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They are excited to see how we can conserve water and use a natural resource to support our garden. Your generosity is giving our students meaningful opportunities to explore, learn, and care for our environment. Thank you for helping our students and our garden grow!","fullyFundedDate":1776791656327,"projectUrl":"project/from-rain-to-roots-outdoor-stem-in-acti/10194301/","projectTitle":"From Rain to Roots: Outdoor STEM in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vieira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10213166_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764164868162","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10213166"},{"teacherId":8569815,"projectId":10212113,"letterContent":"These resources have made a wonderful difference in my Pre-K classroom. The reading and CVC activities provide students with engaging opportunities to practice letter sounds, phonemic awareness, blending, and segmenting words in a fun and meaningful way. The feelings charts and calm-down materials help children identify, communicate, and manage their emotions while developing important self-regulation skills. Having enough materials ensures that every child can participate fully, practice independently, and learn at their own pace. These resources have helped create a more engaging, supportive, and inclusive learning environment where students can build confidence, strengthen foundational skills, and develop a positive attitude toward learning.","fullyFundedDate":1784141191666,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-readers-through-phonics/10212113/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Readers Through Phonics Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mendiola","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8569815_orig.jpg?crop=3072,3072,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768496635960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8569815"},{"teacherId":8569815,"projectId":10195586,"letterContent":"These resources have made a wonderful impact in my Pre-K classroom. My students are excited to explore, create, and learn through hands-on activities. The magnifying glasses help them observe nature, ask questions, describe what they see, and develop early science skills. Magnetic blocks encourage problem-solving, creativity, shape recognition, fine motor skills, and teamwork. The garden kits allow students to learn about plants, responsibility, patience, and how living things grow. The crayons support creativity, writing, and self-expression. Having enough materials allows each child to participate and learn independently. 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In my 4th-grade math classroom, they supported both academic achievement and classroom management.\r\n\r\nHere are some of the biggest benefits:\r\n\r\n* Improved focus: Headphones reduce distractions from classmates, hallway noise, and other classroom sounds, helping students concentrate on math tasks.\r\n* Personalized learning: Students worked at their own pace using programs like i-Ready, DreamBox, Khan Academy, or other math software without disturbing others.\r\n* Better listening comprehension: Students hear directions, instructional videos, and audio explanations more clearly, which is especially helpful for complex math concepts.\r\n* Supports diverse learners: Headphones can benefit multilingual learners, students with attention difficulties, and students who need repeated directions or text-to-speech features.\r\n* Promotes independence: Students are able to complete digital assignments with less reliance on the teacher, freeing you to work with small groups.\r\n* Reduced classroom noise: Instead of multiple devices playing audio aloud, the classroom remained quiet and more conducive to learning.\r\n* Increased engagement: Many students enjoy interactive digital math lessons more when they can fully hear sounds, feedback, and encouragement.\r\n* Created equitable access: Students who need accommodations—such as text-to-speech, speech-to-text, or audio supports—used them discreetly without feeling singled out.","fullyFundedDate":1642180018691,"projectUrl":"project/its-a-tech-world-and-were-gearing-up-/6068393/","projectTitle":"It's a TECH World and We're Gearing Up !","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clay - Travillion","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3446198_orig.jpg?crop=1075,1075,x480,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1622056633772","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3446198"},{"teacherId":7607293,"projectId":10195467,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our youngest learners will have the opportunity to explore nature, discover the important role of pollinators, and develop a love for the environment through hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is helping us create an outdoor space where students can observe butterflies, bees, and other pollinators while learning about plants, life cycles, and the importance of caring for our world. These experiences will inspire curiosity, encourage scientific thinking, and create lasting memories for our little learners.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful that you chose to invest in our classroom and our students. Your support is making a meaningful difference, and we cannot wait to see the excitement on their faces as they watch our little garden grow.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for helping our PK4 students learn, explore, and bloom!","fullyFundedDate":1776712902013,"projectUrl":"project/pk4-pollinator-little-garden/10195467/","projectTitle":"PK4 Pollinator little Garden.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7607293_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772131764832","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7607293"},{"teacherId":3857593,"projectId":9540532,"letterContent":"Your gift represents more than its practical purpose—it symbolizes your commitment to investing in people and in the future of our organization. Acts of generosity like yours remind us that we are not alone in our efforts. They encourage us to continue working toward our mission with renewed energy and determination. Your support strengthens our ability to provide meaningful experiences and valuable resources to those we serve, and for that we are sincerely grateful.\r\n\r\nSince receiving your generous gift, the writing table has quickly become a favorite place for our students. It provides a comfortable and inviting space where they can write stories, complete assignments, read, draw, and work together on projects. We have already seen students gather around the table with excitement, sharing ideas, encouraging one another, and taking pride in their work. The table has created an environment that promotes creativity, collaboration, and a love of learning. It is wonderful to see students so engaged and enthusiastic as they develop their writing skills and express their ideas with confidence. Your thoughtful donation has not only enhanced our classroom but has also given our students a special place where they feel inspired to learn, create, and grow every day.","fullyFundedDate":1754759934315,"projectUrl":"project/curious-minds/9540532/","projectTitle":"Curious Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3857593_orig.jpg?crop=1284,1284,x0,y350&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713365916521","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3857593"},{"teacherId":8569815,"projectId":10194569,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, Catch the Rain! Our students were so excited when they first saw the rain barrel arrive in our classroom garden. They could not wait to learn how rainwater can be collected and reused to help our plants grow.