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Your kindness is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1778032689566,"projectUrl":"project/learning-comes-alive-with-interactive-bo/10030766/","projectTitle":"Learning Comes Alive with Interactive Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gagalac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9803540"},{"teacherId":7261262,"projectId":10212359,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom by providing filament for our 3D printer. Your generosity has given our students the opportunity to bring their ideas to life in ways that simply wouldn't be possible without the materials needed to print their designs.\r\n\r\nWith a steady supply of filament, students have been able to design, test, and create their own projects while developing valuable STEM skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and engineering design. One of the most exciting parts for students is watching a digital idea become a real object they can hold in their hands. This hands-on experience has increased engagement and inspired many students who learn best by creating and experimenting.\r\n\r\nYour support has encouraged students to take on more challenging projects, work collaboratively, and gain confidence as they learn from both their successes and mistakes. Every spool of filament represents countless learning opportunities, and we are truly grateful for your investment in our classroom. Thank you for helping our students explore, innovate, and discover what they are capable of achieving.","fullyFundedDate":1779910994492,"projectUrl":"project/stem-3d-printing/10212359/","projectTitle":"Stem 3d Printing","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Goffstein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7261262_orig.jpg?crop=920,920,x6,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1591909574959","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrgoffstein"},{"teacherId":1387880,"projectId":10227779,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Pre-K classroom! Your donation has brought so much excitement and encouragement to my students each day.\r\n\r\nThe stickers have become a wonderful tool for motivating learning, celebrating achievements, and reinforcing positive behavior. They are also helping students strengthen fine motor skills while practicing letters, numbers, patterns, and other early learning concepts in fun, hands-on ways.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a joyful classroom where every child feels proud of their accomplishments and excited to learn. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in the lives of my young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1778041274130,"projectUrl":"project/stickers-stickers-stickers-/10227779/","projectTitle":"Stickers, Stickers, Stickers !!!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thomas' Pre-K Class","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1387880_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673303939036","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pre-kcthomas"},{"teacherId":1387880,"projectId":10097678,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Pre-K classroom! 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My students are so proud of their artwork, and they love having the tools to bring their ideas to life.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a lasting difference in our classroom and for investing in our young learners!","fullyFundedDate":1778116400301,"projectUrl":"project/drying-art/10097678/","projectTitle":"Drying Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thomas' Pre-K Class","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1387880_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673303939036","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pre-kcthomas"},{"teacherId":9353923,"projectId":10139920,"letterContent":"Thank you for making this project possible! My students were thrilled when they saw the new treasure box filled with exciting prizes. From fidget toys and pull-back cars to individually wrapped treats, every item quickly became something they looked forward to earning. The excitement was contagious, and students immediately began encouraging one another to make positive choices, stay focused, and work hard toward their goals.\r\n\r\nWe used these rewards as part of our classroom incentive system to recognize perseverance, kindness, responsibility, and academic growth. Students earn opportunities to choose a prize by demonstrating positive behavior, meeting personal learning goals, participating in class discussions, and showing resilience when learning becomes challenging. It has been wonderful to see how these simple rewards have increased motivation while helping create a classroom culture where effort is celebrated and every student feels valued.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has done so much more than provide prizes—it has helped build confidence, strengthen our classroom community, and inspire students to continue giving their best each day. 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They use them during math lessons and when they need to sit closely with a small group. They retrieve and return them independently. They use them responsibly and take great care of them because they love them that much. Your help with securing them is greatly appreciated and my students thank you as well. I know my future students will enjoy them just as much.","fullyFundedDate":1768278005252,"projectUrl":"project/learning-in-motion-tools-talk-and-fle/10010171/","projectTitle":"Learning in Motion: Tools, Talk, and Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Benjamin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7519070_orig.jpg?crop=1216,1216,x0,y52&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633486669853","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7519070"},{"teacherId":9627356,"projectId":10046392,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom project. It is because of your kindness that my students now have access to diverse classroom books that will help them see themselves represented, learn about others, and develop an even greater love for reading. Your donation also provided the headphones and small group materials that will create a more engaging, supportive, and focused learning environment for each student.