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Thank you so much for your generous donation!","fullyFundedDate":1764698776285,"projectUrl":"project/gaming-is-the-way-to-go/9838106/","projectTitle":"Gaming is the way to Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp487648_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452516995743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/487648"},{"teacherId":119818,"projectId":9723590,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our project and making it possible to use the 3D printer for learning projects. The addition of 3D technology has truly transformed learning in our classroom. Many of our students are using it as a creative, hands-on learning tool at school and is something entirely new for them. The 3D printer has allowed students to move beyond imagining ideas to actually building them. Instead of simply reading about scientific concepts or design principles, students can now prototype, test, and revise their work—mirroring the real-world processes used by engineers and inventors. This has helped them develop stronger problem-solving skills, spatial reasoning, and confidence in their ability to bring ideas to life.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students is watching their designs become real, tangible objects. There is a special kind of engagement that happens when a student sees a project they created on a screen slowly take shape on the printer bed. They love the sense of ownership and accomplishment that comes with printing their own creations—everything from geometric models to custom keychains to small engineering challenges we've incorporated into lessons.\r\n\r\nA few students, in particular, have truly thrived with access to this technology. One student who is typically very quiet in class has become a leader during design sessions, helping others troubleshoot their files and offering creative suggestions. Another student who often struggles with traditional assignments has found success in 3D modeling; the visual and hands-on nature of the work gives him a new way to show his understanding. These moments have shown us how powerful 3D technology can be in unlocking students' potential and giving them meaningful ways to express their ideas.\r\n\r\nI have shared some pictures of our recent project. We learned about symmetry and then use the concept to design snowflake ornaments. We decorated our school holiday trees with the ornaments and will take them home before the holiday recess. \r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our students are not only learning about the future—they're building it.","fullyFundedDate":1758898879593,"projectUrl":"project/dream-it-design-it/9723590/","projectTitle":"Dream It, Design It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Calderon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp119818_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457655262219","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/119818"},{"teacherId":3132876,"projectId":9837741,"letterContent":"Thank you for making this project possible. With your help, I got some amazing games that will help with foundational skills. My students were excited as I pulled out the games, and showed them what we got. A lot of the games are going to help with fine motor skills, finding the first letter, and some math skills. I am looking forward to showing and teaching my students these games. \r\nWe also got a magnet activity tub. This will give them some early practice with how magnets work. It will definitely help my science center.\r\nLastly, we got some real bugs to observe. In the spring, students will get to look at them and maybe learn something.\r\nThank you for all your help.","fullyFundedDate":1764698831353,"projectUrl":"project/pre-k-fun/9837741/","projectTitle":"Pre-K Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barnett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3132876_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649891242789","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3132876"},{"teacherId":487648,"projectId":9771695,"letterContent":"I can't fully express my joy, excitement, and thanks for your donation to my project. It is great to see that you share my vision for reaching children. The learning materials are an essential piece in my curriculum and now I have the materials to help my kids grow.\r\n\r\nThe materials that you have funded will keep my students engaged and learning throughout the Summer! The chalk and sand toys will keep them busy at the beach and the park! Thank you so much. I can't wait to introduce the material to the children.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. Chan","fullyFundedDate":1764698774588,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-the-year-gifts-for-pre-k/9771695/","projectTitle":"End of the Year Gifts for Pre-K!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp487648_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452516995743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/487648"},{"teacherId":487648,"projectId":9831939,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! The teachers pay teachers gift card will save me so much time from re-inventing the wheel. Our units of study is constantly changing and instead of spending hours re-creating the materials, I can simply purchase it and use it for our school.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for believing in my vision and helping our students achieve their dreams. Early childhood education is such an important component in our school and I'm so glad we have the materials to help our students succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1764681258124,"projectUrl":"project/new-curriculum-means-tpt-gift-card/9831939/","projectTitle":"New Curriculum Means TPT Gift Card!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp487648_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452516995743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/487648"},{"teacherId":9317878,"projectId":9841893,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Because of you, our students now have a PECS picture board that gives them something truly life-changing: a way to express themselves.