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• Inspiring Young Readers with Interactive Tools and Organization

  Funded Sep 19, 2024

  I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our classroom through the funding of a class set of dry erase boards, CVC word cards, and a storage cart. Your kindness has already made a significant impact on our students and teachers alike.

  The dry erase boards are being used daily by our young learners to practice a variety of literacy skills. These boards not only make learning interactive and fun but also allow students to build confidence as they explore new words and concepts in real-time.

  The CVC word cards have been a tremendous help in building foundational reading skills. Our students love the hands-on activities we've incorporated with these cards, and they are making noticeable progress in decoding words—a critical step in their literacy journey.

  The storage cart is keeping everything organized and accessible. It's such a relief to have a designated space for these materials, ensuring they remain in great condition and are always ready for use.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Morales

  This classroom project was brought to life by The Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation and 5 other donors.

• Classroom Essentials

  Funded Aug 25, 2024

  Thank you so much for your generosity in funding our "Classroom Essentials" project on DonorsChoose! The items funded are already making a significant difference in our classroom environment, organization, and teaching experience.

  The organization baskets have become a huge asset for our shared desk arrangement. Each student now has a designated space for their supplies, which allows them to transition smoothly between activities, minimizing distractions and maximizing time spent engaged in learning. They feel more ownership over their workspace, and our classroom stays tidier—a big help as we work together throughout the day!

  The double-sided dry erase boards have proven invaluable for interactive lessons. Students can now participate in a hands-on, engaging way. I see their confidence grow as they erase and try again, fostering a learning environment where it's okay to make mistakes and try new approaches.

  The headphones and Chromebook supplies enhance our technology use immensely. The headphones help students focus during online reading exercises, especially when working in our dual immersion program. This support keeps students engaged without the distractions of background noise, allowing them to work at their own pace and in a comfortable environment.

  The classroom schedule and objective charts have made it easier for students to understand our daily routines and objectives. This visibility helps them feel prepared and focused on our goals each day. Additionally, the new organizational cart provides a dedicated space for my teaching materials, making transitions smoother and helping me stay organized for our busy schedule.

  The presentation clicker is a game-changer. Being able to walk around the room as I teach allows me to connect more directly with students, guiding them through lessons and offering assistance individually while still leading the class. This freedom improves my ability to monitor student progress and address any questions in real-time.

  Your support is helping us create a well-organized, engaging, and flexible classroom that better meets the needs of my students. Every item is a vital piece in building a space where students feel comfortable, focused, and ready to learn. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for providing the resources to make it truly thrive.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Morales

  This classroom project was brought to life by Pull Up Fund and one other donor.

• Advancing Literacy Skills in Grades 3-5

  Funded Aug 12, 2024

  I am happy to share the great impact your support has made on our 3rd-5th grade students at Cesar Chavez Dual Spanish Immersion School. Thanks to your kindness, we were able to provide our students with essential composition books, vibrant English anchor chart posters, and engaging literacy games designed to foster collaboration and critical thinking during small group instruction.

  In our dual-language program, where students navigate learning in both English and Spanish, these resources are vital to their success. The composition books have become an essential tool for students to practice and refine their writing skills. They are now able to draft, revise, and reflect on their ideas more deeply, making the writing process feel more personal and meaningful.

  The English anchor chart posters have brightened up our classrooms and, more importantly, serve as constant visual reminders of key literacy strategies. Whether it's using context clues, identifying main ideas, or strengthening vocabulary, these posters have been invaluable in reinforcing concepts and encouraging students to independently apply what they've learned. As teachers, we often see students glancing at these charts during their writing or reading discussions, and we know they are making a difference.

  The literacy games you helped fund have brought a new level of excitement to small group instruction. Our students are fully engaged in interactive literacy learning activities. These games have created a fun, hands-on way to practice grammar, reading comprehension, and word-building skills, fostering teamwork and deepening their understanding of the English language.

  Thank you for making all of this possible. We are deeply grateful for your support and commitment to helping every child succeed!”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Morales

  This classroom project was brought to life by Pull Up Fund and one other donor.

• Power Up Our Future: A Chromebook Charging Station for Students

  Funded Jul 5, 2024

  I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support in funding the Chromebook charging station for our classroom. This charging station has had a significant and immediate impact on my students' learning, and I'm excited to share how much it has enhanced our daily routine.

  When the charging station arrived and was set up, the students were thrilled. The ability to easily access a fully charged Chromebook for each lesson has transformed our technology use. No more dead batteries or searching for available outlets! The students can now focus entirely on their learning, knowing that their Chromebooks will always be ready for use. The station has brought a sense of organization and efficiency to our classroom that we didn't have before.

  We are using the Chromebooks regularly for a variety of activities, from reading programs to google forms. Having the charging station has allowed for smoother transitions between lessons, as students can quickly grab their devices and get to work without any delays. It's also helped foster a sense of responsibility in the students, as they now know exactly where to return their Chromebooks for charging at the end of each session.

  Throughout the rest of the school year, the charging station will continue to play a vital role in keeping our class set of Chromebooks ready for use. It will support our ongoing efforts to integrate technology into reading interventions, research, and collaborative projects. This station ensures that technology remains an accessible and reliable tool for all students in my classroom.

  Thank you again for your incredible generosity. Your donation has not only helped improve our organization but has also ensured that students have continuous access to the technology they need to succeed.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Morales

  This classroom project was brought to life by A family that cares about education in P.G. County and one other donor.

• Shelves of Knowledge: Book and Literacy Materials Storage

  Funded May 29, 2024

  I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support in funding the two new bookshelves for my classroom. These shelves have had an immediate and transformative impact on our small group reading intervention sessions, and I'm excited to share how they've benefited my students.

