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This time is quiet and focused, which is an important opportunity in a fast-paced electronic era where students can easily be overstimulated. Having books available that peak student interest is vital to these reading days. I have students that are on their way to finishing complete series already!\r\n\r\nYour donation sparked curiosity and confidence in many readers.","fullyFundedDate":1755699652437,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-diverse-library/9505881/","projectTitle":"Building a Diverse Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allred","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7095369_orig.jpg?crop=322,322,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752273514620","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7095369"},{"teacherId":3775873,"projectId":9633831,"letterContent":"Today, we held our annual student talent show, and the event ran so smoothly. In previous years, we struggled with backstage logistics because we didn't have enough microphone stands. We wasted valuable time between acts adjusting the microphone stand to fit each performer's unique needs. Thanks to your generous donation, we now have multiple microphone stands. This allowed us to quickly transition between acts, as we could set up for the next group while another was on stage. These small things help students feel important and valued, and I am so grateful to be able to provide that for them.","fullyFundedDate":1756140950455,"projectUrl":"project/microphone-stands-for-the-auditorium-us/9633831/","projectTitle":"Microphone Stands for the Auditorium. 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She absolutely owned the stage, dancing and singing with an electric energy that wouldn't have been possible without your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1755713672391,"projectUrl":"project/microphones-for-musical-theatre/9528283/","projectTitle":"Microphones for Musical Theatre","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Noyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3775873_orig.jpg?crop=600,600,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643125324527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shms-musicaltheater"},{"teacherId":2386980,"projectId":9495174,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom with your generous grant. The regulation tools—fidgets and sensory objects—you provided have made a meaningful difference for my special education students at South Hills Middle School.\r\n\r\nWe use these resources daily as part of our classroom routine. Students now have the opportunity to choose from a variety of fidgets and sensory items—such as putty, textured objects, or movement-based tools—so that each student can discover what works best for their specific needs. This individualized approach has helped students focus and manage their emotions throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these tools will continue to support our work on self-regulation and executive functioning skills. We continue to work with students to enhance their self-awareness and empower them to advocate for their needs in any classroom setting.\r\n\r\nThank you again for giving my students the resources they need to thrive. Your support is helping us create an inclusive, supportive environment where every learner can succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1755692674001,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-regulation-fidgets-to-support/9495174/","projectTitle":"Tools for Regulation: Fidgets to Support Inclusive Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bryson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2386980_orig.jpg?crop=300,300,x296,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627180842992","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missdressen"},{"teacherId":6640034,"projectId":9542300,"letterContent":"Students in middle school sometimes struggle to \"like\" math...or math class. Making math engaging is sometimes a tall order...an an expensive one. Still, it's my desire to do all I can to make math something all students enjoy at least by the end of the school year.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped me create a classroom that students want to walk in to. They knwo when they enter Mr. Larson's math class, something enjoyable is going to happen. I could not do this on my own; it simply costs too much.\r\n\r\nYour donation is truly changing students' minds and lives. They are enjoying learning the tool of math, and you have made it possible. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1755717133473,"projectUrl":"project/making-math-fun/9542300/","projectTitle":"Making Math Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Larson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6640034_orig.jpg?crop=1233,1233,x0,y102&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565628546908","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6640034"},{"teacherId":6566884,"projectId":9503619,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Donors Choose project, \"Regulate to Educate.\" Your generosity brought our classroom a wonderful collection of sensory items—peanut balls, wiggle feet, puzzles, sequin pillowcases, sensory lights, sensory sand and dough, fidget toys, games, and social-emotional learning tools.\r\n\r\nThese resources are already making a difference for my students. They help students self-regulate, focus, and feel comfortable in our classroom, which allows them to be ready to learn and participate fully. Seeing their excitement and engagement when using these items has been incredible. Your support is helping create a classroom environment where every child can succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in the well-being and education of our students!","fullyFundedDate":1755700750186,"projectUrl":"project/regulate-to-educate-a-sensory-room-for/9503619/","projectTitle":"Regulate to Educate: a Sensory Room for Students With Disabilities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kristan's Class","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6566884_orig.jpg?crop=2419,2419,x312,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753816223108","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6566884"},{"teacherId":7095369,"projectId":9457776,"letterContent":"The new books have completely transformed our classroom library and made reading time something students look forward to doing whenever they get the chance. With these new titles, I'm able to introduce lessons on making inferences, identifying themes, analyzing character development, and even exploring different writing styles. Having a wide variety of genres and voices also gives my students the chance to find their perfect books, which allows them to build both confidence and independence as readers. Instead of reading feeling like an assignment, it's becoming a skill they're excited to strengthen and I can't wait to witness the growth!\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is not just quiet time, it is book talks, peer recommendations, and lively discussions where students compare plots and characters. A few students who used to \"fake read\" are now genuinely engaged because they finally found books that match their interests (hooray for graphic novels). Avid readers are so excited to see full series available to them on the shelves. Your donation turned our shelves into opportunities, and my students are grabbing them with both hands. We are so excited about our new and growing classroom library!","fullyFundedDate":1752536113470,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-full-shelves-a-library-for/9457776/","projectTitle":"First Year. Full Shelves. a Library for Every Reader.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allred","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7095369_orig.jpg?crop=322,322,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752273514620","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7095369"},{"teacherId":2386980,"projectId":8508211,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Classroom Care Cupboard for Kids with Disabilities. The resources you provided are being used daily to help students meet their sensory and personal needs, allowing them to focus on learning and feel comfortable in our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nOne specific moment stands out: when we first opened the cupboard together, my students' faces lit up with excitement and relief. Several students immediately recognized items they needed, such as fidget tools or personal care supplies, and commented, \"Now I don't have to worry if I forget something!\" It was clear these resources made them feel seen and supported.\r\n\r\nCurrently, we're working on a self-advocacy lesson where students practice identifying and communicating their needs. The Care Cupboard gives real-world opportunities to request items respectfully and independently. Next, we'll build on this by setting personal goals for self-care and responsibility, using the cupboard as a resource for growth.\r\nThank you for supporting our Classroom Care Cupboard for Kids with Disabilities. The resources you provided are being used daily to help students meet their sensory and personal needs, allowing them to focus on learning and feel comfortable in our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nSeveral students immediately recognized items they needed, such as fidget tools or personal care supplies. It was clear these resources made them feel seen and supported.\r\n\r\nCurrently, we're working on a self-advocacy lesson where students practice identifying and communicating their needs. The Care Cupboard gives real-world opportunities to request items respectfully and independently. Next, we'll build on this by setting personal goals for self-care and responsibility, using the cupboard as a resource for growth.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in our classroom! Your support has helped create a more inclusive, caring space for every learner.\r\nThank you for making a difference in our classroom! 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