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They've become a regular part of our centers now, and I'm looking forward to watching those little hands get steadier and stronger with practice.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we'll keep building on these skills through our daily routines and play-based learning. Thank you for investing in my students in such a hands-on way. 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It's become part of our daily rhythm now, and it's given me a simple tool to reset the room before we dive back into learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're using that regained time for our letter and number work, circle time, and all the little routines that build the foundation for kindergarten. Thank you for giving my class this resource. It's made a bigger difference than I expected, and I'm grateful you took the time to invest in us.","fullyFundedDate":1787715570265,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focus-a-classroom-snack-cart/10461176/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focus: A Classroom Snack Cart","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Woolery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3515568_orig.jpg?crop=1169,1170,x0,y257&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708054855911","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3515568"},{"teacherId":224698,"projectId":10222151,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom. Teaching in an Urban setting makes it challenging when resources run out or are not available. I have always explained to my students that the world is filled with people who have big hearts. When I shared the news with my students that our class project was fully funded, they were so excited. This was the proof I needed for them to see the truth behind my words.\r\n\r\nEvery year becomes more challenging then the one before. This is definitely a blessing to have incentives and rewards in the classroom for students to earn. Thank you again to all the donors for their generosity and thoughtfulness. We are very appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1777983772820,"projectUrl":"project/the-win-bin/10222151/","projectTitle":"The Win Bin!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nolan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp224698_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579664083417","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/224698"},{"teacherId":3515568,"projectId":9458924,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your generous donation to my kindergarten classroom through DonorsChoose. Your support made it possible for me to provide my students with age-appropriate materials that truly enrich their learning experience every single day. From manipulatives that build early fine motor skills to sensory resources that support emotional regulation, every item you funded directly impacts how my kindergarteners explore, discover, and grow.\r\nWhat moves me most is knowing that your kindness reached real children in a real classroom. These materials don't just sit on shelves, they're in the hands of five and six-year-olds who are experiencing wonder, building confidence, and developing crucial foundational skills during one of the most important years of their education. Your generosity says to these young learners: \"You matter. Your learning matters. Your growth matters.\"\r\nThank you for believing in public education and for choosing to invest in my students. Teachers like me are so grateful for donors like you who understand that a well-resourced classroom transforms not just academic outcomes, but childhood itself. 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This was the proof I needed for them to see the truth behind my words.\r\n\r\nEvery year becomes more challenging then the one before. Many of my students are coming to school hungry and not able to concentrate. An empty stomach makes it difficult to get through the day. This is definitely a blessing to have extra snacks in the classroom. Thank you again to all the donors for their generosity and thoughtfulness. We are very appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1775643467468,"projectUrl":"project/munchie-madness/10151938/","projectTitle":"Munchie Madness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nolan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp224698_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579664083417","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/224698"},{"teacherId":6055479,"projectId":9665790,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous donation to my project. Your kindness and support mean so much to both me and my students. Because of your contribution, my students can walk the halls with brilliant colors to brighten their day! \r\n\r\nYour generosity helps create a positive and inspiring learning environment where every student has the tools they need to succeed. It's encouraging to know that there are people like you who care deeply about education and the success of our students.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my class, please accept our heartfelt gratitude. Your thoughtful donation has made a real difference, and we are truly thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1761053879437,"projectUrl":"project/board-of-brilliance/9665790/","projectTitle":"Board of Brilliance!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6055479_orig.jpg?crop=1320,1320,x745,y1239&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756562362069","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wilson-grade4"},{"teacherId":224698,"projectId":9900700,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom. Teaching in an Urban setting makes it challenging when resources run out or are not available. I have always explained to my students that the world is filled with people who have big hearts. When I shared the news with my students that our class project was fully funded, they were so excited. This was the proof I needed for them to see the truth behind my words.\r\n\r\nEvery year becomes more challenging then the one before. This is definitely a blessing to have incentives and rewards in the classroom for students to earn. Thank you again to all the donors for their generosity and thoughtfulness. We are very appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1764783953498,"projectUrl":"project/catch-them-being-awesome/9900700/","projectTitle":"Catch Them Being Awesome!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nolan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp224698_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579664083417","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/224698"},{"teacherId":224698,"projectId":9677904,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom. Teaching in an Urban setting makes it challenging when resources run out or are not available. I have always explained to my students that the world is filled with people who have big hearts. When I shared the news with my students that our class project was fully funded, they were so excited. This was the proof I needed for them to see the truth behind my words.\r\n\r\nEvery year becomes more challenging then the one before. Many of my students are coming to school hungry and not able to concentrate. An empty stomach makes it difficult to get through the day. This is definitely a blessing to have extra snacks in the classroom. Thank you again to all the donors for their generosity and thoughtfulness. We are very appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1763134710320,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-the-body/9677904/","projectTitle":"Fuel the Body","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nolan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp224698_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579664083417","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/224698"},{"teacherId":3786809,"projectId":9469786,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our first week read aloud project. The first week of second grade is all about building relationships and getting to know our class as a family. I love starting off the year with fun, social emotional read alouds and a craft to build interest and love of learning in our classroom. The students truly enjoyed all of the new varieties of colored paper we had available. The best part was when they got to choose new fun books for class read alouds. 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The students were encouraging themselves and each other to follow our Code of Honor. \r\n\r\nThank you for your continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1721757041299,"projectUrl":"project/rewarding-positive-behavior/8301259/","projectTitle":"Rewarding Positive Behavior","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3786809_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1478738370872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3786809"},{"teacherId":6053613,"projectId":9666055,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in funding my project. I have been able to use the folders to color code and differentiate my student's work. Now they can find their work easily and with no papers messed up! The yellow folders used for communication to and from school are now easily seen by parents and kids are able to find them too. \r\n\r\nI couldn't have done this without your support and I hope you continue to support projects like mine. Teaching is my passion and I know that it takes a village to raise a child...but I have 22!","fullyFundedDate":1757887182883,"projectUrl":"project/folder-frenzy/9666055/","projectTitle":"Folder Frenzy!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6053613_orig.jpg?crop=1914,1914,x401,y1080&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756571889984","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-leduc"},{"teacherId":224698,"projectId":9704533,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom with the purchase of my color printer. Teaching in an Urban setting makes it challenging when resources run out. 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