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Being able to cut, glue, draw, and build helps students process information in ways that go beyond worksheets or lectures. \r\n\r\nThis project also includes high-interest snacks to help support student focus and well-being throughout the day. Many students learn best when their basic needs are met, and a small snack can make a big difference. \r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom will continue to be a place where creativity is encouraged, learning is accessible, and students feel empowered to do their best. 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Every item in this project plays an important role in creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment where all students can succeed.\r\n\r\nMany of my students rely on school for consistent access to basic supplies, so your support makes a meaningful and immediate difference in their learning experience. When students have the materials they need, they are better able to focus, participate, and take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nSimple tools like pencils and erasers empower students to practice new skills, make mistakes, and revise their work. Post-it notes and tape help students organize their thinking, label important information, and engage in interactive lessons. These materials are especially valuable for visual learners and students who benefit from hands-on supports to track ideas, goals, and progress. Markers and scissors encourage creativity and active learning through projects that deepen understanding across subjects.\r\n\r\nStudents feel prepared and proud when they have the right tools at their desks, and this sense of readiness positively impacts their behavior, engagement, and academic growth. 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These puzzles strengthen critical thinking, problem-solving, spatial reasoning, and perseverance as students work through challenges at their own pace. \r\n\r\nKanoodle is especially impactful in an inclusion classroom because it can be used independently or collaboratively. Students with different learning styles and ability levels can engage in ways that feel accessible and motivating to them. Whether working quietly on their own or collaborating with peers, students practice focus, patience, and teamwork in a calm and purposeful way. These games will be used during small group instruction to reinforce problem-solving skills, as well as during structured indoor recess, Fun Friday, and tribe time in our after-school program. 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They are so excited for the yummy snacks!!! You are heroes to second graders. \r\nThey are loving the snacks to help them focus and get ready for learning. I am already seeing a response to the refuel in the afternoon when many of my students begin to get tired and need the push to continue their learning.\r\nYour donations make my classroom run so much better and I appreciate all you have given to our classroom. \r\nThank you so much for continuing to care, \r\n\r\nTracy","fullyFundedDate":1767407858488,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-fuel-the-learning/9972705/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Fuel the Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bolduc","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9209886_orig.jpg?crop=1814,1814,x1263,y873&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692668363753","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9209886"},{"teacherId":9209886,"projectId":9972690,"letterContent":"My students have loved the new math kits. We started using them the first day after break. I am amazed already at the change in the learning. No more going to get tools they need and disrupting the room the classroom. They are using them on the carpet as lap desks and all the tools they have stay right there to be used. They have been a great way for the students have their own math independence and in charge of their own learning by having what they need to be successful. 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The organized storage allows science tools, rock and mineral collections, and lab materials to be protected, accessible, and reused across multiple units.\r\n\r\nWith materials, clearly organized, my lessons can run smoothly.This lends the ability to help students make connections over time and deepen their understanding of science concepts.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting the behind-the-scenes organization that makes meaningful science learning possible for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1757076720478,"projectUrl":"project/cabinet-of-curiosity-storing-our-learni/9637514/","projectTitle":"Cabinet of Curiosity: Storing Our Learning Journeys","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Traks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7059002_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y363&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598367004350","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7059002"},{"teacherId":9885808,"projectId":9259092,"letterContent":"We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous contributions that have made a profound impact on our students' lives. Your support has enabled them to see themselves in others and embrace their identities proudly. The \"Proud of Who I Am\" initiative has fostered a sense of belonging and has allowed students to share their unique cultures and histories with their peers.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donations, our students had a wonderful experience at the end of the school year in 2025, and they continue to celebrate their roots through the materials you helped provide. Although I may no longer be at this location, I am thrilled to know that these resources are still empowering the next generation to connect with their heritage.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and commitment to our students' well-being are truly appreciated. 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Your generosity is helping us create a more inclusive, responsive school-wide approach where all students feel seen, valued, and capable of high achievement.","fullyFundedDate":1758856547467,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-diverse-learners-through-resp/9684854/","projectTitle":"Empowering Diverse Learners Through Responsive Teaching","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R Moorhouse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9530753_orig.jpg?crop=635,635,x11,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715089427558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9530753"},{"teacherId":9530753,"projectId":9624053,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our student athletes with new strength and conditioning equipment. The team was thrilled to see the kettlebells, dumbbells, ab cruncher, leg stretcher, and weight set, they immediately jumped in and loved trying out the new tools. With your generosity, our basketball players and runners can train smarter, stay safe, and build strength and flexibility. Your support is helping them develop healthy habits, confidence, and a strong foundation for success both on and off the court.","fullyFundedDate":1757076721626,"projectUrl":"project/stronger-safer-and-more-flexible/9624053/","projectTitle":"Stronger, Safer, and More Flexible","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R Moorhouse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9530753_orig.jpg?crop=635,635,x11,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715089427558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9530753"},{"teacherId":9530753,"projectId":9503718,"letterContent":"We are using the new resources to introduce our Compassion Cart and help students turn kindness into action. When students first saw the cart filled with supplies and snacks, they were excited and began talking about who might need them. Many shared that during Christmas, they want to help others but do not have money, and this project gave them a way to give. One meaningful moment was seeing students thoughtfully choose items for classmates. During our morning meeting, students reflected on how helping others makes them feel proud, more grateful, and aware that even small acts of compassion can truly brighten someone's day.","fullyFundedDate":1754315638276,"projectUrl":"project/compassion-cart-students-helping-studen/9503718/","projectTitle":"Compassion Cart: Students Helping Students in Need","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. R Moorhouse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9530753_orig.jpg?crop=635,635,x11,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715089427558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9530753"},{"teacherId":7773230,"projectId":9892196,"letterContent":"The Materials have been extremely helpful to our students. We have been able to do more things during science. We have been able to do centers so all the children can have a turn at using all the materials we got. Our students love to build and the Moontoy has been great because they can use their imagination and build something with all the pieces. We have also been able to participate more during music since they love the ocean drums that we got and the Ukelele was a big hit they all want to use it (I still have to learn the song that the donors mentioned). I just want to thank you so much for your donation because is very hard to find materials for children with Autism that is fun and will get them involved in fun learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1764271311897,"projectUrl":"project/stem-and-a-few-extra-materials-to-help-u/9892196/","projectTitle":"STEM and a Few Extra Materials to Help Us Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7773230"},{"teacherId":8566175,"projectId":9516955,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support and for your thoughtful and encouraging message. The math tools from this project have given students engaging, hands-on ways to practice important skills like multiplication and number fluency, making small-group instruction more interactive and meaningful. In addition, having afternoon snacks available helps students stay comfortable and ready to learn during the later part of the day, especially for those who may not have extra food at school. 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