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Because of your generosity, my students will have a smoother, more organized learning experience every single day. Thank you for giving them the tools that truly support focused, productive work.","fullyFundedDate":1764680471436,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-scissors-tools-every-stude/9932212/","projectTitle":"Headphones & Scissors: Tools Every Student Needs to Stay Focused","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3404840_orig.jpg?crop=308,308,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662074275930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tricia-harkins"},{"teacherId":3404840,"projectId":9932127,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. Your generosity means my 9th graders will finally have the sturdy stools and reliable storage they need to work efficiently and stay focused. These aren't fancy items, but they make a genuine difference in how smoothly our room runs each day.\r\nBecause of you, students will have a clean, organized space where materials are easy to find and group work doesn't turn into a scramble. Transitions will be quicker, the room will stay neater, and my students will feel proud of a space that's cared for and built to help them succeed.\r\nYour support gives them something simple but important: a functional environment where they can concentrate, participate, and learn without unnecessary distractions. We're truly grateful for your help.","fullyFundedDate":1764680758749,"projectUrl":"project/sturdy-stools-storage-to-keep-our-clas/9932127/","projectTitle":"Sturdy Stools & Storage to Keep Our Classroom Running Smoothly","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3404840_orig.jpg?crop=308,308,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662074275930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tricia-harkins"},{"teacherId":3404840,"projectId":9884648,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my students and this project. Your generosity means every 9th grader in my classroom will be able to hold The Outsiders in their hands, mark up the pages, and experience the story the way it was meant to be read.\r\nMy students come from different backgrounds, and they all want to feel seen and heard. A book like The Outsiders speaks to them in a direct, honest way—about identity, loyalty, and figuring out who you are in a world that doesn't slow down for anyone. Having a full class set allows every student to be part of the discussion, not just the ones with access to technology or materials at home.\r\nBecause of your donation, they'll have a shared story to connect over and a real opportunity to grow as readers and as young adults. I appreciate your support more than I can say, and my students do too.\r\nThank you for helping them \"stay gold.\"","fullyFundedDate":1762823023040,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-the-outsiders-to-life-for-my-9t/9884648/","projectTitle":"Bringing the Outsiders to Life for My 9th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3404840_orig.jpg?crop=308,308,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662074275930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tricia-harkins"},{"teacherId":6473396,"projectId":9538396,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. My students love the new rug area. \r\nTheir faces light up and some just began running their fingers against the rug, commenting on how soft and pretty it is. Students love sitting on the rug to complete their classwork and work with other students. The Takis, Pringles and pencils have been a huge help with keeping students on task. Through out the class period students can earn RISE tickets for staying on task, completing work, or working well with others if they earn enough tickets they can then turn them in for a snack/reward. The pencils went into my RISE box and students can purchase the pencil with their RISE tickets as well. The hyenine items have been very useful, students come to me for pads, band aids, deodorant or hair elastics when needed. I am so thankful I can offer these items to my students when they need them. Finally my classroom decor. I have gotten so many compliments on my classroom from students, staff, visitors and parents, its welcoming, bright, organized and looks nice. Students have complimented me on the way my room looks and wishing (the ones who aren't) that they could be in my classroom.\r\nI wasn't sure what this school year would bring with all the changes our school is going through, but I am off to a great year. Thank you so much again for your generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1755745536735,"projectUrl":"project/start-to-an-amazing-school-year-starts/9538396/","projectTitle":"Start to an Amazing School Year, Starts with the Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Duncan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6473396_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655935380351","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6473396"},{"teacherId":8056069,"projectId":9862383,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation towards our project. The excitement on their faces as the boxes were delivered were priceless. New snacks, what could be better?\r\nStudents are working hard to earn rewards, staying focused, and just being great kids. These snacks are encouragement to be their best selves and to help one another do better.\r\nI love being the teacher that is there to provide them with a snack when they need it. I also love being the teacher who gives them snacks as rewards for winning math games. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be that teacher! Happy holidays.","fullyFundedDate":1763567625692,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack/9862383/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murawski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8056069_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y51&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639590710471","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8056069"},{"teacherId":9714095,"projectId":9492873,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. Because of your support, our learning space is more colorful, coordinated, and organized, which has made transitions between activities smoother and less stressful for students and teachers alike. The new wall decor brightens the room and inspires curiosity, and the classroom supplies are already being used to support lessons and hands-on learning. \r\n\r\nMy students and I are deeply grateful for your kindness and investment in their education — you have made a meaningful difference.","fullyFundedDate":1755709950271,"projectUrl":"project/positive-and-safe/9492873/","projectTitle":"Positive and Safe","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Courtney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9714095"},{"teacherId":8056069,"projectId":9887414,"letterContent":"Thank you for the ink for our printer. We are back in business, printing up missing work and cool projects. It is such a convenience to have a printer on hand at all times. This colorful ink brings to life the work students do as well as report for me to share with the kids.