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By establishing a defined, comfortable reading sanctuary with a cushioned bench and mat, you are giving students an inviting space to engage deeply with books, while also creating a vital \"calm-down\" area where they can pause and regulate their emotions when needed. This beautiful retreat will foster a sense of security and belonging, ensuring that every child has a quiet, dignified space to thrive both emotionally and literarily.","fullyFundedDate":1777937309044,"projectUrl":"project/read-on/10257981/","projectTitle":"Read On","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trigsted","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5519603_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532918263571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-shydlowski"},{"teacherId":5519603,"projectId":10190858,"letterContent":"Your generosity will directly fuel the excitement for our school's Family Engagement STEAM Night and keep the spark of discovery alive at home! By stocking our raffle table with high-interest kits—from owl pellet dissections to botany experiments—you are giving students a powerful incentive to actively participate with their families. This project bridges the gap between school and home, turning a single night of community engagement into a lasting, hands-on scientific journey for students of all ages.","fullyFundedDate":1777947316334,"projectUrl":"project/steam-prizes/10190858/","projectTitle":"STEAM Prizes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trigsted","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5519603_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532918263571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-shydlowski"},{"teacherId":5519603,"projectId":10174733,"letterContent":"By funding this portable photo printer, you are helping us capture and celebrate the magic of the school year in real time. 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I was able to get this funded during teacher appreciation week, which definitely made me feel appreciated! Getting this funded at this point of the year also helps to keep the students engaged, when it is hard to keep focused and engaged. I can find fun units to supplement the learning targets in which we are working. \r\n\r\nTo be honest, most of these gift cards will be used next year. At this point of the school year, special education teachers are not sure what they will be teaching in the following school year. The student population often dictates what we are asked to teach. Therefore, these gift cards will not only augment my co-teaching classes, but will also assist if I am placed in a resource room for any period of time. \r\n\r\nMy students don't know it yet, but they are also very thankful for your kindness, as their learning will not be restricted to curricula alone, but informed by creative thinkers and teachers who were able to put their time into making these lessons. 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