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Having access to this resource has helped students feel supported and empowered, allowing them to work with confidence and curiosity.\r\nOne of the greatest benefits is that students can explore different visual options such as color combinations and design choices before selecting the one that works best. Unlike traditional art materials, where one choice is permanent, this technology allows students to compare options and make informed decisions. This has helped students become more intentional and thoughtful in their work, while reducing frustration and encouraging perseverance. Students feel comfortable taking creative risks because they know they can adjust and improve their work along the way.\r\nThis resource has also had a positive impact on classroom engagement and behavior. Students remain focused for longer periods of time and are more motivated to stay on task. They take pride in their work and are excited to share their ideas with classmates. The ability to clearly see their progress has increased confidence, especially for students who may hesitate or struggle with traditional materials.\r\nAdditionally, this technology has helped make learning more accessible for all students. Visual learners, students with fine motor challenges, and those who need extra support are able to fully participate and express their ideas clearly. It has helped create a more inclusive classroom environment where every student feels capable and valued.\r\nYour support has not only provided materials it has created opportunities for growth, confidence, and joy in learning. My students are developing skills that extend beyond the art room, such as focus, problem-solving, decision making, and persistence. These are skills they will carry with them into all areas of their education.\r\nThank you for investing in my students and for helping make our classroom a place where creativity and learning thrive. Your generosity has made a difference that my students and I will always appreciate.\r\nWith sincere gratitude,\r\nPooja","fullyFundedDate":1765568623416,"projectUrl":"project/lets-learn-digital-art/9861303/","projectTitle":"Let's Learn Digital Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10334036_orig.jpg?crop=710,710,x0,y236&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762141505062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10334036"},{"teacherId":10337487,"projectId":9867863,"letterContent":"Thank You for Inspiring Creativity!\r\n\r\n Your generosity made our digital art lesson possible, and the impact on students was incredible. They explored new tools to express themselves in unique ways, building creativity, confidence, and digital literacy. This project allowed me to teach students real-world skills that connect art and technology. \r\n\r\nTheir excitement and engagement were evident in every piece they created. Thank you for providing the resources that turned this vision into reality. Your support empowers students to discover new ways to learn and share their voices. We couldn't have done this without you!","fullyFundedDate":1763589636558,"projectUrl":"project/tech-art-unlocking-creativity-and-acc/9867863/","projectTitle":"Tech + Art: Unlocking Creativity and Access for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dama","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10337487_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762044451809","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10337487"},{"teacherId":319581,"projectId":9580242,"letterContent":"I am writing to you with a heart full of gratitude to share the incredible impact your support has made on my classroom through the project, \"Classroom Refresh.\"\r\n\r\nAs a long-time educator, I know how much the physical environment influences learning and well-being. Thanks to your generosity, my classroom has been transformed from a tired, cluttered space into a vibrant, organized, and truly welcoming home for learning.\r\n\r\nThe Impact of Your Contribution\r\nYour donations funded three key elements that have revolutionized our space:\r\n\r\nA New, Cheerful Rug: We received a wonderful, large rug featuring smiley faces, perfectly matching our \"Smiler\" school mascot. This rug has instantly become our favorite gathering spot. It creates a soft, inviting anchor for our whole group lessons and discussions, making group work feel more collaborative and cozy. Students gravitate toward it, and the cheerful design brings an immediate sense of happiness and positivity to the start of every day.\r\n\r\nEssential Shelving: The addition of new shelves has given us dedicated storage space. This means less clutter and more dedicated space for learning activities.\r\n\r\nOrganization and Access: The new bins and organizational tools have been a game-changer, especially for our shared math materials. Everything the students need to access regularly—from manipulatives to art supplies—is now clearly labeled and within easy reach.\r\n\r\nThe Positive Change We See Daily\r\nThe impact of this refresh goes far beyond just appearance:\r\n\r\nIncreased Student Ownership: Because materials are so much easier to find and put away, my students are taking more pride and responsibility in keeping our shared space neat and tidy. The classroom is staying organized throughout the day, which means we spend more time learning and less time searching.\r\n\r\nA Sense of Value: For me personally, this refresh has provided a powerful feeling of being supported and valued. Walking into a bright, organized space every morning is a huge boost to my energy, helping me be a more present and enthusiastic teacher for my students.\r\n\r\nA True \"Home Away From Home\": Most importantly, the classroom now feels like a warm and inviting community hub. The \"Smiler\" rug makes every student feel welcome and ready to engage.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and in my classroom. Your kindness has not only refreshed a physical space but has also re-energized a teaching career and created a significantly better learning environment for every child who walks through my door.\r\n\r\nWith Deepest Thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1758245700884,"projectUrl":"project/from-worn-to-wonderful-transforming-cla/9580242/","projectTitle":"From Worn to Wonderful: Transforming Classroom Spaces","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Denten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp319581_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755019963977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/319581"},{"teacherId":388541,"projectId":9577006,"letterContent":"Thanks to you, we now have new white boards and materials that students cannot wait to use each day! They were so excited to open our package and immediately asked if we could use what was inside. \r\n\r\nThere are enough boards for every child to have their own. We even have enough to use at our small group reading table. Students use the boards to practice writing sentences and building words. They are also perfect for our magnetic letters. We appreciate you and we thank you for helping to make learning more engaging!","fullyFundedDate":1756066137708,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-classroom-of-responsible-lear/9577006/","projectTitle":"Building a Classroom of Responsible Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gulnac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp388541_orig.jpg?crop=1803,1804,x0,y12&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664130881179","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/388541"},{"teacherId":3544799,"projectId":8530063,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing transparent spinners and laminated games for our math activities! Your contributions have made a significant impact on our students' learning by giving them engaging, hands-on opportunities to explore mathematical concepts. The transparent spinners have helped students develop a deeper understanding of probability, number sense, and strategic thinking while making math both interactive and fun.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nLaminated games have also been a valuable resource, allowing for repeated practice and reinforcing key math skills in a durable and effective way. Because of your generosity, students can engage with these materials again and again, building confidence and fluency in their mathematical abilities. Your support has truly enriched their learning experience, and we are incredibly grateful for your role in making this possible. Thank you for helping us create a dynamic and engaging environment where students can thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1730395465652,"projectUrl":"project/you-spin-me-right-round-mathematically/8530063/","projectTitle":"You Spin Me Right Round, Mathematically Right Round","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hoke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3544799_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1505234965051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3544799"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_1664","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":740,"numTeachers":47,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":20,"percentWhite":27,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":41,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.0,"schoolId":1664,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Pineville Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Pineville Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/charlotte-mecklenburg-school-district/pineville-elementary-school/1664"}