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The materials are helping my students practice important skills such as sharing, taking turns, communicating, problem-solving, and working together. As we move forward with our current lessons, I look forward to seeing my students continue to explore, create, and learn through play and hands-on experiences. Thank you for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a place where they can feel excited, supported, and ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1701269938441,"projectUrl":"project/growing-seeds-inside/8045509/","projectTitle":"Growing Seeds Inside!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pecot","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5537383_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1567207126946","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5537383"},{"teacherId":5537383,"projectId":10514855,"letterContent":"My students have been so excited to use the new classroom resources! The materials have helped make our learning more hands-on, engaging, and meaningful for my young learners. During our classroom activities, students have been eager to explore, work together, and share their ideas with their friends. Seeing their excitement when they first saw the new materials was truly special—they were curious, excited, and ready to jump right into learning!\r\n\r\nWe are continuing to use these resources as we build our classroom community and learn about ourselves, our friends, and our environment. The materials are helping my students practice important skills such as sharing, taking turns, communicating, problem-solving, and working together. As we move forward with our current lessons, I look forward to seeing my students continue to explore, create, and learn through play and hands-on experiences. 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Seeing their excitement when they first saw the new materials was truly special—they were curious, excited, and ready to jump right into learning!\r\n\r\nWe are continuing to use these resources as we build our classroom community and learn about ourselves, our friends, and our environment. The materials are helping my students practice important skills such as sharing, taking turns, communicating, problem-solving, and working together. As we move forward with our current lessons, I look forward to seeing my students continue to explore, create, and learn through play and hands-on experiences. 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Thank you for investing in my students and helping us create a healthy space where they can focus, explore, play, and learn!","fullyFundedDate":1570213737163,"projectUrl":"project/germ-free-class-makes-for-clean-success/4502466/","projectTitle":"Germ Free Class, Makes for Clean Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pecot","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5537383_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1567207126946","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5537383"},{"teacherId":308162,"projectId":10173539,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom chinchillas—Little Bean, Squirly Tail, and Chilli Puff. 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Because of your kindness, we can continue giving them the supplies they need to thrive for the rest of the school year.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1778520830074,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-pets-in-need-of-supplies/10173539/","projectTitle":"Classroom Pets in Need of Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schorn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp308162_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514247657548","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/greta-schorn"},{"teacherId":10189515,"projectId":9624196,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students now have access to flexible seating, sensory-friendly accommodations, and engaging STEM activities that make learning more accessible and meaningful. These resources have already made a noticeable difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, our students were excited to explore the new seating options and hands-on STEM activities. Many of our learners, especially those with autism, immediately gravitated toward the flexible seating because it helped them feel more comfortable, regulated, and ready to learn. Seeing their excitement and increased engagement was an incredible moment for our classroom.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, we'll be using these resources to support collaborative STEM challenges, problem-solving activities, and differentiated instruction. The flexible seating and accommodations will remain an important part of our daily routines, helping students stay focused, build independence, and fully participate in learning. Your support has created a classroom environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and for helping create a space where they feel safe, supported, and excited to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1755728148462,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-exceptional-learners-through/9624196/","projectTitle":"Empowering Exceptional Learners Through Sensory and Flexible Supports","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tyler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10189515_orig.jpg?crop=1149,1149,x28,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755625079282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/t-dendy"},{"teacherId":3940198,"projectId":9880986,"letterContent":"Stocking up my student's classrooms with sensory tools is the best feeling in the world! Knowing they have choices, knowing they can advocate for their sensory needs, and knowing that they can regulate their own bodies IS what enables them to learn. Every person, adults included, have a sensory profile. The individual sensory profiles (e.g. sensitivity, seeking, avoidance, etc.) is never the problem. These differences only impede us when we can't regulate. For kids, that regulation has to be taught through strategies. Which is exactly what you all provided for them.