\r\nYour support in this project means the world to us. Programs like Donor's choose has helped our classroom become a warm and loving place. Your support has made an enormous impact in our classroom and on the students that I teach. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1762965679971,"projectUrl":"project/print-shop/9887414/","projectTitle":"Print Shop","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murawski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8056069_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y51&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639590710471","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8056069"},{"teacherId":3404840,"projectId":9867630,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous support of our 9th-grade English classroom. Your donation of dry-erase poster boards, Expo markers, and specialized resource books is going to make a profound difference in how my students learn to collaborate, think, and write.\r\n\r\nThis project is truly about making thinking visible and collaborative. With the dry-erase materials, we can transform any part of our room into an active, shared workspace. This means students can brainstorm essays, annotate literature and workshop their creative writing together, all on a reusable surface. Instead of wasting paper, they will be practicing real-time revision, becoming more dynamic and accountable for their thought process.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your belief in the power of an active, dynamic learning environment","fullyFundedDate":1762309947351,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-writing-to-life-with-dry-erase/9867630/","projectTitle":"Bringing Writing to Life with Dry Erase White Board Posters","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3404840_orig.jpg?crop=308,308,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662074275930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tricia-harkins"},{"teacherId":3404840,"projectId":9884663,"letterContent":"I am writing to express our deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of a full classroom set of Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes.\r\n\r\nThis novel is much more than a required reading—it is an experience that changes hearts and minds. For students just beginning to navigate the complexities of high school, Flowers for Algernon offers a powerful lesson in humanity, dignity, and compassion. By stepping into the shoes of Charlie Gordon, my students will challenge their own understanding of what it means to be \"smart\" and, more importantly, what it means to be kind.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of literature to open up the world for our students. Your support truly helps us teach them that kindness and understanding are the essential marks of a brilliant mind.","fullyFundedDate":1762823084119,"projectUrl":"project/discovering-empathy-and-humanity-through/9884663/","projectTitle":"Discovering Empathy and Humanity Through Flowers for Algernon","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3404840_orig.jpg?crop=308,308,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662074275930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tricia-harkins"},{"teacherId":3404840,"projectId":9867603,"letterContent":"On behalf of my hardworking and curious 9th-grade students, I want to extend our gratitude for your generous donation of a full class set of Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck. \r\n\r\nThis gift is far more than a collection of books; it is an invaluable tool for empowerment and learning. As we begin our high school journey, many of my students are reluctant readers who are looking for that spark to ignite their interest in literature. Of Mice and Men, with its timeless themes of friendship, dreams, and survival, is the perfect story to engage them.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for providing the resources necessary to make this classic novel accessible to all.","fullyFundedDate":1762186417039,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-of-mice-and-men-to-9th-grade-re/9867603/","projectTitle":"Bringing of Mice and Men to 9th Grade Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3404840_orig.jpg?crop=308,308,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662074275930","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tricia-harkins"},{"teacherId":8056069,"projectId":9811549,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation towards our calculators. As you know, class sizes are increasing at an alarming rate and supplies are not sent to match the number of kids. This awesome program and donors like yourself make it possible to keep all students supplied with the tools they need to be successful.\r\nEven more, students work with their materials knowing that someone cared enough about them to invest in their learning. It means a lot to me as well that you know my children can and will do great things! Thanks so much.","fullyFundedDate":1760636712525,"projectUrl":"project/calculating-success/9811549/","projectTitle":"Calculating Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murawski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8056069_orig.jpg?crop=481,481,x0,y51&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639590710471","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8056069"},{"teacherId":8056069,"projectId":9731169,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation toward our project. Many students come to me for snacks...I am the snack lady! Engagement in class is always elevated when there are snacks involved. In addition, rumbling tummies know they can go into the snack cabinet and get what they need to get through the day. They know that someone was kind enough to donate to them so they can be productive and creative. \r\n\r\nYour donations mean a lot to me as well. I appreciate there are people out there who love these kids as much as I do. 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