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By having the students do warm-ups every day in the same notebook they keep their notes in a central location and I am able to easily stamp them and ensure they were completed, as well as keep track of who is struggling to complete them, being able to intervene and support those students earlier before they fall too far behind.\r\n\r\nWhile notebooks and colored pencils seem like a simple thing, it makes a big difference to be able to provide it for the students and give them a choice, so thank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1758217954721,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/9649869/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tritt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9338100_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y88&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697831110309","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrtritt"},{"teacherId":9338100,"projectId":9582210,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my students. Every Friday, the kids earn time to have a \"fun Friday\" to give them a bit of a break from the routine. Before this project, that was mostly playing games in class or watching movies. Now they have a new favorite activity, going outside. The students group up with their friends and throw the football around or play a bit of volleyball. 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They had fun doing hands on exploration and we even took it a step further at the students request.\r\nWe have a pond at our school that is home to two turtles, the students decided to collect and test the water for the pond as well as plate samples to determine the kind of bacteria that was in there.\r\nThis is also benefitting the students outside of my direct class, as the 6th graders on campus learn to use microscopes by looking at the pond water and they will now be able to explore other aspects of the environment with the tools from this kit.","fullyFundedDate":1758146714813,"projectUrl":"project/watershed-exploration/9649920/","projectTitle":"Watershed Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Tritt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9338100_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y88&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697831110309","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrtritt"},{"teacherId":8926669,"projectId":9522528,"letterContent":"This has been a fun project to receive. Students will be careful not to cut their fingers, but they love the opportunity to try this hands-on lesson on carved linoleum printing. These are really basic concepts in printing, creating a form, using ink to transfer an image, and seeing that the process is repeatable. This leads us to the revolutionary impact of printing in early China, and then in Renaissance Europe. \r\nThis isn't an easy task, and we have used quite a few band aids in the learning curve of how to handle the carving knives on linoleum. However, these students really take pride in being able to create messages again and again with movable type letters that they have carved, inked and printed.\r\nThis was made possible by your generous contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1759434447087,"projectUrl":"project/history-of-the-printed-word/9522528/","projectTitle":"History of the Printed Word","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fields","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8926669_orig.jpg?crop=467,467,x182,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683203180404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8926669"},{"teacherId":8926669,"projectId":9692880,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations. The students are so excited to explore these learning materials. When they walk into class and see the microscopes set up, they go out of their way to look. These stir conversations about, \"what is that?\" and \"why does it look like that?\" or \"I didn't realize that would look like that!\" The moon on the wall ties into various lessons on lunar events and lunar new year. We don't turn it on every day, but when we do, it adds a little more of a big-picture feel to a room that strives to understand the world and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1758217954951,"projectUrl":"project/microscope-slides-to-explore-a-small-wor/9692880/","projectTitle":"Microscope Slides to Explore a Small World","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fields","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8926669_orig.jpg?crop=467,467,x182,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683203180404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8926669"},{"teacherId":4690418,"projectId":9481691,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our classroom project! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to fun and meaningful prizes like water bottles, treats, and small toys that help celebrate their positive choices and behavior.\r\n\r\nAlready, I've seen a shift in the classroom. Students are more motivated to stay on task, encourage one another, and make responsible choices. They light up when they earn a prize, not just because of the item itself, but because it represents their effort and growth. These rewards are helping build a positive classroom culture where students feel recognized, encouraged, and proud of themselves.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is making a real difference every single day. Thank you for believing in my students and giving them this extra spark of motivation to keep striving toward their best selves.","fullyFundedDate":1758852833272,"projectUrl":"project/you-get-a-gold-star-you-get-a-gold-star/9481691/","projectTitle":"You Get a Gold Star! 