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The scanner saved valuable classroom time and resources by reducing the need for copying and allowing students to share classroom materials and resources.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity and for enabling students with important classroom tools for the students to thrive, learn and progress with their academic goals.","fullyFundedDate":1758796573944,"projectUrl":"project/clean-environment-right-classroom-tools/9672088/","projectTitle":"Clean Environment, Right Classroom Tools!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zayas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8005848_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y93&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629644237439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8005848"},{"teacherId":8005848,"projectId":9582751,"letterContent":"Your donations contributed to snacks and blue ballpoint pens during instructional time and are simple yet powerful tools that help teens stay focused during class assignments. The nutritious snacks help curb hunger and boost energy, allowing students to concentrate and build reading endurance without distraction. The students use the resources to help them stay focus during instructional time. The students love the snacks and always request them. The snacks provide motivation and student engagement as they focus on their reading digital assigned lessons from their student application program. \r\nWe are truly thankful for your support by providing these engagement resources that fuel success, motivation and academic progress. \r\n\r\nSincerely,","fullyFundedDate":1758796885199,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-engagement/9582751/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Engagement!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zayas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8005848_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y93&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629644237439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8005848"},{"teacherId":9222352,"projectId":9420320,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our students now have a variety of engaging tools that help them build focus, coordination, and self-regulation skills. The yoga mats, stability balls, exercise dice, and hula hoops have become part of our weekly classroom routine. We use them for movement breaks, sensory regulation activities, and group games that encourage teamwork and communication. One of our favorite activities is rolling the exercise dice during our \"Movement and Mindfulness\" sessions—students love seeing which stretch or movement comes up next!\r\n\r\nWhen our students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement. Many immediately wanted to unroll the yoga mats and show off their favorite stretches, while others were eager to balance on the stability balls. For our learners, these tools aren't just fun—they provide meaningful sensory input that helps them stay calm, focused, and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue incorporating these resources into our life skills and science lessons, emphasizing the importance of physical health, mindfulness, and emotional regulation. 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During our recent fractions unit, I asked a question, and within seconds, the room was filled with students eagerly holding up their whiteboards to show their answers. The instant feedback helped me quickly spot who needed extra support, and the excitement in their faces showed how much they enjoyed being part of the learning process.\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes first arrived, my students couldn't contain their excitement — they tore them open with huge smiles and immediately began drawing, writing, and testing out their new materials. Many of them said it made math feel like a game rather than an assignment. The dry-erase boards have become a classroom favorite, turning even challenging lessons into fun, hands-on experiences.\r\n\r\nWe're now using the whiteboards to practice word problems, mental math, and even team challenges where students race to solve multi-step equations. The cleaning materials have kept everything tidy and easy to reuse, so our classroom stays organized and welcoming. Thank you for helping me create an engaging, interactive, and safe math environment where students feel confident taking risks and showing what they know. Your generosity has truly made a difference in how my students see and experience math every day.","fullyFundedDate":1753362454473,"projectUrl":"project/bright-boards-bright-minds-interactive/9396960/","projectTitle":"Bright Boards, Bright Minds: Interactive Math Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alzugaray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9720834_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y321&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728784301543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9720834"},{"teacherId":6252877,"projectId":9206434,"letterContent":"Thanks to your donations my students got to graduate with their hi or cords. They also had some special treats from you that they absolutelyloved! \r\nWhen my students first saw the graduation cords, the decorations for the party, and all of the treats prepared for them, their reaction was truly unforgettable. The moment they walked in the room, their faces lit up with surprise and excitement. Many of them gasped, clapped, and hugged one another, thrilled that this celebration was just for them. :)","fullyFundedDate":1746488208915,"projectUrl":"project/celebrate-our-students-hard-work-with-a/9206434/","projectTitle":"Celebrate Our Students' Hard Work with an Unforgettable Graduation Party","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elizabeth Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6252877_orig.jpg?crop=433,433,x0,y20&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691548967204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6252877"},{"teacherId":8005848,"projectId":9279544,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Your contributions have made a meaningful impact providing students with the resources they need that contribute to classroom engagement and motivation. The snacks help keep energy and focus high during long learning sessions, while the pens ensure every student has the tools they need to express themselves and engage fully. The students look forward to their classroom treat while they read and the snacks help keep the students focused, engaged and motivated with their classwork.\r\nI am deeply grateful for your commitment to education and equity.","fullyFundedDate":1748023734297,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-write-and-create/9279544/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Write and Create!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zayas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8005848_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y93&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629644237439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8005848"},{"teacherId":9222352,"projectId":9297734,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has a charging station that keeps every tablet fully charged, organized, and ready for learning. This simple addition has made a huge difference—students no longer waste time looking for chargers or waiting for a device to be ready. Instead, they can dive right into lessons and activities.\r\n\r\nThe charging station has also given students a sense of responsibility. Each student is in charge of returning their assigned tablet to its spot and making sure it's plugged in. This routine has built accountability and pride in taking care of our shared technology.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our classroom runs more smoothly, and students can maximize their learning time with reliable access to charged tablets. Thank you for powering possibilities in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1746472564552,"projectUrl":"project/powering-possibilities-a-charging-stati/9297734/","projectTitle":"Powering Possibilities: A Charging Station for Our Classroom Tablets","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peña","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9222352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693009706267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jesspena"},{"teacherId":9720834,"projectId":9191240,"letterContent":"When my students first received the new supplies, their faces lit up with excitement. Many of them immediately picked up their rulers and notebooks, eager to use them. For some, simply having their own set of tools created a sense of ownership and independence in their learning. One student told me, \"Now I can really see the problems,\" as they used their ruler to line up equations neatly. Even the Lysol wipes became part of our routine, with students proudly taking turns to keep our classroom clean and comfortable for everyone.