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Many students shared that the seating made them feel calm and cozy, which has helped create a positive and welcoming learning environment.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using flexible seating as we dive deeper into reading and writing lessons, working in small groups to discuss texts, plan writing, and revise their work. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a space where students feel comfortable, supported, and excited to learn every day.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us create a joyful place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1758841841035,"projectUrl":"project/the-chamber-of-flexibility/9593813/","projectTitle":"The Chamber of Flexibility","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Osborne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2375990_orig.jpg?crop=334,334,x194,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564027411462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-rosborne"},{"teacherId":2375990,"projectId":9599516,"letterContent":"These supplies have had an immediate and meaningful impact on our students' learning. Our students are constantly writing, revising, and creating, which means pencils and erasers are truly tools of learning in action. Students are running through them as they draft, edit, and improve their work through trial and error, celebrating both mistakes and victories along the way. Having reliable supplies ensures that learning is never interrupted and that students can stay focused on their ideas rather than worrying about materials.\r\n\r\nWe are using these resources daily during reading and writing instruction. Students have already completed narrative and informative essays, using pencils and erasers to revise their thinking, add details, and strengthen their writing. One memorable moment was watching students proudly erase and rewrite sentences on their own, showing confidence and ownership of their work.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and relieved to know they had everything they needed to be successful. It sent a powerful message that their learning matters and that they are supported.\r\n\r\nNext, our students will begin writing persuasive essays focused on natural disasters, using these same tools to plan, draft, revise, and strengthen their arguments. Thanks to your generosity, our students are prepared to take risks, think deeply, and continue growing as writers.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and believing in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1758898990773,"projectUrl":"project/bright-ideas-ahead/9599516/","projectTitle":"Bright Ideas Ahead","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Osborne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2375990_orig.jpg?crop=334,334,x194,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564027411462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-rosborne"},{"teacherId":2375990,"projectId":9659427,"letterContent":"This printer has made a meaningful impact on my students' learning by allowing me to quickly create and share charts, visuals, and instructional materials that support understanding. Having immediate access to printed resources helps students grasp new concepts more clearly and refer back to learning throughout the day.\r\n\r\nBecause of this printer, I am able to differentiate instruction more effectively by providing leveled assignments, modified supports, and individualized materials that meet students where they are. It also allows me to respond in real time to student needs by adjusting lessons and creating targeted resources as learning unfolds.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generosity. This printer has strengthened instruction, supported diverse learners, and made our classroom more responsive and inclusive.\r\nThank you for investing in our students and their success.","fullyFundedDate":1758855506255,"projectUrl":"project/in-living-color/9659427/","projectTitle":"In Living Color","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Osborne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2375990_orig.jpg?crop=334,334,x194,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564027411462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-rosborne"},{"teacherId":2375990,"projectId":9654099,"letterContent":"These lights truly make our classroom merry and bright all year long. 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It has become a small but powerful part of our daily routine and classroom culture.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and for helping us create a classroom space where students can learn with comfort, joy, and calm.\r\nThank you for lighting up our learning!","fullyFundedDate":1758837576882,"projectUrl":"project/light-up-learning/9654099/","projectTitle":"Light Up Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Osborne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2375990_orig.jpg?crop=334,334,x194,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564027411462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-rosborne"},{"teacherId":2375990,"projectId":9593710,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring learning to life!\r\nBecause of your generosity, we are able to use this interactive device daily during small-group instruction, where students can see, touch, and actively engage with academic concepts in meaningful ways.\r\nThis tool allows us to teach step by step, breaking lessons into manageable parts and offering spiraled review so students can revisit skills, build confidence, and truly understand the content. Instead of passively listening, students are able to touch, manipulate, and interact with the lesson something they absolutely love.\r\nMany of our students learn best through hands-on experiences. This device gives them a positive and productive way to engage, helping them stay focused while deepening their understanding. It has transformed small-group instruction into a space where learning feels exciting, accessible, and empowering.\r\nAll of our students are incredibly thankful for the opportunity to learn in a non-traditional, student-centered way, and we are so grateful to you for making this possible. Your support has made a lasting impact on how our students experience learning every day.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their success!","fullyFundedDate":1758834859977,"projectUrl":"project/touch-teach-transform/9593710/","projectTitle":"Touch, Teach, Transform","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Osborne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2375990_orig.jpg?crop=334,334,x194,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564027411462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-rosborne"},{"teacherId":581817,"projectId":9843115,"letterContent":"thank you so much for your generous donation. It is truly appreciated. Because of you, we have the necessary items to keep our academic small groups organized and easily accessible for both students and teachers. \r\nThe sheet protectors make it possible for us to be able to reuse sheets and have materials ready to go for our students. \r\nThe colorful bins make it easy for our students to recognize which bin their work is stored in. \r\nOur headphones give our media small group the ability to listen to the different listening features of our program. \r\nAgain, thank you from the bottom of our hearts...","fullyFundedDate":1761615244313,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-materials/9843115/","projectTitle":"Small Group Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Duggan and Ms. Miolan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp581817_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y161&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683805520105","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/581817"},{"teacherId":381720,"projectId":9840037,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously supporting Books, Ballots, and Big Ideas: Civics for Fourth Graders! Your donation brings meaningful learning to life for my students. They are curious, energetic learners who are just beginning to understand how they fit into their community and the world around them. Because of you, they will have access to engaging books and resources that help make complex ideas, like leadership, laws, and citizenship, both exciting and accessible. These materials will spark important conversations and inspire students to see themselves as thoughtful, capable contributors to our community.