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This reduces stress for parents, increases participation in home-school activities, and ensures that every student—regardless of background—has the same opportunity to share their learning at home.\r\nYour generosity supports stronger home–school partnerships and helps our students feel supported both in the classroom and at home. We are truly appreciative of your commitment to our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1756158475139,"projectUrl":"project/bridging-school-and-home-take-home-fold/9350263/","projectTitle":"Bridging School and Home: Take-Home Folders for Kindergarten Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5533367_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1581303552496","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jessica-gonzalez"},{"teacherId":5533367,"projectId":9168649,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating puzzles to our kindergarten classroom. Your generosity has already had such a positive impact. The students use the puzzles during centers, small-group time, and independent learning. They are helping children develop critical skills such as spatial awareness, perseverance, problem-solving, and collaboration. For many of our students, puzzles provide a calming and engaging way to start their day and build confidence in their abilities. We deeply appreciate your support and the joyful learning experiences you've made possible.","fullyFundedDate":1744033062384,"projectUrl":"project/a-puzzling-adventure/9168649/","projectTitle":"A Puzzling Adventure!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5533367_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1581303552496","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jessica-gonzalez"},{"teacherId":6516167,"projectId":9848807,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! The laminate sheets have already made a big difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nAs soon as the materials arrived, the students were fascinated watching their work and learning tools become shiny and ready to use. Now, our classroom materials are more durable, reusable, and easy for little hands to handle every day.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, students can practice writing, erasing, and trying again without worrying about damaging the materials. It's amazing how something as simple as laminated sheets can make learning more hands-on and fun!\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped our classroom become more organized, sustainable, and engaging. Thank you for helping create lasting learning experiences for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1762266253047,"projectUrl":"project/protecting-our-kindergarten-creations/9848807/","projectTitle":"Protecting Our Kindergarten Creations!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6516167_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710535212977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6516167"},{"teacherId":6516167,"projectId":9848830,"letterContent":"When our batteries arrived, my students were so excited to see that their learning centers could finally come to life! They eagerly helped me install the batteries and couldn't wait to try out the sound buttons, interactive toys, and light-up materials that had been waiting in our classroom for power.\r\n\r\nNow, our centers are buzzing with activity literally! In our literacy station, students press sound buttons to hear letters and sight words read aloud, helping them build confidence in reading. At our science center, students use battery-powered tools to explore sound and light, sparking curiosity and lots of \"wow!\" moments. One student even said, \"It's like magic we made it work!\"\r\n\r\nThese batteries have truly energized our classroom. What once were quiet, simple stations have become interactive, engaging learning experiences. My students are more motivated than ever to explore and learn independently.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll continue expanding our centers by recording student voices and adding more interactive challenges that encourage teamwork and creativity. Thank you for giving my students the power literally and figuratively to learn, explore, and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1762266413109,"projectUrl":"project/bring-us-to-life/9848830/","projectTitle":"Bring Us to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6516167_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710535212977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6516167"},{"teacherId":9866557,"projectId":9436024,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous support! The materials you provided our roll tape, bubble machine with bubble juice, cleaning wipes, and special needs learning tools have made a huge impact in our classroom. The bubble machine, in particular, has become a favorite! My students light up with excitement during sensory breaks and social skills activities that incorporate bubbles. It's been a wonderful way to motivate engagement and build communication skills, especially for my students with special needs.\r\n\r\nThe special learning materials have helped my students practice fine motor skills, focus on hands-on learning, and stay engaged during lessons. Even simple items like cleaning wipes have taught responsibility and care for our learning space. Your donations have made our classroom more interactive, inclusive, and joyful every day.","fullyFundedDate":1758202981993,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-and-positivity-in-special-edu/9436024/","projectTitle":"Creativity and Positivity in Special Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chapple","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9866557_orig.jpg?crop=540,540,x0,y16&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750983728678","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/magan-chambers"},{"teacherId":3675614,"projectId":9482630,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when they saw our big boxes of glue sticks! Their eyes lit up, and they immediately started talking about all the projects we could make together. We use the glue sticks all the time for hands-on learning such as alphabet crafts, sorting letters, building number collages, and making classroom books. The hot glue sticks have been a huge help for sturdier projects, like our \"All About Me\" displays and seasonal art pieces that decorate our classroom.\r\n\r\nOne of the most memorable moments was during our \"Shape City\" project. Each student designed buildings using construction paper and glued them onto large sheets to create their own city. They worked carefully, shared supplies, and proudly presented their work to the class. The excitement and sense of accomplishment on their faces made it clear how much they love learning through creativity.