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They take more pride in completing projects, creating posters, and participating in classroom activities because their work looks vibrant and professional. One student who has particularly thrived now engages more fully with assignments and shows increased confidence when sharing work with the class.","fullyFundedDate":1723759834454,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-love-color/8636847/","projectTitle":"Little Learners Love Color!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Haynes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7123221_orig.png?crop=417,417,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765894498125","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7123221"},{"teacherId":8948315,"projectId":8678112,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom feels brighter and more exciting! The printer, colored paper, and chalk have given students new ways to learn and express themselves. We even held a Vocabulary Parade, where students proudly used the printer to create colorful words and designs for their costumes. In both math and science, students have used the printer to make vibrant project boards that helped them share their learning with confidence.\r\n\r\nWhat excites them most is seeing their work come to life in color, it makes learning feel special. One student who usually struggles with focus has been especially motivated by creating colorful displays, while others have enjoyed showing off their creativity with the new supplies.\r\n\r\nYour support has made learning not only more engaging, but also more joyful. Thank you for helping our classroom shine!","fullyFundedDate":1724420712963,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-welcoming-learning-space-cla/8678112/","projectTitle":"Creating a Welcoming Learning Space: Classroom Decor and Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Segovia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8948315_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675293125357","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8948315"},{"teacherId":7391711,"projectId":8667046,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, A Peaceful Pad! Because of your kindness, we were able to create calming corners in our classroom — safe, peaceful spaces where students can regulate their emotions, reflect, and reset. These areas have become a valuable resource for students who need a break during overwhelming moments, helping them return to learning with a clearer mind and a more focused attitude. Your donation didn't just provide materials — it gave our students tools for emotional growth and resilience.\r\n\r\nThe calming corners are now a regular part of our classroom routine. Students use them to practice mindfulness, deep breathing, and self-regulation with tools like stress balls, emotion cards, and soft seating. We've noticed a significant improvement in their ability to manage stress, communicate their feelings, and support each other through tough moments. These small, quiet spaces have made a big impact — and it's all thanks to you!","fullyFundedDate":1724299345316,"projectUrl":"project/a-peaceful-pad-for-feelings/8667046/","projectTitle":"A Peaceful Pad for Feelings","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7391711_orig.jpg?crop=1103,1103,x0,y327&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724298309368","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7391711"},{"teacherId":8647268,"projectId":8388919,"letterContent":"Our fifth graders had such a memorable time participating in the Sip & Paint activity after their promotion. With paintbrushes in hand and colorful drinks at their tables, students were able to relax, laugh, and let their creativity shine. For many of them, this was their first time taking part in a guided painting experience, and the excitement in the room was contagious. The atmosphere was filled with music, conversation, and plenty of \"oohs\" and \"aahs\" as masterpieces began to take shape.\r\nThis experience gave students a wonderful creative outlet to celebrate the end of their elementary school journey. It allowed them to express themselves, try something new, and create a keepsake to remember their special day. The smiles, laughter, and sense of pride as they showed off their finished paintings spoke volumes. Thank you for making this moment possible—it was a perfect way to close out such an important milestone.","fullyFundedDate":1723514452912,"projectUrl":"project/palette-palooza-sip-paint-for-fifth-g/8388919/","projectTitle":"Palette Palooza: Sip & Paint for Fifth Grade Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ortiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8647268_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720716372788","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8647268"},{"teacherId":8647268,"projectId":8659416,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the new math resource folders and the colorful area rug, they were instantly excited. The math folders—both English and Spanish—quickly became an essential part of our daily routine. Students used them to keep math reference sheets, practice problems, and reflection pages all in one place. This helped them stay organized and take responsibility for their own learning. The rug transformed our meeting area into a warm, inviting space where we gathered for whole-group lessons, small group activities, and math talks. It became a favorite spot for collaboration and sharing ideas.\r\nThroughout the year, these resources made a noticeable difference in how students engaged with math. I remember one lesson where a group sat together on the rug, flipping through their math folders to check strategies before solving problems as a team. Having an organized system and a comfortable, designated learning space helped students feel more confident and focused. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom became a place where students were not only more prepared, but also more eager to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1723839971322,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-welcoming-and-organized-class/8659416/","projectTitle":"Creating a Welcoming and Organized Classroom Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ortiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8647268_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720716372788","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8647268"},{"teacherId":3862644,"projectId":8687131,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contributions to my multilingual learner classroom. My students have been able to utilize the resources purchased to have a productive school year. We've been busy taking notes, writing essays, and documenting our progress.\r\n\r\nIn the limited space that we have, we have been able to turn the easel into a screen for our projector. The sentence strips have been used for listing standards and objectives in pocket charts. And, of course, the notebooks have helped the students to document their work.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students' future!","fullyFundedDate":1724535086159,"projectUrl":"project/notebooks-and-easels-and-sentence-fram/8687131/","projectTitle":"Notebooks, and Easels, and Sentence Frames, Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oliver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3862644_orig.jpg?crop=2544,2544,x0,y610&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755283467947","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-oliver203"},{"teacherId":8948315,"projectId":8296571,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! Because of your kindness, my students now have access to color paper, laminator paper, colored pencils, and headphones that are making a big difference in their learning every day.\r\n\r\nWith these resources, students are able to bring their ideas to life in both creative and academic ways. They have been using the colored pencils and paper for projects in math, science, and reading, creating vibrant displays and presentations that show their understanding. The laminator paper allows us to make reusable learning tools that help students practice skills again and again. The headphones have been especially valuable, giving students the opportunity to focus during independent reading, online lessons, and testing.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, learning in our classroom is more engaging, colorful, and accessible for every student. My students are so excited to use these materials, and I've already seen their confidence and creativity grow.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and for believing in the power of education.","fullyFundedDate":1721684583006,"projectUrl":"project/set-ready-learn/8296571/","projectTitle":"Set, Ready, Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Segovia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8948315_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675293125357","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8948315"},{"teacherId":8824842,"projectId":7194299,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations for the project of An Atmosphere of Learning. It has given my students the ability to sit in a comfortable setting and do learning games together. The handheld mega pen that works toward the learning of phonics, has helped both the students for individualize learning while small groups are being conducted. Thank you for all that you do to help our future. They now use the seating to make sure they do not miss a moment of instructional time as well. When the students that sit in the back of the classroom have a hard time seeing the smartboard, they will grab a cushioned floor seating chair and sit in the front of the class not to miss a note of instruction. They now have made it flexible seating for their instructional time as well. Thanks for funding this project and giving my students the vigor to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1677508492967,"projectUrl":"project/an-atmosphere-of-learning-relaxation/7194299/","projectTitle":"An Atmosphere of 'Learning Relaxation'","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Frazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8824842_orig.jpg?crop=393,393,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1676511124604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8824842"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_64903","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":610,"numTeachers":49,"percentFrplEligible":87,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":26,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":69,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":54.8,"schoolId":64903,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about James McHenry Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"James McHenry Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maryland/prince-george-s-county-public-schools/james-mchenry-elementary-school/64903"}