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The comet balls have also been a huge hit — I hear \"Watch how high it can go!\" throughout our playground time.\r\n\r\nYour donation has brought so much joy to our playground time and is helping our school's littlest learners develop their gross motor skills in a fun way!","fullyFundedDate":1778604724043,"projectUrl":"project/jumping-into-prek/10200838/","projectTitle":"Jumping into PreK","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5977135_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1541615377913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-w-speechteach"},{"teacherId":6232646,"projectId":10022353,"letterContent":"The students have been learning Tinkercad and finding out how to print on the 3D printers. They have enjoyed making elements for research projects and for the play at school.\r\nThe students have really enjoyed the multicolored printer and how it works. The printer poop is a struggle and we have tried to come up with ideas for its use. We do hope to get a new printer that uses multiple heads for the colors so that we have less waste.\r\nWe are working toward a game making project for the students to make their own game, using the 3D printer to help make the tokens and elements.","fullyFundedDate":1768619035804,"projectUrl":"project/makerspace-prototype-printers/10022353/","projectTitle":"Makerspace Prototype Printers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6232646_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x160,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1636501048087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6232646"},{"teacherId":337348,"projectId":10530031,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support! When the packages arrived, my students' eyes lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to see what was inside, and unboxing the new math manipulatives felt like opening presents on a holiday. Knowing that wonderful people like you invested in their classroom made them feel truly special and valued.\r\n\r\nWe have integrated these hands-on math materials directly into our daily guided math stations. Instead of just working through paper worksheets, my students are now physically building concepts, using tactile tools to solve problems, and collaborating in small groups. During a recent lesson on fractions and place value, watching them actively explore and explain their mathematical thinking to one another using these tools was incredible. The visual and hands-on engagement has made abstract math concepts much more accessible and fun.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we are using these learning centers to tackle our upcoming unit on multi-step problem solving and geometry. Having these high-quality resources allows me to differentiate instruction to meet every student at their specific learning level. Your kindness has sparked a newfound enthusiasm for math in our classroom, and we are deeply grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1788118837617,"projectUrl":"project/math-minds-in-motion-hands-on-learning/10530031/","projectTitle":"Math Minds in Motion: Hands-On Learning Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Strube","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp337348_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1528935046037","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-strube"},{"teacherId":8193572,"projectId":8321396,"letterContent":"When I posted this project three years ago, I was stepping into a Kindergarten classroom that had very few supplies. Your donations transformed that blank space into a fully stocked, inviting classroom. Shortly after, when I moved to a new grade level, I left every single one of these supplies behind in the Kindergarten room so the teacher taking over would have a complete, ready-to-use classroom on day one.\r\n\r\nBecause of your original generosity, that room remains a thriving environment for new groups of five-year-olds every year. The current students and teacher use these exact materials every day during writing centers, small group activities, and hands-on literacy projects on personal whiteboards.\r\n\r\nLeaving these resources behind created a lasting foundation for our school, ensuring that year after year, incoming Kindergarteners enter a space equipped with the tools they need to build confidence as young learners. 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Their eyes lit up, and they immediately wanted to try out every option—from wobble stools to floor cushions! That initial excitement set a wonderfully positive tone for our classroom culture right away.\r\n\r\nThese new seating options have completely transformed our daily learning routines, especially during independent math and collaborative group time. Instead of fidgeting or struggling to focus in traditional chairs, students can now select a spot that best suits their learning needs and sensory preferences. Recently, during a small-group science writing, I watched several students settle into floor cushions with their clipboards, completely engrossed composing a constructed response for over 40 uninterrupted minutes. Having the freedom to move and get comfortable has noticeably increased their stamina, engagement, and focus.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are taking these focus skills into our upcoming cross-curricular research project on local ecosystems. With our newly comfortable space, students will be collaborating in flexible peer groups to synthesize research and build final presentations. Your kindness has given my students a sense of ownership over their environment and made our classroom a place where everyone feels supported and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1782244950306,"projectUrl":"project/illuminating-success-with-flexible-seati/10343682/","projectTitle":"Illuminating Success With Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Strube","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp337348_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1528935046037","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-strube"},{"teacherId":7243893,"projectId":10308733,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support! My students are absolutely LOVING the new resources you helped provide for our classroom.\r\n\r\nOur calm corner is now beautiful, cozy, and truly cherished by my students. The cushions keep them comfortable as they work around the room, while the tennis balls help keep our chair legs quiet and safe when students are working and stacking chairs.