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Having these resources printed on sturdy, colorful paper makes the language supports highly engaging and built to survive the high-energy environment of a busy school day.\r\n\r\nBeyond the academic materials, the health and safety supplies have provided an incredible layer of comfort and security for our classroom community. Having a reliable stock of tissues, hand sanitizer, paper towels, and gloves means we can quickly handle the daily messes of flu and allergy seasons without interrupting our instructional time. Our next steps involve diving into a new thematic unit where students will be using the new folders to compile their writing portfolios and keep their individual language goals organized. Because of your incredible generosity, my students can focus entirely on expanding their English skills in a clean, structured, and beautifully supported environment. Thank you for investing in our daily learning and well-being!","fullyFundedDate":1775935047487,"projectUrl":"project/stronger-materials-stronger-learning/10140837/","projectTitle":"Stronger Materials, Stronger Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez Andujar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9470808_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708126068869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9470808"},{"teacherId":9470808,"projectId":10053679,"letterContent":"The impact of \"Stocking the Studio\" was felt immediately, bringing a vibrant burst of energy into our daily routines. When the boxes arrived and the students saw the fresh packs of crayons, markers, and colored pencils, their faces completely lit up with excitement. The dry-erase markers have already become an indispensable tool for our small-group English language development, allowing my students to quickly sketch out vocabulary meanings, practice spelling patterns, and write out sentences on their individual boards with confidence. Having a steady supply of these markers means we can do quick, interactive checks for understanding that keep everyone engaged and moving forward.\r\n\r\nWe recently used our new colorful basics during a collaborative project where students created detailed, illustrated story maps to break down the narrative elements of a text we read together. For multilingual learners, being able to pair their developing English vocabulary with bright, clear illustrations is a vital step in showing comprehension and building confidence. Moving forward, our next step is to use these supplies for an upcoming research project where students will design informative posters to practice their speaking and presentation skills. Your generosity has ensured that my students have the high-quality visual tools they need to make their language learning visible and engaging every single day. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1773104182793,"projectUrl":"project/stocking-the-studio-colorful-basics-for/10053679/","projectTitle":"Stocking the Studio: Colorful Basics for Busy Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez Andujar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9470808_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708126068869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9470808"},{"teacherId":9470808,"projectId":10094186,"letterContent":"The impact of \"Our Multilingual Stars are Glowing with Success!\" was absolutely magical, bringing a vibrant and unforgettable celebration to our school auditorium for all of our ML students. When the students first walked in and saw the entire auditorium completely transformed with the neon decorations, their jaws literally dropped. After putting so much effort and intense focus into their demanding English language proficiency assessments, seeing a huge school space lit up just for them gave them an immediate, well-deserved sense of pride. The potato chips and juice turned our massive gathering into a true community party where students from different classrooms could finally relax, laugh, and celebrate the immense grit they showed during testing.\r\n\r\nFor our multilingual learners, this school-wide celebration was a powerful reminder that their hard work and progress are deeply valued by our entire community. The neon theme was a perfect symbol for how much they shine, and the relaxed auditorium atmosphere allowed them to connect and practice their conversational English naturally with peers in a joyful, low-stress environment. Moving forward, our next steps are all about closing out the school year on a strong note and carrying this positive momentum forward. Leaving them with such a bright memory ensures that when they face this difficult test again next year, they will approach it with confidence instead of anxiety, knowing exactly how capable they are. 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In a large school, \"accidents\" and wet socks from a rainy recess are just part of daily life, and previously, our nurse often had to scramble to find spare clothes or call parents away from work. Seeing her face light up knowing she now has a dedicated supply of brand-new socks and underwear was a highlight of my week. It's such a relief to know that when a student is in need, we can help them preserve their dignity and get them back to their lessons within minutes.\r\n\r\nMy students might not always realize where these supplies come from, but the sense of security they provide is felt every day. When a student has a wardrobe mishap, it can be a source of real anxiety or embarrassment; having these fresh resources on hand turns a potentially stressful day into a quick, easy fix. Now that our \"emergency kit\" is replenished, my students can keep their focus exactly where it belongs: on their learning and growth. We are moving forward with our current units with much more confidence, knowing that our basic needs are covered thanks to your incredible kindness. Thank you for helping me look out for my kids in such a practical and meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1768591040624,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-first-underwear-and-socks-to-he/9761685/","projectTitle":"Comfort First: Underwear and Socks to Help Students Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez Andujar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9470808_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708126068869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9470808"},{"teacherId":9470808,"projectId":9656239,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful difference in my classroom by creating a more inviting and supportive learning environment for my students. The beanbags have transformed our reading corner into a cozy, comfortable space where students are excited to sit, relax, and engage with books for longer periods of time. What has been most exciting is seeing students who were previously reluctant readers now choosing to visit the reading corner independently and stay focused for longer periods. Having a comfortable space has helped them associate reading with enjoyment rather than pressure, which is especially important for building lifelong reading habits.