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During the upcoming holiday season, we will be completing a gingerbread house activity that was made possible through your generous contribution.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for making such a meaningful impact on our classroom through your donation. We truly could not do what we do without your continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1761154773398,"projectUrl":"project/room-to-learn-together/9764685/","projectTitle":"Room to Learn Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hills","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1738220_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y355&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629475173024","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/chills"},{"teacherId":4498390,"projectId":9862659,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our IXL project for grades 3–5. Your support makes a direct and meaningful impact on our students by ensuring they have access to high-quality, individualized practice in both ELA and Math. With IXL, students are able to work at their own level, receive immediate feedback, and build confidence as they strengthen essential skills.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, our classrooms can now offer targeted skill development that truly meets every learner's needs. In ELA, students will be able to practice reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills that align with our curriculum. In Math, they will engage with interactive, standards-based practice that supports their understanding of number sense, operations, fractions, geometry, and more—all at a pace appropriate for each child.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps create a more equitable, supportive learning environment where every student has the opportunity to grow. We are incredibly grateful for your commitment to our school community and for believing in the potential of our learners. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1761941978584,"projectUrl":"project/differentiation-for-all-ixl-for-grades/9862659/","projectTitle":"Differentiation for All: Ixl for Grades 3-5 ELA and Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lucci","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4498390_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x396,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648578068568","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-lucci"},{"teacherId":3191229,"projectId":9393509,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to my classroom! These items have been a great asset to the start of the new school year. Our classroom is so organized and neat! The seat sacks help all students keep their items like student workbooks in a safe space at their seats. Also, the thermal printer allowed me to label notebooks so students know which notebook is for each subject, like writing and spelling. The clipboards are great for flexible seating around the room. We even used them for a nature scavenger hunt at our local park!\r\n\r\nSince the beginning of the year, 2 new students were added to my class and these organizational items were so great to grab quickly to have a smooth transition for the students. \r\n\r\nYour donation has helped a lot of students.","fullyFundedDate":1754936253223,"projectUrl":"project/refresh-reset/9393509/","projectTitle":"Refresh & Reset","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3191229_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564671218317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3191229"},{"teacherId":1714603,"projectId":9484911,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support of our Social Studies classroom. Your donation has made a meaningful difference in the daily experience of our 6th and 7th grade students. With more learners joining us each year, creating a comfortable and focused environment has become increasingly important — and thanks to you, we've taken a huge step forward in making that happen.\r\nThe portable air conditioner has been a game-changer, especially during the warmer months when the heat used to make it difficult to concentrate. Our new lighting has softened the atmosphere, creating a calm and welcoming space that helps students feel more at ease and ready to learn. The flexible seating options have helped students to collaborate more effectively, giving them the freedom to move, engage, and take ownership of their learning.\r\nYour generosity has not only improved our physical classroom space — it has uplifted our entire learning community. Students feel more comfortable, more focused, and more excited to come to class each day. Thank you for believing in our mission and for helping us create a space where every student can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1755995180987,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-it-cool-and-calm-in-social-studi/9484911/","projectTitle":"Keeping it Cool and Calm in Social Studies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simko-Zeminski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1714603_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536166785492","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ssimko-zeminski"},{"teacherId":5855686,"projectId":9563128,"letterContent":"We were so excited to receive our class donations at the beginning of the year. The students were especially thrilled to choose their own color of dough when we opened the boxes. We have been using the Crayola molding dough during center time to build letters and numbers, and it has made learning so much more fun. The children love rolling, shaping, and forming their names or tricky numbers. It has been such a great way to build fine motor skills while practicing what we are learning in class.\r\n\r\nThe flower garden STEM set has quickly become a favorite during choice time. The students love creating their own gardens, stacking petals, and mixing colors to make unique designs. It has been wonderful to see them working together, sharing pieces, and showing so much pride in what they build. Their creativity really shines during this time.\r\n\r\nThe new glue sticks, paper towels, and electric pencil sharpener have also been a huge help in our classroom. The students have everything they need to create and explore, and cleanup has become so much easier. Thanks to your generosity, my students are learning, creating, and growing each day in a classroom filled with excitement and joy. We are so thankful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1755726371016,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-supplies-for-my-studen/9563128/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning Supplies for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5855686"},{"teacherId":5240150,"projectId":9536598,"letterContent":"My students and I are so grateful for your generous donations to this project! These items have truly helped give us a great start to this school year! \r\nThe folders are wonderful as they will be able to keep them all year long since they are plastic and durable! They keep them in their chair pockets to help keep them organized. The clear bins have been a huge help also in keeping our math manipulatives organized! \r\nThe students are loving the chapter books as a challenge which has enhanced our classroom library greatly! The read aloud books that focus on social skills, have been such engaging stories for the students to listen to after lunch time. The kids especially loved \"The Magical Yet\"! The Bucket Book has been so helpful as it goes right along with our classroom focus- filling each other's buckets! The kids love the mailbox as we are using it to put compliments in! \r\nThe tennis balls are wonderful for keeping our classroom quiet. This has made a huge difference in keeping students focused! Some of my students are sensitive to sounds so this has also helped minimize loud noises.