\r\n\r\nYour support also strengthens our Project-Based Learning unit on civics, giving students the chance to put their knowledge into action through projects such as designing class laws, simulating elections, and planning community service initiatives. Thanks to you, they'll build essential skills in reading, collaboration, and critical thinking while discovering the power they have to make a difference. Your generosity helps nurture informed, empowered young citizens, and we are truly grateful for the impact you've made in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763245225476,"projectUrl":"project/books-ballots-and-big-ideas-civics-fo/9840037/","projectTitle":"Books, Ballots, and Big Ideas: Civics for Fourth Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valbuena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp381720_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650249341449","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-valbuena"},{"teacherId":381720,"projectId":9708803,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Hear Us Out: Building Sound Minds Through STEM.\" Your generosity has made it possible for my students to explore the fascinating world of sound through hands-on learning. With the Wave Machine Kit, strings, and other materials, my students will get to see and feel how sound travels, deepening their understanding of science concepts that are often hard to visualize in a traditional classroom setting.\r\n\r\nYour contribution means more than just supplies, it's an investment in curiosity, creativity, and confidence. My students are eager to take on this STEM challenge, and I can already see the excitement building as they prepare to experiment and present their findings on their display boards. Thank you for helping bring science to life for my students and for making learning such a joyful, engaging experience!","fullyFundedDate":1762265209714,"projectUrl":"project/hear-us-out-building-sound-minds-throug/9708803/","projectTitle":"Hear Us Out: Building Sound Minds Through STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valbuena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp381720_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650249341449","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-valbuena"},{"teacherId":381720,"projectId":9818265,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to \"Turning Pages and Making Magic This Holiday Season!\" Your support means the world to our classroom. Because of your kindness, each of my students will receive their very own copy of Deck the Halls, We're Off the Wall! along with a fun holiday craft and special gift bag. I know this will bring so much excitement and joy to our classroom as we celebrate the season together through reading and creativity.\r\n\r\nI can already picture the smiles on their faces as they unwrap their books and dive into a story that captures the holiday spirit. Your generosity helps create magical moments that my students will remember for years to come, and it reminds them that there are caring people who believe in the power of learning and giving. Thank you for making this holiday season truly special for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1761954454479,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-and-making-magic-this-holi/9818265/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages and Making Magic This Holiday Season!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valbuena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp381720_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650249341449","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-valbuena"},{"teacherId":6600444,"projectId":9517750,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Ready, Set, Learn: Back-to-School Basics! Because of your generosity, my students kicked off the school year feeling prepared, excited, and ready to learn.\r\n The supplies you provided — pencils, erasers, sharpeners, and our new \"pencil parking\" station — have helped us start each day smoothly and stay focused on learning instead of worrying about missing materials. The calm corner toys have already become a favorite resource for students who need a moment to reset and manage big feelings in a healthy way. And our classroom doorbell has been a fun (and surprisingly effective!) tool for getting everyone's attention and transitioning between activities.\r\n It's amazing how such simple items can make such a big difference in our daily routine. You helped create a classroom that feels organized, welcoming, and full of positive energy — a place where every student feels ready to succeed.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us in third grade, thank you for believing in our classroom and for helping make this school year brighter from day one!","fullyFundedDate":1758898869144,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-learn-back-to-school-basics/9517750/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Learn: Back-to-School Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gladstone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6600444_orig.jpg?crop=3037,3037,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1567039081050","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6600444"},{"teacherId":381720,"projectId":9714314,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the amazing rug for our classroom library! The students absolutely love it. It has quickly become the heart of our room; a cozy, inviting space where they gather to read, share ideas, and work on projects together. The excitement and joy they show each day as they settle onto the rug to read or collaborate is truly wonderful to see.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a real difference in our classroom and in my students' lives. You've helped create a warm and welcoming environment that inspires learning, creativity, and connection. We appreciate you more than words can express! Thank you for believing in our students and for helping to make our classroom a special place to grow and learn.","fullyFundedDate":1760533298550,"projectUrl":"project/readers-on-the-rug-comfort-meets-curios/9714314/","projectTitle":"Readers on the Rug: Comfort Meets Curiosity!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valbuena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp381720_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650249341449","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-valbuena"},{"teacherId":581817,"projectId":9661351,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our latest project. Because of you, our students have comfortable seating cushions so they can choose different spots to do their work. We have different calm areas set up throughout the classroom. We also have wonderful baskets to organize our library. We're able to keep all our series books together thanks to you. 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