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Your kindness helps make these moments possible and reminds our students that their efforts are valued and celebrated by a caring community.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your partnership and commitment to education. Thank you for helping us build a classroom where every student feels motivated to do their best.","fullyFundedDate":1770144291255,"projectUrl":"project/rewarding-amazing-2nd-graders/10078302/","projectTitle":"Rewarding Amazing 2nd Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Silva","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4381340_orig.jpg?crop=834,833,x0,y347&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755576370100","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4381340"},{"teacherId":9211177,"projectId":9988734,"letterContent":"Thank you so much. My first grade students will use Cricut Infusible Ink transfer sheets to design and create their own mugs to celebrate Lunar New Year and other crafts, allowing them to explore creativity in a fun, hands-on way. Students will draw and plan simple designs, learn how colors and patterns transfer onto finished items, and see their ideas come to life through the crafting process. This project supports fine motor skills, creativity, and confidence as students take ownership of their work and proudly create something they can keep or share. 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Your generosity has made a big difference in how I plan, teach, and support my second graders every single day.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the resources across all subjects—especially in reading and math centers. One moment that really stood out was during our small group reading rotations. I introduced a phonics game from the membership that focused on blends and digraphs. My students were so engaged—they thought it was just a fun game, but little did they know how much they were learning! One of my students, who usually hesitates to participate, shouted, \"I got it right again!\" with the biggest smile. That confidence boost was everything.\r\n\r\nWhen I first shared the colorful centers, interactive notebooks, and digital slides, the excitement was real—kids were pointing, gasping, and asking if we could start right now. It was like Christmas morning in our classroom!\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, I feel more organized and less stressed because I don't have to scramble to create everything from scratch. I have access to standards-based, engaging, and differentiated materials at my fingertips, which means I can spend more time teaching and less time planning.\r\n\r\nNext up, we're diving into a writing unit using the Lucky Little Learners writing prompts and anchor charts. The kids will be publishing their own mini-books—and I can't wait to share those proud author moments with you soon!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Kaur","fullyFundedDate":1772737051387,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-learning-with-lucky-little-lea/10127877/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Learning With Lucky Little Learners Magic","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9211177_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728670152652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaurg"},{"teacherId":4365017,"projectId":10133885,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding my project. My students will use WeWillWrite to collaborate on writing challenges in teams. As they read and respond to each other's work, students encounter ideas and experiences different from their own. This encourages them to consider others' perspectives, reflect on classmates' thoughts, and practice empathy. 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The experiences made possible through your support will be enjoyed throughout the school year and will have a lasting impact on our students' social and emotional growth.Thank you for supporting our students and helping create meaningful opportunities for teamwork, joy, and connection. Your generosity allows us to build a positive school culture where students feel valued, motivated, and proud to be part of their community. The experiences made possible through your support will be enjoyed throughout the school year and will have a lasting impact on our students' social and emotional growth.","fullyFundedDate":1769178042194,"projectUrl":"project/building-community-teamwork-and-joy-th/9958588/","projectTitle":"Building Community, Teamwork, and Joy Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sunshine Silva","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10173270"},{"teacherId":9211177,"projectId":9991294,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, my students will have the materials and resources they need to learn, grow, and feel excited about coming to school each day. Your kindness directly impacts second graders who are eager to explore, create, and succeed.\r\n\r\nTeaching is truly a team effort, and your donation shows my students that there are people who believe in them and care about their education. That means more than you know. Thank you for investing in our future and for making a real difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1772003746821,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-learning-together/9991294/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year Learning Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9211177_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728670152652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaurg"},{"teacherId":9211177,"projectId":9885088,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, my students will have the materials and resources they need to learn, grow, and feel excited about coming to school each day. Your kindness directly impacts second graders who are eager to explore, create, and succeed.