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Recently, the students asked if they could provide a suggestion box so they could give ideas of what to have printed. They are very invested in this printer. I have even had to tell students to please sit down to do their work because they want to just go and watch it. I love their excitement and I'm hoping that this will help encourage some of them to dive deeper into the world of STEM activities. Today's students are so creative and tech savvy. I want to encourage them to put their creativity to use! Thank you again for your donations and contribution to making this project happen for my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755749876905,"projectUrl":"project/3d-printing-to-bring-imaginations-to-rea/9323196/","projectTitle":"3D Printing to Bring Imaginations to Reality","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Burger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7687041_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1607668372823","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dianaburger"},{"teacherId":6221386,"projectId":9498054,"letterContent":"Our new bubble machines have brought so much excitement and joy to our classroom! Technology like this might seem simple, but for my students, it's an incredibly powerful learning tool. The bubbles capture their attention and motivate them to move, reach, point, and pop—helping them develop important fine motor and coordination skills in a way that feels like play.\r\n\r\nThe best part is watching how this activity sparks communication and connection. Students laugh together, take turns popping bubbles, and share moments of pure delight. Even students who are usually hesitant to engage are eager to participate when the bubble machine is on. One student in particular, who typically needs extra encouragement to use his hands, now eagerly reaches and points to the bubbles as they float by—his face lighting up with pride every time he pops one!\r\n\r\nThis project has made learning truly come alive for my students, turning a simple classroom moment into one filled with growth, joy, and shared success.","fullyFundedDate":1757004288439,"projectUrl":"project/pop-learn-play/9498054/","projectTitle":"Pop, Learn, Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simpson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6221386_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548392066769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristen-simpson1"},{"teacherId":6221386,"projectId":9642940,"letterContent":"When our new JoyCat Mystery Alphabet Box and Toddler Talking Flash Cards arrived, my students' faces absolutely lit up. They were eager to explore the mystery letters—opening boxes, matching shapes, and proudly naming the sounds they discovered. One of my students, who is just beginning to use words, giggled as the flash cards \"talked\" back to him, repeating familiar animal names and sounds. It was a moment that truly captured the power of learning through play!\r\n\r\nWe now use these materials every week during small-group literacy time and center rotations. The alphabet box has become a favorite for sorting and matching letters, while the talking flash cards encourage my students to build vocabulary and practice listening skills independently. These hands-on, sensory-rich tools have helped every child—especially my emerging communicators—feel successful and engaged.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be expanding our literacy centers to include activities where students can \"build\" their own simple words using the alphabet pieces and then find matching cards that show pictures or objects beginning with those sounds. It's amazing to see how confident and curious they've become—thank you for helping us spark that love of learning!","fullyFundedDate":1757295540206,"projectUrl":"project/early-literacy-explorers/9642940/","projectTitle":"Early Literacy Explorers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simpson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6221386_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548392066769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristen-simpson1"},{"teacherId":6887459,"projectId":9706899,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible for my students. I have purchased science materials to incorporate into our science curriculum. I wanted to make the science kits age appropriate for my students and have them learn in a fun and engaging way to meet their learning needs. My students are so excited to be learning the material in a way that makes sense to them. The giant digital timer has been a big hit in the classroom as well. My students do not have to ask how much time they have left in a center, because they can see the timer. Once again thank you so much for your kindness in giving this opportunity to my students.","fullyFundedDate":1759518612278,"projectUrl":"project/science-science-all-around/9706899/","projectTitle":"Science, Science All Around!