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Thank you for helping our students explore so many different kinds of learning and creating, all while having fun in the process! 💕","fullyFundedDate":1765129810393,"projectUrl":"project/experiential-lego-learning/9945076/","projectTitle":"Experiential LEGO Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wendy Weddleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3339033_orig.png?crop=433,433,x10,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736101194562","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherweddleton"},{"teacherId":3339033,"projectId":9949154,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your kindness and generosity supporting our project for creative, hands-on, interactive learning! Building with LEGO bricks is an amazing learning tool, effectively helping students with exploration of math concepts, following directions, planning, problem-solving, improving hand-eye coordination, teamwork, persistence, focus, and creativity. These Brick Play Boxes from First Book Marketplace are filled with materials and ideas for building anything our students can imagine, with endless possibilities! Thank you for helping our students explore so many different kinds of learning and creating, all while having fun in the process! 💕","fullyFundedDate":1765244598797,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning/9949154/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wendy Weddleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3339033_orig.png?crop=433,433,x10,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736101194562","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherweddleton"},{"teacherId":9902773,"projectId":9138913,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for taking the time to donate to my project! My students absolutely love all the SEL books.. I leave them out at all times and it is usually the first thing they grab to read or look at pictures.\r\n\r\nThey truly help so much for conversation starters but for the kids to utilize for their calming breaks. \r\n\r\nThese books teach so much into confidence and mindless and light themselves. It really makes an impact in how it makes my student a feel . It allows so much guidance and it has books for every feeling. \r\n\r\nAgain thank you so much for helping me help other students in need","fullyFundedDate":1746786197042,"projectUrl":"project/sel-books-for-my-students/9138913/","projectTitle":"SEL Books for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hamblen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9902773"},{"teacherId":10342819,"projectId":9877856,"letterContent":"Your generosity is tremendously appreciated. With your help I was able to make the library much more organized. I am still putting your donation of the shelf organizing supplies in the library. It is a huge project, but knowing there are people like you makes it that much sweeter. \r\n\r\nRemoving those old boxes, which were used to label and organize shelves, has created beautiful and colorful shelves with the new alphabet organizers. Adults and students mention just how great the library looks! They mention how much easier it is to find books. That is my goal. \r\n\r\nThank you for making this goal a reality!\r\nYour gifts will have impact far into this library's future.","fullyFundedDate":1764520683828,"projectUrl":"project/every-student-deserves-a-great-library-a/9877856/","projectTitle":"Every Student Deserves a Great Library at Their Fingertips","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bagley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10342819"},{"teacherId":9272256,"projectId":9825391,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Incentives for Positive Behaviors project. Because of your generosity, we are able to use meaningful incentives to encourage students to make positive choices throughout the school day. These resources are being used during classroom and small-group settings to reinforce skills such as following directions, showing respect, and using coping strategies when emotions feel big. One powerful moment was watching students proudly earn incentives after practicing calm breathing, problem-solving with peers, and demonstrating kindness toward others—students were excited not just about the reward, but about being recognized for their positive efforts.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to learn how they could earn incentives and were motivated to talk about positive behaviors they could practice. Even students who typically struggle with behavior or engagement showed increased interest and effort. The incentives created a positive and supportive atmosphere where students felt encouraged, valued, and capable of success.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will continue working toward incentives as they build stronger self-regulation, social skills, and responsibility in the classroom. These resources will support ongoing lessons focused on making good choices, managing emotions, and setting personal goals. Thanks to your support, students are learning that positive behavior matters, effort is noticed, and growth is something to be proud of. We are truly grateful for your investment in our students and their success.","fullyFundedDate":1769177967351,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-for-positive-behaviors/9825391/","projectTitle":"Incentives for Positive Behaviors","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Harvy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9272256_orig.jpg?crop=917,917,x0,y82&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694448306782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9272256"},{"teacherId":9272256,"projectId":9901699,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Cool Incentives project and for providing tablets that have already made a meaningful impact on our students. These tablets are being used as learning tools that help students practice academic skills, build social-emotional awareness, and stay engaged in positive behaviors. In the classroom, the tablets allow students to interact with lessons, receive immediate feedback, and learn at their own pace. This is especially helpful for students who need extra support or benefit from visual and hands-on learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students is having access to technology that feels both fun and rewarding while still supporting learning. Students are highly motivated by the opportunity to earn time with the tablets, and once they are using them, they remain focused and eager to participate. The tablets turn learning and positive behavior into something students look forward to, reinforcing effort, responsibility, and engagement in a meaningful way.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially warmed to this new technology, particularly those who previously struggled with motivation or confidence. Some students who were hesitant to participate in lessons are now more willing to try, knowing they can demonstrate their learning in an interactive and supportive way. For others, the tablets provide a calming, structured incentive that helps them regulate emotions and stay on track throughout the school day. Because of your generosity, our students feel encouraged, capable, and excited to learn—and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1765757402571,"projectUrl":"project/cool-incentives/9901699/","projectTitle":"Cool Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Harvy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9272256_orig.jpg?crop=917,917,x0,y82&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694448306782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9272256"},{"teacherId":9272256,"projectId":9923437,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Building Tomorrow's Thinkers: STEM Kits to Inspire Young Scientists. Because of your generosity, our students now have hands-on STEM materials that allow them to explore, experiment, and think like real scientists. We are using the STEM kits during small group and classroom lessons to encourage problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking. One of our favorite moments so far was watching students work together to test ideas, revise their designs, and proudly explain their thinking to peers—many of them using words like \"hypothesis,\" \"trial,\" and \"solution\" for the very first time.