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They couldn't wait to grab markers and start working together.\r\n\r\nThese whiteboards have already made learning more interactive and joyful, and students are noticeably more confident explaining their strategies to others. As we continue diving into our current math units, the whiteboards will be the center of our collaborative problem-solving time. Students will keep using them to test ideas, take risks, revise their thinking, and build strong mathematical reasoning through teamwork. I never would have been able to afford these boards on my own, so having this project funded has been an absolute game-changer. My students are learning more deeply—and having so much fun doing it—because of your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1758054545751,"projectUrl":"project/thinking-on-our-feet-and-walls/9453445/","projectTitle":"Thinking on Our Feet (and Walls!)","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9065019_orig.jpg?crop=342,342,x54,y243&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756603737689","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9065019"},{"teacherId":9065019,"projectId":9453695,"letterContent":"These new resources have truly transformed the way my classroom runs and have empowered my students to take ownership of their learning environment. From the first day the materials arrived, my students were buzzing with excitement—especially over the new pencil sharpener, which they treated like a high-tech gadget. The microfiber cloths, baskets, notepads, and Expo markers have helped us stay organized and prepared, and the little floor vacuum has become a class favorite. Now, when a spill or mess happens, students don't wait for an adult—they jump up, grab the vacuum or a cloth, and take care of it themselves. It has been amazing to watch them take pride in keeping our space clean and ready for learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of these supplies, our daily routines run more smoothly and our classroom feels calm, orderly, and student-centered. Students can easily find the materials they need, manage their own clean-up, and transition between activities with confidence. As we continue working on our current projects—like our ongoing writing notebooks and small-group reading lessons—the students are using these tools every day to stay organized and engaged. Your generosity has not only supported our classroom now, but has also helped build lifelong habits of responsibility, independence, and teamwork. Thank you for giving my students a learning environment they are proud of.","fullyFundedDate":1757423389789,"projectUrl":"project/sharp-minds-clean-spaces-and-big-celeb/9453695/","projectTitle":"Sharp Minds, Clean Spaces, and Big Celebrations!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9065019_orig.jpg?crop=342,342,x54,y243&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756603737689","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9065019"},{"teacherId":9065019,"projectId":9212021,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, I was able to add wonderful new books to our classroom library, which means we can run more engaging book groups this year! Book groups are one of my favorite parts of teaching and quickly become one of my students' favorite parts of the day. They give students the chance to practice skills like summarizing, asking questions, discussing themes, and supporting their ideas with evidence—all while building a genuine love of reading.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading often looks like small groups gathered together, books in hand, leaning in and talking excitedly about what just happened in the story. These moments are filled with collaboration, laughter, and those wonderful \"aha!\" moments when students make connections or see something in a new way.\r\n\r\nMy students are already buzzing with excitement as I organize our book groups for this year. A few have even been asking me which book they'll get to read first! I know that these new titles will not only challenge them as readers but also give them stories and characters they'll carry with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1745877773041,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-4th-grade-bookworms/9212021/","projectTitle":"Fueling 4th Grade Bookworms!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9065019_orig.jpg?crop=342,342,x54,y243&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756603737689","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9065019"},{"teacherId":9065019,"projectId":9293619,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are fully equipped with the tools they need to grow as writers and thinkers this year. The notebooks are being used as our dedicated writing journals, where students draft stories, essays, and reflections. Since my emphasis this year is on creating stronger writers, these journals have quickly become a place where students feel free to explore ideas and practice the important skill of writing in multiple paragraphs—a big jump in 4th grade.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were so excited. The markers—especially the skin-toned markers—have been a huge hit, giving students a way to add personal touches and representation to their illustrations and projects. The dry erase markers have made our daily practice activities more interactive, letting us brainstorm, revise, and share ideas quickly.\r\n\r\nOne favorite classroom moment came when we wrote personal narratives. My students filled their notebooks with stories from their own lives and then used the markers to add illustrations that reflected their unique identities. Their pride in seeing their voices and stories come alive on the page was amazing.\r\n\r\nThe next step for us is moving into opinion and informational writing, where we'll continue building stamina and confidence in multi-paragraph writing. With these resources, my students are not only learning to write better—they are learning to see themselves as real authors.","fullyFundedDate":1746785398869,"projectUrl":"project/notebook-pages-and-marker-magic-for-lear/9293619/","projectTitle":"Notebook Pages and Marker Magic for Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9065019_orig.jpg?crop=342,342,x54,y243&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756603737689","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9065019"},{"teacherId":9065019,"projectId":9293686,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, I was able to bring counting collections into my classroom this year—a practice I learned about in a professional development class and was eager to implement. The materials you helped provide gave us the variety and large quantities we needed to make this possible for upper grade students.