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They are gaining strategies to calm their bodies, express their feelings, and build empathy for others. Your generosity is helping our students develop lifelong skills for emotional wellness, focus, and resilience, and we are incredibly grateful for the positive impact this will have on their learning and well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1763772310897,"projectUrl":"project/calm-classroom-mental-health-wellness/9898129/","projectTitle":"Calm Classroom, Mental Health Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. VonStup","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3637233_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1490758017244","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsv123"},{"teacherId":3637233,"projectId":9649670,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of Quill's Budding Botanists: Growing Love for Plants in First Grade. Because of you, our classroom has transformed into a place of discovery and wonder. Students are absolutely thrilled to plant their seeds and watch them grow day by day in our new classroom greenhouse. Using the posters, charts, and real gardening tools, they are learning how plants grow, what they need to survive, and how to care for living things. The excitement on their faces as they check on their seedlings each morning is truly heartwarming.\r\n\r\nYour support has also sparked a new enthusiasm for writing about science. Our first graders are eager to put their observations into words, describing what they can see, touch, and experience firsthand. This hands-on learning has strengthened their intuition and curiosity, helping them connect science with reading and writing in meaningful ways. Thank you for investing in our students and helping them grow—not just plants, but a lifelong love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1759251510701,"projectUrl":"project/quills-budding-botanists-growing-love/9649670/","projectTitle":"Quill's Budding Botanists: Growing Love for Plants in First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. VonStup","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3637233_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1490758017244","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsv123"},{"teacherId":9529127,"projectId":9793978,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support. Because of your donations of snacks our kindergarten students now enjoy a healthy snack every day. This simple gift has made a huge difference for our scholars. Knowing students have a reliable snack at the end of the day allows them to focus, participate, and learn without the distraction of hunger.\r\n\r\nThe day our boxes arrived, the classroom erupted with squeals, giggles, and even a few tears of joy. Snack time has become a daily moment of calm and celebration where students refuel and practice social skills!\r\n\r\nYour kindness is more than food — it's reassurance that our students are cared for and supported. Thank you for helping our kindergartners come to school ready to learn, play, and grow. Your gift brings smiles, calm, and energy to our classroom every day.","fullyFundedDate":1762653989179,"projectUrl":"project/fun-fuel-for-young-learners/9793978/","projectTitle":"Fun Fuel for Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9529127_orig.jpg?crop=1976,1976,x648,y1190&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715315667063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9529127"},{"teacherId":3863700,"projectId":9871121,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Title I library. Although I have only been the librarian here for the past four months, the impact of your donations is already clear and incredibly inspiring. The new books have sparked a noticeable excitement among our students, drawing them into the library and helping them see it as a place of discovery and joy. Your kindness is directly contributing to a growing love of reading in our school.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting changes has been hearing students talk about books with enthusiasm and purpose. Our 4th and 5th graders are asking for sequels and hoping to complete series they've just begun, while many are discovering popular new titles for the first time. In fact, the Press Start bin was full just yesterday—and today it's nearly empty after being enthusiastically \"raided\" by 3rd-5th graders! These moments are powerful reminders that your generosity is opening doors, building readers, and making a lasting difference. Thank you for helping our students find stories they can't wait to read.","fullyFundedDate":1764737103031,"projectUrl":"project/unlock-a-new-chapter/9871121/","projectTitle":"Unlock a New Chapter!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3863700_orig.jpg?crop=2116,2116,x0,y91&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679855148030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3863700"},{"teacherId":1419422,"projectId":7541285,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our classroom posters for anchor charts, storage bins, and USB charging ports — your support is already making a big difference for our first graders. We use the bright, kid‑friendly posters to display key strategies and vocabulary so students can glance up and get help during independent work. The storage bins keep classroom materials, manipulatives, and student projects organized and easy for little hands to access. The USB charging ports ensure our classroom tablets and devices stay powered for practice, research, and sharing work.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, our first graders were so excited — they rushed to help unpack bins, clap when the posters went up, and giggle at the bright pictures. That excitement turned into greater ownership of routines: students took care of their materials and followed anchor‑chart steps during activities.\r\n\r\nThese tools are helping us spend more time learning and less time managing supplies, and they are building independence and confidence in our youngest learners.","fullyFundedDate":1693449071381,"projectUrl":"project/preparation-materials/7541285/","projectTitle":"Preparation Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cao","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1419422_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y28&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588663221563","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cao"},{"teacherId":1419422,"projectId":7540022,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our classroom supplies — the pencils, pencil boxes, water bottles, and tissues are already making a big difference. We use the pencils for daily writing, quick checks for understanding, and assessments; the pencil boxes keep each student's supplies organized and reduce time spent searching for tools; the water bottles help students stay hydrated throughout the day and on outdoor activities; and the tissues keep our classroom clean and comfortable so learning isn't interrupted.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, students were thrilled — they excitedly inspected the pencil boxes and water bottles, immediately put their names on their boxes, and took pride in caring for their own materials. That excitement translated into greater ownership of their work and more responsibility during routines.\r\n\r\nYour gift has improved classroom routines, increased instructional time, and encouraged student independence — thank you for supporting our learners.","fullyFundedDate":1700001350417,"projectUrl":"project/welcome-back-necessities/7540022/","projectTitle":"Welcome Back Necessities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cao","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1419422_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y28&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588663221563","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cao"},{"teacherId":1419422,"projectId":7364580,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our art supplies — the paints and painting mats are already enriching our classroom. We use the paints for color‑mixing lessons, texture experiments, and cross‑curricular projects that connect art with science and social studies. The painting mats keep work areas clean and allow students to experiment more freely without worrying about mess, so they take bigger creative risks.