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• Enhancing Financial Literacy for Second Graders

  Funded Sep 23, 2024

  I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your support of our financial literacy project. Thanks to your generosity, we were able to purchase essential materials like printer ink, book bins and school stools that have made a tremendous impact in the classroom.

  The printer ink has allowed us to print engaging financial literacy worksheets and activities that help my students develop important life skills in budgeting, saving, and making smart financial choices. The book bins have kept our literacy centers organized and accessible, fostering a love of reading and learning in each child. The new stools have transformed our classroom environment, giving students flexible seating options that promote focus and collaboration during our lessons.

  Your contribution has enriched our learning space and enhanced the overall educational experience for every student. We are so thankful for your support in making this possible!”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. S. Garofalo

  This classroom project was brought to life by Charles Schwab Foundation and 3 other donors.

• Classroom Basics for my 2nd Grade Buddies

  Funded Aug 20, 2024

  I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support in funding our classroom project. Thanks to your contributions, our classroom is now equipped with essential supplies that have already made a tremendous impact on my students' learning experience.

  With the new materials, I've been able to create a more dynamic and interactive learning environment. For example, the art supplies you provided have allowed my students to express their creativity during projects, fostering a deeper connection to the lessons. The new organizational tools have helped us maintain a tidy and efficient classroom, making it easier for students to focus on their work. Additionally, the basic supplies, such as dry erase pockets and zipper pouches, have ensured that every student has what they need to participate fully in our activities, regardless of their circumstances.

  These resources have also enabled me to introduce new teaching methods and activities that engage students in a variety of ways, catering to different learning styles. It's truly heartwarming to see their excitement and enthusiasm each day as they explore and learn with the tools you've provided.

  Thank you for believing in our mission and for playing a crucial role in our classroom's success. Your kindness and generosity have made a lasting difference in the lives of these young learners, and I am deeply grateful.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. S. Garofalo

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Gates Foundation and 3 other donors.

• Teacher Made Resources for The Remainder of the School Year!

  Funded May 6, 2024

  Thank you, thank you, thank you! Words can't fully convey my deep appreciation for your generosity in supporting my classroom.

  I've already started adding a variety of resources to my cart to benefit my students. I'm discovering new and innovative materials, including math centers, spiral ELA worksheets, reference guides, social-emotional activities, and intervention tools. I've purchased and laminated activities that are visually engaging, socially and emotionally targeted, and academically motivating (check out my photos! My students are so fortunate!). I've also begun creating teacher-models for my students to use as references after lessons. Looking ahead, I hope to acquire more printable graphic organizers, as well as digital lessons and activities.

  The students at my school are such creative, curious, and inquisitive learners. While we can't unbox these resources together, I know they will value every task and activity purchased. The resources I've acquired so far promote everyday problem solving, creativity, and analytical and critical thinking skills. They are engaging and colorful, and the digital activities include interactive pieces that I know will be a huge hit with my students.

  The support from Donors Choose has been incredible; I feel so blessed that this project was funded. Especially during this time of need and growth, thank you so much!”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. S. Garofalo

  This classroom project was brought to life by General Motors and one other donor.

• Reading Tracker Success!

  Funded Dec 14, 2023

  We are thrilled beyond words to express our heartfelt gratitude for your incredible support and generous contribution to our reading tracker necklace project. Your belief in our initiative warms our hearts and reinforces our commitment to nurturing a love for reading in our amazing second-grade students.

  Your generosity is not just a financial contribution; it's an investment in the future of these young minds. With your help, we were able to create personalized reading tracker necklaces that will not only motivate our students to read but also instill a sense of accomplishment and pride in their literary journey. Your belief in our project holds immense value as it empowers us to provide the materials and resources needed to make this vision a reality.

  Moreover, your support goes beyond the necklaces themselves. You are playing a vital role in encouraging a lifelong appreciation for reading and accountability in our students. Your kindness resonates deeply, as it aligns perfectly with our goal of creating an enriched learning environment that fosters both academic and personal growth.

  We are thrilled to share that thanks to your contribution, we will also be able to enhance our classroom with a sensory/calming corner, complete with a captivating flip-bulletin board made from sequin fabric. This addition will undoubtedly create an even more inviting and engaging space for our students to explore and learn.

