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May God bless you and you have a wonderful year.","fullyFundedDate":1755713794661,"projectUrl":"project/planting-the-seeds-of-knowledge/9502487/","projectTitle":"Planting the Seeds of Knowledge","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10094759"},{"teacherId":8567392,"projectId":8353454,"letterContent":"Thank you for contributing to giving my students a class library! They enjoy having many books to choose from during free reading time. The books are on their level and gives them the ability to choose from different things that interest them. \r\nHaving the books in my classroom has allowed me to see the growth that my students are making in their reading abilities. 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Thanks to your support through Every Desk Matters, my students now have a learning environment that is not only functional, but also comfortable, colorful, and inspiring.\r\nWhat may seem like simple changes — updated seating, personalized supplies, colorful organization tools, and engaging decor — have completely transformed the way my students feel in our classroom. They now walk in each morning with smiles on their faces, excited to learn and ready to dive into the day. Their new space helps them stay more organized, more focused, and more confident in themselves and their work.\r\nBeyond the physical improvements, your generosity has shown my students that people care about their education and believe in their potential. That message is powerful — and it's something they carry with them every day.\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in us. Your support has created more than just a better classroom — it has created opportunities, motivation, and a sense of pride that will last far beyond this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1750120027577,"projectUrl":"project/every-desk-matters/9359678/","projectTitle":"Every Desk Matters!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hyde","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9611343"},{"teacherId":10020369,"projectId":9324970,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom library! Your generosity has filled our shelves with books that spark curiosity, imagination, and a true love of reading. With these new texts, students are practicing important skills such as predicting, summarizing, making connections, and exploring new vocabulary in context. In our classroom, reading time is now filled with excitement—students eagerly grab books, share recommendations with each other, and even ask to read beyond our scheduled time.\r\n\r\nOne of my reluctant readers, who once struggled to finish a single chapter, is now fully engaged in a series he can't put down. Another student beams with pride when she finishes a book and shares her thoughts during class discussions. These moments show the powerful impact your gift has made—not just in teaching reading skills, but in building confidence, joy, and a strong classroom reading community.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has given my students the chance to see themselves as readers, and that gift will last far beyond this school year. Thank you for believing in them!","fullyFundedDate":1747488544210,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-changing-lives/9324970/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages, Changing Lives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10020369_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747509748056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10020369"},{"teacherId":10020369,"projectId":9325741,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom! The Building Blocks, Magnetic Tiles, LEGO Classic Bricks, Magnetic Balls and Rods, and other materials you provided have made a big impact on my 70 students.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the boxes arrived, students were thrilled. 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Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1747505927564,"projectUrl":"project/think-it-build-it-solve-it/9325741/","projectTitle":"Think it, Build it, Solve it!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10020369_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747509748056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10020369"},{"teacherId":8831993,"projectId":9056760,"letterContent":"🌟 Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! 🌟\r\n\r\nYour generous donation to our \"Hands-On with Autism\" initiative has already begun making a meaningful difference in our special education classroom. Every day, my students face unique challenges that require personalized, sensory-rich approaches to learning. Thanks to your support, we are now better equipped to meet those needs with compassion, creativity, and purpose.\r\n\r\nWith the sensory tools you've helped provide, students are learning to self-regulate and stay focused during activities—skills that are essential for both academic success and emotional well-being. These tools offer calming, tactile experiences that help students feel safe and engaged, especially during moments of overwhelm.\r\n\r\nThe hands-on learning materials, such as counting manipulatives and tactile letter cards, are opening new doors for exploration and understanding. These resources are not just teaching foundational academic skills—they're strengthening fine motor development, building confidence, and sparking joy in learning.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is helping us create a classroom environment where every child feels seen, supported, and empowered to grow. The impact of your kindness will ripple through each lesson, each breakthrough, and each smile.","fullyFundedDate":1739597722666,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-with-autism/9056760/","projectTitle":"Hands-On with Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Donna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8831993_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667580933406","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8831993"},{"teacherId":8831993,"projectId":9019732,"letterContent":"On behalf of our special needs classroom, I want to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous donation of paints and air supplies. Your support has made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students, and we are truly thankful.\r\n\r\nArt is more than just a creative outlet—it's a powerful tool for growth, healing, and expression. For our students with disabilities, painting offers a unique way to communicate and connect with the world around them. It promotes freedom of creative expression, allowing them to relax, explore new ideas, and think in ways that transcend traditional boundaries.\r\n\r\nMany of our children face language limitations, and your donation has helped give them a voice. Through painting, they are able to express emotions, tell stories, and share their perspectives in ways that words often cannot capture. This has not only enriched their learning experience but has also fostered greater self-awareness, boosted self-esteem, and encouraged self-expression.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our classroom has become a more vibrant, inclusive, and inspiring space. The joy on our students' faces as they dive into their art projects is a testament to the impact of your generosity.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your support and belief in the transformative power of art. Thank you for helping us nurture creativity, confidence, and connection in every child.","fullyFundedDate":1742584071765,"projectUrl":"project/painting-into-the-new-year/9019732/","projectTitle":"Painting Into the New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Donna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8831993_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667580933406","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8831993"},{"teacherId":8831993,"projectId":8414890,"letterContent":"🌟 Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! 🌟\r\n\r\nYour generous donation toward the Little Spot series by Diane Alber has made a profound impact on our children's emotional growth and well-being. Because of your support, we were able to provide engaging books, expressive puppets, and enriching videos that bring social-emotional learning to life in a way that is both fun and deeply meaningful.\r\n\r\nThese resources have helped our students:\r\n\r\n💬 Understand and manage emotions through relatable characters like Little Spot of Anger, Happiness, and Anxiety.\r\n\r\n🎯 Set personal goals and build resilience by learning how to navigate challenges with confidence.\r\n\r\n🤝 Make responsible decisions and practice empathy in everyday interactions.\r\n\r\n🧠 Resolve conflicts peacefully and communicate effectively with peers and adults.\r\n\r\n💞 Build stronger relationships by recognizing and respecting the feelings of others.\r\n\r\nThe puppets and videos have added a dynamic, interactive layer to our lessons, allowing children to role-play, reflect, and internalize these essential life skills. The books have become cherished favorites—sparking conversations, laughter, and moments of self-discovery.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, we're not just teaching academics—we're nurturing kind, thoughtful, and emotionally intelligent individuals who are better equipped to thrive in school and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1726694016922,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-learning-with-autism/8414890/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Learning with Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Donna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8831993_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667580933406","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8831993"},{"teacherId":8831993,"projectId":9132163,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous support of the Learning Through the Eyes of Autism project. 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