  Before we had the bookshelves, it was often challenging to find the right materials quickly during our small group sessions. Now, everything from decodable books to literacy games and manipulatives is neatly organized and within easy reach. This organization has streamlined our small group reading time, allowing us to focus more on instruction and less on searching for materials. Students are able to independently gather the resources they need, which has made the sessions more efficient and productive.

  The shelves have also made the space more inviting. Students are excited to come to the reading table, knowing they can easily access the decodable books or manipulatives they need. The visibility and accessibility of the materials have encouraged students to engage more actively with the lessons. Whether we're working on decoding strategies, playing literacy games, or using manipulatives to reinforce phonics, the organization provided by the shelves has made everything run more smoothly.

  Throughout the rest of the school year, these bookshelves will continue to enhance our small group interventions. As students progress, we will rotate in new reading materials and games, and the shelves will keep everything easily accessible and ready to use. The level of independence and ownership that students are developing over their learning materials is also something that will benefit them long-term.

  Thank you once again for your generous donation. Your support has made a significant difference in our small group reading interventions, helping me provide my students with the tools and environment they need to succeed.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Morales

  This classroom project was brought to life by A family that cares about education in P.G. County and one other donor.

• Pages of Potential: Empowering Young Minds through Literacy Materials

  Funded May 29, 2024

  I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support in funding the decodable readers, dry erase syllable boards, and phonics sentence strips for our classroom. These materials have transformed our small group instruction, and I am excited to share the impact they've had on my students.

  During small group time, the decodable readers have become an essential tool. The students are eager to read stories that are perfectly suited to their current reading level, which allows them to practice decoding in a structured yet engaging way. Seeing their confidence soar as they successfully read through these stories has been a true joy. These readers ensure that each student gets the targeted practice they need to strengthen their phonics skills.

  The dry erase syllable boards are used daily as students break down words into manageable parts. They love the interactive aspect of writing on the boards, and the hands-on practice helps them better understand how syllables come together to form words. It's been particularly helpful for my students who need that tactile reinforcement as they learn to decode more complex words.

  The phonics sentence strips have also been a game-changer in small group settings. They allow students to apply their phonics knowledge in a meaningful way by constructing sentences using words they've decoded. This practice has enhanced their ability to blend sounds and understand sentence structure, making their phonics work more purposeful and connected to real-world reading and writing.

  These materials are not just a temporary addition but will continue to be a staple in our small group instruction throughout the school year. The targeted practice they provide is essential to helping each student build a strong foundation in reading, and I am so grateful to have these tools at my disposal.

  Thank you again for making this possible. Your support has made a lasting impact on my students' learning experience, and I can't wait to see the continued growth they will achieve.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Morales

  This classroom project was brought to life by A family that cares about education in P.G. County and 3 other donors.

• Literacy and STEAM Centers for Spanish Immersion Kindergarteners

  Funded May 20, 2018

  First and foremost, thank you. Thank you for your generosity and for your kindness towards my marvelous kindergarten students. I was lucky enough to get to see how this project impacted my students from last year and my current group of students. I have seen just how amazing it is to have STEAM centers for the students. I was able to see how my students from last year were able to really analyze, think deeply, work cooperatively, and be creative with the new centers. They were so much more engaged and truly felt like they were being engineers and mathematicians as they worked. They were truly so excited to learn and that was the greatest gift for me as their educator.

  This year's students have been lucky enough to use many of the STEAM centers as morning bins when they first arrive in order to "warm up" their brains for the analyzing and learning they will do throughout the day. It's been amazing to see how they have progressed from simple activities and structures at the beginning of the year, to the complex creations they can make now. I've also seen them progress in how they work together to create something and analyze the various aspects of making their creation work.

  Their literacy centers have been a wonderful addition. I have so many students who are eager to practice their sight words using the fishing for sight words center. They have even requested the center during free-play time! So many of the centers allow the students to access their visual and kinesthetic sides, which keeps them engaged in the center, and helps them to learn the material at hand even better. I've never had students who rejoice so much when I tell them we are doing Literacy Centers for the day.

  While your donations may have bought my students the centers, the real gift has been how the centers have developed the students' love of learning...and that is priceless.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Morales

• Flexible Seating for Dynamic, Developing Kindergarteners Seeking Bilingualism

  Funded May 2, 2018

  What a huge difference flexible seating has made to my students! My class from the end of last year showed such an improvement in their behavior and engagement after flexible seating was incorporated. They loved being able to wiggle and get their energy out while still completing their school work. I had so many students thank me for adding the new seating to our classroom. Two students even wrote me thank you cards because they were so happy with their new seats. I did not expect my kindergarteners to show such immense gratitude, but my students are constantly surprising me. I think that is one of the effects that I could not have planned for...my students learning and experiencing gratitude. Not only that but experiencing the kindness of strangers and knowing that there are people who care about them. Their reactions to the new seating arriving will be a memory that I hold on to for a very long time. Their pure joy over something as simple as a colorful stool is something that I will never forget.

  My students this year walked into a classroom with seating unlike any they had ever seen before. I've never had a kindergarten class that demonstrated such excitement upon entering the classroom on the first day of school. So many of their siblings who came in with them made comments about how they wished they had seats like that in their own classrooms. Moreover, I have seen how being able to complete their work at a seat of their choosing has made the students much more motivated and engaged than ever before. They understand that they are privileged in having the seats that they do and understand that not everyone has seats like that in their room. I am convinced that flexible seating is the most developmentally appropriate seating for students and allowing them that little bit of autonomy makes a world of difference in their sense of self within the classroom.

  Thank you so much once again for your generosity and kindness towards me and my students. It has truly made a world of difference.”

  With gratitude,

  Ms. Morales