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It helped them get more excited about learning and allowed them to work at their own pace.","fullyFundedDate":1761257122209,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-smothers-shining-stars/9852491/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Smothers' Shining Stars","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smothers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6087835"},{"teacherId":10342062,"projectId":9876162,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. Because of your generosity, my students were able to use hands on materials that made learning more meaningful and engaging. We used items like the Snap Circuits Arcade Kit, magnetism kits, robotics projects, and engineering challenge materials to explore science concepts in a way that felt fun and accessible to students.\r\n\r\nInstead of just reading about electricity, magnetism, or engineering, students were able to build, test, and experiment. 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Thank you for making a real difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762640667094,"projectUrl":"project/stem-literacy/9876162/","projectTitle":"STEM Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dragone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10342062"},{"teacherId":3765870,"projectId":9849810,"letterContent":"Picture this: The bell rings at the start of ELA class. Relaxing music is playing and eighth grade students are already settled in their seats, which are outfitted with colorful, comfortable cushions. Their books are open and they are engaged in their choice reading books - some students are reading realistic fiction about the ups and downs of being teenagers, others are reading non-fiction about world changing advocates and athletes, and others still are reading fantasy texts that stretch their imaginations beyond the limits of the real world. In addition to building their reading stamina, these students are understanding the themes - life lessons beyond the classroom - these texts are designed to teach: Be honest. Treat others with respect. Never give up.\r\n\r\nLater in the day, when these students have to practice literacy skills on the computer, each student puts on a pair of new, fully functional headphones to reduce distractions and \"lock in\" on their practice. The headphones also allow students who need extra support via read aloud the ability to access this support discreetly. Students have paper and post-its to take notes and anchor charts around the room to support their growing understanding. Students, who are growing in confidence, call me over to say: \"I just finished a lesson!\" and \"Check out my pass rate!\"\r\n\r\nTHIS is the reality you have helped to create for 50 young people (and their deeply appreciative teacher). Thank you again for choosing to donate to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1761403424317,"projectUrl":"project/reigniting-a-love-for-reading/9849810/","projectTitle":"Reigniting a Love for Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Borish","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3765870_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y33&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761093846959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3765870"},{"teacherId":6202346,"projectId":9871347,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support of our recent DonorsChoose project. Because of you, our classroom now has sensory tools that create a calmer, more supportive, and more inclusive learning environment for all of our students.\r\nThese materials are already making a meaningful difference. Students who often struggle with focus, self-regulation, or overstimulation now have resources that help them feel grounded and ready to learn. You've given them a sense of comfort, confidence, and belonging—things every child deserves in their school day.\r\nYour kindness has created real, tangible change in our classroom. You didn't just donate items; you invested in our students' well-being, their ability to learn, and their overall classroom experience. We are truly grateful.\r\nThank you again for believing in our students and in the work we do each day. Your generosity will continue to support our learners for years to come","fullyFundedDate":1763484980454,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-tools-to-support-regulation-foc/9871347/","projectTitle":"Sensory Tools to Support Regulation, Focus, in Our Self-Contained Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Diamond","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6202346"},{"teacherId":10313947,"projectId":9833390,"letterContent":"The new seating options in my class have been so wonderful to have. My students love having options about where to sit during our small group time. I have seen an improvement in their attention spans. \r\nThe small group center activities that I received have helped the children get some hands on practice with forming letters and sounds. This kinesthetic learning has improved their memory for letters and the sounds they make. They especially love the magnet boards with the letters. These are growing with them as they move from learning sounds to forming words.","fullyFundedDate":1760801075537,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-supplies/9833390/","projectTitle":"Literacy Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Herlyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10313947"},{"teacherId":3036506,"projectId":9848272,"letterContent":"When our new materials arrived, my first graders' eyes lit up with excitement! They couldn't wait to explore the new books and immediately started sharing stories and favorite characters with their friends. The dry erase boards have become a classroom favorite—students love using them during reading and math centers to practice spelling, sentence writing, and problem-solving in a fun, hands-on way. The snacks have been a quiet but powerful support, ensuring that every student can focus and feel ready to learn each day.\r\nThese resources have truly transformed our classroom. Students are more engaged, confident, and collaborative during lessons. Right now, we're using our new materials during our literacy block to strengthen reading fluency and comprehension, and the dry erase boards are helping us master addition and subtraction facts. Thanks to your generosity, my students are not only learning—they're thriving.","fullyFundedDate":1761063261859,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-blackwells-class/9848272/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Blackwell's Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blackwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3036506_orig.jpg?crop=901,901,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760119383656","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3036506"},{"teacherId":3038578,"projectId":9253524,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, children in my class are discovering that reading isn't just a skill — it's an adventure. Your support has sparked excitement, confidence, and a love of learning in young readers .\r\n\r\nThis year, your impact has been remarkable:\r\n\r\nMy students are now independently engaging with books and reading materials .\r\n\r\nThrough our new Reading Rewards Program, students are earning small prizes for every book they complete — and they're more eager than ever to read!\r\n\r\n\r\nBecause of you, reading has become something children look forward to — not just in school, but at home and in their communities. You've helped transform reading from a challenge into a celebration.\r\n\r\nAs we look ahead, we're excited to expand our rewards program and bring the joy of reading to even more children. Thank you for making this possible. Your generosity is turning stories into success stories.","fullyFundedDate":1746717727044,"projectUrl":"project/the-reading-reward-box/9253524/","projectTitle":"The Reading Reward Box","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bratcher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3038578"},{"teacherId":5031362,"projectId":5324392,"letterContent":"I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for this wonderful donation. The items that we received will greatly impact our students by allowing them to be creative within our learning environment. Although the pandemic slowed our progress, it didn't stop us from learning. We are resilient and will continue to grow.\r\n\r\nMy students were so happy to recieve these items. They were eager to use them. We started by going over the materials and how to use them properly. We then integrated the arts into our everyday curriculum. We are delighted, thankful, and humbled.","fullyFundedDate":1607397167337,"projectUrl":"project/kuumba-is-creativity/5324392/","projectTitle":"Kuumba Is Creativity!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexander","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5031362_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606147778609","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5031362"},{"teacherId":7655034,"projectId":8760978,"letterContent":"Your generosity has no limit! All donations were used as incentives to motivate my students. Thank for your support that helped my students achieve their learning goal in a positive environment. The bean bag is used for the star of the day. My students have been doing their best to win and enjoy sitting on it. All games are used for our mental break time . The tangibles are great rewards that they earn upon completing their assignments. Your donation meant a lot to our community. A sincere thanks and appreciation for helping in establishing a positive relationship with my students.","fullyFundedDate":1729609562050,"projectUrl":"project/positive-environment/8760978/","projectTitle":"Positive Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ibrahim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7655034"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_70851","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":720,"numTeachers":49,"percentFrplEligible":60,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":90,"percentWhite":0,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":4,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"14.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":53.5,"schoolId":70851,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Kuumba Academy Charter School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Kuumba Academy Charter School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/delaware/delaware-department-of-education/kuumba-academy-charter-school/70851"}