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Your contribution is more than a donation—it is an investment in the knowledge, skills, and future success of our students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, we have been able to:\r\n\r\nEmpower Students: Introduce essential financial concepts such as budgeting, saving, investing, and responsible spending.\r\n\r\nEnhance Learning: Provide interactive tools and hands-on resources that make financial literacy engaging and accessible.\r\n\r\nBuild Lifelong Skills: Equip students with practical skills that will help them make informed decisions now and in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1758837729749,"projectUrl":"project/financial-journey/9654064/","projectTitle":"Financial Journey","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hoenig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7625256_orig.jpg?crop=620,620,x190,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635860625999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7625256"},{"teacherId":7625256,"projectId":9546246,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your generous support in providing financial literacy tools for our classroom. Your contribution is more than a donation—it is an investment in the knowledge, skills, and future success of our students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, we have been able to:\r\n\r\nEmpower Students: Introduce essential financial concepts such as budgeting, saving, investing, and responsible spending.\r\n\r\nEnhance Learning: Provide interactive tools and hands-on resources that make financial literacy engaging and accessible.\r\n\r\nBuild Lifelong Skills: Equip students with practical skills that will help them make informed decisions now and in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1758899065467,"projectUrl":"project/tools-today-triumph-tomorrow/9546246/","projectTitle":"Tools Today, Triumph Tomorrow","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hoenig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7625256_orig.jpg?crop=620,620,x190,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635860625999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7625256"},{"teacherId":7625256,"projectId":9385553,"letterContent":"We are writing to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) project. Thanks to your contribution, we are making a measurable difference in the lives of students, creating a positive, safe, and supportive learning environment where every child can thrive.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped us:\r\n\r\nPromote Positive Behavior: Implement proactive strategies that encourage students to make positive choices in the classroom and beyond.\r\n\r\nSupport Educators: Provide teachers with the training and resources they need to foster a welcoming and respectful learning environment.\r\n\r\nBuild Inclusive Communities: Strengthen relationships between students, staff, and families, creating a culture of respect, accountability, and encouragement.","fullyFundedDate":1758820916265,"projectUrl":"project/jr-stars/9385553/","projectTitle":"JR STARS","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hoenig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7625256_orig.jpg?crop=620,620,x190,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635860625999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7625256"},{"teacherId":9216287,"projectId":9243979,"letterContent":"Our cozy corner has become the place to be in our classroom. In our classroom our cozy corner serves multiple purposes; it is a place where the students gravitate to when they need some alone time; it is also a place where they can cuddle up with a good book to read by themselves or with a friend. it also is our calming corner where students go when they need time and space to calm their thoughts and feelings. Our cozy corner has also been used as a highlight and example in our building to encourage others to provide a similar space in their classrooms. Did I forget to mention that it is a HIT!\r\n The students enjoy listening to us read about our feelings with the book sets, \"A Little Spot of Feelings\" and describing how they feel using the puppets that came with the set. We are also learning about our history using \"The ABC of Black History\" and other similar books donated by you. Our school is such a diverse community that we relish reading about the experiences of others and seeing images of kids that they can relate to in such books as, Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story; Round Is a Tortilla: A Book of Shapes (paperback picture book) - A Latino Book of Concepts series; Jabari Jumps (paperback picture book); Malala: My Story of Standing Up for Girls' Rights (paperback chapter book); Pink Is for Boys (board book); Worldwide Buddies: China's Child (hardcover picture book); and The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences (The Kids' Books of Social Emotional Learning) to name a few.\r\n Our Cozy Corner has become the cornerstone in the classroom; it's literally a grounding space for us to learn, coexist and bond as a community. We appreciate all that you have done to make this space such a wonder and inspiration not only for our class, but the school community as a whole.","fullyFundedDate":1746787358793,"projectUrl":"project/cozying-up-in-the-cozy-corner/9243979/","projectTitle":"Cozying up in the Cozy Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. CHAPMAN-WILLIAMS","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9216287_orig.jpg?crop=540,540,x0,y39&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755787532960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9216287"},{"teacherId":7625256,"projectId":9018080,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to share the powerful impact your donation has had on our classroom—especially in the area of reading.