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Thank you for helping us create a safe and welcoming place for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1764650465306,"projectUrl":"project/germs-are-not-our-friends/9830074/","projectTitle":"Germs Are Not Our Friends","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Daniel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10043655_orig.png?crop=147,147,x0,y73&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748191776262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10043655"},{"teacherId":9027930,"projectId":9981097,"letterContent":"On behalf of our Pre-K students and teachers, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of Play-Doh. Your kindness and support mean so much to our classroom.\r\n\r\nPlay-Doh is more than just a fun activity for our young learners. It helps our Pre-K students develop important skills such as fine motor strength, creativity, imagination, and early problem-solving. 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The mini erasers are also a fun and useful tool that helps keep our boards clean and ready for the next lesson as well as using them for fine motor games and practice! Because of your generosity, our students will have the materials they need to stay engaged and actively participate in their learning.\r\n\r\nYour support makes a meaningful difference in our classrooms. Donations like yours help create a positive and well-equipped learning environment where students can focus on learning, growing, and achieving their goals.","fullyFundedDate":1770505541237,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics/10076697/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pinilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9027930_orig.png?crop=384,384,x24,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684680013498","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9027930"},{"teacherId":9027930,"projectId":10054361,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students we would like to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation of flash cards. Your thoughtful contribution will play an important role in supporting our students' learning and academic development.\r\n\r\nFlash cards are a valuable educational tool that help students strengthen important skills such as reading, vocabulary, math facts, and memory. Because of your generosity, our students will have additional opportunities to practice, review, and build confidence in their learning both inside and outside the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create a positive learning environment and ensures that students have the resources they need to succeed. Donations like yours not only provide helpful materials but also show our students that their community cares about their education and future.","fullyFundedDate":1770391397745,"projectUrl":"project/flip-think-learn-with-flashcards/10054361/","projectTitle":"Flip, Think, Learn with Flashcards!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pinilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9027930_orig.png?crop=384,384,x24,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684680013498","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9027930"},{"teacherId":9027930,"projectId":10089016,"letterContent":"I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of school supplies. Your kindness and willingness to support our school community truly make a meaningful difference.\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your generosity and for taking the time to invest in the future of our students. Your support helps create a positive learning environment where every student has the chance to grow, learn, and reach their goals. Thank you once again for your compassion and commitment to supporting education. We truly appreciate your partnership and the impact you have made in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1771060744144,"projectUrl":"project/everyday-essentials-refresh/10089016/","projectTitle":"Everyday Essentials Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pinilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9027930_orig.png?crop=384,384,x24,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684680013498","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9027930"},{"teacherId":4931578,"projectId":9834936,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our school! Your donation to the \"Student Care Cart\" is doing so much more than simply providing snacks - it is providing students with the fuel they need to succeed. \r\n\r\nEvery day, students come by my room when they need a boost to stay focused on their work. Sometimes it is a student who has arrived late to school and missed breakfast, and other times it is a student who needs an afternoon pick-me-up to finish the day strong. Your gift ensures none of our students has to learn while being hungry.\r\n\r\nIt is inspiring to see people like you invest in our students' futures in such a practical, immediate way. Our students are amazing and they appreciate knowing the greater community cares about their well-being. Thank you for helping making our school a more supportive place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1762874872485,"projectUrl":"project/student-care-cart-refresh/9834936/","projectTitle":"Student Care Cart Refresh!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mickish","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4931578_orig.jpg?crop=3647,3647,x911,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760561679914","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4931578"},{"teacherId":8357512,"projectId":10041933,"letterContent":"Our classroom has transformed into a hands-on exploration lab! The sand and water table quickly became the center of discovery. During our \"Building\" unit, students used the foam bricks to design buildings while their classmates transported materials using the wooden train set. Students worked together to create a small town, problem-solving and communicating like real engineers.\r\n\r\nAt our sensory table, students scoop rainbow rice and colored sand using the wooden tools to practice measuring, pouring, and fine motor control. We also use the light-up tracing center daily for letter formation practice. Watching a child trace the first letter of their name independently, and then smile with pride, is such a powerful moment!!\r\n\r\nThe dot markers and flower garden building set have sparked creativity during center time, while HyperTiles encourage spatial reasoning and teamwork. Every material is hands-on, purposeful, and aligned to early literacy, math, STEM, and social-emotional learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials were introduced, the excitement was immediate. There were audible gasps when the sand and water table was rolled in! Students yelled \"WOW!\" and eagerly gathered around, asking, \"Is that for us?\" and \"Who gave these to us?!\" and \"We get to play with that!?\"\r\n\r\nBecause of our donors, our classroom is filled with exploration, creativity, and meaningful learning experiences every single day. 