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Your support allowed us to build a truly standards-aligned unit on science fiction and social commentary, and the excitement it sparked in my classroom has been incredible.\r\n\r\nBehind the scenes, this project also had a journey of its own. Although it was funded some time ago, the original vendor could no longer supply the books. The DonorsChoose team worked tirelessly to locate another vendor, and together they gathered copies from multiple locations. This process did take several weeks in which books were mailed one by one. Thankfully, every book arrived, and my students received the complete set you made possible! Your selflessness and belief in our classroom made every hurdle worth it. These books have already contributed so much to my students' success this semester, and I am hopeful that they will continue to empower future classes for years to come. Thank you for investing in us, believing in the power of reading, and helping my students feel seen, supported, and inspired. Our school community is so blessed to have supporters like you in our corner!","fullyFundedDate":1754331072420,"projectUrl":"project/new-novels-to-master-the-new-georgia-ela/9502283/","projectTitle":"New Novels to Master the New Georgia ELA Standards!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9111795"},{"teacherId":9080205,"projectId":9429518,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support of my classroom. Your donations have made a meaningful difference for my students, many of whom have terminal and physical disabilities.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, I have been able to provide special Friday rewards that my students look forward to each week. These small celebrations have brought so much joy and motivation, especially during their final year of high school. It's something they truly cherish — a moment to smile and feel proud of their hard work.\r\n\r\nYour contributions also provided hundreds of plastic utensils, which have been incredibly helpful for one of my students who has a terminal illness and is too weak to use regular metal silverware. The plastic utensils allow him to eat more comfortably and maintain a sense of independence during meals. In addition, the mechanical pencils you funded have been a wonderful support for students with limited muscle strength, giving them the ability to write with ease and confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students' faces lit up with excitement and gratitude. They were touched that people they've never met cared enough to make their days brighter and their learning experience more accessible.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, my students are continuing to engage in their lessons with renewed motivation and comfort. As they prepare for graduation, your gifts have not only supported their education but also brought joy and dignity to their final year.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart — and on behalf of my incredible students — thank you for your compassion and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1754330887834,"projectUrl":"project/the-final-push-one-last-year-of-strengt/9429518/","projectTitle":"The Final Push: One Last Year of Strength","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Megan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9080205_orig.jpg?crop=646,646,x55,y79&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687373991298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9080205"},{"teacherId":9690330,"projectId":8678089,"letterContent":"Your generous donation for equipment for our students helped tremendously with making the start to our school year smooth. The reeds purchased with your funding went to help students that may not have been able to afford high quality equipment required to produce a fantastic sound on their instrument. Our students were immensely grateful and put the equipment to full use almost immediately. The reeds were especially helpful on the marching field as they last a good bit longer than their cane counterparts and stand up better to being in the elements.","fullyFundedDate":1725032388221,"projectUrl":"project/reeds-for-reading-music/8678089/","projectTitle":"Reeds for Reading Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Frey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9690330_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y191&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746623384396","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9690330"},{"teacherId":9111795,"projectId":8612222,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to my classroom's DonorsChoose project. Because of your support, I was able to purchase a full class set of headphones and vibrant printer paper—both of which are already making a meaningful impact on student learning. The headphones are being used regularly for our bi-annual literacy testing and for personalized, self-paced lessons that allow students to engage in both remediation and enrichment activities tailored to their needs. These tools are helping to create a more effective and focused learning environment for every student.\r\n\r\nThe colorful printer paper has also been a hit in the classroom! I use it to print out class notes, which not only helps students stay more organized but also adds a layer of visual interest that keeps them engaged. It's been amazing to see how something as simple as colorful notes can help students keep track of their materials and take more ownership of their learning. Your donations have directly supported our efforts to improve student achievement—because at the end of the day, that's the goal. Thank you for investing in our classroom and in the future of these students and the students thereafter.","fullyFundedDate":1733859443451,"projectUrl":"project/learning-with-audio-studying-in-color/8612222/","projectTitle":"Learning With Audio; Studying in Color!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9111795"},{"teacherId":9080205,"projectId":8962873,"letterContent":"I am writing this letter with a heart full of gratitude and appreciation for your incredibly generous donation to my classroom. Your kindness and support are truly beyond words, and I am deeply touched by your selfless act of giving.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher of children with disabilities, I am continuously striving to create a learning environment where each student feels valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. The students in my class face unique challenges, and providing them with the tools and resources they need to thrive is my primary goal. Your donation is making that goal a reality. \r\n\r\nIn addition to enhancing their academic progress, the snacks have brought a sense of excitement and enjoyment into our classroom. 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