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Our next project will be to incorporate drawings and quantities for the numbers we will be learning.\r\n\r\nYou have made a big difference in allowing my students to be engaged and to allow them to learn in different ways incorporating hands on activities.","fullyFundedDate":1750773740417,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-materials/9303151/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9988845"},{"teacherId":9198331,"projectId":9321022,"letterContent":"It may sound silly but printing in color has made the world of difference for our kiddos. Life is full of color and being that most of our students are visual learners, color printing is the best depiction. \r\n\r\nAs the school counselor, it is my job to provide my school with a positive behavior intervention system and that is known as the Cougar Store. Students are able to earn Cougar Cash throughout the week by following expectations. On Fridays they are able to go to the Cougar Store to purchase items (ie. slime, squishies, playdoh, keychains, lip balms, candy, chips, etc). Your donation allows me to print weekly signs for the store. I am also able to request donations by printing letters for our community. It has impacted our school in the most positive manner. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1746787122350,"projectUrl":"project/ink-with-impact-support-our-color-print/9321022/","projectTitle":"Ink With Impact: Support Our Color Printing Needs!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Contreras","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9198331_orig.jpg?crop=668,668,x127,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692304160578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9198331"},{"teacherId":8644532,"projectId":9171936,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous support. The humidifier you provided has truly enhanced our classroom atmosphere, creating a calm and cozy environment for my students. The colorful folders have also been incredibly helpful for organizing and transporting papers, making our communication with families much more efficient. These resources are invaluable, and I am very grateful for your thoughtfulness!\r\nWe are so grateful to all of you who contribute to our project. \r\nMs. Karla","fullyFundedDate":1746787101677,"projectUrl":"project/aromatherapy-in-the-classroom-enhancing/9171936/","projectTitle":"Aromatherapy in the Classroom: Enhancing Well-being and Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8644532_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661225802070","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8644532"},{"teacherId":10051358,"projectId":9400443,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for the generous donation these supplies have made a significant impact in my classroom.\r\nWith them, my students are now able to fully participate in creative activities without limitations.\r\nYour contribution has truly enriched our learning environment and brought more joy and color into our daily routine.\r\nThe classroom feels more vibrant, functional, and supportive, and the positive impact is visible in their participation and performance.\r\nYour support has not only eased the burden of purchasing supplies but has also reminded my students that they are people who care about their education.\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1751706465369,"projectUrl":"project/our-first-preschool-adventure/9400443/","projectTitle":"Our First Preschool Adventure!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10051358_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749224627609","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10051358"},{"teacherId":8237381,"projectId":9197313,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to classroom keyboards that are transforming the way they approach writing. Many of you may use technology daily at home, but in our classroom these tools are making a world of difference. With the keyboards, students are able to type their ideas more efficiently, revise their work with ease, and build the confidence they need to express themselves as writers.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students has been the independence they feel when using the keyboards. Instead of worrying about handwriting slowing them down, they can focus on organizing their thoughts and strengthening their writing skills. They are thrilled to see their words come to life on the screen so quickly, which motivates them to write more and share their ideas proudly.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular, who often struggled to keep up with written assignments, has really blossomed. With the keyboard, he is now able to keep pace with his classmates, and his stories have become longer, more detailed, and filled with creativity. Seeing his excitement to participate in writing activities has inspired others as well.\r\n\r\nYour gift has given all of my students equal access to a tool that helps them grow academically and express their voices with confidence. We are so grateful for your kindness and for believing in their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1746786464683,"projectUrl":"project/the-board-is-the-key-title-i/9197313/","projectTitle":"The Board Is the Key! 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For some, this is their very first experience learning with reliable technology tools, and the excitement is unmistakable.\r\nYour gift has not only provided essential equipment, but it has also given my students a sense of independence and equality. Every child in my class can now access the resources that help them succeed, no matter their learning style or pace.\r\nWhat makes my students so special is their perseverance and positivity. Despite challenges, they approach each day with curiosity and joy for learning. Your support has fueled that enthusiasm and shown them that their education matters—not just to them and to me, but to others who believe in their potential.\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for helping create an environment where every student can thrive. Your kindness will have a lasting impact on their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1743180557170,"projectUrl":"project/buzz-click-focus-headphones-for-learn/9202734/","projectTitle":"Buzz! Click! Focus! 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The \"How Do I Feel\" flannel board activity will be extremely helpful, especially at the beginning of the year, as it will aid our little students in identifying their emotions by selecting a picture and placing it on the board.","fullyFundedDate":1744203359848,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-young-readers/9244158/","projectTitle":"Books for Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8644532_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661225802070","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8644532"},{"teacherId":9198331,"projectId":9038107,"letterContent":"This project could not have been funded at a more perfect time. Test anxiety is a real thing and we have worked with our students all year to overcome that stress and truly rock that test! Our school is composed of kiddos that come with a world of outside stressors and these privacy folders allowed for concentration, uniformity, and support. \r\n\r\nThe funding allowed students to have access to items they did not know they needed. The pastel pencils gave a little motivation to try their best. The colorful folders allowed for students to be in an environment where their needs are uplifted. We truly could not have done this without you! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1739373536437,"projectUrl":"project/hocus-pocus-everybody-focus-dividers/9038107/","projectTitle":"Hocus Pocus, Everybody Focus Dividers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Contreras","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9198331_orig.jpg?crop=668,668,x127,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692304160578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9198331"},{"teacherId":9523259,"projectId":9039674,"letterContent":"Our material has come to a be a success with our students, they were using their creativity to develop their fine motor skills by building letters, boats, flowers, sticks and many more structures with the STEM building blocks toys.\r\n\r\nThey were excited, and with a big smile on their face when they saw the materials, they want it to play right away, and be creative.\r\n\r\nWe will continue working daily as free choice activity during the day in our classroom, we will work to create letters as we are learning new letters and reinforce them with this amazing materials. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for this amazing donation for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1739373538300,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-exercising-our-colorful-imaginat/9039674/","projectTitle":"Keeping Exercising Our Colorful Imagination!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Esparza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9523259_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1717971168871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9523259"},{"teacherId":8644532,"projectId":9036739,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generous donations. I was able to laminate all the visuals around my classroom, and with the Velcro, my students can easily remove their names as they transition to different areas. The water bottles will be a special gift for my students at the end of the year. They have been practicing their fine motor skills by writing their names in the dry-erase pockets. For Mother's Day, my students will create a flower pot using the seeds you provided. All of this is possible because of your support.\r\nFrom my little students and myself,\r\nThank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1739373535665,"projectUrl":"project/mothers-day-gift/9036739/","projectTitle":"Mother's Day Gift","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8644532_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661225802070","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8644532"},{"teacherId":4830338,"projectId":8964365,"letterContent":"Books and cuddle buddies have had a profound impact on the preschoolers classroom experience by fostering a rich, nurturing environment that supports both educational and emotional development. The inclusion of books encourages literacy from an early age, sparking imagination, expanding vocabulary, and teaching valuable lessons through stories that engage children's curiosity. 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