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Your generous donation has made me realize that these students deserve materials that challenge them to write and think creatively about the letters in their environment.\r\n\r\nI cannot wait to see the lasting impact these materials will have on my students as they prepare for kindergarten. They are extremely grateful to have people who care about their educational experience in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757558000905,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-materials-for-alphabet-and-m/9513948/","projectTitle":"Interactive Materials for Alphabet and Math Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tinajero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10099773_orig.jpg?crop=4000,4000,x0,y600&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754155590135","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10099773"},{"teacherId":9058820,"projectId":9068185,"letterContent":"We've been using them across writing and math to boost engagement and motivation especially as we prepare for the STAAR test. In math, students are setting personal goals and tracking their growth. The excitement is real it's become a powerful motivator that helps build skills they'll need for the STAAR.\r\n \r\nMany of them couldn't wait to start earning rewards Next, we're continuing with STAAR writing and math practice while deepening their understanding of key STAAR-tested concepts.\r\n\r\n Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1746786058406,"projectUrl":"project/snack-motivation/9068185/","projectTitle":"Snack Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Iperti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9058820_orig.png?crop=1125,1125,x0,y322&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690396209410","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9058820"},{"teacherId":3108857,"projectId":9035163,"letterContent":"I extend my heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who contributed to the creation of our new class library. Your generosity has helped us open doors to new worlds, spark curiosity, and inspire a lifelong love of reading in my students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our classroom is now filled with stories, adventures, and learning opportunities that will enrich the minds and imaginations of my young readers for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a lasting impact. Your kindness truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1737074022577,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-brighter-futures-empowering-y/9035163/","projectTitle":"Books for Brighter Futures: Empowering Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ybarra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3108857_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1497545137121","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-ybarra"},{"teacherId":8071519,"projectId":8846552,"letterContent":"When I was moved to fourth grade after the school year had already started, I panicked due to only having a class library with kinder level books. Thanks to you, my fourth graders enjoy reading books that interest them and are at their level. My students are enjoying the books so much that they keep one under their desk to read when they are done with their class work. I have even caught them reading their books when forming a line to switch classes, while eating breakfast, and even during recess! \r\n\r\nSome of the lessons introduced with these new books include fiction and how the characters experience changes, along with the events that develop in the story. I love to see my students make connections with the characters in the story as well! Thank you for making a huge difference in my 4th grade classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1734712115199,"projectUrl":"project/books-galore/8846552/","projectTitle":"Books Galore!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cuevas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8071519_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631848404005","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8071519"},{"teacherId":5456524,"projectId":8584500,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of materials that have greatly enriched our classroom and provided our students with a hands-on learning experience. The resources you provided, particularly those focused on the life cycles of insects like ants, spiders, and butterflies, have transformed our science lessons into an engaging and interactive experience.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement and curiosity. Many of them eagerly exclaimed, \"Wow, we get to learn about real insects!\" The hands-on activities brought our study of life cycles to life in ways that textbooks alone could never have done. The excitement was palpable as they explored the magnifying glasses, observation jars, and insect models, and it sparked many insightful questions about the world of these fascinating creatures.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a significant impact on their learning experience, allowing them to engage with science in a much deeper and more meaningful way. It has inspired them to ask questions, think critically, and, most importantly, to appreciate the wonder of life in all its forms. Many students have expressed how much they enjoyed the hands-on activities and have even continued to ask about how they can learn more about other insect life cycles!\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support, and we look forward to continuing to use these materials to inspire our young learners. Thank you once again for your generosity and for helping make science come to life in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1724240939441,"projectUrl":"project/ignite-curiousity-help-us-explore-the-w/8584500/","projectTitle":"Ignite Curiousity: Help Us Explore the Wonders of Life Cycles!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Adamoh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5456524_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751126238537","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-frison"},{"teacherId":4685276,"projectId":4353305,"letterContent":"On behalf of our special education team, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation that made it possible for us to purchase a light table for our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe light table has quickly become a favorite learning tool among our Kindergarten and Pre-K students. 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We have seen children working together, taking turns, and showing greater confidence and focus during learning time.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting difference in the daily experiences of our young learners, and we are deeply grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1566179198199,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-experience/4353305/","projectTitle":"Sensory Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pardee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4685276_orig.jpg?crop=1967,1967,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565566906330","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4685276"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_25838","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":434,"numTeachers":38,"percentFrplEligible":93,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":94,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":74.0,"schoolId":25838,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Celestino Mauricio Soto Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Celestino Mauricio Soto Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/dallas-independent-school-district/celestino-mauricio-soto-elementary-school/25838"}