💛","fullyFundedDate":1769102061447,"projectUrl":"project/learning-tools-for-pre-k-students/10041933/","projectTitle":"Learning Tools for Pre-K Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Behrman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8357512_orig.jpg?crop=2703,2703,x0,y126&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655951919827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8357512"},{"teacherId":10105951,"projectId":9641157,"letterContent":"Your generosity has transformed our classroom into a sanctuary of discovery, and my students are already reaping the benefits of the environment you helped cultivate. As a new special education teacher, my goal was to build an active learning space specifically tailored for my medically fragile and non-verbal students. Thanks to your support, that vision is now a reality. Each day, these children are engaging with foundational skills through a rich, sensory-based approach that meets them exactly where they are, providing a safe and stimulating world where joy and growth go hand-in-hand.\r\n\r\nThe items you provided, from the hand bells and floor seats to the tactile fidgets and books, are far more than just classroom supplies; they are vital tools for connection. These resources allow my students to explore cause and effect, manage their sensory input, and interact with their surroundings in meaningful ways that bypass physical or verbal barriers. Your contribution has not only filled our shelves but has also empowered these incredible learners to experience the thrill of discovery and the dignity of being understood.","fullyFundedDate":1757356533866,"projectUrl":"project/alc-special-education-science/9641157/","projectTitle":"ALC Special Education Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10105951_orig.jpg?crop=896,896,x343,y476&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754025607458","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10105951"},{"teacherId":10105951,"projectId":9741203,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for stepping up to help me support these incredible kids. As a new special education teacher, I've dreamed of building a space that truly \"speaks\" to my students, and seeing their faces light up every time a new package arrives has been the highlight of my year. For my students, many of whom are medically fragile or non-ambulatory, the world can sometimes feel small. Your kindness has cracked that worldwide open, giving them a safe, vibrant place where they can simply be kids while they learn and grow.\r\n\r\nIt's been so moving to watch them interact with the items you've provided. Whether it's the calming glow of the bubble tank, the cozy magic of the sensory tent, or the comfort of the new cot and room panels, these aren't just \"things\" to us. They are the tools that help a non-verbal child express curiosity and a non-ambulatory student experience a new sensation. You've given my students a way to explore cause-and-effect and connect with the world on their own terms, and we are all so beyond excited to see where this journey of discovery takes us next.","fullyFundedDate":1765909985305,"projectUrl":"project/special-education-comfortability/9741203/","projectTitle":"Special Education Comfortability","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10105951_orig.jpg?crop=896,896,x343,y476&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754025607458","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10105951"},{"teacherId":9581684,"projectId":9960611,"letterContent":"Being able to print things is color has had an AMAZING impact on activities we can produce in centers and use for lessons and small groups. We were able to create a class book and make some math mats for counting! I look forward to all the things we are able to create throughout the rest of the school year and the impact it will have on student achievement.\r\n\r\nWhen items are printed in color, students are more excited about the activity and this increases engagement. When we see an increase in engagement, we get to also see academic as well as social emotional growth.\r\n\r\nSo THANK YOU! There was a need and you filled it. Because of you we have the necessary materials to continue in our growth goals, while engaging in purposeful, planned and playful activities!","fullyFundedDate":1767647063116,"projectUrl":"project/printing-pickle-if-you-will/9960611/","projectTitle":"Printing Pickle if You will...","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kennedy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9581684"},{"teacherId":9027930,"projectId":9981266,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our zoo items for the Pre-K students! Because of your kindness, our classroom will be able to transform into an exciting, hands-on learning environment where children can explore animals, habitats, and imaginative play. \r\nThe students are going to be thrilled to use the zoo materials during lessons and free play. Your support helps spark curiosity, build vocabulary, and make learning fun and meaningful for our youngest learners.\r\nWe truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and generosity. Thank you for helping make our classroom a special place to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1768491920425,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-the-wild-side/9981266/","projectTitle":"Exploring the Wild Side!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pinilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9027930_orig.png?crop=384,384,x24,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684680013498","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9027930"},{"teacherId":9027930,"projectId":10062896,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating scarves and mittens to our classroom! Your generosity keeps our Pre-K students warm and comfortable, allowing them to fully enjoy outdoor play and learning activities. Your kindness not only provides cozy gear but also shows our little learners how caring and thoughtful people can make a difference. We are so grateful for your support and for helping make our classroom a brighter, warmer place! Our school family will enjoy learning inside with their new materials and using these same materials outside as well!","fullyFundedDate":1769701489753,"projectUrl":"project/scarves-smiles-snowmen/10062896/","projectTitle":"Scarves, Smiles & Snowmen!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pinilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9027930_orig.png?crop=384,384,x24,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684680013498","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9027930"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_15021","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":552,"numTeachers":47,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":58,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":25,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"11.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":64.1,"schoolId":15021,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Forest Lane Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Forest Lane Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/texas/richardson-independent-school-district/forest-lane-academy/15021"}