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I am grateful to have been able to meet this need and help remove barriers to learning during such a difficult winter.","fullyFundedDate":1769447668681,"projectUrl":"project/warmth-in-winter/10051435/","projectTitle":"Warmth in Winter","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4886826_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690316923226","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-greer"},{"teacherId":4886826,"projectId":9844994,"letterContent":"This project made a meaningful and positive impact on my classroom by creating daily moments of joy, motivation, and connection during an important time of year. The 12 Days of Christmas activities gave students something to look forward to each morning, helping increase engagement, attendance, and positive behavior as we approached winter break. These small surprises served as powerful incentives, encouraging kindness, participation, and perseverance while reinforcing a sense of routine and structure.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, school is their most consistent source of stability and celebration. Providing festive treats, activities, and prizes ensured that every child felt included and valued, regardless of what they may experience outside of the classroom. The daily surprises helped build classroom community, strengthened relationships, and created shared experiences that promoted social emotional growth.\r\n\r\nBeyond the tangible items, this project fostered belonging and boosted morale. Students demonstrated increased excitement for learning, improved peer interactions, and a stronger sense of pride in their classroom. The memories created during this countdown will stay with them far longer than the prizes themselves, making this project a powerful way to support both academic engagement and emotional well being while ending the semester on a joyful, meaningful note.","fullyFundedDate":1761742759004,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-magic/9844994/","projectTitle":"Holiday Magic","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4886826_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690316923226","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-greer"},{"teacherId":4886826,"projectId":9579121,"letterContent":"In my middle school autistic support classroom, this project directly strengthened daily instruction and student regulation by providing essential supplies that support both learning and routines. Items such as fans, batteries, a hot glue gun, and a speaker play an important role in creating a structured, responsive environment for diverse learners. Fans offer calming sensory input for students who become overwhelmed, helping them regulate emotions and remain focused during instruction. Batteries are necessary to power adaptive tools, timers, and small electronics that students rely on throughout the day for academic and functional activities.\r\n\r\nThe hot glue gun supports hands-on learning and allows for quick repairs of classroom materials, as well as the creation of visual supports and adapted tools tailored to individual student needs. The classroom speaker enhances group instruction by ensuring directions and lessons are clearly heard by all students, increasing engagement and accessibility across the room.\r\n\r\nTogether, these resources have helped foster a more organized, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment. The project increased student participation, improved access to instruction, and supported sensory regulation, ultimately enhancing students' ability to engage meaningfully in learning while building independence and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1759266580334,"projectUrl":"project/odds-ends/9579121/","projectTitle":"Odds & Ends","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4886826_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690316923226","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-greer"},{"teacherId":4886826,"projectId":9781093,"letterContent":"On behalf of my middle school autistic support classroom, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of Lysol wipes and spray, swiffer supplies, and more.\r\n\r\nThese items have had a tremendous impact on our classroom environment. They help us maintain a clean, safe, and healthy space for our students—many of whom have unique sensory and medical needs that make hygiene especially important. With your support, we're able to minimize the spread of germs, reduce absences, and create a setting where students and staff alike feel protected and cared for.\r\n\r\nYour contribution goes beyond supplies—it helps us build a consistent and secure daily routine where students can focus on learning, building life skills, and thriving socially and emotionally. We are so grateful for your kindness and support of our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1766094593477,"projectUrl":"project/clean-class/9781093/","projectTitle":"Clean Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4886826_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690316923226","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-greer"},{"teacherId":4886826,"projectId":9656548,"letterContent":"These donations allow us to keep the coffee shop running smoothly without placing a financial burden on our classroom. They help us provide a consistent product to our school staff, which builds customer trust and gives our students a real sense of responsibility and pride.\r\n\r\nMore importantly, these items support hands-on learning in essential life and job readiness skills. Our students practice communication, money handling, following multi-step directions, and working cooperatively—all within the authentic setting of running a small business. The experience builds confidence, independence, and a strong sense of purpose.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our students are gaining real-world skills that will benefit them far beyond the classroom. We are incredibly grateful for your support in helping us create such a meaningful and empowering program.","fullyFundedDate":1758572222080,"projectUrl":"project/coffee-cart-supplies/9656548/","projectTitle":"Coffee Cart Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4886826_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690316923226","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-greer"},{"teacherId":8029435,"projectId":9768163,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous contribution to our classroom. Because of your support, our students now have access to high-quality learning materials that have completely transformed our daily routines. It is wonderful to see the spark of excitement in their eyes as they engage with these new tools.\r\n\r\nOur students absolutely love using the All About Letter Center to explore the world of literacy. It has become a favorite destination during our center rotations. Whether they are identifying letter shapes or beginning to build their first words, this resource provides a hands-on experience that makes learning to read feel like a game. Their confidence in letter recognition has soared since we introduced this center to the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your gift continues into our math block as well. The children thoroughly enjoy using the magnetic ten frames and whiteboards to solve problems. These tools allow them to visualize numbers and understand mathematical concepts in a concrete way. Seeing them proudly hold up their whiteboards to show off their solved equations is a testament to how much these resources have boosted their engagement and mathematical thinking.\r\n\r\nFinally, we are having a wonderful time using the Play-Doh kits to strengthen our fine motor skills. Squishing, rolling, and shaping the dough is not only a creative outlet but also a vital exercise for developing the hand muscles needed for writing. It is the perfect blend of play and developmental progress, and the students look forward to \"Play-Doh time\" every single day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our classroom and our students' futures. Your kindness has made a tangible difference in our learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1761957626089,"projectUrl":"project/learning-takes-a-village-of-different-th/9768163/","projectTitle":"Learning Takes a Village of Different Things!