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How fun it has been to collaborate with another school. \r\n\r\nWe are starting a unit on butterflies, and we have been able to print an articulated butterfly so we can see how the wings move. It has been so much fun!\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our project and helping us to learn and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1769786531120,"projectUrl":"project/little-makers-big-service/10059582/","projectTitle":"Little Makers, Big Service","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henkel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp213130_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y343&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1556760473655","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/213130"},{"teacherId":3276190,"projectId":10074635,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping to make this Coffee Cart a success. My students use the following skills when fulfilling and delivering orders: following multi-step directions, using communication skills to interact with staff, and using social skills when working with peers. They look forward to the Coffee Cart every week just as much as the staff does.\r\n\r\nHere are some comments from the staff receiving the gift of hot drinks:\r\n\r\nThank you for providing sweet surprises for us and a communication opportunity for our kids!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for giving this opportunity for our students to build the skills they need to thrive and advocate for themselves. \r\n\r\nThank you, Allstate, for your gift and the opportunity it provides our students!\r\n\r\nThank you to Allstate, who donated to Donors Choose to help fund the amazing coffee cart here at Sunny Heights. Your donations are very appreciated!\r\n\r\nThank you for sponsoring our coffee cart. It is a great treat to get a hot beverage on Fridays and get to interact with students who are not in our classrooms. Building relationships one coffee at a time. Love!\r\n\r\nThank you for providing a fun way for our students to practice their social skills!\r\n\r\nThank you, Donors Choose! Watching the children smile and connect with other students and staff truly warms my heart.\r\n\r\nThank you, Donors Choose!! I love getting coffee delivered on a cart from the kids. Makes my morning!","fullyFundedDate":1770322926815,"projectUrl":"project/brewing-community-a-student-run-coffee/10074635/","projectTitle":"Brewing Community: A Student-Run Coffee Cart for Connection & Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Penney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3276190_orig.jpg?crop=1805,1805,x362,y388&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691545731467","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-penney"},{"teacherId":8630928,"projectId":10149324,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation, so that we were able to receive books of all different topics for our classroom library! Throughout our reading curriculum, each unit has a theme. I now have books to go with every unit! These books are going to help each student deepen their knowing and understanding of each topic that we learn about. Students will now get to learn new information about Black History Month, farms, the earth, colonial times and more! My students and I are so thankful for you and your donation!","fullyFundedDate":1774215201346,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-and-more-books/10149324/","projectTitle":"Books, Books and More Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McKinley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8630928"},{"teacherId":3239448,"projectId":9983107,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has been transformed in the most meaningful way. The books you helped provide are already making a powerful impact on our students' learning and excitement for reading.\r\n\r\nOur curriculum is built around themed units, and having high-quality, engaging books that align with those themes has made all the difference. Instead of just learning about a topic, students are now able to fully immerse themselves in it through stories, informational texts, and discussions. Whether we are exploring seasons, colonial times, or Native Americans, these books help bring each unit to life.\r\n\r\nI've seen students become more curious, ask deeper questions, and make stronger connections to what they are learning. They are excited to pick up books that match what we are studying, and many are eager to revisit them during independent reading time. For some of our students, these books are opening doors to a love of reading that will last far beyond our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only strengthened our curriculum, but it has also created joyful, meaningful learning experiences for every child in our room. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us build a classroom where learning is engaging, relevant, and inspiring.","fullyFundedDate":1767813640537,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-together-read-alouds-for/9983107/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages Together: Read-Alouds for Growing Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Campati","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3239448_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x372,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615818030409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-campati"},{"teacherId":3276190,"projectId":9927475,"letterContent":"Together, these resources have fostered an environment where collaboration feels natural, and calm is the foundation. Students move through their day with greater confidence, knowing they have both the tools and the community to support their emotional well-being. Sensory tools and role-playing tools make the magic happen!\r\n\r\nBuilding on this success, our next project will expand our role-playing opportunities through the creation of a career dress-up center. This space will allow students to explore diverse professions, imagine their futures, and continue developing social skills in new contexts. Your investment in our students' growth continues to ripple outward.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our vision!","fullyFundedDate":1764700602128,"projectUrl":"project/pretend-play-and-sensory-for-all/9927475/","projectTitle":"Pretend Play and Sensory for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Penney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3276190_orig.jpg?crop=1805,1805,x362,y388&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691545731467","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-penney"},{"teacherId":3066718,"projectId":9833911,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting Pages to Prizes and helping bring the joy of reading to our K–4 students. Because of your generosity, our students are not only building stronger reading skills, but also developing confidence, excitement, and lifelong habits that will carry far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour support allows us to provide meaningful incentives, engaging books, and opportunities for families to be part of their child's reading journey. Together, we are creating a culture where every student feels motivated, celebrated, and inspired to grow.