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Because of your support, we were able to stock up on essential learning tools, sensory resources, winter clothing essentials, and some well-deserved snacks for the students.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided us with a wonderful variety of resources that will directly impact our daily routine:\r\n\r\nSensory & Calming Tools: The weighted puppy lap pads, visual timers, and color-changing bubble fish lamp will create a soothing, focused environment for students who need extra sensory support.\r\n\r\nInteractive Learning & Play: The wooden car ramp, alligator tooth game, and mini zoo animals will be incredible additions to our indoor recess and developmental play times.\r\n\r\nDaily Learning Essentials: We are fully stocked for success with new giant easel pads, laminating sheets, and poster markers to keep our lessons vibrant and organized.\r\n\r\nWinter Warmth: The 12-pack of beanies, waterproof ski mittens, and cozy socks ensure that every student can stay warm and comfortable during outdoor recess.\r\n\r\nFuel for Focused Minds: A massive variety of snacks—including fruit snacks, crackers, pretzels, and granola bars—will ensure no student tries to learn on an empty stomach.\r\n\r\nIt is because of community partners like you that our classroom can feel like a structured, warm, and well-equipped home away from home. The kids were absolutely thrilled to see the boxes arrive, and we are already putting these items to great use.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' education, comfort, and well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1769272158696,"projectUrl":"project/warm-hearts-full-bellies-ready-minds-f/10049919/","projectTitle":"Warm Hearts, Full Bellies, Ready Minds for ASD friends!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Behrens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9625149_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722811624067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-behrens12"},{"teacherId":9711924,"projectId":10182709,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our classroom project for new iPads. Because of your support, my students now have access to modern technology that has transformed how we learn every day. \r\n\r\nThis project has profoundly impacted my students' learning by allowing them to engage with interactive educational apps, conduct real-time research, and create digital projects that showcase their understanding. The iPads have leveled the playing field, giving every student the opportunity to explore content at their own pace and in ways that suit their individual learning styles.\r\n\r\nBecause of these materials, I have been able to accomplish more dynamic and differentiated instruction in my teaching. I can now assign personalized learning paths, incorporate multimedia presentations into daily lessons, and facilitate collaborative projects that were previously impossible with our outdated equipment.","fullyFundedDate":1778754588736,"projectUrl":"project/ipad-for-learners/10182709/","projectTitle":"iPad for Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fuller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9711924_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724788629516","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9711924"},{"teacherId":3816520,"projectId":10023064,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping me provide so many things to my students with autism. The students were able to enjoy many special activities and events with these materials. \r\nStudents participated in outdoor play during World Day of Play. They buried each other in the snow. They explored light and shadows outside in our local park for science and Nature Based Learning. These outdoor activities would not have been possible without your warming donation of snow pants. \r\nStudents have many visuals available to help them have calm bodies for stress free days. We were able to support their needs in this way with your donations of laminating sheets and Velcro dots. We were able to make visual schedules, First/Then boards and other visual supports that help students with autism regulate themselves and focus on learning. \r\nStudents have been able to focus better on learning with your generous donation of snacks which support their sensory needs. 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We used these water bottles as a special reward for completing their very first novel, and the moment they saw them was unforgettable. They were thrilled—smiling, cheering, and saying \"thank you!\" over and over again. It was a proud classroom moment, and your generosity helped make it feel truly special for them.\r\n\r\nNow that they've celebrated this milestone, we are diving into our next novel with renewed excitement and confidence. The water bottles have become a symbol of their hard work, and they keep them at their desks as we begin this new reading journey together. Thank you for giving my students both motivation and a meaningful reminder that people believe in them.","fullyFundedDate":1763498850583,"projectUrl":"project/hydrate-like-heroes-celebrating-our-fir/9903672/","projectTitle":"Hydrate Like Heroes! 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They have nice new hooks for their supplies, which helps them with important executive functioning skills like being organized.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1757362590700,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-storage-so-we-can-focus-on-le/9675713/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Storage so We can Focus on Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chinchilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3816520_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757175593720","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3816520"},{"teacherId":9711924,"projectId":9234970,"letterContent":"I deeply appreciate the books you shared with my classroom. They have already made a meaningful impact—students often choose reading over toys, and it is inspiring to see their enthusiasm grow. The Elephant and Piggie series has been wonderful for practicing sight words in Kindergarten, and the PJ Masks read-aloud has been especially motivating for students who benefit from listening to stories.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has extended beyond my classroom, as the books are being shared among students with special needs throughout our school. They are well cared for and enjoyed at the right times, ensuring they can be treasured for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you again for this thoughtful donation. You have given our students not only books, but also encouragement, joy, and opportunities to learn in meaningful ways.","fullyFundedDate":1746646033819,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books/9234970/","projectTitle":"Books books books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fuller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9711924_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724788629516","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9711924"},{"teacherId":3816520,"projectId":9311701,"letterContent":"Our end of the year family get together was so amazing. That was thanks to your generous support and donations. The families and students got to sit together one last time, chatting and enjoying their favorite snacks (Bluey fruit snacks and cookies). \r\nAfter snacks the kids showed their families how much fun they have with magnetic blocks. 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Anna Murray - Douglass School 12 is
an urban public school
in Rochester, New York that is part of Rochester City School District.
It serves 741 students
in grades Pre-K - 6 with a student/teacher ratio of 11.8:1.
Its teachers have had 85 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
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Title 1
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Grades Pre-K - 6
741 Students
63 Teachers
999 South AveContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
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81%
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Anna Murray - Douglass School 12
$44,879
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teachers
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274
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Anna Murray - Douglass School 12 has received support from
211 individuals from New York and
63 individuals out-of-state.