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Your donation means the world to us.","fullyFundedDate":1757423902590,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-imaginations/9499959/","projectTitle":"Little learners, BIG imaginations!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Young","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10093381"},{"teacherId":7918643,"projectId":9761822,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! Because of you, my students now have a complete class set of Small Spaces, and these books will be enjoyed, discussed, and treasured by young readers for many years to come. Your support has given my classroom something incredibly special: the chance for every student to hold their own copy, turn the pages together, and feel fully included in a shared reading adventure.\r\n\r\nYour donation also opens the door to deeper learning. With this class set, I can teach reading strategies, host discussions, and guide students through analysis without anyone feeling left out or unprepared. Every student has equal access to the same text, and that equity is an essential part of building confident, engaged readers.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, you have helped create a classroom where students feel valued. They know that someone cared enough to invest in their education, their curiosity, and their future. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness, your investment, and your belief in what young readers can become. You have made a lasting difference, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1763057056004,"projectUrl":"project/turn-6th-graders-into-readers/9761822/","projectTitle":"Turn 6th Graders into Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seekford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7918643_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626827542388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7918643"},{"teacherId":10175712,"projectId":9591970,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generous gift of PE materials for our classroom! The cones, foam frisbees, and sticky toss sets have already brought so much joy and energy into our lessons. One of our favorite new activities is a cooperative relay in which students navigate cone pathways and end with a toss-and-catch challenge using the sticky pads. This has not only strengthened their motor skills, but has also encouraged communication and encouragement within their groups, and individual coordination. Watching them cheer each other on is incredibly moving and a reminder of how powerful the right tools can be.\r\n\r\nThe moment the students first saw the new equipment, the room filled with excitement. Many of them immediately asked if they could start using the frisbees right away. Some students who are usually hesitant during PE looked excited and willing to try because the new materials looked so fun and inviting. Their enthusiasm carried over into our first lesson with the materials and it has created an incredibly positive energy during PE time.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to support our lessons on teamwork, motor skills, and building confidence. Thanks to your kindness, they now have the tools they need to explore, collaborate, and grow. We are truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1756587014240,"projectUrl":"project/4th-graders-in-need-of-outdoor-fun/9591970/","projectTitle":"4th Graders in Need of Outdoor Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10175712_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756589520991","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10175712"},{"teacherId":8750594,"projectId":9205437,"letterContent":"We are truly grateful for the canvas bags and paint markers! The students were thrilled to receive them and express their creativity through unique designs. They enjoyed collaborating with their classmates, fostering a wonderful sense of community. Everyone was enthusiastic about securely taking home all the projects completed this year. We employed brainstorming techniques to spark meaningful artwork, incorporating their names and handprints to encourage pride and ownership. 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Some of them immediately started calling out titles they recognized. El diario de Greg (Diary of a Wimpy Kid) and Pesadillas (Goosebumps) were huge hits right away. Others carefully flipped through unfamiliar books, clearly excited to explore something new. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a classroom where all students feel seen, supported, and inspired to read. Your generosity has filled our shelves and our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1747445436229,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-spanish-library-where-every-r/9293913/","projectTitle":"Building a Spanish Library Where Every Reader Belongs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seekford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7918643_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626827542388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7918643"},{"teacherId":8438823,"projectId":8358464,"letterContent":"Thank you for your continued support of my students. It's difficult to move to a new school and not know anyone. It's worse when you're 11 and don't speak the language or understand anything that is being said during the school day. This year we have three 6th grades who have gone through this exact situation.\r\n The Spanish books ordered through this donation helped these students feel more comfortable in their new environment. Being able to have a book to read in their language gave them something to enjoy, while working hard to learn a new language and way of life.","fullyFundedDate":1724533898739,"projectUrl":"project/spanish-books-are-fun/8358464/","projectTitle":"Spanish Books Are Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ranalla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8438823_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660276881422","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8438823"},{"teacherId":8438823,"projectId":8361985,"letterContent":"Thank you for your continued support. My students were excited to be able to add art to their various projects. We have painted fall scenes to go with our narratives, created self portraits, learned about color wheels and shading, and used our geometry skills to design a town using 3 dimensional shapes.\r\n In today's educational environment, it's difficult to find time and provide justification for taking time to give kids experiences with art. Being able to have art supplies makes it easier to incorporate it into their educational experience.","fullyFundedDate":1716395170419,"projectUrl":"project/growing-through-art/8361985/","projectTitle":"Growing Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ranalla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8438823_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660276881422","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8438823"},{"teacherId":7918643,"projectId":9214267,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! Your support has made a meaningful impact in my classroom, and I'm incredibly grateful for your kindness. Because of you, I've been able to provide my students with tools and experiences that support not just their academic growth, but also their emotional well-being.\r\n\r\nOne of the most valuable things I've been able to do is teach relaxation techniques to my students. They also got opportunity to create their own textured fidgets. This was not only a fun and engaging hands-on activity, but it also gave them something tangible they could use when feeling anxious or distracted.\r\n\r\nAll year long, we've focused on building a growth mindset. With your generous support, I was able to add a growth mindset poster! These posters have been more than just decoration; it is a visual reminder that they can do hard things.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart — thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1743861499502,"projectUrl":"project/get-rid-of-big-test-jitters/9214267/","projectTitle":"Get Rid of Big Test Jitters","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seekford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7918643_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626827542388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7918643"},{"teacherId":8750594,"projectId":8843595,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. The supplies your funds helped to provide have enhanced student learning and engagement.\r\n\r\nStudent use the dry erase markers multiple times a day for practice with sentence writing, number writing, addition and subtraction practice, and so much more. The dry erase markers and student white boards (created with the funded cardstock) help give early finishers preplanned and purposeful activities to do once they complete assignments. They also give teachers an opportunity to do a quick check for understanding which helps with lesson design and identifies areas of mastery and those in need of review. \r\n\r\nStudents use their new homework folders to take assignments and important notices home each night. It is also a great way for them to keep their homework safe, and it helps with managing homework collection inside the classroom. Student's take great pride in their work folders and sharing their work with their families. The colored paper is also a great addition to our homework routines and procedures. Homework is always distributed in colored paper to make it easily identifiable for students and families. Important notices are also sent home on colored paper to make sure they are read and recognized.\r\n\r\nStudents were most excited by the water bottle stickers. Students can earn a sticker multiple times throughout the day. Students can earn a sticker for their folder by activity participating in reading instruction and fluency groups, meeting classroom learning goals, and returning homework assignments. \r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness, support and well wishes. We are excited to use these materials as we finish up the school year as \"first graders in training\".","fullyFundedDate":1734456168009,"projectUrl":"project/help-we-need-somebody-help/8843595/","projectTitle":"Help! We Need Somebody, Help!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cuslidge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8750594_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667012828099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8750594"},{"teacherId":7918643,"projectId":8802265,"letterContent":"Your support means the world to us! These fruit snacks aren't just a tasty treat—they've been a real boost of energy and focus, especially during tests. It's wonderful to see how they help the kids stay sharp and engaged when it matters most.\r\n\r\nWhat's even more special is the lesson in kindness and generosity that your donation has taught our kids. Knowing someone like you cares about their well-being and believes in them is incredibly inspiring. 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