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Instead of spending valuable instructional time searching for, repairing, or reorganizing materials, I can focus that time and energy on my students.\r\nThank you for recognizing that a successful classroom needs more than books and pencils. Your generosity has helped me create an environment where my students can feel comfortable, stay focused, and be ready to learn every day! 💜","fullyFundedDate":1787248099572,"projectUrl":"project/clean-organized-ready-to-learn/10203121/","projectTitle":"Clean, Organized, Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Belger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp554593_orig.jpg?crop=3456,3456,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786465571459","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bbelger"},{"teacherId":554593,"projectId":10207223,"letterContent":"Popcorn Friday has quickly become one of our favorite classroom traditions! My students LOVE ending the week with a fresh bag of popcorn, and the variety of seasonings makes choosing their flavor part of the fun. What may look like a simple Friday treat has become a meaningful way for us to celebrate a successful week of learning, positive choices, and growth together.\r\nThroughout the week, my students know that Popcorn Friday is a privilege they can look forward to. It encourages them to work hard, follow our classroom expectations, and make positive choices. Even more importantly, this tradition gives us time to slow down, celebrate our accomplishments, talk, laugh, and strengthen our classroom community. Those moments of connection and belonging are an important part of helping my kindergarten students feel happy, safe, and ready to learn.\r\nThanks to your generosity, we now have plenty of popcorn, bags, and fun flavors to keep this tradition going throughout the school year. Thank you for helping us celebrate the little victories that lead to BIG growth.","fullyFundedDate":1787247907805,"projectUrl":"project/yay-popcorn-friday/10207223/","projectTitle":"Yay Popcorn Friday!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Belger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp554593_orig.jpg?crop=3456,3456,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786465571459","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bbelger"},{"teacherId":554593,"projectId":10183390,"letterContent":"We are already so excited about our upcoming 100th Day of School celebration! Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is stocked with special books, activities, awards, decorations, and goodies that will help us turn this important kindergarten milestone into a day my students will remember.\r\nIn kindergarten, reaching the 100th day is about so much more than a celebration. We begin counting our days from Day ONE, using each new day to build number sense, recognize patterns, and understand groups of ten as we work our way toward 100. Now, we have an extra-special celebration waiting for us at the finish line! My students will enjoy 100th Day stories, activities, crowns, keepsakes, and other fun surprises while celebrating everything they have learned and accomplished.\r\nI am incredibly grateful that your kindness has made it possible for me to create this experience for my students. We haven't reached Day 100 yet, but thanks to you, we are READY! 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The students were overjoyed to see all of the fun items! \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your donations and for bringing a smile to many students faces. Trying to provide everything myself throughout the years becomes taxing on my income, and having projects like this really uplift me and help out a lot.","fullyFundedDate":1735427844544,"projectUrl":"project/snacksprizesand-calming-tools/8844332/","projectTitle":"Snacks/Prizes/and Calming Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vyers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6487780_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682966424116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6487780"},{"teacherId":8676277,"projectId":9985985,"letterContent":"Thank you donating to our Mini Food pantry. With your donations we were able to send home weekend packs with over 50 students this year. Parents were thrilled to have the extra food items especially with rising costs\r\n\r\nEach bag had a full meal and recipe that could feed a family of four. Every item we collected was pantry safe and didn't need milk, eggs or butter. Many students shared with me that they cooked the meals or helped their family members. \r\n\r\nAgain thank your supporting my students and families.","fullyFundedDate":1767933676788,"projectUrl":"project/mini-food-pantry/9985985/","projectTitle":"Mini Food Pantry.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Theiss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8676277"},{"teacherId":554593,"projectId":9302563,"letterContent":"My students were beyond excited when they first saw the materials! Their eyes lit up at the sight of the tubs of playdough, cutters, alphabet shapes, numbers, and even the Potato Head pieces. They couldn't wait to get their hands on everything and immediately began exploring, creating, and learning through play. The materials sparked so much joy and curiosity, and it was incredible to see how naturally they engaged in hands-on learning right from the start. \r\nI began using Play-Doh at the beginning of the school year to help strengthen the students' fine motor skills. 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These small tokens of recognition build confidence, encourage perseverance, and make learning feel joyful and rewarding.\r\n\r\nThe button maker also gives students the chance to design and create their own buttons. This encourages creativity, problem-solving, and ownership of their learning. Thanks to the DonorsChoose Community, our library is now an even more engaging place where students can explore, create, and celebrate both their achievements and their imagination.","fullyFundedDate":1766247818191,"projectUrl":"project/button-up-for-reading-library-incentive/9809477/","projectTitle":"Button Up for Reading: Library Incentives That Motivate and Inspire!