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For a student who has oral seeking behaviors, an oral chewy is the only way they can focus. For a student who seeks movement, a therapy ball provides their bodies the input they need to actually be present during instruction. \r\nWhen I introduce these tools to the kids, I give them a visual choice board. This has icons of each tool for them to choose from. We document what strategies help wake their bodies up or calm their bodies down. We monitor which tools help us focus and which help us reset after frustration. These may not seem like major adjustments, but for a kid whose sensory needs are finally met, these make all the difference in the world.\r\n\r\nI cannot thank you enough to empowering our kids to regulate their bodies at school. 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Your kindness went a long way in boosting morale and making everyone's day just a little more brighter. \r\n\r\nThank you again, it means so much!","fullyFundedDate":1772045520010,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-students-and-teachers/9904582/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Students and Teachers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lytle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3043120_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1501592353911","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-blytle"},{"teacherId":3043120,"projectId":9134110,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom. Testing can often be a source of fear and anxiety for students. We try hard to shift that mindset and help them feel excited to show what they know. One way we do achieve this is through test prep.\r\n\r\nWe work hard to make test prep an enjoyable experience and a way to boost our students' confidence. 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Your donation not only supplies important equipment but also shows our learners that people believe in their potential—thank you for investing in their education and daily classroom experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1743528777792,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-see-the-world-in-color/9206442/","projectTitle":"Help Us See the World in Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Woodley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8723611_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x123,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777655427804","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8723611"},{"teacherId":8723611,"projectId":9133202,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting us and helping us secure essential classroom materials. Your generosity helped us get, highlighters, erasers, binders, pencils, pens, and more to reach 60 students across the grade. These supplies make daily learning smoother, help students stay organized, and boost their confidence during lessons and assessments. Your kindness directly impacts their ability to participate fully and feel prepared. We are deeply grateful for your support and belief in our classroom — it makes a real difference every day.","fullyFundedDate":1746790799507,"projectUrl":"project/organized-chaos-in-4th-grade/9133202/","projectTitle":"Organized Chaos in 4th Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Woodley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8723611_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x123,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777655427804","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8723611"},{"teacherId":8953995,"projectId":9934330,"letterContent":"Thank you all so much for your generous support of our project. Your financial gift purchased perfect attendance items and event snacks that served as meaningful motivators for our young learners. 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Thank you for investing in their future and helping them see themselves as thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers.","fullyFundedDate":1766067035225,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-stem-through-play-hands-on-ma/9687090/","projectTitle":"Exploring STEM Through Play: Hands-On Materials for Curious Pre-K Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. B.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4059597_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535665449827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-bencherki"},{"teacherId":308162,"projectId":10096244,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping provide markers for my students. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference in their learning and creativity.\r\n\r\nMy students love making all kinds of art, and having access to a variety of markers allows them to explore new techniques, add vibrant color to their work, and express their ideas more freely. Many of my students come from low-income homes and are not able to purchase their own art supplies, so your support helps ensure that every child has the materials they need to participate and feel successful.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students can focus on creating, experimenting, and discovering their artistic voices. Thank you for believing in the power of art and for helping make our classroom a place where creativity can truly flourish.","fullyFundedDate":1771519980173,"projectUrl":"project/cant-draw-without-markers/10096244/","projectTitle":"Can't Draw Without Markers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schorn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp308162_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514247657548","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/greta-schorn"},{"teacherId":308162,"projectId":9907987,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring LED light boxes to my students. 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Thank you for believing in my students and for helping make our classroom a more inspiring place to learn and create.","fullyFundedDate":1765415296733,"projectUrl":"project/stem-love-for-drawing/9907987/","projectTitle":"STEM Love for Drawing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schorn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp308162_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514247657548","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/greta-schorn"},{"teacherId":308162,"projectId":10009910,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our watercolor art project. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom and in the lives of my students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, my students now have the proper watercolor paper and brushes they need to fully explore this beautiful art medium. What was once a challenge — using materials that did not work — has become an exciting opportunity for creativity, success, and pride. They were thrilled to finally see their contour drawings of seashells come to life with watercolor.\r\n\r\nIn a high-need school where resources are limited, your kindness shows my students that people believe in them and care about their learning. They are not only creating beautiful artwork to take home, but they are also building confidence, patience, and a love for art that will stay with them.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making this experience possible and for bringing joy and inspiration into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769178273940,"projectUrl":"project/drip-drip-splash/10009910/","projectTitle":"Drip, Drip, Splash","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schorn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp308162_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514247657548","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/greta-schorn"},{"teacherId":308162,"projectId":9682804,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring LED light boxes to my students. Your generosity means more than you know.\r\n\r\nMy students absolutely love animation and drawing, and these light boxes will open up so many creative possibilities for them. 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Your help in providing snacks for students when they are hungry and wet wipes to help keep their faces clean makes a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, students can focus on learning, feel comfortable, and truly enjoy their time at school. 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