Past projects 5
A MacBook for a Brighter Future
Funded Sep 18, 2024I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible donation of a MacBook to our classroom. As a second-grade teacher, I am constantly striving to provide the best learning experience for my students, and your generous gift has significantly enhanced my ability to do so.
This MacBook has become an essential tool in my teaching practice, enabling me to create engaging and interactive lesson plans, presentations, and resources that reach all of my learners. Technology plays such a vital role in education today, and having access to a high-quality device like this has made a world of difference not only for me as a teacher but also for my students as they engage with the materials I prepare.
One of the key ways I use the MacBook is to create lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs of my students. In a second-grade classroom, students come with different learning styles and levels of understanding. With this MacBook, I can design lessons that incorporate visual, auditory, and interactive elements, ensuring that all students are engaged and can learn in a way that suits them best. For example, I am able to quickly access and organize digital resources, from educational videos to interactive activities, which help reinforce concepts in subjects like math, reading, and science.
Additionally, the MacBook has allowed me to design PowerPoint presentations that bring lessons to life. These presentations have become a regular part of our classroom experience, helping to guide students through lessons in a clear and visually stimulating way. Whether it's using colorful slides to explain place value in math or incorporating images and videos to enhance reading comprehension, the PowerPoints I create make learning more interactive and fun for my students. Many of my students are visual learners, and these presentations have been a great way to engage them in the material.
Thank you once again for your incredible donation. It has truly made a difference, and I look forward to continuing to use this amazing tool to support my students' education.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Williams
This classroom project was brought to life by The DonorsChoose Community & an Anonymous Partner and one other donor.Classroom Needs for 2024/2025
Funded Sep 12, 2024I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation to our second-grade classroom. Your support has made a remarkable difference in our learning environment, and I wanted to take the time to share how much your contribution has meant to my students and me.
In a classroom, supplies are not just tools, but bridges to creativity, learning, and emotional growth. Thanks to your kindness, my students have been able to access essential materials like crayons, pencils, and social-emotional learning (SEL) tools. Each of these items plays a unique and significant role in fostering not only academic skills but also self-expression and emotional development.
The crayons you donated, for example, have opened up a world of creativity for my students. During our art projects, students have used these crayons to bring their imaginations to life. It's been a joy to see them experiment with color, confidently expressing their ideas and emotions through drawing. For many of my students, art is not only an outlet for creativity but also a way to process feelings and tell stories they may not have the words for. Something as simple as a box of crayons has empowered them to share a part of themselves that they might otherwise keep hidden.
The pencils you provided have been invaluable as well. In our second-grade classroom, we are learning to write and explore the world of numbers. These pencils have been put to good use during everything from daily journal entries to math practice. Each pencil stroke represents progress—whether it's working on a tricky math problem or crafting a personal narrative. These moments of writing and problem-solving are crucial for developing both literacy and critical thinking skills. Thanks to your donation, my students have the tools they need to fully engage in these important activities.
Your donation of SEL tools has also been transformative. In addition to academic learning, my students are also working hard to understand and manage their emotions, build strong relationships, and make responsible decisions. The SEL tools have become an essential part of our daily routine. Whether it's practicing mindfulness with breathing exercises or using conversation prompts to better communicate with peers, these tools have helped create a classroom environment where students feel safe and supported in their emotional growth. They are learning how to calm themselves during moments of frustration, express empathy toward their classmates, and resolve conflicts peacefully.
It's important to recognize that each of these materials does more than just serve a practical purpose. They create a space where my students feel empowered to learn, create, and grow. Your generosity has provided them with not only the supplies they need but also the message that they are valued and supported by the community.
On behalf of my entire class, thank you for believing in us. Your donation has had an incredible impact on the day-to-day lives of my students. I can't express how much we appreciate the thoughtfulness behind your gift, and how truly grateful we are to have donors like you supporting our classroom. Because of you, my students are better equipped to succeed, both academically and emotionally, and that is something we will carry with us throughout the school year and beyond.
Thank you once again for your kindness and for investing in the future of our young learners.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Williams
Academic Journey
Funded May 12, 2024wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks for providing me with the Microsoft Surface Pro. With its interactive screen, I was able to engage my students in a way that transformed our assessments into a dynamic learning experience. The ability to test them in such an interactive manner has truly made a difference in understanding where each student stands in their learning journey. It has been invaluable in helping me tailor my instruction to meet their individual needs more effectively.
I am deeply grateful for this tool and the opportunity it provides to enhance my teaching. Your support has directly impacted my students' growth and learning, and for that, I am sincerely
appreciative. Thank you again for this generous gift—it has been a game-changer in my classroom.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Williams
This classroom project was brought to life by Young Sheldon on CBS and one other donor.In Dire Need of a Printer
Funded Nov 15, 2021Thank you for wanting the best for our scholars. Thank you for this donation! With this printer, I am able to provide my scholars with 21st century pedagogy. With this printer, I am able to help my students make connections. Pre/k is the foundation of school and this is where they learn organization and order. I am able to print labels and tasks for their centers. Labels provide visual cues to the location of items throughout your classroom. While most students are able to ask about the location of an item, some students might need additional help. Pre-k is my students first real exposure to school. Being able to print allows my students to build literacy competency. Not only do I print words, but pictures. A print-rich environment can boost literacy, and labeling the classroom can help children to associate words with a real object. If a child can name an object verbally, then they can automatically "read" the word labeled on an object. I am truly grateful for this kind gesture and my students and I thank you for your blessing!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Williams
This classroom project was brought to life by Valhalla Foundation.Students in Need of Technology Supplies
Funded May 3, 2021We are so grateful that we now have the opportunity to integrate technology into her learning. Our students are 21st century learners, so giving them the chance to incorporate technology helps them to prepare for their future! We are so grateful and appreciative of this gesture!
Our students are using the surface pros as a technology center. Our school is a title 1 school and the computers we have does not work, so since September students have not had the chance to use a computer! Now we have the chance to use technology as a part of our everyday learning! Please, from the bottom of our hearts we thank you! The students are so excited for this new addition to our classroom! I have students who have not had access to technology so this is beneficial to the students as there are limited tech resource. They are able to be 21st century learners and be prepared for their future as leaders. Again, we express our thankfulness!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Williams
This classroom project was brought to life by Ford Drive 4 UR School and 2 other donors.