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We are so grateful and these resources will help now and for future projects!","fullyFundedDate":1756432634978,"projectUrl":"project/teacher-resources/9605714/","projectTitle":"Teacher Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7457626_orig.jpg?crop=370,370,x0,y12&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660069338648","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7457626"},{"teacherId":7457626,"projectId":8774424,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project! Your generosity ensures our students have snacks to stay focused, hands-on building activities to support STEM learning, and a working microphone so every child can hear instructions. In a low-income school like ours, these resources truly matter and make a big impact on the students who don't bring or can't afford snacks. You've brought comfort, joy, and new opportunities for learning into our classroom, and we are deeply grateful for your support. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1729700043099,"projectUrl":"project/building-activities-and-snacks/8774424/","projectTitle":"Building Activities and Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7457626_orig.jpg?crop=370,370,x0,y12&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660069338648","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7457626"},{"teacherId":3194419,"projectId":9241590,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to a rich collection of diverse texts that are opening up new worlds of learning. With books like Ahimsa, The Only Road, and The Star That Always Stays, students are not only practicing essential reading skills such as analyzing character motivation, identifying themes, and making inferences, but they are also engaging in meaningful conversations about culture, resilience, and social justice. Nonfiction titles such as Hidden Figures and Jars of Hope help students strengthen their comprehension of informational text while connecting history to present-day issues. These texts allow us to approach reading with both rigor and empathy, helping students see how stories—whether real or imagined—shape our understanding of the world.\r\nReading in our classroom has become more collaborative and engaging because of these new additions. With 5–6 copies of each book, small groups can read together, pausing to ask questions, make predictions, or discuss powerful moments in the text. One group is especially captivated by Front Desk, eagerly debating how the main character's determination can inspire us in our own lives. Another group has connected deeply with Ahimsa, relating the themes of courage and standing up for what is right to challenges they see in their own communities. Students who were once hesitant readers are leaning into discussions, holding onto their books with pride, and—best of all—asking if they can take them home to keep reading","fullyFundedDate":1748899606181,"projectUrl":"project/diverse-reads-united-minds/9241590/","projectTitle":"Diverse Reads, United Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Riehle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3194419_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457322940376","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misswhitmer"},{"teacherId":9824257,"projectId":8916305,"letterContent":"We've been using the new SEL (Social Emotional Learning) materials during whole group lessons and in our calm-down corner. They've made a tremendous impact—students are no longer eloping from the classroom or school, creating a much safer and more focused learning environment.\r\n\r\nOne powerful moment was when a student who typically struggles to express emotions used the feelings chart to communicate how they were feeling and independently requested a break. It was a major step forward in their self-regulation!\r\n\r\nIt's been incredible to see how quickly students have connected with the materials. We're currently working on identifying emotions in ourselves and others through role-play and storytelling. The next step is guiding students to use these tools to resolve peer conflicts and express their needs more independently. We'll also be partnering with families to continue this learning at home and strengthen consistency between school and home environments.","fullyFundedDate":1740691854179,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-and-sel-items-for-tk-1-grade-sdc/8916305/","projectTitle":"Sensory and Sel Items for Tk-1 Grade SDC Class.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lao","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9824257"},{"teacherId":3194419,"projectId":7585655,"letterContent":"WOW! Thank you so much! Our 4th and 5th grade leadership team (20 students) have LOVED this project. They come to school early every Friday and prepare the staff coffee orders! It has been such a joy to see all of these students step into their leadership skills. They have learned so much by doing this, including leadership skills, organizational skills, communication skills, and teamwork! The staff morale has also increased! Additionally, we've utilized these materials for family events to allow for our families to enjoy some fresh coffee while they work alongside their children!","fullyFundedDate":1691271336211,"projectUrl":"project/coffee-cart-leaders/7585655/","projectTitle":"Coffee Cart Leaders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Riehle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3194419_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457322940376","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misswhitmer"},{"teacherId":8142882,"projectId":8726933,"letterContent":"The impact of new PE equipment on a Title I 4th-grade class is truly transformative. Many of these students come from underserved communities, where access to quality sports equipment can be limited. By providing them with new and engaging PE tools, we are not only encouraging physical activity and teamwork but also helping to build their confidence, cooperation, and motor skills. The opportunity to engage in fun and challenging activities can also improve their focus and behavior in the classroom, ultimately contributing to their overall success and well-being. This support helps create an environment where every child, regardless of background, has the chance to thrive physically and socially.","fullyFundedDate":1725418243192,"projectUrl":"project/pe-equipment/8726933/","projectTitle":"PE Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Esters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8142882_orig.jpg?crop=1206,1205,x0,y305&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743707447176","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8142882"},{"teacherId":8854257,"projectId":8934785,"letterContent":"Your generous donations for PE and calming corner equipment for our classroom have made a world of difference. Having timers and fidgets and other items in the calming corner have made it a welcoming and functional place to de-escalate \"big feelings\" and self-regulate. They have particularly appreciated the \"feelings\" pillow, which helps them communicate their emotions.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when they saw the balls and cones and they have loved using them during structured PE activities as well as free time. They now look forward to PE every week. The balls and cones have provided for so many more PE activities and I can see a real improvement in students' coordination and stamina since receiving them. The balls are colorful and came in several different sizes, allowing for a variety of throwing and kicking activities. \r\n\r\nThank you again so much for helping out our class!","fullyFundedDate":1733277381414,"projectUrl":"project/pe-and-calming-corner-equipment-for-our/8934785/","projectTitle":"PE and Calming Corner Equipment for Our Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morrison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8854257"},{"teacherId":7457626,"projectId":8554752,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your extremely kind donation. This project allowed my class to learn about plants and actively participate in growing them. This helped them understand the environment around them, and even to focus less on all the screens around them and learn something about the greenery they see outside daily. The pixel art allowed for a creative and calming outlet for many students. They utilize it in the calming corner and sometimes in small groups to help regulate emotions. 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