Play-Doh, your generosity is reflected in that moment of joy and discovery. We are so grateful for your kindness and hope you know what a lasting difference you have made in our classroom.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":9985382,"teacherName":"Ms. John","teacherPossessiveName":"Ms. John's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1792855_orig.png?crop=750,750,x0,y292&width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721512329270","schoolName":"Winston Park Elementary School","city":"Coconut Creek","state":"FL","title":"The Gift of Reading","impactNote":"Dear Disney,\n\nThank you for bringing my class the love of reading and learning through your characters! I really appreciate your generous donations! Reading with Disney is enjoyable and not a chore! Your generosity is helping young minds dream big and explore new worlds. Thank you for sparking imagination in so many children!","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":9983473,"teacherName":"Mrs. Cherry","teacherPossessiveName":"Mrs. Cherry's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5963445_orig.jpg?crop=610,610,x89,y0&width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565222195551","schoolName":"W.R. Tolar Elementary Middle School","city":"Bristol","state":"FL","title":"Lighting the New Year: Creating Lanterns Through Art and Culture","impactNote":"Dear Disney,\n\nThank you to Disney for helping me teach about cultures in my kindergarten classroom. The kids have a limited view of the world and the tools you provided opened up a wonderful world to explore. Without your generous donation our classroom would not have the tools needed to make projects come to life!","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":9786497,"teacherName":"Mrs. Kargol","teacherPossessiveName":"Mrs. Kargol's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1513378_272x272.jpg?width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1459623469749","schoolName":"Ninety - Fifth Street Elementary School","city":"Milwaukee","state":"WI","title":"Materials for Students with Autism","impactNote":"Dear Disney,\n\nThank you so much for your generous donation of supplies! The sticker books, games, bubbles and gem kits have been an incredible addition to our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese materials not only spark creativity but also support important developmental skills for my students. The sticker books and bubbles help strengthen fine motor control and hand-eye coordination, while encouraging self-expression. The gem kits offer a calming, tactile experience that helps students regulate their emotions and stay focused. The games are perfect for building early literacy and math concepts in a fun, hands-on way.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Thank you for investing in my students' growth, creativity, and joy.","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":10177420,"teacherName":"Mrs. Bauer","teacherPossessiveName":"Mrs. Bauer's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8421100_orig.png?width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1670013049958","schoolName":"Countryside Elementary School","city":"Olathe","state":"KS","title":"Brick by Brick: Building Skills That Stick!","impactNote":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom LEGO project. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to hands-on learning materials that make school more engaging, meaningful, and exciting each day.\r\n\r\nThe LEGO sets have already made a tremendous impact in our classroom. Students are eagerly collaborating with peers, solving problems creatively, and building confidence through activities that encourage teamwork, communication, and perseverance. What may look like simple play is actually powerful learning in action.\r\n\r\nMany of my students struggle with focus, frustration, or confidence during traditional academic tasks. The LEGOs provide a safe and motivating way for them to experience success. During collaborative building challenges, students practice comprehension, storytelling, math modeling, and critical thinking skills while also strengthening social-emotional skills such as patience, flexibility, and cooperation.\r\n\r\nThese materials have also become an important tool for student regulation and positive behavior support. Students benefit from structured building breaks that help them calm their minds, manage emotions, and return to learning more focused and ready to participate. The excitement surrounding these activities has created a more positive and connected classroom environment.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your kindness has shown my students that people care about their learning and believe in their potential. Your support has helped build more than structures, it has helped build confidence, friendships, creativity, and a love for learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create meaningful learning experiences and brighter futures, one brick at a time.","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":10061775,"teacherName":"Ms. O'Donnell","teacherPossessiveName":"Ms. O'Donnell's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2057266_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588639953589","schoolName":"Lee Antonello Elementary School","city":"N. Las Vegas","state":"NV","title":"First Graders Have the “Write” Stuff - Primary Lined Journals","impactNote":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with primary lined journals! Your generosity is giving my students the opportunity to practice their writing skills every day in a special place they can truly call their own.\r\n\r\nThese journals will help my young learners build confidence as they learn to form letters, write sentences, and express their ideas creatively. Having the proper tools makes learning exciting and encourages students to take pride in their work.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students will be able to grow as writers, storytellers, and thinkers. Your support is making a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful for your investment in their education.","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":10268064,"teacherName":"Mrs. Quast","teacherPossessiveName":"Mrs. Quast's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9503023_orig.jpg?crop=1049,1050,x0,y160&width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778032428934","schoolName":"Washington Primary School","city":"Washington","state":"IN","title":"Hands-On Learning with Play-Doh in First Grade","impactNote":"Dear Disney,\n\nWe are so thankful for the support from Disney and all of our generous donors! This project has made a huge impact on my students’ learning by giving them hands-on materials that make lessons more engaging, interactive, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nBecause of these new resources, I have been able to create more collaborative learning opportunities during literacy and math centers. My students are more excited to participate, practice skills, and work together while learning. The Play-Doh has especially helped students stay engaged during phonics, spelling, and fine motor activities.