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My middle schoolers calm down pretty quickly if I give them a snack and a minute. \r\nThe students have been very appreciative of your gifts and many have been open to trying journaling as part of their mental health journey; giving them an avenue to take control of some aspects of their treatment plan.","fullyFundedDate":1787152751551,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-journals-help-make-therapy-mo/10365770/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Journals Help Make Therapy More Effective","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schaefer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9008678"},{"teacherId":5631311,"projectId":10337622,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us expand access to soccer for all students! These resources give students more opportunities to participate in physical activity, develop their soccer skills, and build confidence in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Students are excited to have the equipment they need to practice, play, and learn together, regardless of their previous experience with the sport.\r\n\r\nAs we continue using these materials, students will strengthen their teamwork, communication, coordination, and sportsmanship through soccer activities and friendly games. They will practice working together, encouraging one another, and recognizing that everyone has something valuable to contribute to a team.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping make physical activity more accessible and enjoyable. Your generosity is helping us create opportunities for every student to participate, grow, and experience the joy of playing together!","fullyFundedDate":1785858927420,"projectUrl":"project/expanding-access-to-soccer-for-all-stude/10337622/","projectTitle":"Expanding Access to Soccer for All Students","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Jordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5631311_orig.png?crop=1181,1181,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744743876580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5631311"},{"teacherId":5631311,"projectId":10330836,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our *Mindful Movement: Yoga for Strength, Stress Relief, and Focus* project! With these resources, students explored partner yoga, chair yoga, and restorative yoga while learning how movement, mindfulness, and breathing can support their overall well-being.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting parts of this project was watching students combine yoga and computer science! Students created their own yoga sequences using symbols and creativity, developing a secret yoga code to demonstrate their understanding of sequences, events, and loops. They were able to see how coding concepts connect to real-world activities while expressing themselves through movement.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me create engaging, interdisciplinary learning experiences that support both the minds and bodies of my students. Your generosity has helped students strengthen their computational thinking, creativity, collaboration, and self-awareness while discovering new ways to learn, move, and thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1785858927735,"projectUrl":"project/mindful-movement-yoga-for-strength-str/10330836/","projectTitle":"Mindful Movement: Yoga for Strength, Stress Relief, and Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Jordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5631311_orig.png?crop=1181,1181,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744743876580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5631311"},{"teacherId":5631311,"projectId":10330820,"letterContent":"Our entrepreneurs are ON THE MOVE!!! 🚀 In just 1 week, students began making and selling tote bags to the school community. From designing their products to learning about pricing, marketing, and sales, our young CEOs are turning their ideas into action! 🛍️💡\r\n\r\nThey're building real-world business skills, embracing their creativity, and proving that big ideas can start small. This is what happens when we give students the tools and opportunity to lead, create, and innovate! \r\n\r\nA HUGE thank you to everyone who has supported our student entrepreneurs by purchasing a tote bag, encouraging their ideas, and investing in their growth. Your support means so much and reminds our students that their ideas have value. We can't wait to show you what they create next! 💛🖤\r\n\r\nAnd guess what? We're just getting started! 👏🏾💛🖤 #StudentEntrepreneurs #ForYouByUCity #FutureCEOs #LearningByDoing","fullyFundedDate":1786367006653,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-ideas/10330820/","projectTitle":"New Year. New Ideas.","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Jordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5631311_orig.png?crop=1181,1181,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744743876580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5631311"},{"teacherId":9803792,"projectId":9518661,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support of our classroom! Because of your generosity, our new visual anchor charts and learning resources are officially up, active, and transforming the way my students learn every single day.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been immediate and deeply meaningful. When I am working in small groups with students who need targeted instruction, the anchor charts act like a silent co-teacher in the room. Students who have quick questions naturally turn to the charts first to find solutions on their own. For my shy students who might hesitate to raise a hand, or new students who feel anxious about stepping into a new environment, these visual supports provide a low-stakes, safe way to build confidence and understand what concepts are ahead.\r\n\r\nWhether a student is new, shy, or simply stuck while I'm assisting someone else, no matter the need—my students are truly anchored!\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the tools to take ownership of their learning and for believing in our classroom community. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1758202633603,"projectUrl":"project/anchor-me/9518661/","projectTitle":"Anchor Me","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Baker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9803792_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787036069640","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9803792"},{"teacherId":9803792,"projectId":8876895,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity!\r\n\r\n​The impact of the calculator project on my students has been inspiring to watch. The calculators served as a powerful self-checking tool, helping students confirm their answers or redirect their thinking to find the right solution independently.\r\n\r\n​Most importantly, they allowed us to meet individual student needs and provide accommodations without sacrificing rigor. \r\n\r\nInstead of sitting in moments of discouragement, my students had the exact tool they needed to build confidence and show what they truly know.\r\n\r\n​Thank you again for making a real difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1730257898156,"projectUrl":"project/basic-calulators/8876895/","projectTitle":"Basic Calulators","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Baker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9803792_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787036069640","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9803792"},{"teacherId":3293614,"projectId":10102644,"letterContent":"Thank you for so generously purchasing books for our instructional kitchen! The kids started getting excited the moment they arrived and it's been a joy to watch them browse and suggest recipes!