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They were eager to learn how they could earn points and showed increased motivation to stay on task, follow expectations, and support one another. The fidgets have been especially helpful for students who need a sensory outlet, allowing them to stay engaged without disrupting instruction. School supplies as incentives also promote responsibility and pride in their learning tools.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, I am able to consistently reinforce positive behavior and build a supportive classroom culture. Moving forward, students will continue working toward PBIS goals while applying these behaviors during academic lessons, collaborative projects, and independent work. 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With headphones, students can listen to directions, examples, and feedback without distractions, allowing them to fully engage and learn at their own pace.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students is the independence that comes with using myPath. They enjoy being able to focus, replay explanations when needed, and experience success as the program adjusts to their individual needs. Headphones help students stay immersed in their learning, which increases confidence and motivation—especially when tackling challenging math concepts.\r\n\r\nThese headphones have been especially impactful for students who need extra support or a quieter learning environment. Students who were previously hesitant or easily distracted are now more focused and willing to persevere through difficult problems. By removing background noise and allowing students to work comfortably and independently, this project has helped bridge learning gaps and empowered students to grow as confident math learners.","fullyFundedDate":1756605023387,"projectUrl":"project/tech-tools-for-my-students/9323530/","projectTitle":"Tech Tools for my Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9603803_orig.png?crop=689,689,x641,y259&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747319224170","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9603803"},{"teacherId":9588674,"projectId":9326856,"letterContent":"The Visual Tools for Student Success project has made a noticeable difference in how my students engage with learning. The visual resources, such as graphic organizers, models, and reference charts, have helped make abstract concepts clearer and less overwhelming. Students are better able to organize their thinking, explain their reasoning, and approach problems with more confidence because they have clear supports to fall back on.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reaction was immediate appreciation. Several students shared that they liked having the resources readily available and that it felt reassuring to know they could always reference them when they needed reminders. Instead of stopping to ask for help, students now independently check the visuals during lessons and independent work, which has increased both participation and independence, especially for English Learners.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, these resources are now a regular part of our classroom routine. Our next steps include using the visuals more intentionally during group discussions and written explanations as we move into our next unit. Students will continue applying these tools to justify their thinking, communicate their ideas clearly, and take greater ownership of their learning. Your support has helped create a more accessible, supportive classroom where all students can succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1755999083859,"projectUrl":"project/visual-tools-for-student-success/9326856/","projectTitle":"Visual Tools for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. SARMIENTO","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9588674_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723826755039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alexcysarm"},{"teacherId":4705879,"projectId":9571025,"letterContent":"The generosity of our donors has had a profound impact on the relationships built within our front office. By providing stress squishy balls, snacks, and small comforts, our office has transformed into a welcoming and supportive hub where students feel genuinely cared for. These simple items signal to students that this is a safe place—somewhere they can take a breath, decompress, and reset when the day becomes overwhelming.\r\n\r\nBecause of these donations, students are more inclined to visit the office not only when they need assistance, but when they simply need a warm, friendly space to connect. The availability of snacks and calming tools has helped break down barriers, allowing students to approach the counselors and administration with openness and trust. This has strengthened rapport, helping us build meaningful relationships rooted in care, consistency, and emotional support.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your contributions have helped us cultivate an environment of belonging. Students feel seen, valued, and welcomed when they step into the front office, and those positive interactions ripple outward into their academic day. The items you provided have become tools for connection—helping us nurture student wellbeing, encourage communication, and reinforce that our school community is here to lift them. Your kindness truly makes a difference in the daily lives of our Eagles.","fullyFundedDate":1758636578550,"projectUrl":"project/creating-comforting-sel-counseling-exper/9571025/","projectTitle":"Creating Comforting SEL Counseling Experiences","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Armfield-Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4705879_orig.jpg?crop=200,200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754839348410","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4705879"},{"teacherId":8580983,"projectId":9712616,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your generous support in funding our classroom technology project! Thanks to you, we now have a full set of headphones, additional Chromebook chargers, and a charging tower. These resources are already making a difference for my students. The headphones allow each student to fully engage in personalized lessons without distractions, while the chargers and charging tower keep every Chromebook ready for learning. Your generosity is helping to close the opportunity gap for our Title I students and is giving them the tools they need to stay engaged and succeed academically. We could not have done this without you, and my students and I deeply appreciate your investment in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1758546760160,"projectUrl":"project/technology-to-enhance-engagement-and-boo/9712616/","projectTitle":"Technology to Enhance Engagement and Boost Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aleru","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8580983_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y76&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757772133839","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8580983"},{"teacherId":7201406,"projectId":9313938,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. These materials were used to start the school year off. I was able to give my students all the materials they would need to my class so that they will be successful. They were so happy to see them all the materials and get them. Their eyes twinkled with happiness as they opened up their bags and saw what they got. These materials will be used throughout the school year and will teach students to be organized and successful. You helped my students in so many ways and I am thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1746468868820,"projectUrl":"project/basic-materials-for-back-to-school/9313938/","projectTitle":"Basic Materials for Back to School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bouhaja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7201406_orig.png?crop=836,836,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588637767606","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-bouhaja"},{"teacherId":7201406,"projectId":9314203,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for this opportunity. You will never know what your donation has done. So many students that don't have access to hygiene items are now able to have access to items that they need. They come by the ministation to get what they need and are so happy that these items are available. Thank you for your gift and support. Without the generous donations that you give my students would not have the items that they need. They want so much to be \"normal\" and not judge so this hygiene center allows them that ability. