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The students recognized that, unfortunately, some of their peers may not always have simple necessities such as a pencil, highlighter, or clipboard.\r\n\r\nBecause of the generosity of our donors, my students no longer have to worry about whether they have something to write with or the supplies they need to participate. Having these resources available has created a more comfortable and less stressful learning environment for them.\r\nMy students were extremely excited when they first saw the materials! They immediately noticed the variety of supplies and were especially excited about the sensory items. They appreciated having classroom materials readily available and knowing that they could use what they needed without feeling embarrassed or stressed about not having their own supplies.\r\n\r\nIt was wonderful to see their excitement, but even more meaningful was seeing how the supplies gave them a sense of comfort and belonging. They knew that they were prepared to participate in class just like everyone else. \r\nOur next steps are to continue using these resources to support daily learning, organization, participation, and student well-being. Students will continue using the clipboards and writing supplies during assignments, group activities, and discussions. The calendar and hall passes will also help students build independence and responsibility within the classroom.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, I want to continue creating a classroom where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. These resources are helping remove small barriers that can become major distractions for students. Thanks to our donors, my students can focus less on what they may be missing and more on learning, participating, and being successful.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful to everyone who donated. You are the reason my students can walk into the classroom feeling prepared, comfortable, and supported. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in their school experience.","fullyFundedDate":1779310213247,"projectUrl":"project/bright-beginnings/10271480/","projectTitle":"Bright Beginnings","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pitre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10500243_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787423324328","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10500243"},{"teacherId":9454957,"projectId":10168662,"letterContent":"With this reliable, high-performance device, I am able to seamlessly design, organize, and facilitate a \"Building Thinking Classrooms\" model. The processing power and portability allow me to quickly build rich tasks, manage real-time student data, and project dynamic visual prompts that get students up on their feet and collaborating in randomized groups. Having a high-speed laptop streamlined my workflow so I can focus entirely on circulating the room, supporting diverse learners, and fostering active problem-solving.\r\n\r\nBecause of The DonorsChoose Community, I have the essential technology needed to drive an active, thinking-centered classroom every single day. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1776121302269,"projectUrl":"project/building-thinking-systems-empowering-le/10168662/","projectTitle":"Building Thinking Systems: Empowering Leadership Through Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Jack","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9454957_orig.jpg?crop=1263,1263,x0,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787680498540","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-jack"},{"teacherId":9459143,"projectId":10134257,"letterContent":"I just wanted to take a moment to thank you again for your generous donations. The projector was a life saver until I was able to get a screen installed a couple weeks ago (yay!). The AC and fans have been giving some MUCH NEEDED respite from the heat. Kids are seeking my room out as a place to cool off now, which is not something I'd ever imagine saying. Because of your contrubutions, my classroom has become much more physically comfortable and that is what is needed to make the learning happen!\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the snacks and waters were such a hit! I received many teacher appreciation letters this year and in so many of them, students mentioned that they greatly appreciated being able to come to me for a snack or drink when they needed it the most. I couldn't have provided that without you guys.\r\n\r\nSo, from the bottom of my heart--thank you, thank you, thank you!! :)","fullyFundedDate":1773178782703,"projectUrl":"project/safe-comfortable-and-fed/10134257/","projectTitle":"Safe, Comfortable, and Fed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dottori","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9459143_orig.png?crop=355,355,x15,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772808912430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9459143"},{"teacherId":9692731,"projectId":10004908,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the wonderful supplies you sent to my classroom. I unpacked them and shared with my students who got very excited. We started using some of these supplies like the Clorox wipes to keep the desks clean through the allergy season, but as it is almost the end of the school year, we will continue through the beginning of next school year. \r\nWe are determined to keep the classroom clean and encourage everyone to contribute to having a safe learning environment. The wipes and floor cleaning supplies will ensure the space is disinfected so that the students stay healthy and not get sick so easily.\r\nIn addition, we appreciate the writing supplies (the highlighters, the glue sticks and the stickers) which will ensure we are off to a good start in August when we are setting up the classroom for good organizational and learning habits.\r\nPlease know your contribution and generosity are immensely appreciated in these times when supplies in public schools are so scarce.","fullyFundedDate":1777941561491,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-learn/10004908/","projectTitle":"Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dima","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9692731_orig.jpg?crop=1016,1016,x0,y307&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726698054134","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9692731"},{"teacherId":6936724,"projectId":9786579,"letterContent":"For far too long, our school community struggled with an ongoing mold issue that impacted the comfort, health, and learning environment of both students and staff. Many classrooms experienced poor air quality, unpleasant odors, and conditions that triggered headaches, allergies, asthma, and difficulty concentrating. Students could not learn effectively when they were worried about feeling sick or uncomfortable in their classrooms.\r\n\r\nThis project helped provide resources and materials that improved classroom conditions, created cleaner spaces, and supported the well-being of everyone who walked through our doors each day. Every student deserves a safe, healthy environment where they can focus on learning rather than the physical conditions around them.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this project extended far beyond the items themselves. By supporting this effort, donors helped students feel more comfortable, more focused, and more motivated to come to school each day. A healthier classroom environment improved attendance, engagement, and overall morale throughout our school community.\r\n\r\nYour generosity sent a powerful message to students and staff that their health, education, and daily experiences mattered. Thank you for helping us work toward a cleaner, safer, and more supportive learning environment for all.","fullyFundedDate":1766504420727,"projectUrl":"project/breaking-the-mold-remedying-our-school/9786579/","projectTitle":"Breaking the Mold: Remedying Our School's Never-Ending Mold Issue","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. S","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6936724_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x252,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1621856919582","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-s-gsarocks"},{"teacherId":6936724,"projectId":10112700,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to support books for our students. Your contribution is more than just a gift; it is an investment in curiosity, imagination, and opportunity. Because of you, students have greater access to stories that reflect their lives, challenge their thinking, and inspire their growth.