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We appreciate you and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1774963845965,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-big-books/10149474/","projectTitle":"We Love Big Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Her","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9009118_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y104&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704921674464","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9009118"},{"teacherId":9009118,"projectId":10134218,"letterContent":"Ever since we received the new STEM materials, students are more engaged during our active learning time where they decide how they would like to use their time to play and learn. The students were excited as I started putting up the different parts of the activity wall. I see them consistently going to the activity wall. The early foundations of becoming engineers and learning science and math begins with curiosity and being able to manipulate with hands-on materials. Your generous donations has given our class those materials and the opportunity to stay engaged while sparking joy. We are grateful and would not be where we are today if it wasn't for you.","fullyFundedDate":1774963677767,"projectUrl":"project/fun-stem-activities-for-early-learners/10134218/","projectTitle":"Fun STEM Activities for Early Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Her","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9009118_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y104&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704921674464","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9009118"},{"teacherId":9193741,"projectId":10129910,"letterContent":"Dear donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for bringing \"Building Blocks of Genius: STEM Play for Future Architects\" to life! When the boxes arrived, my students were absolutely buzzing with excitement. Seeing their faces light up as they unboxed the new building materials was a highlight of our month—they couldn't wait to start creating.\r\n\r\nCurrently, we are using these resources during our daily STEM exploration time. It has been incredible to watch my students engage with their own ideas, transitioning from simple stacks to complex structures. These materials aren't just toys; they are tools that are helping my students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1776190238980,"projectUrl":"project/building-blocks-of-genius-stem-play-for/10129910/","projectTitle":"Building Blocks of Genius: STEM Play for Future Architects","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9193741_orig.jpg?crop=2254,2254,x0,y308&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754351038203","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9193741"},{"teacherId":8187051,"projectId":10173740,"letterContent":"I wish you could have been in the room when I told my students their new chair pockets were finally here! The kids were so buzzed, shouting out questions like, \"What are we going to put in the pockets? or Which pocket will our pencil boxes go\" When the boxes arrived and we slipped those vibrant blue and red pockets over their chairs, the excitement was absolutely contagious. It was a true \"Wow\" moment for us. Before your gift, my students spent so much of their time just digging through clutter to find their writers' notebooks. Now, seeing them walk in and have everything they need right at their fingertips has given them such a sense of pride and autonomy over their own little space.\r\n\r\nWe are in the middle of our plant life cycle, which can be a lot for a kindergarten student to keep track of—between their writing notebooks, plant journals, and writing tools, things can end up all over the floor. But with these pockets, the change was instant. During our very first session using them, I watched my students—even the ones who usually get overwhelmed by a messy desk—independently grab their materials and settle right into work. They actually stayed focused for 20 minutes longer than usual! It has turned their chairs into these cozy, personalized \"learning stations\" where they can really dive deep into their animal facts without the stress of losing their pencil or notes.\r\n\r\nWe are so excited for what's coming next as the kids move from the journaling/writing phase into full-blown research. These pockets are going to be lifesavers for holding their peer-editing rubrics and messy drafts as they get ready for their big \"research\" projects. Your kindness did so much more than just help us clean up; you gave my students a tool that makes them feel prepared and confident every single day. They feel like you really believe in them, and seeing that spark in their eyes is the best gift of all. Thank you for making our classroom a place where they can truly shine.","fullyFundedDate":1775146602334,"projectUrl":"project/organized-for-success-chair-pockets-to/10173740/","projectTitle":"Organized for Success: Chair Pockets to Support Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8187051_orig.png?crop=484,484,x15,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695751008382","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8187051"},{"teacherId":2467946,"projectId":10166031,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to buy books for my students. The students were surprised when they heard that they were receiving a chapter book written in their own language. We've been talking about the book when it was published. Now they finally own one. The books got here on time for our unit, Hmong History and Leaders. We will read and learn about our ancestors' struggles. This donation will make a lasting impression on my students. I know they will remember this moment for many more years to come.\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1774351509681,"projectUrl":"project/the-power-of-first-hand-experience/10166031/","projectTitle":"The Power of First-Hand Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Na Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2467946_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y211&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628638290863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2467946"},{"teacherId":2467946,"projectId":10119269,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations. The diverse book collections from diverse authors in my classroom library has expanded my students' horizon greatly. While I'm still in the process of categorizing the books for easy check-out, they students can't wait to get their hands on them and start reading. I am hoping that these books will also give my students to want to become an author themselves and tell their own story in the near future. