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It also reassured me that my students will never get bored with the equipment and that they will continue to use it to get stronger and more independent in school! \r\n\r\nI have the utmost appreciation to my donors- you made all of this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1758899234333,"projectUrl":"project/pt-fun/9663335/","projectTitle":"PT Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Monica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10231616_orig.jpg?crop=2631,2631,x0,y359&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756485230303","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10231616"},{"teacherId":9834890,"projectId":9674579,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations! Your support has allowed me to provide my students with clean wipes, snacks and cleaning supplies. These help me address my student's needs, especially when they may be hungry. Now I can also use cleaning supplies to wipe down materials and spaces that kids use. This is going to help combat illness and colds - both of which are always around in a school setting. Your donations allow me to keep my therapy space germ free and my students well taken care of. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1757038129613,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-stay-fed-focused-and-fresh/9674579/","projectTitle":"Help Us Stay Fed, Focused, and Fresh!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9834890_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731509691533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alexa-schonhaut"},{"teacherId":9834890,"projectId":9465135,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contributions! With your help, I'm able to provide individualized therapy for all of my students. Your donation allows me to purchase materials that are focused on each student's individual goals. It also saves me time - now I can find specific materials that my student's need instead of creating something from scratch. This allows me to use more time to plan my therapy sessions for all my students. Thank you again for your support - it makes a difference every day! We appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1757008949707,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-autism-resources-and-materia/9465135/","projectTitle":"Support Our Autism Resources and Materials Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9834890_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731509691533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alexa-schonhaut"},{"teacherId":9834890,"projectId":9214574,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Your donation has made a difference in the lives of my students. Because of your kindness, I've been able to purchase engaging and target specific materials that directly support their speech and language development.\r\n\r\nYour contribution allows me to better support my students as they build essential communication skills that will serve them both in and out of the classroom.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful for your support and belief in the work we do. Thank you for being a part of my students' journey!","fullyFundedDate":1751047159892,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-autism-resources-and-materia/9214574/","projectTitle":"Support our Autism Resources and Materials Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9834890_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731509691533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alexa-schonhaut"},{"teacherId":9834890,"projectId":9101958,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! Your support has made a meaningful difference in my speech and language therapy room. Because of your contribution, I was able to introduce a variety of therapeutic and sensory tools that are already having a positive impact on my students.\r\n\r\nThe weighted blanket and weighted stuffed animal have brought a sense of calm to several of my students who benefit from deep pressure input. Additionally, the calming strips have become a favorite among students who need help focusing during learning tasks.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the work I do and for investing in the success of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1744811940409,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-and-body-regulation-tools-for-su/9101958/","projectTitle":"Sensory and Body Regulation Tools for Supporting Autistic Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9834890_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731509691533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alexa-schonhaut"},{"teacherId":9744171,"projectId":9145881,"letterContent":"Thank you for choosing my project to fund! You have greatly impacted my students' ability to regulate their nervous system by making two major environmental accommodations; noise and light. \r\n\r\nThese tools have significantly improved our classroom environment, creating a space where our students with autism can better regulate their nervous systems, focus on learning, and feel more at ease throughout the day. The noise-canceling headphones help minimize overwhelming sounds, while the light filters soften the harsh glare that can be distracting or even distressing for some students.\r\n\r\nWe even got to take the noise cancelling headphones on the go to a bubble show. The show was quite loud, but with the headphones, students who would otherwise be in crisis from the sound were able to enjoy the show.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us—students and staff—thank you for being part of our community and making such a powerful impact.","fullyFundedDate":1741464072532,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-accommodations-for-autism-classr/9145881/","projectTitle":"Sensory Accommodations for Autism Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9744171_orig.jpg?crop=1375,1375,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726185953105","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9744171"},{"teacherId":9834890,"projectId":8993363,"letterContent":"I wanted to extend my sincere thanks for your generous donations. Your support means more than you know!\r\n\r\nAs a speech therapist, I'm always looking for creative and engaging resources to help my students improve their communication skills. Thanks to your gift, I've been able to purchase high-quality materials tailored to their specific needs - everything from articulation games to language comprehension activities to social stories. These tools are not only to support my sessions, but they also help keep my students motivated and confident in their progress!