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I have been able to set up their binders, their pencils, and all of their other materials right from the start thanks to your donation. \r\n\r\nI appreciate your support and generosity towards my classroom, my students and myself; it means the world to us!","fullyFundedDate":1787585278662,"projectUrl":"project/start-of-the-2026-school-year/10434807/","projectTitle":"Start of the 2026 School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Melahn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3325944_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452692404380","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3325944"},{"teacherId":9813072,"projectId":9271426,"letterContent":"Thank you for all you do. Some items ,I had to get replacements for. I didn't receive the writing boards. I chose the Clorox wipes and snacks. They have been such a blessing to receive all these amazing items. The items allowed me to be able to keep my room clean and preventing germs from spreading. The snacks were such blessing for the ones that were unable to bring snacks from home. I appreciate every fund when my students are happy it brings joy to my heart. You made it possible for my classroom and I appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1746736274634,"projectUrl":"project/my-kindergarten-students-are-very-eager/9271426/","projectTitle":"My Kindergarten Students are very Eager to Learn; Help Them!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9813072_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729685468341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9813072"},{"teacherId":9813072,"projectId":9270916,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom, it has truly been a blessing to receive all the items. I love seeing the happy faces of my students. I am so happy that you chose to fund my students items. I love watching them learn and show growth. It has truly been a blessing to receive all the resources that were funded by the donors.I hope each and every donor be blessed tremendously.I want to say you are the bright lights that shines through our scholars making it possible for them to learn and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1747333042967,"projectUrl":"project/writing-skills/9270916/","projectTitle":"Writing Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9813072_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729685468341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9813072"},{"teacherId":5928199,"projectId":4400838,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us create a more organized and welcoming learning environment. The storage cubbies and drawers have given our 24 students a designated place to keep their learning materials. With fewer supplies crowding their desks, students now have more room to work, participate in hands-on activities, and focus without unnecessary distractions. The additional organization has also made classroom transitions smoother because students can quickly locate and return the materials they need.\r\n\r\nThe students were excited to see the new resources and eager to begin using them. These materials have helped them become more responsible for their belongings while showing them how an organized space can support successful learning. The flexible seating options have also allowed students to make thoughtful choices about where and how they learn best, whether working independently or collaborating with classmates.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is now a more functional and engaging place for students to learn, explore, and grow. We sincerely appreciate your investment in our students and the lasting difference you have made in their daily learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1567026050078,"projectUrl":"project/creating-an-organized-learning-environme/4400838/","projectTitle":"Creating an Organized Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rai","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5928199_orig.jpg?crop=622,622,x273,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566157511970","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5928199"},{"teacherId":464743,"projectId":9975906,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing these resources to my scholars. Because of your generosity, I was able to make breakfast bags. These bags are for students who come to class hungry and the cafeteria is closed. \r\nI was also able to make snack bags to go home. Sometimes my scholars only get a full meal when they are in school. These bags serve as an emergency snack. My scholars were also able to have snacks during the day. These snacks refuel their bodies and makes it easier to think and complete their work. All of these is because of you! Thanks","fullyFundedDate":1772483849765,"projectUrl":"project/hungry-no-more/9975906/","projectTitle":"Hungry No More","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Duru","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp464743_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1477542373369","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsgoodenlabran"},{"teacherId":464743,"projectId":9975880,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity. My scholars absolutely loved learning about the Chinese traditions and how they celebrate their new year. Students made connections to the Chinese culture as well as their own. \r\nStudents also practiced reading about the new moon. They were able to find out more information and share it with their classmates. Students also had the opportunity to check out a book on Chinese new moon and the lunar new year and take it home to share their learning with their families. Thank you again for giving them this opportunity to extend their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1767211053766,"projectUrl":"project/new-moonnew-year/9975880/","projectTitle":"New Moon=New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Duru","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp464743_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1477542373369","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsgoodenlabran"},{"teacherId":10230821,"projectId":9844890,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Keeping Our Learning Space Fresh and Safe. Because of your generosity, we now have a carpet cleaner that has already made a noticeable difference in our classroom. Our rug is used daily for whole group lessons, partner discussions, independent reading, and social emotional learning. Being able to quickly clean and sanitize this shared space helps us maintain a healthier classroom and creates an environment where students can focus, feel comfortable, and learn without distractions.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the carpet cleaner, they were excited and full of questions. After seeing classmates become sick and realizing how often we all share the rug space, they began to truly understand the purpose of keeping it clean. This led to meaningful conversations about germs, responsibility, and taking care of one another. Many students expressed pride in having a clean classroom and have become more mindful about cleaning up spills, snacks, and materials. Several students have even taken on the role of reminding their peers to help keep our shared spaces tidy and safe.\r\n\r\nAs we continue learning, our rug will remain a central part of our daily instruction. Students are currently working in reading groups, participating in class discussions, and engaging in collaborative activities that require movement and flexibility within the classroom. Having a clean and well-maintained learning space allows these lessons to run smoothly and safely. Because of your support, my students are learning in an environment that reflects care, respect, and community. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where students feel supported, valued, and ready to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1762266314711,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-our-learning-space-fresh-and-saf/9844890/","projectTitle":"Keeping Our Learning Space Fresh and Safe","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10230821_orig.jpg?crop=752,752,x56,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760788364116","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10230821"},{"teacherId":6698321,"projectId":9295680,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of decodable books to our kindergarten classroom. Your support has made a powerful difference in helping our youngest learners develop strong, confident reading skills.