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These rewards aren't just toys; they are tangible incentives that teach valuable lessons about earning, saving, and goal-setting.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our monthly \"Class Store\" is stocked, and students are building positive habits while experiencing the joy of saving their points for special items.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your belief in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1756146122083,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-treasure-box-fueling-motivat/9528988/","projectTitle":"Classroom Treasure Box – Fueling Motivation & Joy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Becky Meuse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp116986_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754175458968","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/brmeuse"},{"teacherId":116986,"projectId":9537042,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart, for your incredible generosity and support. Because of you, my students will soon have a vibrant, dynamic collection of graphic novels that transform classic tales into visual adventures. This isn't just about reading; it's about opening up the world and sparking a love for diverse cultures.\r\n\r\nThese books are a powerful tool for literacy and cross-cultural understanding. We can't wait to compare, contrast, and be inspired by how people across the globe tell their most cherished stories.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made our classroom a truly global reading space. 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Even adults question if I have art on the floors! \r\n\r\nIt's been such a beautiful year and I look forward to showing every student that comes to my classroom and sensory items to use.","fullyFundedDate":1742949429903,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-experiences-in-primary-autism/9208494/","projectTitle":"Sensory Experiences in Primary Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mandril","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7012493_orig.jpg?crop=1187,1188,x0,y75&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633465306836","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7012493"},{"teacherId":542054,"projectId":9092545,"letterContent":"This grant had a meaningful impact on my students by allowing them to explore the life and artwork of Leonardo da Vinci, one of the greatest minds of the Renaissance. Students learned about his contributions as an artist, inventor, and engineer, gaining insight into his paintings, drawings, and scientific ideas. They focused especially on portrait painting and created their own versions of the Mona Lisa using the art supplies provided. These materials were a valuable resource in our urban school, where access to such supplies is often limited. Students applied key elements of art, such as line, shape, color, texture, and value, while developing their own creative interpretations. Their completed portraits were proudly displayed in the school. This project deepened students' understanding of art history. 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Once again, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1745846985212,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-the-wonders-of-the-ocean-throu/9093093/","projectTitle":"Exploring the Wonders of the Ocean Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jernigan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp542054_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454304057912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/542054"},{"teacherId":542054,"projectId":9093128,"letterContent":"This grant had a meaningful impact on my students by allowing them to explore the intersection of science, and art through a dinosaur-themed project. My students are happy to have the materials needed to create their artwork. Through this project, students learned about the Mesozoic Era, fossil discovery, and the work of paleontologists while studying species like Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, Velociraptor, and Stegosaurus. They applied key elements of art, such as shape, texture, and color, to bring these ancient creatures to life on paper. The hands-on activities sparked curiosity and helped students develop both their artistic and scientific understanding. Their completed artwork was displayed throughout the school. This project strengthened their critical thinking, and hopefully nurtured a lasting interest in Earth's natural history. Thank you for your generosity. Once again, thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1745846934377,"projectUrl":"project/dinosaur-discoveries-a-hands-on-science/9093128/","projectTitle":"Dinosaur Discoveries: a Hands-On Science and Art Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jernigan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp542054_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454304057912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/542054"},{"teacherId":542054,"projectId":9093138,"letterContent":"This grant allowed my students to explore the life and artwork of Georgia O'Keeffe while deepening their understanding of art and art history. As students learned about O'Keeffe's nature-inspired paintings, they gained appreciation for her unique style and contributions to American art. Students created their own artwork inspired by natural subjects, applying key design concepts and art elements such as line, shape, color, texture, and value. The art materials went far in our urban school, where art supplies are often extremely limited. The students were excited and grateful to have access to quality materials that allowed them to express their creativity. Their finished pieces were displayed in the school before being taken home to share with their families. This project supported academic and emotional growth, meeting Nevada's state standards for elementary art education. Thanks to this grant, students experienced a meaningful connection between art, history, and self-expression. 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