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The marker holder and metal pen cups have helped students access supplies independently, which keeps our transitions calm and efficient - critical in a resource room where every minute counts. And the tissues have been used daily, helping us keep students healthy and comfortable so they can learn without interruption. Thank you so much for providing the tools that keep our classroom running smoothly, support hands-on learning, and give my students more independence and confidence each day.","fullyFundedDate":1758636632246,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-shine-with-calm-confi/9611774/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Shine with Calm & Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9467146_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707785277685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marin"},{"teacherId":9467146,"projectId":9763958,"letterContent":"My students have LOVED all the new resources your family has provided them! The primary writing notebooks have been an incredible support - my students now cut and paste their graphic organizers directly into their own notebooks, which means nothing gets lost during transitions. They love having their own personal notebook and especially enjoyed picking out their favorite colors. We even created a table of contents in each notebook, which has helped them understand text features in such a fun and meaningful way. They are now confidently pointing out the table of contents in other books. Watching them know where each step of writing is (all in their notebook) has truly been a dream for me as a teacher. I cannot wait to see their progress by the end of the year - and to point out their progress to them! Our new triangular pencils have also made a huge difference for grip and handwriting. You have provided so much that students are asking to take some back to their desk and I can say of course!! The pencils are so good for them and they love to use them. \r\n\r\nMy younger students are absolutely thriving with the Play-Doh sets and counting mats. They think they're \"just playing,\" but they're building fine motor skills, number sense, and early math foundations without even realizing it. The science viewers have also become a student favorite, they spark curiosity, encourage conversation, and give my students a hands-on way to explore animals and the world around them. The new bookshelf helps keep everything accessible and organized, making our space feel calmer and more inviting. Thank you so much for giving my students tools that support independence, joy, confidence, and meaningful learning every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1761921518931,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-help-young-minds-shine/9763958/","projectTitle":"Tools to Help Young Minds Shine!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9467146_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707785277685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marin"},{"teacherId":9467146,"projectId":9511066,"letterContent":"When our new file folders, organizers, and classroom supplies arrived, my students were immediately excited to see how bright, colorful, and inviting everything looked. These materials have completely transformed the way we manage our daily routines, especially for my students IEPs, IEPs @ Glances, progress monitoring, and all other things! My kiddos have thrived with the visual structure and clear organization support. We now use the hanging file folders and vertical wall organizers to sort individualized work, center materials, AR books, and goal-tracking sheets. One of my favorite moments was watching a student proudly walk up to the new file center, find her color-coded folder independently, and say, \"I know exactly where my goal work is now!\" That small moment of independence is exactly why these resources matter.\r\n\r\nThese materials are already making a real difference in our classroom workflow. Students stay more focused because everything they need is accessible, labeled, and within reach. Our current projects like literacy centers, math centers, and writing goal work run more smoothly now that each group's materials are organized and ready to go. As we continue moving through the year, students will be using these systems daily to access their goal work, hands-on materials, resources they can take to their gen ed classroom, and track their progress toward reading, writing, math, behavior, and social goals. Thanks to your generosity, my students are learning routines that support responsibility, confidence, and academic growth, and we couldn't be more grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1753937235533,"projectUrl":"project/organizational-pros/9511066/","projectTitle":"Organizational Pros","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9467146_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707785277685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marin"},{"teacherId":8020103,"projectId":9776650,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your very generous donation to our classroom project! Because of you, we were able to purchase two brand new Chromebooks to use daily in our classroom. Since adding these new Chromebooks to our classroom, students are able to complete daily assignments and their weekly goals. This technology allows students to complete weekly goals that are specifically tailored to their own unique learning path that they are on. Students are excited to use technology every day to show what they know and to learn new skills. 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Students are excited to use technology every day to show what they know and to learn new skills. Due to your generosity, my students are able to grow in so many amazing ways!","fullyFundedDate":1755864182823,"projectUrl":"project/chromebooks-for-learning/9486663/","projectTitle":"Chromebooks for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8020103_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y645&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738210629715","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8020103"},{"teacherId":9467146,"projectId":9233869,"letterContent":"Our classroom has truly transformed thanks to your generosity. The new books have opened up so many opportunities for my students, especially with the variety of graphic novels, picture books, and high-interest titles. These texts introduce key early literacy skills such as exploring story structure, building vocabulary through visuals, and practicing reading stamina in a way that feels fun and engaging rather than overwhelming.\r\n\r\nReading in our room now looks joyful, calm, and student-led. Kids are picking up books during breaks, after finishing work, or even when they feel overwhelmed. This is the first year I've seen students independently choose reading as their \"cool-down\" activity and that shift is 100% because we now have books they genuinely connect with.\r\n\r\nOne of the best parts is how excited the students get when they can request a book about their interests and then watch it arrive through DonorsChoose. It makes them feel seen, valued, and supported. They truly understand that there are people out there rooting for their success.