\r\n\r\nThese resources may seem simple, but they have already made a meaningful difference in creating a more comfortable, peaceful, and supportive learning environment for my first graders. Your kindness and generosity have helped make our classroom an even better place to learn, grow, and feel safe.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their learning environment. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1780407258754,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-create-a-calm-safe-space-for-le/10308733/","projectTitle":"Help Me Create a Calm, Safe Space for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7243893_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1780119961109","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7243893"},{"teacherId":6753117,"projectId":5181698,"letterContent":"Our classroom received a gift card to Teachers Pay Teachers, which allowed us to purchase engaging digital resources to support our students during e-learning. These resources provide students with interactive ways to practice skills, review concepts, and demonstrate their understanding when learning takes place outside of the traditional classroom. Having ready-to-use digital activities also helps us keep students connected to instruction and provides additional opportunities for practice and reinforcement.\r\n\r\nWhat excites our students most is having access to activities that feel more interactive and engaging than simply completing a worksheet. They enjoy being able to work through digital activities, receive opportunities to practice at their own pace, and use technology as part of their learning. The variety of resources also allows us to make e-learning more engaging and provide activities that appeal to different learning styles and interests.\r\n\r\nThese resources have been especially helpful for students who enjoy working independently and are comfortable learning through technology. Students who may need additional practice or more time to master a concept benefit from being able to revisit activities at their own pace. The resources also help students stay engaged and motivated during e-learning while giving them a sense of independence and responsibility for their own learning. We are grateful to our donors for helping us provide meaningful digital learning experiences that keep our students learning, practicing, and connected even when they are not physically in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1600302717358,"projectUrl":"project/exciting-entertaining-e-learning/5181698/","projectTitle":"Exciting & Entertaining E-Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weir","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6753117_orig.jpg?crop=511,511,x0,y47&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575578028700","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joyguido"},{"teacherId":6753117,"projectId":5960433,"letterContent":"Our classroom received a sublimation printer and materials that allow students to create wearable art and turn their own ideas into tangible products. This technology is helping students learn through creativity, collaboration, and hands-on problem solving. Students are learning how to use a digital design process, make thoughtful choices about colors and images, and see how a design can move from an idea on the computer to something they can actually wear and share. The project also gives us opportunities to connect technology skills with communication, teamwork, and classroom culture.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for our students is being able to create something that is uniquely their own. They are thrilled to see their designs come to life and to know that their creativity can become a shirt or other wearable item. The process has created a lot of excitement in the classroom and has encouraged students to work together, share ideas, and celebrate one another's creativity. Creating wearable art gives students a sense of ownership and pride in their work.\r\n\r\nThis technology has especially connected with students who enjoy being creative, working with technology, or expressing themselves through art and design. Some students who may be quieter during traditional academic activities have become more engaged when given the opportunity to design, create, and collaborate. It has been wonderful to see students discover strengths they may not have realized they had while also building teamwork and a stronger sense of community in our classroom. Ultimately, the sublimation printer is much more than a piece of technology—it is a tool that helps our students create, connect, and take pride in being part of our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1635443433035,"projectUrl":"project/teamwork-makes-the-dream-work-building/5960433/","projectTitle":"Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Building Bonds Through Wearable Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Weir","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6753117_orig.jpg?crop=511,511,x0,y47&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575578028700","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joyguido"},{"teacherId":6753117,"projectId":4891536,"letterContent":"Our fifth-grade math class received a wonderful collection of manipulatives, along with a library of folder games and activities. We are using these resources to make math more hands-on and engaging for our students. The manipulatives give students an opportunity to physically model and explore challenging concepts, while the folder games provide fun opportunities to practice skills, work with partners, and reinforce learning. One of the most rewarding moments has been watching students work together on the games, explain their mathematical thinking, and discover different ways to solve a problem.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, they were immediately excited and eager to explore them. The hands-on manipulatives and colorful folder games made math feel more interactive and inviting. Students were especially excited to have new ways to practice concepts they had been learning and enjoyed being able to work collaboratively with their classmates.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue incorporating the manipulatives and folder games into our current math lessons and small-group activities. 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