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Your generosity helps make that possible.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, my AP Literature students will have greater access to books they can choose for themselves, giving them the opportunity to find stories, characters, cultures, and perspectives that genuinely capture their interest. Choice matters. When students have a book they are excited to pick up, they are more likely to read deeply, stick with a challenging text, and develop the kind of reading habits that extend far beyond my classroom.\r\n\r\nThe supplies from this project will also become part of our everyday learning. Students will annotate, mark important passages, track their thinking, discuss what they notice, and return to their ideas as they develop more sophisticated interpretations. These may seem like small tools, but they support the daily habits that help students become stronger and more confident readers and writers.\r\n\r\nPerhaps most importantly, your support sends my students a message: their education is worth investing in. They deserve access to engaging books, meaningful choices, and the resources they need to challenge themselves. Your generosity helps ensure that limited classroom resources do not become a limit on what my students can learn or accomplish.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me keep the shelves full, the conversations going, and the possibilities wide open for my students. Your support will have an impact long after this school year ends, because the goal is not simply to help students succeed on an AP exam. It is to help them become thoughtful, curious, lifelong readers.","fullyFundedDate":1776709988733,"projectUrl":"project/chapter-31-keeping-our-ap-lit-shelves-s/10200575/","projectTitle":"Chapter 31: Keeping Our AP Lit Shelves Stocked","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Plourde","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8173860_orig.png?crop=417,417,x358,y109&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652728564711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8173860"},{"teacherId":3465524,"projectId":10055269,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the science supplies! My students loved learning about the Sun's processes, and the ocean acidification lab was especially exciting.\r\n\r\nThe extra solar panels were essential for our solar car project and ensured that every student had the supplies they needed to participate. The hands-on activities have been incredibly popular and have even created more interest among students in taking AP Environmental Science.\r\n\r\nI'm also thrilled to share that our students scored above both the Nevada and national averages on the AP Environmental Science exam Unit 6 were we discuss renewable energies. I truly believe the engaging, hands-on activities made a meaningful difference in their success.\r\n\r\nAnd the containers have been a huge help in keeping me organized!\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support. 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Please help me continue to support the students in our district by donating to my newest fundraiser, coming soon.","fullyFundedDate":1699311343489,"projectUrl":"project/every-student-needs-access-to-tech/8007997/","projectTitle":"Every Student Needs Access to Tech!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bissett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9354464_orig.jpg?crop=2146,2146,x0,y517&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1783359125513","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9354464"},{"teacherId":8186733,"projectId":9991519,"letterContent":"I would like to si\r\nncerely thank you for your generous donation and support of my classroom. Your thoughtful contributions, including the portable monitor, pens, packing tape, extension cords for Chromebooks, and colored paper, will make a meaningful difference in both my teaching and my students' learning experience. The portable monitor will especially help me work more efficiently while planning lessons, grading, and supporting students remotely from home and outside the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe additional classroom supplies will also be put to great use every day. From organizing materials to supporting student projects and activities, these resources help create a more engaging and accessible learning environment for my students. I truly appreciate your kindness, generosity, and willingness to invest in education and in the success of my classroom. Thank you again for your support and for making a positive impact on both my students and me.","fullyFundedDate":1768691710351,"projectUrl":"project/lets-work-more-efficiently-with-proper/9991519/","projectTitle":"Let's Work More Efficiently with Proper Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8186733"},{"teacherId":9347187,"projectId":10003783,"letterContent":"My students have used the GeoStix to get hands on experience seeing how diameters are measured across circles and how 2 radii make up a diameter. My students have gotten to use the AngLegs with the protractors to practice making angles and seeing how they are measured. And putting these two together they have been able to practice measuring central angles and arc measurements.\r\n\r\nThe counting blocks have been a great help during our area and volume unit. 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These snacks have been used every day to keep students energized and focused during our long after-school practices, especially during full run-throughs where stamina really matters. One of my favorite moments was seeing their excitement when they first saw the snack supplies—there were big smiles and a real sense of being cared for. It created a positive, team-centered environment where students could take a quick break, recharge, and get right back to work. As we move into final rehearsals, this support continues to help students stay motivated and ready to give their best on stage and behind the scenes. Thank you for helping take care of my students so they can focus on creating something special together.","fullyFundedDate":1761951821658,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-help-the-performers-keep-perfo/9760116/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Help the Performers Keep Performing!