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They are enjoying so much playing with them.\r\nThey love to create different figures, every time they discover a new way to use the toys and they get extremely excited.\r\nI love to see them using their imagination, applying STEAM strategies and knowledge and also developing them while playing and enjoying their time at school. \r\nThey always look forward to play with these toys and I love seeing them enjoying them. \r\nThere's still a lot more to explore with these toys that you donated, we will keep learning with them throughout the year.","fullyFundedDate":1759597829068,"projectUrl":"project/stem-toys-for-our-future-engineers/9717611/","projectTitle":"Stem Toys For Our Future Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Esquivel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9162039"},{"teacherId":9162039,"projectId":9403424,"letterContent":"Your donation has had a enormous impact in our classroom setting. Thanks to you, now we have a large cozy corner that accommodates more students.\r\n\r\nWe use this cozy corner to help our students regulate when they don't feel emotionally well. We also use it as a calm corner. \r\n\r\nBesides that, it is also a reading corner where my students love to seat and enjoy books. \r\n\r\nOur cosy corner was too small before and we could not enjoy it in the same way. Now, it is a special spot in our classroom where students love to spend time.","fullyFundedDate":1759597828795,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corner-for-everyone/9403424/","projectTitle":"Cozy Corner for Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Esquivel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9162039"},{"teacherId":9162039,"projectId":9204454,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation. I have used the teachers pay teachers to buy meaningful activities created by other teachers, that have had a meaningful impact in my lessons and on students learning process.\r\nSo far I have spent it on two hands on math activities that students have loved and enjoyed. This activities have helped them working on identifying greater that and less that quantities.\r\nI have also used it to buy some winter activities like the one shown on the pictures that have helped us learning about weather.","fullyFundedDate":1757956999559,"projectUrl":"project/reaching-our-full-potential/9204454/","projectTitle":"Reaching Our Full Potential","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Esquivel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9162039"},{"teacherId":3100459,"projectId":9490541,"letterContent":"On behalf of our 1st grade class, I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donations and support. Your kindness and willingness to contribute have made a remarkable difference in our classroom, and we are sincerely thankful for each and every item, dollar, and effort you shared with us.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our class is now better equipped to learn, grow, and explore with excitement each day. The materials we received — from books and art supplies to classroom tools and learning games — have already made our lessons more engaging and hands-on. The students' eyes light up when they use new materials, and their enthusiasm for learning has grown tremendously. It's truly amazing how something as simple as fresh crayons, colorful storybooks, or an updated set of math manipulatives can inspire creativity and curiosity in young learners.\r\nOnce again, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your incredible support. You have made a real difference in the lives of our students, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1757604863116,"projectUrl":"project/a-great-beginning/9490541/","projectTitle":"A Great Beginning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zanipatin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3100459_orig.png?crop=629,629,x54,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628055303921","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3100459"},{"teacherId":8601160,"projectId":9472791,"letterContent":"When the new organizational materials arrived, my students were so excited to finally have a place for everything. We immediately began sorting their papers into the colorful hanging file folders, and the clear file boxes quickly became a favorite. The file boxes and folders have helped me tremendously in becoming more efficient during progress reports and parent-teacher conferences. Having every assessment, writing sample, and project clearly organized has made it much easier to share student growth with families. Not only has this system saved me valuable time, but it has also allowed parents to see their child's work in a clear and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic hooks, pen holders, and wall file organizer have helped us create a much more efficient space. Instead of papers scattered on tables or supplies going missing, everything now has a clear place. \r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom. These materials have helped me stay much more organized. Having everything in one place has made my work smoother and more efficient. I truly appreciate your support and the difference it has made in my day-to-day responsibilities.","fullyFundedDate":1757604863416,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-everything-and-everything-i/9472791/","projectTitle":"A Place for Everything, and Everything in Its Place","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alcalá","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8601160_orig.jpg?crop=902,902,x0,y189&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660100592230","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8601160"},{"teacherId":9681695,"projectId":9843696,"letterContent":"Thank you for choosing to support our transitional kindergarten students. Your generosity brings essential art materials and organizational tools into our classroom, giving young learners the chance to explore, create, and communicate in meaningful ways. With resources like clay, decorative tapes, craft supplies, folders, and protectors, students can strengthen fine motor skills while expressing their ideas through early writing and imaginative artwork. An inviting Writing Center helps children feel confident as they experiment with language, discover new interests, and share their creations proudly. Your contribution does more than provide supplies—it nurtures curiosity, independence, and a love for learning. We are truly grateful for your kindness and for believing in the importance of early education. 