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In Language Arts, the costumes will enhance reader's theater, writing projects, and presentations by encouraging creativity, confidence, and expressive communication.\r\n\r\nThe impact goes far beyond fun. Dressing the part helps students make meaningful connections to content, improves retention, and motivates even reluctant learners to participate. It also supports collaboration, speaking skills, and critical thinking—skills that are essential far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create memorable learning moments that my students will talk about long after the lesson ends. Thank you for investing in their curiosity, confidence, and love of learning. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1766247817100,"projectUrl":"project/help-social-studies-come-alive/9826126/","projectTitle":"Help Social Studies Come Alive!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sorensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3414068_orig.jpg?crop=204,204,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746480440349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3414068"},{"teacherId":1739462,"projectId":9963108,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the handheld microscopes! We can't wait to use these handheld \"magic\" tools to explore the world up close. They will spark our curiosity and help us discover amazing new details in science. They even came with a few slides for us to start our exploration. \r\n\r\nYour continued support makes learning exciting and hands-on in our classroom. Thank you for making a real difference and making science come alive right in our very own classroom. \r\n\r\nThank you for your wonderful support to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1767205926102,"projectUrl":"project/microscopes-for-curiosity/9963108/","projectTitle":"Microscopes for Curiosity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Diede","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1739462_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472703765559","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-diede"},{"teacherId":1739462,"projectId":9963050,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! With your support, our classroom now has wonderful drawing paper and awesome paint pallets to create many art projects. We love doing art projects that help each student shine in their own way.\r\n\r\nWe are extremely grateful for the marvelous microscopes to help us in science. The microscopes spark our curiosity and make science engaging and exciting. \r\n\r\nYour kindness helps us learn in creative, hands-on ways. Thank you for believing in us and making a real difference!","fullyFundedDate":1766526206136,"projectUrl":"project/science-math-and-art-oh-my/9963050/","projectTitle":"Science, Math, and Art Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Diede","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1739462_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472703765559","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-diede"},{"teacherId":1739462,"projectId":9869498,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the gift that you gave us so that we can turn around and show love and gratitude to those around us. You have given us the chance to reach out in kindness with a little gift and a kind note to others. \r\n\r\nYour generosity helps us learn from planting a seed and watching it grow, reading about Lewis and Clark, and celebrating Christmas using the wrapping paper to help us wrap our gifts. \r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and for helping us grow in gratitude for what we have.\r\nYou are amazing!","fullyFundedDate":1764704608014,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-grow-joy-and-creativity/9869498/","projectTitle":"Help Us Grow Joy and Creativity.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Diede","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1739462_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472703765559","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-diede"},{"teacherId":3763236,"projectId":9896470,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! Because of your support, my students now have access to magnetic cubes, magnetic marbles and wands, a basketball attachment, and a new pencil sharpener.\r\n\r\nThese resources are already making a difference. The magnetic cubes are helping students visualize and understand volume by building and exploring concepts hands-on as well as providing building experiences during inside recess times. The magnetic marbles and wands will bring our science lessons to life, making learning about magnetism interactive and exciting.\r\nThe basketball attachment is encouraging movement and teamwork, as we review academic concepts, and the pencil sharpener keeps us prepared and minimizes disruptions, ensuring students can focus on learning.\r\nYour generosity has created a more engaging and effective classroom, and my students are excited to learn every day. Thank you for making such a positive impact!","fullyFundedDate":1763563644465,"projectUrl":"project/building-minds-and-movement/9896470/","projectTitle":"Building Minds and Movement","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Staheli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3763236_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472737412545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsstaheli"},{"teacherId":1739462,"projectId":9778058,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our classroom project to get magnetic blocks for math purposes and more. We use these blocks to find the volume of rectangular prisms and move to composite figures. Having these blocks excites the students as they get to have a hands-on math lesson to help solidify their learning tasks. The blocks also help students to see real world math as they use these blocks as tools. \r\n\r\nThese blocks work amazingly well. They are durable and can be used for years to come. Thank you for helping our classroom grow.","fullyFundedDate":1761917774592,"projectUrl":"project/stem-engineering-with-magnetic-blocks/9778058/","projectTitle":"Stem Engineering With Magnetic Blocks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Diede","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1739462_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472703765559","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-diede"},{"teacherId":3414068,"projectId":9417151,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for the grant awarded to my classroom for the purchase of math manipulatives. This generous contribution has had a profound impact on my students' learning experience, and I am thrilled to share with you the exciting ways in which we are utilizing these resources.\r\nMy students are enthusiastically using the new math manipulatives to enhance their understanding and exploration of mathematical concepts. A specific classroom project that stands out is our recent unit on fractions, where students used the manipulatives to create and compare equivalent ratios. This hands-on approach not only deepened their comprehension but also sparked a sense of curiosity and excitement about math. One memorable moment was when a student, who had previously struggled with fractions, exclaimed, \"I finally get it!\" after using the manipulatives to visualize the concept.\r\nWhen my students first saw the math manipulatives, their faces lit up with excitement and curiosity. They were eager to explore and play with the new materials, asking questions like \"What's this?\" and \"Can I try?\" The initial reaction was a mix of fascination and anticipation, setting the stage for a positive and engaging learning experience. As they began to use the manipulatives, I observed a significant increase in student participation and engagement, with even the most hesitant learners feeling motivated to join in.