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I appreciate having them as a resource in our very busy day.","fullyFundedDate":1753557365648,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-calm-classroom/9493681/","projectTitle":"Cozy & Calm Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coffman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5511261_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530980484685","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kriscoffman"},{"teacherId":9987233,"projectId":9344541,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous donation of noise-canceling headphones, the classroom wagon, kinetic sand, and both portable lap desks. Each of these items has quickly become an important part of our classroom, and the students absolutely love them.\r\n\r\nThe noise-canceling headphones have been such a gift for students who need a calm space to focus. The wagon has been a huge help in transporting supplies and keeping our day running smoothly—it's practical, but the kids also get so excited every time they see it in use! The kinetic sand has brought so much joy, creativity, and even moments of calm for busy hands and minds. And the portable lap desks have given our students the flexibility to learn in the way that works best for them, whether sitting on the floor, moving around, or working in a quiet spot.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only provided tools, but has also shown our students that there are people who believe in them and want to see them thrive. We deeply appreciate your support and the positive energy you've brought into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1748464802753,"projectUrl":"project/helping-all-students-learn/9344541/","projectTitle":"Helping All Students Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stewart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9987233_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746848651236","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-shanorma"},{"teacherId":9987233,"projectId":9344156,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful donation of friendship bracelets for our classroom. What may seem like a small gift became a beautiful spark of kindness and connection among our students.\r\n\r\nThe children had so much fun choosing and sharing the bracelets. For many, it wasn't just about receiving something colorful and fun—it was about the joy of giving. Students proudly offered bracelets to their friends and classmates, often with big smiles and kind words. We watched them light up, not only when they received one, but especially when they gave one away.\r\n\r\nThis simple act inspired a wave of generosity in our classroom. It reminded our students that kindness doesn't have to be grand to be powerful—sometimes it's as simple as a bracelet and the friendship it represents.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support and for helping our children learn, in such a tangible way, the value of sharing, caring, and building community.","fullyFundedDate":1747675356103,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-in-action-promoting-empathy-an/9344156/","projectTitle":"Kindness in Action: Promoting Empathy and Kindness Through Community Service.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stewart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9987233_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746848651236","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-shanorma"},{"teacherId":9987233,"projectId":9217653,"letterContent":"On behalf of our classroom, I want to thank you for your generous gift of social and emotional learning tools. Your donation has already made a profound impact on our students' daily lives and learning environment.\r\n\r\nThese tools have become more than just resources—they are bridges to understanding, communication, and self-regulation. We've watched students who once struggled to express themselves begin to use these tools to identify their emotions and communicate their needs with confidence. The atmosphere in our classroom has grown calmer, kinder, and more connected.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping us nurture not only strong learners but also empathetic, resilient children who are learning how to care for themselves and others. The difference you have made is tangible: from the smiles of children who now have words for their feelings, to the quiet pride they show when they make good choices with the help of these tools.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your generosity and belief in the importance of social and emotional growth. 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These materials give my students the opportunity to learn hands-on, explore concepts through movement and experimentation, and build skills in ways that best fit their unique learning styles.\r\n\r\nIn addition, your donations helped us purchase bean bags, dry erase materials, and dry erase boards. These resources may seem simple, but they have made an incredible difference in our day-to-day classroom activities. 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Your kindness has made a world of difference for our students.\r\n\r\nThe children light up every time they use these items. The pencil boxes and crayon holders have given them a sense of ownership and pride in keeping their supplies organized. The play dough has sparked so much creativity and joy during hands-on learning, and the crayons have inspired beautiful artwork that now brightens our classroom walls.\r\n\r\nPerhaps most meaningful has been the emotional coin drop game. It has opened up conversations and given our students a safe, fun way to share their feelings and understand themselves better. Watching them develop these social-emotional skills is a powerful reminder of how deeply your generosity impacts their growth—not just as students, but as kind, confident individuals.