\r\n\r\nThese books have transformed the way our students experience reading. Because the texts align directly with the phonics skills we are teaching, students are able to sound out words independently rather than guessing or memorizing patterns. This has allowed them to practice real decoding strategies and truly understand how reading works.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been immediate and exciting to witness. Students who once hesitated to read aloud are now eagerly volunteering. They feel successful because they can actually read the words on the page. That sense of accomplishment has built both their confidence and their love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1746787082293,"projectUrl":"project/decoding-our-way-to-success/9295680/","projectTitle":"Decoding Our Way to Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramseur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6698321_orig.jpg?crop=947,947,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784818164392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6698321"},{"teacherId":6698321,"projectId":9295599,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of classroom manipulatives, phonics games, and decodable books to our kindergarten classroom. Your support has made a meaningful and immediate difference in the way our students learn to read, write, and build foundational skills.\r\n\r\nThe hands-on manipulatives have transformed learning into an active, engaging experience. Students are now able to physically sort, build, count, and explore concepts, which strengthens both their understanding and confidence. These tools have been especially helpful for our young learners who benefit most from tactile and visual learning opportunities.","fullyFundedDate":1746787018933,"projectUrl":"project/making-connections-with-letters-and-soun/9295599/","projectTitle":"Making connections with letters and sounds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramseur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6698321_orig.jpg?crop=947,947,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784818164392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6698321"},{"teacherId":6698321,"projectId":9438501,"letterContent":"Donations to our kindergarten classroom make a difference you can truly see every single day. When children have access to bright, engaging books, letter games, and hands-on literacy tools, reading becomes exciting instead of intimidating. They gather on the carpet eager to hear new stories, practice their sounds with confidence, and proudly share their first written sentences. These materials help us meet each child where they are—supporting beginners while challenging confident readers—so every student feels successful and included. Your support helps create a warm, language-rich environment where a love of reading can grow naturally.\r\n\r\nMath donations have the same joyful impact. With counting cubes, ten frames, pattern blocks, and interactive games, students don't just learn numbers—they explore, build, and discover. You can hear their excitement as they solve problems together, count out loud, and celebrate when something finally \"clicks.\" These hands-on tools turn abstract math ideas into real experiences that make sense to young learners. Because of your generosity, math feels playful and approachable, helping children build confidence and a strong foundation that will carry them far beyond kindergarten.","fullyFundedDate":1755298430514,"projectUrl":"project/starting-strong-and-finishing-stronger-i/9438501/","projectTitle":"Starting Strong and Finishing Stronger in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramseur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6698321_orig.jpg?crop=947,947,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784818164392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6698321"},{"teacherId":9281088,"projectId":9641501,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of ukuleles to our school. Your support has made a significant difference in our students' lives, providing them with new opportunities for creativity and self-expression. The joy on their faces as they learn to play these instruments is truly inspiring, and your kindness has opened doors that many of our students might not have otherwise experienced.\r\n\r\nThe ukuleles have had a remarkable impact on student learning, not only in music but also in science. In music class, students are developing important skills such as rhythm, coordination, and teamwork, while also gaining confidence as performers. These experiences are enhancing their appreciation for the arts and fostering a sense of accomplishment that extends beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, we have integrated the ukuleles into our science curriculum, using them as hands-on tools to explore concepts such as sound waves, vibration, and frequency. This interdisciplinary approach has made scientific principles more tangible and engaging for our students, helping them see the connections between the arts and sciences. We are deeply grateful for your support and for the lasting positive impact you have made on our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1760693695860,"projectUrl":"project/strings-of-joy-the-ukulele-adventure/9641501/","projectTitle":"Strings of Joy: the Ukulele Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9281088"},{"teacherId":4483907,"projectId":9375175,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to the tools they need to confidently navigate technology and engage more deeply in their learning. The new computer mice have transformed how my students interact with digital lessons, assessments, and learning programs by giving them better control, precision, and independence while working online.\r\n\r\nBefore this project, many students struggled using trackpads, which slowed them down and caused frustration during writing assignments, research projects, and interactive learning activities. Now, students are able to click, scroll, drag, and type with ease—allowing them to focus on their academic tasks rather than the mechanics of using a device.\r\n\r\nThese mice have been especially impactful during literacy instruction, online assessments, and small-group interventions, where students regularly use digital platforms for reading practice, writing responses, and skill-based programs. I've already seen an increase in student confidence, engagement, and efficiency as they complete assignments more independently and with fewer technical barriers.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your donation has helped level the playing field for my students by ensuring they all have equal access to functional learning tools. You didn't just provide classroom supplies—you empowered young learners to build essential technology skills they will carry with them for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their growth. Your kindness is making a real and lasting difference in our classroom every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1748889859187,"projectUrl":"project/click-learn-and-grow-mice-for-young-t/9375175/","projectTitle":"Click, Learn, and Grow: Mice for Young Tech Explorers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4483907_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747950218139","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4483907"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_1696","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":507,"numTeachers":45,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":64,"percentWhite":2,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":28,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":57.0,"schoolId":1696,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Westerly Hills Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Westerly Hills Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/north-carolina/charlotte-mecklenburg-school-district/westerly-hills-elementary-school/1696"}