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These moments can be stressful and embarrassing for students, but your kindness ensures that they are met with care, discretion, and compassion instead of worry or shame.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful for your belief in the importance of meeting students' basic needs so they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Projects like this may not always be visible, but their impact is lasting. Because of you, our students will know that there are people in their community who care deeply about their well-being. Your generosity sends a powerful message to our boys: they matter, they are supported, and they deserve comfort and confidence every day. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our school and in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1764728351573,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-and-confidence/9796792/","projectTitle":"Comfort and Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schafer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5994292_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1541527116652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rachel-schafer"},{"teacherId":153308,"projectId":9660814,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our classroom project! Your support provided gift cards to TeachersPayTeachers.com, and I'm already putting them to great use. The giftcards have provided virtual field trips, project packets, and scaffolded practice worksheets for my English learners—materials that make lessons more accessible, engaging, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nI'm truly excited to bring more interactive and enriching activities to all of my students for the rest of the school year. Your kindness is making a real difference in their learning experience, and we are so grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and helping the students grow!","fullyFundedDate":1760735623205,"projectUrl":"project/custom-resources-for-middle-school-engli/9660814/","projectTitle":"Custom Resources for Middle School English Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Eagle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-eagle"},{"teacherId":5279864,"projectId":9810699,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us purchase a new classroom shelf. Your contribution has made a meaningful difference in creating a more organized, accessible learning environment for our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, we now have a space where materials can be stored at reachable heights, allowing students—especially those with mobility difficulties—to access what they need more independently. This simple addition to our classroom has already helped students feel more confident and included in their learning.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your commitment to supporting our students and for helping us create a classroom where every learner can thrive. Our next goal is to continue practicing our grade-level skills while also building real live money skills through our classroom store.","fullyFundedDate":1760650243695,"projectUrl":"project/accessible-organization-shelving-for-in/9810699/","projectTitle":"Accessible Organization: Shelving for Independence and Inclusion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harcourt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5279864_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522609414877","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5279864"},{"teacherId":153308,"projectId":9488400,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! My English learners were thrilled to receive the mini-fridge, microwave, and large pack of microwaveable popcorn. These additions have made such a positive difference in our learning environment.\r\n\r\nWe now use the mini-fridge to keep students' drinks cool throughout the day, and having the microwave and popcorn has added a fun, comforting touch to our classroom community. Sharing popcorn together has become a small but special way for us to celebrate our hard work and enjoy time together.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a more welcoming and enjoyable space for my students—a place where they feel valued and cared for. We truly appreciate your support and the joy you've brought to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1760735623553,"projectUrl":"project/warm-meals-and-cold-drinks-for-our-class/9488400/","projectTitle":"Warm Meals and Cold Drinks for Our Classroom Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Eagle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-eagle"},{"teacherId":317537,"projectId":9866594,"letterContent":"When the refrigerator and microwave arrived, my English Language Learner students were absolutely thrilled. Many of them bring food from home or skip breakfast because they don't have time to eat before school. Now they can safely store cold drinks, heat up breakfast items, and enjoy a warm meal before starting their day. These resources have already created a more comfortable and supportive learning environment where students feel cared for and prepared to learn.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching a group of students gather around the new microwave, excitedly showing each other how to use it and sharing snacks from their different cultures. It opened up a great conversation about food, traditions, and community. This simple project has made our classroom feel more like a welcoming space where students can relax, connect, and focus on learning.","fullyFundedDate":1763498174376,"projectUrl":"project/warm-meals-and-cold-drinks-for-our-class/9866594/","projectTitle":"Warm Meals and Cold Drinks for Our Classroom Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Icenhower","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp317537_orig.png?crop=1080,1080,x0,y648&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743700737920","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/317537"},{"teacherId":9968728,"projectId":9171160,"letterContent":"The iPad has made learning more engaging and accessible for my students, especially for my English Language Learners when I work with them in small group. They also love using interactive apps to practice reading, vocabulary, and projects, which makes lessons fun and motivating. Students who are usually quiet or struggle with traditional assignments are now more confident, participating in class and completing work independently. The iPad has