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Instead of escalating behaviors, many students independently used the sensory wall as a coping strategy, which reduced disruptions and increased their confidence in managing their own needs.\r\n\r\nOverall, the sensory wall supported not only academic growth but also social-emotional development. It created a more inclusive, supportive learning environment where students felt understood and empowered. This project directly enhanced students' ability to participate in learning, build independence, and experience success in the classroom, making a lasting difference in their daily school experience.","fullyFundedDate":1693935510475,"projectUrl":"project/the-sensory-wall/7737171/","projectTitle":"The Sensory Wall","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8629564_orig.jpg?crop=1065,1065,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693030868731","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8629564"},{"teacherId":4158153,"projectId":9530062,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your support of our project, \"Social Emotional Learning Through STEM.\" Since the arrival of our new materials, the transformation in my classroom has been incredible. My students' curiosity was instantly piqued; they were eager to dive in and explore the new technology in ways I hadn't seen before. Seeing their faces light up with questions and wonder has been the highlight of our semester.\r\n\r\nThese tools are doing more than just teaching technical skills; they are fostering critical social-emotional growth. As students work together on STEM challenges, they are learning how to communicate effectively, share responsibilities, and navigate the frustrations that naturally come with problem-solving. It's inspiring to see them encourage one another when a design doesn't work the first time, building the resilience they need both in and out of the classroom.\r\n\r\nOne of my students, who typically stays quiet during traditional lessons, has completely come out of their shell while using these new tools. Their confidence is growing daily as they lead their small group through complex tasks. Your generosity has provided my students with a space where they feel safe to take risks and curious enough to keep trying. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1754967821866,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-learning-through-stem/9530062/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Learning Through STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nixon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4158153_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643991524638","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4158153"},{"teacherId":7577258,"projectId":9574690,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. The carpet has come in handy already. We were reviewing as a class for the upcoming test and I had some students who couldn't see the political cartoon as well from their seat. They came up and sat on the carpet as we continued reviewing. One of them even said, \"this is like when we were in elementary school\". It was a very nostalgic moment. Of course the snacks are coming in handy too!\r\n\r\nWhen they first saw the materials they were like \"where did this come from\" or \"it's so soft\" or something along those lines. My students are super excited to go into this next semester with such great materials. The next steps will be a lot more group projects. I find that the materials will help students much more in their independent work. I believe the vibe of the classroom with better lighting will also help their overall learning. Thank you so much for your donations. We greatly appreciate them.","fullyFundedDate":1762784921774,"projectUrl":"project/munch-master/9574690/","projectTitle":"Munch & Master","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7577258_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y463&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722742080099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/torriewilliams"},{"teacherId":4833302,"projectId":9624750,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations! It is heartwarming to see high school students not only check out library books, but also get excited about a bookmark. When students smell the scented bookmarks, they are immediately reminded of how much they loved the library in elementary school. They can't wait to read their book, bring it back to the library, check out another book, and get a new bookmark. \r\n\r\nThe cleaning supplies and blue chair brighten up the circulation desk. Students are excited to walk into an area designed for them. Without your support, our students would not have this experience. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1760107371426,"projectUrl":"project/circulation-desk-glow-up/9624750/","projectTitle":"Circulation Desk Glow Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. F.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4833302_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1517601167188","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4833302"},{"teacherId":6726127,"projectId":9603184,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donations and genuine interest in my classroom. Your support has made a real difference in the lives of my students. Because of you, we now have access to the tools and resources we need to create meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Your kindness reminds my students that there are people who believe in their potential and want to see them succeed.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nEvery day, your contribution helps us build a classroom filled with opportunity and excitement. From hands-on activities to engaging lessons, your support is helping us dream bigger and reach higher. Thank you for investing not just in our classroom, but in the future of every student who walks through its doors.","fullyFundedDate":1756057506632,"projectUrl":"project/hygiene-for-teens/9603184/","projectTitle":"Hygiene for Teens","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Noiel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6726127_orig.jpg?crop=779,779,x0,y249&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724160920924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6726127"},{"teacherId":6726127,"projectId":9305687,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donations and genuine interest in my classroom. Your support has made a real difference in the lives of my students. Because of you, we now have access to the tools and resources we need to create meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Your kindness reminds my students that there are people who believe in their potential and want to see them succeed.\r\n\r\nEvery day, your contribution helps us build a classroom filled with opportunity and excitement. From hands-on activities to engaging lessons, your support is helping us dream bigger and reach higher. Thank you for investing not just in our classroom, but in the future of every student who walks through its doors.","fullyFundedDate":1755699611343,"projectUrl":"project/picture-this-stem-through-the-lens-2/9305687/","projectTitle":"Picture This: STEM Through the Lens 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Noiel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6726127_orig.jpg?crop=779,779,x0,y249&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724160920924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6726127"},{"teacherId":6726127,"projectId":9305520,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donations and genuine interest in my classroom. Your support has made a real difference in the lives of my students. Because of you, we now have access to the tools and resources we need to create meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Your kindness reminds my students that there are people who believe in their potential and want to see them succeed.