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Your support is helping our students build stronger bodies, greater confidence, and a positive.","fullyFundedDate":1785331543621,"projectUrl":"project/building-stronger-healthier-students-th/10386412/","projectTitle":"Building Stronger, Healthier Students Through Fitness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prospere","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5924401_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x39,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755995324352","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prospere"},{"teacherId":5924401,"projectId":10386457,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my students and helping make fitness more engaging. The exercise step platforms will give students opportunities to build strength, balance, coordination, and endurance through step workouts and fitness stations. Students will practice cardio exercises and body weight movements while working at their own fitness levels. The sports whistle will help me organize activities, signal station changes, and keep students focused and safe. Your generosity will provide essential equipment that encourages teamwork, perseverance, confidence, and healthy habits while helping students discover that fitness can be fun and rewarding.","fullyFundedDate":1785331542119,"projectUrl":"project/step-up-for-fitness-and-fun/10386457/","projectTitle":"Step Up for Fitness and Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prospere","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5924401_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x39,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755995324352","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prospere"},{"teacherId":4427940,"projectId":10284587,"letterContent":"My students were excited to have new decodable readers with engaging stories that they could actually read independently! I used the Teachers Pay Teachers gift card to purchase Hello Literacy decodable resources, which have become a valuable addition to our small-group reading instruction. My students are able to apply the phonics skills we are learning while reading stories that are interesting and age-appropriate.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding moments has been watching students realize, \"I can read this!\" Students who sometimes become frustrated when reading are gaining confidence as they successfully sound out words, read sentences, and talk about what they have read. The decodable texts give them repeated opportunities to practice their skills while experiencing the success that helps motivate them to keep trying.\r\n\r\nWe will continue using these resources during small-group instruction, literacy centers, and intervention activities. As students strengthen their decoding and fluency skills, we will continue working toward greater reading independence and comprehension. 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These activities have given my first graders a fun way to practice balance, coordination, strength, and gross motor skills while working together.\r\n\r\nI especially enjoy watching my students encourage one another during our activities. They are learning to follow directions, take turns, communicate with teammates, and keep trying even when an activity is challenging. The scooter boards have turned simple movement breaks into opportunities to build confidence, perseverance, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nWe will continue using these resources during fitness stations, outdoor activities, and cross-curricular lessons. My students are learning that staying active can be fun while also helping them become stronger, more confident, and better teammates. Thank you for providing resources that keep my students moving, learning, and enjoying the benefits of physical activity!","fullyFundedDate":1784310927221,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-fitness-and-fun/10323526/","projectTitle":"Rolling Into Fitness and Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Francois","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4427940_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1492883580360","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4427940"},{"teacherId":4427940,"projectId":10332135,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to see our new soccer equipment! Having soccer balls, goals, cones, agility equipment, and scrimmage vests has transformed our physical activity time into an opportunity for students to learn and practice real soccer skills. They especially enjoy working with partners and small groups as they practice dribbling, passing, shooting, and moving through agility courses.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments has been watching students encourage one another during drills and scrimmages. Students who were initially hesitant to participate became more confident as they practiced their skills. They are learning that improvement takes practice, patience, and perseverance, while also learning how to communicate, take turns, follow directions, and work together as a team.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building our soccer skills through organized drills and small-sided games. As students become more comfortable with the fundamentals, they will have opportunities to apply what they have learned during team scrimmages. These resources have given my students a fun and meaningful way to stay active while developing confidence, cooperation, sportsmanship, and a love for physical activity. 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With careful adult supervision, students can participate in hands-on cooking experiences that bring academic concepts to life. They can measure ingredients, practice following multi-step directions, observe how heat changes food, and work together to complete a task. These experiences allow students to see that the skills they learn in the classroom have real-world applications.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding parts of this project is watching students work together. Cooking and outdoor activities encourage students to communicate, take responsibility, listen to one another, and contribute as part of a team. Students who may not always have opportunities for hands-on experiences outside of school now have a chance to participate in activities that build independence, confidence, and important life skills.\r\n\r\nThe grill has also created opportunities for outdoor celebrations, team-building activities, and special learning experiences. Students are able to step outside the traditional classroom setting, move their bodies, interact with their classmates, and enjoy positive experiences together. These moments help strengthen relationships and contribute to a school environment where students feel connected, valued, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made it possible for my students to experience learning in a way that is active, engaging, and memorable. The grill represents an opportunity to turn an ordinary outdoor space into a place where students can learn, laugh, cooperate, and grow.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your donation reminds my students that there are people beyond our classroom who believe in them and want them to have opportunities to succeed. Thank you for investing in my students and helping me provide experiences that extend far beyond the walls of our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1776265846646,"projectUrl":"project/cooking-up-learning-outdoor-experiences/10193410/","projectTitle":"Cooking Up Learning: Outdoor Experiences That Build Skills and Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Germain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9323701_orig.png?crop=1179,1179,x0,y758&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755118899911","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9323701"},{"teacherId":9642828,"projectId":10201805,"letterContent":"This project has given my students a valuable resource to support hands-on science learning. The refrigerator allows us to safely store materials, samples, and items needed for our science investigations and classroom experiments. Having this resource available makes it easier to plan and complete hands-on activities while helping students see how science connects to the world around them.