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We also use it to listen to calming music!","fullyFundedDate":1783869114223,"projectUrl":"project/tech-for-the-class/10373692/","projectTitle":"Tech for the Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palumbo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3285811_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624239045667","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3285811"},{"teacherId":651631,"projectId":7851262,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my students and helping make our Statue of Liberty field trip possible. Your generosity has given my students something exciting to look forward to while also helping us bring our classroom lessons to life. As we prepare for the trip, my students are learning about the history of the Statue of Liberty, immigration, freedom, and the many people who came to America through New York Harbor. They are excited to have the opportunity to see and experience a place they have previously only read about or seen in pictures.\r\nOur next step is to take our learning beyond the classroom and experience history firsthand. During our visit, students will observe the monument, explore its significance, and reflect on what the Statue of Liberty represents to them and to our country. For many of my students, this will be a special and memorable experience. Thank you for helping make this opportunity possible and for investing in my students' education, curiosity, and love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1701235102267,"projectUrl":"project/check-mate/7851262/","projectTitle":"Check Mate","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/651631"},{"teacherId":651631,"projectId":8800326,"letterContent":"Your support is helping my students look at history in a whole new way. We are using this opportunity to connect our classroom lessons about American history, immigration, freedom, and opportunity with a real place they can visit and experience firsthand. My students have been excited to learn more about the Statue of Liberty and what it represents, and many are especially looking forward to seeing it in person rather than simply reading about it in a textbook.\r\nAs we prepare for our trip, students are researching the history of the Statue of Liberty and thinking about the millions of people who passed through New York Harbor in search of a better life. Our next step is to take what we have learned in the classroom and bring it to life during our visit. Students will observe the monument, reflect on its meaning, and make connections between the history we study and the diverse communities they see around them every day.\r\nThank you for giving my students the opportunity to learn beyond the four walls of our classroom. Your generosity is helping create an experience that they can remember long after the school year ends—and showing them that history isn't just something we read about; it is something we can experience.","fullyFundedDate":1735673149900,"projectUrl":"project/tissue-paper/8800326/","projectTitle":"Tissue Paper","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Schy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/651631"},{"teacherId":4169617,"projectId":9560693,"letterContent":"Your generous donations will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our 2nd grade students. With access to engaging books and learning materials, students will have more opportunities to practice reading, build confidence, expand their vocabulary, and develop a true love for learning.\r\nI'm looking forward to a new school year helping my students become great readers and writers. Together, we can help every child become a stronger reader and give them the tools they need to Read & Shine!\r\nThank you !","fullyFundedDate":1758898999833,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-2nd-graders-shine/9560693/","projectTitle":"Help our 2nd Graders Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4169617_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758933306847","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4169617"},{"teacherId":3285811,"projectId":10204235,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for the donations that make my classroom a place that students look forward to coming to. \r\n\r\nHaving the basic supplies they need at all times thanks to these donations is a huge blessing for them and me. \r\n\r\nBeing able to have enough extra to also use the donations for fun items that are used for rewards or just as a nice little treat is something that the students and I greatly appreciate. \r\n\r\nThese donations allow me to be the teacher that I want to be both academically and personally. 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Creating a class environment that not only supports the learners needs but wants too.","fullyFundedDate":1772377555132,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-snacks/10123401/","projectTitle":"Sweet Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palumbo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3285811_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624239045667","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3285811"},{"teacherId":3285811,"projectId":9980947,"letterContent":"These projects continue to warm my heart. Being able to restock small snacks for the kids along with more basic necessities goes a long way. The bracelets are one of my favorite things I have ever gotten for my class. They are motivating and so fun for them. I have many of the kids who still wear them in class daily since giving them out. These projects being funded mean so much to me. The impact of being able to give to my students and families with out having to use my own money or ask my families means so much to me. It allows me to lead my class the way that I truly envision doing so.","fullyFundedDate":1770342977774,"projectUrl":"project/mid-year-restock-and-snacks/9980947/","projectTitle":"Mid Year Restock and Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palumbo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3285811_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624239045667","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3285811"},{"teacherId":3285811,"projectId":9890437,"letterContent":"This project like others has had a great impact on my classroom. I am forever grateful through the donations that I get to run my classroom and have the supplies I need to have a successful year. Whether it was snacks for the kids, prizes for them to have, books for us to read, pencils to write with it all means so much. The basic necessities really help our classroom run smoothly and having the items I need without having to ask from my parents. A lot of my families are in temporary housing this year so not having to ask is really appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1763040749718,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-restock/9890437/","projectTitle":"Classroom Restock!