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we were able to provide engaging, accessible reading materials and tools that made literacy not just a subject, but a joy for every student. From leveled books to reading games, bookmarks to book bins, and cozy reading spaces—you helped us create an environment where every child could grow and thrive, no matter their starting point.\r\n\r\nMany of my students walked into the classroom unsure of their reading ability or even hesitant to pick up a book. But with the right support and resources—made possible by you—we saw real, measurable growth in their reading confidence, comprehension, and love for books.\r\n\r\nYou didn't just fund supplies—you helped open doors to imagination, expression, and lifelong learning. You've made reading fun, accessible, and meaningful for every child in our class.","fullyFundedDate":1744230375491,"projectUrl":"project/reading-fun/9018080/","projectTitle":"Reading Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hoenig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7625256_orig.jpg?crop=620,620,x190,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635860625999","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7625256"},{"teacherId":2148091,"projectId":9316421,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, I was able to give my students a meaningful and heartfelt send-off as we wrapped up the school year. The gift bags were a huge hit—each one filled with thoughtful items like a reusable water bottle and a tote bag, which promote healthy habits and independence during the summer months. More importantly, each student received a personalized reflection or piece of work that highlighted their individual progress in speech and language therapy.\r\n\r\nWatching my students open their bags and recognize how far they've come was truly special. One student beamed as he reread a short speech story he had written earlier in the year—something that felt impossible for him just a few months ago. These small but powerful moments of pride and accomplishment were exactly what I hoped to create with this project.\r\n\r\nYour support helped me end the year on a high note—not just by giving a gift, but by reinforcing each child's growth, confidence, and self-worth. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1746482802437,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-communication-and-independenc/9316421/","projectTitle":"Supporting Communication and Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sassoon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2148091_orig.png?crop=329,329,x26,y68&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1641433660510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2148091"},{"teacherId":2148091,"projectId":9086801,"letterContent":"Thanks to your thoughtful support, my students now have access to exciting new tools that make speech therapy more hands-on, meaningful, and fun! The STEM-based materials, especially those for exploring living and non-living things, have sparked so much curiosity and conversation. My students are asking more questions, describing what they observe, and using new vocabulary to explain the world around them—skills that are essential for both academic success and everyday communication.\r\n\r\nThe articulation picture cards and interactive toys have also brought a noticeable boost in motivation during our sessions. Students are more eager to participate, take turns, and practice their sounds, all while having fun. One student who used to shy away from speaking tasks now lights up when it's time to \"play and talk,\" and it's been incredible to watch that confidence grow.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a learning environment where communication is encouraged, supported, and celebrated. Thank you for giving my students the tools they need to express themselves more clearly and confidently. Your impact will be felt far beyond the therapy room!","fullyFundedDate":1746482802556,"projectUrl":"project/building-voices-and-building-futures-in/9086801/","projectTitle":"Building Voices and Building Futures in Speech Therapy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sassoon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2148091_orig.png?crop=329,329,x26,y68&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1641433660510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2148091"},{"teacherId":2148091,"projectId":9323683,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, we were able to end the school year on a truly special note! The end-of-year celebration meant so much to my students. For many of them, this was their first time being recognized in a formal way for the hard work they've put into building their speech and language skills. With snacks, treats, and a festive atmosphere, the celebration made them feel proud and valued—and gave them a memory they'll carry with them into the summer and beyond.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the celebration, the supplies you helped fund have already made a meaningful difference. The chargers kept our devices powered through the final stretch of therapy sessions, and the sheet protectors helped preserve student work and progress reports that will now travel home as a record of their growth. The flash drive has been invaluable for backing up important data and materials—giving me peace of mind as we transition into the next school year.\r\n\r\nYour support allowed us to celebrate achievements while staying organized and ready for what's ahead. Thank you for helping us end the year with both joy and purpose!","fullyFundedDate":1746639209959,"projectUrl":"project/essential-tools-for-student-speech-suc/9323683/","projectTitle":"Essential Tools for Student Speech & Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sassoon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2148091_orig.png?crop=329,329,x26,y68&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1641433660510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2148091"},{"teacherId":2148091,"projectId":9203628,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible support, my speech therapy sessions have become even more engaging, interactive, and meaningful! The new games and manipulatives have opened the door to so many rich language opportunities—whether we're practicing turn-taking with a board game, problem solving through a hands-on task, or building vocabulary during pretend play. Because the learning feels like play, my students stay motivated and excited to participate, even during challenging tasks.