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They couldn't wait to grab a marker and start working, and many asked right away if they could use the tables for math and science. What stood out most was how naturally students shifted from working independently in notebooks to collaborating with their tablemates. Students now model their thinking, explain strategies visually, and coach one another through challenging math problems in real time.\r\n\r\nThese tables have become a powerful tool for collaboration and problem solving across content areas. In math, students regularly draw models, solve multi-step problems, and compare strategies together. In science, they brainstorm ideas, sketch diagrams, and problem-solve during investigations, whether they are designing a \"science superhero\" powered by concepts like static electricity, current electricity, or magnetism, or mapping out solutions to scientific challenges. The whiteboard surfaces allow students to take risks, revise their thinking, and build off one another's ideas in ways that weren't possible before.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, the tables have also strengthened our classroom community. Students often use them to write encouraging messages to classmates who are absent or to leave positive notes for one another, fostering kindness and connection. Moving forward, we will continue using these tables to support collaborative math tasks, hands-on science projects, and shared brainstorming during writing. Thanks to our donors, my students now have a learning space that encourages teamwork, creativity, and confidence every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1755716602826,"projectUrl":"project/from-problem-solving-to-brainstorming-/9509540/","projectTitle":"From Problem Solving to Brainstorming - Right on the Table!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ecker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10098097_orig.jpg?crop=531,531,x24,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753904699767","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-ecker"},{"teacherId":1696900,"projectId":9495270,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in helping bring new reading and math games into our classroom. These resources have already made a difference in how my students learn content and skills.\r\n\r\nMy students often choose these hands-on games over technology. They are practicing important reading and math skills while also building social skills like sharing and taking turns. It has been amazing to see how much joy and excitement the games bring to our learning time.\r\n\r\nMany of my students often say, \"This is so much fun-do we have to stop playing?\" That captures how these games are turning practice into something that's fun, engaging, and something they look forward to every day. Your support has created an environment where students are not only strengthening academic skills but also developing a true love for learning. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1754499150920,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-reading-and-math-cent/9495270/","projectTitle":"Hands on Learning: Reading and Math Centers for Growing Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hughey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1696900_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1577873697164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dhughey"},{"teacherId":1696900,"projectId":9592228,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. I am incredibly grateful for your support and the opportunity to use the MacBook in my classroom. It has allowed me to to create interactive lessons, track student progress, and access online resources that keep students engaged and excited about learning. \r\n\r\nStudents are also benefiting greatly. They use the MacBook to play educational games, listen to stories, and practice reading, phonics, math, and even typing skills. During center time, they use it collaboratively, which helps them build teamwork and communication skills. Your kindness and generosity is greatly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1757503625596,"projectUrl":"project/learning-in-full-color-with-a-laptop/9592228/","projectTitle":"Learning in Full Color With a Laptop","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hughey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1696900_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1577873697164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dhughey"},{"teacherId":4451364,"projectId":9294060,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation and generosity towards helping us create a Buddy Bench or Friendship Cabana! This has been the hit of the playground time! We are so excited to be able to start using it and fostering socialization in the shade! \r\nSpecifically, we had one particular student in the school in mind when creating this project. The cabana is a safe, comfortable spot for her to get out of her wheelchair, sit in the shade, and socialize with friends. Although she was at the forefront of our minds when creating this project, it has been mutually beneficial for all students within the Department of Exceptional Education and General Education. Being in Georgia, our Summers, Springs, and Fall can be brutally hot, so this Shady Socialization corner is a delight! 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Thank you for helping to aid in providing this needed support for them. We appreciate you and your generosity for the gift that keeps giving....learning!","fullyFundedDate":1745891044198,"projectUrl":"project/special-summertime-learning/9117830/","projectTitle":"Special Summertime Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lingenfelter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4451364_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662678716128","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4451364"},{"teacherId":6833625,"projectId":9326098,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful for your generosity in providing our classroom with new technology. These tools are already transforming the way my students learn, communicate, and explore the world around them.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFor my students, especially those with autism and unique learning needs, technology opens doors that traditional methods cannot. It allows us to adapt lessons to each child's abilities, provide interactive and engaging activities, and build skills that prepare them for the future. Whether it's practicing communication through specialized apps, exploring new concepts with interactive programs, or accessing differentiated lessons, this technology is helping every learner shine in their own way.