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Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1787256659148,"projectUrl":"project/finishing-2nd-grade-strong-classroom-es/10264207/","projectTitle":"Finishing 2nd Grade Strong: Classroom Essentials Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Natalie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8780188_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753113402681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8780188"},{"teacherId":8780188,"projectId":10327733,"letterContent":"Our new books have quickly become a favorite part of our classroom library. During independent reading, students are excited to browse the new titles and choose books based on topics that interest them. It has been fun to see students recommend books to one another and get excited when they find a topic they want to learn more about. Thank you for helping us grow our classroom library with books that reflect the interests and curiosity of our students. Having these choices available has made reading feel exciting and personal, and I look forward to seeing where their questions and interests take us next!","fullyFundedDate":1788196623684,"projectUrl":"project/2nd-grade-class-library/10327733/","projectTitle":"2nd Grade Class Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Natalie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8780188_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753113402681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8780188"},{"teacherId":8780188,"projectId":10528374,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our new 1st/2nd grade blended classroom! These supplies have already become an important part of our everyday learning.\r\n\r\nMy students were excited to have new materials to use and have quickly made them part of our classroom routines. The Colors of the World markers and colored pencils have been especially exciting for students. We have been using them for self-portraits and other projects as we learn more about ourselves, our classmates, and our classroom community. Students have enjoyed having more colors to choose from so they can create artwork that more accurately represents themselves and the people they know.\r\n\r\nThese supplies will support students throughout the year as they learn, create, and become more independent learners. We are so grateful for your support in helping us get our new classroom off to such a great start!","fullyFundedDate":1788585298435,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-a-strong-start/10528374/","projectTitle":"Supplies for a Strong Start!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Natalie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8780188_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753113402681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8780188"},{"teacherId":10175249,"projectId":10048586,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my students and our classroom be a learning space that feels safe and organized. The book bins have helped us organize our library so everyone can find books they want to read. Reading is a big part of our day and finding joy in books is essential. \r\nThe biggest impact was from the pre-cut tennis balls. Our class had several learners with high sensory needs and not having chairs that scrap across the floor was huge. All the materials we received helped us finish out first grade strong and ready for second grade!\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1776194626512,"projectUrl":"project/mid-year-refresh-in-first-grade/10048586/","projectTitle":"Mid-Year Refresh in First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gloria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10175249_orig.jpg?crop=915,915,x32,y28&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755124226666","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10175249"},{"teacherId":8780188,"projectId":10168360,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to addition and subtraction math flashcards that are making a meaningful difference in our classroom! Having consistent, hands-on practice is helping students strengthen their confidence and improve their speed and accuracy.\r\n\r\nYour support has provided my students with an engaging and effective tool that they will continue to use throughout the year. Thank you for helping make math practice fun, accessible, and impactful for every learner in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1774748617282,"projectUrl":"project/math-facts-for-second-graders/10168360/","projectTitle":"Math Facts for Second Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Natalie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8780188_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753113402681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8780188"},{"teacherId":8780188,"projectId":9919360,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to addition and subtraction math flashcards that are making a meaningful difference in our classroom! Having consistent, hands-on practice is helping students strengthen their confidence and improve their speed and accuracy.\r\n\r\nYour support has provided my students with an engaging and effective tool that they will continue to use throughout the year. Thank you for helping make math practice fun, accessible, and impactful for every learner in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769177987792,"projectUrl":"project/math-facts-for-second-graders/9919360/","projectTitle":"Math Facts for Second Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Natalie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8780188_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753113402681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8780188"},{"teacherId":324107,"projectId":9925601,"letterContent":"The impact of this grant has been transformative for both my students and the overall classroom environment. My students experienced our new privacy screens for the first time during a math test. Many expressed that having their own space while testing made them feel safer and more focused, effectively reducing test anxiety. For students with specific learning disabilities, these tools proved particularly beneficial, allowing for greater concentration on their work without distractions.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, thanks to this funding, I was able to create a color-coded folder display that links the colors of the folders to their respective subjects in our classroom. I refer to this display throughout the day as students are asked to retrieve specific materials for different subjects. These tools are guiding students in their organization and visually connecting subjects to enhance their learning experience. I already see a positive difference in my students as we work on developing their executive functioning skills.