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your support is felt daily in our classroom. From the laughter during play to the pride in creating art, to the gentle lessons in emotional awareness, you have truly touched the lives of our students","fullyFundedDate":1746785340575,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-tools/9272071/","projectTitle":"Classroom Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stewart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9987233_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746848651236","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-shanorma"},{"teacherId":8990489,"projectId":9276487,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support of our classroom through DonorsChoose! Because of your kindness, our kindergarten students now have access to essential art supplies that are already sparking creativity, exploration, and joy in our room every day.\r\n\r\nWith your help, our young learners are painting, drawing, and crafting with enthusiasm. These materials are not just tools—they're opportunities for self-expression, imagination, and growth. It's amazing to see their eyes light up when they create something of their own.\r\n\r\nYour generosity reminds us that there are people out there who truly care about early education and the arts. 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Thank you so much for contributing to a project that helps children feel welcomed, valued, and included everyday.","fullyFundedDate":1739372324076,"projectUrl":"project/being-seen-feeling-known-in-kinder/9054002/","projectTitle":"Being Seen, Feeling Known in Kinder","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Castiglione","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8990489_orig.jpg?crop=2016,2016,x3106,y1634&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691986944718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsckindergarten"},{"teacherId":8316163,"projectId":8934112,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation, it has allowed us to receive tools that we use daily to help us regulate and calm. \r\nWe have continued to practice using these tools and have already seen progress in student calm and readiness for class time and learning. \r\nOur class was so excited to receive the swing and the breathing bear. Each student took a turn relaxing in the swing and we passed the breathing bear around at circle time and put it in the calming corner for daily use. Many times I have seen a student get in the tent swing with the breathing bear and calm themselves even without teacher assistance! \r\nBoth tools have been an amazing addition to our classroom routines! Your donation has made such a difference, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1731296985577,"projectUrl":"project/learning-to-calm/8934112/","projectTitle":"Learning to Calm","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8316163_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731253267846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8316163"},{"teacherId":8990489,"projectId":8385277,"letterContent":"Through the funding of this grant my students were able to begin their first year of traditional schooling with all the supplies they could possibly need! Since my school is a Title 1 school and has a low socioeconomic demographic, some of my students families are unable to provide school supplies for their children at the beginning of the year. This grant was able to take the financial burden of school supplies off of many of my families this year. All of my students have been so blessed by the supplies and materials in this grant! Thank you SO much for your generosity!!","fullyFundedDate":1723140133090,"projectUrl":"project/start-the-year-off-fresh/8385277/","projectTitle":"Start the Year Off Fresh!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Castiglione","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8990489_orig.jpg?crop=2016,2016,x3106,y1634&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691986944718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsckindergarten"},{"teacherId":8990489,"projectId":8356400,"letterContent":"Play offices have totally changed the dynamic of our kindergarten space! Once students are finished with their work, they are able to go choose a play bag and begin to play and create. These bags have offered my children autonomy, choice, STEAM work, fine motor skills, and so many other opportunities to work on their development. My students are beyond thrilled that we are able to provide play bags as an option in our classroom. They are more focused on their work with the opportunity to use a play bag when they have completed it. Thank you SO much for this wonderful gift and donation!","fullyFundedDate":1715042244755,"projectUrl":"project/play-offices-for-creative-kinders/8356400/","projectTitle":"Play Offices for Creative Kinders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Castiglione","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8990489_orig.jpg?crop=2016,2016,x3106,y1634&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691986944718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsckindergarten"},{"teacherId":8990489,"projectId":7580274,"letterContent":"My students have been able to learn fundamental literacy skills through using the resources purchased with this grant. Young children learn best through play and exploration, which is exactly what the materials in this grant has been able to provide for my students. These materials have given students opportunities for the \"ah-ha!\" moments while playing and interacting with their peers. \r\nWhen my students first saw the materials they were so excited! They were smiling and excited to get to play with all the different resources. This creates such a rich learning environment where children and able to learn and grow through play and peer relationships. 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