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Thank you for believing in our students and for investing in their success—you've made a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1747358542793,"projectUrl":"project/simple-and-comfortable/9351855/","projectTitle":"Simple and Comfortable","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Abbott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5604401_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723058809509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5604401"},{"teacherId":5604401,"projectId":8978004,"letterContent":"Having an organized and comfortable classroom has made a tremendous difference in my 2nd grade students' learning experience. A well-structured space helps reduce distractions and allows students to focus more easily on their tasks. With clearly labeled materials, cozy reading corners, and defined learning areas, students know exactly where to go and what to do, which fosters independence and responsibility. The comfortable environment also helps students feel safe and valued, encouraging them to take risks, ask questions, and fully engage in their learning each day.\r\n\r\nThis transformation would not have been possible without the generosity of donors through DonorsChoose. Your support has helped create a space where students not only learn but truly thrive. From flexible seating to organizational tools, every item has played a role in building a calm, welcoming classroom that meets the needs of all learners. Thank you for believing in our students and for investing in an environment where they can grow academically and emotionally. 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The classroom as a whole seems to function better because of simple organizational bins and systems. \r\nThe students love having the lamps and diffusers, as well. They get to take turns having the job of being an electrician and taking care of the lamps in the mornings and afternoons. \r\nOur class family spends more time together than we do with our actual families throughout the week. It is so important for me to give my students a place that feels like home for them. 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This tangible approach to learning has fostered a deeper understanding and enthusiasm for language. \r\n\r\nAdditionally, the mirror sound phoneme sets you provided have allowed students to visually see their sounds and make any necessary corrections immediately, further enhancing their phonemic awareness. Your commitment to education is truly inspiring, and we are incredibly thankful for your partnership in empowering our students to become confident and successful readers and writers.","fullyFundedDate":1736791379289,"projectUrl":"project/fundamental-word-work/8735689/","projectTitle":"Fundamental Word Work","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fox","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6250550_orig.jpg?crop=1610,1610,x173,y495&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1578502341342","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6250550"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_91954","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":322,"numTeachers":30,"percentFrplEligible":17,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":89,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"1 - 2","studentTeacherRatio":"10.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":58.3,"schoolId":91954,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about West Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"West Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/south-dakota/spearfish-school-district-40-2/west-elementary-school/91954"}