\r\n\r\nWe are using the rain barrel to teach students about caring for the environment and conserving water. The children help collect the rainwater and use it to water the plants in our school garden. One special moment was seeing the students proudly take turns filling watering cans with rainwater and carefully watering our flowers and vegetables. They were amazed that rain can help us save water while keeping our garden healthy.\r\n\r\nThis project has created meaningful hands-on learning opportunities for our class. Students are learning about the water cycle, plants, weather, and how small actions can help protect our Earth. They love checking the rain barrel after rainy days and observing how the garden changes as we continue caring for it together.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue growing our garden while teaching students more about recycling, sustainability, and nature. We plan to observe plant growth, keep simple weather charts, and encourage students to share what they learn with their families at home.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this wonderful learning experience possible for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1777677165940,"projectUrl":"project/catch-the-rain/10194569/","projectTitle":"Catch the Rain","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mendiola","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8569815_orig.jpg?crop=3072,3072,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768496635960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8569815"},{"teacherId":10213166,"projectId":10189132,"letterContent":"I am happy to share that the mini chef outfits and accessories arrived on time, and they have already made a wonderful impact in our classroom!\r\n\r\nWe recently had a lesson where students explored and tasted different fruits and vegetables. The excitement was incredible, students loved dressing up as mini chefs, safely using the knives, and cutting fruits on their boards. It truly brought the learning experience to life.\r\n\r\nWe also received many compliments from parents, as the children went home excitedly sharing everything they learned and experienced. It was a meaningful moment not only for our students, but for their families as well.\r\n\r\nWe regularly share updates on our page, Cuellar_aeroponics, where you can see firsthand how your generous donation is making a difference and being put to great use for our students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support and for helping create these memorable and impactful learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1776199864254,"projectUrl":"project/mini-chefs-big-steam-skills/10189132/","projectTitle":"Mini Chefs, Big STEAM Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vieira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10213166_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764164868162","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10213166"},{"teacherId":7607293,"projectId":10011111,"letterContent":"Students have been highly engaged in caring for and observing plants as they grow in the classroom aeroponic tower. The flowers are thriving and showing strong, healthy growth, and students are excited to check on them each day and take part in their care. This daily interaction has helped build curiosity, confidence, and a sense of responsibility.\r\n\r\nThrough this experience, students have strengthened early science skills by asking questions, making predictions, and describing what they observe. They are developing an understanding of plant life cycles and the basic needs of living things, including water, light, and nutrients.\r\n\r\nThe project has also supported early math development. Students have practiced counting seeds, comparing plant growth, measuring changes, and noticing patterns, helping them connect math concepts to real-world experiences.\r\n\r\nAs the flowers continue to grow, they will be ready by May 2026 to be transplanted into PK4 pollinator garden. This next step will help students see how their classroom learning extends into the real world, supporting pollinators and deepening their understanding of how science and math work together in nature.","fullyFundedDate":1774963638557,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-growing-big-ideas-with-a/10011111/","projectTitle":"Little Learners Growing Big Ideas with an Aeroponic Tower","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7607293_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772131764832","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7607293"},{"teacherId":10213166,"projectId":10070131,"letterContent":"I truly don't have enough words to express my gratitude for your generous donation. The children absolutely loved it and felt like real scientists wearing their lab coats and safety goggles. Their excitement and curiosity were incredible to see. We had our first lesson in the school garden, and it was not only fun but also a meaningful hands-on learning experience that they will remember.\r\n\r\nI would also like to sincerely thank you for the materials for the aeroponic tower. With your support, we were able to create a new solution to increase the production of our seedlings and expand our learning opportunities. Your generosity is making a real difference in our classroom, and we are truly thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1774963592923,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-stem-discovering-aeroponics-in/10070131/","projectTitle":"Hands-On STEM: Discovering Aeroponics in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vieira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10213166_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764164868162","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10213166"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_17943","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":624,"numTeachers":43,"percentFrplEligible":92,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":85,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":1,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":62.1,"schoolId":17943,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Gilbert Cuellar Sr. Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Gilbert Cuellar Sr. Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/dallas-independent-school-district/gilbert-cuellar-senior-elementary-school/17943"}