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. T.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp469550_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1480954919743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/terolynthompson"},{"teacherId":469550,"projectId":10001939,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made such a meaningful impact on my theatre students, and I am incredibly grateful for your support of our Clue costume and props project. Because of you, students have been able to fully bring the world of the play to life—selecting, organizing, and using costumes and props during rehearsals to develop their characters and strengthen their performances. One of my favorite moments was when the students first saw the materials; there was so much excitement as they immediately started trying on costume pieces, handling props, and stepping into character in a way that felt real and authentic. It instantly elevated their confidence and engagement. As we move forward, students will continue refining their character choices using these resources and preparing for their final performances, where they will showcase all of their hard work on stage. Thank you for giving my students the opportunity to experience theatre in such a hands-on and professional way—it has truly transformed our production process.","fullyFundedDate":1768326432578,"projectUrl":"project/get-a-clue-and-help-us-buy-props-and-cos/10001939/","projectTitle":"Get a Clue and Help Us Buy Props and Costumes!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. T.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp469550_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1480954919743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/terolynthompson"},{"teacherId":469550,"projectId":9281555,"letterContent":"Your generosity has had such a powerful impact on my theatre students, and I truly appreciate your support of our costume design project. With the materials you provided, students were able to design their own costumes and create fully rendered costume plates complete with fabric swatches, just like real designers. One of the most exciting moments was when they first saw the supplies—there were gasps, immediate brainstorming, and students couldn't wait to start sketching and selecting fabrics. It was incredible to see them take ownership of their designs and thoughtfully choose textures and colors that supported their characters. As we move forward, students will be using these completed designs to present and justify their choices, connecting their work to character development and storytelling. Thank you for giving my students a hands-on, professional-level experience that truly brought costume design to life.","fullyFundedDate":1747168977449,"projectUrl":"project/theatrical-costume-designs-are-magical/9281555/","projectTitle":"Theatrical Costume Designs Are Magical","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. T.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp469550_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1480954919743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/terolynthompson"},{"teacherId":8173860,"projectId":9998666,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my AP Literature classroom is now stocked with new books and essential supplies that my students use every single day. From the moment the materials arrived, students were eager to dive in, and it has been incredible to watch their excitement grow as they explore new texts and engage more fully in our work.\r\n\r\nThese resources have made a real difference in the quality of our learning. Students are participating more actively in discussions, practicing their reading and writing skills with greater confidence, and preparing for the AP exam with a stronger sense of readiness. Your support helped create an environment where students can truly thrive as readers and thinkers. Thank you for being such an important part of our classroom this year.","fullyFundedDate":1768155925300,"projectUrl":"project/ap-lit-bootcamp-for-readers/9998666/","projectTitle":"AP Lit Bootcamp for Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Plourde","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8173860_orig.png?crop=417,417,x358,y109&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1652728564711","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8173860"},{"teacherId":8529561,"projectId":10046452,"letterContent":"I want to express my sincere gratitude for your generous support in providing materials for our classroom. Your contribution has made a meaningful difference in creating a more engaging and enriching learning environment for our students. Especially the use of the IPAD that has added to a more engaging teaching and learning experience for the kids as they are able to write on it when they present there work.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students now have access to resources that enhance their learning experience and inspire creativity, curiosity, and confidence. These materials are already making a positive impact, and we are truly thankful for your investment in their education.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and commitment to supporting our classroom do not go unnoticed. It is partners like you who help make lasting educational opportunities possible, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1769153261144,"projectUrl":"project/engagement-and-organization/10046452/","projectTitle":"Engagement and Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Solon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8529561"},{"teacherId":10401759,"projectId":10010644,"letterContent":"The materials that I got for my students helped them to demonstrate their learning of financial literacy terms. Each class worked together to list as many financial literacy terms and ideas that we had learned throughout the past several weeks. Students reviewed these things and then created their own list of financial goals in planning their post-high school lives in short, medium, and long-term goals. 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