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Thank you so much, and please know that you are making a difference in my classroom EVERY DAY through your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1764685973454,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-breakfast-for-my-exceptional/9562136/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Breakfast for My Exceptional Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leah Gorrell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2153689_orig.jpg?crop=3172,3172,x0,y222&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693160725932","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2153689"},{"teacherId":5778223,"projectId":10004195,"letterContent":"Thank you kindly for your generous donations to support my students in becoming better writers. With the table caddies, they can keep their writing materials and table supplies neat and organized so that everyone has access to the things they need to develop stories with graphics from their imaginations. Students have enjoyed illustrating their stories and having easy access to the materials they need to develop their stories and illustrations. \r\n\r\nStudents have been able to be more creative and productive during ELA instruction.","fullyFundedDate":1771750610398,"projectUrl":"project/creative-writing/10004195/","projectTitle":"Creative Writing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kisa Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5778223_orig.jpg?crop=3411,3410,x0,y363&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748452215177","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kisa-walker"},{"teacherId":5778223,"projectId":9561921,"letterContent":"Students have greatly benefited from having mice that they can use to learn how to navigate different aspects of working with computers. Headphones that can be plugged in have also supported student learning by allowing students to hear the prompts and instructions or even stories that are read to them. This supports student engagement and productivity. This also supports students in remaining focused on a task, as their peers are not disrupted by the increased sounds and stimulation in the classroom from multiple students listening to different instructions or stories at the same time.","fullyFundedDate":1764789102084,"projectUrl":"project/digital-literacy-and-sensory-support/9561921/","projectTitle":"Digital Literacy and Sensory Support","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kisa Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5778223_orig.jpg?crop=3411,3410,x0,y363&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748452215177","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kisa-walker"},{"teacherId":9818279,"projectId":9711611,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! We have been able to give more students sensory tools to help them stay in class! Right as the headphones arrived we were able to give them to students who were struggling to focus in their class because of the unavoidable noise level. We were also able to provide some more students with chewy necklaces and bracelets to help them get the needed oral motor proprioception while they are working on learning new things in difficult subjects. Your donation is helping us serve our neurodiverse population at Spectrum Academy Intermediate School.","fullyFundedDate":1764912592752,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-supplies-for-the-classroom/9711611/","projectTitle":"Sensory Supplies for the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. OT","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9818279"},{"teacherId":9818279,"projectId":9382996,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! We have been able to use what you donated right when we got the delivery! We didn't have enough noise canceling headphones this year so we were able to send them out to students who were on our waitlist right away. We have also been able to give more students chewy necklaces which is such a good tool for regulation! \r\n\r\nDuring individual occupational therapy sessions we have been able to use the erasable pens and have found more students who would benefit from using a pen instead of a pencil. One student we have doesn't like the feeling of pressure on his hand when writing. He writes very lightly, which makes his work extremely hard to read. We were able to try giving him an erasable pen from your donation and it has really helped him! His writing is now darker and more legible. \r\n\r\nAs we are getting into cold and flu season we will also be using the sanitizing wipes to help reduce sickness from being spread in the OT room. Thank you again for your donation! It has been very helpful for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1757632524422,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-restock-our-supply-of-sensory-to/9382996/","projectTitle":"Help Us Restock Our Supply of Sensory Tools!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. OT","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9818279"},{"teacherId":9374265,"projectId":8590107,"letterContent":"The presence of everyday supplies like crayons, paper, markers, and colored pencils has been transformative for my fifth-grade classroom. These simple yet essential tools have empowered my students to express their creativity, explore new ideas, and engage more deeply in their learning. Whether they're sketching diagrams in science, illustrating stories in writing assignments, or adding color to projects that bring concepts to life, these supplies have made learning more interactive and enjoyable. Beyond academics, they've fostered collaboration, confidence, and a sense of pride in their work—helping my students develop not only artistic skills but also critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. The ability to bring imagination into their lessons has made a profound difference in their excitement for learning every day","fullyFundedDate":1733278929377,"projectUrl":"project/everyday-supplies-for-all/8590107/","projectTitle":"Everyday Supplies for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jessica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9374265"},{"teacherId":4350602,"projectId":8001046,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom! As a charter school that serves students on the autism spectrum and others who benefit from a highly individualized learning environment, every resource you help provide makes a direct impact. The wipes have been incredibly helpful in keeping our classroom clean and promoting healthy habits—our students take pride in wiping down their workspaces and keeping shared areas tidy. This has given them a sense of responsibility and ownership over their environment. The colored paper has added excitement and engagement to our daily work; it helps assignments stand out visually and allows students to express creativity in a way that feels safe and accessible.\r\n\r\nThe new paper sorting tray has been a game changer for our classroom organization. It helps students find exactly what they need with minimal confusion, which is especially important for our learners who thrive on structure and predictability. Some students, in particular, who love organizing and sorting, have become the class \"paper helper\"—making sure each color is in its place and proudly assisting classmates in finding the paper they need. Thanks to your support, our students can focus more on learning and less on navigating distractions. Your donation truly supports our mission of helping every student reach their fullest potential. Thank you again for making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1709401526859,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-help-us-hear-and-write-1/8001046/","projectTitle":"Headphones Help Us Hear and Write! #1","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4350602_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506195985099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/julie-perry"},{"teacherId":4350602,"projectId":8968533,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our students now have access to essential hygiene items that support both their health and confidence. In our special education classroom, many of our students have sensory sensitivities or unique needs that make hygiene routines especially important. With your help, we've created a Hygiene Station stocked with deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, feminine products, dry shampoo, and body wipes—items that students can discreetly access when needed. This has empowered them to take more ownership over their personal care, which is a key life skill we're working to develop.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the Hygiene Station, their reactions ranged from excitement to quiet relief. It's opened the door to honest conversations about hygiene, self-care, and responsibility in a supportive environment. Our next step is to continue to incorporate hygiene topics into our social skills lessons. Students will participate in role-plays, visual schedules, and task analyses to reinforce routines. Your support has gone beyond providing supplies—it's helped create a space where students feel safe, respected, and prepared for real-world independence. Thank you for making a meaningful difference!","fullyFundedDate":1735680574553,"projectUrl":"project/hygiene-heroes-supplies-for-success/8968533/","projectTitle":"Hygiene Heroes: Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4350602_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506195985099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/julie-perry"},{"teacherId":9374265,"projectId":8049295,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for the generous donation of cleaning supplies that has had a profound impact on my students. A clean and hygienic learning environment is essential for their well-being, focus, and overall success, and these supplies have ensured that they can thrive in a space free from distractions caused by mess or illness. The simple act of having disinfectants, wipes, and other essentials readily available has not only kept our classroom spotless but has also reinforced the importance of health and responsibility among my students.\r\nBeyond maintaining cleanliness, these supplies have contributed to a positive and welcoming atmosphere where students feel comfortable and cared for. Their confidence in coming to school without concerns about germs or clutter has fostered a greater enthusiasm for learning and participation. Your generosity has made a real difference in their daily experience, and for that, I am truly grateful. 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