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The beginner primary pencils give students the support they need for fine motor success, while the folders and protectors help keep work neat and easy to manage during independent and small-group activities. Laminated materials and dry erase markers allow us to practice skills again and again without waste, giving students vital repetition and confidence-building opportunities.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are more engaged and independent learners. Organized, durable, and interactive tools help create a calm, structured classroom where students can focus on growth and feel proud of their achievements. Thank you for investing in their learning, confidence, and success — your support has truly made our classroom a better place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1764739734697,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-for-growing-minds/9909620/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Phangrath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4516433_orig.jpg?crop=2315,2315,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764635841808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ericp"},{"teacherId":4516433,"projectId":9613202,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to share the meaningful impact your support for the \"Helping Every Learner Succeed\" project is having on my grades 4–6 autism inclusion classroom at Muir Elementary School. My students are incredible learners with a wide range of strengths, challenges, and sensory needs. Many of them benefit from a calm, organized environment and structured supports that help them stay focused, regulated, and ready to learn each day. With the materials provided through this project — including noise-cancelling headphones, writing boards, and goal-specific bins — my students now have the tools they need to access instruction with confidence and comfort.\r\n\r\nThe noise-cancelling headphones help students manage overwhelming background sounds so they can stay calm and concentrate during instruction. The writing boards provide a hands-on way to strengthen fine motor and literacy skills, offering immediate feedback in a fun and motivating format. And the IEP goal bins give each student individualized materials tailored to their learning goals, allowing me to provide targeted support efficiently and meaningfully. Together, these resources create a more structured, supportive learning environment where every child can make progress and feel successful.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a real difference in my classroom. Because of your support, my students have access to supports that help them regulate sensory needs, build essential academic skills, and engage more fully in learning activities. Thank you for investing in their growth, confidence, and success — you have helped every learner in my classroom thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1763474782000,"projectUrl":"project/helping-every-learner-succeed/9613202/","projectTitle":"Helping Every Learner Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Phangrath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4516433_orig.jpg?crop=2315,2315,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764635841808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ericp"},{"teacherId":4516433,"projectId":9909653,"letterContent":"I am so grateful to share the impact of the \"Learning Through Play: Sensory Tools and Number Fun!\" project for my grades 3–5 autism inclusion classroom at Muir Elementary School. My students are bright, curious learners who thrive when they can engage with materials through movement, touch, and play. Because many of my learners benefit from sensory supports and hands-on experiences, the educational toys, fidgets, and Numberblocks plush we received are more than fun — they are essential tools that help my students stay calm, focused, and engaged throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThese sensory and play-based tools have transformed how students approach lessons in math and social learning. The fidgets help students regulate their bodies and maintain attention, while the manipulatives and plush items make abstract concepts like numbers and counting accessible, interactive, and meaningful. Play-based learning not only strengthens academic skills, but also builds communication, problem-solving, and confidence in ways that traditional worksheets cannot.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create an inclusive, joyful classroom environment where every student feels successful and excited to learn. Because of your generosity, my students have the sensory tools and engaging resources they need to grow academically, socially, and emotionally — building confidence and a love of learning that will last far beyond our school walls.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1768401578177,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-play-sensory-tools-and/9909653/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Play: Sensory Tools and Number Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Phangrath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4516433_orig.jpg?crop=2315,2315,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764635841808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ericp"},{"teacherId":4516433,"projectId":9931712,"letterContent":"I am so grateful to share the impact of the \"Safe Spaces to Calm and Focus: Sensory Supports for Success\" project for my students in grades 4–6 at Muir Elementary School. My students are amazing learners on the autism spectrum, each with unique strengths and needs. Many of them experience sensory challenges that can make focusing, regulating emotions, and staying engaged throughout the school day difficult. To support them, we needed tools that would help them manage sensory overload in a safe, structured way — and thanks to this project, we now have them.\r\n\r\nWith the sensory crash pad, sensory swing, and sensory spinning chair provided through this project, my students have daily access to tools that help them regulate their bodies and emotions when they feel overwhelmed or anxious. These supports allow students to take purposeful breaks, release energy safely, and return to learning ready to focus and participate. When students feel calm and regulated, they are more confident, better able to communicate, and more fully engaged in academic and social activities.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped us transform our classroom into a sensory-safe environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive. Because of your generosity, my students feel understood, supported, and better equipped to succeed — both in school and beyond. Thank you for investing in their well-being and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1764726333302,"projectUrl":"project/safe-spaces-to-calm-and-focus-sensory-s/9931712/","projectTitle":"Safe Spaces to Calm and Focus: Sensory Supports for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Phangrath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4516433_orig.jpg?crop=2315,2315,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764635841808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ericp"},{"teacherId":4516433,"projectId":9570361,"letterContent":"My students in our autism inclusion classroom benefit greatly from opportunities to move while learning. Many of them have sensory needs that make sitting still for long periods challenging, and without proper supports, this can affect their focus and engagement. The wobble seats from the \"Wobble While We Learn!\" project will provide my students with a safe, appropriate way to move while remaining attentive during instruction.