  Once again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for believing in our project and its potential to make a lasting impact.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. S. Garofalo

• Laminating Sheets and Color Ink for Math Games

  Funded Dec 12, 2023

  I am thrilled beyond words to express my heartfelt gratitude for your incredible support and generous contribution to my math center project! Your belief in my initiative warms my heart and reinforces my commitment to nurturing a love for mathematics in my amazing second-grade students.

  Your generosity is not just a financial contribution; it's an investment in the future of these young minds. With your help, we will be able to create colorful and engaging math centers that focus on the core concepts taught and learned in second grade (addition and subtraction with and without regrouping). Your belief in my project holds immense value as it empowers me to provide the materials and resources needed to make this vision a reality.

  Your kindness has allowed me to print and laminate engaging materials focused on second grade core concepts. The colorful centers created with the ink will not only make learning more visually appealing but also foster a dynamic and interactive environment. Your commitment to education is making a significant impact, and we are truly grateful for your generosity!

  Thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in this project and its potential to make a lasting impact. Your support serves as a beacon of encouragement, and I can't wait to update you on the progress of our project and the smiles it brings to my students' faces.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. S. Garofalo

• A Kidney Table for Collaboration & Kindness

  Funded Oct 17, 2023

  Thank you so much for donating to our Kidney for Collaboration project. The students and I are using the new kidney table as an area to conduct small group learning and also collaborative group work throughout the school day. Just the other day, the students were working at the kidney table in partnerships to find the author's purpose in a text!

  The students were so excited when they saw a big mystery box appear in the back of our classroom. They were even more excited once it was set up at the back with our wobble stools. Students squealed with excitement and noted about how much more room they had at this new table. They are very intrigued with the shape of the table and love to sit around it!

  Our next classroom project at the back table will be a literacy project. I am looking forward to many more days sitting at that kidney table with my students. Thank you so much for your kind contribution to our classroom.”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. S. Garofalo

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Allstate Foundation.

• Classroom Basics for Class

  Funded Jun 17, 2023

  I am so incredibly honored that you chose to help fund this project for my classroom! It is so humbling to know that there are others out there who believe in supporting public education! With this project, my hope was to obtain as many resources as possible to help create an organized classroom this fall. Because of this grant, I was able to make birthday bags for my students and organize my classroom supplies in a way that is accessible to all students. I am also very excited about the snacks, as that will be my new prize box this year! I will fill my candy jar with those snacks to help motivate my little learners. In addition, the crayon sharpeners will be a great addition to our classroom. We will no longer have to toss out old dull crayons, because we can just sharpen them to make them like new!

  I cannot thank you enough for your support. I am truly so excited to utilize all these new resources in the months to come. Thank you again for your generous donation! It is so incredibly appreciated!!”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. S. Garofalo

  This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Supporter and 2 other donors.

• Teacher Made Resources for The Remainder of the School Year!

  Funded May 11, 2023

  Thank you, thank you, thank you! I cannot express my gratitude enough for your generosity in supporting my classroom.

  I have already begun filling my cart with so many resources to support my students. I am finding new and creative resources to use in my classroom like math centers, spiral ELA worksheets, reference guides, social emotional activities and intervention resources. I have already purchased and laminated activities that are visual, engaging, socially emotionally targeted, and academically motivating (check out my photos! How lucky are my students?!). I have also begun making teacher-models for my students to reference after a lesson. Going forward, I am hoping to also purchase more printable graphic organizers, as well as digital lessons and activities.

  The students in my school are such creative, curious, inquisitive little learners, and I know while we cannot "unbox" these resources together, they will appreciate every task and activity purchased. The resources I have purchased thus far encourage everyday problem solving, creativity, as well as analytical and critical thinking skills. They are engaging, colorful and the digital activities include movable pieces that I know will be a big hit with my students.

  The help from Donors Choose is just phenomenal; I feel so blessed that this project was funded. Especially in this time of need and growth, thank you so much!”

  With gratitude,

  Mrs. S. Garofalo

  This classroom project was brought to life by An Anonymous Supporter and one other donor.