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palumbo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3285811_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624239045667","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3285811"},{"teacherId":10225273,"projectId":9652484,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are already putting the testing privacy folders, scissors, standing desk, and new library book bins to great use. The privacy folders have made a noticeable difference during independent work and assessments—students are more focused and confident knowing they have their own quiet space to think. Our new scissors have allowed us to complete hands-on projects more efficiently, especially during a recent activity where students created vocabulary foldables and interactive notebook pages. The standing desk has quickly become a favorite option during writing time, helping students who need movement stay engaged and productive. The new library book bins have completely transformed our classroom library, making it easier for students to find, return, and take ownership of books.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. They were especially intrigued by the standing desk and eager to try it out. Several students commented on how \"official\" and organized our classroom library looked with the new bins. The testing privacy folders also sparked conversations about responsibility and doing their best work. It was clear that they felt valued knowing that others had invested in tools to support their success.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, these resources will continue to support both our academic growth and classroom routines. We are beginning a new research and writing unit, and the privacy folders will help students stay focused during drafting and revising. The scissors will be used for upcoming interactive projects, and the organized library bins will support independent reading goals as students explore new genres. Because of your support, our classroom is more structured, engaging, and responsive to student needs. Thank you for making a direct and meaningful impact on our daily learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1764723339692,"projectUrl":"project/standing-tall-in-an-organized-classroom/9652484/","projectTitle":"Standing Tall in an Organized Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lionti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10225273_orig.png?crop=840,840,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756306126009","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10225273"},{"teacherId":9758650,"projectId":9901855,"letterContent":"The arrival of the new basketball shorts and T-shirts has been a complete game-changer for our athletes here at PSMS 280. When the students first saw the gear, the room was filled with high-fives and huge smiles. For many of our players, this was more than just clothing; it was an invitation to feel like a real team. Before your generous gift, it was common to see kids trying to run drills in heavy jeans or school clothes because they simply didn't have athletic gear at home. Seeing them pull on their new uniforms for the first time was a powerful moment—you could see their posture change and their confidence soar.\r\n\r\nBecause we coach a wide range of students from grades 3 through 8, these resources allow us to create inclusive opportunities for every child, regardless of their situation at home. We recently held a full-team scrimmage where every single player was dressed for success, and the energy in the gym was electric. There's a new sense of pride and \"spirit of the game\" now that the barrier of not having the right clothes has been removed. They aren't worried about their clothes anymore; they are focused on their footwork and their teammates.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to begin our inter-league tournament, where our students will represent PSMS 280 with pride. We are currently working on a lesson about team chemistry and discipline, using our new uniforms as a symbol of our commitment to one another. Your contribution didn't just give us gear—it gave these kids the chance to step onto the court as equals. We are so incredibly thankful for your help in creating these opportunities for our youth!","fullyFundedDate":1765979807333,"projectUrl":"project/together-we-can-help-our-young-athletes/9901855/","projectTitle":"Together We Can Help Our Young Athletes!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9758650_orig.jpg?crop=1200,1200,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726675269650","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9758650"},{"teacherId":2409858,"projectId":9960058,"letterContent":"So many students are benefiting from your generosity! Because of your kindness, students are able to use math dry erase materials to complete problems with confidence and ease, as well as hands-on geometric shapes to deepen their understanding of geometry concepts.\r\nWith the geometric shapes, students were not only able to name and identify the different parts, but physically touching and manipulating the shapes greatly enhanced their learning and comprehension. The division dry erase boards have also been invaluable, helping students quickly solve problems while reinforcing key mathematical terms and strategies.\r\nWe are truly grateful for your donations and the positive impact they continue to have on our students' learning experiences. 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