\r\n\r\nThese materials have allowed me to bring more creativity and movement into my teaching while supporting different learning styles in the classroom. Thank you, Disney, for helping create joyful learning experiences and making a positive difference for my first graders!","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":10252796,"teacherName":"Mrs. Vasta","teacherPossessiveName":"Mrs. Vasta's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2324749_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y100&width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714579840938","schoolName":"Adams Elementary School","city":"Riverside","state":"CA","title":"From Play to Prose: Mastering Retelling with Puppets","impactNote":"Dear Disney,\n\nA special thank you for helping our classroom dreams take flight! In a TK classroom, we believe that if you can dream it, you can do it, and your support has provided the spark of magic our students needed to explore their own creativity. By helping us bring these characters to life, Disney is helping my students find the \"hidden treasures\" in their own voices and storytelling abilities. Thank you for being a part of our story and for showing my students that with a little imagination, the possibilities are endless!","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":10233050,"teacherName":"Ms. Galle","teacherPossessiveName":"Ms. Galle's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7465253_orig.jpg?crop=2046,2046,x423,y272&width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742522592072","schoolName":"Campus Elementary School","city":"Grand Rapids","state":"MI","title":"Little Learners, Big Connections: iPad Dongles for Kindergarten","impactNote":"Dear Disney,\n\nThank you so much for helping provide dongles for our classroom. Your generosity is making a real difference for our students by ensuring they can connect their devices, participate fully in lessons, and access the technology they need to learn successfully.\r\n\r\nThese dongles may seem like small tools, but they remove big barriers in the classroom. Because of your support, students can collaborate more easily, present their work confidently, and stay engaged during technology-based activities.\r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your kindness and investment in our students’ education. Your support helps create a more connected and equitable learning environment every day.","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":10189688,"teacherName":"Mrs. Broderick","teacherPossessiveName":"Mrs. Broderick's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7743467_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657579931159","schoolName":"Horizon Science Academy - Youngstown","city":"Youngstown","state":"OH","title":"Amazing Incentives","impactNote":"Dear Disney,\n\nThank you for your generous donation of activity games and reward items for our classroom. Your support means everything to our students and to me as an educator.\r\n\r\nYou've given us so much more than supplies—you've given our students hope and motivation. When students struggle, celebrating their successes becomes even more important. Each game earned, each milestone reached, and each reward received sends a powerful message: you are capable, and your effort matters.\r\n\r\nResearch shows that meaningful incentives boost work ethic and help students develop critical self-management skills. But beyond the data, I see it every day in my classroom. Students who feel recognized and celebrated become more confident, more resilient, and more willing to take on challenges. They begin to believe in themselves.\r\n\r\nYour gift has transformed our classroom culture. Students are working harder, supporting one another, and most importantly, experiencing the genuine pride that comes from achievement. Every success story—no matter how small—is building their confidence and encouraging them to reach for the next goal.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students when they need it most. You've empowered them to pursue greatness and shown them that their hard work is valued and celebrated.","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":10140794,"teacherName":"Mrs. Craft","teacherPossessiveName":"Mrs. Craft's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5176193_orig.jpg?crop=1157,1157,x291,y256&width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734122706443","schoolName":"M.D. Williams Intermediate School","city":"Pocahontas","state":"AR","title":"We Love National Geographic Books for Learning!","impactNote":"Dear Disney,\n\nThank you so much Disney for donating to my project We Love National Geographic Books for Learning. I wish you could of seen the student faces when they opened up the box with the new books. Their favorite book is The Weird But True Disney book. The National Geographic books encourage students to check out more nonfiction books because of their giant colorful pictures and detailed text. I love using these books to teach nonfiction text features. This is a skill that students will need their entire life. The Weird But True books are great for encouraging reluctant readers because the text is not so intimidating. Disney, thanks for making our reading dreams come true!","photopaths":null},{"proposalId":10140731,"teacherName":"Mrs. Sharber","teacherPossessiveName":"Mrs. Sharber's","teacherPhoto":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3632588_orig.jpg?crop=420,420,x480,y171&width=34&height=34&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565747259843","schoolName":"Stanley Hupfield Academy at Western Village","city":"Oklahoma City","state":"OK","title":"Fueling Creativity and Growing Minds","impactNote":"Thanks to your generosity, my classroom feels brighter, calmer, and more joyful. The twistable crayons have quickly become a favorite tool during writing, art, and hands‑on learning. Students who used to get frustrated with broken crayons or constant sharpening are now able to stay focused on expressing their ideas. Their drawings are more detailed, their writing is more confident, and their excitement to create has grown every single day.\r\n\r\nThe nutritious snacks have made an equally meaningful impact. Having healthy options available has helped students stay energized and ready to learn, especially during small‑group instruction and longer tasks that require sustained attention. I've seen calmer transitions, improved focus, and a noticeable boost in students' confidence when they know their needs are being met.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has brought comfort, creativity, and stability into our classroom. Thank you for believing in my students and giving them the tools and support they deserve. Your gift has made a real difference in their daily lives, and we are truly grateful.","photopaths":null}]

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