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The Sharpies, glue sticks, markers, notebooks, tape, and other materials will give them the tools they need to create, write, and complete hands-on projects throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nAs we begin the year, these supplies will help me provide engaging learning experiences without worrying about running out of essential materials. Students will use them for writing activities, creative projects, and collaborative work as they build confidence and develop new skills.","fullyFundedDate":1785862083187,"projectUrl":"project/a-fresh-start-for-a-new-school-year/10387084/","projectTitle":"A Fresh Start for a New School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dalton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5699894_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550940098912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mdalton3"},{"teacherId":5699894,"projectId":10366503,"letterContent":"My students will be excited to return to a classroom that is more organized and ready for learning! The new pencil sharpener, storage supplies, Post-it notes, and tabs will help us keep our materials accessible and our classroom routines running smoothly from the very first day.\r\n\r\nThese resources will support students as they organize their work, mark important information, and take ownership of their learning. 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These resources will make rainy days more enjoyable while encouraging teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nAs we begin the new school year, students will use these materials to practice collaboration, perseverance, and creativity. The games and STEM activities will give them meaningful ways to learn and work together, while the coloring supplies will provide a relaxing creative outlet.","fullyFundedDate":1786807941461,"projectUrl":"project/the-ultimate-indoor-recess-refresh/10436414/","projectTitle":"The Ultimate Indoor Recess Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dalton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5699894_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550940098912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mdalton3"},{"teacherId":5699894,"projectId":10161831,"letterContent":"Thank you all again for your donation to my classroom! These new books will support my third graders as they become authors themselves. The children's books, including Eric Carle and other familiar patterned stories, will serve as mentor texts during a writing unit where students will study how authors use repetition, patterns, word choice, illustrations, and engaging story structures. Students will then use what they notice to create their own books designed for younger readers. I am especially excited for them to see that the books they read can inspire them to become writers and share their own stories with others.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is an opportunity to enjoy stories while also learning from the choices authors make. The new high interest books, like Dog Man and Captain Underpants, will give students fresh, well loved options for independent reading and help keep them excited about reading. I am looking forward to seeing students become more confident readers and writers as they explore these new texts. Most of all, I can't wait to see the pride on their faces when they create books of their own to share with younger students!","fullyFundedDate":1782329547153,"projectUrl":"project/mentor-texts-for-curriculum/10161831/","projectTitle":"Mentor Texts for Curriculum","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dalton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5699894_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550940098912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mdalton3"},{"teacherId":8432304,"projectId":10231684,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me fund a student station for my classroom! The two new rolling carts fit so well into my classroom, and I can't wait to fill them with student supplies. These carts will be such a helpful addition to our learning space and will make it easier for students to access the materials they need throughout the day. I truly appreciate your generosity and support of my classroom. \r\n\r\nYour donation is helping me create a more organized, welcoming, and student-friendly environment for my first graders. Thank you for helping make our classroom a special place to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1778094237999,"projectUrl":"project/student-station/10231684/","projectTitle":"Student Station!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dalton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8432304_orig.jpg?crop=848,848,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651160467413","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8432304"},{"teacherId":8432304,"projectId":10274921,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom! Your generosity truly means so much to me and to my students. The writing supplies I was able to purchase with your donation will be incredibly helpful in our classroom each day. Having fresh markers, pencils, and other materials ready to go makes such a difference for young learners as they write, create, and share their ideas. Because of your support, we no longer have to worry about dried-out markers or broken pencils getting in the way of learning. My students will be able to focus on their writing and express themselves with the tools they need to be successful. Thank you for helping create a positive and well-stocked learning environment for my classroom. Your kindness and support are truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1778179760090,"projectUrl":"project/writing-supplies/10274921/","projectTitle":"Writing Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dalton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8432304_orig.jpg?crop=848,848,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651160467413","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8432304"},{"teacherId":5699894,"projectId":10183730,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support and donation toward our classroom project. Because of your generosity, we are able to finish the school year strong with so many exciting activities and opportunities for our students!\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, we were able to add new growth mindset books to our classroom library. These books will give students the chance to enjoy positive, encouraging stories and messages as they head into summer vacation.\r\n\r\nWe were also able to purchase supplies for many of our end-of-the-year activities and special events. One especially helpful addition was new storage boxes to help organize and store our classroom materials and supplies.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and support truly make a difference in our classroom each and every day. Thank you again for helping create meaningful experiences and lasting memories for our students as we wrap up a wonderful school year!","fullyFundedDate":1778607462053,"projectUrl":"project/odds-and-ends-to-finish-strong/10183730/","projectTitle":"Odds and Ends to Finish Strong!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dalton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5699894_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550940098912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mdalton3"},{"teacherId":8432304,"projectId":10172215,"letterContent":"With the help of your generosity, I have been able to organize my classroom materials as well as my mentor texts that support my curriculum. These new bins have made a huge difference in creating a structured and accessible learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nBecause everything now has a place, we are able to spend more time focused on learning and less time searching for materials. Your support helps our classroom run more smoothly each day.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and making our classroom a more organized, welcoming space. Your kindness truly makes a lasting impact!","fullyFundedDate":1775325476380,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-organization/10172215/","projectTitle":"Classroom Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dalton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8432304_orig.jpg?crop=848,848,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651160467413","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8432304"},{"teacherId":8432304,"projectId":10184851,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project \"Phonics Games\"! My students have loved playing the new phonics game and we can't wait to use the Mr. Sketch markers and chart paper to make phonics anchor charts. \r\n\r\nAs the items from this project were delivered my students were so excited to do an unboxing to see what was inside. It was so fun to see their excitement for learning. \r\n\r\nThank you again for considering donating to my classroom and students. The impact of your donation will last through many more years and many more students.","fullyFundedDate":1776360224437,"projectUrl":"project/phonics-games/10184851/","projectTitle":"Phonics Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dalton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8432304_orig.jpg?crop=848,848,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651160467413","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8432304"},{"teacherId":9085836,"projectId":8134764,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support of our 1st grade classroom through DonorsChoose. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in the daily experiences of my students. Because of you, they now have access to resources that spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and make learning more engaging and fun. Seeing their excitement as they use these new materials is truly inspiring, and it's all thanks to your thoughtful contribution.\r\n\r\nYour donation goes far beyond supplies—it shows my students that there are people who believe in them and care about their education. That sense of support helps build their confidence and motivates them to do their best each day. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for investing in our classroom and helping create a positive, enriching environment where young learners can grow and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1704977839295,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-pushard-class-donors-choose/8134764/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Pushard Class Donors Choose!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pushard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9085836_orig.png?crop=281,282,x57,y41&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720205917531","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9085836"},{"teacherId":5965577,"projectId":6673958,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping to fill my library up with engaging titles! Students are excited every day to pick new books. We now have nonfiction texts on a wide variety of topics so students can choose what interests them individually. They have books they are excited to read waiting for them in their bins every day. 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