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The Answer Boards help them stay engaged, build independence, and feel successful—especially those who may hesitate to speak up. Every student gets a voice, and every student gets a chance to shine.\r\n\r\nYour support has created a classroom environment where learning feels exciting, safe, and empowering. Thank you for investing in my students and for helping them feel proud of what they can accomplish. 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A noticeable difference has been students' ability to stay focused, collaborate, and persist through challenging tasks without distraction.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the snacks, they were excited and grateful. Many felt relieved knowing their basic needs were being met, which created a more supportive and equitable learning environment. As we continue with collaborative and problem-solving lessons, these snacks will help students remain energized, confident, and ready to learn. 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These concepts move beyond numbers on a page and become something they can see, feel, and understand.\r\n\r\nUsing manipulatives—especially ones students can touch, explore, and even eat—helps make math come alive. The excitement is real. Students are genuinely eager to come to math class, and many proudly refer to themselves as \"mathematicians.\" They take risks, try new strategies, and are not afraid to experience failure because our classroom is a safe space for learning and growth.\r\n\r\nThrough these experiences, students are learning that math is not just something done in a workbook—it is everywhere and connected to real life. 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Because of your generosity, my fifth-grade students now have a shared space where they can gather, think, and learn together.\r\n\r\nAs shown in the photo, students used the mobile whiteboard during our Lunar New Year lessons to read closely, discuss ideas, and identify key literary elements. Having texts and visuals displayed at eye level encouraged meaningful conversations and helped students confidently share their thinking in small groups.\r\n\r\nThis board has transformed learning from passive to interactive. Students are more engaged, more willing to take risks, and more excited to collaborate with their peers.\r\n\r\nYour support did more than provide materials—it created moments of connection, confidence, and deeper understanding. 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These headphones help them feel included, capable, and successful.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a real difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1767501661711,"projectUrl":"project/inclusive-learning-headphones-for-cultu/9978206/","projectTitle":"Inclusive Learning: Headphones for Cultural Lessons and Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9452371_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715052501186","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9452371"},{"teacherId":9452371,"projectId":9970471,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Hands-On Math for Everyone: Mobile Storage to Keep Learning Moving.\" Because of you, my students now have easy access to hands-on math tools that help them explore, experiment, and truly understand math.\r\n\r\nThe mobile storage has made learning more engaging and organized, allowing students to work together, build confidence, and enjoy math in a meaningful way. Math feels more approachable and exciting for all learners.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and belief in our students. You've made a real difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1766525792849,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math-for-everyone-mobile-stora/9970471/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Math for Everyone: Mobile Storage to Keep Learning Moving","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9452371_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715052501186","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9452371"},{"teacherId":9452371,"projectId":9967217,"letterContent":"Our 5th graders are now learning science by actually doing it. 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Our classroom feels more like a science lab, and our students are curious, confident, and eager to discover more.","fullyFundedDate":1766613155059,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-science-tools-for-experiential/9967217/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Science Tools for Experiential Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9452371_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715052501186","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9452371"},{"teacherId":9452371,"projectId":9918409,"letterContent":"My 5th graders come to school every day full of curiosity and ideas—but they don't all learn the same way or at the same pace. Your support helps me meet each student where they are.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, copy paper is used for much more than STEM challenges. It becomes a space for students to sketch designs, test ideas, and record results. It's also used during remedial instruction for extra practice, step-by-step problem solving, and written reflections that help students build confidence and understanding.\r\n\r\nHalf notebooks turn into personal learning journals, filled with thinking, questions, and growth. Pencils give students the freedom to erase, rethink, and try again—reminding them that mistakes are part of learning.\r\n\r\nBecause of these supplies, my students feel supported, capable, and more confident in their learning. Your generosity makes a real difference in their everyday school experience. Thank you for believing in them and helping them grow—one page and one breakthrough at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1763915756048,"projectUrl":"project/stem-sparks-building-brighter-futures-o/9918409/","projectTitle":"STEM Sparks: Building Brighter Futures One Page at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9452371_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715052501186","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9452371"},{"teacherId":10195957,"projectId":9736845,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for the donations that you shared with us. It's really helpful lightens using personal expenses. The treats help keeps our students keep going during lessons rehearsals and performances when they get tired with a simple reward like the candies donated. \r\n\r\nStudents were also excited playing the new tambourines that they used during their Christmas Show program.\r\n\r\n Students were also able to use copies of songs using laminated materials. \r\n\r\nAgain thank you so much for the donations.","fullyFundedDate":1760693577614,"projectUrl":"project/music-essentials/9736845/","projectTitle":"Music Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10195957"},{"teacherId":9452371,"projectId":9899817,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Printing Our Path to STEM Success! The printer you helped provide has already made a huge difference in our classroom. My students learn best when they have clear visuals, templates, and step-by-step guides—and now they finally have those tools right at their fingertips. You've made it possible for them to approach STEM challenges with confidence and excitement.\r\n\r\nThe best part has been watching their faces light up when they see their ideas printed and ready to build from. Some of my students who usually struggle have been participating more because the printed organizers and checklists make tasks easier to understand. It's been amazing to watch them feel capable and proud of their work.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has given my students exactly what they needed to explore, create, and believe in themselves a little more each day. Thank you for touching our classroom in such a meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1763382944307,"projectUrl":"project/printing-our-path-to-stem-success/9899817/","projectTitle":"Printing Our Path to STEM Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. T","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9452371_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715052501186","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9452371"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_67410","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":497,"numTeachers":39,"percentFrplEligible":83,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":77,"percentWhite":3,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":16,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.4,"schoolId":67410,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pinewood Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pinewood Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/orange-county-public-schools/pinewood-elementary-school/67410"}