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The children were so excited when they saw all of the supplies given, and these resources have helped create an environment where they can participate with greater confidence and independence.","fullyFundedDate":1785799163272,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies-for-everyday-success/10293673/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies for Everyday Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6764852_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755824745446","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6764852"},{"teacherId":6764852,"projectId":10300790,"letterContent":"This project has made a wonderful impact on my classroom! The flexible seating and sensory tools have given my students more opportunities to move, self-regulate, and choose the learning environment that works best for them. I have noticed that my students are more comfortable, engaged, and able to sustain their attention during lessons. \r\nThe children absolutely loved their new seating options and were so excited to see all of the sensory tools available for them to access. \r\nThank you again to all of you who helped make this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1781716212215,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-learn-succeed/10300790/","projectTitle":"Wiggle, Learn, Succeed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6764852_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755824745446","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6764852"},{"teacherId":5642807,"projectId":9638290,"letterContent":"The supplies were an amazing addition to the students' learning. They were able to move around the room and read the room using their clip boards and highlighters. The materials also allowed the students to work on the rug in small groups with the teacher. We used the centers and the trays allowed the students to keep their materials contained so that they did not lose them or drop them on the floor. All of the materials allowed the students to develop organizational skills that are necessary to start in first grade and will be carried out throughout their educational career. 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My students have unique abilities and needs, and your support gives every child an opportunity to participate and experience success. We are incredibly grateful that you chose to invest in our classroom and our amazing learners!","fullyFundedDate":1786023257178,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-learning-interactive/10343308/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Learning: Interactive Tools for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rosario","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10220123_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756081340497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10220123"},{"teacherId":10589102,"projectId":10472938,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! The new math games you helped fund have become the heart of our learning stations, and my students and I use them every single day.\r\nWe set up three rotating stations so every child gets hands on time with the materials. At one station students dive into the game called Prime, challenging each other to think strategically and explain their moves. At the next station they work with the domino algebra tiles, arranging and rearranging pieces to explore patterns and relationships. The third station features a lively dice game that keeps everyone engaged and moving. The room buzzes with focused conversation as students rotate through each activity, building confidence and deeper understanding through play.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the reaction was pure excitement. Students gathered around the boxes, eyes wide, and immediately began asking questions about how each game worked. Several children carefully sorted the pieces and started inventing friendly challenges before I even finished explaining the stations. That initial spark of curiosity has stayed with us every time we pull the games out.\r\nRight now we are using these stations to strengthen problem solving and mathematical reasoning. Next, students will design their own simple variations of the games they love most and teach them to a partner. This will give them a chance to show what they've learned while practicing clear communication and creativity.\r\nThese math games have made a real difference. Students who once hesitated are now eager to take a turn, and I'm seeing stronger thinking and more joyful engagement across the board. Thank you again for making these meaningful learning experiences possible!","fullyFundedDate":1787712169683,"projectUrl":"project/making-math-meaningful/10472938/","projectTitle":"Making Math Meaningful","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Frascatore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10589102"},{"teacherId":9459283,"projectId":10255193,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our students through the Fun STEM Kits! Your kindness is giving younger learners the opportunity to explore STEM in a hands-on, creative, and exciting way.\r\n\r\nThese kits give students the chance to build something with their own hands, try new ideas, make mistakes, and come up with creative solutions. 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Your kindness is giving younger learners the opportunity to explore STEM in a hands on, creative, and exciting way.\r\n\r\nThese kits give students the chance to build something with their own hands, try new ideas, make mistakes, and come up with creative solutions. For many young students, this kind of experience can be the spark that makes them excited to learn more about science, technology, engineering, and math.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students can explore their curiosity while developing important skills like problem-solving, teamwork, creativity, and perseverance. Most importantly, they get to experience the joy of saying, \"I made this!