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It was a wonderful moment that reinforced how positive choices lead to real rewards.\r\n\r\nWhen the prizes were first revealed, our students were incredibly excited and brimming with pride. Having the opportunity to choose between basketballs, footballs, and snack boxes made the recognition feel even more special. We displayed the prizes for the entire school to see, which created a sense of anticipation and motivation throughout the building. Moving forward, these prizes will continue to encourage students to make positive choices every day. Our teachers and administrators will use the system to strengthen positive behavior and improve our school's behavioral data, while also showing students and families that caring stakeholders like LOFT truly believe in their success. Your generosity is helping us build a culture where students feel valued, motivated, and proud of the choices they make.","fullyFundedDate":1772550356500,"projectUrl":"project/earning-the-win-positive-choices-power/9946862/","projectTitle":"Earning the Win: Positive Choices, Powerful Rewards!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Scarnati","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5362011_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759677045523","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5362011"},{"teacherId":8883898,"projectId":10051865,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing hoodies, snacks, tissues, and wipes, we are supporting one another's basic needs. This project helps show care, kindness, and understanding, and making sure every student in our class has what they need to feel comfortable, healthy, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nKnowing that they have items that they might not have at home at school can make their life a little easier. I know oftentimes students will be cold and they do not have a hoodie to keep them warm so having one in their locker they can keep at school makes them feel comfortable. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for supporting my classroom and this project!","fullyFundedDate":1772550355496,"projectUrl":"project/warmth-care-hunger/10051865/","projectTitle":"Warmth, Care, & Hunger","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Hara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8883898_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1670000369529","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherohara"},{"teacherId":9702939,"projectId":9821925,"letterContent":"My students and I have loved using the new materials that we were able to obtain through your generous donations. Our supplies have been getting a lot of use! The kids were so excited to open up brand new palettes of Crayola watercolor paints. Watercolor is now one of my go-to materials in the art room due to it's ease of use and cleanup, and its variety of applications. Every class in Kindergarten through sixth grade used the new paint, sharpies, sequins and brushes to create Kandinsky inspired trees. It was a huge hit! In the coming weeks we will study Shinique Smith, Van Gogh, and the still life genre. We truly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1764694107236,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-paint/9821925/","projectTitle":"Fresh Paint","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9702939_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729818086083","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/art-rox"},{"teacherId":9004465,"projectId":9066094,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited to receive the headphones that were donated! The headphones have made a huge impact during independent work time, small group rotations, and when students are using technology for learning. They help students stay focused, minimize distractions, and allow each student to learn at their own pace.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the headphones, they were eager to try them and were very thankful. Many students shared that it helped them hear directions, videos, and learning programs more clearly, which boosted their confidence while working independently.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue using the headphones to support personalized learning, especially during math and reading technology lessons. We are also teaching students how to properly care for and store the headphones so they last as long as possible.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation of headphones through DonorsChoose. Your support helps create an environment where students can focus, engage, and be successful learners every day!","fullyFundedDate":1746785467295,"projectUrl":"project/an-ear-resistible-approach-to-building-o/9066094/","projectTitle":"An Ear-Resistible Approach to Building Our Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zonghetti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9004465_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688744374591","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9004465"},{"teacherId":9004465,"projectId":9282429,"letterContent":"Our students were absolutely thrilled when they saw the snacks that were donated! For many of them, having access to a quick snack during the day helps them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. We've been able to use the snacks during longer learning blocks and as part of our positive behavior supports, which has helped keep students motivated and on track.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks first arrived, students were so excited and immediately said thank you. It also opened up great conversations about gratitude and how people in our community care about their success.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue using the snacks to support student focus during lessons and to ensure students have something to help fuel their learning throughout the day. We are also working on building responsibility and appreciation by having students help organize and manage snack supplies.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation of snacks through DonorsChoose. Your kindness directly supports our students and helps create a classroom where they can do their very best every day!","fullyFundedDate":1746785793923,"projectUrl":"project/brain-food-boost/9282429/","projectTitle":"Brain Food Boost","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zonghetti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9004465_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688744374591","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9004465"},{"teacherId":9004465,"projectId":8237377,"letterContent":"Our students have been so excited to use the new resources you helped provide! One recent classroom moment that really stood out was during small group work when students were able to independently use the new materials to stay organized and focused. It allowed them to spend more time learning and less time worrying about missing supplies. The cleaning supplies have also made a huge difference — students take pride in helping keep our classroom clean, safe, and ready for learning each day.