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for giving us the opportunity to grow within our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1772224530167,"projectUrl":"project/discover-the-joy-of-reading/10119269/","projectTitle":"Discover the Joy of Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Na Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2467946_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y211&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628638290863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2467946"},{"teacherId":8187051,"projectId":10159497,"letterContent":"Thank you again for making our whiteboards, dry-erase markers, and erasers possible. These simple tools have already made a big impact in our classroom by giving students more chances to practice skills in a hands-on, interactive way. We have used them for our UFLI phonics lessons, letter formation, number practice, and sharing ideas during small-group lessons. One especially special moment was when students used the whiteboards to work on writing the sounds they hear together. They were so proud to hold up their work, and the excitement in the room showed how meaningful these resources are to them.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with joy and excitement. They could not wait to begin using them, and many immediately asked if they could try writing right away. Their enthusiasm showed me how motivating new classroom tools can be. Because of your support, my students feel more engaged, more confident, and more willing to participate. Our next step is to continue using the whiteboards during guided reading and math centers, where students will practice skills independently and with partners while building confidence and independence every day.","fullyFundedDate":1774549650787,"projectUrl":"project/thinkboards-small-boards-big-ideas/10159497/","projectTitle":"ThinkBoards: Small Boards, Big Ideas","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8187051_orig.png?crop=484,484,x15,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695751008382","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8187051"},{"teacherId":9009118,"projectId":10115844,"letterContent":"First of all, I would like to say, THANK YOU! You have filled our hearts with so much warmth and joy because of your generous support in helping fund materials for our classroom. My students now have access to resources that enrich their learning, spark curiosity, and create a more engaging and supportive environment specifically with STEM. We have real hands-on materials to support our creative and constructing area of study which makes our learning experience and connections even more authentic. \r\n\r\nYour support makes a lasting difference and we are deeply appreciative of your generosity and commitment to education. We are enjoying all the materials daily!","fullyFundedDate":1772125454738,"projectUrl":"project/engineering-bright-futures/10115844/","projectTitle":"Engineering Bright Futures!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Her","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9009118_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y104&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704921674464","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9009118"},{"teacherId":9053323,"projectId":10132128,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation to my classroom project, \"Little Builders, Big STEM Ideas.\" My 24 kindergarteners were filled with excitement when they saw the new magnetic building blocks, Legos, and stylus pens. \r\n\r\nMy students look forward to Choice time every day so they can use their imaginations to create. With the new materials you provided, the students participated in hands-on learning, enhanced their teamwork skills, and ignited their curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has truly made a lasting impact on their learning and development. Thank you for being such an important part of their educational journey!","fullyFundedDate":1773768936649,"projectUrl":"project/little-builders-big-stem-ideas/10132128/","projectTitle":"Little Builders, Big STEM Ideas","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pa Houa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9053323_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773631446402","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pahouaher"},{"teacherId":9053323,"projectId":10154066,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for supporting our classroom community project! Your generosity has allowed my kindergarten students to explore animals and their habitats, learn how to maintain a clean and healthy environment, and understand the importance of community helpers.\r\n\r\nMy students were thrilled to see our new classroom materials. With the books and pretend-play materials you provided, they engaged in meaningful, hands-on learning about roles such as doctors, firefighters, teachers, and engineers. They learned how people work together to care for our communities and protect our environment.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us understand how helpers make our communities better!","fullyFundedDate":1773778514443,"projectUrl":"project/little-helpers-in-our-classroom-communit/10154066/","projectTitle":"Little Helpers in Our Classroom Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pa Houa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9053323_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773631446402","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pahouaher"},{"teacherId":9053323,"projectId":10121108,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my kindergarten Math project, \"Tiny Mathematicians\". Your kindness has helped my students write math problems without worrying about finding a maker that will work properly. Students have so much fun learning and exploring all the new math materials. They enjoy the Math Equivalency Puzzles, and taking turns playing the Pop & Add to 20 Game. The Stylus Pens definitely help students work on the iPad stress-free during their math activities.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping transform math time into a hands-on, engaging experience where young learners can build confidence and discover the joy of numbers.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in our classroom!:)","fullyFundedDate":1773091528013,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-mathematicians/10121108/","projectTitle":"Tiny Mathematicians","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pa Houa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9053323_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773631446402","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pahouaher"},{"teacherId":9053323,"projectId":9962962,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support in bringing our art project to life! With your donation, we restored our music box and provided our classroom with engaging art materials and manipulatives that spark my kindergarten students' imaginations.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful impact on our classroom. You have helped create a space where creativity thrives and every child feels inspired to dream, explore, and create. Every day, students look forward to visiting the art center. It's always exciting to see my students' creations. \r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your support. 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