\r\n\r\nTeaching is truly a team effort, and your donation shows my students that there are people who believe in them and care about their education. That means more than you know. Thank you for investing in our future and for making a real difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1770828886404,"projectUrl":"project/building-joy-and-calm-in-our-classroom/9885088/","projectTitle":"Building Joy and Calm in Our Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9211177_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728670152652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaurg"},{"teacherId":9211177,"projectId":10073090,"letterContent":"Thank you, future donors, for supporting my students as they take action to fight food insecurity and spread kindness through student-led snack packs for our school and community. Thank you, future donors, for supporting my students as they take action to fight food insecurity and spread kindness through student-led snack packs for our school and community.Thank you, future donors, for supporting my students as they take action to fight food insecurity and spread kindness through student-led snack packs for our school and community. Thank you, future donors, for supporting my students as they take action to fight food insecurity and spread kindness through student-led snack packs for our school and community.","fullyFundedDate":1770404714107,"projectUrl":"project/students-leading-with-compassion/10073090/","projectTitle":"Students Leading with Compassion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9211177_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728670152652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaurg"},{"teacherId":9211177,"projectId":9889265,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our first-grade classroom! Your kindness helps us stay organized, creative, and full of joy. We can't wait to celebrate our next Hot Chocolate Day and share smiles, learning, and gratitude—all thanks to you! We are so grateful for your support. Thank you again.\r\n\r\nMy students can earn Hot Chocolate Day by working hard, showing kindness, and following classroom expectations. When we celebrate, students will get to enjoy warm hot chocolate made with our Keurig as part of their reward. It's a fun, cozy way to recognize their hard work and positive behavior while building a strong classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1769178035045,"projectUrl":"project/staying-organized-energized-and-ready/9889265/","projectTitle":"Staying Organized, Energized, and Ready to Teach First Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9211177_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728670152652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaurg"},{"teacherId":4365017,"projectId":10074503,"letterContent":"Snack packs provide immediate support for students during after-school programs, school celebrations, and community gatherings. This student-led effort helps ensure that no child feels left out due to hunger while strengthening a culture of care, inclusion, and shared responsibility across the school.\r\n\r\nTo lead this initiative successfully, students will use a wide variety of individually wrapped snacks and drinks to create appealing, easy-to-distribute snack packs. These materials include Amazon Fresh Toaster Pastries, Rice Krispies Treats Minis, Sensible Portions Veggie Straws, Nabisco Team Favorites snack packs, OREO snack packs, Keebler Fudge Stripes Minis, Handi-Snacks RITZ Crackers 'N Cheesy Dip, Cinnamon Toast Crunch and REESE'S Puffs Cereal Treat Bars, and Lucky Charms and Golden Grahams S'mores Treat Bars. Snack packs will also include Yoo-hoo Chocolate Drink, Yoo-hoo Cookies and Cream flavored drink, and Snapple Kiwi Strawberry juice. 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Having access to snacks between arrival and lunch helps meet a basic need, ensuring that hunger does not interfere with their ability to participate and succeed.\r\n\r\nThe students were genuinely excited to receive the donations, and their smiles said it all. Your generosity not only supports their physical well-being but also shows them that their community cares about them.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your thoughtfulness and continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1771274428273,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-stay-focused/10093193/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Stay Focused","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thibault","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10432554_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771093743612","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10432554"},{"teacherId":1030007,"projectId":9466597,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and providing clear storage bins for our students. Your generosity is already making a big difference in our daily activities.\r\n\r\nBecause the bins are clear, students can easily see what materials are inside and independently choose activities that interest them. They are also able to take the bins on and off the shelves by themselves, which builds confidence and helps them get started quickly.\r\n\r\nThese bins have made our classroom more organized, accessible, and student-centered. My students are learning independence and responsibility while enjoying hands-on learning each day.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support and for believing in our young learners!","fullyFundedDate":1755749796505,"projectUrl":"project/clear-bins-clear-choices/9466597/","projectTitle":"Clear Bins, Clear Choices!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1030007_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y112&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1602452758786","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misspittman"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_31334","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":764,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":56,"percentAsian":29,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":37,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"21.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":83.5,"schoolId":31334,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Manlio Silva Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Manlio Silva Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/lodi-unified-school-district/manlio-silva-elementary-school/31334"}