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The weighted blankets and weighted animal have been a blessing during circle time and independent work stations. The sensory blocks are across my classroom and everytime someone walks in or out of my classroom they hopskotch across the mats. They love how the gel in the tiles move as their feet tough it. The sensory circles make a great addition to my sensory wall, and the kids love using the fidgets whenever they need to keep their hands busy. \r\n\r\nIt is people like you that help in rough days. These kiddos are so appreciative of these tools and I know they will be treasured for years to come. Thank you so very much from the bottom of my heart. 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My students love having a comfortable and flexible space to gather for discussions, reading, and collaborative activities. \r\n\r\nI've already noticed how much more engaged and excited my students are to participate during small-group time. Your kindness has helped create a more welcoming and dynamic learning environment for every child.\r\n\r\nWe're so grateful for your support and for believing in our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1757540557050,"projectUrl":"project/group-it-up/9651947/","projectTitle":"Group it Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8651518_orig.jpg?crop=887,887,x41,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661392915292","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8651518"},{"teacherId":8696779,"projectId":9681026,"letterContent":"My students were beyond excited to receive new instruments. It has been a big bang! 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Princeville Elementary School is
a rural public school
in Princeville, Illinois that is part of Princeville Community Unit School District 326.
It serves 297 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 11.4:1.
Its teachers have had 225 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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11%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
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Princeville Elementary School
$80,178
raised using DonorsChoose
225
projects
funded
23
teachers
funded
282
donors
20
projects
for
basic supplies
34
projects for
technology
22
projects for
books
21
projects
for
art supplies
Princeville Elementary School has received support from
150 individuals from Illinois and
132 individuals out-of-state.