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We hope that you know that these snacks are helping our scholars learn and have success now and in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1762662071991,"projectUrl":"project/im-hungry/9792361/","projectTitle":"I'm Hungry","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1046026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458612548560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1046026"},{"teacherId":1046026,"projectId":9409498,"letterContent":"I can't explain to you the impact you have made in our daily learning. The snacks provided through this project allow our students to focus on the learning that is happening in class. These snacks are not only a way to cheer them up but they are essential to keeping them focused on learning. Our students don't always have food readily available at home and come to school hungry.\r\nThese snacks allow our students to feel confident and satisfied. Thank you for your extreme generosity, you have made a huge difference!","fullyFundedDate":1759563840135,"projectUrl":"project/teacher-im-hungry/9409498/","projectTitle":"\"Teacher I'm Hungry\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1046026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458612548560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1046026"},{"teacherId":7019743,"projectId":9404898,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation that allowed our class to receive books about Lionel Messi! My students were so excited to learn about one of the greatest soccer players of all time. We used the books during Hispanic Heritage Month to explore who Lionel Messi is, his incredible journey, and the ways he has inspired and supported the Hispanic community.\r\n\r\nThe students loved reading about his determination, teamwork, and kindness both on and off the field. 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These lessons have made a world of difference in enriching our curriculum with supplemental materials at different learning levels. I really appreciate your kindness and generosity and my students appreciate it even more! The lessons are fabulous and creative and have allowed my students learning to expand.","fullyFundedDate":1757502818877,"projectUrl":"project/teachers-really-need-this/9662494/","projectTitle":"Teachers Really Need This!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1046026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458612548560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1046026"},{"teacherId":1046026,"projectId":9348251,"letterContent":"It is amazing the difference your generosity has made in keeping us healthy and clean, the donation of wipes and tissues have made my students germ free. 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The toys have given students an opportunity to develop fine motor skills, work in teams, and enhance their creativity, all of which will help them succeed as they move through school and life.\r\n\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, I want to say thank you again for making a real difference in our classroom. Your gift has touched each child in profound ways, and we will always remember the kindness that made it all possible.","fullyFundedDate":1746787278687,"projectUrl":"project/play-to-learn-equipping-my-kindergarten/9318277/","projectTitle":"Play to Learn! 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Thank you again for making an impact.","fullyFundedDate":1744229270040,"projectUrl":"project/books-to-help-us-dive-deep-into-learning/9225504/","projectTitle":"Books to Help Us Dive Deep Into Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1046026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458612548560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1046026"},{"teacherId":7019743,"projectId":7831575,"letterContent":"Adding yoga ball bouncy chairs to our classroom has been a game-changer! The students absolutely love this seating option—so much so that they often compete for a turn to sit on them. These chairs aren't just fun; they help my first graders, especially those with high energy or sensory needs, stay focused during lessons. The gentle bouncing helps them release energy in a controlled way, which leads to better concentration and improved behavior. 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It is inspiring my writers to make lists, notes, stories and wonderful flyers! Of course we have great art activities planned for the near future. \r\nMy students are coming in daily wanting to write in their journals because they have these wonderful markers. They are also excited about designing wonderful illustrations to go with their writings.\r\nThank you again for making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1741614469649,"projectUrl":"project/we-care-so-we-teach-writing/9147776/","projectTitle":"We Care, So We Teach Writing!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1046026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458612548560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1046026"},{"teacherId":1046026,"projectId":9142787,"letterContent":"These socks came in just in time for these cold rainy days. I have a few students who wear shoes without socks and now they don't have to thanks to you. I had bought one of my students socks earlier in the year and this lit up his face, unfortunately I can't afford to buy socks for all my students' in need. With your generous donation I was able to give a pair of socks to each and everyone of them and not leave anyone out. They were beyond excited to receive these fun socks and especially during these extra COLD days. I hope you know the impact you make is HUGE!!!","fullyFundedDate":1741293196059,"projectUrl":"project/blow-my-socks-off/9142787/","projectTitle":"Blow My Socks Off!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1046026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458612548560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1046026"},{"teacherId":1046026,"projectId":9037335,"letterContent":"It is amazing how your snacks have impacted our student's learning. With these snacks they find the energy to continue working through the long hours at school and are motivated to keep working to be rewarded with a treat. These healthy snacks are providing some of my students with their first meal of the day, which many of us take for granted. Thank you for stopping the constant complains of tummy aches and growling tummies in our class and helping our students focus on their learning. 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