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One student told me, \"Now I feel comfortable coming to school,\" and that alone made this project worth it.\r\n\r\nWe use the items every day—students can grab what they need and start their day feeling clean, confident, and ready to learn. Your support has given them dignity and a fresh start when they need it most.\r\n\r\nWe're now continuing our \"Love Yourself\" lessons, and these kits help reinforce the importance of self-care and confidence. Thank you for making such a real, personal impact on my classroom. Your kindness truly made a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1754583247029,"projectUrl":"project/compassion-kits-helping-students-feel-c/9422570/","projectTitle":"Compassion Kits: Helping Students Feel Clean, and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8993734_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725120869614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joyce-washington"},{"teacherId":10166293,"projectId":9569572,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Your gift has helped me connect students with vital resources, guidance, and opportunities—right at their fingertips. Because of you, our students are one step closer to achieving their dreams.\r\n\r\nRecently, we hosted a College Week event where every senior had the chance to apply to their dream college or university—some were even accepted on the spot! Students were able to request transcripts, complete their FAFSA applications, and take meaningful steps toward their futures. Thanks to this incredible gift of technology, we were also able to capture these unforgettable moments and help students submit their applications with confidence.\r\n\r\nBeyond College Week, this resource continues to make a difference every day. Having the ability to review attendance, grades, and update schedules \"on the go\" allows me to provide more responsive, individualized academic counseling. Your support has truly enhanced the way I'm able to serve my students. 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Next, students will be practicing more advanced techniques, including makeup application and full client care.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly inspired my students and opened new opportunities for them. We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1755697710627,"projectUrl":"project/beauty-basics/9551355/","projectTitle":"Beauty Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washington","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8993734_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725120869614","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joyce-washington"},{"teacherId":8993734,"projectId":9422572,"letterContent":"Every time my Beauties and Beaus come together, I get so excited. The energy, passion, and creativity they bring to our club remind me why this work is so meaningful. The Beauty & Beyond: Equipping the Next Generation of Stylists project has truly made a difference for our students.\r\n\r\nThe tools and resources we received through this project have helped empower our members with the essentials they need to be successful. When they received their gift bags, their excitement was contagious. Each student now has manikins, manikin hands, and practice faces—giving them the opportunity to refine their skills, gain confidence, and truly see themselves as future professionals in the beauty industry.\r\n\r\nOur Beauties and Beaus now feel prepared, supported, and inspired. Having the right tools has given them a sense of ownership and pride in their learning. 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We get to test our ideas, fix our mistakes, and work together as a team. Next, we'll be learning how to code our robots so they can follow instructions and do even more amazing things.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us learn in such a fun and creative way. You made our classroom come alive!\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\nYour Grateful Students,","fullyFundedDate":1742924103017,"projectUrl":"project/building-robots-building-minds-hands-o/9055164/","projectTitle":"Building Robots, Building Minds: Hands-On Robotics with LEGO and Play-Doh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9044192_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752725261148","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9044192"},{"teacherId":8993734,"projectId":9021600,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! The Ray-Ban smart glasses have been an incredible tool for my students. They've used them to record presentations, capture marketing projects from their own perspective, and create content that feels professional and engaging.\r\n\r\nStudents love being able to review their work and see themselves through a different lens. It has boosted their confidence and given them a new way to connect classroom learning with real-world skills in business and marketing. One student shared, \"It feels like I'm creating for a real company.\"\r\n\r\nYour generosity gave my students a chance to be creators, not just consumers of technology. 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