\r\n\r\nA recent moment that stands out came during a color‑mixing lesson. Students worked in pairs to blend primary colors to create secondary and tertiary hues, then painted mini‑landscapes inspired by places they've been studying in social studies. One student who is usually hesitant to try new media proudly compared their layered sky to photos from our unit and explained their choice of colors to the class — a wonderful example of art supporting communication and critical thinking.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, students were thrilled. They gathered around the supplies, excitedly choosing brushes and discussing which colors to try. That immediate enthusiasm translated into focused, joyful work and more collaboration across groups.\r\n\r\nThank you again for giving our students these meaningful tools — your support inspires creativity and deepens learning every day.","fullyFundedDate":1685050839749,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-art/7364580/","projectTitle":"Learning through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cao","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1419422_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y28&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588663221563","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cao"},{"teacherId":1419422,"projectId":7066949,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card to support our social studies lessons. Your contribution allowed us to purchase high‑quality units and resources that helped students learn more about the world around them—cultures, communities, maps, and current events—using engaging, student‑friendly materials.\r\n\r\nWith these lessons, students explored new perspectives, practiced critical thinking, and made meaningful connections between classroom ideas and real‑world topics. The ready‑made activities saved planning time and let me focus on differentiating instruction and leading richer discussions. Students were more engaged and curious, and I could see their understanding deepen as they completed projects, analyses, and group activities.\r\n\r\nWe are grateful for your support. Your gift truly expanded learning opportunities and helped our students become more informed, thoughtful citizens.","fullyFundedDate":1670957689993,"projectUrl":"project/slaying-social-studies/7066949/","projectTitle":"Slaying Social Studies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cao","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1419422_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y28&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588663221563","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cao"},{"teacherId":3863700,"projectId":9722540,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for the beautiful, inspirational posters you provided for our library. They have completely transformed the space.\r\n\r\nFor a long time, our library has been an under-resourced corner of our community — a place filled with potential but lacking the color and energy to truly inspire. Your posters have brought new life to the walls. Their soothing designs and uplifting messages have made the room feel welcoming and full of possibility. Students linger longer, conversations spark more easily, and there's a sense of pride in a space that now reflects the creativity and hope we want to cultivate.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create not just a library, but a place where imagination, learning, and inspiration can thrive. Your generosity has made a lasting impact on our community.","fullyFundedDate":1759971871068,"projectUrl":"project/a-library-makeover/9722540/","projectTitle":"A Library Makeover!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3863700_orig.jpg?crop=2116,2116,x0,y91&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679855148030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3863700"},{"teacherId":3863700,"projectId":9747513,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our nonfiction campaign! Because of you, our shelves are filling with fascinating books that inform, entertain, and inspire. Some of the new titles are already so popular they have waitlists—and it's easy to see why. Just one look at names like Butt for Face? and you know readers are in for a treat.\r\n\r\nYour gift helps bring knowledge, curiosity, and a bit of laughter to our community. Every book you helped fund opens a door to discovery and reminds us how joyful learning can be. We're deeply grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1758816702831,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-knowledge-nonfiction-books-fo/9747513/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Knowledge: Nonfiction Books for Curious Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3863700_orig.jpg?crop=2116,2116,x0,y91&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679855148030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3863700"},{"teacherId":9529127,"projectId":9319025,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of our project, Positive Vibes, Positive Prizes! Because of you, our PBIS treasure box is fully stocked and thriving, allowing us to consistently celebrate positive choices and good citizenship in our classroom.\r\n\r\nStudents are working to demonstrate the DREAMkeeper Way by Doing their best, Respecting and Encouraging others, Acting responsibly, and Managing themselves safely. \r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly created a positive and encouraging classroom culture where every student feels valued and motivated to grow. We are so grateful for your support in making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746717069786,"projectUrl":"project/positive-vibes-positive-prizes/9319025/","projectTitle":"Positive Vibes, Positive Prizes!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9529127_orig.jpg?crop=1976,1976,x648,y1190&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715315667063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9529127"},{"teacherId":9529127,"projectId":9319139,"letterContent":"When our new reading buddies arrived, my kindergarteners' faces lit up! They picked out their own reading buddy and couldn't wait to find a cozy spot to start reading. Now, almost every day during independent reading, students curl up with their reading buddies and dive into stories with excitement and confidence. \r\n\r\nThese reading companions have transformed our reading block into a calm, joyful time where students feel safe and supported. I've already seen growth in fluency and engagement—students are choosing to spend extra time with books, and many are asking to take their reading buddy to the book corner during free time.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a classroom where reading truly comes alive!","fullyFundedDate":1746786020161,"projectUrl":"project/every-reader-needs-a-buddy/9319139/","projectTitle":"Every Reader Needs a Buddy!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9529127_orig.jpg?crop=1976,1976,x648,y1190&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715315667063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9529127"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_35989","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":289,"numTeachers":22,"percentFrplEligible":86,"percentAsian":18,"percentBlack":51,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":14,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":76.0,"schoolId":35989,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Martin Luther King Junior Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Martin Luther King Junior Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/washington/district-one-seattle-public-schools/brighton-elementary-school/35989"}