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Thank you for investing in public school students and for helping nurture lifelong readers.","fullyFundedDate":1773833767054,"projectUrl":"project/beautiful-award-winning-books/10038692/","projectTitle":"Beautiful Award-Winning Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shaw","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1952293_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627488899291","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1952293"},{"teacherId":6853290,"projectId":10073314,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, our art room is becoming a more inclusive, welcoming space where every student can feel safe, supported, and inspired to create. The addition of sensory supports has made a meaningful difference for students who need a calm, regulated environment to fully engage. 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With the ability to print clear, colorful number charts, my students are now able to visually see patterns that were once difficult to grasp. By color-coding numbers in groups of ten, they can easily recognize place value, skip counting, and number relationships. What once felt overwhelming is now something they can see, touch, and understand with confidence.\r\nThe printer is helping my students learn by making instruction more visual consistent and tailored to their needs. I am bel to quickly create differentiated materials, reprint supports when needed, and provide each student with clear, high-quality visuals that reinforce daily lessons. This consistency has improved their independence, they now rely on these printed tools to guide their thinking and problem - solving. \r\nOne of the most exciting aspects of my students is the use of color. They are drawn to the bright, engaging visuals and often express excitement when new materials are printed. Something as simple as watching their work come to life in color has sparked curiosity and motivation. Many of them look forward to using freshly printed charts and activities, and it has made learning feel more interactive and rewarding.\r\nI have absolutely seen students warm up to the new printer. They take pride in using materials it produces and some even ask for specific colors or format that help them learn best. What began as a new classroom tool has quickly become a trusted and familiar part of their routine. Their increase engagement, confidence, and willingness to participate are clear signs of how meaningful this addition has been. \r\nYour generosity is not just providing a ink on paper... it is opening doors, building confidence, and supporting meaningful growth for my students every single day.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation and gratitude,\r\nMs. Santa","fullyFundedDate":1768395907423,"projectUrl":"project/a-bright-future-in-every-print/9983536/","projectTitle":"A Bright Future in Every Print","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Santa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10396941"},{"teacherId":1952293,"projectId":10059311,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom through the donation of printer ink. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our daily learning environment. I have been able to bring materials to life in vibrant and engaging ways that support student learning.\r\n\r\nI have been able to print photographs and other materials for bulletin boards that celebrate student work and accomplishments. Students take great pride in seeing their efforts displayed, and it fosters a strong sense of belonging in our classroom. Additionally, I have been able to create colorful certificates that recognize student progress. These recognitions are deeply meaningful—many students have shared that their families proudly display them at home, helping to strengthen the connection between school and family. Your donation has also allowed me to print curriculum materials in color, which significantly improves clarity and accessibility for young learners.\r\n\r\nYour generosity extends far beyond providing supplies—it nurtures confidence, creativity, and a love of learning in my students. 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Thank you for helping make reading such a joyful experience and supporting public school children.","fullyFundedDate":1772325191048,"projectUrl":"project/caldecott-classics/10038707/","projectTitle":"Caldecott Classics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shaw","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1952293_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627488899291","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1952293"},{"teacherId":409823,"projectId":9981787,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! My students were so excited to see new books arriving in our classroom. They have been spending so much time, trying to fit in reading for pleasure whenever they have time. What they don't know is how much it helps them to learn how to read and comprehend!\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, we read in small groups and have a books at home program where students get to borrow books for a week at a time to take home and read with their families. For many of my students this is not only fun and exciting but also helpful. So many students don't have books in their homes. Students look forward to reading the new books you donated. \r\n\r\nThe variety of books received is great for the varied levels of readers in my classroom. 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Because of the table's unique \"kidney\" design, I can sit in the center of the curve, placing me at an equal distance from every child. This allows each student to have a clear, unobstructed view of my mouth and face as we practice articulatory movements. The proximity allows for a much more intimate and focused environment, ensuring that no student feels left behind or \"out of reach\" during our lessons.\r\n\r\nBeyond the technical benefits, the new layout has fostered a wonderful sense of community. The \"huddle\" atmosphere created by the U-shape encourages the children to engage not just with me, but with one another. We have seen a significant boost in peer-to-peer social communication and confidence. Your gift has provided more than just a piece of furniture; you have provided a space where our students feel seen, supported, and empowered to find their voices.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' communication journeys and for making our therapy room a place of true connection.","fullyFundedDate":1763585180755,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-collaborative-learn/9904424/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Collaborative Learning: A U-Shaped Table","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Abramson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8981401"},{"teacherId":1952293,"projectId":10038685,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity and special thanks to the Mo & Cher Willems Foundation for their match offer. 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Thank you for helping create joyful, meaningful reading experiences that students will cherish.","fullyFundedDate":1768831987456,"projectUrl":"project/celebrate-art-and-stories/10038685/","projectTitle":"Celebrate Art and Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shaw","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1952293_orig.jpg?crop=400,400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627488899291","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1952293"},{"teacherId":1952293,"projectId":10006440,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in funding our classroom restock project. Your support has made an immediate and positive impact on our classroom. Because of you, our learning space is well supplied, welcoming, and ready for success.\r\n\r\nThe printer ink, cardstock, pens, and Scotch tape allow me to prepare high-quality lessons, activities, and student work that keep learning organized and engaging. 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Richard R Wright Elementary School is
an urban public school
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that is part of Philadelphia City School District.
It serves 242 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 9.3:1.
Its teachers have had 199 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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96%
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Richard R Wright Elementary School
$98,061
raised using DonorsChoose
199
projects
funded
44
teachers
funded
490
donors
19
projects
for
basic supplies
32
projects for
technology
43
projects for
books
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projects
for
art supplies
Richard R Wright Elementary School has received support from
327 individuals from Pennsylvania and
163 individuals out-of-state.