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Keeping our students healthier means they learn more, and you have helped us maintain that goal.","fullyFundedDate":1750506699904,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-fight-allergens-with-cl/9206085/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Fight Allergens With Cleaner Air","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fields","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8926669_orig.jpg?crop=467,467,x182,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683203180404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8926669"},{"teacherId":8926669,"projectId":9176149,"letterContent":"This project has been a lot of fun. While many students have tried to make paper airplanes before, few have any idea what they are doing. These paper airplane instruction books, models and origami paper have made the classroom a fun and inventive environment. Students are trying new designs and having fun throwing them across the room and across the parking lot. \"How far did yours go?\" \"Let's try this again outside.\" These are great examples of student-driven inquiry that is infectious. We look forward to using these designs and resources over and over again. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1744033028570,"projectUrl":"project/airplanes-are-awesome/9176149/","projectTitle":"Airplanes Are Awesome!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fields","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8926669_orig.jpg?crop=467,467,x182,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683203180404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8926669"},{"teacherId":8926669,"projectId":9132332,"letterContent":"Your generosity is so appreciated! This hygiene station is a regular stop for some of my students that want to look and feel their best. At first, students are curious when they see the signage that says, \"Take what you need.\" A few of them ask if they can take things. After a while, students become familiar that it is a resource they don't need to ask about. I check it once or twice a week and restock from the cupboard. Edge brushes and afro combs go fast. Deodorant and sanitizer are the next most popular. The soap, toothpicks and hair ties are less common, but when you need it, you really need it! Many students thank me for having this resource. I tell them it was donated from Donors Choose. We thank you for making it possible to have these things available to my students.","fullyFundedDate":1741758765983,"projectUrl":"project/clean-kids-are-confident-kids/9132332/","projectTitle":"Clean Kids Are Confident Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fields","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8926669_orig.jpg?crop=467,467,x182,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683203180404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8926669"},{"teacherId":8926669,"projectId":9112445,"letterContent":"Thank you so much! Our study of Africa spans millions of years, starting with the movement of tectonic plates. The Pangaea cutter and placemat set have allowed the students to cut the shapes of continents from Clay and move them around. This is a wonderful hands-on activity that brings the lessons to life. This project also included some wonderful books that are vibrant and engaging. Our unit also discusses the caravans of camels crossing the Sahara desert. Thank you for helping to bring a small herd of camels into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1747212260525,"projectUrl":"project/across-the-sahara-to-west-africa/9112445/","projectTitle":"Across the Sahara to West Africa","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fields","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8926669_orig.jpg?crop=467,467,x182,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683203180404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8926669"},{"teacherId":8926669,"projectId":8917364,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping to fund this growing project! This will impact both my seventh and sixth grade students as they learn about the agriculture of our past. The students were very excited to see that they would be able to put hands-on these items, getting their hands dirty and growing actual plants.\r\nThe acrylic models are especially interesting as students make the connection between a seed and the plant that comes from it. Seeing all stages that once is fascinating. The microscope slides have enhanced our unit on MesoAmerica as we talk about the importance of corn in the development of the Aztec and Mayan cultures. We are grateful to you for bringing these supplies into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1740527191809,"projectUrl":"project/where-does-corn-grow-best/8917364/","projectTitle":"Where Does Corn Grow Best?","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Fields","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8926669_orig.jpg?crop=467,467,x182,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683203180404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8926669"},{"teacherId":8710909,"projectId":9208405,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, I was able to create a simple but powerful vocabulary intervention system for students who need extra support. Using the flashcards, binder clips, and other supplies you helped fund, I've put together personalized sets of vocabulary flashcards that students can use during intervention time. Since vocabulary is such a foundational part of success in language learning, having these tailored tools has made it easier to target gaps and reinforce understanding in a hands-on, low-pressure way.\r\n\r\nWhen I first introduced the flashcards, students were surprisingly excited. For some, it was the first time vocabulary practice felt manageable — even empowering. They liked being able to physically move cards around, quiz themselves, and track which words they'd mastered. One student even asked if she could take her cards home to study more on her own, which was a huge win!\r\n\r\nCurrently, students are working through their personalized sets while we focus on key thematic units like greetings, weather, and classroom phrases. I rotate in new words based on quiz results and class discussions, so the intervention stays fresh and relevant. With your support, this project has helped struggling students build confidence and actually enjoy vocab practice. 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