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Many of our students don't always have access to tools that help them understand and express their emotions, so having these materials available in a calm and welcoming environment has been powerful.","fullyFundedDate":1746787176631,"projectUrl":"project/empower-elevate/9106590/","projectTitle":"Empower & Elevate","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Boozer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9329449"},{"teacherId":9735587,"projectId":8827466,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, the chargers and headphones you've provided have made a meaningful difference in our classroom and in our students' learning experiences.\r\n\r\nWhile many of us are used to having tech accessories at home, having the right tools available in school has been a game-changer. The headphones have allowed students to dive into individualized learning without distractions, helping them focus during lessons, access audio content, and even record voice responses in a quiet, confident way. For students who are learning English or need extra language support, this has been especially powerful—they can now replay audio instructions or videos as many times as they need, at their own pace.\r\n\r\nThe chargers have also had an unexpected but huge impact. Before, some students struggled with keeping their devices powered throughout the day, which interrupted their learning and limited their participation. Now, with enough chargers available in the classroom, they can stay connected and fully engaged without the stress of a dying battery. It's a small but essential support that helps ensure every student starts each lesson ready to go.\r\n\r\nWhat's been most exciting for students is the sense of independence and responsibility this support brings. 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They practiced making transactions, giving correct change, and budgeting their \"earnings.\" This real-world application helped reinforce key financial concepts in a way that felt meaningful to them. \r\n\r\nMoving forward, we'll be using these resources to deepen their understanding of saving, spending, and financial decision-making. Our next step is a budgeting challenge where students will plan a \"dream day\" within a set budget, making choices about entertainment, meals, and transportation while tracking their spending. \r\n\r\nThanks to our generous donors, my students are not just learning about money—they are developing essential life skills that will serve them for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1735661858664,"projectUrl":"project/building-future-financiers-learning-mon/8940973/","projectTitle":"Building Future Financiers: Learning Money Skills Through Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. LAGRAZON","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9834543_orig.png?crop=1087,1087,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731469445976","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9834543"},{"teacherId":9727857,"projectId":8736235,"letterContent":"Here is how my project impacts my classroom: \r\n\r\nImpact on Student Learning\r\n\r\n\t1.\tIncreased Engagement: With the use of technology, students are more excited about learning. Hands-on digital tools allow them to explore scientific phenomena in ways that traditional methods cannot.\r\n\t2.\tEnhanced Understanding: Interactive simulations, virtual labs, and digital resources help students grasp abstract concepts more effectively. Difficult topics like the properties of matter, changes in states, and the scientific method become easier to visualize and understand.\r\n\t3.\tPersonalized Learning: The technology allows for differentiated instruction, ensuring that every student—regardless of learning style—can interact with the material at their own pace.\r\n\t4.\t21st-Century Skills: By incorporating tech-based learning, students develop essential skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and digital literacy, preparing them for future STEM opportunities.\r\n\t5.\tCollaboration and Creativity: The new tools encourage more group activities and inquiry-based learning, fostering teamwork and scientific curiosity.\r\n\r\nHow This Project Has Improved Your Classroom\r\n\r\n\t•\tMore Interactive Lessons: The addition of digital tools has transformed traditional lectures into dynamic learning experiences.\r\n\t•\tImproved Student Participation: Even students who were previously hesitant to engage are now more involved in discussions and activities.\r\n\t•\tStronger Student Retention: Concepts that were once challenging are now more memorable due to interactive and hands-on learning experiences.\r\n\t•\tBetter Assessment Opportunities: Digital platforms provide instant feedback, allowing for more effective tracking of student progress.\r\n\r\nThanks to the generosity of DonorsChoose supporters, my classroom has become a hub of exploration, curiosity, and innovation. 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With these resources, students are learning how to express their emotions, manage stress, and practice problem-solving in a safe and supportive environment. Journals have given them a private space to reflect on their feelings, while stress balls and SEL activities have helped them develop self-regulation skills.\r\nOne student who used to struggle with frustration, now reaches for a journal to process their emotions instead of shutting down. Another student has been using the dolls during role-playing exercises to understand different perspectives and practice empathy in real-life situations. These small but powerful moments show the lasting impact of social-emotional learning.\r\nYour support has helped us create a classroom culture of inclusiveness, safety, and self-awareness. 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