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This flexibility allowed my students who needed movement to stay engaged while also providing comfortable, calming options for students who required a quieter or more structured space. As a result, students felt empowered and more in control of their learning, which positively influenced their focus and participation.\r\n\r\nThe seat sacks also played an important role in supporting student learning. They helped my students keep their materials organized and easily accessible, which reduced disruptions and saved instructional time. For students who struggled with organization or executive functioning skills, the seat sacks promoted independence and responsibility. Students spent less time searching for supplies and more time actively engaged in learning.\r\n\r\nOverall, these essential classroom resources created a more inclusive, supportive, and effective learning environment. Students were more focused, comfortable, and motivated to learn each day. I observed increased engagement, improved behavior, and a greater sense of ownership over learning among my students.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763790711352,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-engagement-and-organization-th/9895285/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Engagement and Organization Through Essential Classroom Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kartz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10336130_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763076061885","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10336130"},{"teacherId":10336130,"projectId":9897785,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and for providing essential math resources for my classroom. The math manipulatives donated helped make abstract mathematical concepts come to life for my third-grade students. Concepts such as multiplication, division, fractions, and problem-solving often felt challenging, especially for my diverse learners. With these hands-on tools, students were able to see, touch, and manipulate math in a concrete way. This approach supported deeper understanding and helped students build confidence as they explored new skills.\r\n\r\nWhiteboards became an essential part of our daily instruction. They allowed students to actively participate, take academic risks, and show their thinking without fear of making mistakes. Students were more willing to try different strategies, revise their work, and explain their reasoning. This increased engagement and encouraged meaningful math discussions, while also allowing me to quickly check for understanding and provide immediate feedback.\r\n\r\nThe multiplication flashcards had a particularly powerful impact on my students' math fact fluency and confidence. One noticeable example of their effectiveness was during multiplication drills. Many students who previously struggled to complete drills within the time limit showed significant improvement after consistent practice with the flashcards. \r\n\r\nOverall, these essential math resources made math instruction more engaging, inclusive, and effective. Students became more excited about learning math, more confident in their abilities, and better able to explain their mathematical thinking. Thank you for believing in my students and for supporting learning experiences that helped them build a strong foundation in third-grade mathematics.","fullyFundedDate":1763231548704,"projectUrl":"project/making-math-fun/9897785/","projectTitle":"Making Math Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kartz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10336130_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763076061885","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10336130"},{"teacherId":7384934,"projectId":9548137,"letterContent":"Your kindness and willingness to support our students truly means more than words can express. My students loved all the experiences from the resources in our classroom. They loved the hands on experiences. \r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is a more engaging, welcoming, and resource-filled space where students can learn, grow, and feel supported every day. Your contribution directly impacts their experience and helps create meaningful learning moments.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful for your support and partnership in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1758202797225,"projectUrl":"project/learning-with-tpt/9548137/","projectTitle":"Learning with TPT","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Conyers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7384934_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659395430561","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7384934"},{"teacherId":7384934,"projectId":9548075,"letterContent":"Thanks again for your generosity. My students were able to learn and many different ways in the classroom. Your kindness and willingness to support our students truly means more than words can express.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is a more engaging, welcoming, and resource-filled space where students can learn, grow, and feel supported every day. Your contribution directly impacts their experience and helps create meaningful learning moments.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful for your support and partnership in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1757078341043,"projectUrl":"project/less-stress-more-play/9548075/","projectTitle":"Less Stress More Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Conyers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7384934_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659395430561","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7384934"},{"teacherId":9815076,"projectId":8901519,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous contribution to our \"Writing Center\" project. The materials we received have brought an incredible transformation to our classroom, enriching our daily learning experiences and inspiring a true love for writing and language in my young students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we now have access to high-quality writing tools—dry erase boards, colorful markers, magnetic letters, organizational bins, and more. These resources have made learning engaging, meaningful, and fun. My students, many of whom are English Language Learners, are thriving as they explore letters, sounds, and words in both structured and creative ways.\r\n\r\nThe day the boxes arrived, my students felt pure excitement and joy. Their eyes lit up with curiosity as we opened each box, discovering colorful markers, magnetic letters, writing boards, and more. It felt like a celebration in our classroom! For many of my students, this was the first time they had access to materials that were just for them—tools that invited them to explore, create, and express themselves. As their teacher, I felt incredibly grateful and supported. Your donation reminded me that we are not alone, that there are people out there who believe in the power of early education and care about our children's growth. That feeling of being seen and supported filled our classroom with warmth and hope.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase boards have become a favorite among the children. They use them to write vocabulary words, draw story characters, and practice letter formation. In the photos included, you'll see them proudly displaying words like queen, quiet, and question, as well as illustrating their ideas with smiles on their faces. These moments reflect their growing confidence and motivation to express themselves through writing.\r\n\r\nAnother exciting activity we introduced with your support is our \"Letter Hunt\" using magnetic letters. The children search for specific letters around the room, match them to sounds, and build simple words. This interactive approach has strengthened their phonemic awareness and has turned learning into an adventurous game that encourages teamwork and focus.\r\n\r\nThe writing center has also become a place of connection and collaboration. Whether working side-by-side at a table or sitting on the carpet during small group lessons, the students are constantly helping each other, asking questions, and proudly sharing their progress.\r\n\r\nWhat we've accomplished with your help has gone beyond materials—it has created an atmosphere of creativity, curiosity, and community. Thank you for investing in the future of my students. 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