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Your generosity didn't just provide seating; it created an environment where students feel supported, motivated, and ready to do their best.","fullyFundedDate":1733278680076,"projectUrl":"project/writing-in-style/8594478/","projectTitle":"Writing in Style","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8562260_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660087897457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kinder-lee"},{"teacherId":8562260,"projectId":9991635,"letterContent":"The headphones made a tremendous difference during testing by helping students stay focused, calm, and free from distractions. With outside noise minimized, they were able to concentrate more deeply, work confidently at their own pace, and show their true abilities. The headphones also helped reduce anxiety for those who are easily overwhelmed by classroom sounds, allowing them to perform at their best. 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Your generosity has given them opportunities they wouldn't otherwise have, and it's incredible to see how much they've grown because of it.","fullyFundedDate":1741747032747,"projectUrl":"project/stem-and-literacy-for-the-win/9081588/","projectTitle":"Stem and Literacy for the WIN!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8562260_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660087897457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kinder-lee"},{"teacherId":8562260,"projectId":9470418,"letterContent":"My students absolutely light up when they get to use the STEM materials you've helped provide. These tools have transformed our classroom into a place where curiosity leads the way and every child feels empowered to experiment, build, and discover. Whether they're designing simple machines or working together to solve challenges, the joy and confidence they show is unmistakable. Your generosity has given them opportunities they wouldn't otherwise have, and it's incredible to see how much they've grown because of it.","fullyFundedDate":1754399829095,"projectUrl":"project/stem-tastic-in-kindergarten/9470418/","projectTitle":"STEM-Tastic in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8562260_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660087897457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kinder-lee"},{"teacherId":8562260,"projectId":8241182,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the new lap top. This laptop has been used for NWEA testing, ESGI testing, and STAR testing. This laptop has tested approximately 17 students and used appr. 170 times this past year. \r\n\r\nMy students are excited when they can use this laptop because it is fast and it doesn't quit in the middle of testing. They love it because it is new and works well. \r\n\r\nI have students that this laptop has been a great accommodation for. It is touch screen so students that are not as efficient in fine motor can use the touch screen feature. I believe this feature in itself has helped when students have to test. \r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1714949575204,"projectUrl":"project/the-new-wave-of-technology/8241182/","projectTitle":"The New Wave of Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8562260_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660087897457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kinder-lee"},{"teacherId":8562260,"projectId":8508434,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the reading stools for my classroom! My kindergarten students absolutely love having a special place to sit while they read. The stools have made our reading time more comfortable, inviting, and engaging, and they encourage students to look forward to independent reading each day. Your kindness has helped create a cozy learning environment where my students can grow as readers. Thank you for investing in our classroom and making a difference in their education!","fullyFundedDate":1731029306421,"projectUrl":"project/reading-in-style-and-comfort/8508434/","projectTitle":"Reading in Style and Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8562260_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660087897457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kinder-lee"},{"teacherId":8562260,"projectId":8535553,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the laminator to my classroom! It has quickly become one of the most-used tools in our room. I use it almost every day to create durable learning materials, literacy and math centers, visual aids, games, and classroom resources that my kindergarten students use throughout the year. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on my students' learning, and I truly appreciate your support of our classroom. Thank you for helping make learning more engaging and meaningful!","fullyFundedDate":1726267429498,"projectUrl":"project/save-our-projects/8535553/","projectTitle":"Save Our Projects!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8562260_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660087897457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kinder-lee"},{"teacherId":8971597,"projectId":9944688,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to my students and classroom.\r\nWe have enjoyed having the extra things in classroom to make our reading and learning times more enjoyable.\r\nThank you again for helping my students to have a comfortable safe place to learn and grow. These students have made tremendous gains this school year. Your contribution has helped with this so much.\r\nWe are excited to be finishing up our school year. We are well on our way to being amazing second graders. The knowledge and growth we have made this year will continue into our school career.","fullyFundedDate":1767662201065,"projectUrl":"project/spark-up-our-classroom-with-new-supplies/9944688/","projectTitle":"Spark Up Our Classroom With New Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. HUNTLEY","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8971597_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720465898394","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8971597"},{"teacherId":8971597,"projectId":9932719,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to my students and classroom.\r\nWe have enjoyed having the extra things in classroom to make our reading and learning times more enjoyable.\r\nThank you again for helping my students to have a comfortable safe place to learn and grow. These students have made tremendous gains this school year. Your contribution has helped with this so much.\r\nWe are excited to be finishing up our school year. We are well on our way to being amazing second graders. The knowledge and growth we have made this year will continue into our school career.","fullyFundedDate":1766429141221,"projectUrl":"project/growing-awesome-readers/9932719/","projectTitle":"Growing Awesome Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. HUNTLEY","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8971597_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720465898394","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8971597"},{"teacherId":8971597,"projectId":9576226,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to my students and classroom.\r\nWe have enjoyed having the extra things in classroom to make our reading and learning times more enjoyable.\r\nThank you again for helping my students to have a comfortable safe place to learn and grow. These students have made tremendous gains this school year. Your contribution has helped with this so much.\r\nWe are excited to be finishing up our school year. We are well on our way to being amazing second graders. The knowledge and growth we have made this year will continue into our school career.","fullyFundedDate":1763518982868,"projectUrl":"project/amazing-seating-for-learning/9576226/","projectTitle":"Amazing Seating for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. HUNTLEY","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8971597_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720465898394","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8971597"},{"teacherId":8625410,"projectId":8425627,"letterContent":"These iPads are used on a daily basis in my special education classroom. We use them to communicate, take required assessments, and play a variety of learning games. They are also sometimes used as a reward when they complete their work. We have also practiced using the iPads to take pictures/videos.\r\n\r\nThe students love having a variety of options to complete a given task.\r\n\r\nOne of my students uses one of these iPads as a communication device when his is broken not charged. This allows him to communicate his wants or needs.","fullyFundedDate":1726267429602,"projectUrl":"project/ipads-in-the-special-education-classroom/8425627/","projectTitle":"iPads in the Special Education Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8625410"},{"teacherId":8625410,"projectId":9119124,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my Special Education classroom! The Tonie box has been used a ton. I have one student in particular that comes to my room everyday and immediately goes straight the the Tonie Box. We have even brought our Tonie Box with us on a field trip. We have even used this item to help students communicate with us more using their voice or their AAC device. These items are used on a daily basis and we keep adding out our collection. I am forever grateful for your donation and I know that my students appreciate it too.","fullyFundedDate":1746455967121,"projectUrl":"project/read-alouds-in-the-special-education-cla/9119124/","projectTitle":"Read Alouds in the Special Education Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8625410"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_70931","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":243,"numTeachers":1,"percentFrplEligible":79,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":43,"percentIndigenous":47,"percentLatinx":0,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":7,"gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"243.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":79.4,"schoolId":70931,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about St Ignace Elementary Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"St Ignace Elementary Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/michigan/st-ignace-area-school-district/st-ignace-area-middle-school/70931"}