\r\n\r\nMany of my students struggle with verbal communication, and not being able to share their needs can lead to frustration, anxiety, and challenging behaviors. Your gift gives them a voice. With the new PECS materials, students can now point to pictures to tell us what they want, how they feel, or what they need. This simple act—choosing a picture—has already brought moments of relief, joy, and connection.\r\n\r\nThe board is helping students communicate choices (snack, activities, breaks), express emotions before behaviors escalate, understand routines and expectations through clear visuals, build confidence by being heard and understood, develop early communication skills that set a foundation for future language.\r\n\r\nOne of my students who rarely speaks picked up a new picture card and proudly used it to request a break. Instead of becoming overwhelmed, he was able to communicate his needs in a positive, safe way. These moments are happening because of you.\r\n\r\nYour generosity supports not just learning, but dignity and independence. Thank you for helping our students connect, communicate, and feel successful every day. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762266330253,"projectUrl":"project/voices-through-pictures-pecs-visual-aid/9841893/","projectTitle":"Voices Through Pictures: PECS Visual Aids for Communication and Connection","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9317878_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758056994370","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-davi"},{"teacherId":9317878,"projectId":9798774,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Our new color printer is already making a tremendous difference for my students, especially those receiving special education services. Being able to print materials in color isn't just a convenience — it's an essential tool for accessibility and learning.\r\n\r\nColor printing allows me to create visual supports, color-coded schedules, and high-contrast learning materials that help students better understand, organize, and remember information. Many of my learners benefit from visual cues, and having the ability to print in color makes these supports more engaging, clearer, and easier for them to use independently.\r\n\r\nMany of my students rely on visual supports to understand routines, stay organized, and feel confident in their work. With the color printer, I can finally make materials that truly meet their needs. Now our visual schedules are bright and clear, our behavior and choice charts are easier for students to follow, and our worksheets use colors that help students focus and understand each step.","fullyFundedDate":1762266382956,"projectUrl":"project/lets-print-the-rainbow-help-us-get-a-c/9798774/","projectTitle":"Let’s Print the Rainbow: Help Us Get a Color Printer!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9317878_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758056994370","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-davi"},{"teacherId":3132876,"projectId":9874760,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible. With your help, my students will get to watch and learn how ladybugs grow. It is exciting to watch and care for the larvae and watch them change. \r\nWe also got some great games to go along with the learning. Children will be able to practice letter matching and number matching all themed with ladybugs. \r\nWe were also lucky to get beautiful leaf prints. Students will be able to use them during center time, and make beautiful leaf pictures. \r\nI am very excited to share these materials with my students. \r\nYour generosity means a lot.","fullyFundedDate":1763583263112,"projectUrl":"project/ladybug-life-cycle-fun/9874760/","projectTitle":"LadyBug Life Cycle Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barnett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3132876_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649891242789","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3132876"},{"teacherId":9565663,"projectId":9760006,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, A Calm, Bright, and Caring Place to Learn. My students and I were so excited when the materials arrived. The moment we unpacked the books, jump rope, plants, and board, the students were immediately curious and eager to explore. They could not wait to use the books in our morning meeting and to see their work displayed on the new board. One student said, \"This is the best classroom ever!\" which perfectly captures their excitement.\r\n\r\nWe are using the books to teach lessons about kindness, emotions, friendship, and school routines. For example, during a recent morning meeting, we read a story about friendship and then students created their own \"friendship posters\" on the new board. They referred to the book throughout the activity, discussing ways to be helpful and kind to one another. The jump rope has become a favorite tool for brain breaks, helping students get the movement they need to focus on learning. The plants and bright, welcoming classroom environment have made our space feel calm and engaging, which encourages students to try new activities and take risks in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1758898916366,"projectUrl":"project/a-calm-bright-and-caring-place-to-lear/9760006/","projectTitle":"A Calm, Bright, and Caring Place to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ventura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565663_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725214265636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565663"},{"teacherId":9565663,"projectId":9714864,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Protecting Our Work, Powering Our Learning. My students and I are thrilled with the new materials, which are already making a big difference in how we learn and engage in the classroom. The laminator, laminating sheets, and sheet protectors allow us to create reusable materials that make hands-on learning more exciting and interactive. Students can write, erase, and practice multiple times without worrying about ruining the pages, giving them more opportunities to master skills in reading, writing, and math.