\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a real difference in my ability to support my students. Thank you for investing in their growth and in my work!","fullyFundedDate":1743030097050,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-autism-resources-and-materia/8993363/","projectTitle":"Support our Autism Resources and Materials Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9834890_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731509691533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alexa-schonhaut"},{"teacherId":9834890,"projectId":8988943,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation that helped purchase an iPad for my speech therapy room! Your support has made a significant difference in both the way I conduct therapy and in the experiences of my students.\r\n\r\nThe iPad has transformed our sessions. It allows me to access engaging, interactive activities instantly, helping to maintain my students' attention and motivation. Whether it's using visual aids, speech apps, or educational games, the technology supports a more personalized and dynamic learning environment.\r\n\r\nThis tool has already made a noticeable difference, and I'm excited to continue seeing the growth it supports!","fullyFundedDate":1738462539023,"projectUrl":"project/an-ipad-to-support-speech-therapy-for-st/8988943/","projectTitle":"An iPad to Support Speech Therapy for Students With Autism!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9834890_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731509691533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alexa-schonhaut"},{"teacherId":9744171,"projectId":8768188,"letterContent":"What a wonderful surprise it was on a cold January morning to receive a very long and large package in the front office. It was our classroom rug! My students were so excited, and once we rolled it out, they were jumping and dancing on it. Since then, the rug has had several homes and purposes in the classroom. It started in the main learning area with desks around it, then the desks formed an array on the rug, and finally, the rug lays in the back, anchoring the classroom library. Needless to say, the rug has made a welcoming impact on our classroom and has even made our library a place where students want to go – even for choice time!\r\n\r\nThank you for choosing my project to fund; it has truly made a difference in the classroom—a place where my students feel safe, wanted, and appreciated. A rug may sound like a small addition to a classroom. It's not needed in the same way that pencils and paper are, but it creates a home-like feeling in a place where students spend the majority of their day.\r\n\r\nI would also like to express my heartfelt gratitude to you for your generosity and support. Your contribution has not only enhanced our learning environment but has also inspired my students to appreciate the importance of kindness and community. Together, we are creating a space that fosters creativity and collaboration, and your kindness has played a crucial role in that.","fullyFundedDate":1736172976932,"projectUrl":"project/autism-horizon-classroom-rug/8768188/","projectTitle":"Autism Horizon Classroom Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9744171_orig.jpg?crop=1375,1375,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726185953105","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9744171"},{"teacherId":8069957,"projectId":9032965,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support! The sensory tools and materials you helped provide have made a huge difference for my students. Many struggle with staying focused and regulated, but tools like the weighted lap pad and fidget bands have helped them feel calmer and more engaged during therapy.\r\n\r\nThe sensory sand and squish beads have been a favorite—giving my students a hands-on way to explore language and social skills. The laminating pouches and Velcro strips have also been a game-changer, allowing me to create durable, reusable materials tailored to their needs.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping my students feel supported, confident, and excited to learn. I'm so grateful for your kindness and belief in them—thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1736285734586,"projectUrl":"project/support-speech-progress-in-autistic-lear/9032965/","projectTitle":"Support Speech Progress in Autistic Learners With Neurodivergent-Affirming Sensory Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8069957_orig.png?crop=597,597,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757007659018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-karydas"},{"teacherId":8069957,"projectId":8947469,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible! The interactive and sensory-friendly play sets you helped fund have been such a hit with my students. Play is such a powerful way for them to learn, and having materials that match their interests has made such a difference in helping them build social and communication skills.\r\n\r\nIt's been amazing to see my students practice taking turns, sharing, and using new words while playing with the pretend food sets and magnetic dress-up dolls. One student who usually plays alone has started joining peers to \"cook\" meals and serve them—something they never did before! \r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students have a fun and supportive way to practice connecting with others. You're helping them gain confidence and develop the skills they need to thrive, and I'm so grateful. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact!","fullyFundedDate":1733281592743,"projectUrl":"project/building-social-skills-for-autism-throug/8947469/","projectTitle":"Building Social Skills for Autism Through Interactive Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8069957_orig.png?crop=597,597,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757007659018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/k-karydas"},{"teacherId":8069957,"projectId":8947430,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your support! The materials you helped fund have made such a difference in my therapy sessions. Having tools that match my students' special interests has made learning so much more fun and engaging for them. When kids are excited about what they're working with, they're more motivated to communicate and participate—and that's exactly what's happening!\r\n\r\nThe noise-canceling headphones have also been a game-changer. One of my students who used to get overwhelmed by background noise is now able to focus and feel more comfortable during sessions. Another student, who was hesitant to use words, is now eagerly requesting their favorite themed activities. It's incredible to see how the right supports can boost their confidence and help them grow.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students have the tools they need to succeed—not just in therapy, but in everyday life. Your generosity is making a real impact, and I'm so grateful for it. 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