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Thank you for helping make all of this happen","fullyFundedDate":1754012690958,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-started/9468652/","projectTitle":"Let’s Get Started!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Berge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3132998_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752698160913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3132998"},{"teacherId":8971719,"projectId":9354015,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the table. Students are loving having a space that is off the floor. It allows me to better organize my materials for teaching so that instructional time is maximize. We thank you for your kindness and generosity.\r\n\r\nThe table has allowed us to get off the floor, maximize our instructional time and easily pair up for partner work. This has supported instructional conversations between peers and collaboration for games and feedback. we wouldn't have been able to do this without your support. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1748044948679,"projectUrl":"project/project-off-the-floor/9354015/","projectTitle":"Project Off the Floor","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jamie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8971719_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720466254943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8971719"},{"teacherId":8971868,"projectId":8563710,"letterContent":"Thank You to Our Generous Donors,\r\n\r\nI want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your incredible support in helping my Kindergarten classroom get off to a wonderful start this year. Your generous contributions have made a significant difference, and I truly appreciate your kindness.\r\nIn our classroom, I strive to create an environment that is filled with fun, a strong sense of community, and a lot of love. The items you supplied will not only help us thrive but will also enhance the learning experience for each child. From engaging activities to essential supplies, your donations will foster creativity, curiosity, and collaboration among our young learners.\r\nThank you once again for believing in our mission and for your unwavering support. Together, we are making a positive impact on the lives of these children, and I am excited to see how they will grow and flourish this year!","fullyFundedDate":1723142373960,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-love/8563710/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Love!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siweck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8971868_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721350801408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8971868"},{"teacherId":9227278,"projectId":8564043,"letterContent":"My students have successfully used the materials provided to increase academics as well as social emotional development. The materials also allowed me to send home projects for the family to help their children. The color printer has made a huge difference in allowing us to print in color and increase engagement. This is especially important for students learning their colors. It also allowed me create graphs to track my data and student progress. Without donors like you, this would not be possible. Thank you so much from our 4 years old students. We are grateful for your donations.","fullyFundedDate":1723153464744,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-play-in-pre-k/8564043/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Play in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Malet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9227278_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754790619345","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9227278"},{"teacherId":1906259,"projectId":8282138,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation that helped bring a kidney table into our classroom! This table has truly transformed the way I conduct small group instruction. Being in close proximity to my students allows for more focused, personalized learning, and it's made it easier to provide immediate support and feedback. We've been using the table daily for reading groups, math rotations, and writing conferences. One of our favorite moments was during a phonics activity when a student excitedly said, \"I love our new table—we can all see each other and the teacher at the same time!\" That moment really captured how much of a difference it has made in our learning environment.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first walked in and saw the kidney table, their eyes lit up with excitement. They immediately asked if they could sit at the \"new special table,\" and it quickly became a favorite spot in the room. The table has created a more welcoming and inclusive space where students feel comfortable sharing ideas and asking questions. As we move into our next classroom project, we'll be using the table for guided reading discussions and collaborative math problem-solving. Thanks to your support, my students have a space that encourages curiosity, connection, and confidence every day. We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1713992244901,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-instruction-is-powerful/8282138/","projectTitle":"Small Group Instruction Is Powerful","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sandoval","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1906259_orig.jpg?crop=1150,1150,x4,y78&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693272213872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1906259"},{"teacherId":1906259,"projectId":7747628,"letterContent":"The new books we received have been a wonderful addition to our classroom, especially in supporting social-emotional learning (SEL). Many of the stories introduce important themes like kindness, empathy, self-regulation, and resilience, skills that are just as essential as academic ones. As we read together, we pause often to discuss characters' feelings, choices, and how we might respond in similar situations. 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