\r\n\r\nWe used the counting collections for the very first time last week, and my students absolutely loved it. Their excitement was contagious—they dove right in, worked together, and were so engaged that they've been asking me ever since when we get to do it again. One group even came up with multiple strategies to count efficiently and proudly shared their process with the class. Watching them collaborate, explain their reasoning, and build confidence in their math skills was such a powerful moment.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, my students now have access to hands-on math learning that challenges them to think critically and work creatively. Our next steps will be to continue using these collections regularly, exploring not only counting but also grouping, multiplication, division, and place value. These materials will keep supporting my students' math growth all year long—and for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1746785662450,"projectUrl":"project/counting-on-success-building-math-minds/9293686/","projectTitle":"Counting on Success: Building Math Minds with Collections!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9065019_orig.jpg?crop=342,342,x54,y243&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756603737689","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9065019"},{"teacherId":9065019,"projectId":9339538,"letterContent":"When it comes to books, I'm the kind of reader who always has a highlighter in hand. I love being able to mark powerful ideas, underline strategies, and jot notes in the margins so I can return to them again and again. Because of your generosity, I finally have my own copies of these teacher development books—ones I had my eye on for a while but held off on buying. Now, I can dig in fully, mark them up, and truly make them my own.\r\n\r\nAlready, I've started reading and have learned so many new strategies that I've been able to implement in my classroom right away. These texts focus on building stronger relationships with students, creating engaging lessons, and fostering a positive classroom community—skills that make a lasting difference for kids.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments so far came when I applied a strategy I learned about student choice and ownership. I gave my students the opportunity to select how they wanted to show their understanding of a reading passage, and the room came alive. Some students chose to sketch, some wrote summaries, and others shared through discussion. The energy and engagement were incredible, and students who are usually more hesitant to participate really shined.\r\n\r\nThis project has elevated my teaching by giving me tools I can return to daily. Thank you for investing in my growth as a teacher and, more importantly, in the success and joy of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1752064022237,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-growth-mindset-through-develo/9339538/","projectTitle":"Building a Growth Mindset Through Development Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9065019_orig.jpg?crop=342,342,x54,y243&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756603737689","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9065019"},{"teacherId":5829824,"projectId":8556613,"letterContent":"On behalf of our second grade class at Vineyard Elementary, we want to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation of creative supplies. Your thoughtful contribution of play dough, art supplies and STEM resources will directly enhance our students' artistic exploration and learning experiences in the classroom. We are especially excited to see student creativity come to life in their artwork and science lessons, fostering creativity and self-expression.\r\nYour support means so much to our school community, and we are deeply appreciative of your commitment to enriching our students' education. We are confident these supplies will inspire countless imaginative projects and help our students flourish. 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We are enjoying both of these literacy extension tools on a daily and weekly basis.\r\n\r\nThe Yoto players have brought an additional way to engage with books, helping students improve their listening skills, develop a love for reading, and build their confidence in literacy. My students have mentioned how they are able to see the words in their books and know how to pronounce them correctly. For my struggling readers, they are now able to read along as they listen to many of the books that their peers are reading rather than feeling left behind.\r\n\r\nThe Scholastic News subscriptions have given my students new background knowledge on many different subjects. They are becoming more informed and curious about the world around them. The articles and activities have helped my students engage in meaningful conversations. \r\n\r\nThanks for your help with enabling my students to gain skills and experiences that will go beyond this second grade year.","fullyFundedDate":1723613030308,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-engagement-tools/8634674/","projectTitle":"Literacy Engagement Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5543144_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537321249593","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5543144"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_42894","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":713,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":21,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":64,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":22,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":75.5,"schoolId":42894,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Vineyard Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Vineyard Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/utah/alpine-school-district/vineyard-elementary-school/42894"}