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous support, we no longer have to worry about running out of glue in the middle of a project. My students are free to explore, design, and express themselves through art and learning activities. Up next, we'll be using our glue sticks for a fall-themed craft that ties into our lessons about the changing seasons.","fullyFundedDate":1759021232181,"projectUrl":"project/kindergartners-stick-together/9482630/","projectTitle":"Kindergartners Stick Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elizondo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3675614_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468456863254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/yesenia-elizondo"},{"teacherId":3675614,"projectId":9512310,"letterContent":"My students were thrilled when the boxes of crisp white paper and cardstock arrived! They immediately started brainstorming how we could use them for our classroom projects. We've used the paper for writing practice, student journals, and classroom books, while the cardstock has been perfect for making durable flashcards, center activities, and art templates that last much longer than regular paper.\r\n\r\nOne special moment was when we created our \"My Favorite Things\" books. Students wrote short sentences and illustrated each page on white copy paper, then used cardstock for the covers. They were so proud to take home their finished books to share with their families!\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous donation, my students now have reliable materials for writing, reading, and creative projects every day. The white paper and cardstock have made it possible for us to print engaging learning resources and give students the tools they need to succeed. Next, we'll use them to create mini writing journals as we explore the changing seasons!","fullyFundedDate":1757423424721,"projectUrl":"project/paper-for-purposeful-learning/9512310/","projectTitle":"Paper for Purposeful Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elizondo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3675614_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468456863254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/yesenia-elizondo"},{"teacherId":5892264,"projectId":9264224,"letterContent":"Engaging Learning With Numbers and Letters\" has had a transformative impact on our kindergarten classroom. This project has not only enriched our learning environment but has also significantly improved student engagement, foundational skill development, and overall classroom dynamics.\r\n\r\nThe variety of learning tools and activities introduced through this project has allowed for better differentiation. Students at different developmental levels can engage with the content in ways that suit their learning needs, making the classroom more inclusive and supportive of individual growth.\r\n\r\nAs children successfully interact with letters and numbers in creative ways, their confidence has grown. They're more eager to participate, ask questions, and try new challenges, which fosters a positive attitude toward learning.\r\n\r\nOverall, the \"Engaging Learning With Numbers and Letters\" project has made our kindergarten classroom a more dynamic, joyful, and effective place for early learning. It has laid a strong foundation for academic success while nurturing a lifelong love of learning in our young students.","fullyFundedDate":1752258612844,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-learning-with-numbers-and-lette/9264224/","projectTitle":"Engaging Learning With Numbers and Letters","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5892264_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658716252899","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5892264"},{"teacherId":5213532,"projectId":9287074,"letterContent":"Having a calm mind and regulated emotions is tough for young students. This project has slowed students to move, regulate and calm while engaging in activities that are fun. Students look forward to our mediation and what we call shade time. They are learning techniques that allow them to make informed decisions, be more focused and ways to calm when life gets tough. Family's have mentioned how their student is sharing these activities at home I thank you for helping make a difference for these young students.","fullyFundedDate":1747520746478,"projectUrl":"project/zen-classroom-yoga-and-mindfulness-for/9287074/","projectTitle":"Zen Classroom: Yoga and Mindfulness for Better Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kelley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5213532_orig.jpg?crop=540,540,x0,y318&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649620859130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5213532"},{"teacherId":3675614,"projectId":9495763,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project! The laminating pouches have been such a blessing in our classroom. By laminating literacy games, word cards, and center activities, my students can reuse materials daily without them wearing out. This has allowed me to create lasting resources that keep learning hands-on, interactive, and engaging.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is getting to use dry-erase markers on the laminated materials. They love writing, erasing, and trying again, it makes practice feel like a game. Some of my reluctant writers have especially warmed up to this, gaining confidence because they know they can \"fix it\" easily. Thanks to your generosity, these tools will support student learning for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1753644822738,"projectUrl":"project/lasting-literacy-with-laminating-love/9495763/","projectTitle":"Lasting Literacy With Laminating Love","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elizondo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3675614_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468456863254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/yesenia-elizondo"},{"teacherId":3675614,"projectId":9483989,"letterContent":"We've been using the phoneme mirrors and magnetic alphabet chips during small groups to connect sounds to letters. A favorite moment was watching students look in their mirrors, practice mouth movements, then use chips to build the matching word, it made the learning click! Their faces lit up when they first saw the materials, and they were eager to try them right away.\r\n\r\nOur next step is blending sounds to read simple CVC words with confidence. These tools make practice hands-on and fun, giving my students the support they need to grow as readers every day.","fullyFundedDate":1753382545416,"projectUrl":"project/watch-us-grow-building-literacy-from-so/9483989/","projectTitle":"Watch Us Grow: Building Literacy from Sound to Word","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elizondo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3675614_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468456863254","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/yesenia-elizondo"},{"teacherId":3675614,"projectId":9495761,"letterContent":"The new technology has transformed our centers by making learning interactive and hands-on. My students use it to practice letters, numbers, and problem-solving in ways that feel like games, keeping them engaged and eager to learn. It allows me to reinforce skills in a fun, meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is the colorful, touch-based activities. They love seeing instant feedback! 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