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These puzzles are not only a wonderful source of fun but also serve as valuable tools that support critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork. Your generosity helps create a more dynamic and enriching learning environment, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1778640311272,"projectUrl":"project/puzzling-together/10268427/","projectTitle":"Puzzling Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8055617"},{"teacherId":8055617,"projectId":9629468,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project for graphing calculators. They allow my students to connect graphical representations to equations and written descriptions. Additionally, we have used the calculators to explore and predict data, a real life skill that is used in many professions. Since we have the calculators available in the classroom, I have also kept a few off to the side to check out to students over night. This has allowed students to take home the technology and use it independently. Thank you for leveling the playing field in my math classroom, everyone should have equal access to this tool and you have made that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1758908346272,"projectUrl":"project/graphing-calculators/9629468/","projectTitle":"Graphing Calculators","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8055617"},{"teacherId":4824550,"projectId":10165502,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting this Earth Day project and giving my students the opportunity to witness the wonders of nature by planting seeds and watching them grow into colorful flowers and edible vegetables. This will strengthen the connection between my students and nature, and reinforce the importance of environmental stewardship. This planet is our home and we must care for it. Helping students develop an understanding of environmental stewardship will have long lasting effects on our planet. Earth has finite resources and each individual's choices matter, from the foods we eat, the consumer products we purchase, how we dispose of garbage, our recreational activities, etc... 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When the materials first arrived, students were genuinely excited and eager to begin. Seeing the boxes of food and supplies made the project feel real and impactful, and students immediately started discussing how the food could help meet immediate needs. Several students expressed pride in knowing they were part of something larger than themselves and that their efforts would directly support people in our local neighborhood. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1763995237668,"projectUrl":"project/filling-in-the-gaps/9891297/","projectTitle":"Filling in the Gaps","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cox","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7486090"},{"teacherId":3372442,"projectId":9989317,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, thank you for your generous contributions of supplies. Your donation of mechanical pencils, lead, snacks, and fresheners has made a meaningful difference in our classrooms.\r\nThese items may seem simple, but they play an important role in helping students stay prepared, focused, and comfortable throughout the school day. Having reliable writing tools ensures students can fully engage in their learning, while the snacks and fresheners contribute to a more welcoming and supportive environment.\r\nYour kindness and commitment to supporting education are deeply appreciated. Because of you, our students are better equipped to succeed and feel cared for in their learning space.\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for being an important part of our community.","fullyFundedDate":1769551648268,"projectUrl":"project/new-supplies-for-a-new-year/9989317/","projectTitle":"New Supplies for a New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lawrence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3372442"},{"teacherId":59378,"projectId":10049376,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support in bringing the Meta Quest VR headsets to our classroom. This VR is a game changer for our students, allowing them to step beyond the walls of the school and immerse themselves in the world's historical sites. By experiencing world history virtually, they are no longer just reading about the past; they are walking through it, which has sparked a level of curiosity and engagement that is truly inspiring to witness. Being able to \"visit\" different countries and cultures as if they were actually there helps them build empathy and a deeper understanding of the world around them.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for this great opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1774584772784,"projectUrl":"project/the-global-perspective/10049376/","projectTitle":"The Global Perspective","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Manswell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp59378_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1467916488688","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hmanswell"},{"teacherId":4824550,"projectId":10190976,"letterContent":"Earth Day is April 22nd, but environmental stewardship needs to be a part of our consciousness every day. 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These changes of clothing as well as feminine hygiene supplies and deodorant and body wash have provided my students with comfort and peace of mind. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1772550478202,"projectUrl":"project/wellness-cart-restock/10052372/","projectTitle":"Wellness Cart Restock","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4824550_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1600638503435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stom"},{"teacherId":8055617,"projectId":9968662,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project for Lunar New Year Celebration supplies. I was very gratifying for me to be able to share a bit of my culture with my students. I explained the tradition before passing out the red envelopes. They were very excited to receive the red envelopes with the scratch offs, lucky coins, and treats. Former students also stopped by to collect their red envelopes after word got out. Even though we live in New York City where we are blessed with an amazing cultural and ethnic diversity, many of my students have not ventured far beyond our immediate school neighborhood, and this was a great way to share my culture with them. 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