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Each box brings excitement into the classroom, encouraging students to collaborate, problem-solve, and persevere in ways that traditional lessons alone cannot achieve.\r\n\r\nYour contribution goes far beyond materials—it creates moments of confidence, joy, and discovery for our learners. We are truly grateful for your investment in innovative learning opportunities and for believing in the potential of our students. 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Thank you for making this possible and for helping us create a classroom filled with excitement, confidence, and a true love of reading! ❤️","fullyFundedDate":1766114179160,"projectUrl":"project/dog-man-pokmon-sparking-reading-adve/9895435/","projectTitle":"Dog Man & Pokémon: Sparking Reading Adventures!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Paniczko","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4587763_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710115603535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/paniczko"},{"teacherId":4587763,"projectId":9895397,"letterContent":"When our students receive their personalized sweatshirts, it will be a very special moment. Each sweatshirt will be customized with the student's name, making it a meaningful keepsake and a reminder that they are valued and supported. 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