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1748618519701,"projectUrl":"project/mini-hygiene-station-empowering-all-sta/9314203/","projectTitle":"Mini Hygiene Station: Empowering All-State Students to Serve with Dignity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bouhaja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7201406_orig.png?crop=836,836,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588637767606","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-bouhaja"},{"teacherId":7201406,"projectId":9465691,"letterContent":"Thank you all so much for your donations and support to my classroom. My project food pantry to fuel the brain has supported and helped feed many of my students who are not able to eat before school and in between classes. Students will come by and get snacks during the school day. They are so happy to see the snacks and eat them.\r\n\r\n In addition, they are so grateful to have these snack. When they are able to eat between class and throughout the day they have the energy to work on their assignments.","fullyFundedDate":1754497972847,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-food-pantry-to-fuel-the-brain/9465691/","projectTitle":"Classroom Food Pantry to Fuel the Brain","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bouhaja","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7201406_orig.png?crop=836,836,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588637767606","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-bouhaja"},{"teacherId":9588674,"projectId":9156472,"letterContent":"The Classroom Essentials for Every Student project has had an immediate and meaningful impact on our daily classroom routines. With pencils, sharpeners, and pencil boxes readily available, students are always prepared to start learning right away. We no longer lose instructional time searching for supplies, sharpening dull pencils, or interrupting lessons to pass materials out. This simple change has made our math block more focused and efficient.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom runs more smoothly and students are better able to focus on math instead of materials. Moving forward, students will continue building stronger learning habits, staying organized, and using class time more productively. Your support has helped create a classroom environment where every student is prepared, engaged, and ready to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1747144535015,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-for-every-student/9156472/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. SARMIENTO","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9588674_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723826755039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alexcysarm"},{"teacherId":10044696,"projectId":9381993,"letterContent":"I wanted to write to express my gratitude for the generous donation, specifically which brought a printer and ink into my classroom. Our school serves historically underprivileged students, so having this tool and asset within the classroom is so helpful. \r\n\r\nLast year, I did not have a printer within the classroom (as I am a new teacher), so being able to print things in the moment was not available to me. This would often make it difficult specifically whenever students would need a new worksheet / one-pager for whatever reason. As such, a printer within the classroom has been incredibly helpful this year. \r\n\r\nAs a matter of fact, a lot of my students last year expressed excitement when they saw it now. They understand how helpful it is to have it. \r\n\r\nAs I said, thank you so much for the donation to the classroom. It has been a great asset within the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1749137992137,"projectUrl":"project/color-printer-for-history/9381993/","projectTitle":"Color Printer for History","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Coates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10044696"},{"teacherId":10044696,"projectId":9381954,"letterContent":"I wanted to express my gratitude for the donation. Our school serves historically underprivileged and marginalized students, so any and all help when it comes to classroom supplies and other things is wonderful. \r\n\r\nWe have already used some of the materials to laminate primary sources for the students, in addition to using the colored pencils on a one-pager assignment. Furthermore, the students have made great use of the pencils, which I provide to them whenever they need it. They enjoy it when I am able to provide them classroom materials. Given that our school serves historically underprivileged students, it is a school-wide policy for us to provide everything that we expect them to need. \r\n\r\nWhen it comes to the next steps, I anticipate us using the laminated primary sources within a primary source activity. Furthermore, I intend for us to make further use of the regular and colored pencils","fullyFundedDate":1749138269677,"projectUrl":"project/school-supply-basics/9381954/","projectTitle":"School Supply Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Coates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10044696"},{"teacherId":7211041,"projectId":9367360,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation to my classroom. Your support means more than words can express, and it is already making a real difference in the lives of my students.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, my mission is to create an environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive—academically, emotionally, and socially. Your contribution plays a crucial role in helping us achieve that. With your support, I am able to provide resources that help students develop a deeper understanding of math and science, build their confidence, and develop problem-solving skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, we now have access to materials and tools that make learning not only more effective but also more engaging. Whether it's hands-on science experiments, interactive math activities, or simply having updated supplies and equipment, these resources allow students to explore complex concepts in a way that is meaningful and fun. It's inspiring to watch their curiosity grow when they are given the tools to learn in ways that work best for them.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your support helps create a classroom environment that is safe, welcoming, and inclusive. A safe space is essential for learning, and your donation helps ensure that students feel supported and valued every day they walk through our doors. Whether that means having a well-organized and calm classroom, access to mental wellness tools, or even just basic supplies that remove barriers to learning, your impact is felt in every corner of our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThe truth is, many of my students face challenges outside of school that are beyond their control. But within our classroom, we aim to create a space where they can feel empowered, capable, and ready to succeed. Your kindness helps us build that space. You've helped show my students that there are people who believe in them—people who care about their future and are willing to invest in it.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your donation is not just a financial contribution—it is a message of hope, encouragement, and belief in the power of education. You've helped give my students opportunities they might not have had otherwise, and that's something incredibly special.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of myself and every student in our classroom, thank you for believing in our mission. Thank you for choosing to support education, equity, and the future of our young learners. 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