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Seeing the smiles and appreciation from staff members helped students understand that their actions matter and that even at five years old, they can make a positive difference in the lives of others.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping my students grow not only as learners, but also as thoughtful and caring members of our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1776105622885,"projectUrl":"project/little-bakers-big-kindness/10089640/","projectTitle":"Little Bakers, Big Kindness!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10279211,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through this project. Your generosity has had an immediate and meaningful impact on my students and our daily routines. Because of your kindness, I am better equipped to create a classroom environment where every moment can be used for learning, connection, and growth.\r\n\r\nThis has already helped improve the flow of our classroom. I can move freely throughout the room while keeping track of schedules, transitions, and important reminders without interrupting instruction. That means smoother routines, fewer disruptions, and more time spent supporting students one-on-one, guiding small groups, and responding to the immediate needs young learners have throughout the day.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping create a stronger learning environment where they can explore, grow, and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1778297728905,"projectUrl":"project/time-for-learning-help-our-kindergarten/10279211/","projectTitle":"Time for Learning: Help Our Kindergarten Classroom Stay on Track!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10209735,"letterContent":"Walk into my kindergarten classroom today, and the first thing you'll notice is the calm. Thanks to your incredibly generous donation, our \"organized chaos\" has turned into a peaceful, purposeful learning oasis! \r\n\r\nWhen the sturdy storage containers, vibrant baskets, trays, and wall-mounted shelves arrived, my students were ecstatic. It was like Christmas in our classroom! They immediately helped me sort, label, and display our growing collection of library books, math manipulatives, and hands-on materials.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been instantaneous. No longer are our supplies tucked away in hard-to-reach places or overflowing in stacks. Instead, everything has a \"home.\" Because of this, my students are accessing their learning materials independently and, more importantly, returning them to their proper spots without being asked.","fullyFundedDate":1777903646601,"projectUrl":"project/organizing-our-way-to-learning/10209735/","projectTitle":"Organizing Our Way to Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10241837,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our kindergarten classroom, and I am incredibly grateful for your support. Because of your kindness, my students now have a more organized, welcoming space where they can focus on what matters most—learning, growing, and exploring each day.\r\n\r\nThe organizational materials you helped provide have already transformed our classroom routines. Our supplies now have designated places, making it easier for students to independently access what they need and return materials responsibly. This has reduced distractions and created smoother transitions throughout the day, giving us more time for hands-on learning, collaboration, and meaningful classroom experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1777942468356,"projectUrl":"project/from-chaos-to-creativity-organizing-our/10241837/","projectTitle":"From Chaos to Creativity: Organizing Our Classroom for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10136965,"letterContent":"Thank you for making our student-led baking and appreciation project possible. Because of your generosity, my kindergarten students have been able to experience something truly special—learning that even at five years old, they can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.\r\n\r\nFrom the very first day we began, the excitement was undeniable. As we gathered around the mixing bowls, carefully stirring the batter, one student whispered, \"I want mine to be perfect so it makes Ms. C--- happy.\" Small moments like this spoke volumes about how deeply my students understood the purpose behind their work.\r\n\r\nThrough your support, my students didn't just bake—they learned empathy, gratitude, teamwork, and the joy of giving.","fullyFundedDate":1775061557356,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-kitchen/10136965/","projectTitle":"Kindness Kitchen","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10136866,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom math project. Because of you, my students now have access to transparent spinners, dice, and wet-erase markers that are already transforming the way they experience math each day.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment I introduced the materials, the room filled with excitement. I heard things like, \"Wow!! A spinner\" \"Can I spin it?\" and \"I got 6! That means I have 6 more. Now I can add!\" Students who were once hesitant to participate in math games are now eager to join in, rolling dice with big smiles and proudly explaining their thinking to their classmates. One student beamed and said, \"I like Math because it's so much fun!