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These resources have quickly become part of our daily classroom routine and help us create an environment where every student feels supported and cared for. Because of your kindness, we can spend more time focusing on learning, building independence, and developing important life skills. Thank you for investing in my students and helping us create a classroom where every learner can feel comfortable, included, and ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1763474745930,"projectUrl":"project/hydration-and-comfort-for-every-learner/9540743/","projectTitle":"Hydration and Comfort for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yanez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8707284"},{"teacherId":8707284,"projectId":9703064,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Flexible Seating, Focused Minds\" project! Your generosity has made such a positive difference in our classroom. My students are now able to use flexible seating options that allow them to move, regulate their bodies, and choose a space where they feel comfortable and ready to learn. These resources are especially meaningful for my students because having the right environment can make a huge difference in their ability to focus and participate throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when they saw their new seating! They immediately wanted to try the different options, and it has been wonderful watching them learn which choices work best for their individual needs. We are continuing to practice making independent seating choices, transitioning between activities, and using these resources appropriately during academic work, small groups, and breaks.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping me create a classroom that is welcoming, supportive, and responsive to their needs. 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Together, these resources will help me create a classroom that is organized, welcoming, and designed around student needs. My goal is for every student to walk into our classroom feeling comfortable, supported, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1709769356520,"projectUrl":"project/wagon-and-boxes/8066541/","projectTitle":"Wagon and Boxes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7893592_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691015758073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7893592"},{"teacherId":3520407,"projectId":10044041,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind donations of all the cleaning products. The vacuum is used every day. It is so easy for the students to maneuver around and helps them learn a good life skill. The other cleaning products such as the duster, spray, and cleaning products also help to keep the classroom clean and sanitized. The students enjoy helping use the duster to keep the room clean which is another life skill that they can work on.\r\n\r\nIt is always such a treat for the students to receive a package with supplies for the classroom. They always enjoy helping me open up the package and are delighted to see what was donated to us.","fullyFundedDate":1769187701655,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-it-clean/10044041/","projectTitle":"Keeping it Clean","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3520407_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517349831519","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3520407"},{"teacherId":5777871,"projectId":9855425,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation of the bean bag through DonorsChoose! Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. The bean bag has already become a favorite spot for our students to read, relax, and regulate their emotions throughout the day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students have a comfortable and inviting space that supports both learning and well-being. Thank you for investing in our classroom and for believing in our students. We truly appreciate your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1763474703645,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-and-care/9855425/","projectTitle":"Comfort and Care","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alanis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5777871_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536952182724","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/t-alanis"},{"teacherId":5777871,"projectId":9855360,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, our students now have a binding machine to create and publish their own books, projects, and portfolios. This will give them such a sense of pride and ownership in their work!\r\n\r\nThe snack box has already made a meaningful difference by helping us keep students focused, energized, and ready to learn. Having snacks available ensures that no student has to try to learn while hungry.\r\n\r\nWe are especially excited about the beautiful Czech glass seed beads and alphabet beads. These materials will be used for hands-on art projects that build fine motor skills, creativity, and self-expression. Students will be able to create personalized crafts, practice spelling with alphabet beads, and develop important vocational and life skills through structured activities.","fullyFundedDate":1763474749671,"projectUrl":"project/art-and-snacks-in-sped/9855360/","projectTitle":"Art and Snacks in Sped","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alanis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5777871_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536952182724","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/t-alanis"},{"teacherId":8013180,"projectId":9595628,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation! It is because of caring individuals like yourselves, who donated basic classroom necessities, like notebooks, binders, and sharpies, that allow special education classrooms like mine to provide basic necessities in the classroom. My students were excited to open the boxes and see all of the great materials that were donated. The binders allow students to keep their materials neatly organized, while the notebooks give students the opportunity to practice their writing skills. Once again, thank you for taking the time, effort, and resources to help my students.","fullyFundedDate":1763474697684,"projectUrl":"project/basic-necessities/9595628/","projectTitle":"Basic Necessities","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Flores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8013180"},{"teacherId":1125051,"projectId":9547342,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for our amazing new microwave and the few things we asked for to use in it! My kids are learning how to be independent and being able to cook their own food safely is very important. Students are now bringing leftovers and other quick cooking lunch items to school each day to practice. \r\n\r\nWe've made popcorn every Monday to eat while watching and rating our movie trailers. The macaroni and cheese and ramen noodles are here for emergencies, and also some have been placed in our little store kids can earn bucks to purchase. Thank you again for these amazing donations that make us teacher's job a whole lot easier!","fullyFundedDate":1763474733814,"projectUrl":"project/happiness-is-being-independent/9547342/","projectTitle":"Happiness is... Being Independent","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1125051"},{"teacherId":1125051,"projectId":9512830,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my students clerical skills business we are running! The students were so excited to recieve the items they had asked for. We have used everything we were given and it has made their job so much easier. \r\n\r\nProbably our favorite item in the rolling cart! We are in charge of making classwork copies for other teachers as well as sending out flyer for upcoming events and holidays. Have this rolling cart keeps us very organized. We can file them as soon as they are complete, and wheel them to the office to be placed in individual teacher boxes.\r\n\r\nWe are also loving the wireless mouses to use with our Chromebooks, and the heavy duty stapler to help make the packets we put together much easier. Thank you again for all you do to help teachers. We really do appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1763474786812,"projectUrl":"project/school-clerical-business-needs/9512830/","projectTitle":"School Clerical Business Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Covington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1125051"},{"teacherId":5936874,"projectId":9818251,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to adaptive, reusable books that have transformed how they learn. Using a binding machine and coils, I am able to create durable, personalized materials that support reading, communication, math, and daily living skills. These books are easy for students to handle, visually clear, and designed to be used again and again, which helps students stay focused and engaged during lessons without worrying about pages tearing or materials getting lost.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is that these books are made just for them. They love seeing their names, pictures, and familiar routines included in their materials. Many students have shown increased confidence and independence as they flip through their books on their own, follow visual steps, and proudly share their work with peers and staff. For students who benefit from repetition and structure, having consistent, reusable books has made a big difference in their ability to participate successfully.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who previously struggled to stay engaged have especially warmed to this new technology. Having materials that are sturdy, organized, and accessible has reduced frustration and increased their willingness to try new tasks. Your support has helped create a more inclusive, supportive learning environment where every student can succeed. 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