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They will be so excited to become \"chick scientists\" and share their learning with our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1763570698037,"projectUrl":"project/chick-quest-the-great-egg-speriment/9837290/","projectTitle":"Chick Quest: The Great Egg-speriment!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schaeffer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-j-schaeffer"},{"teacherId":2617485,"projectId":9763534,"letterContent":"Our new resources will make such a positive impact on our classroom! The saucer chair will become a special \"Student of the Day\" spot, and I know my students will be so excited for their turn. I can already imagine the smiles and gasps when they first see it and realize how special it will feel.\r\n\r\nThe candy rewards will be used to reinforce positive choices and effort during lessons, and the laminating pouches will allow me to create durable, hands-on centers that students can use again and again throughout the year.\r\n\r\nNext, my students will use these materials as part of our ongoing behavior and engagement routines. The saucer chair will support our daily student celebrations, and the laminated activities will be incorporated into upcoming literacy and math stations to build independence and confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and helping make it an even happier, more motivating place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1763585718836,"projectUrl":"project/student-rewards/9763534/","projectTitle":"Student Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2617485_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753105938054","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mcoleman"},{"teacherId":1571536,"projectId":9433326,"letterContent":"Our first grade students were so happy when our boxes arrived at school. You would have thought it was Christmas morning when they got to tear them open. It truly was such an exciting time for them! \r\nOur students are really enjoying the playground balls and equipment. Each day during recess, they are so excited to grab a ball or hula hoop to play with their friends. We are seeing kickball games happening and soccer matches all thanks to your generous donations.\r\nIt is so wonderful to see them have something to play with during outdoor recess. Our students are enjoying drawing pictures with the sidewalk chalk and making paths to walk on and drive their toy cars on. \r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. Our students are so lucky to have such amazing donors like you!","fullyFundedDate":1755725972305,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-fitness/9433326/","projectTitle":"First Grade Fitness!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Derr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1571536_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1500666265855","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kmost"},{"teacherId":10011778,"projectId":9311609,"letterContent":"We all appreciate the donations to achieving full funding for our crack an egg project. Your generosity made it possible for my students to experience the wonder of life cycles firsthand. The kids were so excited to find out they'll get to raise chicken eggs, watch them hatch, and learn how to take care of our chicks. \r\n We're using the incubators to learn about the life cycle of the chicken from egg to adult. My students are carefully observing and recording the changes each day- turning the eggs, checking the temperature and humidity, and making predictions about when they'll hatch. It's an amazing hands on science experience that helps them understand responsibility, patience, and the wonder of life! \r\n We truly appreciate your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1748491401690,"projectUrl":"project/crack-an-egg/9311609/","projectTitle":"Crack an Egg!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zeffiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10011778"},{"teacherId":2617485,"projectId":9301679,"letterContent":"When our egg incubator and brooder arrived, my students could hardly contain their excitement! We carefully unwrapped the materials together, and the children were already full of questions about how the incubator works and what it will be like when we finally have eggs inside. One child even said, \"This is going to be the best science project ever!\" Their curiosity and joy made it clear that these resources are going to create a memorable learning experience.\r\n\r\nAlthough incubation hasn't started yet, we are using this time to prepare. My students have been learning about life cycles through books, videos, and class discussions, and they are practicing how to record their observations in science journals. We've also started talking about the responsibility of caring for living things, which is helping to build empathy and patience.\r\n\r\nIn the next few months, when we place the eggs into the incubator, the students will be ready to take on the role of scientists and caretakers. We are so excited to begin this journey, and I am deeply grateful to you for making it possible. Thanks to your generosity, my kindergartners will have the chance to witness life unfold right before their eyes!","fullyFundedDate":1754408375592,"projectUrl":"project/our-egg-straordinary-life-cycle-adventur/9301679/","projectTitle":"Our Egg-straordinary Life Cycle Adventure!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2617485_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753105938054","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mcoleman"},{"teacherId":1571536,"projectId":9214675,"letterContent":"My classroom of first grade students were so excited when our packages arrived. You would have thought it was Christmas morning with all of the giggles and excitement! \r\nMy students had the opportunity to hatch two batches of chicken eggs using the incubator. Students were able to have a hands-on experience learning about the life cycle of a chicken. My students loved observing the chicks hatch which was truly so magical. Our chicks were transferred to the brooder where students could watch and learn about the chicks growth and development. \r\nWe are so very appreciative of your donations to make this project come to life. Thank you for your generosity and kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1743473578717,"projectUrl":"project/lets-learn-about-the-life-cycle-of-chic/9214675/","projectTitle":"Let's Learn About the Life Cycle of Chickens","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Derr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1571536_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1500666265855","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kmost"},{"teacherId":2617485,"projectId":9182967,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness and generosity in funding our Calm Corner project! Because of you, my kindergarten students now have the tools they need to navigate their big feelings in a safe and supportive way.\r\n\r\nThe breathing creature has already become a favorite in our classroom. Watching its gentle rise and fall helps my students slow down and take deep breaths when they feel overwhelmed. It's incredible to see them learning to self-regulate using this simple but powerful tool.\r\n\r\nThe sequin touch-and-feel pillow has provided a much-needed sensory outlet for students who need to refocus and calm their minds. The soothing motion of running their hands over the sequins helps them reset before returning to learning. It's amazing how something so small can make such a big difference in helping students find their calm.\r\n\r\nAnd, of course, the weighted stuffed animal has been a huge comfort to many little hands. Whether it's being hugged during a moment of frustration or held for reassurance, this special stuffy has become a source of security and peace for students who need it most.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are developing lifelong emotional regulation skills that will help them far beyond our classroom. They are learning that it's okay to have big feelings and, more importantly, how to manage them in healthy ways. Your support has created a space where they feel safe, valued, and empowered to take control of their emotions.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the importance of social-emotional learning and for making such a meaningful impact on my students' lives. Your generosity has made our classroom a calmer, happier, and more supportive place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1742945925649,"projectUrl":"project/resources-to-work-through-our-big-feelin/9182967/","projectTitle":"Resources to Work Through Our Big Feelings","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2617485_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753105938054","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mcoleman"},{"teacherId":2617485,"projectId":9138627,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your incredible generosity and support of my classroom project. Thanks to your kindness, I was able to purchase hands-on resources that will make a profound impact on my kindergarten students' learning experiences. Your donation will transform our classroom into a dynamic, engaging environment where young learners can explore, create, and discover in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nKindergarten is a foundational year, full of curiosity and joy. At this age, children thrive through hands-on activities that engage their senses and reinforce key concepts. Your donation has provided tools that help my students develop early literacy, math, and fine motor skills while fostering a love for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1742487546526,"projectUrl":"project/lets-learn/9138627/","projectTitle":"Let's Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2617485_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753105938054","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mcoleman"},{"teacherId":2617485,"projectId":9120102,"letterContent":"I cannot express enough gratitude for your generosity and kindness in supporting our kindergarten classroom's glow party project. Because of you, my students will have an unforgettable experience that will bring joy, excitement, and a sense of celebration to our learning journey.\r\n\r\nThroughout the year, my students have worked hard, and this glow party will be the perfect way to celebrate their achievements. I can not wait for my students to see our transformed classroom! I am sure their faces will light up with excitement. The glowing decorations, neon accessories, and fun activities will create an atmosphere of pure delight. 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