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when they first saw the refrigerator! They immediately wanted to know what we would be using it for and which science activities we could do with it. Their excitement made it clear that having materials they can actually see, touch, and use makes learning more meaningful and memorable.\r\n\r\nWe are looking forward to using the refrigerator during upcoming science lessons and investigations. Students will be able to help prepare, observe, and monitor materials throughout our activities, giving them opportunities to practice making observations, asking questions, recording data, and drawing conclusions like real scientists.\r\n\r\nI am so grateful to our donors for helping make hands-on science experiences possible for my students. This refrigerator is more than just a classroom appliance—it is a tool that will support curiosity, exploration, and learning throughout the school year. Thank you for investing in my students and helping bring our science lessons to life!","fullyFundedDate":1784651454026,"projectUrl":"project/cool-creations-powering-steam-learning/10201805/","projectTitle":"Cool Creations: Powering STEAM Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Forbes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9642828_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731893928727","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-forbes"},{"teacherId":9642828,"projectId":10191229,"letterContent":"This project has brought a new level of excitement and engagement to our classroom! My students are using the outdoor rug to take our learning beyond the four walls of our classroom. We gather outside for lessons, discussions, and learning games, giving students a chance to learn in a fresh environment while staying focused and involved. The educational games have also become a fun way for students to practice skills, review concepts, and connect what they are learning to hands-on experiences.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, they were immediately excited. They loved having a special space to learn outside and were especially eager to use the games during learning activities. I could see their excitement grow as they realized that learning could be both meaningful and fun.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue using these resources during our current ELA lessons. Students will participate in outdoor review activities, collaborative games, and practice opportunities that reinforce the skills they are learning in class. These materials are helping us build a classroom where students can learn, move, collaborate, and make lasting connections—and that would not be possible without the generosity of our donors. Thank you for investing in my students and helping make learning an experience they look forward to!","fullyFundedDate":1776110328370,"projectUrl":"project/little-movers/10191229/","projectTitle":"Little Movers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Forbes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9642828_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731893928727","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-forbes"},{"teacherId":5924401,"projectId":10437768,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students and our classroom. Your generosity has supplied us with the necessary health essentials to support a clean and germ-free classroom. These supplies will help us keep our classroom clean, safe, and free from germs while making sure students have what they need throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your kindness and support. Your contribution will help create a healthy and welcoming classroom where my students can feel comfortable, stay focused, and enjoy learning. Thank you for investing in my students and helping us maintain a classroom where they can learn and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1786031705478,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-student-wellness/10437768/","projectTitle":"Supporting Student Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prospere","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5924401_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x39,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755995324352","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prospere"},{"teacherId":5924401,"projectId":10437715,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students and our classroom. Your generosity will provide essential supplies that my students will use every day as they solve problems, complete assignments, and practice new skills. Having the materials they need allows students to focus on learning, build confidence, and feel prepared to participate in class. I am truly grateful for your investment in my students and for helping create a classroom where they have the tools and support they need to grow as confident mathematicians and lifelong learners. Your kindness makes a meaningful difference, and we sincerely appreciate your support.","fullyFundedDate":1786052491829,"projectUrl":"project/every-student-ready-to-learn/10437715/","projectTitle":"Every Student Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Prospere","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5924401_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x39,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755995324352","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-prospere"},{"teacherId":4427940,"projectId":10315158,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my first-grade students now have the tools they need to become more confident writers and storytellers. Having their own student dictionaries has empowered them to work more independently as they write, helping them discover new vocabulary, spell unfamiliar words, and make stronger word choices.\r\n\r\nDuring Writer's Workshop, students eagerly use their dictionaries to add descriptive details, expand their ideas, and strengthen their stories. Instead of waiting for teacher assistance, they are building independence by exploring language on their own and taking ownership of their writing.\r\n\r\nThese dictionaries have also increased students' confidence as young authors. They are more willing to take risks with their writing, experiment with new words, and proudly share their published stories with classmates and their families.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided a resource that will be used every day throughout the school year, helping students develop essential literacy skills that will benefit them for years to come. Thank you for investing in my students' growth and inspiring the next generation of readers, writers, and storytellers!","fullyFundedDate":1785180021742,"projectUrl":"project/a-dictionary-for-every-storyteller/10315158/","projectTitle":"A Dictionary for Every Storyteller","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Francois","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4427940_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1492883580360","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4427940"},{"teacherId":4427940,"projectId":10191634,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, my first graders now have a cozy outdoor reading space where books come to life. The outdoor rug has transformed an ordinary area into a welcoming literacy space, and the collection of high-interest books has sparked excitement and enthusiasm for reading.\r\n\r\nMy students love taking their books outside to enjoy read-alouds, partner reading, guided reading, and independent reading in a peaceful setting. This flexible learning environment has increased student engagement, encouraged meaningful discussions about books, and helped students build confidence as readers.\r\n\r\nThe new books have given my students access to stories that capture their interests and inspire their imaginations. They eagerly look forward to our outdoor reading time and are excited to discover new characters, adventures, and ideas.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students are developing stronger reading habits while creating positive memories around literacy. Thank you for helping provide an engaging learning experience that will continue to inspire a lifelong love of reading. 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