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2845956_orig.jpg?crop=1344,1344,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651236924185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elderb"},{"teacherId":2845956,"projectId":9732448,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us create a Calm Corner in our library! Your support has given students a cozy space where they can breathe, reset, and focus. Fidgets, sensory putty, timers, weighted stuffed animals, and soft seating help students manage big emotions and return to reading with greater attention and confidence. This space has turned anxious energy into calm focus and given students practical strategies they can use every day to succeed.\r\n\r\nBecause of the Calm Corner, I have been able to spend more time teaching and guiding students while they practice self-regulation independently. Students of all backgrounds, including English language learners and neurodivergent learners, are using the space to build reading stamina and enjoy stories more fully. Thanks to the DonorsChoose Community, our library is now an even more welcoming, inclusive, and joyful place where every student can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1759686144299,"projectUrl":"project/story-time-serenity-spot/9732448/","projectTitle":"Story Time Serenity Spot","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2845956_orig.jpg?crop=1344,1344,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651236924185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elderb"},{"teacherId":2845956,"projectId":9362609,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our library with essential cleaning supplies! Because of your generosity, our library is now a cleaner, safer, and more welcoming space for all students. Items like Kleenex, Germ-X, Clorox wipes and spray, and Mr. Clean erasers help us keep surfaces germ-free and ensure that students can focus, stay healthy, and enjoy their time exploring books and learning together.\r\n\r\nWith these supplies, I've been able to spend more time teaching and guiding students, rather than worrying about cleaning or managing germs. A fresh, well-cared-for environment helps students feel valued and ready to engage in reading, projects, and collaborative learning. It also reinforces that their space, and their learning, matters.\r\n\r\nOur students are curious, creative, and full of energy, and your support helps them thrive every day. Thanks to the DonorsChoose Community, our library is not only sparkling clean but also a space where imagination, discovery, and learning can flourish. We are so grateful for your generosity and the positive impact it has made in our students' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1757278340561,"projectUrl":"project/sparkle-shine-supplies-for-a-fresh-c/9362609/","projectTitle":"Sparkle & Shine: Supplies for a Fresh, Clean Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2845956_orig.jpg?crop=1344,1344,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651236924185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elderb"},{"teacherId":2845956,"projectId":9171173,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our library and for providing headphones and organizers for our students. Your generosity has made it possible for every child to fully engage in digital reading programs, audiobooks, and language-learning tools in a focused and meaningful way. For our diverse group of learners, including many English language learners, this technology provides essential support such as modeled fluent reading, vocabulary development, and the ability to replay or slow down text to strengthen comprehension.\r\n\r\nThe excitement has been incredible to see. Students love putting on their headphones and immersing themselves in stories. Some who were hesitant about using digital tools at first have completely warmed up to them and now seek them out independently. I've watched students build confidence after practicing with audio support, and that confidence carries over into classroom reading and discussions.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our library is more organized, more accessible, and better equipped to meet the needs of every learner. You are not just providing equipment, you are helping students grow as readers, develop independence, and discover the joy of learning in ways that work best for them. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1742949037662,"projectUrl":"project/loud-and-clear-headphones-for-young-rea/9171173/","projectTitle":"Loud and Clear: Headphones for Young Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2845956_orig.jpg?crop=1344,1344,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651236924185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elderb"},{"teacherId":8676277,"projectId":9703804,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. Our students and teachers are actively using the regulation tools in classrooms, specials, and even in the hallways. Not only do these tools help students stay calm and regulate their emotions, but they also support focus and concentration.\r\n\r\nMany of our students have difficulty keeping their hands or feet still during instruction time. Simple tools such as small fidgets or bands under their desks have made a meaningful difference by helping them stay engaged and attentive in class.\r\n\r\nTeachers truly appreciate that they did not have to spend their own money to purchase these regulation tools. As we know, educators often use personal funds to support their classrooms, and this support has made a significant impact on both teachers and students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and commitment to our school community.\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\nCarla Theiss","fullyFundedDate":1759416945143,"projectUrl":"project/regulation-tools-for-my-students/9703804/","projectTitle":"Regulation Tools for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Theiss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8676277"},{"teacherId":10064517,"projectId":9434798,"letterContent":"These gifts have been such a blessing for my students and my office spaces. My students have been able to use fidgets, coloring supplies, and literature to work on self regulation skills, calming strategies, and overall activities for enrichment. \r\n\r\nSome things my students have been very excited to have are multicultural pencils and markers.\r\n\r\nDue to HIPPA and other guidelines, I have limited pictures, however I have been utilizing these items daily! 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