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They weren't just answering questions — they were teaching each other, pointing to their builds as evidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students walked in and gasped when they saw the bins of bricks, and the energy carried straight into learning. What could have been \"just Legos\" quickly became focused, collaborative work. I heard comments like, \"Ohhh, this is the main clause because it's the straight line,\" and \"We need a conjunction piece here.\" Students who struggle with traditional paper-and-pencil tasks were suddenly leading their groups, solving problems, and fully participating. The hands-on element lowered anxiety and raised confidence in a way that surprised even me.\r\n\r\nNext, students will use the LEGO resources to deepen comprehension of our class novel by building scenes that represent character conflicts, themes, and plot development. They'll also design models to show figurative language and plan their own narrative writing by constructing story \"blueprints.\" These activities continue to blend creativity, critical thinking, and literacy skills, showing students that ELA can be just as innovative and hands-on as any other STEAM subject. Thank you for helping our students become more confident readers, writers, and thinkers — one brick at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1767187667134,"projectUrl":"project/building-better-readers-lego-literacy-l/9909515/","projectTitle":"Building Better Readers: LEGO Literacy Labs for Steam Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Holmes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10326900_orig.jpg?crop=383,383,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761151737443","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10326900"},{"teacherId":4357738,"projectId":9746415,"letterContent":"The standing desks have had a positive impact on my students by giving them more flexibility in how they learn and focus during class. Many middle school students struggle with sitting for long periods of time, and the option to stand has helped students stay engaged, energized, and on task. I noticed fewer distractions and more productive work time, especially during independent practice and longer lessons.\r\n\r\nThe standing desks also supported students who need movement to concentrate. Students were able to shift positions, stretch, and reset without disrupting instruction. This flexibility created a more comfortable and supportive learning environment and helped students take ownership of their learning. Overall, the standing desks contributed to improved focus, better participation, and a classroom culture that values student needs and learning styles.","fullyFundedDate":1763577756324,"projectUrl":"project/stand-up-for-success-flexible-desks-for/9746415/","projectTitle":"Stand Up for Success: Flexible Desks for Focused Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4357738_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524187593446","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4357738"},{"teacherId":4357738,"projectId":9734483,"letterContent":"The Calculating Calm: Wellness Kits for Middle School Minds project had a powerful impact on my students by helping them develop healthy strategies to manage stress, emotions, and everyday challenges. Through the wellness kits, students learned that taking care of their mental health is just as important as academic success. The hands-on tools encouraged students to pause, reflect, and practice calming techniques they could realistically use at school and at home. I noticed students becoming more self-aware, more open to discussing their emotions, and more willing to use positive coping strategies during stressful moments. This project created a supportive classroom environment where students felt seen, valued, and equipped with tools to regulate their emotions, improving both their well-being and their ability to focus and learn.","fullyFundedDate":1763666239924,"projectUrl":"project/calculating-calm-wellness-kits-for-midd/9734483/","projectTitle":"Calculating Calm: Wellness Kits for Middle School Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4357738_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524187593446","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4357738"},{"teacherId":4357738,"projectId":9723534,"letterContent":"The Meta Quest headsets have transformed learning in our classroom by allowing students to step inside the lesson instead of just reading about it. 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Because of your generosity, every student was able to fully participate in class without barriers caused by missing or malfunctioning equipment. These resources allowed me to focus more on teaching technique, musical understanding, and ensemble skills, helping students grow both individually and as a group. Your support made a lasting impact on our program and our students' love of music.","fullyFundedDate":1760693802948,"projectUrl":"project/mr-michauds-middle-school-band/9685788/","projectTitle":"Mr. Michaud's Middle School Band","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Michaud","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10225627"},{"teacherId":7782680,"projectId":9713134,"letterContent":"The impact of this project has already been witnessed in our middle school library. When I showed students the books they now had to choose from in the library, their eyes lit up and the joy showed on their faces. \r\n\r\nYour support means that students had books in their primary language to read for fun as they are working to gain skills in multiple languages. Thank you for providing this reading joy to our students! I can't begin to tell you the impact that these books are having in our school on multiple levels.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting this middle school library and our multilingual students. It means so much!","fullyFundedDate":1761593599564,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-multilingual-learners/9713134/","projectTitle":"Books for Multilingual Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sargent","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7782680_orig.jpg?crop=1461,1461,x796,y1088&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628970918060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/limslibrary"},{"teacherId":7782680,"projectId":9606842,"letterContent":"I want to thank you so much for funding this amazing and engaging project. Our book clubbers have been so excited about these book necklaces. \r\n\r\nWe have had the project in test mode for a bit with a few students and will be completing our necklaces at our holiday party coming up before Winter break. We will be discussing books and students will complete their necklaces to have to wear all Spring. They can also keep adding to them as they keep reading books on our book club list. \r\n\r\nThis was a really fun addition to book club this year. This project is keeping them motivated with reading as they anticipate filling up the necklace with beads for each book they read.","fullyFundedDate":1755743556905,"projectUrl":"project/book-necklaces-for-book-club/9606842/","projectTitle":"Book Necklaces for Book Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sargent","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7782680_orig.jpg?crop=1461,1461,x796,y1088&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628970918060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/limslibrary"},{"teacherId":4357738,"projectId":9731984,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my Green Spot Store project. Your generosity has brought new energy and excitement into my classroom. My students are already talking about the items they hope to earn, and they are motivated to work harder, show integrity, and make positive choices.