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They don't even realize they are practicing important skills such as conversation, questioning, and executive functioning. \r\n\r\nI really appreciate your support in helping my students access materials to support their social emotional learning.","fullyFundedDate":1767029227797,"projectUrl":"project/social-skills-and-regulation/9817560/","projectTitle":"Social skills and regulation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/476190"},{"teacherId":10226342,"projectId":9742339,"letterContent":"The new resources have quickly become an integral part of our daily classroom routines. The rug spots give students a clear, comfortable space to gather for whole-group instruction, and they have been especially helpful during morning meetings and read-alouds. One memorable moment was during a collaborative storytelling lesson, when students sat on their rug spots facing the large white board and eagerly volunteered ideas as we mapped out a story together. The white board has also transformed instruction by allowing for real-time modeling, student problem-solving, and interactive discussions, while the baskets keep materials organized and easily accessible so students can work more independently.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate and heartfelt. They were especially thrilled by the rug spots, proudly finding \"their\" places and settling in with a sense of ownership and responsibility. Several students commented on how organized the room felt, and they were eager to help sort supplies into the baskets. The white board drew instant attention as well, with students asking when they could write on it and share their thinking with the class.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students are using these resources to support a literacy unit focused on writing and revising personal narratives. The next steps include small-group brainstorming sessions on the rug, drafting ideas on the white board, and using the organized baskets to access writing tools and mentor texts. These materials continue to support engagement, collaboration, and independence, helping create a classroom environment where students feel comfortable, focused, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1758899056188,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corners-for-creative-thinkers/9742339/","projectTitle":"Cozy Corners for Creative Thinkers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alfarhan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10226342_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758944003749","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10226342"},{"teacherId":8564110,"projectId":9755010,"letterContent":"In my classroom, creativity and imagination is key. Having a printer in my room has alloted me the opportunity to make my charts vibrant and make activities for the students. I have made matching activities, puzzles, tracing sheets, coloring sheets and much more. It is nice to see what skills my students need help with and be able to make something to help them improve. \r\nTeachers pay teachers is a great website that I have used to find activities for my students pertaining to the theme of study we are working with each month. Thank you again for your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1758898986595,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-make-our-colors-come-alive/9755010/","projectTitle":"Help us Make our Colors come Alive!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8564110_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659740487430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8564110"},{"teacherId":8564110,"projectId":9642946,"letterContent":"Thanks to your donations, my students' imaginations has been grown greatly through their exploration with the toys. \r\n\r\nWith the legos they have made playgrounds, buildings, and various vehicles. The hamburger that the students have made were creative, sequenced and \"tasty\". The ice cream stand has become a booming business in our classroom. How many scoops would you like in your sundae? \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generous donation. Learning through play has been instrumental in my students' academic growth.","fullyFundedDate":1758202749087,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-ideas/9642946/","projectTitle":"Little hands BIG ideas","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8564110_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659740487430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8564110"},{"teacherId":8060196,"projectId":9757805,"letterContent":"The new technology has made an incredible impact on our classroom by transforming how students engage with their learning. While many of our donors may use similar tools at home, the way we use this technology in school allows students to strengthen essential academic and critical-thinking skills. They are able to access interactive lessons, collaborate with peers in real time, and receive immediate feedback that helps them understand concepts more deeply. This has not only improved their confidence but has also helped them stay focused and excited about participating in class each day.\r\n\r\nWhat excites our students the most is the opportunity to take ownership of their learning. They love exploring new features, using hands-on applications, and discovering creative ways to demonstrate their understanding. Several students who were previously hesitant to participate have truly blossomed—one student who often struggled to stay engaged now eagerly volunteers to use the technology during lessons, while another who is usually quiet has started producing impressive digital projects that highlight her strengths. This project has opened doors for our students, giving them the tools and motivation to learn in ways that feel meaningful to them.","fullyFundedDate":1758899064162,"projectUrl":"project/our-robots-need-quiet/9757805/","projectTitle":"Our Robots Need Quiet","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Samaroo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8060196_orig.jpg?crop=2610,2610,x10,y70&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1641348572595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/samaroo"},{"teacherId":10213246,"projectId":9829592,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generous contributions have had an incredible impact on my students. The cotton balls have provided opportunities for hands-on learning, helping students explore concepts through touch and creativity. Our new calendar set has made it easier for students to recognize and practice patterns each day.\r\nThe weather dress-up set has sparked thoughtful discussions, encouraging students to think critically about appropriate clothing for different types of weather. The hooks have helped us stay organized, giving students a hands-on way to take responsibility for their materials. Students are consistently engaged, excited, and eager to learn. Our alphabet chart has also become a daily favorite, supporting early literacy in an interactive and meaningful way.\r\nThank you for making these experiences possible—your support truly matters!","fullyFundedDate":1762686937157,"projectUrl":"project/bright-beginnings-for-little-learners/9829592/","projectTitle":"Bright Beginnings for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10213246"},{"teacherId":476190,"projectId":9539156,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to my project, \"Help to Create a Non-Traditional Calming Space for Students\". Each time students enter my office, they are so excited to see the new things I have for them. Students use the comfy chair to curl up when they need time to regulate, and they gravitate towards the games when they have re-set their day. \r\n\r\nStudents have been using the inside out characters during role play activities, incorporating old puppets with the new characters to create interesting storylines. \r\n\r\nI really appreciate your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1758636633323,"projectUrl":"project/help-to-create-a-non-traditional-calming/9539156/","projectTitle":"Help to Create a Non-traditional Calming Space for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/476190"},{"teacherId":476190,"projectId":9034261,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to my project. I saved most of the items for the start of the new school year so that the students can enter the counseling office to some new surprises. The comfy chair is now a part of the cozy corner where students can sit and \"woosah\" when they need. I know they will love playing \"Don't Break the Ice\" and it can lead to many teachable moments about winning/losing, patience, and teamwork. \r\n\r\nI will share some photos of the items in action once the year gets underway.\r\n\r\nThank you once again, \r\nMs. Coyle","fullyFundedDate":1746577056660,"projectUrl":"project/student-choice-for-supporting-emotions/9034261/","projectTitle":"Student Choice for Supporting Emotions","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/476190"},{"teacherId":9773467,"projectId":8813289,"letterContent":"Allow me to express how grateful we are as a class to have received the wonderful donations of a class printer and laminator. These items have increased our productivity in the class. With these, we are able to produce appropriate activities for the class. \r\nThe items enabled us to differentiate instruction for the various learning levels presented in our class. With the printer and laminator, we were also able to create fun and creative materials and projects that the children thoroughly enjoyed. \r\nThe donated materials also serves as a resource for parents and families in the class that do not have access to a printer. The parents and families are also extremely grateful for your donations.\r\nAgain, we thank you for your generosity and kindness. 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