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One of my favorite moments was seeing students encourage one another to stay on task so they could earn and enjoy the rewards together, something that has truly strengthened our classroom community.\r\nThese resources have helped create a clean, structured, and welcoming environment where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. In this space, students are more focused, engaged, and willing to challenge themselves academically.\r\nThanks to your generosity, I am able to maintain an environment that supports both academic success and positive behavior, allowing all students the opportunity to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1768159105636,"projectUrl":"project/lets-stay-motivated/9998615/","projectTitle":"Let's Stay Motivated!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lespron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8007015_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629758413758","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8007015"},{"teacherId":5617062,"projectId":7981915,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support in funding this project! The students are so grateful for the opportunity to have access to online support. All students were always so eager to get the opportunity to access additional support on the ipad. Furthermore, the students are curious to extend their learning beyond what is assigned. They love exploring the technology advancements and are always eager to show me, their teacher, what they've explored. Kids deserve access to 21st century technology, and this Ipad was so special to them and their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1699111816110,"projectUrl":"project/tech-solutions/7981915/","projectTitle":"Tech Solutions","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5617062_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533789295975","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/www-donorschoose-org-connie-veloz-cuevas"},{"teacherId":8892530,"projectId":9553370,"letterContent":"When the new rug came through the door, the students were so excited! They immediately gathered around it and couldn't wait to sit down. They love having their own special spot, and the rug has quickly become a favorite place for independent work, small group lessons, and class discussions. One special moment was seeing students choose the rug on their own during work time, proudly settling in and staying focused longer than usual.\r\nTheir reaction to the materials was pure joy and curiosity. Smiles, cheers, and lots of questions filled the room as they explored how the new resources would be used. The rug has helped create a calm, welcoming space where students feel comfortable learning and sharing ideas.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using the rug as we dive deeper into our current lessons, including reading discussions and collaborative activities. It will support partner work, goal setting, and reflection time as we build independence and teamwork skills. Thanks to our donors, the classroom feels more inviting, organized, and ready for meaningful learning every day.","fullyFundedDate":1756444943058,"projectUrl":"project/where-learning-meets-comfort/9553370/","projectTitle":"Where Learning Meets Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Figueroa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8892530"},{"teacherId":8892530,"projectId":9231661,"letterContent":"The new books have introduced students to important reading skills such as comparing and contrasting characters, using evidence from the text to support opinions, and thinking critically about an author's purpose. Series like Who Would Win? naturally lend themselves to nonfiction skills, including identifying main ideas, learning new vocabulary, and using text features such as headings, diagrams, and facts to gather information. Students are also practicing predicting outcomes, justifying their thinking, and engaging in respectful debates based on what they read.\r\nReading in our classroom is active and joyful. Students participate in whole group read alouds, small group discussions, and independent reading time, where they choose books that truly interest them. You'll often see students talking about what they're reading, sharing surprising facts, and eagerly recommending books to their classmates. The excitement around reading has grown, and students are more motivated to pick up books and stay engaged for longer periods of time.\r\n\r\nMany students are especially enjoying the new books, particularly the Who Would Win? series. These books have been a huge hit with readers who may have been reluctant in the past, as well as those who already loved nonfiction. Students love debating outcomes, rereading to prove their point, and continuing the conversations even after reading time ends. 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Students eagerly use the books during reading time and language intervention, expanding their minds and strengthening their literacy skills in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were priceless. They were excited, grateful, and proud of the hard work they had put in to reach this moment. They understood that their effort and perseverance were being rewarded not only with books, but also with snacks and other incentives that celebrated their growth. The classroom atmosphere was filled with motivation and joy, and students felt truly seen and supported.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, our English Learners continue to receive targeted language intervention and are being celebrated for the progress they make each day. These resources help us recognize their achievements and encourage them to keep moving forward on their reading journey. Your support has made a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for the role you played in helping our students succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1699203762694,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-a-roadmap-to-success/7992568/","projectTitle":"Reading Is a Roadmap to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Corona","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9350222_orig.jpg?crop=300,300,x48,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768526818226","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9350222"},{"teacherId":3091743,"projectId":9209891,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom. Your donation of a color printer, printer stand, and labels has already made a meaningful difference in the way we prepare materials and create engaging learning experiences for students. Having these resources allows us to stay organized, provide vibrant visuals, and bring lessons to life in ways that truly help our students grow. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and the positive impact it brings to our classroom each day.","fullyFundedDate":1745847084068,"projectUrl":"project/color-our-learning/9209891/","projectTitle":"Color Our Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3091743_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452396715779","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/garcia-pinecrest-strose"},{"teacherId":9896358,"projectId":9279614,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible support, my classroom has become a calmer, more organized, and focused learning environment. The new organizers have made a huge difference in helping my students keep our materials tidy and accessible. Before, we often struggled to find supplies, which took away from valuable learning time. Now, every pencil, marker, and folder has a home—and my students take pride in maintaining that order each day.