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We truly appreciate you making this possible — it was definitely needed and will benefit our classroom in so many ways.\r\n Your support is greatly appreciated in bringing this project alive.","fullyFundedDate":1776087630678,"projectUrl":"project/storage-for-classroom/10189622/","projectTitle":"Storage for Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10189939,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing snacks and treats for our class PBIS store!\r\n\r\nMy students work hard every day to earn points for demonstrating the RISE expectations—Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Empathy. At the end of each day, they are able to use their points to shop for a treat of their choice.\r\n\r\nBecause my students range from 1st through 5th grade, our store gets a lot of shoppers each week, which means restocking is always a real need. I truly appreciate your support, as it allows me to give my students a tangible reward for their hard work and positive behavior.","fullyFundedDate":1776088342038,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-restock-our-pbis-store/10189939/","projectTitle":"Help Us Restock Our PBIS Store","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10190436,"letterContent":"Thank you for contributing to our \"Organized Classroom.\" This project allowed us to be able to organize our classroom. An organized classroom cuts down on off tasks behavior of having to look for items. The students are able to easily locate their school supplies for each day. It also helps students to take an active roll in keeping our classroom tidy. The clips help to keep the students work organized and neat as well. Thank you for contributing towards this project as the items were needed to help us have a smooth day of learning daily.","fullyFundedDate":1776093887250,"projectUrl":"project/organized-classroom/10190436/","projectTitle":"Organized Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10189566,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our new Smiley Face classroom carpet! The excitement was immediate when the students saw it arrive—they couldn't wait to gather on it together. The carpet is the perfect size and color, allowing every student to sit comfortably and feel included during lessons.\r\nThis carpet supports how my students learn best. Whether sitting or laying during instruction, they now have a flexible, welcoming space that helps them stay engaged and focused. The cheerful border is a wonderful match and truly complements our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom feels even more like home—a warm, safe place where all students feel comfortable and supported. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our learning community!","fullyFundedDate":1776087664800,"projectUrl":"project/smiley-face-classroom-carpet/10189566/","projectTitle":"Smiley Face Classroom Carpet","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":9951230,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our Silent PBIS Dance Party!\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students were able to participate in a unique and exciting PBIS incentive that included silent dancing, glow activities, and interactive games. The experience was truly special for them—many students shared that they had never taken part in an event like this before.\r\nThe joy, excitement, and positive behavior reinforced through this project made a lasting impression. Our students are already looking forward to enjoying this experience again during our next PBIS incentive. Thank you for helping us create such a memorable and meaningful opportunity for our school community!","fullyFundedDate":1765474595767,"projectUrl":"project/silent-glow-party/9951230/","projectTitle":"Silent Glow Party","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10148438,"letterContent":"Thank You for Helping Us Build, Design, and Explore!\r\n\r\nThank you for your incredible generosity in fully funding our project, \"Building, Designing, and Exploring With LEGO Learning!\" Your support made a lasting impact on my students and brought meaningful, hands-on learning to life in our classroom.\r\nBecause of you, my students were able to complete engaging mini project-based learning (PBL) units that connected creativity, problem-solving, and real-world applications. For my third and fourth graders, the LEGO materials were used to design and build kid-friendly restaurants that they developed from their own ideas. Students worked collaboratively to plan their buildings, think through layouts, and bring their visions to life. Once their structures were complete, they applied math skills by finding the area and perimeter of their LEGO buildings, making abstract concepts concrete and exciting.\r\n\r\nMy fifth graders took their learning in a different but equally powerful direction. As part of a unit focused on drone technology and real-world problem solving, students used the LEGO materials to build disaster relief missions. They designed environments where drones could be used to assess damage, deliver supplies, or help people in need. This project encouraged critical thinking, empathy, innovation, and teamwork, while helping students better understand how technology is used to solve real-world challenges.\r\nThis project would not have been possible without your kindness and belief in our students. The excitement, engagement, and pride my students felt while working on these projects were truly priceless. Thank you for investing in their education and for giving them learning experiences they will remember for years to come. Your generosity built much more than LEGO structures—it built confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1773497156322,"projectUrl":"project/building-designing-and-exploring-with/10148438/","projectTitle":"Building, Designing, and Exploring With LEGO Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10091468,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our \"Taking a Stand Against Hunger Through Student‑Led Service\" project. My students were incredibly excited when they learned this project was funded because it gave them a meaningful opportunity to give back to our community.\r\nThrough this project, students worked together to pack bags filled with snacks that were later distributed throughout our neighborhood. These bags were given to families who are facing challenges in making ends meet. While the bags included food, they also carried something just as important—encouragement, kindness, and hope.\r\nStudents completed each bag with pride and a deep sense of humility, understanding that their actions could positively impact others. This experience helped them see firsthand how even small acts of service can make a powerful difference. It also reinforced important values such as compassion, gratitude, and empathy.