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a direct and meaningful impact on our classroom community. The students are excited to use these new resources each day and I am incredibly grateful for your investment in their learning and growth. Thank you for helping create more opportunities that inspire curiosity, inclusion, and confidence in my students.","fullyFundedDate":1771365770446,"projectUrl":"project/a-diverse-library-for-diverse-learners/10046392/","projectTitle":"A Diverse Library for Diverse Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9627356"},{"teacherId":8054319,"projectId":10016743,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and school community, thank you for generously supporting our mural project, Walls of Wonder. Your donation provided the materials needed to transform an ordinary wall into a vibrant space filled with creativity, inspiration, and student expression.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students had the opportunity to collaborate, explore their artistic talents, and contribute to something meaningful that will brighten our school for years to come. \r\n\r\nProjects like Walls of Wonder give students a chance to feel seen, heard, and connected to their environment. Watching them bring their ideas to life with excitement and confidence has been truly rewarding. None of this would have been possible without your generosity and belief in the importance of arts and education.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a lasting piece of beauty and inspiration in our school. Your support has made a meaningful impact on our students, and we are deeply grateful for your contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1768514275450,"projectUrl":"project/walls-of-wonder/10016743/","projectTitle":"Walls of Wonder","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mahecha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8054319_orig.jpg?crop=384,384,x66,y133&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656369186509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8054319"},{"teacherId":1387880,"projectId":10037923,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our Pre-K classroom has been transformed into a more engaging, hands-on learning environment where students are actively building foundational literacy and math skills every day. With access to new alphabet and early math resources, students are now practicing letter recognition, letter-sound correspondence, counting, number identification, sorting, patterning, and problem-solving through meaningful, play-based experiences.\r\n\r\nThese materials have allowed us to better support diverse learning styles through small-group instruction, independent exploration, and purposeful play. Students who were once hesitant are now more confident and eager to participate. We have seen noticeable growth in fine motor development, increased attention during activities, and stronger language skills as students engage in conversations and collaborate with their peers.\r\n\r\nThe interactive and tactile nature of these resources has significantly boosted engagement and enthusiasm for learning. Our classroom environment is now both structured and playful, encouraging curiosity, independence, and positive early learning habits. Most importantly, your support is helping our students build a strong foundation for kindergarten readiness while fostering a genuine love for learning that will stay with them for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a meaningful and lasting impact on our students' educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1770995200000,"projectUrl":"project/alphabet-numbers/10037923/","projectTitle":"Alphabet & Numbers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thomas' Pre-K Class","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1387880_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673303939036","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pre-kcthomas"},{"teacherId":9363367,"projectId":10013170,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to support the needs of my classroom. Any extra support in the filed of education to help our kiddos to succeed is always appreciated and I am truly grateful. \r\nIt has been a major impact to have an iPad verse using a Chromebook, the ability to have a touch screen device so that my students can access the school wide programs has made a world of a difference. The computer mice have also been a true game changer it has made accessing the mandated computer programs easier to navigate for my students. The tens frame magnetic numbers has helped my kinder students master the skill of adding 10 + any single digit number. They love that its magnetic we put it up on the huge file cabinet and the love it. Anything to get them out of their seats away from the desks but still learning is a great thing for the little ones.","fullyFundedDate":1768687183444,"projectUrl":"project/technology-and-classroom-supplies/10013170/","projectTitle":"Technology and Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9363367"},{"teacherId":1026454,"projectId":8985800,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, my students now have essential supplies that make a real difference in their daily learning experience. Your donations of dry erase markers, scissors, earbuds, and a wooden organizer have truly helped our classroom run more smoothly and effectively.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase markers are used every single day. Whether students are solving math problems, practicing skills, or participating in quick checks for understanding, these tools allow for active engagement and immediate feedback. Students love being able to share their thinking in a low-pressure way, and it keeps lessons interactive and fun.\r\n\r\nThe scissors you provided may seem simple, but they are incredibly important. From science projects to interactive notebook activities, having reliable materials ensures that all students can fully participate without interruption. It helps keep our classroom organized and allows us to focus more on learning rather than sharing limited supplies.\r\n\r\nThe earbuds have also made a big impact. With technology being an important part of our instruction, students often need to listen to lessons, complete assessments, or work independently at their own pace. Having their own earbuds allows them to stay focused without distractions and supports a more personalized learning experience for each student.\r\n\r\nIn addition, your contribution toward a wooden organizer has been a game changer for our classroom. Since I teach two classes, managing student workbooks can be a challenge. This organizer has given us a structured and consistent place to store materials, making transitions smoother and saving valuable instructional time. Students are able to quickly access their work, stay organized, and take greater responsibility for their materials.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and for investing in our classroom. 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