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reactions were full of excitement and gratitude. Many immediately asked if they could help organize and set things up. It created a sense of ownership and responsibility in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nNext, students will be using these resources as we continue working on our current lessons and projects. We are focusing on building independence, collaboration, and responsibility during group work and daily classroom routines. These materials help support those goals and allow us to maximize our instructional time.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation of cleaning supplies through DonorsChoose. Your support truly makes a difference in our classroom every single day, and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness and investment in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1711032263054,"projectUrl":"project/squeaky-clean/8237377/","projectTitle":"Squeaky Clean","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zonghetti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9004465_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688744374591","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9004465"},{"teacherId":1816293,"projectId":9916248,"letterContent":"Your support made it possible to provide individualized, interactive math lessons that helped students build strong mathematical frameworks and grow in specific skill areas. In a Title I classroom where students come with a wide range of academic needs and life experiences, your donation helped ensure that every student had access to instruction designed just for them.\r\n\r\nThe Teachers Pay Teachers resources funded through this project transformed how math looked and felt in our classroom. Instead of relying on one-size-fits-all lessons, students worked with engaging activities tailored to their individual learning needs. Lessons targeted specific skills such as fractions, place value, geometry, data analysis, and problem-solving, allowing students to strengthen gaps while building confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1768439337027,"projectUrl":"project/help-close-our-math-gap/9916248/","projectTitle":"Help Close Our Math Gap!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shuhilo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1816293_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673305858845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-shuhilo"},{"teacherId":1816293,"projectId":9711717,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, \"Time for Kids.\" \"Time to Learn.\" made a powerful and lasting impact on our classroom. The Time for Kids magazines you provided became a cornerstone of learning, sparking curiosity, strengthening literacy skills, and helping students connect what they learn in school to the world around them.\r\n\r\nThe impact on student engagement was immediate. Students who were once reluctant readers became eager participants, excited to read articles, analyze photographs, and discuss headlines with their peers. The content felt relevant and meaningful, which motivated students to read more carefully and think more deeply. They asked thoughtful questions, made connections to prior learning, and confidently shared their opinions during class discussions.\r\n\r\nThe magazines also helped build a strong sense of classroom community. 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Through current, relevant science issues, students were able to see how science connects directly to their lives, their communities, and the world around them.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, science can feel abstract or disconnected from everyday experiences. The magazine changed that. It introduced topics such as environmental challenges, technological innovations, health, space exploration, and sustainability in a format that was engaging, accessible, and student-friendly. \r\n\r\nStudents who were once reluctant readers became eager to dive into articles that reflected real problems and real solutions. The magazine empowered students to think critically, form opinions based on evidence, and communicate their ideas with confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1757517523250,"projectUrl":"project/srue-need-scholastic-science-spin/9663977/","projectTitle":"SRUE: Need Scholastic Science Spin!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shuhilo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1816293_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673305858845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-shuhilo"},{"teacherId":1816293,"projectId":9621967,"letterContent":"With the materials funded through this project, math instruction transformed. Students were no longer limited to one-size-fits-all lessons. Instead, they worked with targeted resources that met them exactly where they were. Some students used hands-on activities and visual supports to build foundational skills, while others engaged in enrichment tasks that pushed their thinking deeper. This differentiation was especially powerful during math centers, where students rotated through activities designed for their individual needs, learning styles, and pacing.\r\n\r\nThe impact was immediate and measurable. Students showed increased confidence, perseverance, and willingness to take academic risks. Many who previously struggled with math anxiety began raising their hands, explaining their thinking, and celebrating growth rather than fearing mistakes.","fullyFundedDate":1757421795701,"projectUrl":"project/math-for-every-mind/9621967/","projectTitle":"Math for Every Mind!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shuhilo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1816293_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673305858845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-shuhilo"},{"teacherId":1816293,"projectId":9599702,"letterContent":"Having reliable mice has made a huge impact on how students engage with math technology. They are able to work more efficiently, navigate digital math tools with confidence, and stay focused on problem-solving rather than struggling with trackpads. This small but essential resource has helped create a smoother, more inclusive learning experience for every student in the room.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support shows our students that their learning matters. They are grateful, excited, and proud to have the tools they need to succeed. Your generosity directly supports their growth, confidence, and enthusiasm for math.","fullyFundedDate":1757423276811,"projectUrl":"project/mice-for-math/9599702/","projectTitle":"Mice for Math!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shuhilo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1816293_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673305858845","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-shuhilo"},{"teacherId":8883898,"projectId":10021654,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of snacks to our classroom. Your kindness and support truly made a difference for our students.\r\nBecause of you, our students were able to enjoy healthy and tasty snacks that helped keep them energized, focused, and ready to learn. It may seem like a small gesture, but it has a big impact on our daily classroom experience.\r\nWe are very grateful for your thoughtfulness and willingness to support our students. 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