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This simple addition has transformed reading time into one of the most engaging parts of our day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has created a lasting impact on my students' love for reading and their sense of ownership in our classroom. Thank you for believing in them and supporting their learning journey!","fullyFundedDate":1757450532176,"projectUrl":"project/help-build-our-classroom-library/9693100/","projectTitle":"Help Build Our Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perelman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8938459_orig.jpg?crop=4129,4129,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732999249578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8938459"},{"teacherId":8938459,"projectId":9187728,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to my autism classroom! Because of your support, we were able to finish the year strong with new materials that kept my students engaged and happy right up until the last day of school.\r\n\r\nAs educators, we have all had to personally purchase our own supplies, and it is very challenging to keep up with both personal and classroom expenses. Your generosity made it possible to provide supplies that will benefit my classroom, not only this school year, but for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1742943021653,"projectUrl":"project/please-help-support-our-special-educatio/9187728/","projectTitle":"Please Help Support Our Special Education Autism Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perelman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8938459_orig.jpg?crop=4129,4129,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732999249578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8938459"},{"teacherId":8938459,"projectId":9165612,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting our classroom as we wrapped up the school year. Your contribution of organizational resources came at the perfect time—helping us finish strong, stay grounded in our routines, and maintain a calm, structured environment through the final stretch.\r\n\r\nThese resources allowed me to provide individualized support to students who thrive on consistency and visual structure. Your kindness helped reduce stress, promote independence, and ensure that each child had what they needed to feel successful every single day.\r\n\r\nIt's hard to put into words how much your support means—not just to me, but to every student in our class who felt more confident, more capable, and more seen because of your gift.","fullyFundedDate":1742763837102,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-every-learner-organization-a/9165612/","projectTitle":"Supporting Every Learner: Organization and Supplies for My Autism Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perelman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8938459_orig.jpg?crop=4129,4129,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732999249578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8938459"},{"teacherId":8029895,"projectId":8980811,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our Classroom Family Engagement Learning Packs Library! With all the components set up and systems in place, students, first and foremost, have been ecstatic to take home an activity to complete with their families! The excitement to check out another game is equivalent to children at a candy store eager to try the next new candy! The joy and excitement to engage in learning at home has been a source of fuel and joy for new as their teacher. \r\n\r\nParents are also feeling the joy of learning as their children check out games and await eagerly to play together at home. Parents have shared that having the games provide them a clear way to teach and support specific learning skills. Moreover, the families have all shared how much they love seeing the enthusiasm to show their learning and \"teach\" their families learning skills through the activities. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has been the fuel to extending learning, engaging families, and installing enthusiasm for learning! \r\n\r\nThank you so much. Your impact has been greater than you could possibly imagine! I send you my sincerest gratitude from me, my students, and our families!","fullyFundedDate":1734536321015,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-family-engagement-learning-pac/8980811/","projectTitle":"Classroom Family Engagement Learning Packs Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Suh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8029895_orig.jpg?crop=738,738,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658081813610","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-suh"},{"teacherId":8938459,"projectId":9037706,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your kindness and generosity in supporting my classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your donations, I was able to purchase essential sensory items that help my students stay regulated, engaged, and ready to learn. \r\n\r\nAs a special education teacher, I see firsthand how crucial these tools are in creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The sensory items you made possible have already made a difference—helping my students feel more comfortable, focused, and successful throughout their school day. \r\n\r\nYour generosity means the world to me and to my students. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for making such a meaningful impact on their education and well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1737637666333,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-furniture-for-emotional-regulat/9037706/","projectTitle":"\"Sensory Furniture for Emotional Regulation in Autism Classroom\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perelman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8938459_orig.jpg?crop=4129,4129,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732999249578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8938459"},{"teacherId":8938459,"projectId":9074864,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the Teachers Pay Teachers gift card. Your thoughtful gift has made such a difference in my classroom, allowing me to supplement my learning materials with engaging and meaningful resources for my students. \r\n\r\nI've already put the gift card to great use, purchasing a variety of materials, including **daily reflection sheets, academic reading activities, and math games**. These resources have added so much value to our daily lessons, helping to reinforce key concepts in an interactive and student-friendly way. The daily reflection sheets, in particular, have been a great way to encourage my students to process their learning and build self-awareness, while the academic games have made reading and math practice both fun and effective. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support—it truly means so much to me and my students!","fullyFundedDate":1737637038785,"projectUrl":"project/boosting-learning-with-teacher-pay-teach/9074864/","projectTitle":"Boosting Learning With Teacher Pay Teacher Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perelman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8938459_orig.jpg?crop=4129,4129,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732999249578","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8938459"},{"teacherId":8938459,"projectId":8518762,"letterContent":"I hope this note finds you well. I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, we now have snacks for the kiddos!\r\n\r\nYour donation is helping to ensure that my students can focus on learning without the distraction of hunger. For many of my students, these snacks provide the energy and comfort they need to thrive during the school day. Seeing their smiles and hearing their excited chatter when they know there's something to eat is such a joy.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is about so much more than just snacks—it's about showing my students that there are people out there who care about their well-being and believe in their potential. It's a reminder that kindness and generosity can truly make a difference in their lives.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping to fill not only their bellies but also their hearts with gratitude and joy. 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