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Your kindness has created a safe and peaceful place for them to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1747834234284,"projectUrl":"project/a-revamped-cozy-nook-for-reluctant-reade/9339930/","projectTitle":"A Revamped Cozy Nook for Reluctant Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tiff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8924124_orig.jpg?crop=410,410,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745607568927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mstiffslove4teaching"},{"teacherId":8924123,"projectId":9398609,"letterContent":"Got it! Here's a shorter version that still highlights all the materials and student reactions:\r\nWhen our new flexible seating, bean bag, organizer cart, cozy corner pillow, and shelves arrived, my students were so excited! They immediately rushed to try the bean bag and cozy corner pillow, and one student said, \"This feels like home.\"\r\n\r\nWe're already using the shelves and cart to stay organized, which helps students grab materials on their own. The flexible seating has made a big difference—students stay focused longer and enjoy having choices about where they learn best.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be using the cozy corner during social-emotional lessons and continuing to support group projects with the flexible seating. 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Being able to provide a safe and helpful space is highly important and they student grow to trust you. and that is what we want for them to succeed","fullyFundedDate":1742823936562,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-serene/9104067/","projectTitle":"Clean and Serene","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blair","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4272939_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y195&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579013870651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msblairart"},{"teacherId":7269806,"projectId":8834794,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support for my classroom! Because of your donations, I was able to expand my classroom library with engaging texts that my students enjoy reading during independent reading time. Since I have expanded my library, I have also had an increase of students who like browsing the shelves looking for books to read or even take home to borrow!\r\n\r\nThe thinking putty was also a great addition to my classroom. Many students struggle to focus when we are reading as a class during ELA. Allowing them to play with the putty while we read helps them to stay quiet, focused, and engaged. 6th grade especially loved using it.\r\n\r\nThanks again for your donations!","fullyFundedDate":1734712106382,"projectUrl":"project/reading-and-focused/8834794/","projectTitle":"Reading and Focused","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gentile","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7269806_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667526245781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7269806"},{"teacherId":7269806,"projectId":8500464,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to my classroom this year! My students loved sitting in the new beanbags to read books from the classroom library or just complete work in a comfortable space. These were a great addition to my room this year!\r\n\r\nThe football stress balls and fidget spinners were another favorite with the kids; they loved using them during independent work time or at the end of class if they finished work early and needed something to keep them busy.\r\n\r\nThank you again for choosing to support my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1721577383476,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-a-comfortable-space/8500464/","projectTitle":"Keeping a Comfortable Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gentile","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7269806_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667526245781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7269806"},{"teacherId":8924124,"projectId":9283262,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our summer school program will be off to a strong start! Our summer school students will have the opportunity to remain energized and focused thanks to the snacks you provided! For many of our students, having access to healthy snacks during the day makes a huge difference in their ability to concentrate and stay motivated. Your donation helped us create a supportive, caring environment where students can thrive academically and feel cared for. We truly appreciate your impact!","fullyFundedDate":1746785827518,"projectUrl":"project/summer-school-snacks/9283262/","projectTitle":"Summer School Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tiff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8924124_orig.jpg?crop=410,410,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745607568927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mstiffslove4teaching"},{"teacherId":8924124,"projectId":9282685,"letterContent":"Our Zen Space has quickly become a favorite spot for students to reset and refocus. When they first saw the bean bag, sensory tools, and calming area, their faces lit up with surprise and excitement. One student said, \"This feels like a safe space.\" We use it during mindfulness breaks and SEL sessions.\r\n\r\nNext, we're teaching students how to use the space independently when they feel overwhelmed building emotional awareness and self-regulation skills. We will have group sessions for like our Girl Talks and Boy Breakout Sessions.","fullyFundedDate":1746785966218,"projectUrl":"project/zen-space/9282685/","projectTitle":"Zen Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tiff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8924124_orig.jpg?crop=410,410,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745607568927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mstiffslove4teaching"},{"teacherId":8924124,"projectId":9299653,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students now have access to yoga mats, calming tools, and mindfulness resources that have completely transformed the way we start or end our school days. Each week moving forward into summer, we will carve out time for our Mindful Meaningful sessions, where students gather to stretch, breathe, and reset before diving into academics.