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As students continue to use these items I look forward to sharing more updates!","fullyFundedDate":1755705054660,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-matters/9434798/","projectTitle":"Mental Health Matters","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Speckmeyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10064517_orig.jpg?crop=222,222,x0,y10&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750951408975","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10064517"},{"teacherId":2845956,"projectId":9367539,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project! The stickers have already made a big difference in our library. Students were so excited when they realized they could earn them for positive behaviors like listening, cooperating, and taking care of books. What seems like a small reward has quickly become a big motivator!\r\n\r\nThese cheerful rewards are helping create a positive, welcoming space where students feel noticed and proud of their efforts. We're already seeing more focus, kindness, and excitement during library time.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be connecting stickers to literacy goals—like exploring new genres and recommending books to friends—so students stay motivated to grow as readers. Your generosity has turned something simple into something powerful, and we're so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1750773697133,"projectUrl":"project/stick-with-great-behavior/9367539/","projectTitle":"Stick With Great Behavior!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2845956_orig.jpg?crop=1344,1344,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651236924185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elderb"},{"teacherId":2845956,"projectId":9114720,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Because of you, our library shelves have been transformed with new clear book bins that make our collection more engaging and accessible for all 550 of our students.\r\n\r\nWhen the bins first arrived, students were so excited to see books displayed forward-facing, almost like in a bookstore. Many of our more reluctant readers immediately began pulling books off the shelves that had caught their eye—books they may have overlooked before. \r\n\r\nAlready, we are noticing an increase in book circulation and more students lingering in the library, browsing until they find \"just the right book.\" These bins have truly helped students take ownership of their reading choices, building confidence and enthusiasm each time they check out a book.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, our next step is to keep guiding students in exploring new genres and authors. Now that books are easier to find, students are more willing to step outside their comfort zones—whether that means trying a new graphic novel series, picking up a tall tale, or diving into historical fiction. We are so excited to see where these reading journeys will take them!\r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only improved the way our library looks, but more importantly, it has helped inspire a love of reading that we hope will last a lifetime.","fullyFundedDate":1746787110476,"projectUrl":"project/turn-those-books-around/9114720/","projectTitle":"Turn Those Books Around!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2845956_orig.jpg?crop=1344,1344,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651236924185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elderb"},{"teacherId":554593,"projectId":9307596,"letterContent":"My students are already diving into the new resources with so much excitement! One of their favorite activities has been exploring the sensory table filled with kinetic sand. They love hunting for hidden alphabet letters, which combines play with purposeful learning. As they dig, scoop, and search, they're practicing letter recognition while also strengthening fine motor skills and building focus. It's been amazing to see how engaged they are, what feels like play to them is actually helping develop the foundational academic and social-emotional skills they need for success.","fullyFundedDate":1746699623345,"projectUrl":"project/marvelous-materials-for-mini-minds/9307596/","projectTitle":"Marvelous Materials for Mini Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Belger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp554593_orig.jpg?crop=2268,2268,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746126155721","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bbelger"},{"teacherId":554593,"projectId":9308211,"letterContent":"My students were absolutely thrilled when they first saw the alphabet puzzles and games! Their faces lit up with excitement, and they couldn't wait to dive in and start playing. They especially loved the variety of activities from catching letters in the fishing game to matching ice pops and dinos. These resources immediately drew them in, turning our literacy centers into an adventure. It was such a joy to see their eagerness to learn and the confidence they began to build from the very first day we used them.","fullyFundedDate":1753978536677,"projectUrl":"project/abc-adventures-building-brains-with-cup/9308211/","projectTitle":"ABC Adventures: Building Brains with Cupcakes and Critters","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Belger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp554593_orig.jpg?crop=2268,2268,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746126155721","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bbelger"},{"teacherId":554593,"projectId":9293182,"letterContent":"This project will have a lasting impact on my kindergarten students by establishing meaningful routines that foster both independence and learning. The bright, engaging voice-recording buttons will give students the opportunity to start each day reviewing letters, numbers, phonemes, and more, building critical foundational skills in a fun, hands-on way. \r\nThese \"busy buttons\" not only make learning interactive but also empower students to take ownership of their morning routine. At the same time, they create space for me to complete important start-of-day tasks while still connecting with each child. Thanks to your support, our mornings will be smoother, our learning stronger, and our classroom community even more joyful!","fullyFundedDate":1746551020592,"projectUrl":"project/in-a-push-of-a-button/9293182/","projectTitle":"In a Push Of a Button","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Belger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp554593_orig.jpg?crop=2268,2268,x0,y37&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746126155721","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bbelger"},{"teacherId":9837812,"projectId":9004954,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your incredible generosity in bringing my DonorsChoose project to life! When the materials arrived, the excitement in my classroom was electric. \r\nWe've been putting the new resources to use right away. My students are able to learn in a way that works for them while also taking care of their sensory needs. This makes school a safe and inclusive space for all of my students.\r\n\r\nYour support gave my students more than just materials — it gave them the message that their education matters and that their ideas are worth investing in. Thank you for being part of our learning journey. We're just getting started, and I can't wait to see where these new resources will take us next!","fullyFundedDate":1744387842394,"projectUrl":"project/new-special-education-class/9004954/","projectTitle":"New Special Education Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alisha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9837812"},{"teacherId":6308986,"projectId":9301405,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generosity and contribution! This couldn't have come at a better time! Over the first few days of school my students have already been working on pages from the resources donated! These resources have been a helpful addition to our classroom for sparking interest of learning and allowing me to work with students at their levels. My 5th grade students are working hard to strengthen their independent reading and math levels throughout the year. Having these resources will add to our classroom and will definitely encourage studens to continue to work hard. Thank you so much! May your year and years to come to be filled with many blessings!","fullyFundedDate":1746553975573,"projectUrl":"project/meeting-differentiated-learning-levels-i/9301405/","projectTitle":"Meeting Differentiated Learning Levels In The Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Weintraub","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6308986_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583167781627","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6308986"},{"teacherId":2845956,"projectId":8954769,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous donations to our library. The students have loved finding new books that pique their interest with the help of the bins. The students were so excited to be able to easily locate books that they love with the new bins. The circulation of books has increased, which has made teachers and parents very excited!\r\n\r\nThe clear bins have completely changed the function of our library. The bins provide a view of books in a particular series or on a specific subject. This allows students to grab what they are interested in and discover new books they may have never seen before. It is my hope to continue adding bins to the library to allow all students to foster their love of reading.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Elder","fullyFundedDate":1732497286475,"projectUrl":"project/operation-forward-facing/8954769/","projectTitle":"Operation Forward Facing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2845956_orig.jpg?crop=1344,1344,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651236924185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elderb"},{"teacherId":9585001,"projectId":8484485,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift so that my class could have new, high-quality headphones. My students love to use them, and they are perfect for hearing interactive computer elements and also giving students an extra bit of peace and separation from learning noise around them! \r\n Usually, I have students who cannot or do not bring their own headphones at the start of the year, and any district-provided headphones are flimsy and easily broken. So, your gift of new, sturdy headphones is quite a blessing! THANK YOU AGAIN!","fullyFundedDate":1730834370379,"projectUrl":"project/hear-better-focus-better-learn-better/8484485/","projectTitle":"Hear Better! Focus Better! 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