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Thank you for your support and supporting the students that will impact our society of tomorrow.","fullyFundedDate":1758294067601,"projectUrl":"project/read-and-summarize-with-nonfiction/9679859/","projectTitle":"Read and Summarize with Nonfiction","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodgers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3311203_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448494536018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melissa-rodgers"},{"teacherId":6562119,"projectId":9443292,"letterContent":"thank you for donating the noise reducing headphones and other sensory tools for our students. They have free access to them, and it really helps the sensitive students participate better. They are more regulated and now have free hands to hold an instrument instead of trying to cover their ears.\r\n\r\nMy students have also been enjoying the various breathing posters in the rest area. I vary them once in a while. It makes me smile when I see them breathing and then returning back to class faster.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1751705750586,"projectUrl":"project/calming-tools-for-the-music-rest-area/9443292/","projectTitle":"Calming Tools For The Music Rest Area","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ockenfels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6562119_orig.jpg?crop=1628,1628,x0,y5&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751474401775","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6562119"},{"teacherId":10024376,"projectId":9330484,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are exploring and creating with brand-new materials that make learning hands-on and exciting. Recently, they got to design fruit kababs for their math unit and it was amazing to see their creativity and curiosity come alive.\r\n\r\nWhen they first saw the materials, their eyes lit up! Many couldn't wait to dive in and start exploring, which made the classroom buzz with energy. Your support truly sparked their excitement for learning.\r\n\r\nWith your help, they're not just using materials—they're discovering, experimenting, and growing in ways that wouldn't be possible without you.","fullyFundedDate":1747952193812,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-classroom-essentials/9330484/","projectTitle":"First Year Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Colglazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10024376_orig.jpg?crop=1365,1366,x0,y550&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747091288796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10024376"},{"teacherId":9526919,"projectId":9132675,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for funding my project and providing our classroom with sensory and calming tools. These resources have already had such an amazing impact on my students, especially those who have experienced adverse childhood experiences. Every child deserves a safe space where they feel supported, understood, and ready to learn, and your generosity has helped us create just that.\r\n\r\nWith the tools you provided, such as Rainbow Liquid Sensory Viewers and Squeeze and Stretchy tools, they help foster a calm, nurturing space where every student can feel secure and ready to learn. For some children, school is the one place where they can count on consistency and care, and having access to calming materials allows them to feel secure and valued. These tools are not just \"extras\" — they are essential pieces that help students develop the social and emotional skills they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond.\r\n\r\nBy supporting this project, you have not only impacted their education but also their futures. The safe environment you've helped me build lays the foundation for my students to become successful learners today, and eventually, successful citizens in our world tomorrow. I cannot thank you enough for believing in my students and giving them the tools they need to thrive. Your kindness will have a lasting ripple effect in their lives. 💛","fullyFundedDate":1747069432326,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-learners-tools-for-suc/9132675/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Learners: Tools for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9526919_orig.jpg?crop=3000,3000,x0,y320&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715228614401","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9526919"},{"teacherId":9526919,"projectId":9350112,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for your generosity in providing our classroom with new manipulatives. These hands-on tools have already made such an amazing impact on my students! They are more engaged, excited, and confident in their learning as they explore math, problem-solving, and teamwork through play. As said before, Learning games and manipulatives encourage active learning and engagement, making learning more enjoyable and memorable. The manipulatives have turned abstract concepts into something real and fun, and I can already see their curiosity and understanding growing every day. Your support has truly made a difference in our classroom — thank you! 💛","fullyFundedDate":1747281702641,"projectUrl":"project/motivating-students-with-manipulatives/9350112/","projectTitle":"Motivating Students With Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9526919_orig.jpg?crop=3000,3000,x0,y320&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715228614401","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9526919"},{"teacherId":3311203,"projectId":9454528,"letterContent":"Thank you for you gracious donations for my students. Your donations enabled my students to have hand sanitizer at every intervention station as well as by each to two box. Your are donation also provided my entire intervention staff and I with Clorox wipes that help us keep our tables, chairs, and intervention materials germ-free. \r\n\r\nWhen we started intervention with these materials the students were so excited to have hand sanitizer readily available. They were also so excited to have new, big hand sanitizer bottles next to the tissues as our old ones were small and The pumps were not working well. My paraprofessionals were so happy to have Clorox wipes because they were able to deeply clean after each intervention group instead of just wiping down the tables at the end of the day. \r\n\r\nFor our next steps we would like to be able to keep our testing materials clean with the Clorox wipes as it comes up in December and next year in May. When you have to test the entire kindergarten through 6th grade, having Clorox wipes is so helpful. Knowing that we can contribute by keeping our students safe from germs and healthy makes each and every day more of a joy to my intervention team and the students. \r\n\r\nThank you!!!","fullyFundedDate":1755710760556,"projectUrl":"project/blasting-off-into-a-healthy-and-clean-sc/9454528/","projectTitle":"Blasting Off into a Healthy and Clean School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodgers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3311203_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448494536018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melissa-rodgers"},{"teacherId":8421163,"projectId":7926712,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom PBIS program! Your generous donation helped fill our treasure box with fun and motivating prizes that my students absolutely love.