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I am grateful for the crayons & glue sticks that students use daily. \r\nFinally, the wipes are keeping students, healthy and in school.","fullyFundedDate":1768185242380,"projectUrl":"project/educational-essentials/10007401/","projectTitle":"Educational Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401684"},{"teacherId":9798977,"projectId":9993271,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our occupational therapy program. Because of your kindness, my students have been able to use new therapeutic tools and resources that support the development of fine motor skills, sensory regulation, and independence in daily activities. Recently, students used these materials during structured therapy sessions to practice skills like grasping, coordination, and self-care tasks. It has been incredibly rewarding to watch them build confidence while working toward their individual goals.\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. Many were eager to explore the tools, and even students who are typically hesitant were motivated to participate. The hands-on nature of these resources has made therapy sessions more engaging and meaningful, helping students stay focused and proud of their progress.","fullyFundedDate":1768356749201,"projectUrl":"project/building-skills-one-student-at-a-time/9993271/","projectTitle":"Building Skills, One Student at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sadie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9798977_orig.jpg?crop=898,898,x0,y158&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768214329300","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9798977"},{"teacherId":8164286,"projectId":9990135,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students have been able to use these new resources during our daily lessons, which has helped increase their engagement and confidence. One of the best moments was when the students first saw the materials—they were genuinely excited and eager to start using them right away. It was wonderful to see their motivation increase simply because they had the tools they needed to be successful.\r\n\r\nWe have already begun using these materials during small group work and independent practice. Students who sometimes hesitate to participate have been more willing to try, ask questions, and stay focused. I have noticed students taking more ownership of their learning and showing pride in their work. Having these resources has allowed me to better support different learning needs and give students more opportunities to practice important skills.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these materials to support our current lessons and prepare for upcoming projects and assessments. These resources will continue to make a difference as students build confidence and strengthen their academic skills. Your support has truly made a positive impact on our classroom, and we are very grateful for your investment in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1768069342462,"projectUrl":"project/educational-essentials/9990135/","projectTitle":"Educational Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8164286"},{"teacherId":5515813,"projectId":10031271,"letterContent":"My students and I have been using the new resources—especially the communication system, social-emotional learning games, and sensory items—to create a more inclusive and supportive classroom environment. One meaningful moment happened during a small-group activity where students used the communication system to express their needs and ideas more independently. Paired with the SEL games, students practiced turn-taking, recognizing emotions, and problem-solving in a structured but fun way. The sensory items have also been a game-changer, helping students regulate their emotions and stay focused, which has made a noticeable difference in their ability to participate and engage.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials were first introduced, students were immediately drawn to them with excitement and curiosity. Many of my students, especially those who benefit from additional communication and sensory support, were eager to explore and quickly connected with the tools. It was incredibly rewarding to see students who sometimes struggle with expression light up as they found new ways to communicate and interact. The classroom atmosphere became more positive and calm, as students felt more comfortable and supported in their learning environment.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue integrating these resources into our daily routines and current lessons. Students will build on their communication skills by using the system more consistently during group work and independent tasks. We will also expand our use of SEL games to deepen their understanding of emotions, relationships, and self-regulation. As students grow more confident, they will begin taking greater ownership of their learning and interactions, helping to foster a classroom community built on understanding, respect, and meaningful connection.","fullyFundedDate":1768697784252,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-through-emotional-in/10031271/","projectTitle":"Empowering Students Through Emotional Intelligence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5515813_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1531177825198","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-harsen"},{"teacherId":9591024,"projectId":10007496,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing my classroom with CVC games, activities, magnets, and math manipulatives. These resources have made a meaningful impact on my students' learning experiences. My students are using the CVC materials to practice sounding out and spelling simple words through engaging, hands-on activities. Because the materials are presented in a game format, students are highly motivated and eager to participate. Many of them enjoy searching for the correct letters and building words, often without realizing how much learning is taking place while they play. The magnetic letters have also been extremely helpful for developing fine motor skills and letter recognition. For some of my students, simply locating and selecting the correct letters is an important developmental step, and these materials provide the support they need to practice those skills.