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My students practice daily decoding words and sentence to use the sounds they have learned and our weekly focus of the week. \r\n\r\nThe whiteboards provided by this projects provide a physical accessible material for use to use daily and guidance for student to practice their penmanship also (a bonus).\r\nWhen we received the materials students were so excited to use the boards and the lined side to \"shrink\" their writing. Your support has made in my students' approach towards practice and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1765772400649,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-show-our-learning/9950665/","projectTitle":"Help Us Show Our Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maestra C. 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They demonstrated their skills by sorting, grouping and adding groups. \r\n\r\nMy students will continue to count collections to solidify their understanding of how grouping facilitates counting large groups. We will be going into totals over 500.","fullyFundedDate":1766852435061,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math/9791672/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Math","teacherDisplayName":"Sra. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9710398"},{"teacherId":409059,"projectId":8508118,"letterContent":"In receiving this carpet my students were excited and amazed at the idea of having a carpet. Since my students are fourth graders, they have not had carpets to sit on since 2nd grade. They enjoy the ability to sit and enjoy their learning in a flexible seating option. \r\n\r\nMy students enjoy doing math tasks. On this carpet my students do choral counting exercise that develop their number sense. They count collections with partners during math workshop. \r\n\r\nWriting is another area this carpet has impacted. They enjoy sitting with partners to edit and revise their essays. They enjoy the flexible seating the carpet brings to our room. \r\n\r\nWe are incredible grateful to your generous donation!","fullyFundedDate":1721672720982,"projectUrl":"project/come-on-over-flexible-space-to-learn/8508118/","projectTitle":"Come on Over! Flexible Space to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp409059_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504323099252","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/npavila"},{"teacherId":8435782,"projectId":9250943,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our students. You generosity helped provide students with materials they use everyday to express themselves, practice what they are learning and learn something new.\r\n Our school does not received TITLE 1 funds so resources like paper are scare. We use journals everyday during Spanish Language Arts, Writing and English Language Development. The journals we use are created for our students based on their academic needs throughout the year. \r\n Your support helped our students start the year ready to learn Spanish. As teachers our focus was not how will we provide journal for our student. The focus was our students!!\r\nThank you for supporting our Emerging bilinguals!","fullyFundedDate":1756240786318,"projectUrl":"project/essentials-materials-for-all/9250943/","projectTitle":"Essentials Materials for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maestra C. 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Mexikid has not only improved literacy skills—it has built community, representation, and pride within our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755742021191,"projectUrl":"project/laughter-legacy-and-libros/9518038/","projectTitle":"Laughter, Legacy, and Libros","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pasa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp55906_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720535765956","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-gonzalez4th"},{"teacherId":55906,"projectId":9321247,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Your contribution made it possible for my 5th grade students to have motivational incentives, such as kindness cards, which have helped build a positive and encouraging classroom community. These small acts of recognition go a long way in fostering kindness, teamwork, and perseverance among my students.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, providing earbuds for each child during testing has been a game-changer. Students are now able to focus without distraction, helping to lower their affective filter and build confidence as they demonstrate what they've learned. Your gift directly impacted not only their academic performance but also their sense of comfort and security during what can often be a stressful time.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are motivated, supported, and better prepared to succeed. We are so grateful for the difference you have made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746786967077,"projectUrl":"project/motivational-incentives/9321247/","projectTitle":"Motivational Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pasa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp55906_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720535765956","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-gonzalez4th"},{"teacherId":55906,"projectId":9322087,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project! I have been able to provide opportunities where my students can access resources that make learning both memorable and engaging, and your generosity helps make that possible.\r\n\r\nWith the Teachers Pay Teachers gift card, I am able to supplement our curriculum with meaningful resources in Spanish that are fun, interactive, and engaging. These materials will help my students make stronger connections to their learning while enjoying the process.\r\n\r\nYour support is a positive step in giving my students the tools they need to grow and succeed. We are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1746786957615,"projectUrl":"project/spanish-resources/9322087/","projectTitle":"Spanish Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pasa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp55906_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720535765956","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-gonzalez4th"},{"teacherId":55906,"projectId":9532759,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously funding our project! With your support, my fifth-grade students now have access to first aid kits, an ice machine, and engaging catch-and-toss games that have already made a meaningful impact during our organized physical education instruction.\r\n\r\nThe first aid kits and ice machine have given both students and teachers peace of mind. \r\n\r\nThe catch-and-toss games have quickly become a favorite. On the very first day we brought them out, the students' faces lit up with excitement. They cheered, laughed, and encouraged one another as they learned to toss and catch. What I loved most was seeing students of all ability levels jumping in, working together, and having fun as a team. It was one of those moments where you could feel the energy and inclusiveness—exactly what we hoped these games would bring.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only provided essential safety tools but has also sparked joy, teamwork, and a stronger sense of community in our PE program. We are deeply grateful for your support in keeping our students safe, active, and engaged.","fullyFundedDate":1756328967701,"projectUrl":"project/balancing-fun-and-safety-in-physical-edu/9532759/","projectTitle":"Balancing Fun and Safety in Physical Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pasa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp55906_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720535765956","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-gonzalez4th"},{"teacherId":8435782,"projectId":9238724,"letterContent":"Thank you for support my students.\r\nAs a teacher I look for opportunity for my student to work together and help each other. Through play students can make connections without teacher guidance thanks to your donation this was evident in my classroom. \r\nThe magnatiles you help purchase helped my students problem solve, use their imagination and ultimately have fun. 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