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the color printer ink has allowed me to create vibrant, high-quality materials that directly support student learning. Many of my multilingual learners benefit from visual supports such as color-coded vocabulary cards, graphic organizers, and reading activities. These materials make lessons more accessible and easier to understand, helping students connect new words and concepts more effectively. 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When the uniform pants arrived, students were excited and relieved to know that help was available when they needed it. Some pants were given directly to students who needed them right away, while the remaining items were placed in our school nurse's office to be distributed in cases of need or emergency.\r\n\r\nMy students felt proud and supported knowing that the donations came from people in their own neighborhood who care about their well-being. This sense of community support has helped boost their confidence and allowed them to focus more fully on learning. 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Some of the shirts were given directly to students who needed them right away, and the rest were placed in our school nurse's office, where they are now available to support students in cases of need or emergencies. Knowing these resources are readily available brings comfort and reassurance to both students and staff.\r\n\r\nMy students were truly happy and proud to learn that the support came from people in their own neighborhood. It reminded them that their community cares about them and believes in their success. 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They use it to meditate and think about how to change their behavior positively,\r\n The printer helps us make crafts for Christmas, color pictures, and make copies of the animal investigation project. The shapes and the texture allow them to identify and learn the names of the shapes, and help them to develop their math skills. The wheel allowed my students to read words and identify syllables. Every single material helps them to increase their grades and reading levels at school.\r\nThank you for everything you're doing for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1759421612018,"projectUrl":"project/improving-classroom-environment/9552024/","projectTitle":"Improving Classroom Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Velazquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2548680_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1540053332569","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/velazquez"},{"teacherId":9470808,"projectId":9294885,"letterContent":"When the supplies arrived, my students were so excited to see everything, especially the markers and Play-Doh. They quickly used the skin-tone markers to draw self-portraits and posters, which gave us a chance to build vocabulary as they described themselves and their classmates. 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Thanks to these resources, my students are learning language in fun, creative, and meaningful ways every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1746785435204,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-keep-our-classroom-running-smoo/9294885/","projectTitle":"Tools to Keep Our Classroom Running Smoothly!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez Andujar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9470808_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708126068869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9470808"},{"teacherId":9470808,"projectId":9119484,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students and I have been able to make incredible use of the supplies you provided! The moment the boxes arrived, my students were eager to open them, and the pencils, pens, glue sticks, and markers quickly became part of our daily lessons. These tools are giving every child the confidence to write, create, and share without worrying about not having what they need. The storage bins, laminating sheets, timers, and colorful Expo markers have made our classroom more organized, engaging, and fun, while the tissues, soap, and disinfecting wipes are keeping everyone healthy.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, my students are using these resources to complete projects, practice problem-solving, and build independence with classroom jobs. Having these essentials means they can focus fully on learning instead of worrying about supplies. Most importantly, your kindness has shown them that there are people who believe in their education and success. We are so grateful for your support in helping create a classroom where students feel prepared, valued, and inspired to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1745847085063,"projectUrl":"project/help-keep-our-classroom-clean-stocked/9119484/","projectTitle":"\"Help Keep Our Classroom Clean & Stocked for Success!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez Andujar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9470808_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708126068869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9470808"},{"teacherId":2548680,"projectId":9276353,"letterContent":"My students use these sensory materials to help manage their emotions, provide comfort, and communicate with confidence. It's the first time I watched my students play without crying and being happy. 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