\r\n\r\nWe have already begun using the supplies in a hands-on project where students create interactive foldables to organize algebra concepts like solving equations and graphing. With glue sticks, scissors, and notebooks, they're building personalized math journals that allow them to reference past lessons and feel more confident tackling new problems. The act of building these journals has given my students a sense of pride in their work, while helping them stay organized and engaged.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to dive deeper into solving multi-step equations and graphing linear functions. Thanks to these resources, students can keep their work structured, clean, and easy to follow. Having the right tools may seem simple, but in our classroom it has made a big difference—it allows my students to focus on learning instead of worrying about what they don't have. Your support is helping them build confidence in algebra and showing them that they are capable of success.","fullyFundedDate":1742913807899,"projectUrl":"project/algebra-aid-project/9191240/","projectTitle":"Algebra Aid Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alzugaray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9720834_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y321&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728784301543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9720834"},{"teacherId":6252877,"projectId":9017310,"letterContent":"Our new speaker has brought an incredible wave of joy to our student, who lights up every time the music begins to play. Whether it's a familiar song, a rhythm they recognize, or a new beat to explore, the speaker helps create an engaging and sensory-rich experience that brings excitement and smiles. For many students, especially those with special needs, music can be a powerful form of communication and expression—and this speaker helps deliver that joy in full clarity and volume.\r\n\r\nWith this speaker, we can now take our performances to a new level. Whether it's for a school assembly, community event, or one of our Unified Beats performances, the sound is crisp, strong, and reaches everyone in the audience. It allows our students to truly shine during their musical moments, helping them feel proud and heard. The improved sound quality supports their confidence and turns our events into something memorable and professional.\r\n\r\nBeyond performances, the speaker is a valuable tool for everyday activities and lessons. We use it to play rhythm exercises, practice songs, and even conduct music-based therapy sessions. Its portability and quality allow us to bring music into different classrooms and settings, ensuring no student is left out of the experience. It's more than just a piece of equipment—it's a bridge to connection, creativity, and celebration.","fullyFundedDate":1738449009147,"projectUrl":"project/sound-system-needed-to-perform/9017310/","projectTitle":"Sound System Needed to Perform","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elizabeth Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6252877_orig.jpg?crop=433,433,x0,y20&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691548967204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6252877"},{"teacherId":9222352,"projectId":9018879,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom was able to launch Snack Smiles: Keeping Minds and Bodies Energized—and what a difference it has made! Your donation helped provide nutritious snacks for our students, keeping them focused, engaged, and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWhen the snack bins first arrived, the excitement in the room was undeniable. One student clapped and exclaimed, \"We get to eat this in class?!\" For many of our learners, especially those with sensory or attention needs, having access to consistent, healthy snacks has been a game-changer. Students are now more alert during lessons, less irritable during transitions, and far more willing to participate in group activities.\r\n\r\nOne standout moment was during a science lesson about the digestive system. We connected what we learned with the snacks we eat—reading labels, identifying food groups, and even creating posters of \"brain fuel\" foods. It turned into a cross-curricular project involving science, reading, and life skills—all sparked by the snacks your donation made possible.\r\n\r\nWe're now building on this momentum by incorporating snack-time etiquette, nutrition education, and even budgeting lessons for students to understand how to plan for healthy eating on a budget. Our students are not only benefitting from the nourishment today, but they're also learning life-long skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in their well-being, education, and success. You truly brought smiles—and so much more—to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1742823893282,"projectUrl":"project/snack-smiles-keeping-minds-and-bodies-e/9018879/","projectTitle":"Snack Smiles: Keeping Minds and Bodies Energized","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peña","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9222352_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693009706267","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-jesspena"},{"teacherId":6252877,"projectId":9031104,"letterContent":"My students are now using the drumsticks and bongos to practice rhythms in music class and prepare for performances, and the excitement they felt when first seeing the instruments was unforgettable. Their faces lit up with joy, and many immediately began tapping out rhythms on their desks before we even started. For several students, it was their very first time holding real percussion instruments, and the pride and curiosity they showed was inspiring.Thanks for all your support much appreciated","fullyFundedDate":1742241419347,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-shine-with-instruments/9031104/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Shine With Instruments and Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Elizabeth Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6252877_orig.jpg?crop=433,433,x0,y20&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691548967204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6252877"},{"teacherId":3578355,"projectId":8944502,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generosity in supporting our cozy reading corner. Because of your contribution, my students now have a welcoming space filled with soft lighting, inviting bookshelves, and a diverse collection of books to explore. This thoughtfully designed area allows them to feel at ease, making it easier to focus, absorb information, and, most importantly, develop a love for reading.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond simply providing books and furniture—it creates an environment where students can discover new interests, strengthen their literacy skills, and associate reading with comfort and enjoyment. At this transformative stage in their education, having a dedicated space to read, learn, and grow is invaluable. Thanks to you, they are building a foundation for lifelong learning, and I am truly grateful for your role in making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1731719917848,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-reading-corner/8944502/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Reading Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Castillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3578355_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472829846028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/natcastillo"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_69681","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1935,"numTeachers":112,"percentFrplEligible":55,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":4,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":92,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"17.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":74.1,"schoolId":69681,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Felix Varela Senior High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Felix Varela Senior High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/miami-dade-county-public-schools/felix-varela-senior-high-school/69681"}