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, having this technology means I can better meet my students where they are and help them grow academically, socially, and independently. Your support has not only provided equipment—it has provided opportunities, confidence, and a pathway to success.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and helping us harness the power of technology to inspire learning every day.","fullyFundedDate":1747017210758,"projectUrl":"project/technology-update/9326098/","projectTitle":"Technology Update","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6833625"},{"teacherId":6833625,"projectId":9309623,"letterContent":"As a first-year teacher, starting this school year has been both exciting and overwhelming—but your generosity has truly made all the difference. Thanks to your support, our classroom has received new materials that will directly benefit my students every single day.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the boxes arrived, I knew these resources would help me create the engaging, hands-on learning environment I've dreamed of providing. These tools will give my students opportunities to explore, learn, and grow in ways that meet their individual needs—while making learning fun and accessible for all.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFor a new teacher like me, having these materials means more than just supplies—it means starting my career with the encouragement and backing of a community that believes in my students and their potential. Your kindness has set a tone of hope, excitement, and possibility for the year ahead.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and helping me begin this journey on such a strong and positive note.","fullyFundedDate":1746471635905,"projectUrl":"project/new-materials-for-greatness/9309623/","projectTitle":"New Materials for Greatness!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6833625"},{"teacherId":6833625,"projectId":9309456,"letterContent":"As a first-year teacher, starting this school year has been both exciting and overwhelming—but your generosity has truly made all the difference. Thanks to your support, our classroom has received new materials that will directly benefit my students every single day.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the boxes arrived, I knew these resources would help me create the engaging, hands-on learning environment I've dreamed of providing. These tools will give my students opportunities to explore, learn, and grow in ways that meet their individual needs—while making learning fun and accessible for all.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFor a new teacher like me, having these materials means more than just supplies—it means starting my career with the encouragement and backing of a community that believes in my students and their potential. Your kindness has set a tone of hope, excitement, and possibility for the year ahead.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and helping me begin this journey on such a strong and positive note.","fullyFundedDate":1746532135908,"projectUrl":"project/new-classroom/9309456/","projectTitle":"New Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6833625"},{"teacherId":6833625,"projectId":7924611,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for the generous snack donations you provided to our classroom. These snacks may seem like a small gesture, but they make a big difference in our students' day.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, having access to a quick, healthy snack helps them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. It also provides comfort and consistency, which is especially important for children with unique learning needs. Your kindness ensures that no student in our class has to worry about being hungry during the school day, allowing them to fully engage in our lessons and activities.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAs a new teacher, I am deeply grateful for your support. Your generosity helps me create a nurturing and supportive environment where every child can thrive—both academically and emotionally.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us stay fueled for learning and for showing our students that they are cared for in every way.","fullyFundedDate":1697224333669,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time-help/7924611/","projectTitle":"Snack Time Help","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6833625"},{"teacherId":6833625,"projectId":5828688,"letterContent":"I am so excited to share how your generosity has already begun to make a difference in our classroom! Thanks to your support, we have received STEM materials that will open the door to hands-on, inquiry-based learning for my students.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThese new tools will allow us to explore science, technology, engineering, and math in fun and meaningful ways—whether it's building and designing, experimenting with cause and effect, or solving real-world problems together. For my students, especially those with unique learning needs, these materials make abstract concepts tangible and give them the confidence to explore, create, and innovate.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAs a new teacher, having access to these resources means I can provide engaging experiences that spark curiosity, foster problem-solving skills, and encourage teamwork from day one. You have truly helped lay the foundation for a year of discovery and growth.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of STEM and for investing in our students' futures.","fullyFundedDate":1639749261175,"projectUrl":"project/help-stem-ulate-our-kids/5828688/","projectTitle":"Help S.T.E.M-ulate our kids!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6833625"},{"teacherId":6833625,"projectId":6033520,"letterContent":"As a new teacher, I am beyond grateful for the generosity you have shown to our classroom. Thanks to your support, we have received new materials that will make an immediate and lasting difference for my students.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThese resources will help create a more engaging and supportive learning environment, giving my students access to tools that meet their unique needs and spark their curiosity. Every book, activity, and supply you helped provide is a step toward building not only academic skills, but also confidence and joy in learning.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nStarting my teaching journey with such incredible support means the world to me—and to my students. 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