\"\r\n\r\nYour kindness is felt every single day in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1776102600024,"projectUrl":"project/spin-roll-and-solve-math-tools-for-ha/10136866/","projectTitle":"Spin, Roll, and Solve: Math Tools for Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10146457,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for helping to fund my project \"Goldfish Grow Gardens: Science Comes Alive in Kindergarten\". Since we have had the additional fish to our fish tank, our classroom has a new vibrancy. My students are engaged in asking thoughtful questions, making daily observations of the fish, and developing a deeper understanding of science and the environment. Beyond observations and discussions, my students are also developing other areas academically, they are incorporating their observations into their writing and in their math stories. \r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your support and for the meaningful difference you have made in my students' educational experience.","fullyFundedDate":1774305977230,"projectUrl":"project/goldfish-grow-gardens-science-comes-ali/10146457/","projectTitle":"Goldfish Grow Gardens: Science Comes Alive in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10136720,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible support, my kindergarten students are experiencing a truly special moment in their reading journeys. Thanks to you, our classroom now has a growing collection of early chapter books that are helping students take the exciting step from picture books to more advanced reading.\r\n\r\nAs soon as I opened the books, your impact was immediate. When I introduced Poppleton and The Critters Club my students' eyes lit up. I heard comments like, \"This is a chapter book? I can read this!\" and \"I feel like a big kid!\" One student proudly held up their book and said, \"Look, it has chapters—I'm on chapter 2!\" Another eagerly asked, \"Do we have the next one? I am going to read every day and night so I can read the next book!\" \"I love reading?\"\r\n\r\nThese small but powerful moments show just how meaningful this experience has been for them.","fullyFundedDate":1773844183362,"projectUrl":"project/big-readers-in-little-hands-early-chapt/10136720/","projectTitle":"Big Readers in Little Hands: Early Chapter Books for Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10008451,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping bring the joy of reading to my kindergarten students! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to a wonderful collection of books by Mo Willems that make learning to read both exciting and meaningful. When I showed my eager readers the books, all of my students wanted to know if it is reading time yet. Piggie and Gerald are in all of our book bins and they are immersed in our reading workshop. \r\n\r\nThrough your support, my students are building confidence as readers and discovering that reading can be fun. During independent reading time, I already see students eagerly choosing these books, laughing at the characters, and proudly reading sentences on their own.\r\n\r\nhank you for making a lasting difference in our classroom and for encouraging a love of reading in my kindergarten students.","fullyFundedDate":1768410194929,"projectUrl":"project/mo-reading-mo-decoding-mo-success/10008451/","projectTitle":"Mo Reading, Mo Decoding, Mo Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":10034083,"letterContent":"A huge thank you for your generous contribution to my students. When I opened the boxes of snacks the students excitement was contagious!! Immediately everyone was hungry. \r\n\r\nKindergarteners work hard every single day! From learning letter sounds and numbers to building friendships and problem-solving skills, their growing bodies and brains need steady fuel to stay focused and ready to learn. Because of your support, my students now have access to healthy, kid-friendly snacks that help them refuel during the school day. When students have something to eat, they are better able to concentrate, regulate their emotions, and fully participate in classroom activities. Thank you once again.","fullyFundedDate":1772550392410,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-need-big-snacks-fueling/10034083/","projectTitle":"Little Learners Need Big Snacks! 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Your kindness and support will have a direct and positive impact on their learning and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1771623850171,"projectUrl":"project/extend-the-curriculum/9885690/","projectTitle":"Extend the Curriculum","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6813043_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753110040278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/priya-singh"},{"teacherId":6813043,"projectId":9970602,"letterContent":"Your support of my project \"Celebrating Lunar New Year: Hands-On Cultural Learning for Young Learners\" has helped to create an immersive, joyful, and meaningful celebration that brings culture, literacy, and community together into our classroom. \r\n\r\nDuring a special, I hung up the dragon and lanterns. As my students walked through the door, our classroom was filled with excitement and wonder about the significance of these items when celebrating Lunar New Year. This lead to a plethora of read-alouds which sparked thoughtful conversations about traditions, family, symbolism, and the importance of honoring cultural heritage. For many of my students, this will be their first time seeing these traditions reflected in literature.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, this experience was what teaching truly all about. 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