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create a classroom where reading is not just an assignment, but an experience, one where every student can find a book that speaks to them. These books will be used, shared, discussed, and remembered long after they are first opened.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your kindness and commitment to education. Your generosity is already making a meaningful difference in our students' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1771850429542,"projectUrl":"project/independent-reading/10112700/","projectTitle":"Independent Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. S","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6936724_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x252,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1621856919582","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-s-gsarocks"},{"teacherId":1233651,"projectId":9961746,"letterContent":"Thank you for choosing to donate to students with visual impairments. We really appreciate your kindness and generosity.\r\n\r\nOur students will get a lot of use out of the new school supplies. They will help them learn and grow mathematically each and every day! Having these adapted materials will help them succeed.\r\n\r\nWe can't thank you enough for supporting us. We are so lucky to have such wonderful donors like you. These materials will be used by many students throughout this school year and for many more years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1774631471966,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies/9961746/","projectTitle":"School Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chiappetta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1233651_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1653516532647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jchiappetta"},{"teacherId":9457186,"projectId":9680414,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I would like to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our classroom project. Your support has provided us with the essential manipulatives and hands-on resources that our Life Skills students need to thrive.\r\n\r\nMy students are full of curiosity and creativity, but many require extra support to fully express themselves and engage with our curriculum. These materials are more than just classroom tools; they are keys that unlock access to writing, reading, classification, and emotional understanding. By exploring science and life skills in tangible, meaningful ways, my students can now approach challenges at their own pace.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, accessibility is increased, confidence is growing and cCommunity is strengthened. These resources provide opportunities for peer collaboration, helping our students grow socially and emotionally in a fully inclusive environment.\r\n\r\nYour donation has empowered my students to discover their potential and feel valued within our school community. We are excited to start using these materials to build the practical skills they will use for the rest of their lives.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for investing in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1767132573409,"projectUrl":"project/explore-create-succeed-together/9680414/","projectTitle":"Explore, Create, Succeed Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maria Soldado Soler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9457186_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748719191556","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mariasoldado"},{"teacherId":9464167,"projectId":9956267,"letterContent":"When we first received the donation of snacks and food items, I watched our students' faces transform with genuine relief and gratitude. Many of our learners stay after school for activities, tutoring, and enrichment programs, and they often arrive hungry—without access to food during those extended hours. Your donation meant that students no longer had to choose between staying for learning opportunities and going home hungry, and I could see how much this simple provision of nourishment meant to them.\r\nYour generosity extended far beyond our daily classroom needs. During Ramadan, I was able to use some of the snacks you provided to create goodie bags for our Iftar celebration—the meal that breaks the fast at sunset. Seeing our Muslim students and staff break their fast together, surrounded by care and community, was truly special. The food you donated helped us honor this important religious observance and showed our students that their traditions and needs are valued and supported in our school community. It transformed a simple donation into an act of cultural respect and inclusion.\r\nYour contribution addressed something fundamental: when students' basic needs are met, they can focus on learning, growth, and belonging. Students who stayed for after-school programs had the energy and comfort to fully engage. Our community felt more connected and cared for during Ramadan. Your investment in our students' wellbeing—both physically and emotionally—has made our classroom a warmer, more welcoming place.\r\n\r\nThank you for recognizing that sometimes the most powerful gift is meeting students where they are.","fullyFundedDate":1767238437062,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-students-success-with-healthy-s/9956267/","projectTitle":"Fueling Students' Success with Healthy Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elkamah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9464167_orig.jpg?crop=4169,4169,x114,y714&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768250676366","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9464167"},{"teacherId":1233651,"projectId":10095900,"letterContent":"Thank you for choosing to donate to students with visual impairments. We really appreciate your kindness and generosity.\r\n\r\nOur students will get a lot of use out of the new math materials. They will help them learn and grow mathematically each and every day! Having these adapted materials will help them succeed.\r\n\r\nWe can't thank you enough for supporting us. We are so lucky to have such wonderful donors like you. These materials will be used by many students throughout this school year and for many more years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1772803718639,"projectUrl":"project/math-materials/10095900/","projectTitle":"Math Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chiappetta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1233651_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1653516532647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jchiappetta"},{"teacherId":1233651,"projectId":10033923,"letterContent":"Thank you for choosing to donate to our students with visual impairments. We are so lucky to have such wonderful donors like you.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generous donation to help fund our interactive materials for the vision department. The new materials have already been received and put to use. The students and teachers were so excited to receive new materials to use. They will get plenty of use throughout this year and for years to come. We couldn't be happier to receive our new supplies.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your kindness and for supporting students with visual impairments. It means a lot to us to know we have your support. We are thrilled to have these new resources.","fullyFundedDate":1770309239558,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-learning-toys/10033923/","projectTitle":"Interactive Learning Toys","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chiappetta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1233651_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1653516532647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jchiappetta"},{"teacherId":1233651,"projectId":9940502,"letterContent":"Thank you for choosing to donate to our students with visual impairments. We are so lucky to have such wonderful donors like you. \r\n\r\nWe have started using Lesson Pix and it is amazing! It opens up so many new opportunities for our students. We have been able to create unique schedules using pictures of realistic objects belonging to the student. We have also been able to create first, then boards - setting up our students for success. 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