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the STEM kits, their excitement was immediate and contagious. They were eager to open each container, ask questions, and jump right into building and experimenting. Even students who are typically hesitant or quiet in class were fully engaged, collaborating with classmates and confidently sharing their ideas. The hands-on nature of the materials helped students feel successful and curious, turning learning into an experience rather than a task.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our next steps include expanding these activities into deeper STEM challenges that connect to classroom lessons in science, math, and problem-solving. Students will continue using the kits to plan, test, reflect, and improve their designs while developing perseverance and creativity. Your support has truly brought learning to life in our classroom and helped inspire a new generation of thinkers, builders, and young scientists. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students' future.","fullyFundedDate":1764774971035,"projectUrl":"project/building-tomorrows-thinkers-stem-kits/9923437/","projectTitle":"Building Tomorrow’s Thinkers: STEM Kits to Inspire Young Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Harvy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9272256_orig.jpg?crop=917,917,x0,y82&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694448306782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9272256"},{"teacherId":9272256,"projectId":9825145,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful difference for our students by giving them access to technology that supports learning in ways that are engaging, inclusive, and confidence-building. The technology allows students to learn at their own pace, receive immediate feedback, and practice skills in a way that feels interactive rather than frustrating. For many of our students, especially those who struggle with attention, reading, or expressing their thoughts, the technology removes barriers and helps them stay focused and motivated during learning time.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most about the new product is how hands-on and interactive it is. They enjoy being able to actively participate, see their progress right away, and feel successful while learning. The technology turns lessons into experiences, which helps students stay engaged and eager to try—even when the work is challenging. Students often ask when they get to use it again, which speaks volumes about its impact.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially benefited from this technology, particularly those who previously felt discouraged or disengaged in traditional learning settings. Some students who are quieter or hesitant to participate in class have become more confident, as the technology allows them to demonstrate their understanding in a safe and supportive way. Students who need extra support are able to practice skills without feeling singled out, while others are able to challenge themselves and grow. Overall, this project has helped our students feel more capable, included, and excited about learning—and that is something we are truly grateful for.","fullyFundedDate":1762996295893,"projectUrl":"project/positive-behavior-incentives/9825145/","projectTitle":"Positive Behavior Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Harvy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9272256_orig.jpg?crop=917,917,x0,y82&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694448306782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9272256"},{"teacherId":3325330,"projectId":9960470,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your donation. This second graders have worked hard on learning all of the states and their locations, but no instructional tool is more useful than a puzzle in this particular topic. Students engage with the puzzles with excitement, and are easily kept engaged until they place the last piece in it's correct spot. The puzzles we ordered also have facts about each state, and the students read the facts and tend to learn more in that way as well.\r\n Honestly, I could not be as effective of a teacher without your continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1766161290861,"projectUrl":"project/puzzles-for-gifted-kids/9960470/","projectTitle":"Puzzles for Gifted Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Saiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3325330"},{"teacherId":10342821,"projectId":10001456,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful difference, and I want to express my sincere appreciation for your support of Choose Confident Boys Clothing. Because of your contribution, we are able to provide boys with clothing that helps them feel proud, capable, and confident in who they are.\r\n\r\nYour kindness does more than supply clothing — it strengthens self‑esteem, encourages positive identity, and reminds each child that their community believes in them. Thank you for choosing to invest in their confidence and their future.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your partnership and the impact you've helped create.","fullyFundedDate":1769535274009,"projectUrl":"project/clean-clothes-confident-boys/10001456/","projectTitle":"Clean Clothes, Confident Boys","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jamie Funderburgh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10342821_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768835241032","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10342821"},{"teacherId":3325330,"projectId":9935299,"letterContent":"Yesterday we performed our Wax Museum for students and teachers, and tonight we will perform for parents. Your contributions made all the difference! I observed that the students felt very confident and were able to get into character. Not only that, it made for an impressive display. I think these kinds of experiences contribute to deep learning because they are so unique and immersive. Students had to speak from the perspective of the person they represented, and the costumes really made a big difference. Thank you for your support, and everything that you do to help children learn.","fullyFundedDate":1765553007697,"projectUrl":"project/wax-museum-costumes-for-gifted-students/9935299/","projectTitle":"Wax Museum Costumes for Gifted Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Saiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3325330"},{"teacherId":3339033,"projectId":9959201,"letterContent":"Happy New Year! 😊 We are very grateful for your support of our class project for new headphones to use for individualized math instruction on the computer. These will help our students access math programs such as My Path, 3D Boddle, and Happy Numbers. The sanitizing wipes are helping us keep germs away from all hands-on activities, especially during winter cold and flu season. The Discovery animal book with sounds is a big hit for our students to learn animal facts, match pictures and make comparisons. Thank you so much for helping us start 2026 ready to learn! 💕","fullyFundedDate":1765823000857,"projectUrl":"project/can-you-hear-me-now/9959201/","projectTitle":"Can You Hear Me Now?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wendy Weddleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3339033_orig.png?crop=433,433,x10,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736101194562","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherweddleton"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_40203","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":438,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":74,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":23,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":59,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"13.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.2,"schoolId":40203,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Tumbleweed Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Tumbleweed Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/arizona/washington-elementary-school-district/tumbleweed-elementary-school/40203"}