\r\n\r\nThe Green Spot Store is more than a reward system. It is a way to build character, teach responsibility, and celebrate students who are doing the right thing even when no one is watching. Your support helps me create a classroom environment where students feel seen, encouraged, and proud of their growth.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, I can offer meaningful incentives that truly motivate middle schoolers. These small rewards lead to big changes in attitude and behavior. My students now have something positive to look forward to, and they know that good choices are noticed.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their success. Your kindness makes a real difference in our school and in the hearts of the young people I teach.","fullyFundedDate":1763577756639,"projectUrl":"project/stock-the-spot-expanding-our-green-spot/9731984/","projectTitle":"Stock the Spot: Expanding Our Green Spot Store","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4357738_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524187593446","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4357738"},{"teacherId":4357738,"projectId":9512808,"letterContent":"The Erase the Gaps: Daily Practice for Math Mastery project had a strong impact on my students by making daily math practice more interactive, visible, and engaging. The standing whiteboards and dry erase markers allowed students to work through problems in real time, quickly show their thinking, and receive immediate feedback. This made it easier to identify misunderstandings early and address gaps before they became bigger obstacles to learning.\r\n\r\nUsing the whiteboards also increased student confidence and participation. Students were more willing to attempt problems, take risks, and revise their thinking because mistakes could be easily erased and corrected. I noticed more movement, collaboration, and on-task behavior during practice time, especially from students who typically hesitate to participate. This project helped create a learning environment where practice felt active and supportive, and where students could build math mastery one problem at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1755745535062,"projectUrl":"project/erase-the-gaps-daily-practice-for-math/9512808/","projectTitle":"Erase the Gaps: Daily Practice for Math Mastery!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4357738_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524187593446","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4357738"},{"teacherId":4357738,"projectId":9675619,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous support of donors, my students now have access to a t-shirt press and Cricut machine, opening the door to a world of creativity, confidence, and hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nThese tools are already transforming our classroom:\r\n\r\nStudents can turn their ideas into real products: custom shirts, labels, decals, and classroom visuals. This gives them pride in their work and helps them see school as a place where their imagination matters.\r\n\r\nStudents love seeing how a simple idea can turn into a product they can wear or hold in their hands. Many have already asked how they could use tools like these to start a small business one day!","fullyFundedDate":1757550732815,"projectUrl":"project/tee-rific-learning-a-cricut-t-shirt-p/9675619/","projectTitle":"Tee-rific Learning: A Cricut & T-Shirt Press for Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4357738_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524187593446","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4357738"},{"teacherId":10010631,"projectId":9335407,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a more engaging and active learning space with our new flexible standing desks! My students and I use these resources daily during collaborative activities, group discussions, and independent work time. One memorable moment was during a recent social studies simulation project where students “traded” goods like ancient merchants. The desks gave them the freedom to move around, stand confidently to present their ideas, and stay energized throughout the activity. It was inspiring to see how the desks encouraged both focus and creativity.\n\nWhen the desks first arrived, my students’ faces lit up with excitement. Many of them immediately wanted to try them out, rolling into new spots to read, write, or share with a partner. Several students mentioned how much easier it was to focus while standing or moving a little instead of sitting still all class period. The simple joy of having choice in their learning environment has already made a huge impact on their motivation.\n\nLooking ahead, we will continue using the desks to support hands-on projects and presentations. For example, our upcoming lesson on ancient civilizations includes small group projects where students create visual displays and present to their peers. The desks will give them the flexibility to collaborate more naturally and present with confidence. Your gift has not only provided furniture but has also opened the door to more dynamic and engaging learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1755745535793,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-engagement-flexible-standi/9335407/","projectTitle":"Rolling into Engagement: Flexible Standing Desks for an Active Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chatman-Jenkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10010631_orig.jpg?crop=1584,1584,x324,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746118240274","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10010631"},{"teacherId":10010631,"projectId":9619588,"letterContent":"This project has had an incredible impact on my students' motivation, focus, and overall classroom culture. The snacks have helped students stay energized during long lessons, testing periods, and after-school activities. 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