\r\n\r\nFor a student with severe sound sensitivity, wearing noise buffering headphones is the only time they feel calm all day. For a student who has oral seeking behaviors, an oral chewy is the only way they can focus. For a student who seeks movement, a therapy ball provides their bodies the input they need to actually be present during instruction. \r\nWhen I introduce these tools to the kids, I give them a visual choice board. This has icons of each tool for them to choose from. We document what strategies help wake their bodies up or calm their bodies down. We monitor which tools help us focus and which help us reset after frustration. These may not seem like major adjustments, but for a kid whose sensory needs are finally met, these make all the difference in the world.\r\n\r\nI cannot thank you enough to empowering our kids to regulate their bodies at school. It makes all the difference in their learning experience and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1767221440302,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-focus-learn-sensory-supports-f/9880986/","projectTitle":"Wiggle, Focus, Learn: Sensory Supports for Southwest DC Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cucinotta, OTR/L","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3940198_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762487431637","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3940198"},{"teacherId":3043120,"projectId":9904582,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my Donors Choose project. Your donation allowed us to pass out snacks to both students and teachers. Everyone was so excited to learn about a sunshine's snack cart.\r\n\r\nYour donations provided wonderful options for students and staff to choose from. It was the highlight of everyone's day to receive an unexpected treat. Your kindness went a long way in boosting morale and making everyone's day just a little more brighter. \r\n\r\nThank you again, it means so much!","fullyFundedDate":1772045520010,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-students-and-teachers/9904582/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Students and Teachers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lytle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3043120_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501592353911","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-blytle"},{"teacherId":3043120,"projectId":9134110,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom. Testing can often be a source of fear and anxiety for students. We try hard to shift that mindset and help them feel excited to show what they know. One way we do achieve this is through test prep.\r\n\r\nWe work hard to make test prep an enjoyable experience and a way to boost our students' confidence. Your donation allowed for us to make our test preparation fun and engaging too. We were able to bring fun snacks into the day to help keep students fueled and energized. We really appreciate your donations!","fullyFundedDate":1746477727474,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-test-prep/9134110/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Test Prep","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lytle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3043120_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501592353911","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-blytle"},{"teacherId":8723611,"projectId":9206442,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous support in helping secure a color printer for our classroom; your kindness will make a real difference for our students. With this printer, I can create vibrant, engaging learning materials, hands-on project templates, and colorful visual aids that reach all 60 students across the grade. Your donation not only supplies important equipment but also shows our learners that people believe in their potential—thank you for investing in their education and daily classroom experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1743528777792,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-see-the-world-in-color/9206442/","projectTitle":"Help Us See the World in Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Woodley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8723611_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x123,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777655427804","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8723611"},{"teacherId":8723611,"projectId":9133202,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting us and helping us secure essential classroom materials. Your generosity helped us get, highlighters, erasers, binders, pencils, pens, and more to reach 60 students across the grade. These supplies make daily learning smoother, help students stay organized, and boost their confidence during lessons and assessments. Your kindness directly impacts their ability to participate fully and feel prepared. We are deeply grateful for your support and belief in our classroom — it makes a real difference every day.","fullyFundedDate":1746790799507,"projectUrl":"project/organized-chaos-in-4th-grade/9133202/","projectTitle":"Organized Chaos in 4th Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Woodley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8723611_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x123,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777655427804","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8723611"},{"teacherId":8953995,"projectId":9934330,"letterContent":"Thank you all so much for your generous support of our project. Your financial gift purchased perfect attendance items and event snacks that served as meaningful motivators for our young learners. This donation was especially impactful during the time when the Washington, DC area had snow and ice on the ground for several days. Even in such difficult weather, our students persevered, came to school, and were able to receive additional prizes that recognized their determination and commitment to learning.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps us inspire students to value attendance and build habits that support lifelong success. These rewards not only celebrate perfect attendance but also uplift the enthusiasm, creativity, and potential of each child in our school community. Because of your support, our students feel seen, encouraged, and proud of their efforts, which strengthens their confidence, self-esteem, and connection to school. 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