\r\n\r\nThese seats will help my students regulate their bodies, improve concentration, and participate more confidently in classroom activities. When they are comfortable and supported, they are better able to focus on academic tasks, collaborate with peers, and experience success throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nThanks to the generosity of donors, my classroom will be a more inclusive and supportive learning environment where all students have the tools they need to thrive. This project will make a lasting impact by helping my students stay engaged, feel confident, and enjoy learning every day.","fullyFundedDate":1763474832268,"projectUrl":"project/wobble-while-we-learn/9570361/","projectTitle":"Wobble While We Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Phangrath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4516433_orig.jpg?crop=2315,2315,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764635841808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ericp"},{"teacherId":4516433,"projectId":9534686,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"Organized Minds, Empowered Learning: Essential Supplies for My Autism Classroom.\" Your generous donation has made a real difference in the lives of my students. Because of your support, we now have sturdy folders to organize Individualized Education Program (IEP) documents and student data, as well as cardstock and printer paper for visual schedules, communication supports, and hands-on learning materials.\r\n\r\nIn a classroom like mine, organization and consistency are not just helpful — they are essential. With these materials, my students can better understand routines and communicate more clearly, which helps them learn, feel secure, and grow.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps build a supportive, structured classroom environment where every child has the tools they need to succeed. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in our mission and investing in our students' future.","fullyFundedDate":1755316258403,"projectUrl":"project/organized-minds-empowered-learning-ess/9534686/","projectTitle":"Organized Minds, Empowered Learning: Essential Supplies for My Autism Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Phangrath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4516433_orig.jpg?crop=2315,2315,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764635841808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ericp"},{"teacherId":10175409,"projectId":9590731,"letterContent":"The new refrigerator has made such a difference in how we care for and celebrate our students at John Muir Elementary. It allows us to safely store healthy snacks and drinks for students with medical needs, as well as keep items cold for PBIS rewards, class parties, and school events. It's helped me stay organized and plan ahead for student celebrations, staff treat days, and family events, all of which build our school culture. Having this reliable resource allows our team to focus on what matters most: our students.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments so far was during our PBIS celebration when students earned ice cream treats. Their faces lit up when they saw the freezer full and ready for them! Several students even helped pass out the treats and commented, \"We have a real fridge now!\" It was such a simple but powerful moment that reminded me how the smallest things , like a cold drink on a hot day, can make kids feel cared for and valued.\r\n\r\n\r\nI'm excited to continue growing in how I build positive culture and climate on our campus. I want to keep finding creative ways to make school a joyful and supportive space for every student and staff member. As we head into the next part of the year, I'm looking forward to planning more hands-on learning celebrations that connect academics with student recognition, keeping the Muir spirit strong!","fullyFundedDate":1758858101576,"projectUrl":"project/cold-storage-for-warm-hearts-helping-o/9590731/","projectTitle":"Cold Storage for Warm Hearts – Helping Our School Heroes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hiyama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10175409_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762203767253","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10175409"},{"teacherId":6440332,"projectId":9004139,"letterContent":"Thank you for my amazing classroom headphone set that my students and I enjoy daily. It has made a great impact on the classroom environment, the classroom learning, the classroom structure and so much more. Students are more engaged than ever and we have many amazing lessons teaching first grade with your help. Thank you so much for all that you do and all that you care about. It is people like you that make teaching easier in an already difficult progression. We will forever be grateful for your contribution in our amazing little classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1740692622939,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-computers/9004139/","projectTitle":"Headphones for Computers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zavala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6440332_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753153732175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6440332"},{"teacherId":6440332,"projectId":8702048,"letterContent":"Thank you for my amazing classroom rug that my students and I enjoy daily. It has made a great impact on the classroom environment, the classroom learning, the classroom look and style, the classroom structure and so much more. Students are more engaged than ever and we have many amazing lessons teaching first grade with your help. Thank you so much for all that you do and all that you care about. It is people like you that make teaching easier in an already difficult progression. We will forever be grateful for your contribution in our amazing little classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1731940497089,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-rug/8702048/","projectTitle":"Classroom Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zavala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6440332_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753153732175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6440332"},{"teacherId":7988812,"projectId":8962649,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the books for my students. They love to read and are so grateful to have received these books from you! \r\n\r\nThese books were used as a read aloud for 5th grade students. Most students can comprehend text that is 2 grade levels above their actual reading level. This is what I strive to have them do when I read the books to them. The books allow them to follow along with the reading so that they can see how unfamiliar words are spelled and how they are used. \r\n\r\nMy students are readers, no matter their grade level reading comprehension. They love listening to books as well as reading them on their own. \r\n\r\nReading is such a complex and difficult thing to do, and it is embedded in everything that we, as humans, do in our daily lives.\r\nThank you for helping foster this love of reading for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1733281097681,"projectUrl":"project/loving-to-read/8962649/","projectTitle":"Loving to Read","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tharpe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7988812"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_77625","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":477,"numTeachers":21,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":11,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":72,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"22.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":84.8,"schoolId":77625,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Muir Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Muir Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/fresno-unified-school-district/muir-elementary-school/77625"}