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Your investment has made a direct difference in the quality of instruction I can provide to my students and in their journey toward becoming confident, capable readers and writers.","fullyFundedDate":1777981523573,"projectUrl":"project/strengthening-literacy-through-training/10247822/","projectTitle":"Strengthening Literacy Through Training and Intervention","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Culligan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp124040_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448302248993","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-culligan"},{"teacherId":124040,"projectId":10245733,"letterContent":"This professional development has had a meaningful impact on both my teaching and my students' reading development. Participating in The Reading League's workshop on the Knowledge Acquisition and Transformation (KAT) framework gave me a deeper understanding of how reading comprehension can be explicitly and systematically taught. I was able to learn more about the research behind effective comprehension instruction and bring those evidence-based practices directly into my reading instruction.\r\n\r\nMy students benefit when their teacher is equipped with the most current, research-backed strategies for teaching reading comprehension. The knowledge I gained through this workshop has helped me become more intentional about how I teach students to understand, organize, connect, and transform information from what they read. Rather than simply asking students to answer questions about a text, I am better prepared to explicitly teach the thinking processes that support strong comprehension.\r\n\r\nThe generosity of the donors who funded this project helped me grow as a reading teacher, and that growth directly benefits my students as they develop the knowledge, strategies, and confidence they need to become stronger, more independent readers.","fullyFundedDate":1777981962802,"projectUrl":"project/strengthening-reading-comprehension/10245733/","projectTitle":"Strengthening Reading Comprehension","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Culligan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp124040_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448302248993","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-culligan"},{"teacherId":2801227,"projectId":10169282,"letterContent":"A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who supported our project Fueling Focus!!! \r\n\r\nYour generosity is doing more than providing snacks and treats for our reading room, you're helping create a welcoming space where students can settle in, recharge, and stay focused on their reading and learning. These snacks and treats are something the students look forwards to munching on and earning (sweet treats) after working so hard!! \r\n\r\nEvery snack, every contribution, and every act of support makes a difference. We are so grateful for our amazing donors who continue to fuel our students' success, one thoughtful gesture at a time!!!\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us Fuel Focus!!!! 🥨🍎📖✨","fullyFundedDate":1781546937358,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focus-snacks-for-our-ais-readin/10169282/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focus! Snacks for Our AIS Reading Room","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sawyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2801227_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776172376366","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2801227"},{"teacherId":2801227,"projectId":10140397,"letterContent":"Thank you SO MUCH for supporting my project. Because of your generosity, I was able to complete the Science of Reading Fundamentals Microcredential through SUNY New Paltz.\r\n\r\nAs an AIS Reading Specialist, I work with students every day who need additional support to become successful readers. This course strengthened my understanding of the Science of Reading and reinforced the importance of explicit, systematic instruction in phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. The strategies and knowledge I was refreshed on and also gained are already helping me provide more targeted instruction to my students!\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments this year was watching one of my student confidently tackle a multisyllabic word that once would have caused frustration. Seeing her spark of confidence, the moment she realized, \"I can do this\" is exactly why I continue to invest in my own learning. Every new strategy I gain as a reading teacher has the potential to impact dozens of students throughout my career.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has reached far beyond this course. You have helped me grow as a literacy specialist, which helps me better support my students. 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Through the SUNY New Paltz Science of Reading Fundamentals Microcredential, I have deepened my understanding of how children learn to read and strengthened my ability to provide evidence-based literacy instruction. The knowledge I gained about phonemic awareness, decoding, language comprehension, and other foundational reading skills has enhanced my instructional practices and helped me make more informed decisions when supporting students with diverse learning needs.\r\n\r\nAs a result of this professional learning, I have been able to implement research-backed strategies that increase student engagement and improve reading outcomes. My students are benefiting from more targeted instruction that aligns with the latest research on reading development, helping them build the skills and confidence needed to become successful readers.\r\n\r\nThe I Survived books have also been a tremendous asset in motivating students to read. Their exciting storylines and connections to real historical events have sparked curiosity, encouraged meaningful discussions, and increased students' enthusiasm for independent reading. As students engaged with these texts, they strengthened their comprehension skills, expanded their vocabulary, and developed a deeper understanding of history and science topics.\r\n\r\nThis project demonstrates the powerful connection between teacher learning and student success. By investing in professional development and high-interest reading materials, donors have helped create a richer learning experience that continues to benefit students every day. Thank you for supporting both my growth as an educator and my students' journey toward becoming confident, capable readers.","fullyFundedDate":1773881405736,"projectUrl":"project/strengthening-literacy-instruction-throu/10142395/","projectTitle":"Strengthening Literacy Instruction Through the Science of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Culligan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp124040_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448302248993","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-culligan"},{"teacherId":2801227,"projectId":10130629,"letterContent":"Thank you SO much for your generosity in supporting our classroom with these sensory tools! When I first introduced the NeeDoh cubes, my students were so excited. There were smiles all around, and they couldn't wait to start using them during reading time!! It may seem like a small addition, but for my students, it's something they truly look forward to each day.