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It's not just a place to sit—it's a place where friendships grow, stories come to life, and learning feels warm and welcoming. Students have expressed how much they love the new space, and it's already helping foster a sense of belonging and joy.\r\n\r\nYour support reminds us that small changes can have a big impact. Thank you for investing in our students' comfort, focus, and happiness. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1753043607407,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-seating-area/9470099/","projectTitle":"Comfy Seating Area","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. S. 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We truly appreciate your help in making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1753644824413,"projectUrl":"project/growing-smiles/9494903/","projectTitle":"Growing Smiles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Summer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10090976_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754952221906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10090976"},{"teacherId":9453694,"projectId":9059995,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the snacks and materials, they were thrilled! The snacks brought big smiles and a sense of comfort during the long testing days. When they saw the colorful review materials, many were excited and said it made learning feel more like play. The printer ink and colored pencils helped turn otherwise stressful test prep into something they could really engage with.\r\n\r\nWe used the printer ink and colored pencils to create engaging games and interactive activities to help our 5th graders prepare for the STAAR test. Students worked in small groups to complete colorful review stations, play vocabulary bingo, and solve math puzzles—all printed and designed right in our classroom thanks to the new supplies. During testing days, the snacks helped keep students energized and focused. It was a wonderful balance of fun learning and support!\r\n\r\n\r\nNow that testing is over, we're doing creative end-of-year projects to review what we've learned. We're using the remaining supplies to make posters, journals, and fun activities to reflect on the year. We also had a celebration day where everyone enjoyed snacks and took a well-earned break. 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My students really appreciate the support that you gave!\r\n I was able to open a rewards store that they are able to go shopping when they earn reward beads for participating or completing an assignment in class. The students have this incentive which supports them being successful in class.\r\nTruly, my students are grateful and supported with the donations that they received. They could not believe that someone would give so much. I know we will run out of snacks before the end of year, but the students make sure that they are not eating but one a day to help them last! Thank you so much for giving to students that truly need the donation.","fullyFundedDate":1734712322297,"projectUrl":"project/successful-students-continue-to-learn/8919868/","projectTitle":"Successful Students Continue to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Parra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4197842_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1513391331643","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4197842"},{"teacherId":8995027,"projectId":8784155,"letterContent":"My students and I are most grateful for DonorsChoose, the many sponsors...CFP Foundation, ESPN, andBob Kastigar who funded our classroom snacks and much more!\r\n\r\nThe students are delighted to have an afternoon snack after a long instructional day. They love the idea of having mini snack carts to choose from. The most rewarding part of teaching is knowing that I am making an impact each day and that they have a 2nd place to call home! \r\n\r\nThis demonstrates to students that teachers will go the extra mile to find resources to ensure their students have what they need to succeed and just be GREAT!\r\n\r\nWe appreciate your support!\r\nMs. Tonia Byrd","fullyFundedDate":1734712326813,"projectUrl":"project/ms-byrds-2024-2025-camper-snacks/8784155/","projectTitle":"Ms. Byrd's 2024-2025 Camper Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. T. Byrd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8995027_orig.png?crop=315,315,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680012872265","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tbyrd2nd"},{"teacherId":7877562,"projectId":8919609,"letterContent":"Thank you so much! My students have been using the manipulatives in our classroom. I have the materials in bins on shelves. They are color coordinated and on a movable shelf. We use them during center time. The students rotate through the centers and are able to go to each center and use the manipulatives. \r\n\r\nWhen I introduced the materials to the students, they were so excited. They kept telling me thank you, thank you for the new toys. I love seeing these smiles on their faces. They are enjoying building things, practicing their writing skills. They are also counting, identifying shapes. My students are about to practice all the Pre-K skills that they need to learn this year with the materials provided by y'all. \r\n\r\nI plan on using the materials for the rest of the year. My students look forward to going to center time, in order to be able to play with the materials. I am just so grateful for donors choose. I would have never been able to provide all these amazing resources by myself for my classroom. I am so appreciative for everyone that donated.","fullyFundedDate":1731534803381,"projectUrl":"project/its-center-time/8919609/","projectTitle":"It's Center Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Suarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7877562_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y191&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712765795814","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/suarez-super-stars"},{"teacherId":4935991,"projectId":8656804,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation, which has been instrumental in enhancing our school's music program. Your contribution enabled us to purchase recorders for every fourth grader, a significant step toward our goal of providing quality music education. Our students now have their very own instruments for music class, all thanks to you. Our elementary school is a Title I campus, which means that more than 80% of our students are from low socioeconomic backgrounds. Many parents work more than one job. Also, our district faces significant budget deficits, so I must be creative with my funds and stretch them in any way possible. Your kind donations have allowed one thing to be removed from my plate, which is stretched very thin, and I greatly appreciate this.\r\n\r\nOur students have shown remarkable dedication in learning their first note, 'B'. 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