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Many students shared details they remembered from the trip and incorporated them into their artwork.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, every student was able to take home a vibrant aquarium that represented their learning and creativity, giving them a lasting reminder of both the project and the joy of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1760198049820,"projectUrl":"project/gettin-crafty-one-fish-two-fish/9712949/","projectTitle":"Gettin' Crafty! One Fish, Two Fish!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lako","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5233110_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530455123591","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5233110"},{"teacherId":5233110,"projectId":9671481,"letterContent":"The project strengthened students' communication and reflection skills as they expressed their thoughts and emotions through journaling, drawing, and group discussions. These activities helped students identify and articulate feelings such as empathy, concern, and pride in helping others.\r\n\r\nParticipation in the animal shelter donation drive empowered students to take action beyond the classroom. By contributing supplies and working toward a shared goal, students experienced the positive impact of teamwork and community service. Incentives and celebrations increased engagement while reinforcing generosity and cooperation.\r\n\r\nOverall, this project helped students grow into more caring and responsible individuals by improving empathy, encouraging positive behavior, and fostering an understanding of how their actions can make a positive difference in their community.","fullyFundedDate":1760198053773,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-love-of-pets/9671481/","projectTitle":"For the Love of Pets!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lako","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5233110_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530455123591","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5233110"},{"teacherId":4021616,"projectId":9553602,"letterContent":"Your generosity has helped to make my students more comfortable in class! Students who are uncomfortable in a tighter setting on the rug now have another option. They are able to get a cushion so they can spread out.\r\n\r\nOther items that you contributed helped to regulate my students. Fidget and calming items have definitely helped with several of our dysregulated students. They like how the oil drips slowly and how the expandable ball opens in and out. Those items have often calmed me down after a difficult class!\r\n\r\nI just wanted to let you know that I am so very appreciative to you for helping my students and make my classroom a comfier and calmer place.","fullyFundedDate":1755348226960,"projectUrl":"project/calm-and-comfy-in-music-class/9553602/","projectTitle":"Calm and Comfy in Music Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4021616_orig.jpg?crop=1728,1728,x0,y449&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722735658497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4021616"},{"teacherId":5233110,"projectId":9565615,"letterContent":"The mobile water station will ensure our students have easy access to hydration throughout the day, especially during outdoor play and transitions. Encouraging young children to listen to their bodies and stay hydrated is an early lesson in self-care and personal responsibility.\r\nThe water bottle carrier set will allow us to organize and transport bottles efficiently, making it easier to support our active learners during recess, field trips, and classroom activities.\r\nThe ID lanyards will help students keep their badges secure and visible, promoting safety while also giving them a sense of identity and ownership. It's a simple way to build independence and responsibility in even our youngest learners.\r\nAt this age, we're not only teaching foundational academic skills—we're laying the groundwork for life. With your support, we can reinforce habits that promote health, independence, and confidence in every student.\r\nThese small additions will have a lasting impact. 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Thank you for making classroom instruction so much easier for me and fun for our class. \r\nThe children look forward to the uncovering of our \"Book of the Week\" which is set up on the easel each Monday. Nor more being propped up next to the wall on the floor or falling off the board.","fullyFundedDate":1746786340378,"projectUrl":"project/reading-big/9272782/","projectTitle":"Reading Big!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8713312_orig.jpg?crop=3168,3168,x1584,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663762481433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8713312"},{"teacherId":8713312,"projectId":9243679,"letterContent":"This week our kindergarten students began using individual iPads. As you can imagine, it takes a minute for them to learn technology procedures. Things like learning to open the iPad, sit it up and sign in are challenges for these young children. What was not a challenge for the first time??? Headphones!! Thank you so much for your donation. Every child has a set of headphones that fit little heads and ears and that are pretty much non-destructible. That is a major feat! Next week they will officially began working on Amira and Freckle Math. I am so thankful that we are not battling headphone issues. This was a number one request for me this year.","fullyFundedDate":1746785821571,"projectUrl":"project/tuned-in/9243679/","projectTitle":"Tuned In","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8713312_orig.jpg?crop=3168,3168,x1584,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663762481433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8713312"},{"teacherId":9449750,"projectId":9413073,"letterContent":"As you know, your donation helped me to acquire owl pellets and protective gloves for my students to use in a lesson. Specifically, we dissected the owl pellets for students to develop a deeper understanding of the relationship between organisms and their role in the food chain. In this case, we focused on an owl's role as a consumer. The students had been pumped up all week for this experience. When they came in, they were excited and demonstrated focus during this learning experience. Thank you again for your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1750125553065,"projectUrl":"project/out-of-the-mouths-of-owls-investigating/9413073/","projectTitle":"Out of the Mouths of Owls: Investigating a Food Chain","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9449750_orig.jpg?crop=1430,1430,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720808047872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9449750"},{"teacherId":5233110,"projectId":9459818,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Bucket Filler project! Because of your kindness, our classroom received Bucket Filler books, kindness necklaces, and candy buckets — and it's made a big difference.\r\nThe books helped us learn what it means to be a \"bucket filler\" through kind words and actions. Students now use this language every day, encouraging each other to be thoughtful and caring.