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The energy and joy on their faces show how much they value having the right tools to make recess fun and meaningful.\r\n\r\nOne student who used to wander during recess has especially warmed to the new equipment. He now joins in daily basketball games and has not only become more active but also more socially connected with classmates. The equipment has given him a place to belong, and that confidence carries back into the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting this project and helping my students move, play, and grow. Your generosity is creating healthier bodies, stronger friendships, and happier learners.","fullyFundedDate":1746786048089,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-moving-playground-equipment-t/9315903/","projectTitle":"Let’s Get Moving! Playground Equipment to Power Up Recess!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trowbridge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8585412_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704765767308","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8585412"},{"teacherId":8585412,"projectId":9315856,"letterContent":"Our new soft floor seats have completely changed the atmosphere of our classroom. Instead of being confined to hard plastic chairs, my students now have the freedom to choose where they work best. Whether they are reading independently, working with a partner, or collaborating in small groups, these cushioned seats give them comfort, flexibility, and a sense of ownership in their learning.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students has been the ability to make their own seating choices. They love carrying their colorful seats to different spots around the room and settling in comfortably to focus. Several students who struggled to stay engaged in chairs are now eager to grab a seat and get started, because they feel calm and supported.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular, who often became restless after just a few minutes in a chair, has embraced the new seats wholeheartedly. He now chooses a soft seat every day for reading time, and his stamina and focus have improved dramatically. The seats have given him—and many others—the chance to learn without the distraction of discomfort.\r\n\r\nThank you for making our classroom more inclusive, flexible, and welcoming. Your support has truly helped every child feel comfortable, engaged, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1746785739322,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-seats-for-focused-minds-flexible/9315856/","projectTitle":"Comfy Seats for Focused Minds: Flexible Seating for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trowbridge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8585412_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704765767308","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8585412"},{"teacherId":8585412,"projectId":9315807,"letterContent":"Our new set of headphones has truly transformed the way my students learn each day. Many of the programs we use in class, like i-Ready, rely on clear audio directions, models, and feedback to guide students step-by-step through lessons in reading and math. Before, with broken or shared headphones, students often missed instructions and felt distracted. Now, each child has their own durable, comfortable pair that allows them to hear every word—helping them stay focused, engaged, and confident in what they're learning.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students has been the sense of independence the headphones provide. They love being able to log in, slip on their set, and know they can hear everything without worrying about whether their equipment will work. It gives them a sense of ownership over their learning tools, which has boosted motivation. Several students even commented, \"It feels like my learning is just mine now.\"\r\n\r\nOne student in particular, who often struggled with background noise and staying on task, has especially warmed to using the new headphones. With the clear sound, he's now able to complete lessons with fewer reminders and has shown more growth on his practice sessions than ever before. For him—and many others—the headphones have removed a major barrier and opened the door to success.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my entire class has equal access to the tools they need to thrive. Thank you for giving my students the gift of focus, equity, and confidence in their daily learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746786084397,"projectUrl":"project/please-donate-for-durable-headphones-for/9315807/","projectTitle":"Please Donate for Durable Headphones for i-Ready Program!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trowbridge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8585412_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704765767308","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8585412"},{"teacherId":7486059,"projectId":8983073,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for giving our classroom your time and attention. It is because of people such as yourself that our schools have what they need. Your kindness has brought my students so much happiness and learning through exploration. They were so excited to become a doctor, a dentist a waitress and a construction worker. They pretended as if they had actual careers in their play. It was such as joy to watch them become so excited and it was all because of you. Thank you!\r\nMrs. Pacheco's pre-k sped classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1735777559287,"projectUrl":"project/all-the-drama-in-dramatic-play/8983073/","projectTitle":"All the Drama in Dramatic play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pacheco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7486059_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y56&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634008023006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7486059"},{"teacherId":9381915,"projectId":8766498,"letterContent":"The headphones allow ELLs to hear spoken English clearly, serving as a language model for developing proper pronunciation, intonation, and speech patterns. 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