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We're Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rose","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp517389_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474855795942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/linseyrose"},{"teacherId":517389,"projectId":10267182,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! The students came back from the summer break with a rich experience from reading the books. The students who read \"I Will Always Write Back,\" came back to school with expanded minds by learning about the lives of people from across the world, like Martin and his family!\r\n\r\nIt was also awesome to hear the students connecting the text to what they see in the world today. They were surprised to hear about the impact of inflation in the past - discovering that it's not just a modern problem!\r\n\r\nOverall, all the books give the students a broader understanding of the world and their place in it. Thank you so much for making this possible! We are so grateful and the books will be reused again next summer :)","fullyFundedDate":1778292957488,"projectUrl":"project/social-studies-over-summer/10267182/","projectTitle":"Social Studies Over Summer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rose","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp517389_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474855795942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/linseyrose"},{"teacherId":9110002,"projectId":10003068,"letterContent":"Thank you for investing in creativity, curiosity, and learning in our art & technology classroom! My students were so excited to see our new materials and immediately began imagining what they could create. We're using these resources for hands-on projects that allow students to design, experiment, problem-solve, and express themselves. Their excitement and creativity have been incredible to watch! Next, students will continue building their skills through new art and technology projects, turning their ideas into finished creations. Your generosity is helping make those possibilities real!","fullyFundedDate":1776121704510,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-tomorrows-innovators/10003068/","projectTitle":"Tools for Tomorrow's Innovators","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. JONES","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9110002_orig.jpg?crop=621,621,x201,y219&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690738258552","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9110002"},{"teacherId":9229896,"projectId":9962180,"letterContent":"My students have loved having Scholastic Scope magazines in our classroom! Reading in my classroom is not just about reading quietly, it is about being curious, sharing ideas, asking questions, and making connections to what we read. Scope gives my students engaging texts that make these skills feel natural and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nThrough the magazines, students practice important ELA skills such as identifying central ideas, finding evidence, analyzing characters and authors' choices, learning new vocabulary, and discussing their thinking with others. The variety of topics also gives students opportunities to explore and learn more information!\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite things is seeing students who do not always consider themselves \"readers\" become excited about a new issue. Students often flip through the magazine looking for an article that interests them, then share what they found with their classmates. Seeing that excitement reminds me that when students are given texts that feel relevant and interesting, they are much more willing to engage with reading and see themselves as successful readers.","fullyFundedDate":1773842114724,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-6th-graders-with-scholastic-sco/9962180/","projectTitle":"Engaging 6th Graders with Scholastic Scope","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pizano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9229896"},{"teacherId":9465533,"projectId":10080670,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing valuable supplies so we can end our year well!! We're only a few weeks away from summer break at this point and I truly could not have made it through the last few weeks without these supplies. \r\n\r\nWe use the dry erase markers daily as students need work space for their strategies as they solve problems. The glue sticks have been helpful with cut and paste pages, as well as crafting during indoor recess on rainy days (see photos). \r\n\r\nThe headphones have been incredibly helpful, especially as we've had end-of-year testing. The headphones allow students to hear the math test read aloud to them which is incredibly helpful for students who struggle with reading. 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This year, our girls team even achieved an awesome milestone by advancing all the way to the city championship playoffs!\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a meaningful difference in our sports program and in the lives of our student-athletes. Your support truly helps make opportunities like this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1762099796238,"projectUrl":"project/storage-for-sports/9869637/","projectTitle":"Storage for Sports!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rose","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp517389_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474855795942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/linseyrose"},{"teacherId":9465533,"projectId":9875476,"letterContent":"Our students are learning and growing in new ways thanks to your donation!\r\nSome of the products I've purchased with the gift card include:\r\n- Pixel Art STEM Challenges for our technology class to practice using Google Slides, copy and paste keyboard shortcuts, and click/dragging pictures.\r\n- Decodable Passages with Comprehension Questions Phonics Fluency for our reading class to differentiate vocabulary and spelling pattern practice along with comprehension questions.\r\n- Little Learners: Social Studies Unit on Economy. 