\r\nThe necklaces and candy buckets have been exciting ways to celebrate acts of kindness. Our classroom is filled with more smiles, gratitude, and genuine care — all thanks to you!\r\nYour generosity helped create a more positive, compassionate classroom. We're so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1754321135944,"projectUrl":"project/we-are-bucket-fillers-kindness-counts/9459818/","projectTitle":"We Are Bucket Fillers! Kindness Counts!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lako","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5233110_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530455123591","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5233110"},{"teacherId":5233110,"projectId":9373147,"letterContent":"By providing mailboxes and wall hooks, you're helping young learners take ownership of their personal space and materials — a key step in building independence at an early age. When children know where to put their backpacks and where to store their completed work, they feel a sense of pride and responsibility. These routines support their social-emotional development and make the classroom a more efficient, focused learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe additional classroom supplies — crayons, scissors, sharpeners, and a stapler — will ensure every child starts the school year equipped to learn, create, and thrive. Your support helps lay the foundation for a successful school experience and sends a powerful message to students: you believe in their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1749142658937,"projectUrl":"project/off-to-a-good-start/9373147/","projectTitle":"Off To A Good Start!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lako","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5233110_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530455123591","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5233110"},{"teacherId":8713312,"projectId":9064877,"letterContent":"My children have LOVED the opportunity to play with play-doh. A simple pleasure that I took for granted as a child, but something the students in my class do not have at home. There are so many play and learning opportunities they have experienced this year thanks to this donation. \r\nMy students were able to practice letter identification, CVC words and sight word lessons using the materials that you donated. I loved how it was able to be incorporated into various levels of learning and learning styles. Thank you so much for sharing your monetary resources with us!!","fullyFundedDate":1739374878667,"projectUrl":"project/learning-with-play/9064877/","projectTitle":"Learning With Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8713312_orig.jpg?crop=3168,3168,x1584,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663762481433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8713312"},{"teacherId":5233110,"projectId":9057230,"letterContent":"Boom Whackers are being used to enhance classroom activities such as copying and creating rhythmic patterns, which align directly with Pre-K learning objectives. Students will be able to practice following patterns, improve their focus, and explore the connection between visual patterns and auditory experiences.\r\n\r\nPlaying Boom Whackers encourages the development of fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and spatial awareness, all of which are vital at this stage of development.\r\n\r\nThe purchase of Boom Whackers for our Pre-K students has enhanced their learning experience through music, movement, and pattern recognition.\r\n\r\nI am confident that the addition of these Boom Whackers will bring a fun, engaging, and educational component to our classroom that will have a lasting impact on our students' development.","fullyFundedDate":1738014214766,"projectUrl":"project/a-whacky-way-to-learn/9057230/","projectTitle":"A Whacky Way To Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lako","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5233110_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530455123591","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5233110"},{"teacherId":5233110,"projectId":8934229,"letterContent":"I wanted to extend our heartfelt thanks for your incredibly thoughtful donation of personalized nap blankets. Your generosity has made a world of difference for our young learners, and we are deeply grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nAs you know, nap time can be a challenging part of the day for young children who are still adjusting to the rhythms of school life. Your donation of these beautifully personalized blankets has brought a sense of comfort, security, and joy to our classroom. Each child now has their very own blanket, thoughtfully chosen and made just for them. This simple yet impactful gesture has not only made nap time more enjoyable but has also helped our students feel a deeper sense of belonging and pride in their school community.\r\n\r\nFor many of our children, having something personal like a nap blanket is a source of comfort and reassurance, especially during their first experiences away from home. The familiar sight of their own name or favorite design creates a sense of security, easing any anxiety they may feel. The blankets have also helped reduce confusion and promote good hygiene practices, as each child knows exactly which blanket is theirs, ensuring a smoother transition during rest time.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the immediate benefits for our students, your donation has helped foster a strong sense of community in our classroom. The kindness and thoughtfulness you've shown have left a lasting impression on the children, teachers, and families alike. Your generosity has shown them the power of caring for one another, and it is a lesson that will stay with them for years to come.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your generosity and support. You've made a lasting impact on our students' school experience, and we couldn't be more grateful. We are so lucky to have people like you in our community, and we look forward to seeing the continued positive effects of your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1736275132055,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-in-pre-k/8934229/","projectTitle":"Cozy in Pre-K!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lako","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5233110_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530455123591","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5233110"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_47812","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":609,"numTeachers":40,"percentFrplEligible":44,"percentAsian":9,"percentBlack":46,"percentWhite":30,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":7,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":75.1,"schoolId":47812,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Springdale Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Springdale Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/bibb-county-school-district/springdale-elementary-school/47812"}