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your partnership in making reading both rewarding and fun for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1764679243222,"projectUrl":"project/pages-to-prizes/9833911/","projectTitle":"Pages to Prizes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cozart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3066718_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751222367235","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-cozart"},{"teacherId":3239448,"projectId":9944638,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been filled with excitement, imagination, and joyful learning. When students first saw the Mickey Mouse ears, pirate hats, and 100th Day necklaces, their faces lit up with pure delight. These simple props instantly transformed our classroom into a place where learning felt special and worth celebrating.\r\n\r\nStudents eagerly wore their items during themed lessons and milestone days, helping them stay engaged, build confidence, and fully immerse themselves in the experience. Pirate hats turned lessons into adventures, Mickey ears made learning feel magical, and 100th Day necklaces helped students proudly celebrate all they had accomplished.\r\n\r\nThese materials continue to support hands-on, playful learning while strengthening our classroom community and creating unforgettable moments. Thank you for helping make school a place where creativity, joy, and imagination shine every day!","fullyFundedDate":1765560105012,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-learning-through-imagination/9944638/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Learning Through Imagination!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Campati","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3239448_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x372,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615818030409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-campati"},{"teacherId":3239448,"projectId":9947226,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students are learning, creating, and celebrating in ways that truly bring our classroom to life. During our plants unit, each student planted and cared for their own flower, learning firsthand about plant needs, responsibility, and growth. Watching them proudly water their plants and track changes each day made science meaningful and memorable.\r\n\r\nStudents were thrilled to use the crowns during our Kings and Queens unit, eagerly stepping into character as they explored leadership, storytelling, and community roles. The photo printer has allowed us to capture special learning moments throughout the year, and students love seeing themselves celebrated and sharing those keepsakes with their families.\r\n\r\nThese resources are helping grow confident learners, curious scientists, and a strong classroom community. Thank you for supporting joyful, hands-on learning and helping every child feel valued and celebrated!","fullyFundedDate":1765151102907,"projectUrl":"project/capturing-memories-growing-scientists/9947226/","projectTitle":"Capturing Memories, Growing Scientists, and Celebrating Royalty!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Campati","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3239448_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x372,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615818030409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-campati"},{"teacherId":3239448,"projectId":9850141,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students were able to head into winter break with fun, meaningful activities that encouraged creativity, family time, and hands-on learning. Students used tic-tac-toe games, coloring pages, and sticker activities to strengthen fine-motor skills and use their imaginations—giving them engaging, screen-free ways to stay busy at home.\r\n\r\nWhen students first received their materials, they were excited and proud to have something special to take with them for break. Many immediately talked about playing games with their families and sharing their activities with siblings. The hats and gloves were especially meaningful, helping students stay warm and enjoy time outside safely.\r\n\r\nThese resources helped support learning beyond the classroom by promoting creativity, connection, and healthy play during a long break from routine. 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The joy on their faces when they first saw the materials—smiles, cheers, and eager sharing of ideas—was unforgettable.\r\n\r\nThese resources allowed students to create meaningful keepsakes to take home while building confidence, collaboration skills, and holiday memories they will cherish. Thank you for bringing magic, engagement, and creativity into our classroom and helping make this season truly special for every child.","fullyFundedDate":1764690183234,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-holiday-joy-through-hands-on-cr/9907620/","projectTitle":"Bringing Holiday Joy Through Hands-On Crafts and Creativity!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Campati","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3239448_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x372,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1615818030409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-campati"},{"teacherId":3066718,"projectId":9930113,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to provide a classroom where reading is not stressful, but fun and engaging! With a classroom library that is updated with high interest books and characters that look like them, students are eager to pick up a book and read. Having multiple books of the same series has created some enthusiasm to keep reading. Students need to be able to try books and find what interest them, but also at a level where they can feel successful and grow.\r\n\r\nBy adding prizes for actually finishing books, my students would rather read than work on their iPads which is a huge win.","fullyFundedDate":1764679243788,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-what-we-do/9930113/","projectTitle":"Reading is what we do!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cozart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3066718_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751222367235","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-cozart"},{"teacherId":3066718,"projectId":9648045,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our students 3d artistic designs come to life! Students are eager to create items that can be turned in to 3d real life art. 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