\r\n\r\nWhen the organizers first arrived, my students were so excited to help set everything up! They worked together to label bins, sort supplies, and choose spots for classroom items. It was amazing to see how much ownership they took in keeping their learning space clean and clutter-free. The change has been noticeable—our transitions are smoother, and the classroom feels welcoming and peaceful.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these organizers will continue to play a huge role in building student responsibility and independence. Having a structured, clutter-free environment allows us to focus more on learning and creativity. I'm so thankful for your generosity—you've helped create a space where everything truly has a place, and where my students can thrive every day.","fullyFundedDate":1746786231912,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-everything-and-everything-i/9279614/","projectTitle":"A Place for Everything, and Everything in Its Place","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hurtado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9896358_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761029550827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9896358"},{"teacherId":9896358,"projectId":9148465,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom library has truly transformed into a welcoming and organized space where my students love to read and learn. The new books have brought so much excitement—students now rush to our reading area during independent reading time, eager to discover new stories and characters. It's been so heartwarming to see them trading book recommendations and proudly sharing their favorites with one another.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students couldn't contain their excitement! They were amazed by how colorful, fresh, and inviting our library looked. Having the cleaning supplies and organizers has also helped them take pride in keeping our classroom neat every day. They now have daily jobs that include tidying the library and organizing books back by genre, which has encouraged responsibility and teamwork.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we plan to continue using these new resources to strengthen our reading routines and promote a love for literacy. With a cleaner, cozier space and engaging books to choose from, my students are reading more than ever—and that's all thanks to your kindness and support. You've made a lasting impact that truly helps our classroom feel like a second home.","fullyFundedDate":1742582876103,"projectUrl":"project/tidy-library/9148465/","projectTitle":"Tidy Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hurtado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9896358_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761029550827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9896358"},{"teacherId":9896358,"projectId":9063619,"letterContent":"When my students first walked into our classroom on the very first day of school, their faces lit up with excitement. This is my first year teaching, and this is my very first classroom. Without this project, I truly had nothing to fill it. Thanks to your generosity, my students walked into a space that felt warm, welcoming, and ready for them to learn. Instead of empty shelves and bare walls, they saw supplies, resources, and tools that made the room feel like a second home. That moment was so special because it showed my students right away that this is a place where they are cared for and where their education matters. We've already used the materials daily for writing activities, group projects, and lessons that allow every child to be engaged, and I can already see their confidence growing.\r\n\r\nNow that we have the essentials, my students are able to fully focus on learning and thriving. We are working on building strong reading and math foundations, and the resources from this project are giving them everything they need to succeed academically. Our next steps are to dive into collaborative projects where students will practice teamwork and problem-solving skills while using the supplies you helped provide. This project has turned an empty room into a true classroom filled with love, growth, and opportunity. Thank you for making my very first year of teaching, and my students' first experiences in this classroom, so meaningful and full of possibility.","fullyFundedDate":1742952846304,"projectUrl":"project/4th-grade-magical-forest/9063619/","projectTitle":"4th Grade Magical Forest","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hurtado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9896358_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761029550827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9896358"},{"teacherId":9435091,"projectId":8866770,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of dry-erase markers for our classroom! \r\nThese have quickly become one of our most valuable tools. My students use them during math to solve problems step-by-step, and in ELA, they use them on erasable surfaces to model the process of elimination when selecting answers. One of my favorite moments came when a student who hesitated to participate eagerly jumped in to \"show their work\" on the board, erasing and adjusting as they explained their thinking to the class. The markers make learning more interactive and hands-on.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new markers, you would have thought I had brought in a treasure chest. They were excited to try every color, and the energy in the room was contagious. Many immediately asked, \"Can we use these today?\" and of course, we did. The simple act of giving them something bright and practical added a spark that carried through the lesson.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, my students will continue using the markers as we move into more complex reading comprehension and multi-step math problems. These tools allow them to visualize strategies, revise mistakes, and collaborate in ways that build both confidence and skills. Because of your kindness, we now have resources that make learning active, engaging, and fun.","fullyFundedDate":1730911410384,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-4th-graders-with-dry-erase-to/8866770/","projectTitle":"Empowering 4th Graders With Dry Erase Tools For Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gibson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9435091_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705603949400","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gibsonsclassroom"},{"teacherId":9371635,"projectId":8577928,"letterContent":"The supplies for this project kept our students healthy with tissues, paper towels, and Clorox wipes.\r\n\r\nIt motivated them and incentivized them with candy, only 10 calories per piece (they don't know that😊).\r\n\r\nAcademically they grew on average almost 1 1/2 grade levels this year in math. 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