\r\n \r\nAs we move forward, next steps involve ensuring that these resources remain accessible for ongoing use. I will continue to monitor the effectiveness of these materials and seek additional resources to support my students' diverse needs and continued growth. The positive reactions from my students reinforce the importance of these tools, inspiring me to continue pursuing new ways to enrich their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1769177989354,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-third-graders-with-tools-for/9925601/","projectTitle":"Empowering Third Graders with Tools for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp324107_orig.jpg?crop=2368,2368,x161,y574&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758846386512","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/windyford"},{"teacherId":397619,"projectId":9858386,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping support our class by funding these supplies. We use them everyday and they have made the school year much easier and more pleasant to navigate. We could not do it without you! \r\nThe headphones have been so helpful with testing and also working on their math curriculum. The mats below the sink are helping soak up water and prevent slips. The swifter mop has brought stinky smells on the bathroom floor to a halt. \r\nWe are using everything daily. Thank you again fo ryour support.","fullyFundedDate":1761636019367,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-stock-up-on-some-supplies-for-ou/9858386/","projectTitle":"Help Us Stock Up on Some Supplies for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hilary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp397619_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1521748469990","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hilary-benoit"},{"teacherId":397619,"projectId":7621191,"letterContent":"The students are loving their decodable books. They are building so much confidence. One of their favorite things to do is go to the class library and find books that they love and can read. It is a very social and happy and excitable activity. I love seeing all of the phonics and phonemic awareness that we are learning put into action. They then have more buy in for the other parts of learning throughout the day- it is like it all clicks. \r\nWe could not do it without you! Thank you for all of your support.","fullyFundedDate":1691958023261,"projectUrl":"project/please-help-us-build-our-decodable-book/7621191/","projectTitle":"Please Help Us Build Our Decodable Book Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hilary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp397619_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1521748469990","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hilary-benoit"},{"teacherId":324107,"projectId":9870563,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to share the positive impact your generous contributions have made in our classroom. When my students first saw the new resources funded by this grant, their eyes sparkled with excitement, and their interest certainly peaked. They were grateful and eager to incorporate these new tools into their daily routines. After we discussed expectations, students quickly began trying out the various fidgets, and now every child has had at least one opportunity to use a tool that helps them focus.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the noise-blocking headphones have become an essential part of our writing sessions, allowing students to concentrate and transfer their ideas onto the page without distraction. The engaging pens have also had a similar effect whenever kids need to record their thinking on paper. Students have used them for a phonics and spelling assessment, as well as while summarizing a book they studied in literacy. Left-handed students have discovered that the flair pens don't smear, making writing a smoother experience for them.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, I plan to keep these resources readily available for students as needed. I will also continue to identify additional items that can further support my students' learning needs and may explore writing additional grants in the future to expand these opportunities. Your contributions have truly enriched our classroom environment, and I can't wait to see how my students continue to thrive with these resources! Thank you once again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1763150965900,"projectUrl":"project/making-hard-work-enjoyable-empowering-t/9870563/","projectTitle":"Making Hard Work Enjoyable: Empowering Tools for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp324107_orig.jpg?crop=2368,2368,x161,y574&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758846386512","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/windyford"},{"teacherId":10175249,"projectId":9590100,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to support my amazing group of first graders. Everyday when they come to school, they walk into a room that feels safe and welcoming. With the help of your donation, I am able to teach without having the added worry of making sure I have the supplies needed to make learning both accessible and joyful. Because in my room, all learning should be fun! \r\nOne of the most appreciated items that was funded through this project was the galaxy-patterned-light-covers. I have a few neurodivergent learners and harsh lighting can be distracting, at best, and overstimulating which can lead to not fun outcomes. These light covers are helpful for all and helps make our classroom feel more comfortable. \r\nHowever, the light covers were just the tip of the iceberg! Job charts, dot spots and calendar supplies help us all to know what is expected and helps keep routines consistent. \r\nI cannot overstate how much this funded project has helped me in transitioning back to my own classroom. Not having to worry about necessary supplies that I know are crucial to the success of my students has truly helped me to focus on their needs and how to best meet them where they are academically and social-emotionally. Thank you again for supporting my amazing first graders!","fullyFundedDate":1755706203403,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-is-the-best-grade/9590100/","projectTitle":"First Grade Is the Best Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gloria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10175249_orig.jpg?crop=915,915,x32,y28&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755124226666","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10175249"},{"teacherId":324107,"projectId":9792311,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to share how we are using the new resources provided through your generous support for our Schoolyard Birds unit. Our bird guides and binoculars are conveniently set up in front of the windows facing the courtyard, allowing students easy access whenever a new bird arrives at our feeders. This setup not only encourages observation but also fosters a calming environment. We have created a \"calming station\" where students can bird watch to help regulate their emotions, particularly when they are experiencing heightened feelings. Thanks to your contributions, we have ample bird seed to last through the winter, ensuring our feathered friends are well-fed and hopefully attracting many new species to our schoolyard. When our students first saw the materials, they eagerly engaged with the guides and binoculars, using the ASL bird symbol to alert me whenever they spotted a bird. If we identify a new species, we take quick breaks for impromptu bird watching, allowing their enthusiasm to deepen their connection to nature.\r\nLooking ahead, our next steps involve continuing our birdwatching activities and participating in Feedwatch, a citizen science project that collects valuable data on birds and their migration patterns. This initiative will enhance their observational skills and instill a sense of responsibility and contribution to scientific research. Your support has made a significant impact on our classroom, and we are grateful for the opportunity to provide these resources for our third grade students. 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