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Every day they ask if we will be using them.","fullyFundedDate":1757078346743,"projectUrl":"project/a-hands-on-math-science-experience/9393315/","projectTitle":"A Hands on Math & Science Experience!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ahumada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10049108_orig.jpg?crop=64,64,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748962289060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10049108"},{"teacherId":6850398,"projectId":9141992,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your help with this project.\r\nThe use of the shelf has been put into arranging a variety of open-ended materials that the children can use during their learning time. With access to these materials, they are becoming problem solvers and creative thinkers.\r\nThe bed covers are sued daily to ensure the children are resting on clean surfaces.\r\nWe couldn't be more thankful for your help in making our classroom a better place for the kids.\r\nThe parents have reported their children's happiness and excitement every morning to come to school and that couldn't be accomplished without your help.","fullyFundedDate":1742567338772,"projectUrl":"project/improving-the-class-environment/9141992/","projectTitle":"Improving the Class Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6850398_orig.png?crop=584,584,x0,y46&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737558140402","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rey-k"},{"teacherId":9089400,"projectId":9399598,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now has flexible seating, crayons, incentives, and carts for small groups, and the difference for our students has been incredible. This week, we used these resources during a small group activity where students read stories and answered questions in their flexible seating areas. Watching their enthusiasm and engagement truly touched my heart and filled me with gratitude.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were thrilled—they couldn't wait to unpack everything and start exploring. Their excitement and curiosity reminded me how meaningful your support is; it truly brings learning to life.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll build on this experience by giving students more independence to read and complete group activities on their own. These new resources are opening doors for deeper learning, creativity, and collaboration, and your contributions are helping our students become confident, hands-on learners.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1758798101026,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-ready-to-read/9399598/","projectTitle":"Let’s Get Ready to Read!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arufe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9089400_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y211&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759453201048","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsarufe"},{"teacherId":5476611,"projectId":8776152,"letterContent":"We thank you so much. The plush toys have made a significant, positive impact on both the students emotional and social development. The plush toys offer comfort and security, which is especially helpful for children with autism who sometimes feel overwhelmed by sensory input or social interactions. These toys are serving as soothing tools during transitions, calm down moments for times of stress.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the plush toys encourage imaginative play and interaction, which is crucial for building social skills. My students with autism, at times find socializing challenging, these toys act as social bridges, helping to facilitate group play, role-playing activities, and shared experiences that nurture communication skills.\r\n\r\nThe presence of the plush toys have also fostered a sense of inclusion, as we used these during activities designed for emotional expression and cooperative learning. Some of my students have difficulty with verbal communication, the plush toys help them express themselves and feel understood in non-verbal ways.\r\n\r\nUltimately, the donation has enhanced the learning environment by adding a tactile, comforting element that promotes both emotional well-being and social interaction, contributing to an overall positive experience for the students.","fullyFundedDate":1734034747910,"projectUrl":"project/plush-toys-for-play-area/8776152/","projectTitle":"Plush Toys For Play Area","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Glover","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5476611_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582318353983","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5476611"},{"teacherId":8421494,"projectId":8727550,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. My class has 4th and 5th grade gifted students who are hungry to learn as much as they can. I can only teach them so much, and they can find information on the internet but they're never sure if what they're reading online is accurate. \r\nWhen they saw the boxes of books being delivered, they begged me to give them time to read instead of going straight into our lessons. I let them pick books that interested them, and gave them time to just read. Some kids were reading biographies about people in fields they want to study. Some students were reading about animals, dinosaurs, or other creatures. Others were reading about history and inventions. The students kept coming up to me to inform me about something they read that was intriguing. \r\nNow, when they finish their work early, they tend to head to the back of the room, grab a book, and read on their own. Thank you so much for giving my kids access to new information.","fullyFundedDate":1727976059807,"projectUrl":"project/want-to-know-more-grab-a-book-and-find/8727550/","projectTitle":"Want to Know More? 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These skills are crucial stepping stones for their educational journey, and your support has made it easier for them to engage in these important learning activities.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, the new chairs have become a cherished part of our classroom, fostering social interaction and play. Watching the students' excitement when they saw the new chairs for the first time was truly heartwarming—they couldn't wait to sit down, collaborate with their peers, and explore the possibilities. Your contributions have not only improved the physical space but have also enriched their social and emotional growth, as they use the seating to connect and bond with their classmates.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the importance of creating a nurturing and supportive learning environment for our Pre-K students. Your generosity is making a lasting impact on their early education and their future. We deeply appreciate your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1726772825909,"projectUrl":"project/supportive-seating-for-our-pre-k-class/8765049/","projectTitle":"Supportive Seating for our Pre-K Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. N. Vargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6894682"},{"teacherId":9089400,"projectId":8334874,"letterContent":"Our class has been making great use of the new resources! Recently, the students worked on a group reading project where they used the materials to create visual storyboards. This helped them break down important details, summarize key events, and present their ideas confidently to the class.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new supplies, their excitement was contagious! Many of them immediately started sharing how they would use the items for projects, and several even asked if they could take them home to keep practicing.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, you've given them a peek into a brighter and more engaging classroom. The next step for us is diving into our upcoming unit on nonfiction texts. The students will be using these resources to research topics, take notes, and build presentations. 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