truly opened new opportunities for learning and growth in my classroom and most importantly, it is replacing the phone use in my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1749506784332,"projectUrl":"project/bridging-language-barriers-with-technolo/9171160/","projectTitle":"Bridging Language Barriers With Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martinez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9968728"},{"teacherId":153308,"projectId":9716233,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the incredible donation of AirPods with translation features for our middle school ESL classroom! This gift will make such a meaningful difference for our English learners. With these tools, students will be able to access language support more easily, communicate with confidence, and participate more fully in class. As a teacher, it will help me be able to better understand the needs of my students\r\n\r\nYour generosity brings excitement, empowerment, and opportunity to our classroom. We are so grateful for your support and for believing in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1760735623375,"projectUrl":"project/live-translation-for-eager-english-learn/9716233/","projectTitle":"Live Translation for Eager English Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Eagle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-eagle"},{"teacherId":153308,"projectId":9424352,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of storage cabinets to our middle school ESL classroom. Your support means more than you know. These cabinets will help us safely organize and store our SEL materials—puzzles, games, Legos, and craft supplies—that our students use every day to learn, build community, and feel supported.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom will be a more welcoming, structured, and engaging space. Your kindness truly makes a difference for our English learners, and we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1760735623717,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-learn-storage-for-sel-hands-/9424352/","projectTitle":"Ready to Learn: Storage for SEL & Hands-On Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Eagle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-eagle"},{"teacherId":5994292,"projectId":9796843,"letterContent":"Wow—thank you so much for fully funding this project! Your kindness and generosity mean the world to our students and to me. Because of you, our girls will have access to clean underwear, pads, and personal storage containers—items that help them feel comfortable, confident, and cared for every single day.These essentials may seem small, but they make a huge difference. When students don't have to worry about accidents or unexpected moments, they can focus on learning, participating, and simply being kids. You've helped remove a barrier that too often goes unseen, and in doing so, you've given our students dignity and peace of mind.I am deeply grateful for your support and for believing in the importance of caring for the whole student—body, mind, and heart. Because of your generosity, our girls will know that they are valued and supported by a community that truly cares. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact!","fullyFundedDate":1759935818549,"projectUrl":"project/essentials-for-our-girls/9796843/","projectTitle":"Essentials For Our Girls","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schafer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5994292_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1541527116652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rachel-schafer"},{"teacherId":153308,"projectId":9446587,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom project for lamps! Your support has helped us create a warm, welcoming, and comfortable space for my English learners. The new lighting makes a big difference — our classroom feels calm, inviting, and perfect for reading, writing, and small group discussions.\r\n\r\nMy students notice the change every day. They often comment that it feels \"peaceful\" or \"like home.\" That sense of comfort helps them focus, practice their English, and feel proud of their learning space.\r\n\r\nThank you for brightening our classroom — in more ways than one!","fullyFundedDate":1760735622607,"projectUrl":"project/lighting-the-way-for-english-learners/9446587/","projectTitle":"Lighting the Way for English Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Eagle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-eagle"},{"teacherId":1021105,"projectId":9342625,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classroom! I moved rooms this summer and my new room has a tile floor. To help keep it clean and safe, this project provided tennis balls for the bottoms of all chairs. This helps the chairs move easier and doesn't scratch the clean floor. We also got a swiffer and a broom to tidy up throughout the day. We've already used both several times.\r\nKeeping a classroom clean can be a challenge, but this project helped us a lot. Students can take ownership of cleaning up their own messes and we can make sure everyone is safe. I really appreciate your support of this project and helping us to have a safe and clean school year! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1749506783081,"projectUrl":"project/clean-safe-for-a-new-year/9342625/","projectTitle":"Clean & Safe for a New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaufman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1021105_orig.jpg?crop=2936,2936,x0,y215&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656963938669","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskaufman"},{"teacherId":1021105,"projectId":9088806,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations to this project! I was able to provide many students with snacks throughout the day or breakfast if they came to school late. Students with full bellies are able to better concentrate on school work, which helps their ability to learn. They liked all of the different options I could provide from this project. We avoided allergies and kept students from being hungry.\r\nI greatly appreciate the support you have given me with this project. I had snacks from last school year to the beginning of this school year, which helped us start the year strong. I like to provide all I can for my students and Donorschoose and YOU are a big help to that. I would not be able to run my classroom without your continued support. 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