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She has been taking care of our new baby dolls, calling them her brothers name, and practicing how to help take care of him. Thank you for supporting us and making it possible for her to explore this area of her life.\r\n\r\nThank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1739455288295,"projectUrl":"project/this-is-me/9056181/","projectTitle":"This is Me!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Friese","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5453304_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1557068250401","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bonnie-f"},{"teacherId":7522293,"projectId":9119079,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the brand new magnetic toys! These brand new toys will be used by many students to come! We have seen some very neat and creative creations with the new magnetic toys! The most popular one is the magnetic farm! Students love to use their imagination and bring in the other farm toys to add to the fun. \r\nThank you again for all your help and support our students and teachers are forever grateful for donors like you! These toys bring so much excitement to everyone in our classroom! Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1747162070679,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-mania/9119079/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Mania","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Christi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7522293_orig.jpg?crop=984,984,x216,y372&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599584731367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7522293"},{"teacherId":9889268,"projectId":9119121,"letterContent":"The impact on these new Spanish stories are huge especially since they get sent home every week to families who can only speak Spanish. These books help not only the children read more in the household but also having the families be together and read as a family at home. My class is heavy Spanish students this year, and them seeing that they have books that revolve around their language,, and seeing their smiles bright up is a big impact for not only them but me as their teacher showing we care about them just as much.","fullyFundedDate":1744238449633,"projectUrl":"project/spanish-books-for-children-to-enjoy/9119121/","projectTitle":"Spanish Books for Children to Enjoy!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shuler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9889268"},{"teacherId":5841017,"projectId":9135090,"letterContent":"I truly want to thank you for your donation to my classroom project, \"If the book fits, READ it\" \r\n The children love these easy sight reader books. They provide relatable pictures and help them with pre-reading skills. (like using the pictures to determine the words on the page.) Reading is one of the most important things for children's future school success. The ability to read determines so much as children grow. \r\n\r\nOur classroom reading time is an important part of our day. The children learn to take care of books, how to turn pages, where the title of the book is, important sight words....the list goes on and on.","fullyFundedDate":1746478179117,"projectUrl":"project/if-the-book-fits-read-it/9135090/","projectTitle":"If The Book Fits, Read It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hawthorne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5841017_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753134264908","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missmary"},{"teacherId":9099802,"projectId":9269449,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to explore the new materials we received thanks to your generous donations. These resources have allowed us to learn more about recognizing our emotions and regulating our big feelings.\r\n\r\nThe mirrors are a favorite! My students love making different faces in them, and I don't have to worry about our \"Super-Safe Mirrors\" breaking when they're dropped. One student with limited communication skills is now able to use the \"Find Your Feelings Emotion Slider\" to share how he's feeling, which is a huge step forward. Another student has found comfort in the \"Weighted Sensory Butterfly,\" which supports him to say calm and attentive during group time. The \"Social-Emotional Photo Library\" has been a helpful tool for teaching kids about emotions, friends, and manners.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a real difference for my students. On behalf of myself and my students, thank you for helping us learn, grow, and get regulated!","fullyFundedDate":1746497347950,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-regulated/9269449/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Regulated!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kyllee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9099802_orig.jpg?crop=2268,2268,x0,y234&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745441794831","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskyllee"},{"teacherId":7522293,"projectId":9079595,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the wide variety of building materials! Our students were beyond excited to receive new toys! A popular area in our classroom is the block area. To increase the fun we added \"Frozen\" inspired magnetic tiles. It is so neat to see the children using the magnetic tiles along with other different building items they can find! You can really see the creativity come to life! \r\nWe also received an interactive car ramp with different color cars! The child love to race the cars to the finish line and see which one was the fastest. Without donors like you we would not be able to get all these brand new toys! Thank you so much again for contributing to my classroom and students!","fullyFundedDate":1739455236492,"projectUrl":"project/lets-build/9079595/","projectTitle":"Let's Build","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Christi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7522293_orig.jpg?crop=984,984,x216,y372&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599584731367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7522293"},{"teacherId":7522293,"projectId":9079596,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the brand new books! Our children were so thrilled when they noticed new books out on our library shelf! These books will be able to serve so many children and help many young readers to come! \r\nEvery Tuesday we do library day! Each Tuesday students have a wide variety of different books to choose from to take home so they can read with their family! We added new books that we received from you! Students were so excited to be able to have a new selection of books! \r\nThank you again for your donations it means the world to us!","fullyFundedDate":1739455277226,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-to-read/9079596/","projectTitle":"We Love to Read","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Christi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7522293_orig.jpg?crop=984,984,x216,y372&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599584731367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7522293"},{"teacherId":9099802,"projectId":8472663,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support on this project! My students were so excited to play with their new toys and materials!