\r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just give us books—it helped grow confidence, curiosity, and a real love for reading. Thank you so much for believing in my students and investing in their joy.","fullyFundedDate":1746540353285,"projectUrl":"project/hooked-on-books/9233869/","projectTitle":"Hooked on Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9467146_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707785277685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marin"},{"teacherId":7404034,"projectId":9420190,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project! Your generosity helped me create a bright, welcoming classroom for my first graders to start the year. The bulletin board borders, background paper, hot glue gun, and colorful paper transformed our space into a cheerful environment that students and families love. My students feel proud seeing their work displayed, and I'm so grateful to you for helping make our classroom a place that inspires learning every day. We truly couldn't have done it without you!","fullyFundedDate":1753277369990,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-classroom/9420190/","projectTitle":"Colorful Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cronk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7404034_orig.jpg?crop=866,866,x123,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601765059075","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cronk"},{"teacherId":8620539,"projectId":9543191,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generosity in funding our classroom novel set of Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief! Because of your support, each of my students now has their own copy to hold, read, and explore together as a class.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was immediate—students couldn't wait to dive into Percy's world of Greek gods, quests, and adventure. For many, this will be the first time they've read a full novel of this level from start to finish, and having their own book has made a world of difference. I've already seen their enthusiasm for reading grow as they discuss favorite moments and make connections to myths and modern life. \r\n\r\nYour donation has brought both joy and learning to our classroom. I have already heard them mention a desire to keep reading the series on their own once we finish this one. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping make reading an experience they can truly share. Your kindness has sparked curiosity, confidence, and a genuine love for stories that I know will stay with them.","fullyFundedDate":1755372244079,"projectUrl":"project/a-good-book-to-read-and-motivation-beyon/9543191/","projectTitle":"A Good Book to Read and Motivation Beyond","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hills","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8620539_orig.jpg?crop=1819,1819,x2052,y464&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660704195771","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8620539"},{"teacherId":7404034,"projectId":9504591,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my DonorsChoose project, Bright Minds at Work! Your generous donation will directly impact my first grade students by providing them with the tools and resources they need to learn, grow, and shine. Because of you, our classroom will be filled with more creativity, exploration, and joyful learning. I am incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in my students. You've made a real difference and inspired us all to dream big, work hard, and keep learning every day! Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1754355899336,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-at-work/9504591/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds at Work","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cronk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7404034_orig.jpg?crop=866,866,x123,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601765059075","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cronk"},{"teacherId":5590198,"projectId":9712992,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. This new iPad in our classroom will help us reach out one to one status. With technology constantly changing and updating, it is so great that we can continue to add new technology into the classroom. My students use our classroom iPads for a variety of reasons, so having a personal iPad for each student is so beneficial. I am able to individualize it to meet their own personal needs and give them access to things that keep them motivated and excited to learn. Thank you for your continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1757911229656,"projectUrl":"project/insane-for-ipads/9712992/","projectTitle":"Insane for iPads","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Heath","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5590198_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532900480881","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shawnaheath"},{"teacherId":1548904,"projectId":9637484,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping to fund our new Chromebook. We needed it to use on all of our computer programs to help support our learning in the classroom. We have been excited and using it. We have been short a few Chromebooks, so one more really helped more students have access to the technology then need to meet their learning goals. Staying focused on learning is easier when we have the materials and equipment that we need. We are so grateful for your support of our learning and your generosity. We really appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1759020497582,"projectUrl":"project/technology-for-kids/9637484/","projectTitle":"Technology for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1548904_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y331&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714611937892","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/laura-blood"},{"teacherId":310296,"projectId":7983711,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project for classroom essentials. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact on our first grade classroom. With your support, we were able to add much-needed materials that make our classroom a warm, organized, and engaging place to learn—including a wonderful collection of books just right for first graders.\r\n\r\nThese new books are already sparking excitement and curiosity. My students love gathering in our reading corner to explore stories, practice their reading skills, and share their favorite parts with classmates. The variety of texts—ranging from simple decodable readers to engaging picture books—helps meet the needs of all our young readers. Struggling readers can build confidence with supportive texts, while fluent readers can dive into new topics and develop their comprehension skills.\r\n\r\nHaving access to fresh, high-interest books is incredibly important at this age. First grade is a key time when students build the foundation for a lifelong love of reading. These books will be used during independent reading time, guided reading groups, and whole-class read-alouds, helping every child grow as a reader and thinker.\r\n\r\nYour donation goes far beyond physical supplies. You've helped create joyful learning moments—like the pride on a child's face when they finish a book on their own for the first time, or the excitement of discovering a new favorite story. 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