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Because of your generosity, I was able to purchase a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card, which I used to secure curriculum resources that will support my students not only now, but well into the next school year. Having access to high-quality, ready-to-use materials allows me to spend less time searching or creating from scratch and more time focusing on instruction and student needs.\r\n\r\nThese resources directly impact my students by providing engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that help reinforce key skills through hands-on practice, visuals, and differentiation. This is especially important in kindergarten, where students learn best through meaningful, interactive experiences and repeated exposure in different formats.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create a more organized, intentional learning environment and ensures my students have access to lessons designed to meet them where they are. I am truly grateful for your investment in my classroom and in my students' success. Thank you for helping make our learning experiences stronger and more effective.","fullyFundedDate":1760704666660,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-to-the-rescue/9770641/","projectTitle":"TPT to the Rescue!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Winters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7130761_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776996895577","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrswinters-k"},{"teacherId":7879614,"projectId":5853363,"letterContent":"Implementing new texts in the classroom has allowed students to develop sophisticated analytical skills beyond basic comprehension. For instance, students are moving beyond summarizing plots and are instead learning to analyze complex character motivations and themes, a skill set they can apply to a variety of subjects. Discussions are vibrant, with students regularly engaging in text-to-text and text-to-world connections, which helps them see the relevance of literature in their everyday lives. This approach to teaching literature introduces critical thinking and empathy building, skills highly valued by both educators and the community.\r\n\r\nReading in the classroom now looks less like silent, individual work and more like a collaborative workshop. Small groups dissect passages, debate interpretations, and collaboratively construct arguments supported by evidence from the text. Technology is often integrated, allowing students to use online resources to research the historical contexts of the novels they are reading. This active and dynamic environment encourages students to take ownership of their learning and transforms the classroom into a hub of shared intellectual discovery.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been especially noticeable among several students. One previously reluctant reader is now an active participant, finding a relatable character in one of the new diverse texts and confidently leading group discussions. Another student, who had always excelled in math and science but struggled with the humanities, has found a new appreciation for literature, noting how the new books challenge them to think about problems in a different, more nuanced way. These texts have opened doors for students of all backgrounds and interests, proving the power of diverse and engaging literature to reach every learner.","fullyFundedDate":1632441509659,"projectUrl":"project/more-books/5853363/","projectTitle":"More Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Storey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7879614_orig.jpg?crop=1108,1108,x74,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1623254891969","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7879614"},{"teacherId":7130761,"projectId":9445811,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our DonorsChoose project, Comfy Kids, Cozy Minds. I am truly grateful for your generosity and support.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my kindergarten classroom now has flexible seating options that help students feel comfortable, calm, and ready to learn. Having choices in where and how they sit allows students to better focus, regulate their bodies, and fully engage in lessons throughout the day. I've already noticed students becoming more thoughtful about their learning spaces and more confident in making choices that help them do their best work.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a warm, welcoming classroom environment where students feel supported and excited to learn. Thank you for believing in my students and for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758202946444,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-kids-focused-minds/9445811/","projectTitle":"Comfy Kids, Focused Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Winters","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7130761_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776996895577","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrswinters-k"},{"teacherId":9229896,"projectId":9763953,"letterContent":"I am excited to share that thanks to your generosity, my classroom library has grown with new books that my students are already enjoying! Your support has made it possible for me to provide engaging and high-interest texts that meet the needs of all of my learners.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these books, my students have been more excited to read independently, explore new genres, and discuss ideas with their classmates. I've noticed increased confidence in their reading skills, and many are now sharing books with friends and recommending stories to each other. The joy of reading is spreading through our classroom, and it is all because of your kindness.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in their learning and making our classroom a place where curiosity and imagination can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1759172000212,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-stories-to-life-through-books/9763953/","projectTitle":"Bringing Stories to Life Through Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pizano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9229896"},{"teacherId":7130761,"projectId":9371474,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project that provides access to Let's Find Out Scholastic magazines for my kindergarten classroom. 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