\r\nI would like to extend my sincerest appreciation to the donors for their support and vision in funding my math manipulatives grant. Your contribution has made a tangible difference in the lives of my students, providing them with the tools and resources necessary to succeed in math and develop a lifelong love of learning. I am grateful for the opportunity to share our story with you and look forward to continuing to update you on the progress and achievements of our students. Thank you again for your generosity and trust in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757537405094,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-strong-foundation-in-math-wit/9417151/","projectTitle":"Building a Strong Foundation in Math With Hands-On Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sorensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3414068_orig.jpg?crop=204,204,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746480440349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3414068"},{"teacherId":1739462,"projectId":9424711,"letterContent":"Thank you for the amazing stem supplies to help my students be creative using art, science and social studies. The students will be using the clay, watercolor pencils and the water tubes to help them understand difference cultures and their environments. \r\nStudents love to learn hands on and thanks to many donations and the double match of Ripple my students have thus hands on opportunity of generating creativity and knowledge. \r\n\r\nThanks again for your generous support and financial donations to make it all possible.","fullyFundedDate":1757536913433,"projectUrl":"project/communitcation-through-art/9424711/","projectTitle":"Communitcation Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Diede","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1739462_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472703765559","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-diede"},{"teacherId":7875813,"projectId":9069269,"letterContent":"I want to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on my first-grade classroom. The astronaut costumes and butterfly catcher you donated have brought science to life in ways that go far beyond what I could have imagined. Students eagerly wore the astronaut suits during our space lessons, pretending to explore the stars, planets, and galaxies. This imaginative play has sparked deep curiosity, encouraged teamwork, and made learning about space both tangible and memorable.\r\n\r\nThe butterfly catcher has also created countless hands-on learning opportunities. Students are now able to observe butterflies up close, study their patterns and behaviors, and even track their life cycles. This has fostered a sense of wonder about the natural world and strengthened their observation and scientific reasoning skills. Many students who were previously hesitant to engage with science are now confident and excited to explore and experiment.\r\n\r\nYour donations have truly transformed our classroom. The students are not just learning—they are experiencing science in a fun, interactive, and meaningful way. Thank you for making these opportunities possible and for inspiring a lifelong love of discovery in my first graders.","fullyFundedDate":1746785945904,"projectUrl":"project/miss-robisons-1st-grade-science/9069269/","projectTitle":"Miss Robison's 1st Grade Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7875813_orig.jpg?crop=2268,2268,x0,y378&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660054193872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7875813"},{"teacherId":1739462,"projectId":9314813,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of logic puzzles and brain teasers to our classroom. Your thoughtful gift will provide our students with valuable opportunities to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and perseverance.\r\n\r\nAs students engage with these puzzles, they will not only have fun but also build essential skills such as logical reasoning and creative thinking. These activities will encourage collaboration, spark curiosity, and help each child grow more confident in tackling new challenges. Your support will have a lasting impact on our learning community. Thank you for helping our brains grow!","fullyFundedDate":1750256092890,"projectUrl":"project/puzzles-for-thinking/9314813/","projectTitle":"Puzzles for Thinking","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Diede","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1739462_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472703765559","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-diede"},{"teacherId":3414068,"projectId":9275403,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contributions through DonorsChoose, which enabled our class to receive owl pellets and watercolor paper. These materials have significantly enriched our learning environment and have had a profound impact on our students' educational experiences.\r\n\r\nThe owl pellets have been an incredible resource for hands-on learning in our science curriculum. This engaging activity allowed students to become young scientists, exploring the fascinating world of owls through dissection. \r\n\r\nThe watercolor paper has been instrumental in our art projects, allowing students to express themselves creatively while learning important artistic techniques. This resource has:\r\n\r\nBoth the owl pellets and watercolor paper have made learning more interactive, engaging, and enjoyable for our students. Your generosity has not only provided essential materials but has also inspired a love for learning and creativity in our classroom. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for believing in our students' potential.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and for making a tangible difference in our educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1746480601246,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-steam-learning-with-owl-pellet/9275403/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Steam Learning with Owl Pellets","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sorensen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3414068_orig.jpg?crop=204,204,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746480440349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3414068"},{"teacherId":3763236,"projectId":9281419,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. My students and I are thrilled with our new supplies! The large easel writing pads, watercolor paper, presharpened pencils, dry erase markers, hydroponic lab, vinyl reward stickers, and mesh bags have already made a big difference in our daily learning.\r\n\r\nThe students are especially excited about the hydroponic lab and enjoy using the new art and writing materials. Your kindness has created more opportunities for creativity, exploration, and engagement in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your generosity and belief in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1746466966774,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-creativity-and-collaboration/9281419/","projectTitle":"Empowering Creativity and Collaboration in Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Staheli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3763236_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472737412545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsstaheli"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_102035","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":568,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":17,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":85,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":9,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":78.2,"schoolId":102035,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sierra Bonita Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sierra Bonita Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/utah/nebo-school-district/sierra-bonita-elementary/102035"}