\r\nThank you for making it possible for my students to share love with their community. Your generosity helped create a powerful learning experience that extended beyond the classroom and into the hearts of our students and families.","fullyFundedDate":1771362455481,"projectUrl":"project/taking-a-stand-against-hunger-through-st/10091468/","projectTitle":"Taking a Stand Against Hunger Through Student-Led Service","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":10115442,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our Project‑Based Learning project for my 3rd–5th grade students. Your generosity provided meaningful, hands‑on learning experiences that truly brought instruction to life.\r\nThrough this project, my students had the opportunity to learn how to fly drones and understand the importance of drone missions. These experiences sparked curiosity, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills as students explored real‑world applications of technology. The students even had the chance to look the part of a pilot by wearing pilot hats, which made the learning experience even more engaging and exciting.\r\nMy third‑grade students used aprons and hats while presenting their restaurants as part of a project on healthy choices. Being able to dress the part helped build confidence as they proudly presented their work and explained the importance of healthy eating.\r\nMy fourth‑grade students applied math skills in a creative way by learning area and perimeter while constructing miniature houses using popsicle sticks. This hands‑on approach helped make abstract math concepts more concrete and meaningful.\r\nBecause of your support, students were highly engaged, motivated, and excited about learning. Your kindness helped create memorable learning moments that extended beyond textbooks and into real‑world experiences. Thank you for investing in our students and for helping make project‑based learning possible in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1771971998788,"projectUrl":"project/project-based-materials/10115442/","projectTitle":"Project Based Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":9927820,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our \"Big Bang Incentive for PBIS\" DonorsChoose project. Your generous support has made a meaningful difference for our students and our school community.\r\nAt our school, students earn PBIS points daily by demonstrating respect, integrity, safety, and empathy. These values are at the heart of everything we do. Each week, students can cash in their earned points at our PBIS store as a reward for their positive choices. Typically, our class PBIS store includes items such as sweet treats, cookies, chips, and juice.\r\nWhile these rewards are motivating, we noticed that some students who consistently earned points week after week needed a bigger incentive to keep them challenged and engaged. That realization is where the idea for the Big Bang Incentive was born.\r\nThanks to your generosity, students now have the opportunity to save their points and shop for larger, more exciting rewards. This added incentive has increased motivation, goal‑setting, and accountability. Students were thrilled to have something bigger to work toward, and the excitement was evident as they proudly shopped for their rewards.\r\nYour support helps foster a positive school climate where good behavior is recognized and celebrated. Most importantly, it reinforces the idea that hard work and positive choices truly pay off. Thank you for investing in our students and helping us make PBIS meaningful and rewarding for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1764716471829,"projectUrl":"project/big-bang-incentive-for-pbis/9927820/","projectTitle":"Big Bang Incentive for PBIS","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":10216355,"projectId":9640930,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. I truly can't express how much your support means to me and my students. The snacks, juice, refrigerator, and rolling cart have made such a real difference in our classroom every single day.\r\nI work in a special needs department, and many of my students are picky eaters or need specific foods to feel comfortable. Because of you, we're able to keep their lunches fresh and have snacks ready that they will actually eat. That may sound small, but it has made a huge impact. When their needs are met, they are calmer, happier, and much more ready to learn.\r\nWe use these resources all the time. One of my favorite moments was during snack time when students were able to choose what they wanted and sit together. It turned into such a sweet, natural moment of connection—students talking, sharing, and just enjoying being together. The rolling cart has honestly been a lifesaver. It makes it so much easier for me to bring snacks around, especially for my after-school students who almost always need something after a long day.\r\nWhen the students first saw everything, their faces lit up. They were so excited about the snacks, and some of them were especially comforted knowing their lunches had a safe place in the refrigerator. It gave them a sense of routine and security that is so important for them.\r\nMoving forward, we're using these moments to build independence and life skills. Students are learning to make choices, clean up after themselves, and take part in simple routines. These small steps are helping them grow in confidence both socially and academically.\r\nYour support has truly helped create a warm, caring environment where my students feel safe and supported. That means everything. Thank you for being a part of our classroom and for making such a meaningful difference in our students' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1766154955569,"projectUrl":"project/ready-steady/9640930/","projectTitle":"Ready Steady!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hector","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10216355"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":9921929,"letterContent":"My students absolutely loved being able to play games using the VR!\r\nThey were so excited and made comments like, \"I can't believe you have this, Mrs. Webb!\", \"This is so cool!\", and \"I have to earn more points so I can play!\" This has truly been one of the best additions to my classroom.\r\nThe students enjoy exploring different places around the world virtually, giving them opportunities they may not otherwise have. Thank you so much for making it possible to provide my students with a new and engaging way to learn and explore—all without ever leaving our classroom.\r\nMy students also send a very special thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1764674124769,"projectUrl":"project/students-documenting-success/9921929/","projectTitle":"Students Documenting Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Webb","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4740470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509531829074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-webb"},{"teacherId":4740470,"projectId":9875215,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing snacks and treats for our class PBIS store!\r\nMy students work hard every day to earn points for demonstrating the RISE expectations—Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Empathy. 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