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I truly appreciate Colorful Minds for helping create a classroom environment that supports understanding, creativity, and student success.","fullyFundedDate":1761227089830,"projectUrl":"project/a-colorful-classroom-for-creative-minds/9848876/","projectTitle":"A Colorful Classroom for Creative Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7604424_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1602795335323","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7604424"},{"teacherId":7604424,"projectId":9855093,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our anchor chart project. Because of you, my classroom now has clear, visible learning tools that students can rely on every day. These anchor charts help break down reading and writing skills in a way that feels accessible and manageable for students, especially when they need reminders while working independently.\r\n\r\nStudents regularly refer to the charts during lessons, writing tasks, and small-group work. Instead of asking for help right away, many students now check the charts first, which has helped build confidence and independence. Having these visual supports posted in the classroom has made learning more consistent and less intimidating.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helped create a classroom environment where students feel supported and capable. These anchor charts will continue to guide learning long after this school year ends. 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Hunger can easily become a distraction, but because of your support, students were able to take a moment to refuel and return to their work feeling more prepared and confident. Something as simple as a snack helped ease anxiety and allowed students to concentrate on doing their best.\r\n\r\nYour donation also helped create a more caring and supportive testing environment. Students felt encouraged and looked out for one another, and several expressed how grateful they were to have snacks during such an important time. For some students, this support meant knowing they were cared for and not worrying about being hungry during the school day.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping my students feel supported, focused, and ready to succeed. 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Students are practicing close reading, discussing themes such as justice and belonging, and making connections between what they read and their own lives, which has made reading more purposeful and engaging.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom has become more interactive and student-centered. Students eagerly choose these books during independent reading time, reference them during discussions, and ask thoughtful questions about history and perspective. I have seen students who are typically reluctant readers become more confident and willing to participate when they see themselves and their families reflected in the stories and topics we study. Others have shared that this is the first time they feel that school texts truly represent who they are.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom environment where all students feel seen, valued, and empowered through literature. These books are not just teaching reading skills; they are helping students build pride in their cultures, respect for others, and a deeper understanding of the world around them. Thank you for investing in my students and in a more inclusive, meaningful learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1718063467376,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-culture/8230421/","projectTitle":"Books for Culture","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7604424_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1602795335323","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7604424"},{"teacherId":9721771,"projectId":9607997,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my 5th graders!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for choosing to help my 5th grade class. Your gift of construction paper, markers, and copy paper is already making a difference in our 5th-grade classroom. Because of you, my students can create vibrant projects and present them confidently. Your support will help to fuel creativity, collaboration, and learning all year long.\r\n\r\nThrough art work my students were able to connect to various themes and issues discussed in class. Thank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1755996902363,"projectUrl":"project/creative-classroom/9607997/","projectTitle":"Creative Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karkantzelis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9721771_orig.jpg?crop=1932,1932,x0,y392&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725110090344","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskarkantzelis"},{"teacherId":5450182,"projectId":9476276,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my second graders were able to experience a new level of learning and engagement in our classroom! The printer and document camera we received became essential tools that helped my students grow both academically and creatively.\r\n\r\nThe printer allowed me to provide personalized materials for each child from phonics practice sheets and reading logs to math games and writing prompts that matched their individual learning levels. We no longer had to wait days for copies or skip valuable activities because of limited access to printing. Students are thrilled to see their own work printed, displayed, and celebrated throughout the classroom!\r\n\r\nThe document camera quickly became one of our favorite tools. I used it to project storybooks during read-alouds, model math problems step-by-step, and showcase student work so the whole class could learn from one another. The visual aspect keeps everyone focused and makes lessons feel interactive and alive.\r\n\r\nYour support brought more color, connection, and creativity into our classroom. These tools make daily lessons more accessible and help every student see their potential in a new light. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our little learners and giving them the opportunity to shine.","fullyFundedDate":1753411802337,"projectUrl":"project/empower-young-learners-with-a-printer-an/9476276/","projectTitle":"Empower Young Learners With a Printer and Document Camera","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lilian Cruz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5450182_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721070304937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5450182"},{"teacherId":5450182,"projectId":9317564,"letterContent":"My students are absolutely loving their Fun Friday STEM materials! They've been so creative by building bridges, towers, and all sorts of imaginative structures using the materials provided.\r\n\r\nThe classroom printer has also been a huge help; I've been using it daily to print engaging activities and resources for them.\r\n\r\nThroughout the week, my students work very hard, and Fridays have become a special time for them to unwind and collaborate. This free play is not only fun but also essential in helping them rebuild social connections and teamwork skills.\r\n\r\nThank you for being part of their learning journey. Your generosity and kindness truly make a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1750869545592,"projectUrl":"project/fun-friday/9317564/","projectTitle":"Fun Friday!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lilian Cruz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5450182_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721070304937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5450182"},{"teacherId":9721771,"projectId":8727266,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well! Your support played a crucial role in helping my students foster a deeper understanding of wildlife and ecosystems. The owl pellets you provided were not just fascinating specimens, they served as a powerful educational tool. \r\n\r\nBy dissecting these pellets, my students engaged in hands-on learning that enhanced their understanding of: ecosystem dynamics: where they studied the diet of owls and gained insights into the food chains and ecological roles of predators and prey. Scientific inquiry: where the process of dissection encouraged critical thinking and scientific investigation as they hypothesized, observed and analyzed the contents of the pellets. Interdisciplinary learning: which allowed us to integrate lessons from biology, ecology ad even art as the students illustrated their findings.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, we have been able to conduct enriching activities that sparked curiosity and inspired future environmentalists. Once again, thank youfor your generous donation of owl pellets.","fullyFundedDate":1726173462054,"projectUrl":"project/owl-pellets-to-learn-about-food-chains/8727266/","projectTitle":"Owl Pellets To Learn About Food Chains!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karkantzelis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9721771_orig.jpg?crop=1932,1932,x0,y392&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725110090344","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskarkantzelis"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_81370","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":881,"numTeachers":57,"percentFrplEligible":91,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":94,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"15.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":41.5,"schoolId":81370,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Roosevelt Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Roosevelt Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-jersey/union-city-public-schools/roosevelt-elementary-school/81370"}