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This system has already proven to be very motivating for my students.\r\n\r\nWhen students stay focused and engaged, everyone learns better. Your donations have been helping us encourage on-task behavior through positive reinforcement and keep our class working together. \r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our students and investing in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1784557214982,"projectUrl":"project/positive-behavior-support-to-maximize-le/10092479/","projectTitle":"Positive Behavior Support to Maximize Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2814409_orig.jpg?crop=746,746,x482,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1581121400278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2814409"},{"teacherId":8275601,"projectId":10181819,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for helping make our classroom special! Our new rug arrived just in time for our new kindergarteners, and it looks beautiful in our room! My students love it! I'm so happy to have a cozy, colorful space where my students can gather to hear a story, to learn together and to play. It means so much to me to be able to create a warm and welcoming place for my new little learners. Your kindness has helped make that possible. Thank you for making a difference in our classroom and for helping us start the year with such a wonderful, welcoming space for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1783027969777,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-rug-for-kindergarten/10181819/","projectTitle":"Colorful Rug for Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dtara"},{"teacherId":3989397,"projectId":10276110,"letterContent":"My students have absolutely loved having these games available! We have been using them as a fun way to practice teamwork, communication, and problem-solving while also giving students opportunities to interact with one another outside of our regular classroom lessons. Giant Connect Four and Giant Jenga have been especially popular, and it has been wonderful to watch students encourage one another, take turns, and work together.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the games, they were so excited and immediately wanted to try them. For my English learners, these activities are also a great way to practice speaking and listening in a more relaxed setting. They are communicating with their classmates, learning how to explain their thinking, and building confidence using English without even realizing how much they are practicing.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, I plan to continue incorporating these games into our classroom community-building activities and use them as opportunities to reinforce communication, cooperation, and social skills. Thank you so much for providing my students with a fun and meaningful way to learn, connect, and build relationships with one another!","fullyFundedDate":1783027971883,"projectUrl":"project/big-games-big-learning-big-smiles/10276110/","projectTitle":"Big Games, Big Learning, Big Smiles","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hines","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3989397_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752663802139","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3989397"},{"teacherId":3989397,"projectId":10138891,"letterContent":"The color toner has made such a difference in the materials I am able to provide for my students. I have been using it to print colorful visuals, vocabulary activities, charts, and other learning materials that help my English learners better understand new words and concepts.\r\n\r\nMy students immediately notice when their learning materials include color and pictures, and they are much more engaged and excited to use them. For students who are still developing their English skills, being able to connect a word to a colorful picture or visual can make something that was confusing suddenly make sense.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, I will be using the color printer to create materials that support reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Having access to color printing allows me to create lessons that are more engaging, easier to understand, and better suited to the needs of my multilingual learners. Thank you so much for helping me provide my students with resources that build both their English skills and their confidence!","fullyFundedDate":1783027967621,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-color-to-our-classroom-learning/10138891/","projectTitle":"Bringing Color to Our Classroom Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hines","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3989397_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752663802139","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3989397"},{"teacherId":3989397,"projectId":10138909,"letterContent":"My students have been so excited to use the new art supplies! The paints and brushes have already been put to great use creating bulletin boards and displays around our school. They love seeing their artwork displayed for other students and staff to enjoy, and it has given them a real sense of pride in their work.\r\n\r\nRight now, my students are using the materials to create projects for Hispanic Heritage Month. They are learning about Hispanic cultures and traditions while using art to share what they have learned. These projects have also given them opportunities to practice new vocabulary and express their ideas in a way that feels comfortable and fun.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw all of the new supplies, they were so excited and couldn't wait to start using them. For students who are still learning English, art gives them another way to communicate, participate, and feel successful. 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Your generosity is helping make a special difference in the lives of my second-grade students, who are growing as bilingual readers in both Spanish and English.\r\n\r\nThis year, my goal is to help my students truly fall in love with reading. Your support is helping me build a classroom library filled with engaging, fun, and age-appropriate books in Spanish. These books will give my students more opportunities to see themselves, their cultures, and their experiences represented in the stories they read.\r\n\r\nI am especially excited to watch my students explore these new books, discover characters they connect with, laugh at funny stories, learn new things, and become more confident readers. Having a variety of Spanish books available in our classroom will encourage them to read for enjoyment while continuing to strengthen their literacy skills in both languages.\r\n\r\nYour donation is giving my students something truly meaningful: the opportunity to discover the joy of reading in their own language while becoming stronger bilingual readers.