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Moments like these remind our students that their efforts matter—and that there is a caring community cheering them on every step of the way.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in the power of education, encouragement, and celebration. Thank you for helping us make Sweet Success a special event that truly lived up to its name!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1745977827294,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-success/9290994/","projectTitle":"Sweet Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Braddy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3744568_orig.jpg?crop=1291,1291,x546,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691606194957","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/april-kirby-braddy"},{"teacherId":3744568,"projectId":9302345,"letterContent":"n behalf of our entire team and the amazing young authors who participated, thank you for your generous support of our Authors Tea event. Your contribution helped create a truly memorable and inspiring experience for our students, their families, and our school community.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, we were able to celebrate student voices, creativity, and hard work in a meaningful way. The joy and pride on the students' faces as they shared their stories was truly priceless—an experience they will carry with them for years to come.\r\n\r\nYour generosity reminds us of the power of community and the importance of investing in our future storytellers. 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From planting seeds to harvesting vegetables, every part of this hands-on experience was a chance for our students to connect classroom learning with the natural world.\r\n\r\nThrough this project, students learned about life cycles, ecosystems, healthy eating, and the importance of caring for the environment. They developed patience, teamwork, and pride as they watched their gardens grow. For many, it was their first time planting something and seeing it thrive — a powerful and lasting experience.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, the garden has become more than just a learning space. It's a place of discovery, joy, and growth — for both plants and young minds alike.\r\n\r\nWe're so grateful to have you as part of our community. 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These resources have brought so much joy and engagement to our learning environment!\r\n\r\nThe karaoke machine has been a huge hit—it's not only boosted student confidence, but also encouraged creativity and collaboration during classroom activities. The fidget tools have been incredibly helpful in supporting focus and self-regulation, making a noticeable difference in our daily classroom experience.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created a more inclusive and energizing space for our students, and we are truly grateful. 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Through differentiated lessons and engaging art activities, my students were able to explore STEM in a fun and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in their learning journey. Your kindness and generosity continue to inspire and empower young mind","fullyFundedDate":1732044086126,"projectUrl":"project/fall-stem-engagement/8883049/","projectTitle":"Fall STEM Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Braddy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3744568_orig.jpg?crop=1291,1291,x546,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691606194957","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/april-kirby-braddy"},{"teacherId":6834823,"projectId":8923363,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for supporting my \"Hear Me Read\" project on DonorsChoose! 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