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is seeing their own work displayed and protected for the whole class to enjoy. They love that their anchor charts, number games, and writing pieces are now durable and long-lasting. Many students have taken extra pride in their work because they know it will be preserved and celebrated. One student, who is usually shy about sharing, has been eager to show classmates his laminated work, proudly saying, \"Look! It won't get ripped!\"\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I am able to spend more time guiding small-group lessons, reinforcing skills, and giving immediate feedback, rather than constantly re-preparing materials. The technology has allowed me to create a classroom where students feel proud, motivated, and excited to learn every day. Your generosity is helping my kindergarteners build confidence, independence, and a love of learning that will last far beyond our classroom walls.","fullyFundedDate":1758898745203,"projectUrl":"project/protecting-our-work-powering-our-learni/9714864/","projectTitle":"Protecting Our Work, Powering Our Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ventura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565663_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725214265636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565663"},{"teacherId":9565663,"projectId":9422204,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, A Calming Corner for Big Feelings and Bright Minds. The new books, especially the A Little SPOT series, have become an essential part of our daily social emotional learning. These texts help us introduce and practice skills such as identifying feelings, using coping strategies, showing kindness, building friendships, and understanding personal space. Each story gives us simple language and visuals to help my kindergarteners talk about their emotions and what to do when they feel overwhelmed, frustrated, or excited. These lessons have become powerful tools for helping students navigate their day with confidence and care.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is interactive, joyful, and deeply connected to student experiences. We read these books during morning meetings, in our calming corner, and during small group lessons. Students turn and talk about what they notice, reflect on the characters choices, and make connections to their own feelings. After reading, we often practice the strategies from the books like taking a calm breath, asking for help, or using kind words so students understand that what we learn in stories can be used in real life. Our calming corner has become a peaceful space where students pick up a book, read independently, and use the visuals to guide themselves through big emotions.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have truly gravitated toward these new texts. One student who often feels anxious has started visiting the calming corner with a Spot of Calm book, flipping through the pages to remind herself of breathing strategies before returning to learning with a smile. Another student who sometimes struggles with friendships has been rereading A Spot of Kindness, proudly pointing out the pages that show how to include others and make thoughtful choices. Seeing students use these books to solve real problems has been incredibly moving and meaningful.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my kindergarteners a safe place to learn about themselves, support one another, and grow emotionally and academically. Thank you for believing in the hearts and minds of young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1758898898358,"projectUrl":"project/a-calming-corner-for-big-feelings-and-br/9422204/","projectTitle":"A Calming Corner for Big Feelings and Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ventura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565663_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y228&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725214265636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9565663"},{"teacherId":9565663,"projectId":9668937,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Comfort, Care, and Confidence for Kindergarteners project. The moment the materials arrived, my students' faces lit up with excitement. They were immediately drawn to the calming books, the soothing visuals, and the cozy additions to our space. We introduced these items during our morning meeting, and students were eager to explore the calming corner, practice mindful breathing, and read the \"A Little SPOT\" books together. One student said, \"This feels like a safe space,\" and another added, \"I can calm down here!\" A reminder of how important this environment is for early learners.\r\n\r\nWe've already used the \"A Little SPOT\" series in targeted social-emotional lessons, focusing on kindness, feelings, and friendship. Students are connecting deeply with the characters, referencing them during daily interactions, and practicing new strategies for handling big emotions. The calming corner has also become a healthy, structured break spot where students reset before rejoining learning activities. The small plants and gentle visuals have helped make the space feel peaceful and inviting, and the flexibility of our new board is supporting small-group discussions, modeling, and SEL mini-lessons right where students need them most.\r\n\r\nRight now, we are working on a project where students create their own \"Kindness SPOT\" characters and write about times they have shown care toward others. Thanks to your support, students have a welcoming, structured environment where they feel safe enough to reflect, share, and grow. Your generosity has made it possible for us to build not just a classroom, but a community, where students feel confident, supported, and ready to learn each day. 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