\r\nMy students and I thank you very much for your generous donation and for valuing our learning environment and the work we do each day!","fullyFundedDate":1755728176694,"projectUrl":"project/my-students-deserve-a-welcoming-and-orga/9536598/","projectTitle":"My Students Deserve a Welcoming and Organized Start!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Grady","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5240150_orig.jpg?crop=500,500,x0,y126&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599009472585","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5240150"},{"teacherId":4498390,"projectId":9319611,"letterContent":"The rollie chairs have been a wonderful addition to the classroom, offering students more flexibility and comfort during the school day. Fourth graders love having the ability to move around easily and adjust their seating as needed, which helps them stay engaged and focused during lessons. The chairs make it easier for students to transition between group work, independent activities, and teacher-led instruction without disrupting the flow of learning.\r\n\r\nBeyond comfort, the rollie chairs have also supported students' need for movement and self-regulation. Many students benefit from being able to gently move or roll while they work, helping them release extra energy and maintain attention. This flexible seating option has created a more inclusive learning environment where students can choose what works best for them, fostering independence and ownership of their learning space.","fullyFundedDate":1746454799726,"projectUrl":"project/create-our-own-learning-space/9319611/","projectTitle":"Create Our Own Learning Space!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lucci","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4498390_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x396,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648578068568","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-lucci"},{"teacherId":9375487,"projectId":9317348,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous donation of LED boards for our classroom! These boards make it easier and more fun for our students to share and display their math work, helping everyone engage and learn together. The boards have encouraged inclusivity within the classroom by giving all learners an entry point into the lesson.\r\n\r\nYour support truly enhances our students' learning experience and shows them the impact of community generosity. Thank you for investing in our classroom and our students' success!","fullyFundedDate":1746442826790,"projectUrl":"project/show-me-your-thinking/9317348/","projectTitle":"Show Me Your Thinking...","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mlay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mlaymath"},{"teacherId":9375487,"projectId":9164575,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donations to our classroom! Your thoughtful gifts of cleaning materials will make a big difference in keeping our learning environment clean and welcoming.\r\n\r\nYour support not only helps our classroom run smoothly but also shows our students the power of community and generosity. This has also been a wonderful way for students to take part in the routine of clean-up time and invest in their own learning environment. Thank you for investing in our space and in our students' learning experience!","fullyFundedDate":1742153445080,"projectUrl":"project/spring-cleaning-in-our-classroom/9164575/","projectTitle":"Spring Cleaning in our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mlay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mlaymath"},{"teacherId":5855686,"projectId":9242016,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed in ways that have truly made a difference for my kindergarten students.\r\n\r\nThe document camera has become one of our most powerful learning tools. Before we had it, it was a challenge to model activities, demonstrate how to complete worksheets, or share student work in real time. Now, I can project what I'm doing onto the screen so every student can see clearly from their seat. This has made lessons much more engaging and accessible. Whether we're learning how to form letters, solve simple math problems, or follow along in a read-aloud, students are able to stay focused and participate more confidently. It's also been especially helpful for my visual learners, who benefit from seeing each step demonstrated clearly.\r\n\r\nThe seat sacks have continued to be an essential part of our classroom setup. We've used them for a while to give students personal storage space at their tables, but some had become torn or worn out over time. Thanks to your support, we were able to replace the damaged ones, and now every student has a reliable spot to keep their folders, books, and supplies organized and within reach.\r\n\r\nThese tools have enhanced our classroom by fostering greater engagement, improving organization, and supporting the diverse needs of all learners. Thank you for your generous support and for making such a meaningful difference in our students' educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1745339396172,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-learning-enhancing-classroom/9242016/","projectTitle":"Tools for Learning: Enhancing Classroom Organization and Engagement\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5855686"},{"teacherId":3191229,"projectId":9032884,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my students and my classroom. My students LOVE using the flexible seating options. They want to use them all the time! \r\n\r\nOur math and reading curriculum allows for multiple opportunities for students to work together. The desk chairs allows for my students to work together and sit in a way that is easy to talk with one another. Since they can used any where, students decide where to go in the class that makes them feel the most successful. The seat pads are great to use on the floor and on student chairs. \r\n\r\nMy students had a great time using the flexible seating for a phonics/spelling packet to prepare for one of our ELA unit tests. I am so excited to have these seating options for many future classrooms and I will always remember your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1738171888891,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-seats/9032884/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Seats","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3191229_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564671218317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3191229"},{"teacherId":672795,"projectId":8973839,"letterContent":"The headphones that you helped provide for my clasroom have been a game-changer for my students! 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