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Watching my students smile as they proudly present their work or celebrate reaching a goal has been incredibly rewarding. Your generosity has done more than provide classroom materials—it has helped build confidence, community, and a classroom where every student feels seen, heard, and valued.","fullyFundedDate":1734712097961,"projectUrl":"project/speak-up/9007743/","projectTitle":"Speak Up","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4002649_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522450544488","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jenperez"},{"teacherId":4002649,"projectId":9261316,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in my students and our classroom. Your generosity provided the cleaning supplies we needed to create a space where my students feel safe, comfortable, and cared for every single day. While these may seem like simple items, they make a tremendous difference. A clean classroom allows my students to focus on learning instead of distractions, and it gives them an environment that reflects how much they matter.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful outcomes has been watching my students take pride in our classroom. They eagerly help keep our space clean and understand that taking care of our classroom is a way of taking care of one another. As a teacher, it means so much to know that I can spend more time teaching and supporting my students instead of worrying about whether we have the basic supplies needed to maintain a healthy learning environment. Your kindness has touched our classroom in ways that extend far beyond these materials. Thank you for investing in my students and reminding them that there are people who truly care about their success.","fullyFundedDate":1746787058668,"projectUrl":"project/clean-learning-environment/9261316/","projectTitle":"Clean Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4002649_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522450544488","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jenperez"},{"teacherId":4002649,"projectId":9844436,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for the generosity that brought this project to life. The science, art, and math materials have transformed the way my students experience learning. Instead of simply reading about new concepts, they are now able to explore, create, build, and discover through hands-on activities. Watching their excitement as they make connections between creativity and academic content has been one of the most rewarding parts of this project. These experiences have sparked curiosity, encouraged collaboration, and helped my students develop confidence as young learners.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, these resources have allowed me to design more engaging lessons that meet the needs of a variety of learning styles. My students are more willing to take risks, ask thoughtful questions, and solve problems because they have meaningful tools to explore ideas in science, art, and math. The materials have turned everyday lessons into memorable learning experiences that encourage critical thinking and creativity. Most importantly, my students know that people they have never met believed in them enough to invest in their education. That kindness has reminded them that their learning matters, and it has inspired them to approach each day with excitement and confidence. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1761853197585,"projectUrl":"project/science-art-math-learning/9844436/","projectTitle":"Science, Art & Math Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4002649_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522450544488","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jenperez"},{"teacherId":7745837,"projectId":9137831,"letterContent":"My students are more than grateful that you chose to donate to our project. Any my wallets is probably even more happy! I try to make sure I have some snacks on hand because my students come from all different backgrounds. I never want anyone to feel like they were forgotten or left out when it comes to our snack time. Times are always tough and after a long school day it makes a world of difference when the kiddos can have a small snack. Having enough on hand allows me to keep our snack time and keep my kiddos happy. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1746699595602,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack/9137831/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berkley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7745837"},{"teacherId":7745837,"projectId":5395389,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my class project! I wanted to help my students understand more about people and our differences. They are in PreK so they can see the obvious but being able to understand why is always hard. The crayons we have usually just have brown or peach but once they saw all the different shades, they became sooooo excited! It may have been a small gesture to you but it means the world to me. My students were able to understand different cultures more just by having the right crayons. Again thank you so much!!","fullyFundedDate":1616780654637,"projectUrl":"project/coloring-real-people/5395389/","projectTitle":"Coloring Real People","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berkley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7745837"},{"teacherId":4002649,"projectId":6506213,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity! You have made learning in our classroom flexible and fun. With your donations we were able to place a work desk in the front of the classroom that can be used for students who are presenting and showing off their learning. We also have a work space in the back of our classroom where students can work as a team or individually. Making learning flexible for my students is a great way to help them feel comfortable and secure in our classroom. When they feel confident, they will take their learning to a new level. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1659735333687,"projectUrl":"project/standing-while-learning/6506213/","projectTitle":"Standing While Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4002649_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522450544488","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jenperez"},{"teacherId":4002649,"projectId":9930074,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible. The science materials have brought our lessons to life by giving my students the opportunity to explore concepts through hands-on learning. Whether listening to their heartbeats with stethoscopes, examining the skeleton model, or investigating other science tools, my students have been excited, engaged, and eager to learn. These experiences have sparked curiosity and helped them build confidence as young scientists.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I have been able to create more interactive lessons that encourage students to ask questions, make observations, and think critically. Seeing their excitement and wonder reminds me how powerful hands-on learning can be. Your support has given my students meaningful experiences they will remember long after this school year, and we are truly grateful for your investment in their education.","fullyFundedDate":1765910114878,"projectUrl":"project/scientists-in-the-making/9930074/","projectTitle":"Scientists in the Making","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4002649_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522450544488","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jenperez"},{"teacherId":10379106,"projectId":9951474,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of the games and supplies! My kids were thrilled to see them. The Clixo toys really caught their attention, and have definitely pushed some of them to new creative heights. I love seeing them work through their challenges, especially in a group setting. It has also been fun to see students step up and begin facilitating games on their own, like Spot It. \r\nThank you again for making sure our kids are happily occupied and learning, even during indoor recess. It is so nice to know that bad weather doesn't resign us to less fun and learning. We appreciate it so much.","fullyFundedDate":1769177270550,"projectUrl":"project/level-up-our-screen-free-indoor-recess-w/9951474/","projectTitle":"Level Up Our Screen-Free Indoor Recess With STEM and Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cortes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10379106"},{"teacherId":10339579,"projectId":9870494,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of headphones to our kindergarten students. Your kindness has already made a meaningful impact in our classroom and has brought great excitement. \r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students are better able to listen and engage in learning activities. Your gift has helped foster a calm and supportive learning environment where they can learn confidently and at their own pace. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and supporting their early learning experiences. Your generosity, is building a lasting and meaningful impact on young minds and hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1765205071210,"projectUrl":"project/hear-the-learning/9870494/","projectTitle":"“Hear the Learning!”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laureano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10339579_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762123086954","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10339579"},{"teacherId":9336366,"projectId":9529130,"letterContent":"We have been actively using the new materials from \"Sensory Explorers: A Journey Through Touch, Light & Motion\" as part of our daily sensory and communication routines. One powerful moment was during a structured exploration time when students used light panels, textured objects, and motion tools to explore cause and effect. Several students independently reached for preferred textures, tracked moving lights with sustained attention, and repeated actions to show interest—clear signs of engagement and learning for our non-verbal learners.\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reactions were immediate and meaningful. Some students smiled, vocalized, or used body movements to show excitement, while others calmly explored the materials with deep focus. A few students who typically need significant prompting were able to engage independently, using eye gaze, touch, and movement to communicate preferences. 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The resources we're able to access not only save valuable planning time but also give our students opportunities to explore, think critically, and build confidence in their learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our classroom is a place where curiosity thrives and every student has access to high-quality materials that meet their unique needs. Your kindness truly makes a difference in our daily learning journey — thank you for helping us grow and succeed together","fullyFundedDate":1758224530034,"projectUrl":"project/resources-for-all-learners/9646137/","projectTitle":"Resources for All Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Delgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5658283_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704756417061","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5658283"},{"teacherId":9336366,"projectId":9515150,"letterContent":"Seeing my students' joy when we received the sand table made my heart ecstatic and full of gratitude to all of my donors. 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