\r\n\r\nEvery day, your contribution helps us build a classroom filled with opportunity and excitement. From hands-on activities to engaging lessons, your support is helping us dream bigger and reach higher. Thank you for investing not just in our classroom, but in the future of every student who walks through its doors.","fullyFundedDate":1755754965501,"projectUrl":"project/picture-this-stem-through-the-lens/9305520/","projectTitle":"Picture This: STEM Through the Lens","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Noiel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6726127_orig.jpg?crop=779,779,x0,y249&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724160920924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6726127"},{"teacherId":5868309,"projectId":9623899,"letterContent":"The materials you helped provide have already made a tremendous impact on our daily learning environment. The new resources have created a comfortable and engaging space for our diverse learners to explore reading, calm their minds after sensory overload, and safely rest when needed. Each day, the rug and flexible seating options are filled with students reading books from our classroom library, collaborating on activities, or simply enjoying a calm moment to regulate and refocus. When our students first saw the new items, their faces lit up with joy and excitement. Many of them immediately stretched out on the rug with a book in hand, while others shared smiles and said, \"This is our special place!\"","fullyFundedDate":1758202994797,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-resources-for-diverse-learners/9623899/","projectTitle":"Classroom Resources for Diverse Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stevenson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5868309_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537148629173","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5868309"},{"teacherId":9659298,"projectId":8667671,"letterContent":"Thank you for the donations to my project. The snacks were used as incentives for students to participate in class. Some snacks were rewards for their excellence in showing their success in lessons. I also used snacks as awards when we were having class competitions. Students are very competitive when they know they will get an award. They enjoyed all the snacks. Also, the snacks have been used for students who are hungry and need something to make it through the day. You generosity is very much appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1733573202114,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack/8667671/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hughes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9659298"},{"teacherId":6726127,"projectId":9000016,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Think and Thrive Treats project has truly come to life in our classroom! The snacks and treats you helped provide have become a simple yet powerful tool in keeping our students energized, focused, and ready to learn. I've noticed a real difference in how students approach lessons—when their basic needs are met, they're far more engaged, confident, and willing to participate.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nOne moment that stands out was during a recent group activity where students were tasked with solving a complex problem. I set out a few \"Think and Thrive\" snacks on the tables, and the atmosphere shifted instantly. Students were chatting, brainstorming, and smiling as they worked through challenges together. Several even mentioned how much they appreciated having something to munch on it made them feel cared for and supported.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our current lessons, these treats are helping us maintain that positive energy. The Think and Thrive Treats keep their momentum going, allowing them to stay focused and give their best effort from start to finish. Your kindness has not only filled their stomachs but has also fueled their minds and spirits.","fullyFundedDate":1742823969396,"projectUrl":"project/think-and-thrive-treats/9000016/","projectTitle":"Think and Thrive Treats","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Noiel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6726127_orig.jpg?crop=779,779,x0,y249&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724160920924","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6726127"},{"teacherId":4158153,"projectId":8380763,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed into a safe and nurturing space where students can explore social-emotional learning in meaningful ways. One of our favorite projects so far has been our \"Mindful Mornings\" routine. Each day begins with yoga stretches and belly breathing, giving students the chance to reset and focus before starting academic work. We've also started a \"Plant and Reflect\" project, where each student is growing their own plant and journaling about their growth journey—both the plant's and their own.\r\n\r\nDuring a recent session, one student shared, \"Watching my plant grow reminds me that I'm growing too—even if it's slow.\" Moments like that show just how powerful these resources have become.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the room was filled with excitement and curiosity. Students eagerly opened the boxes, marveling at the yoga mats, breathing balls, SEL books, and plant kits. One student asked, \"Is all this really for us?\" It was heartwarming to see their faces light up at the idea that their classroom could become a calm and cozy space made just for them.\r\n\r\nOur next step is creating a \"Mindfulness Corner\" in the classroom. Students are helping design the space, choosing calming colors, cushions, posters, and books that support emotional regulation and mental health. We'll also begin group reading circles using SEL-focused literature to help students better understand emotions, empathy, and peer relationships. The goal is to foster not just academic growth, but resilient, self-aware young people who feel safe and supported.\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just provide tools—it helped us build a community of trust, reflection, and growth. Thank you for believing in my students and our classroom journey!","fullyFundedDate":1716402446573,"projectUrl":"project/social-and-emotional-learning-for-high/8380763/","projectTitle":"Social and Emotional Learning for High School Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nixon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4158153_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643991524638","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4158153"},{"teacherId":3212758,"projectId":8947453,"letterContent":"My students are making tiny houses using paper and double sided tape. They are learning about size of different things inside a tiny house. They have to calculate the area and perimeter of different things inside the tiny house as well as the house itself.\r\n\r\nThey have enjoyed this project so far. They were excited to see they could make it out of a variety of colors. 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