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The fidgets were especially popular, as they helped students remain calm, focused, and ready to learn during instruction. The whiteboards will support problem-solving and explaining thinking, the counting bears will strengthen number sense and math understanding, and the fidgets will continue to support self-regulation and attention. These materials will remain an essential part of our lessons as students build independence, confidence, and academic skills.","fullyFundedDate":1763474697992,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-grow-in-our-new-learning-space/9692689/","projectTitle":"Help Us Grow in Our New Learning Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gregg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10243115"},{"teacherId":9730403,"projectId":9645977,"letterContent":"This project has made a big difference in our classroom, both academically and socially. We are using the new tissue boxes, hand sanitizer, Lysol wipes, and snacks every day to help keep our classroom clean, healthy, and ready to learn. A specific moment that stood out was during our first week using the supplies, students were excited to help restock our class stations and reminded each other to sanitize and clean their areas. It showed how much they value having a safe and comfortable learning space.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were genuinely excited and grateful. Many of them immediately said, \"This is going to help us so much!\" They understand that these resources help them stay focused and feel cared for in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom is now better prepared for learning. Our next steps include continuing our current reading and writing units, and using these supplies to maintain a positive, healthy environment where students can concentrate, collaborate, and do their best work every day.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and our students! 💙","fullyFundedDate":1763474725133,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-physical/9645977/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Physical!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arrington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9730403_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733986103426","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9730403"},{"teacherId":9730403,"projectId":9645871,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, this project has had a powerful impact on my students and our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThe new books have allowed me to introduce and strengthen important reading skills such as identifying the main idea, making inferences, analyzing characters, and using evidence from the text to support answers. Students are learning how to think deeply about what they read, ask thoughtful questions, and discuss different viewpoints. These books are not just stories, they are tools that help students grow as readers and critical thinkers.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom now looks active and engaging. We have started book clubs, where students meet in small groups to read, discuss, and reflect on their books together. Instead of reading being a quiet, isolated activity, it has become collaborative and meaningful. Students talk about characters, predict what might happen next, and recommend books to one another. Most importantly, they are excited to read.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant or reluctant readers are especially enjoying the new books. They feel more confident because they have access to texts that match their interests and reading levels. 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Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in my classroom, and I am truly grateful for your investment in my students' learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, I am able to use Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards to purchase high-quality, engaging resources that enhance instruction and extend student learning. The activities and lessons available through Teachers Pay Teachers are creative, grade-level appropriate, and aligned with what my students need most. From hands-on learning tools and spiral reviews to test prep materials, these resources help keep my students motivated, confident, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nYour support allows me to better plan meaningful lessons and provide my students with fresh, innovative ways to practice important skills. 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They are wonderful motivators and calming tools, helping students manage stress, stay engaged, and celebrate their hard work in positive ways.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students feel supported, cared for, and excited to come to school each day. Your generosity goes far beyond supplies—you've helped create a safe, welcoming, and encouraging classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for being such an important part of our classroom community. And thank you for believing in me. 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Playground Equipment Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Petersen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1071690_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1613229124945","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jenniferpetersen"},{"teacherId":1071690,"projectId":9845414,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project. Your generosity will make a meaningful difference in the way my students learn each day.\r\n\r\nYouTube has become an invaluable teaching tool in our classroom, especially because many of my students are second language learners. The videos help introduce new vocabulary, reinforce science and social studies concepts, and support lessons across multiple subjects. Visual learning has such a powerful impact on young learners, and YouTube has allowed me to bring those concepts to life in a way that truly engages them.\r\n\r\nHowever, the commercials have always been a challenge. 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Your generosity directly supports the learning, growth, and success of every student in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763474715836,"projectUrl":"project/the-ads-are-interrupting-our-learning/9845414/","projectTitle":"The Ads Are Interrupting Our Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Petersen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1071690_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1613229124945","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jenniferpetersen"},{"teacherId":1071690,"projectId":9841003,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project and helping bring high-interest chapter books into our classroom. Your generosity will have a meaningful impact on my second graders as they develop their confidence and independence as readers.\r\n\r\nSecond grade is such an exciting time in a child's reading journey. 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