\r\n\r\nOne special moment that stands out was the very first session we held after the materials arrived. When students and staff walked in and saw the mats rolled out with soft music playing in the background. Some of them had never experienced yoga or meditation before, but they quickly settled in and embraced the calm.\r\n\r\nWe've also begun incorporating mindful reflection journals students can keep in their lockers. After each practice, students take a few quiet minutes to write down how they feel, physically, mentally, and emotionally. It's been and will continue to be a powerful tool in helping them process their thoughts and manage stress.","fullyFundedDate":1746632425010,"projectUrl":"project/move-to-improve-fitness-mindfulness-f/9299653/","projectTitle":"Move to Improve: Fitness & Mindfulness for Mental Health","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tiff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8924124_orig.jpg?crop=410,410,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745607568927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mstiffslove4teaching"},{"teacherId":8827886,"projectId":8790363,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students were able to step into a whole new dimension of learning virtually! When we first introduced the new VR headset and digital simulations, the classroom buzzed with excitement. One student shouted, \"I feel like I'm inside the cell!\" during our virtual tour of a human body. For many of my students, especially those who learn best through experience, this was their first time truly seeing science come to life.\r\n\r\nA standout project involved our 8th graders exploring different biomes through immersive VR. They visited rainforests, deserts, and coral reefs, collecting virtual \"field notes\" and then comparing ecosystems in group presentations. Watching students make real-time observations and connections across environments showed me how powerful this technology can be for deeper understanding.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, science is no longer just something we read about—it's something we experience. You've helped transform curiosity into connection.","fullyFundedDate":1727126539737,"projectUrl":"project/the-virtual-experience-in-science/8790363/","projectTitle":"The Virtual Experience in Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8827886"},{"teacherId":8827886,"projectId":7854372,"letterContent":"When our new science resources arrived, the energy in the room was electric! My students' eyes lit up as we unpacked all the new resources and visual learning tools. For students who typically struggle to stay engaged, this was a game-changer. Right now, we're diving into a unit on natural selection. Using our new materials, students are simulating environmental changes and tracking how populations evolve over time. This level of engagement and inquiry wouldn't have been possible without your support.\r\n\r\nNext, we're moving into student-led investigations. Each student will choose a phenomenon like how Earth's magnetic field protects us or how adaptations help species survive and design a mini-experiment or model to explain it. These new tools make it possible for every student to be a scientist, not just a learner.\r\n\r\nThank you for opening the door to real discovery in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1695605366575,"projectUrl":"project/building-tomorrows-scientists-a-class/7854372/","projectTitle":"\"Building Tomorrow's Scientists: a Classroom of Exploration\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8827886"},{"teacherId":8894341,"projectId":8779384,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in supporting our classroom! Your donations have brought more than just supplies—they've brought energy, joy, organization, and a sense of care to our students. We are so grateful that you chose to invest in our learning community and help us create a space that is engaging, interactive, and supportive.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your support has been immediate and meaningful. The Vaseline has helped students stay comfortable and cared for during colder days, and the file cart has completely transformed our organization system—making it easier for students to access materials. The educational games and trivia cards have sparked laughter, curiosity, and connection, helping build community and boost cognitive skills. The fidget toys and sensory items have provided calming tools for focus and stress relief, and the over-the-door rack keeps everything neatly in place. The addition of paper towels and a paper towel holder has helped us maintain cleanliness, while the soft glow of the string lights has created a warm, calming alternative to harsh overhead lighting.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our classroom is now a vibrant, welcoming, and well-equipped space where students can learn, grow, and feel supported. We truly couldn't have done it without you.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1726768157115,"projectUrl":"project/igniting-curiosity-enhancing-our-classr/8779384/","projectTitle":"Igniting Curiosity: Enhancing Our Classroom Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Petroski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8894341"},{"teacherId":8894341,"projectId":8471352,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your contributions have made it possible for my students to access high-quality headphones and air fresheners—items that are often overlooked but deeply impactful. Because of you, our learning environment is not only more engaging and personalized but also more comfortable and welcoming. We are truly grateful for your kindness and belief in the power of education. Your generosity has made a real difference.\r\n\r\nYour donation has directly enhanced the day-to-day learning experience for my students. With new quality headphones, each learner can now fully engage with educational content at their own pace, without distractions—improving focus, comprehension, and confidence. Additionally, the air fresheners have transformed our space into one that feels calm and inviting, supporting students' emotional well-being and readiness to learn. 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