\r\n\r\nThe math manipulatives have also been incredibly valuable in helping students develop early number sense. My students are able to visually see quantities, count objects, and connect numbers with physical representations. As students handle and move the materials, they gain a clearer understanding of counting and number relationships. When the materials first arrived, the students were excited to explore them and immediately began interacting with the different pieces. Their enthusiasm for the hands-on learning tools has continued each day as we incorporate them into our lessons.\r\n\r\nThese resources are especially beneficial for my students with autism, who learn best through tactile and visual experiences. Having tangible materials allows them to actively participate in lessons, remain engaged, and demonstrate what they know. The new materials are helping my students build foundational reading and math skills while also strengthening fine motor development and independence during learning activities. Your generosity has created meaningful opportunities for my students to learn, explore, and grow. Thank you for making this possible for our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768192633565,"projectUrl":"project/small-tools-big-wins-for-autism-learner/10007496/","projectTitle":"Small Tools, Big Wins for Autism Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tanko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9591024_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747177202439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9591024"},{"teacherId":9150096,"projectId":9991509,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has transformed into an even more engaging, hands-on learning environment. The first day we opened the LEGO sets and magnetic blocks, my students' faces lit up with excitement. One of my students, who is often hesitant to participate in group activities, immediately began building alongside a peer. What started as parallel play quickly turned into collaboration as they worked together to create a \"zoo\" and labeled the animals using our new CVC word materials. It was a powerful moment of communication, creativity, and confidence.\r\n\r\nOur phonics manipulatives and magnetic CVC photo objects are now part of our daily small-group instruction. Students use the word builders to sound out and construct simple words, then write them on colorful Astrobrights paper using their new markers. I've seen growth not only in decoding skills, but also in independence. The headphones have helped students focus during literacy centers, reducing distractions and supporting regulation. Even the mini fridge has made a meaningful difference—having access to preferred snacks, sensory supports, and cold packs helps my students stay regulated and ready to learn, minimizing disruptions and maximizing instructional time.\r\n\r\nNext, we are building on these skills by combining literacy with STEM. Students will design and build structures with LEGO bricks, then write simple sentences describing what they created using our phonics tools. We are also working on social skills through structured games like UNO, focusing on turn-taking, flexibility, and positive peer interactions. Your support has not just provided materials, it has created opportunities for connection, growth, and joyful learning experiences that my students will carry with them every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768082956215,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-minds-through-play-art/9991509/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Minds Through Play, Art, and Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Longueira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9150096_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y279&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691026698276","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9150096"},{"teacherId":9128360,"projectId":9993643,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support of our classroom through the \"Classroom Support Materials\" program. Your contribution has made a real difference for my students. 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I am excited to see how these materials will continue to inspire creativity, curiosity, and growth in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students' learning and success!","fullyFundedDate":1768099103083,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-support-materials/9993643/","projectTitle":"Classroom Support Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Picciano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9128360"},{"teacherId":8136393,"projectId":5925290,"letterContent":"These materials have become the social fabric of our classroom, creating countless opportunities for students to step out of their individual work and engage deeply with one another. Beyond just sharing supplies, I have watched my students use these tools to bridge gaps, fostering a spirit of genuine cooperation and the beginnings of lifelong friendships. 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It gives them an opportunity to be more open because their hands are busy. \r\n\r\nEach month students earn perfect attendance they earned a bracelet. We had students collect the rainbow on their arm with their hard work. \r\n\r\nThank you for allowing me to make school feel safe and welcome.","fullyFundedDate":1702661931074,"projectUrl":"project/little-bit-of-everything/8007837/","projectTitle":"Little Bit of Everything","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fink","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3363252_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449817343190","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3363252"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_60069","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":423,"numTeachers":34,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":14,"percentWhite":21,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":46,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":51.7,"schoolId":60069,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Louis Wiener Junior Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Louis Wiener Junior Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/louis-wiener-junior-elementary-school/60069"}