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Our classroom now feels like a place where students can share their ideas freely and learn from one another.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is not unnoticed. You have made a meaningful impact on the daily lives of these beautiful students, and we are truly grateful for the warmth, comfort, and opportunities your gift has provided.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1749570093248,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-engaging-learning-zones/9378907/","projectTitle":"Cozy, Engaging Learning Zones","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10043646_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758811842783","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10043646"},{"teacherId":392077,"projectId":8552435,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! We are absolutely thrilled to receive the items for our intervention room.\r\n\r\nYou understood perfectly that the most needed items are often the basics that make focused learning possible. The new single desk, pencil holders, and grid Post-Its for making arrays created a much more functional and organized space for our students to concentrate and practice essential skills.\r\n\r\nThe addition of the containers for our unit on measurement are also vital. These hands-on tools give our students the concrete experience they need to fully understand conversions.\r\n\r\nYour support is a huge investment in our students' foundational learning. Thank you for making our classroom run more smoothly and effectively!","fullyFundedDate":1725830533131,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics/8552435/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tynan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp392077_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y679&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746562229759","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tynan"},{"teacherId":392077,"projectId":9286063,"letterContent":"Please accept my sincere thanks for your commitment to fostering a dynamic learning environment in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe collection of math manipulatives, including the unifix cubes, class set of whiteboards, magnetic ten frames, magnetic base ten blocks, and the penguin ice activity set (JiJi), has fundamentally changed our math instruction. These items are essential for implementing a hands-on, visual approach to mathematics.\r\n\r\nAs we utilize these resources alongside ST Math during rotations and for supplementary support, we are confident that our students will develop a love for learning by seeing math concepts in a clear, concrete, and engaging way. This critical support is helping them build the foundational and critical thinking skills necessary for future academic success.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your profound impact","fullyFundedDate":1746797993686,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-math-potential-with-st-math-ma/9286063/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Math Potential with ST Math Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tynan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp392077_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y679&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746562229759","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tynan"},{"teacherId":7056330,"projectId":9320355,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible support of our DonorsChoose project. Your donation has had a truly transformative impact on our classroom environment and, more importantly, on the learning experience of every single student. Before your generosity, our classroom was limited to a very traditional setup. Now, thanks to the items you funded we have a flexible, student-centered learning space!\r\nThe flexible seating options-including comfortable floor seating and the soft floor cushions-have been a complete game-changer. Students now have the freedom to choose a spot that best suits their learning style and mood for the day. 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Your donation has had a truly transformative impact on our classroom environment and, more importantly, on the learning experience of every single student.\r\n\r\nBefore your generosity, we were limited to a very traditional setup. Now, thanks to the items you funded, we have a flexible, student-centered learning space!\r\n\r\nThe flexible seating options—including the cushions and wicker furniture—have been a game-changer. Students now have the freedom to choose a spot that best suits their learning style and mood. We've seen an immediate boost in focus and engagement, especially during independent work and small-group collaboration, because they are more comfortable and in control of their own space.\r\n\r\nThe new clipboards are also a huge hit! They've allowed us to truly embrace learning anywhere—from the floor cushions to the cozy corner, and even outside the classroom door. They've made our lessons more active and dynamic, turning every inch of the room into a viable workspace.\r\n\r\nEven the new chairs have made a difference, providing much-needed comfortable and supportive seating for our main group work areas.\r\n\r\nIn short, your gifts did more than just purchase supplies; they invested in student ownership, comfort, and enhanced learning. 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It's been so rewarding to see them eagerly choose their favorite spots, work with partners, and settle into areas where they feel comfortable and focused. \r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, our students now have welcoming and engaging spaces where they can truly thrive. These areas have quickly become a favorite part of their day — whether they're playing math games with partners, diving into a good book, or working independently on their computers.\r\n\r\n This project truly wouldn't be possible without supporters like you. Your kindness is making a lasting impact, and we deeply appreciate your support.","fullyFundedDate":1746513809818,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-creativity-and-collaboration/9236871/","projectTitle":"Fostering Creativity and Collaboration: Flexible Seating in Our Classrooms","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McDonough","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9991965_orig.jpg?crop=1917,1918,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743956098626","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9991965"},{"teacherId":6527709,"projectId":8204666,"letterContent":"Our project was fully funded because of generous people like you! Thank you for taking the time and using your resources to make a donation we were able to provide a space for teachers and students to access what they need in order to complete successful science experiments \r\nAll the materials are labeled alphabetically in bins where they can easily be seen and accessed In addition this system allows us to keep track of inventory in a much easier way ensuring that students always have what they need Thank you again for helping us to help our students","fullyFundedDate":1712598920651,"projectUrl":"project/science-organization/8204666/","projectTitle":"Science Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Salvucci","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6527709"},{"teacherId":392077,"projectId":8150547,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support of our math classroom! Your donation has provided us with essential tools that will genuinely empower our students.\r\n\r\nThe Number Path Rekenreks are a game-changer, giving our students a concrete, hands-on alternative to the traditional number line to explore number relationships. Furthermore, the new math notebooks enabled every student to organize their thinking, take notes, and perform calculations with confidence and clarity.\r\n\r\nBy giving them these tools, you enabled our students to become active, successful mathematicians. 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