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Students are learning how to integrate design thinking, measurement, alignment, and spatial reasoning into their projects.\r\n\r\nThis not only enhances classroom organization and culture, but also models for students how creativity connects with math, technology, and real-world problem-solving. Thank you for your investment into our class.","fullyFundedDate":1763563550563,"projectUrl":"project/pressing-into-creativity-cricut-for-cla/9867879/","projectTitle":"Pressing Into Creativity: Cricut for Classroom Expression","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Phillip-Malahoo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1947339_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1479393505327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nishamalahoo"},{"teacherId":8796807,"projectId":9924883,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating a Kindle to our classroom. This technology has been helping students grow as readers by giving them access to a wide variety of books and allowing them to read at their own pace. The students are enjoying the feature such as the adjustable text size. This makes reading more comfortable and accessible, and students are excited to choose books that truly interest them. The ability to instantly begin a new book has made independent reading time even more engaging.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially connected with the Kindle. Some reluctant readers are more motivated to read digitally, while others benefit from features that make reading feel less overwhelming. It has been wonderful to see their confidence increase and their enthusiasm for reading grow. Thank you for supporting our students and fostering a love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1764129466129,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-a-world-of-books-with-kindles/9924883/","projectTitle":"Unlocking a World of Books with Kindles","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Patterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8796807_orig.jpg?crop=396,396,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689467279063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tiffany-patterson"},{"teacherId":8796807,"projectId":9921527,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. Your donation has given my students access to tools that expand their learning far beyond what was previously possible. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their future. Within the classroom, iPads have become powerful learning tools. My students have been using them to access interactive lessons, collaborate with classmates and receive immediate feedback on their work. As a teacher, this technology allows me to differentiate instruction more effectively, meeting students at their individual levels and providing extra support or enrichment as needed. It has truly made learning more personalized, engaging, and accessible.\r\n\r\nYour donation has not simply added devices to our classroom but it has opened doors. You have helped create opportunities for creativity, collaboration, confidence, and curiosity. 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Instead of quietly wondering if they're correct, they can now show their thinking, take risks, make mistakes, and try again—all in real time. I see more hands raised, more smiles, and so much more confidence as students proudly hold up their boards to share their answers.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, this kind of hands-on learning makes all the difference. 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 students can engage in meaningful literacy activities while learning about Lunar New Year traditions in an inclusive and hands-on way.\r\n\r\nThe refrigerator you helped provide allows us to safely store healthy foods connected to cultural lessons, supporting student focus, engagement, and well-being during reading and discussion activities. These shared experiences help bring stories and symbols to life while fostering cultural understanding and respect.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my classroom is a welcoming space where literacy, culture, and care come together. 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For others, it opens a window to understanding and appreciating a culture beyond their own. As they photograph, reflect, and share, students will build confidence, creativity, and essential technology skills—all while celebrating diversity and inclusion.\r\n\r\nYour generosity transforms a celebration into a powerful learning experience my students will never forget. Thank you for helping them see their world—and each other—more clearly. 🌙📸","fullyFundedDate":1767384777741,"projectUrl":"project/capture-the-celebration-lunar-new-year/9974745/","projectTitle":"Capture the Celebration: Lunar New Year Through a Classroom Camera","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":9973700,"letterContent":"Thank you for making this learning space possible. 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. Thank you for investing in my students and their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1767121904486,"projectUrl":"project/learning-lunar-new-year-together-a-spac/9973700/","projectTitle":"Learning Lunar New Year Together: a Space for Small-Group Thinking","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":9978206,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Learning: Headphones for Cultural Lessons and Student Success project. The headphones help my students focus by reducing background noise, which allows them to clearly hear lessons, videos, and cultural stories without feeling overwhelmed.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most is having something that helps them learn comfortably and independently. They feel proud using the headphones and more confident knowing they can fully participate just like their classmates.\r\n\r\nStudents with accommodations have especially warmed to them. Some who used to struggle with distractions are now calmer, more engaged, and willing to join discussions. 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"}],"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":58.5,"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"}