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8029435_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683914712783","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8029435"},{"teacherId":4886826,"projectId":9704703,"letterContent":"The donation of food pantry items has been incredibly valuable in supporting the day to day needs of my classroom and students. Having access to shelf stable food and snacks allows me to respond immediately when a student is hungry, needs a quick break, or benefits from food as a motivator or regulation tool. For many of my students, consistent access to food helps reduce anxiety, supports focus, and allows them to fully engage in learning without the distraction of unmet basic needs.\r\n\r\nThese food pantry items have also supported instruction in meaningful and practical ways. Students use the items during functional life skills lessons such as meal preparation, making choices, following directions, and practicing independence. The pantry has become a safe and supportive resource that promotes dignity, inclusion, and care, ensuring students feel supported both academically and emotionally throughout the school day.","fullyFundedDate":1759266586935,"projectUrl":"project/food-pantry-start-up/9704703/","projectTitle":"Food Pantry Start Up","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4886826_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690316923226","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-greer"},{"teacherId":7488780,"projectId":9700230,"letterContent":"Thank you for the additional technology for my classroom. Some of my students are unable to access a laptop because they cannot spell or read text. The new technology allowed me to dowload apps they are able to access with independence. This helps them build self confidence as they are able to do this without adult or peer support. New, reliable technology has also helped with accessing sites for academics as they can use the touchscreen and not have to use a mouse or arrows, when some students have motor skills that are underdeveloped. Thank you for your continued support for our students with the most significant needs.","fullyFundedDate":1758054717348,"projectUrl":"project/new-reliable-technology/9700230/","projectTitle":"New, Reliable Technology!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kitner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7488780_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700596488166","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7488780"},{"teacherId":5996214,"projectId":9613740,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Our new multiplication and division fidget spinners have already made a huge difference for my students. The moment we unboxed them, the excitement was unbelievable—students were eager to try them out, practice their facts, and challenge each other in the most positive way.\r\n\r\nThese spinners have created a hands-on, engaging way for students to build fact fluency. Many of my learners who usually feel anxious or hesitant during math now feel more confident because the spinners turn practice into something fun and approachable. I've watched students who often struggle to stay focused become fully engaged, spinning, reading, and solving facts with genuine enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nNot only are these tools helping students strengthen essential math skills, but they are also boosting motivation, teamwork, and pride in their progress. It's amazing to see how something so simple can make such a meaningful impact.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and giving them the tools they need to grow. Your kindness is helping build a classroom where learning feels joyful, hands-on, and empowering every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1758294314123,"projectUrl":"project/fidgeting-through-our-facts/9613740/","projectTitle":"Fidgeting Through Our Facts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pyeritz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5996214_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1570106276746","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-pyeritz"},{"teacherId":8561896,"projectId":9700513,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift to our classroom. My students were so excited when they saw their new materials. Not only are they going to give them the opportunity to give keep their materials organized, it is also given them the chance to organize their thoughts to become better writers.\r\n\r\nThis donation is an investment to our future as these are the future authors, doctors, lawyers and teachers. We will forever be grateful for your kindness which will always be a part of our learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1760718839184,"projectUrl":"project/writing-journals-help/9700513/","projectTitle":"Writing Journals Help!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8561896_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659457376428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherchronicles"},{"teacherId":8028720,"projectId":9563396,"letterContent":"Your kindness has made a direct, meaningful, and immediate impact on our students, and I want you to know just how much your support truly means to us.\r\n\r\nSeveral of our students rely on shared or older laptops, and having dependable chargers ensures that they are able to complete classwork, participate in digital lessons, conduct research, and express themselves through technology with confidence and independence. You have removed a stressor that often caused students to fall behind or feel discouraged. Thanks to you, learning can continue without interruption, and our students feel valued and supported.\r\n\r\nYour generosity reinforces to our students that there are people beyond the walls of their school who believe in them, cheer for them, and want to see them succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1759266586704,"projectUrl":"project/the-right-start/9563396/","projectTitle":"The Right Start","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8028720_orig.png?crop=474,474,x0,y26&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668982414548","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kwalsh219"},{"teacherId":8028720,"projectId":9482963,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind donations to my classroom! It is because of donors like you that my students are able to use the calculators to solve their math problems. My students have been given the chance to create projects and hang them in the hall. My students are proud of their work being on display. \r\n\r\nMy students work on cleaning up after themselves. They now have access to cleaning materials to help. It is because of you that my students have access to so many resources to make their days happier and easier.","fullyFundedDate":1759266584858,"projectUrl":"project/clean-calculated-and-ready-to-learn/9482963/","projectTitle":"Clean, Calculated, and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walsh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8028720_orig.png?crop=474,474,x0,y26&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668982414548","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kwalsh219"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_88714","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":418,"numTeachers":58,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":71,"percentWhite":11,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"7.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":74.1,"schoolId":88714,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pittsburgh Langley K-8 School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pittsburgh Langley K-8 School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/pittsburgh-public-schools/pittsburgh-stevens-elementary-school/88714"}