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students, supporting their love of reading, and helping me create a classroom where every child can find a book that makes them want to turn the next page!","fullyFundedDate":1783027970909,"projectUrl":"project/love-of-reading-year-2nd-grade-edition/10166749/","projectTitle":"Love of Reading Year: 2nd Grade Edition","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8708854_orig.png?crop=272,272,x10,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679581377062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8708854"},{"teacherId":4693960,"projectId":10328015,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support for my classroom supplies. This is the first year that I was able to offer a textbook to my students that can aid their science learning. They absolutely love the \"Everything You Need to Ace Middle School Science\" book, and I frequently catch them reading independently. Many students have purchased their own copies to keep at home.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the textbooks, the organization supplies of pencil packs, pencils, and erasers has helped so much in the classroom. Each student has their emergency pencil pack, and it has drastically reduced the amount of time it takes to hand out replacement pencils, AND students know exactly where to go when they need an extra pencil. \r\n\r\nAll of this was made possible by donors, and I truly appreciate what you were able to contribute to my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1781726513345,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-study-tools-for-middle-school-s/10328015/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Study Tools for Middle School Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Duve","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4693960_orig.jpg?crop=2833,2833,x42,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569597307969","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/duvescience"},{"teacherId":2814409,"projectId":9595005,"letterContent":"We are immensely grateful for the donation of the adjustable computer table, which has significantly enhanced the functionality of our classroom. This versatile piece of furniture currently serves as our dedicated computer station, providing students with easy access to essential materials for their work. Adjacent to it, we have efficiently organized our headphone and mouse storage, streamlining our daily activities and maximizing our classroom space. \r\nWe are grateful to the cord organizers for ensuring that all potential tripping hazards on the rug have been carefully addressed. Their meticulous attention to detail has created a safer and more organized environment, allowing us to move freely and confidently without concern for safety. Thank you for your thoughtful and diligent work in maintaining a hazard-free space.\r\nYour generous contribution has not only saved us time but also improved our overall organization. Both the students and I deeply appreciate your support and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1765914105288,"projectUrl":"project/technology-hub-tools/9595005/","projectTitle":"Technology Hub Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2814409_orig.jpg?crop=746,746,x482,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1581121400278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2814409"},{"teacherId":2814409,"projectId":9833681,"letterContent":"This is my first year in this classroom, and initially, the space was quite sparse. The addition of these items has been instrumental in transforming these blank walls into a happy space. The borders are exceptionally beautiful and significantly brighten the atmosphere. The flowers are remarkable, and the students are truly delighted by them. I am eager to continue enhancing the room with these wonderful materials. \r\nI sincerely appreciate your generosity and support in helping me create a joyful and inviting space where students can thrive and learn. Thank you for your invaluable contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1767098763386,"projectUrl":"project/bulletin-board-supplies/9833681/","projectTitle":"Bulletin Board Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2814409_orig.jpg?crop=746,746,x482,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1581121400278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2814409"},{"teacherId":8708854,"projectId":9810799,"letterContent":"We want to thank you very much for your generosity. I can't begin to tell you what it means for these kids to have information at their fingertips! They are sweet, hard-working, very smart kids who sometimes just need a little boost, and you are all a part of that for them. I can't wait to share with my students all the new books and materials they can use in their centers and small groups. Again, thank you and we will send you pictures after receiving the materials to show you what we have done. Our classroom is a better place because of your incredible contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1760708059198,"projectUrl":"project/math-in-action-hands-on-centers-for-sec/9810799/","projectTitle":"Math in Action: Hands-On Centers for Second Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8708854_orig.png?crop=272,272,x10,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679581377062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8708854"},{"teacherId":8708854,"projectId":9396094,"letterContent":"We want to thank you very much for your generosity. I can't begin to tell you what it means for these kids to have information at their fingertips! They are sweet, hard-working, very smart kids who sometimes just need a little boost, and you are all a part of that for them. I can't wait to share with my students all the new books and materials they can use in their centers and small groups. Again, thank you and we will send you pictures after receiving the materials to show you what we have done. Our classroom is a better place because of your incredible contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1756325798917,"projectUrl":"project/miscellaneous-classroom-supplies/9396094/","projectTitle":"Miscellaneous Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8708854_orig.png?crop=272,272,x10,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679581377062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8708854"},{"teacherId":3989397,"projectId":9931559,"letterContent":"Since receiving these materials, my students have been using the art supplies as a creative and calming way to support language learning. Coloring books and professional-quality markers are used during and after lessons to help students express ideas, practice vocabulary through drawing, and regulate emotions when learning feels overwhelming. 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