\"\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students and their futures. Thank you for helping make STEM more accessible, engaging, and fun for our youngest learners.","fullyFundedDate":1775866900132,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-science-to-life/10113181/","projectTitle":"Bringing Science to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buzzeo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459283"},{"teacherId":9459283,"projectId":10255233,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of cleaning and classroom supplies. Your kindness provided our classroom with much needed items such as cleaning supplies, tissues, soap, and bandages.\r\n\r\nThese supplies make a meaningful difference in our classroom every day. Having tissues and soap helps us maintain good hygiene, while cleaning supplies allow us to keep our learning environment clean, comfortable, and welcoming.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our students and helping us create a healthy, safe, and positive place to learn. We truly appreciate your generosity and the difference you are making in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nWith sincere gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1778023399158,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-healthy-classroom/10255233/","projectTitle":"Clean and Healthy Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buzzeo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459283"},{"teacherId":9459283,"projectId":10113556,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our students by providing the art supplies needed for our STEM projects! Your generosity has given our Pre-K through 8th grade students the opportunity to learn, create, experiment, and solve problems in ways that make STEM exciting and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWith these supplies, students are able to turn their ideas into something they can actually see, touch, test, and improve. Whether they are designing structures, creating models, exploring engineering challenges, or using their creativity to find solutions, the materials allow students to approach STEM as both scientists and artists.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' creativity, curiosity, and future. Your generosity is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1776816992004,"projectUrl":"project/expressing-creativity/10113556/","projectTitle":"Expressing Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buzzeo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459283"},{"teacherId":10220123,"projectId":10339856,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, my students have been given a bright new beginning filled with opportunities to learn, explore, and grow. As medically fragile, nonverbal learners, they thrive when provided with hands-on, engaging materials that support their unique learning styles. These new classroom resources have increased student engagement, encouraged communication, strengthened fine motor skills, and created meaningful opportunities for exploration and discovery. Every smile, successful interaction, and moment of curiosity reminds us how powerful the right tools can be. Your support has helped create a classroom where every child feels included, capable, and excited to participate in learning each day. Because of your kindness, my students are building confidence, celebrating important milestones, and discovering new abilities every day. Thank you for believing in their potential and helping us create a welcoming classroom where bright new learners can truly shine and reach their fullest potential.","fullyFundedDate":1781713472152,"projectUrl":"project/bright-new-learners/10339856/","projectTitle":"Bright New Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rosario","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10220123_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756081340497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10220123"},{"teacherId":10220123,"projectId":10291516,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, my students now have access to interactive ABC books that make literacy engaging, meaningful, and fun. As medically fragile, nonverbal learners, they benefit from books that encourage active participation through sound, touch, and exploration. These interactive resources have increased student engagement while supporting early literacy, communication, vocabulary development, and letter recognition in ways that meet each child's unique learning needs. Watching students press buttons, listen to letter sounds, point to pictures, and eagerly participate during story time has been an incredible joy. These books are helping create positive early reading experiences while building confidence and curiosity about language. Your generosity has transformed literacy into an exciting, hands-on adventure where every student can participate and succeed. Thank you for believing in my students and helping create a classroom where learning is accessible, interactive, and filled with opportunities to grow, communicate, and discover every day.","fullyFundedDate":1780499192202,"projectUrl":"project/sound-learn-and-grow-with-interactive/10291516/","projectTitle":"Sound, Learn, and Grow With Interactive Abc Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rosario","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10220123_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756081340497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10220123"},{"teacherId":10220123,"projectId":10198832,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has become a calmer, more engaging environment where every student has the opportunity to learn through exploration. My students are medically fragile, nonverbal learners who often rely on sensory experiences to regulate their emotions, communicate, and interact with the world around them. The calming light resources you provided have created a peaceful space that encourages curiosity, reduces anxiety, and helps students remain engaged throughout the school day. Watching students pause to explore glowing lights, make choices, communicate their preferences, and simply enjoy moments of calm has been truly rewarding. These experiences support emotional regulation while creating meaningful opportunities for learning and connection. Your kindness has made a lasting difference by helping us create a classroom where students feel safe, supported, and excited to discover new things. 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