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An inviting Writing Center encourages children to practice language, make choices, and take pride in their work each day. Your contribution not only provides essential tools, but also creates meaningful opportunities for imagination, independence, and joy in learning. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and for believing in the potential of every child. Thank you for making a real difference.","fullyFundedDate":1764726079127,"projectUrl":"project/creative-writing-and-art-center-organiza/9790377/","projectTitle":"Creative Writing and Art Center Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. López","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9681695_orig.jpg?crop=476,476,x62,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723784014375","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tkshoreacres"},{"teacherId":10359230,"projectId":9915967,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Your donation has allowed us to access high-quality supplemental Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) resources that are engaging, age-appropriate, and culturally responsive for our bilingual learners. These materials give students the chance to practice essential reading and language skills in both English and Spanish at their own independent learning levels, helping them build confidence and make meaningful academic progress.\r\n\r\nYour contribution also strengthens our small-group instruction by providing differentiated activities, targeted intervention resources, and interactive tools that meet students exactly where they are. With your support, our bilingual learners now have access to purposeful learning opportunities that promote growth, independence, and a true love for learning. We are incredibly grateful for the positive impact you are making in our classroom every day.","fullyFundedDate":1763871462490,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-bilingual-learners/9915967/","projectTitle":"Support Our Bilingual Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muñoz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10359230"},{"teacherId":9681695,"projectId":9551143,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my Transitional Kindergarten classroom! 🌟\r\n\r\nMy students learn best when they can explore, touch, and discover the world around them and thanks to your kindness, they now have beautiful Montessori-inspired materials that make learning come alive. The alphabet maze boards and hands-on tools are already helping my students strengthen their fine motor skills, recognize letters, and stay focused through play and joyful learning.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is also helping us build a caring and positive classroom community. The stickers, plush toys, and sensory fidgets have become meaningful motivators that celebrate kindness, responsibility, and effort. Every day, my students are more confident, engaged, and proud of their growth and that is all possible because of your generosity.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of early education, and for helping my little learners build the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. 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They have been introduced to different art supplies and media that will continue to enhance their love and interest in art! \r\n\r\nMost of my students had never done this type of project and were sharing with each other with pride and smiles! Donorchoose had been a fabulous in providing supplies that I didn't have to purchase myself. \r\n\r\nThank you from my TK - 5th graders and your Rockstar Art Teacher!","fullyFundedDate":1754160066632,"projectUrl":"project/rockstar-art-teacher/9509216/","projectTitle":"Rockstar Art Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10097940_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753748042615","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10097940"},{"teacherId":9681695,"projectId":9761628,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our TK classroom! Your contributions bring movement, play, and learning together, helping students develop motor skills, coordination, and social-emotional growth. \r\n\r\nWith visual markers, team vests, and a portable wagon, children can safely engage in structured and imaginative games, learn teamwork, and gain confidence. These resources make physical activity inclusive and fun for every student, encouraging participation and a lifelong love of movement. \r\n\r\nYour generosity directly enriches our students' early physical education experiences and helps create a joyful, active, and supportive classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1759597830842,"projectUrl":"project/tk-sports-active-play-essentials/9761628/","projectTitle":"TK Sports & Active Play Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. López","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9681695_orig.jpg?crop=476,476,x62,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723784014375","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tkshoreacres"},{"teacherId":9681695,"projectId":9761698,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our TK classroom! Your generosity helps us create an organized and welcoming space where students can thrive. 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