\r\n\r\nThe NeeDohs we've been using have been loved SO much that many are worn out, bubbled, and some have even had to be thrown away. That's how often they are used and how important they've become in helping students stay CALM and FOCUSED. Having new ones means my students can continue to benefit from that support without distraction!\r\n\r\nWe use them every day during phonics lessons, word chaining, and decodable reading. They help students stay engaged and ready to learn, especially during challenging tasks. As we continue building stronger reading and writing skills, these tools will remain an important part of our routine. 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Students immediately began using them to highlight phonics patterns, map out sounds in words, and add meaningful illustrations to their written responses. \r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching a student who often feels hesitant about reading proudly share his work, using colors to break apart and decode a challenging word. It was a small moment, but a powerful sign of growing confidence.\r\n\r\nThese materials have become a daily part of our learning routine. Students use them during word work, sentence dictation, and comprehension activities, helping make abstract reading skills more concrete and accessible. The ability to physically interact with text through color has increased focus, motivation, and independence across all grade levels I serve.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue building on these foundational skills by incorporating more writing and comprehension projects where students can express their thinking creatively. Your support has not only provided supplies, but has truly strengthened my students confidence as readers and learners. \r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful impact in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1776171390952,"projectUrl":"project/coloring-confidence-crayola-crayons-m/10068514/","projectTitle":"Coloring Confidence: Crayola Crayons & Markers for AIS Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sawyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2801227_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776172376366","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2801227"},{"teacherId":124040,"projectId":9925061,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. You have given my students access to materials they use every single day to grow as writers. These tools are not sitting on a shelf, they are actively helping students think, create, revise, and take pride in their work.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase markers have transformed the way students approach writing practice. What once felt intimidating now feels safe and flexible. They eagerly take risks, knowing they can try again and improve.\r\n\r\nColored highlighters have given students a new lens for revising and the mini composition notebooks are especially meaningful. Students carry them with pride, using them to capture ideas, plan their writing, and track their progress over time. \r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a lasting impact. My students are more engaged, more confident, and more willing to share their voices. Thank you for helping them see that their ideas matter and that they are capable of great things.","fullyFundedDate":1774369078310,"projectUrl":"project/writers-with-confidence-tools-that-help/9925061/","projectTitle":"Writers With Confidence: Tools That Help Students Find Their Voice","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Culligan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp124040_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448302248993","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-culligan"},{"teacherId":2801227,"projectId":10065770,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students now have access to engaging TIME for Kids texts that bring the world into our AIS reading room. These materials have allowed us to explicitly teach and reinforce essential reading skills such as identifying the main idea, using context clues to understand new vocabulary, and building comprehension through meaningful discussion. The real world topics immediately capture students' attention, making reading feel purposeful and exciting.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is active, supportive, and student centered. You would see students highlighting key details, discussing articles with their peers, and applying strategies to better understand what they read. These texts have created opportunities for students to think critically, ask questions, and connect what they are learning to the world around them, all while strengthening their confidence as readers.\r\n\r\nMany of our students, especially those who have previously struggled with reading, are showing increased engagement and pride in their work. They are eager to read, share ideas, and participate in discussions in ways we haven't seen before. Your support has truly helped transform their reading experience by making it more relevant, motivating, and empowering.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful impact on our students and helping them grow into curious, confident readers.","fullyFundedDate":1773840573997,"projectUrl":"project/from-curious-to-confident-readers-with-t/10065770/","projectTitle":"From Curious to Confident Readers with TIME for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sawyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2801227_orig.jpg?crop=180,180,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776172376366","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2801227"},{"teacherId":124040,"projectId":10028332,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting this project and helping bring Time for Kids magazines into our classroom. Your generosity provides my kindergarten through fifth grade students with engaging, real-world texts that build background knowledge, vocabulary, and curiosity about the world.\r\n\r\nStudents will use these magazines during reading and writing lessons to strengthen comprehension skills such as identifying main ideas and key details. The articles will also serve as mentor texts as students practice planning and organizing their writing using the THINK SRSD framework.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create a classroom where students feel engaged, confident, and excited to learn. Thank you for investing in my students and their growth.","fullyFundedDate":1768683426147,"projectUrl":"project/real-world-reading-and-writing-with-time/10028332/","projectTitle":"Real-World Reading and Writing with Time for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Culligan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp124040_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1448302248993","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-culligan"},{"teacherId":124040,"projectId":9627877,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through your generous donation. Your contribution of Lysol wipes whas made a meaningful difference in helping us maintain a healthy, productive learning environment each and every day.\r\n\r\nIn a classroom where students share materials and work closely together, germs can spread quickly. 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