\r\n\r\nThe carrying bag and mesh bag have been game changers, too. I move between classrooms and settings throughout the day, and now I can bring these materials with me easily and keep everything organized. Having these tools on hand in various environments allows me to create spontaneous, natural communication moments between students—whether we're working in a classroom, hallway, or small group space. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students more than just fun materials—it's given them the chance to build real-world communication skills in a joyful and supportive way. Thank you for investing in their growth!","fullyFundedDate":1742933461476,"projectUrl":"project/lets-talk-play-games-to-build-langua/9203628/","projectTitle":"Let's Talk & Play: Games to Build Language Skills!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sassoon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2148091_orig.png?crop=329,329,x26,y68&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1641433660510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2148091"},{"teacherId":2148091,"projectId":9203153,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our speech therapy space is more organized, efficient, and engaging than ever! The storage bags have made a big difference in keeping each student's materials sorted, clean, and easy to access. Now, when students come in, they're able to jump right into their activities without delays or distractions. This small change has helped create a calm, predictable routine—something that's especially important for my students who benefit from visual structure and consistency.\r\n\r\nThe Teachers Pay Teachers gift card has already been put to great use! I've been able to purchase targeted resources that align directly with my students' speech and language goals—everything from interactive WH-question cards to vocabulary-building games. The students love the colorful, hands-on activities, and I've seen them become more confident and expressive during our sessions. The heavy-duty tape has also been a surprise hero—it's holding up our daily visual schedules and anchor charts, helping my students follow routines and stay focused on their goals.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students now have an environment that's more supportive of their learning needs. Thank you for helping us create a space where communication can truly grow!","fullyFundedDate":1742937158758,"projectUrl":"project/speech-room-essentials-storage-resourc/9203153/","projectTitle":"Speech Room Essentials: Storage, Resources, and Tools for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sassoon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2148091_orig.png?crop=329,329,x26,y68&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1641433660510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2148091"},{"teacherId":2148091,"projectId":9188789,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our speech sessions have truly blossomed! When I introduced the flower model, my students were immediately curious—touching, turning, and labeling each part with excitement. It gave them a concrete, hands-on way to connect abstract vocabulary to something they could see and feel. The nonfiction book and posters have become staples in our sessions, helping students build background knowledge and use descriptive language during structured activities and conversations.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful moments was when a student with limited expressive language used a full sentence to describe the function of the stem, saying, \"The stem holds up the flower and brings water.\" This was a direct result of the visual support and repeated exposure the materials provided. Across the board, my students have been using more targeted vocabulary, asking questions, sequencing the life cycle of a plant, and growing in both confidence and communication.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to apply these skills to a hands-on science and language journal project. We'll be planting seeds, observing changes, and describing each stage with the vocabulary and sentence structures we've been practicing. Your support helped bring this unit to life in a way that's both meaningful and fun—and truly supports my students' speech and language development. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1742915940570,"projectUrl":"project/speech-science-the-language-of-plants/9188789/","projectTitle":"Speech & Science: The Language of Plants","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sassoon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2148091_orig.png?crop=329,329,x26,y68&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1641433660510","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2148091"},{"teacherId":2148091,"projectId":9123672,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, the Cricut machine has made a big difference in our speech therapy sessions. My students were so excited when they saw the new materials, and they've been fully engaged ever since.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the Cricut to create visual supports and interactive tools that help with speech sounds, language skills, and communication. It's been a fun and motivating way for students to practice, express themselves, and build confidence.\r\n\r\nThis project has added a creative and hands-on element to our lessons, and the students are truly benefiting from it. 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