\r\n\r\nThese rewards have made a big difference in encouraging positive behavior and building a joyful classroom environment. The excitement on their faces when they earn a trip to the treasure box says it all!\r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your support in helping create a classroom where students feel celebrated and motivated to do their best.","fullyFundedDate":1697057058793,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-welchs-class-rocks/7926712/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Welch's Class R.O.C.K.S","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Welch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8421163_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y574&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650644139479","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8421163"},{"teacherId":8421163,"projectId":7531445,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project, it has made a huge impact on literacy in my classroom. My students used this center constantly throughout the year! The Bananagrams, play dough, and stamp kits gave them hands-on, engaging activities that supported their learning without requiring hours of prep on my part.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, I could simply update the word list each week and spend my time where it matters most, working closely with my small groups.\r\n\r\nThanks for all of your support,\r\nErica Welch","fullyFundedDate":1694443771003,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-love-of-literacy/7531445/","projectTitle":"For the Love of Literacy!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Welch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8421163_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y574&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650644139479","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8421163"},{"teacherId":4448609,"projectId":8156557,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom is now filled with energy, focus, and movement—in the best possible way! The wobble seats you helped fund have completely transformed how my students learn each day.\r\n\r\nThese flexible seating options allow students to move while staying seated, helping them release excess energy and improve their focus during lessons. I've noticed a clear difference in their ability to stay engaged during reading, writing, and group activities. Some students who previously struggled to sit still are now able to participate more confidently and comfortably.\r\n\r\nBeyond the academic benefits, these wobble seats have given my students a greater sense of choice and control over their learning environment. They feel seen, valued, and supported—and that's something your donation made possible.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of movement and for making our classroom a more inclusive and dynamic place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1715280116879,"projectUrl":"project/even-more-wiggles/8156557/","projectTitle":"Even More Wiggles!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kohn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4448609_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1494096122884","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrkohnaz"},{"teacherId":7233024,"projectId":9134244,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom is full of excitement, discovery, and a growing love for reading! The new books you helped provide have opened so many doors for my students — not just for enjoyment, but for learning critical skills like making predictions, identifying themes, building vocabulary, and asking deep, thoughtful questions about what they read.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is an active, lively experience. Students partner up for discussions, participate in small-group book talks, and share their favorite parts with the class. We focus on reading strategies like visualizing, summarizing, and making connections to real life, which these new books have helped make much more accessible and fun.\r\n\r\nOne student, in particular, has truly blossomed since we added these new books to our library. Once a reluctant reader, he now races to grab a favorite graphic novel and often asks to read just one more chapter before moving on. Moments like these are exactly why your support means so much — you're helping students build not only their skills but a genuine, lasting love for reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1742926267052,"projectUrl":"project/inspire-the-love-of-reading/9134244/","projectTitle":"Inspire the Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kessler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7233024_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y140&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1622165825309","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7233024"},{"teacherId":7233024,"projectId":8521266,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support!\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, our classroom has been transformed into a more organized, calm, and productive learning space. The new organizational tools have made a huge difference in our daily routines. When my students first saw everything—labeled bins, storage carts, and new shelving—they were amazed. One student walked in and said, \"Whoa, it's like a whole new room!\" Another asked if we were \"on a makeover show!\" It was such a fun and heartwarming moment.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the materials to keep our supplies, books, and learning stations tidy and accessible. This has given students more independence and ownership over their space. A specific moment that stood out was when a student who usually struggles with transitions between activities finished cleaning up early and said, \"This is way easier now. I actually know where everything goes!\"\r\n\r\nRight now, we're working on building routines around responsibility and time management. The organizational systems you helped provide have become an important part of that. Our next step is using student-created labels and checklists so they can take even more ownership over keeping our space clean and efficient.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just give us storage—it gave us structure, focus, and peace of mind. Thank you for investing in our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1723675695345,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-organization-to-promote-focus/8521266/","projectTitle":"Classroom Organization to Promote Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kessler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7233024_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y140&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1622165825309","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7233024"},{"teacherId":3311211,"projectId":8465814,"letterContent":"My students are using your resources during our testing time. For example, the testing folders help them stay focused on completing their quizzes and tests. \r\nMy students smiled while choosing their favorite color chair bags and keeping some of their school supplies stored there. Also, they enjoy getting the little treasure box rewards and scented stickers for a job well done in small group work or in class. This has motivated them to continue behaving well in class and excelling in academics. This is all due to your great support. 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