\r\n\r\nThe materials that you donated helped my students to build social-emotional skills including dramatic play, emotional regulation, and building relationships with their peers. They very much enjoy playing with the new toys and materials you donated, and my students to come will also have access to these supports, all thanks to your generosity. \r\n\r\nThank you, thank you, thank you! No words can express how grateful I am for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1721943189109,"projectUrl":"project/early-childhood-special-education-projec/8472663/","projectTitle":"Early Childhood Special Education Project to Build Social-Emotional Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kyllee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9099802_orig.jpg?crop=2268,2268,x0,y234&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745441794831","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskyllee"},{"teacherId":9222431,"projectId":8273715,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and staff at Head Start, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous donation to fund fidget tools for our classrooms. Your kindness and support will make a significant difference in the learning experiences of many students, especially those who benefit from unique learning strategies.\r\n\r\nFor students who learn differently or have special needs, fidget tools are much more than simple toys. They serve as essential tools to help students stay focused, regulate their emotions, and engage more fully in classroom activities. For some, fidgets provide the sensory input they need to manage anxiety, restlessness, or stress, creating a calmer and more conducive learning environment. For others, they provide a safe outlet for excess energy, allowing them to concentrate better and participate in lessons with greater attention.\r\n\r\nIn our classrooms, we have seen firsthand how fidgets support different learning styles. Whether it's a student with ADHD who can now focus more intently on reading, or a student with sensory processing challenges who can regulate their needs without disrupting others, these tools make a world of difference.\r\n\r\nThanks to your thoughtful donation, students now have access to the resources they need to thrive, and for that, we are incredibly thankful. Your support is truly an investment in the success and well-being of our students, and it reinforces the importance of community and compassion in education.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your generosity. Your commitment to enhancing the learning experience for our students is deeply appreciated, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact of your gift for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1712255648868,"projectUrl":"project/we-can-do-hard-things/8273715/","projectTitle":"We Can Do Hard Things!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sammi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9222431_orig.jpg?crop=709,709,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758899817943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9222431"},{"teacherId":9222431,"projectId":9005581,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support of my book project. Your contribution has not only helped bring this dream to life but has also played a role in fostering a love for reading and learning in young children.\r\n\r\nAs someone who discovered the magic of books at an early age, I can personally attest to the lasting impact that early reading can have. As a preschooler, books introduce a world of imagination, curiosity, and empathy. They help develop foundational skills like language, problem-solving, and emotional expression. Just as important, they teach life lessons—like the value of kindness, perseverance, and understanding others' perspectives.\r\n\r\nThrough this book project, I aim to share those same lessons and joys with the next generation of young readers. Your support has helped make that possible.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in this project and for investing in the power of stories to shape young minds. I am truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1739455295715,"projectUrl":"project/little-readers/9005581/","projectTitle":"Little Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sammi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9222431_orig.jpg?crop=709,709,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758899817943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9222431"},{"teacherId":9222431,"projectId":8559224,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for kind and generous donations! My students really seek out sensory toys as well as toys that they wouldn't normally have at their own houses. When my students come in in the morning I usually have the sensory toys out on the carpet waiting for them until all my students come in, and then we go outside. I also bring them out when I notice a friend maybe needing a fidget toy of some sort to help them out during group times.\r\nMy students were so thrilled to see the new toys! They loved sitting with them and trying to figure out how to use them. My next steps for my students is getting them to ask me when they want to use one of the toys when they aren't already out. Again, I am so happy that you were able to donate to my project and thank you for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1733445195788,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-seekers/8559224/","projectTitle":"Sensory Seekers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sammi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9222431_orig.jpg?crop=709,709,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758899817943","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9222431"},{"teacherId":5453304,"projectId":9056088,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our classroom! It has been wonderful to get new glue sticks for the end of the year. We are so glad that we were able to invest in a reliable product that ensures that our students creations will make it home with them to show off to their loved ones. Thanks for \"sticking\" with us and supporting our learning. \r\n\r\nSadly the glue caps we were hoping to order with the glue sticks were no longer available when the order was placed. At the same time as this project was funded our bluetooth speaker gave up and we were able to replace it thanks to your donation!\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1739455289952,"projectUrl":"project/stuck-like-glue/9056088/","projectTitle":"Stuck Like Glue!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Friese","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5453304_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1557068250401","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bonnie-f"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_114364","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":null,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":40,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":77,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":11,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"US Census Data for the surrounding geographic area","gradesServed":"Not specified","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"Census ZCTA","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":null},"inStateSupporters":53.8,"schoolId":114364,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about National Ctrs for Learning Excellence Head Start on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"National Ctrs for Learning Excellence Head Start","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/wisconsin/office-of-head-start/national-centers-for-learning-excellence/114364"}