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Writing feels less frustrating and more joyful—and that makes a big difference for learners at this age!\r\nYour generosity also helped grow our classroom library with exciting, highly requested books. The Pizza and Taco graphic novel set and the Jill Jet decodable chapter books have sparked immediate excitement. Students are eager to read, share, and discuss these stories, and I love seeing their enthusiasm for books continue to grow. Having engaging, accessible texts encourages students to take risks, build fluency, and discover the joy of reading.\r\nThanks to you, my first graders can focus on expressing their ideas clearly, strengthening their writing foundation, and exploring stories that inspire curiosity and imagination. Your support is helping to build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our classroom and helping our students succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1772122032720,"projectUrl":"project/building-better-readers-and-writers/10026659/","projectTitle":"Building Better Readers and Writers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. English","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4622224_orig.png?crop=329,330,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726680299075","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-english-cis"},{"teacherId":4622224,"projectId":9833203,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, my 1st graders now have the tools they need to learn, create, and grow every single day.\r\nMarkers are one of the most important supplies in our classroom. Whether students are practicing letter formation, illustrating their writing, solving math problems, or creating artwork, markers help bring their ideas to life. Thanks to your kindness, we now have a variety of vibrant Crayola markers—broad line, assorted colors, and Colors of the World markers—that allow every student to express themselves creatively and feel represented in their work. My students were especially excited to see colors that reflect the many skin tones in our classroom, helping them create artwork that truly looks like them.\r\nIn addition to art supplies, your support has helped us become more organized and independent learners. The Avery labels you provided are already making a big difference. We are using them to clearly label bins, folders, and classroom materials, which helps students quickly find what they need and take responsibility for their belongings. These may seem like small tools, but they play a big role in creating a calm, efficient classroom where students feel confident and capable.\r\nYour generosity has truly strengthened our learning environment. My students are excited, engaged, and proud of their work—and that is because of you. Thank you for believing in our classroom and helping us learn by doing every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768504639280,"projectUrl":"project/making-our-mark-and-staying-organized/9833203/","projectTitle":"Making Our Mark and Staying Organized!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. English","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4622224_orig.png?crop=329,330,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726680299075","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-english-cis"},{"teacherId":2697426,"projectId":9809116,"letterContent":"I am truly grateful for the generous donations that made our Black History game project possible. Because of your support, my students had access to the materials they needed to bring their ideas to life in a meaningful and engaging way. What may have seemed like simple supplies—paper, markers, boards, and craft materials—became powerful tools for creativity, collaboration, and deeper learning.\r\n\r\nThroughout this project, students were able to research important figures, events, and contributions in Black history. They took ownership of their learning by transforming that knowledge into interactive games designed to teach others. It was incredible to watch them move beyond simply learning facts to thinking critically about how to present information in a way that was both accurate and engaging. They had to consider their audience, create rules, design visuals, and problem-solve along the way. These are skills that go far beyond the classroom and will benefit them in so many areas of their lives.\r\n\r\nWhat stood out most to me was the level of pride and excitement the students showed. Every student found a way to contribute, whether it was through researching, writing questions, designing game boards, or explaining the rules. The classroom was filled with energy, teamwork, and a genuine sense of purpose. Students who sometimes hesitate to participate were fully engaged, and others who thrive creatively had the opportunity to shine in new ways.\r\n\r\nThis project also created space for meaningful conversations and a deeper appreciation of Black history. Students began to see connections between the past and present, and many expressed how much they enjoyed learning in a way that felt hands-on and relevant. They weren't just completing an assignment—they were creating something they were proud to share with others.\r\n\r\nNone of this would have been possible without your generosity. Your donations removed barriers and ensured that every student had equal access to the materials needed to participate fully. That kind of support makes a lasting difference. 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These texts introduce important literacy skills such as understanding characters' perspectives, recognizing themes, building vocabulary through context, and making text-to-self connections. Many of the books also spark meaningful conversations about identity, culture, and empathy, helping students grow not only as readers, but as thoughtful members of a diverse world.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is joyful, interactive, and purposeful. Students engage with books during read-alouds, small group discussions, independent reading time, and partner shares. The new books have increased student excitement and motivation—students often ask to reread favorites or recommend stories to their classmates. The variety of formats, including chapter books and graphic novels, ensures that all readers feel successful and included, while also encouraging deeper comprehension and discussion.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stands out involved a student who excitedly brought me a graphic novel from our new collection, beaming with pride. The story followed an girl whose life, culture, and celebrations mirrored her own. She had an ear-to-ear grin as she shared how the book mentioned a celebration her family also honors. It was clear that she had not often seen herself represented in books before, and that moment of recognition meant the world to her, it let her know that her story matters. Experiences like this remind me why representation in literature matters so deeply—and your support made that moment possible. Thank you for helping our students see themselves, and each other, in the pages of a book.","fullyFundedDate":1761956761270,"projectUrl":"project/read-baby-read/9739317/","projectTitle":"Read Baby, Read!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCarthy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mccarthycampus"},{"teacherId":1016382,"projectId":5788390,"letterContent":"Our new chair pockets have made an immediate difference in our classroom. Students now have a dedicated place to keep their books, folders, and supplies, which has helped them stay organized and focused throughout the day. Instead of losing materials or wasting time searching for what they need, everything is right at their fingertips.\r\n\r\nThe best part was watching their excitement when they first saw the chair pockets. They couldn't wait to set them up and make them their own. 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We are so grateful for your generosity!\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when we received the materials! They couldn't wait to help me put the shelf together. We now have a place to safely store our materials so they are not all over the room. It has been so helpful during our Lego League time!","fullyFundedDate":1763562606338,"projectUrl":"project/lego-league-materials/9809364/","projectTitle":"Lego League Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kovacs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1016382_orig.jpg?crop=808,808,x14,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599850872963","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1016382"},{"teacherId":4975289,"projectId":9812200,"letterContent":"My students and I want to take a moment and express our sincere gratitude for your generous contribution to our learning space. The funds you provided, allowed us to purchase a shelf that made a meaningful difference in the way we can organize our space and care for our materials. \r\nBefore your donation, our supplies were cluttered, making it difficult for students to find what they needed and keep materials organized. Now, thanks to your support, everything has a special place. Students can independently access literacy materials, math manipulatives and learning tools, which has encouraged responsibility, creativity, and smoother transitions during lessons.\r\nYour generosity didn't just give us a piece of furniture—it gave us a sense of organization and structure. Your gift has transformed a simple little space into a hub of excitement and readiness for learning. \r\nThank you again for believing in our work and for helping us create a space where students can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1760982753795,"projectUrl":"project/organized-spaces-for-inspired-learning/9812200/","projectTitle":"Organized Spaces for Inspired Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ward","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4975289_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1511666431095","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4975289"},{"teacherId":4622224,"projectId":9804335,"letterContent":"My first graders are developing the foundational reading and writing skills that will shape their future success. 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Campus International School is
an urban public school
in Cleveland, Ohio that is part of Cleveland Metropolitan School District.
It serves 690 students
in grades K - 8 with a student/teacher ratio of 18.2:1.
Its teachers have had 345 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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69%
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Campus International School
$206,439
raised using DonorsChoose
345
projects
funded
60
teachers
funded
1,130
donors
33
projects
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projects for
technology
67
projects for
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art supplies
Campus International School has received support from
769 individuals from Ohio and
361 individuals out-of-state.