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Now, instead of worrying about not having materials, my students can focus on expressing their ideas and building confidence as young authors.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be using these same materials to design visual writing supports and vocabulary charts to keep the creativity flowing. Your kindness made this possible, and our classroom feels brighter, more inspired, and full of imagination because of you. 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My students were so excited when I set up their new sensory area, and it has quickly become one of their favorite places in the classroom. I've already noticed a decrease in challenging behaviors, as the students now have a safe and calming space to use when they feel overwhelmed or overstimulated. They even ask for it when they need a break, which shows they are learning to recognize and manage their own emotions. This has not only supported their growth but has also made my job easier, allowing me to focus more on teaching and less on managing behaviors.","fullyFundedDate":1746785997875,"projectUrl":"project/autism-sensory-project/9143839/","projectTitle":"Autism Sensory Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9888990"},{"teacherId":7375025,"projectId":8480724,"letterContent":"Your gift of supplies helped ease the end of our year. We were able to finish strong without the lack of supplies hindering us from completing tasks.\r\n\r\nThe smiles on the faces of the students when they could grab another glue stick when theirs ran out was priceless. In 2nd grade glue sticks and Kleenex tissues are staple supplies. \r\nAlthough the supplies were not for my use it helped me by alleviating the stress of seeking other ways to retrieve the supplies we need. Your gift it more than tangible. It has allowed our tiny humans to see the kindness in the world. Hopefully one day they will reciprocate the same as you did.\r\n\r\nThank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1731523601740,"projectUrl":"project/the-simple-bare-necessities-of-learnin/8480724/","projectTitle":"The \"Simple Bare Necessities\" of Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7375025_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757886931000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7375025"},{"teacherId":9887446,"projectId":9030886,"letterContent":"I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for supporting my classroom and students. All donors have played a huge part in building a learning environment with movement and fun. The materials were a huge success. The students were actively engaged in \"moving and grooving. \" This project was inspired by the knowledge gained through working and collaborating with our district occupation and physical therapists. My students gained strength and confidence in their physical abilities. \r\nYour donation to support the grant to purchase the balance beam, physical mat, and stepping stones, my students are able to move and build their core strength that is needed for the simple task of sitting in a classroom to learn. \r\nThank you for your support in fulfilling the needs of our students. \r\nWarmest regards, \r\nMrs. Anitra Pena","fullyFundedDate":1739371110187,"projectUrl":"project/moving-and-grooving/9030886/","projectTitle":"Moving and Grooving","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9887446_orig.jpg?crop=1008,1008,x527,y496&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736184294290","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9887446"},{"teacherId":6598523,"projectId":8828405,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students and I have been blessed abundantly! 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