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The puzzle and dominoes are going to be an awesome tool for rotation work to give more interactive independent tasks.","fullyFundedDate":1787188624107,"projectUrl":"project/fraction-fun/10481486/","projectTitle":"Fraction Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Innella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6549078_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656591085475","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-innella"},{"teacherId":6549078,"projectId":10356260,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and helping to get these items into my classroom for student use! School basics like glue, scissors, and highlighters are always super helpful! The ink has come in very handy as our class printer is used for a bunch of things. The laundry bag has been a very durable way to store our recess materials and transport them inside and outside. \r\nThe incentive cards have been a great way to acknowledge students who are doing great things! It's a great way to have a home-school connection for positive behaviors and actions.","fullyFundedDate":1785513534515,"projectUrl":"project/ready-for-2026-2027/10356260/","projectTitle":"Ready for 2026-2027!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Innella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6549078_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656591085475","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-innella"},{"teacherId":9286814,"projectId":10649758,"letterContent":"I want to personally thank you again for your generosity. My students are beyond excited to be using these materials. The anticipation on their faces when the boxes arrived was incredible. They eagerly watched me open the boxes and put the stools together. As soon as I was done, they couldn't wait to use them. I can pull students in small groups and students are constantly moving to the front of the room to sit on them to take notes. It truly has made a difference in learning. \r\n\r\nThe lights and chair bands have really helped keep students on track and organized. They love the fact that they can have different colored lights to choose from too. \r\nAgain, I'm am so grateful for people like you that are willing to help our future learn!","fullyFundedDate":1789559504713,"projectUrl":"project/organized-and-energized/10649758/","projectTitle":"Organized and Energized!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Howland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9286814"},{"teacherId":4081238,"projectId":10365328,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our new pom-poms for the high school JV cheer team! Because of your generosity, our athletes were able to proudly use these brand-new, high-quality resources during both our home and away games, bringing an entirely new level of energy and spirit to our school community.\r\nWhen the girls first saw the materials arrive, their reaction was unforgettable—they were absolutely thrilled. Seeing a box filled with professional, shiny new gear made them feel incredibly special, recognized, and cared for. For many of our JV athletes, this was the first time they felt they had the exact same standard of resources as varsity programs, which completely boosted their confidence before stepping onto the field.\r\nWe immediately put the pom-poms to use to elevate our game-day performances. A specific, memorable moment happened during our first major away game. Walking into an opponent's stadium can be intimidating for a junior varsity team, but as our athletes lined up for the pre-game tunnel with their matching, vibrant pom-poms, you could see their posture change. They stood taller, cheered louder, and executed their halftime routine with a unified precision that caught everyone's attention. It truly brought the team together and made them feel like a cohesive unit.\r\nOur next steps are focused on sustainability and stewardship to ensure these materials benefit future JV cheerleaders. We are teaching the current squad how to properly clean, fluff, and store the pom-poms in dedicated gear bags after every single use. By building this routine into our post-game responsibilities, our students are learning accountability while preserving the equipment so it remains in pristine condition for the next generation of cheerleaders who join our program.\r\nThank you for investing in our students' confidence, team spirit, and high school memories!","fullyFundedDate":1783970582066,"projectUrl":"project/pom-poms/10365328/","projectTitle":"Pom Poms","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4081238_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724107490444","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4081238"},{"teacherId":4081238,"projectId":10307145,"letterContent":"Your generous donation of Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards has completely transformed our 3rd-grade classroom! The interactive notebooks and engaging math Google Slides purchased with these funds have brought abstract concepts—like multiplication, fractions, and estimation—to life for my students.\r\nThis technology helps students learn by turning passive listening into active, hands-on participation. They are incredibly excited to physically build their geography and science notebooks and manipulate digital elements during our math lessons. This tactile approach keeps them deeply engaged and makes complex problem-solving highly accessible.\r\nSeveral students who previously struggled with traditional lectures have especially warmed to this new setup. The clear visual layouts and interactive components have boosted their confidence, allowing them to tackle tough 3rd-grade skills with enthusiasm. Thank you for providing the creative tools necessary to build a vibrant, inclusive, and joyful learning environment for every child in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1783343252193,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-saves-the-day/10307145/","projectTitle":"TPT Saves the Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4081238_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724107490444","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4081238"},{"teacherId":2423147,"projectId":10099708,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously supporting my project to purchase a new rug for my classroom. My students absolutely love it! Last year's group especially enjoyed the rug, which replaced a well-worn classroom carpet that was falling apart. It has truly brightened up our classroom, and students appreciate having designated spaces to sit during whole-group activities.\r\n\r\nThe new carpet continues to be such a central part of our classroom. Students gather on the rug for morning meeting and instruction, and many also love having a comfortable spot to complete independent work. The carpet has helped make our classroom feel like a welcoming, comfortable space where students can learn together.","fullyFundedDate":1778024775887,"projectUrl":"project/the-heart-of-our-classroom-a-new-meetin/10099708/","projectTitle":"The Heart of Our Classroom: a New Meeting Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Burnette","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2423147_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470156677838","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kasey-hutson"},{"teacherId":6549078,"projectId":10355369,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping this project get materials in my students hands! The folders help us make much better use of our time. There are no lost papers and our glue supply lasts so much longer since we are not constantly gluing pages into notebooks. The students' notes are organized and remain in the order that we cover the material making learning run much smoother. The folders have also been very helpful for when students are absent as I have had parents inquire what we are covering in class and they have the folders home to move onto the next pages when possible.","fullyFundedDate":1787138558543,"projectUrl":"project/folders-for-student-organization/10355369/","projectTitle":"Folders for Student Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Innella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6549078_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656591085475","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-innella"},{"teacherId":10288534,"projectId":9764474,"letterContent":"Dear donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting my project, \"From Language Learners to Readers with Scholastic News!!