\r\n\r\nMany of the books are already being put to use! One group of girls is exploring vegetarian and vegan cooking as part of a 4-H project. A group of young men have started talking about a ramin cook-off! You might not think these activities have a lot in common, but jazzing up food like ramen is a valuable way to get more veggies into kids' bellies! In the spring garden, we're growing spinach, leeks, onion, beets, cabbage, and peas. All of these make soup even more delicious!\r\n\r\nIf you zoom in on the photos, you'll see the way we've chosen to group the books. This will make it easier for kids to identify their interests and find just the right book. None of this would have been possible without your support. \r\n\r\nThanks to you, each of my students will be able to see their culture(s) reflected in our kitchen. This really matters. A kitchen is a place where everyone should have a seat and a place set just for them.","fullyFundedDate":1772297582857,"projectUrl":"project/cultural-responsivenes-in-our-kitchen/10102644/","projectTitle":"Cultural Responsivenes in Our Kitchen","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cummings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3293614_orig.jpg?crop=982,982,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665696253464","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/anne-cummings"},{"teacherId":9008678,"projectId":9931948,"letterContent":"The snacks that were donated have been incredibly helpful, especially as my caseload doubled since the beginning of the second semester. The snacks not only help build rapport and connection but also provide a bit of food for hungry kids, tiding them over until lunch or after school. \r\nSnacks can also be a fidget while we are talking about difficult stuff, allowing for a bit of distraction from the emotions allowing them to be shared more easily. \r\nI am incredibly thankful for your caring and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1766797838398,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-as-therapy-tools/9931948/","projectTitle":"Snacks as Therapy Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schaefer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9008678"},{"teacherId":532003,"projectId":9548171,"letterContent":"I am most thankful for your generous contributions of daily necessities for the students in my science class. Your support and thoughtfulness have made a tremendous difference in our classroom, helping to create a welcoming and nurturing environment for our middle school learners.\r\n\r\nKeeping these essentials in the classroom helps build a sense of community and belonging. It shows students that we care about their comfort and well-being. Having hygiene items nearby lets students take care of themselves and supports a positive, connected classroom culture.\r\n\r\nWhen you view the pictures, you can see just how much students have utilized the materials you have sent. I am often refilling the bandaid and cotton swabs; the boxes of tissues have truly come in handy this season. Just having a space where students can access items has helped students help themselves and their classroom community. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for helping us foster a positive and engaging learning community.","fullyFundedDate":1760650300348,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-supportive-classroom-essenti/9548171/","projectTitle":"Building a Supportive Classroom: Essential Supplies for Student Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McPherson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/532003"},{"teacherId":532003,"projectId":9548570,"letterContent":"I am most thankful for your generous contributions of snacks for the students in my science class. Your support and thoughtfulness have made a tremendous difference in our classroom, helping to create a welcoming and nurturing environment for our middle school learners.\r\n\r\nThe snacks you provided not only fuel our students' bodies but also their minds, allowing them to stay focused and energized throughout our lessons and activities. Many times, having a snack has regulated a disregulated student and prevented an escalation of behaviors, has created a relevance for students to communicate their needs and cross communication barriers, and has helped to teach students advocating skills, just to name a few ways the snacks have contributed to our class community.\r\n\r\nWhen you view the pictures, you can see just how excited students have been to receive snacks and to know that there is a tasty option available from time to time. I have had to refill my snack bucket multiple times from my secret stash closet and have even had visitors from other grade-level teams show up during the day or after school before sports practice to grab a quick bit of fuel. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for helping us foster a positive and engaging learning community.","fullyFundedDate":1760650446876,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-minds-snack-support-for-young-s/9548570/","projectTitle":"Fueling Minds: Snack Support for Young Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McPherson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/532003"},{"teacherId":5631311,"projectId":9258312,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, my students are now using these new resources to transform their ideas into tangible products in our coding and entrepreneurship class. With access to laptops, Tinkercad design tools, and hands-on maker materials, students actively participate in Makerspace Mondays, Tinkercad Tuesdays, and Fun Fridays, where they design, build, code, and pitch their own creations. One memorable moment occurred when students used Tinkercad to design original products and then collaborated to refine their ideas, troubleshoot challenges, and prepare short pitches. These experiences allow students to move from concept to creation while developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills rooted in real-world application.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and energizing. Many were eager to explore the tools and amazed that they were trusted with professional-level resources to bring their ideas to life. Because of our donors, you were able to get a glimpse into a classroom filled with curiosity, collaboration, and confidence. Your support has empowered students to take ownership of their learning, see themselves as innovators and entrepreneurs, and believe in their ability to create meaningful change. These resources are not just tools; they are opening doors for students to become leaders, inventors, and change-makers in their communities and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1750909652154,"projectUrl":"project/techpreneurs-unite/9258312/","projectTitle":"Techpreneurs Unite","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Jordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5631311_orig.png?crop=1181,1181,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744743876580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5631311"},{"teacherId":2212374,"projectId":9589969,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me. Without donors like you, I wouldn't be able to teach. My students don't come with the supplies they need daily. Having the supplies eliminates searching and time spent not working. I have the supplies in a corner of the classroom. Students can grab what they need and get to work. Lack of supplies shouldn't be the reason a student doesn't work. It's easy to grab and go in my classroom. Donors like you have helped me so much that we don't need new supplies in January. 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