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Soon after, because of your donations, they were able to turn those hard earned bear downs into well deserved prizes! \r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1747506986315,"projectUrl":"project/pbis-bear-bodega/9356997/","projectTitle":"PBIS Bear Bodega","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lindenau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7831766_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750193490104","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7831766"},{"teacherId":6342648,"projectId":9599397,"letterContent":"Today was such an exciting day in our classroom—the new materials arrived, and my students could hardly wait to open the boxes! We started with the magnetic blocks, and the room was instantly buzzing with curiosity and creativity. Students gathered in small groups to build towers, bridges, and even tried to see who could design the tallest, most stable structure. Their laughter and teamwork filled the room, and several students proudly said, \"This is the best day!\"\r\n\r\nThe magnetic blocks were more than just fun; they gave my students the chance to practice problem-solving, collaboration, and persistence. I saw students encouraging each other and thinking critically as they experimented with different ways to connect the pieces. For some, it was their first time using this type of material, and the sense of discovery was incredible.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll begin exploring the rest of the STEM and sensory resources. I can already see the possibilities for hands-on science lessons, small-group activities, and tools to help students stay engaged and confident. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to learn in such meaningful and joyful ways—your generosity is already making a difference from day one!","fullyFundedDate":1758293548498,"projectUrl":"project/stem-sensory-and-success-resources-to/9599397/","projectTitle":"STEM, Sensory, and Success: Resources to Help Us Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Westover","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6342648_orig.jpg?crop=1075,1075,x206,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553194987237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-westover"},{"teacherId":10012639,"projectId":9315462,"letterContent":"\"Thank you for the books that you gave us. They help us with being independent and they help us have more knowledge. I really appreciate the books about the Earth because it helps me learn more of the Earth, our planet\" -Irma \r\n\r\n\"Thank you for the books. They help me learn to read the title.\" -Dylan\r\n\r\n\"Thank you for the books, they help me to learn and read.\" -Drelan\r\n\r\n\"Thank you for the book. Thank you for helping me.\" -Bea\r\n\r\n\"Thank you for the books, they help me learn to read, help me learn noun, verb, and they help me learn stuff I can do or stuff I can't do. And thank you for your people, thank you:)\" - J'Den\r\n\r\n\"Thank you for giving us books. And thank you for making it so we can learn more. And thank you for every book that you gave us.\" -Aylet","fullyFundedDate":1746786340851,"projectUrl":"project/access-to-reading/9315462/","projectTitle":"Access to Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mason","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10012639"},{"teacherId":10012639,"projectId":9315512,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation! I am able to run reading and writing stations and be more organized as we move into the new school year at a new school :) My students have described our new classroom \"vibe\" as \"cool, fun, calm, and positive\" which has been an excellent reminder for all of the hard work that we put into our learning communities. \r\nThe students are finally starting to work independently to take ownership of their learning as they look forward to their state testing at the end of the year, and these tools have been a great impact to accelerating their learning and growth at this age.","fullyFundedDate":1746786030328,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-start/9315512/","projectTitle":"Fresh Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mason","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10012639"},{"teacherId":6342648,"projectId":9403170,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been transformed thanks to the resources you provided! The Kodak photo printer has opened up new opportunities for students to see their work come to life in a tangible way. Whether it's printing photos for projects, creating visual vocabulary cards, or capturing moments of learning, students are now able to hold their ideas in their hands. Many of them are amazed at how quickly they can take something from the screen to paper, and it has helped them make stronger connections between their learning and real-world applications.\r\n\r\nThe laminating sheets have been equally exciting for students. They love seeing their hard work turned into something permanent and professional-looking. Laminated reference charts, vocabulary cards, and student-created posters are now durable resources that they can revisit again and again. The excitement on their faces when they see their work laminated shows how proud they feel of their learning.\r\n\r\nEven the simple addition of colorful pencil pouches has made a big difference. Students take ownership of their supplies and are better able to stay organized, which has helped our classroom run more smoothly. A few of my students who often struggled with losing materials have really embraced these pouches, and it has boosted both their confidence and independence. Altogether, these materials have given my students tools that not only support their academic growth but also celebrate their creativity and responsibility.","fullyFundedDate":1755204662858,"projectUrl":"project/transforming-the-classroom-organization/9403170/","projectTitle":"Transforming the Classroom: Organization, Protection, and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Westover","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6342648_orig.jpg?crop=1075,1075,x206,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553194987237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-westover"},{"teacherId":2898381,"projectId":8531209,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous contributions to my classroom. The students have learned so much this fall!\r\nWhen the kids first came into the classroom and saw the materials displayed for them, they were SO excited! They were jumping up and down, filled with excitement. They get equally as excited to use the materials during centers time.\r\nThe kids were really excited for the Light Bright, but we were all super disappointed when it never turned on; at least they got to practice putting the pegs in the holes.\r\nSince posting the project, most students have solidified their learning of the alphabet. Today we started using our letter/sound knowledge to spell unknown words. The centers have helped the students with their foundational skills, immensely. I can't wait to see how much more we can achieve this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1727106383107,"projectUrl":"project/stem-in-special-education/8531209/","projectTitle":"STEM in Special Education","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2898381_orig.jpg?crop=1028,1028,x1219,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646758650248","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mamasducklings"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_97123","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":359,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":77,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":76,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":56.3,"schoolId":97123,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Bethune Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Bethune Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/arizona/phoenix-elementary-school-district-1/bethune-elementary-school/97123"}