\" Your generosity gave my English Learners access to engaging, age-appropriate texts that helped make reading more meaningful and exciting. Scholastic News allowed us to explore real-world topics while practicing important literacy skills such as vocabulary development, reading comprehension, identifying main ideas and details, making connections, and having meaningful discussions about what we read.\r\n\r\nOne of the things I loved most was seeing my students become more confident and interested in reading. The colorful photographs, accessible text, and interesting topics helped make the articles less intimidating for students who are still developing their English skills. We were able to read together, discuss new vocabulary, answer questions, and give students opportunities to share their ideas and experiences. It was wonderful watching students who may normally hesitate to participate become excited to talk about something they had just read.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping me provide resources that make learning English engaging, relevant, and fun. Your support truly made a difference in our classroom, and I am incredibly grateful! 💜","fullyFundedDate":1760739767360,"projectUrl":"project/from-language-learners-to-readers-with-s/9764474/","projectTitle":"From Language Learners to Readers with Scholastic News!!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10288534"},{"teacherId":6549078,"projectId":10260786,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project! I was able to get a few items for end of the year activities. I've also purchased a bunch of resources that will be so helpful and useful to my students next year! I was able to take advantage of some sales that were going on, so as we get into next year, I will still have funds left to purchase things that will be needed and/or helpful as the year goes on next year.\r\n\r\nI wouldn't have been able to get these resources and activities without your generous donation. Thank you so much for supporting my students!","fullyFundedDate":1778340404246,"projectUrl":"project/teachers-pay-teachers-to-the-rescue/10260786/","projectTitle":"Teachers Pay Teachers to the Rescue!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Innella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6549078_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656591085475","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-innella"},{"teacherId":7926832,"projectId":9983218,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom science project. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to hands-on science learning materials that are helping bring our lessons to life. We have been using the new resources to explore scientific concepts through experiments, investigations, and collaborative activities. One exciting moment was watching students work together to conduct a science investigation using the new materials. Their enthusiasm and curiosity were evident as they made observations, asked questions, and shared their discoveries with one another.\r\nWhen the students first saw the new science supplies, they were thrilled and eager to get started. Many students immediately began discussing the experiments they hoped to try and the scientific questions they wanted to explore. Their excitement created an energy in the classroom that has continued throughout our lessons, making science more engaging and meaningful for everyone.\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue using these resources to deepen their understanding of scientific concepts through inquiry-based learning. They are currently working on projects that encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and real-world application of science skills. Your support has provided opportunities that would not have been possible otherwise, and we are incredibly grateful. Thank you for investing in our students and inspiring the next generation of scientists and thinkers.","fullyFundedDate":1771141971135,"projectUrl":"project/its-electric/9983218/","projectTitle":"It's Electric!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7926832_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1789250136746","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7926832"},{"teacherId":7926832,"projectId":9681487,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of classroom supplies. Your kindness and support have made a meaningful difference for our students and our classroom community.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students have access to the tools and materials they need to learn, create, and succeed each day. Supplies like these help foster a positive learning environment where students can stay engaged, feel prepared, and focus on doing their best work.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your willingness to invest in education and support our classroom. Your generosity does not go unnoticed, and it is deeply appreciated by both the students and myself.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping make our classroom a place where learning can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1757423373938,"projectUrl":"project/write-and-learn/9681487/","projectTitle":"Write and Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hoy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7926832_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1789250136746","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7926832"},{"teacherId":4081238,"projectId":9575811,"letterContent":"I am so thankful for the contribution to our classroom. As a class, we are able to gather comfortably on our new rug. Students have been playing games, reading and enjoying the cozy rug. It is large enough that multiple students can have the room to spread out. \r\n\r\n Your support makes a tangible difference in our students' daily experiences, bringing lessons to life and inspiring a love for learning. We're so grateful for your partnership in creating a wonderful educational environment for them. Thank you again for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1755052613190,"projectUrl":"project/rug-for-3rd/9575811/","projectTitle":"Rug for 3rd","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4081238_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724107490444","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4081238"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_34713","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":846,"numTeachers":45,"percentFrplEligible":73,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":35,"percentWhite":38,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":9,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":11,"gradesServed":"3 - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"18.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.3,"schoolId":34713,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Western Branch Intermediate School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Western Branch Intermediate School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/virginia/chesapeake-public-schools/western-branch-interm-school/34713"}