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garabito","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6887459_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1645164354544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/veronica-garabito"},{"teacherId":6887459,"projectId":9534756,"letterContent":"My students are so excited learning about classroom expectations through the books on strike series. They are learning how to share, treat our supplies with respect in a fun and engaging way. They have been trying to guess the next rhyming word that will be used. They are constantly asking for me to read to them books on strike. I have our SEL books displayed at our carpet area and students get to see the books and vote on which book should be read next. \r\n\r\nI have a student of the week that gets to wipe the white board with our microfiber cloth, and love that it has a magnet to keep it in place.","fullyFundedDate":1757528806712,"projectUrl":"project/sel-for-a-successful-year/9534756/","projectTitle":"SEL for a Successful Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garabito","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6887459_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1645164354544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/veronica-garabito"},{"teacherId":6221386,"projectId":9259401,"letterContent":"Our new resources have quickly become classroom favorites! The chunky puzzles and felt board stories make learning fun while building language and fine motor skills. One amazing moment was when a student who's usually hesitant to join activities eagerly helped tell a story using the felt board. When the materials arrived, students' faces lit up—they loved the bright colors and textures, and some even used their communication devices to request turns! Next, we'll use the felt board for sequencing activities and the fine motor tools in sensory bins to strengthen skills for writing and self-care. Thank you for making our classroom more engaging and inclusive!","fullyFundedDate":1748989164596,"projectUrl":"project/helping-tiny-hands-grow-strong/9259401/","projectTitle":"Helping Tiny Hands Grow Strong","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simpson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6221386_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548392066769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristen-simpson1"},{"teacherId":6221386,"projectId":9281420,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Your donation has brought excitement and meaningful learning into our classroom. My students—many of whom are nonverbal or have emerging language skills—shine brightest when they can learn through play and hands-on experiences.\r\n\r\nThe new materials you helped provide are already making a big impact. The Vet Pet Play Set and Little People Bus are encouraging imaginative play and social interaction, giving my students opportunities to practice communication in fun, real-world ways. The Ocean Animal Fishing game adds a playful challenge that supports fine motor skills and turn-taking, while the Flower Garden Building set has been a huge hit for developing hand strength and creativity.\r\n\r\nThese tools will be part of our monthly themed learning centers, helping make every lesson more engaging, accessible, and joyful for all learners. Thank you for helping my students grow, explore, and express themselves every day!","fullyFundedDate":1746878067218,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-themes-and-play/9281420/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Themes and Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simpson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6221386_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548392066769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristen-simpson1"},{"teacherId":6221386,"projectId":9259405,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support! The sensory letter tracing tools have been a wonderful addition to our special education preschool classroom. My students are using them daily during literacy centers to explore letters through touch and movement, which makes learning feel fun and accessible.\r\n\r\nThe first time we used the materials, my students were instantly engaged. They were excited to feel the textures and trace the letters with their fingers. For many, this hands-on experience made letter learning less intimidating and more enjoyable. It was amazing to see their faces light up as they recognized and formed letters on their own.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're working on a letter-of-the-week project, and the students are starting to recognize letters more confidently—especially those in their own names! Next, we'll begin using the tools to support name recognition and early word building.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible. Your generosity is making a real difference!","fullyFundedDate":1745452316271,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-letter-tracing/9259405/","projectTitle":"Sensory Letter Tracing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simpson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6221386_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548392066769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristen-simpson1"},{"teacherId":6221386,"projectId":9127508,"letterContent":"Thank you so much again for your incredible generosity. The storage bins we received have been truly amazing and have made a big difference in our classroom. They've helped us tremendously with organizing our materials, making everything more accessible and efficient for both teachers and students.\r\n\r\nThe bins are neatly arranged on a shelf where students can easily reach and explore different learning tools. We've filled them with a variety of hands-on materials such as sorting bears, fine motor beads, Play-Doh, letter magnets, and blocks—just to name a few! These items are now easier to find, use, and clean up, which has helped us maximize learning time and promote student independence.