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One particular student, who usually struggles to stay engaged, spent the entire period buried in a new mystery book, only pausing to tell me, \"I think I actually like reading now that I don't have to share a beat-up copy with three other people.\" It was a small but profound win that wouldn't have happened without your help.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next step is to dive into a Literary Analysis and Creative Media project. Students will choose their favorite new book to serve as the basis for a \"Book Trailer\" film or a digital storyboard. They are currently in the brainstorming phase, using the themes from their new reads to craft scripts and visual guides. Your contribution didn't just buy paper and crackers; it provided the literal and figurative fuel for these kids to think bigger and work harder. 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My students are going to use these items on a daily basis. It means so much that you chose our school for your philanthropy. With so many worth causes to choose from, we're grateful you found us.\r\n\r\nThis website has allowed me the opportunity to open up a bigger discussion about philanthropy. I'm helping my students understand why people help other people, and how they can \"pay it forward\" in their own lives. 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