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Due to DOE regulations on self-contained class sizes, these students were reassigned from their original classrooms and spent three months learning in an abandoned library space with a substitute teacher—an experience that made consistency and structure difficult to maintain. This project was an important step in giving them the supportive, well-equipped classroom environment they deserved.\r\n\r\nThe materials provided addressed both essential needs and the overall learning atmosphere. Basic supplies such as paper towels, hand sanitizer, and a vacuum ensured a clean, safe, and functional space. At the same time, organizational tools like containers and trays transformed a large, impersonal room into a structured, welcoming classroom. 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Tools such as Magna-Tiles, Play-Doh, and dominoes provided meaningful opportunities for students to create with their hands, while also promoting social interaction, an area that can be particularly challenging in a self-contained classroom setting.\r\n\r\nOverall, the selected materials empowered students to expand their imagination and hopefully bring some their dreams to life through tactile exploration and collaborative, sensory-rich experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1768581254586,"projectUrl":"project/dream-board/10000160/","projectTitle":"Dream Board","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Myers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10391087_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x0,y35&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767984949790","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-myers-lexingtonacdemy"},{"teacherId":6603961,"projectId":8457549,"letterContent":"I am writing to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of a laptop to our classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference for my students and for our learning environment as a whole.\r\n\r\nAccess to reliable technology opens doors for students in so many ways, from research and writing to creative projects and skill-building that prepares them for the future. Because of your support, my students now have greater opportunities to engage with lessons in interactive ways, build digital literacy, and feel more confident in their academic work.\r\n\r\nBeyond the practical impact, your donation sends a powerful message to my students: that people outside our classroom believe in them and are willing to invest in their success. That encouragement matters more than you know.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity, thoughtfulness, and commitment to education. 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These children completely understand how to utilize technology as an aide, without trying to replace traditional art techniques. I am using this daily in the art room! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1757423985136,"projectUrl":"project/kids-love-paint-markers/9500867/","projectTitle":"Kids Love Paint Markers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp483421_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448938274793","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ramos-art"},{"teacherId":10163905,"projectId":9563618,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Dual Language 2nd grade class. My students and I greatly appreciate your kindness. When the new materials arrived, their faces lit up with excitement. They were eager to explore, learn, and use everything in our lessons.\r\n\r\nI am deeply grateful to the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation for making this possible. Your support has not only provided us with essential learning materials but has also inspired creativity, confidence, and a true love of learning in my students. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a space where every child feels safe to explore, take risks, and grow both academically and personally.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students have access to hands-on materials that make lessons come alive. The letter tracing tools and phonemic awareness activities have helped them strengthen fine motor skills, build early literacy, and develop confidence in both English and Spanish. Math manipulatives, whiteboards, and number lines have turned abstract concepts into concrete, exciting experiences. Even the fidget toys and stress balls have made a big difference helping students focus, manage emotions, and stay engaged throughout the day.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching a group of students work together on a math problem using their new manipulatives. They encouraged one another, discussed strategies in both languages, and proudly celebrated when they found the solution. In that moment, I saw how much these materials are helping them learn and believe in themselves.\r\n\r\nThank you, Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation, for believing in our students and helping make learning exciting, meaningful, and full of possibilities. Your generosity is transforming our classroom and giving my students the tools, confidence, and joy that will last far beyond this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1758898970551,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-building-skills-for-l/9563618/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning: Building Skills for Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miranda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10163905"},{"teacherId":6292654,"projectId":9814305,"letterContent":"We are so incredibly grateful for your generosity and support! Thanks to your donations, our Speech and Language classroom now has a brand new MacBook to enhance our lessons and therapy sessions.\r\n\r\nThis technology allows us to create engaging, interactive activities that motivate students to work on their communication goals in fun and meaningful ways. We can now seamlessly access digital speech tools, record and review student progress, and connect learning across a variety of programs—all helping our students become more confident and effective communicators.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is making a real difference for every student who walks through our door. Thank you for believing in our learners and for helping us give them the tools they need to find their voices.","fullyFundedDate":1760726775282,"projectUrl":"project/help-bring-harlem-nyc-students-into-the/9814305/","projectTitle":"Help Bring Harlem NYC Students Into the 21st Century!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Deck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6292654_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x83,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553087648144","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6292654"},{"teacherId":483421,"projectId":7805328,"letterContent":"The art room should be a bright fun place! That is just what these supplies did for us! Kids love walking into the space which is exactly what i love! The excitement is contagious and spreads around the room. Thank you for providing these supplies to our classroom for the children! It is so much easier to stay organized and describe where things go! Scissors, in the yellow basket! Glue in the red! The students now understand where to get materials from. Thank you so much for your generous support.","fullyFundedDate":1695742664975,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-brighten-the-art-room/7805328/","projectTitle":"Help Us Brighten the Art Room!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp483421_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448938274793","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ramos-art"},{"teacherId":8971913,"projectId":9026331,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the supplies for the success in STEM project. This project has impacted my classes in so many ways! I was able to use my teachers pay teachers gift card , the laminated sheets , Lysol wipes, pencils and especially the microscope slides!\r\n I was able to purchase fun and engaging end of the year science projects. My students loved these projects and learned so much about each topic. I also teach math for small group instruction and I also found great science experiments on teacher pays teachers. I also used the microscope slides with multiple slides and it's been great for the students. 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