\r\n\r\nYour support has created a more structured and inviting learning environment for our little learners, and we are so grateful. Thank you for making a lasting impact on our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1740687660380,"projectUrl":"project/storage-bins/9127508/","projectTitle":"Storage Bins","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simpson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6221386_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548392066769","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristen-simpson1"},{"teacherId":9798205,"projectId":9122119,"letterContent":"The first-grade students in my classroom sincerely loved and appreciated the science and SEL books donated to them. The kids were ecstatic to learn about fun, fascinating animals/habitats/characteristics, and we had a great time discussing the engaging content in the books. After we read the book as a whole group, we would discuss what we learned and enjoyed, and explore the possible new questions we had after learning. \r\nLikewise, with the SEL books/materials, we talked about how the books related to us and how we can use the new information in our classroom. Every student was excited and grateful to have new materials and skills to discuss. \r\nWe continue learning new information about the fascinating animals and search for ways to enhance our social/emotional skills at school and at home as young learners. The students are thankful and will continue to enjoy all the materials we have received.","fullyFundedDate":1742569069504,"projectUrl":"project/enrich-the-classroom-with-stem-and-sel-r/9122119/","projectTitle":"Enrich the Classroom With STEM and SEL Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hartinger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9798205"},{"teacherId":7687041,"projectId":9085683,"letterContent":"We absolutely love the new puzzle boards and the puzzles. These have been added to our Friday Honor Time choices. When students complete all assignments on time they earn some free time on Friday afternoon. When students learned that we were adding these puzzles in, several students, who had lacked some prior motivation, were now very motivated to get work done. \r\n\r\nI have also really enjoyed watching students work together on the puzzles. We have some very quiet students who have taken the lead on the challenge and it's fun to see them rise to the occasion. Both myself and my colleague have sat down and worked on the puzzle with the kids and we are able to chat with them as we work. We hear a lot about their family, their interests, and many other things. \r\n\r\nWe are so glad that this project got funded and we love what it has added to our classroom community. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1739984358226,"projectUrl":"project/what-can-we-do-nowthe-puzzling-solut/9085683/","projectTitle":"What Can We Do Now?...the Puzzling Solution!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Burger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7687041_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1607668372823","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dianaburger"},{"teacherId":9916359,"projectId":9098801,"letterContent":"Since receiving the new resources, my students and I have been making the most of the interactive tools, especially the Plinko drop game for English Language Arts (ELA). This engaging game has become a favorite in the classroom, where students play for prizes while practicing important skills such as vocabulary, reading comprehension, and grammar. I've integrated the Plinko game into lessons by asking questions related to the material we are studying, allowing students to drop a token and land on different prize sections. The excitement of winning a prize while reinforcing learning has created a dynamic atmosphere, where students are actively participating and eager to engage in every lesson.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their reactions were priceless. Their eyes lit up, and they couldn't contain their excitement, especially when they saw the Plinko game. They immediately understood that this was not just a regular classroom activity; it was something special. The game added an element of surprise and fun that made learning feel less like a task and more like a reward. The energy in the room was contagious, and they were eager to dive in and see how well they could apply what they had learned to win prizes. It was clear that the materials had an immediate positive impact on their enthusiasm for learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, the next steps in our classroom projects will involve continuing to use the Plinko game across all subjects to encourage positive behavior and celebrate student achievements. We plan to incorporate the game into various lessons, not just for ELA but also for subjects like math, science, and social studies. It will also be used as a tool to reinforce positive behaviors in the classroom, rewarding students for demonstrating kindness, effort, and teamwork. As we move forward, we are excited to see how these interactive tools will keep motivating students and celebrating their progress. It's clear that the support from our donors is helping to make learning more exciting and effective, and I look forward to the continued growth of my students with these valuable resources.","fullyFundedDate":1738810154927,"projectUrl":"project/ela-math-plinko-games/9098801/","projectTitle":"ELA & Math Plinko Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jolley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9916359_orig.png?crop=274,274,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746808675775","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9916359"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_63175","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":564,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":76,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":33,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":58,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":69.6,"schoolId":63175,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about East Valley Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"East Valley Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/washington/east-valley-school-district-90/east-valley-intermediate-school/63175"}