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Because of your support, reading has become something students look forward to, and the growth we're seeing in both confidence and skill has been incredibly meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1631470571355,"projectUrl":"project/class-set-of-books/5794626/","projectTitle":"Class Set of Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1255475_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1466753516731","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msalden"},{"teacherId":1255475,"projectId":5378190,"letterContent":"Thanks to this fundraiser, my students now have access to books that do far more than tell a good story—they actively teach essential reading skills. These texts help students practice making inferences, analyzing character motivation, identifying themes, and supporting ideas with evidence from the text. Many of the books also introduce rich vocabulary and historical or cultural contexts, which allows us to integrate discussion, writing, and critical thinking into every reading lesson. Students are learning not just *what* happens in a story, but *why* it matters and how authors craft meaning.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is active and purposeful. Students read independently, in small groups, and as a whole class, depending on the lesson goal. You might see students annotating as they read, pausing to discuss a turning point with a partner, or writing short reflections to explain their thinking. Reading is not a quiet, passive activity—it's a collaborative process where students question, debate, revise ideas, and grow more confident in expressing their interpretations.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were once reluctant readers are especially enjoying these new books. Having access to engaging, well-matched texts has helped them feel successful and motivated to keep reading. At the same time, strong readers are diving deeper—asking thoughtful questions, making connections across texts, and recommending books to classmates. Because of your support, reading has become something students look forward to, and the growth we're seeing in both confidence and skill has been incredibly meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1611448256676,"projectUrl":"project/escape-to-a-book/5378190/","projectTitle":"Escape to a Book","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1255475_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1466753516731","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msalden"},{"teacherId":1255475,"projectId":8450198,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our class has had the invaluable opportunity to immerse ourselves in *Written in Bone* with a full class set, making a deep and meaningful connection to the text that would not have been possible otherwise. During our nonfiction reading block, students are actively analyzing how the author uses evidence, structures arguments, and employs domain-specific vocabulary to convey sophisticated ideas. One especially memorable moment occurred while exploring the Jamestown chapter, where small groups worked together to trace how a single bone fragment could unlock insights into diet, illness, and daily life. Witnessing students eagerly cite specific pages and thoughtfully debate interpretations felt less like a traditional lesson and more like guiding a room of budding historians.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the books were handed out, the students' enthusiasm was palpable. Many immediately turned to the compelling photographs, while others read aloud passages they found surprising or profound. A sense of ownership and genuine seriousness took hold—students recognized this was a special text, one that treated them as capable investigators. They were particularly captivated by the idea that scientific evidence could revive lost stories, and they embraced discussing discoveries that challenged their previous understandings of history.\r\n\r\nNow, these books are fueling our next phase of learning. Students have begun a research-based writing project in which they will investigate a historical question by drawing evidence from *Written in Bone* alongside other sources. They are learning to support claims, articulate reasoning, and revise their thinking as their understanding grows. Because of you, our students are doing more than reading about history—they are experiencing firsthand how knowledge is constructed, questioned, and refined. These essential skills will undoubtedly stay with them well beyond our current unit, and we are deeply grateful for your role in making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1720934891923,"projectUrl":"project/written-in-bone-novel-study/8450198/","projectTitle":"Written in Bone Novel Study","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1255475_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1466753516731","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msalden"},{"teacherId":2997443,"projectId":9825444,"letterContent":"My class has transformed ever since the introduction of this I survived series and Who Was and What was series. The books fly off the shelf and kids literally fight over them. It has added to our history lessons in which kids have many questions and look towards the books for answers. We have covered topics such as the The great dust bowl, the Great Depression, Hurricane Katrina, and many more. Children are very inquisitive and enjoy researching. These books have enhanced my lessons and peaked their interest especially when we go to the library once a week. \r\n\r\nHaving these resources have changed the mindset that history is boring. They truly are engaged and challenge themselves to learn more while relating to current events. We appreciate the gift of reading and learning you have provided. This is what teachers look forward to when teaching.","fullyFundedDate":1760706860682,"projectUrl":"project/time-travelers-a-journey-through-the-pa/9825444/","projectTitle":"Time Travelers: A Journey Through the Past","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ortiz-Roman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2997443"},{"teacherId":1906214,"projectId":9402026,"letterContent":"My class is really enjoying this years Sunshine State Young Author Award books! They are excited to read the books! The books do not stay on the shelf long before another student picks it off the shelf to read.\r\n\r\nStudents are also having conversations and discussions about the books and characters. I also notice the students making connections between what they are reading and their life.\r\n\r\nOf course the class loves the books that are graphic novels, but I am seeing students choosing the books that may be a little more challenging or a different genre than what they are used to. This is exactly what I hope for each year with the SSYRA books - a book that will grab the interest of a student and start that love for reading that will grow throughout their life. \r\n\r\nThey are also excited to be able to join Battle of the Books this year. It is a competition between schools in the county and they have to answer questions about these books.","fullyFundedDate":1756081772848,"projectUrl":"project/2025-2026-ssyra-books/9402026/","projectTitle":"2025-2026 SSYRA Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morrison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1906214_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470744973873","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/steph-morrison"},{"teacherId":1255475,"projectId":5050195,"letterContent":"Can you rewrite this to sound more warm but still formal: Thanks to your generosity, these new resources have become an everyday part of our learning routine. We use the plastic covers and reusable Post-its to transform regular worksheets into interactive practice tools, allowing students to try, revise, and retry without fear of making mistakes. During reading groups, students annotate passages directly on the covers, track evidence, and erase to refine their thinking. The whiteboards have been especially powerful during math lessons—students quickly model their strategies, hold up their thinking, and engage in immediate feedback conversations that help clarify misconceptions in real time.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and genuine. Several students asked, \"Do we get to keep using these?\" and others eagerly tested how easily they could erase and try again. What stood out most was how quickly hesitation disappeared—students who are usually reluctant to participate became more willing to share answers and take academic risks. The ability to erase and start fresh shifted the focus from \"getting it right\" to learning through the process, which has had a noticeable impact on confidence and engagement.\r\n\r\nThese tools are now laying the groundwork for deeper, more independent learning. As we move forward, students are using the whiteboards to plan written responses, map out multi-step problem-solving, and collaborate in small groups before transferring their ideas to final work. The reusable materials support our current focus on explaining thinking, revising ideas, and owning the learning process. Because of you, students are not just completing assignments—they are actively engaging with content, reflecting on their understanding, and building skills that will carry into every subject we teach next.","fullyFundedDate":1597169873047,"projectUrl":"project/learning-readiness-bundles/5050195/","projectTitle":"Learning Readiness Bundles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1255475_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1466753516731","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msalden"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_94120","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1052,"numTeachers":62,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":16,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":70,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"17.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.3,"schoolId":94120,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Neptune Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Neptune Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/the-school-district-of-osceola-county/neptune-elementary-school/94120"}