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They are able to record, edit, and produce their own music tracks, which fosters creativity and critical thinking. The ability to collaborate on projects using digital tools has also improved their teamwork and communication skills.\r\nThank you for being a vital part of our community and for helping us create a brighter future for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1760693643021,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-music-producers/9771806/","projectTitle":"Middle School Music Producers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5005153_orig.jpg?crop=1008,1008,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708100990000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dramarobot"},{"teacherId":5005153,"projectId":9778931,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support in funding our \"Creative Clutter\" project! We are truly grateful for your contribution, which has had a positive impact on our school's maker space and, most importantly, on our students. With our new organizational materials, our maker space has become a hub of creativity and innovation. The students eagerly dive into projects, knowing precisely where to find the tools and materials they need. This newfound orderliness has significantly increased the efficiency and enjoyment of our creative sessions as well as reduce the stress on our staff. Many students have expressed how tidy the room has become. Your generosity has inspired our students.","fullyFundedDate":1760713453780,"projectUrl":"project/creative-clutter/9778931/","projectTitle":"Creative Clutter","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5005153_orig.jpg?crop=1008,1008,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708100990000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dramarobot"},{"teacherId":546507,"projectId":9750372,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! The new resources have truly transformed our classroom experience. When my students first saw the Magnetic Atom Model Set, their eyes lit up. They couldn't wait to start building atoms and exploring how protons, neutrons, and electrons fit together. One student even said, \"This is really helpful!\" It was such a great moment because they immediately connected hands on learning with real-world concepts.\r\n\r\nWe kicked off a project called \"Build an Atom Challenge\" where students work in teams to construct models of different elements and explain their properties. The magnetic pieces make it easy for them to visualize atomic structure, which is something that's hard to grasp from a textbook alone. The excitement was contagious, students were asking questions like, \"What happens if we add more neutrons?\" and \"Can we make an atom have different number of protons and neutrons?\"\r\n\r\nThe snacks and fidget toys have been a huge hit too! They've helped create a positive, focused environment during our longer lab sessions. The headphone covers and cleaning supplies ensure everything stays safe and sanitary, which is so important for hands on science.","fullyFundedDate":1758824901868,"projectUrl":"project/see-it-to-believe-it/9750372/","projectTitle":"See It to Believe It","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nesbitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp546507_orig.jpg?crop=469,469,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596678893273","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/546507"},{"teacherId":10164489,"projectId":9565156,"letterContent":"I would like to share with immense gratitude, all of my appreciation for your gift towards my class. It warms my heart to be a recipient of your assistance towards making the \"Rewarding Resilience: Celebrating Continuous Effort and Growth\" project come into fruition. My students and I have utilized the resources you have helped financially provide in order to foster a rewarding and clean classroom environment. My students have reached out to me after class saying that they feel rewarded for their efforts in class and get even more excited to tell me about their progress on different assignments and math related activities ever since the project's commencement. \r\n\r\nIn an effort towards promoting a sense of recognition in the classroom, students were provided with the opportunity to win a reward provided from the project based on what they had accomplished academically in class. By allowing students to have a sense of choice in how they are rewarded, it has helped students feel that they are not receiving a generic reward for their hard work, but something they can genuinely appreciate. Your support has helped make a difference in student engagement in their math class. Thank you for believing in our students' potential, and helping to pave the way for their academic success.","fullyFundedDate":1755745795953,"projectUrl":"project/rewarding-resilience-celebrating-contin/9565156/","projectTitle":"Rewarding Resilience: Celebrating Continuous Effort and Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCallum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10164489"},{"teacherId":10245441,"projectId":9691949,"letterContent":"My middle school classroom is at a Title 9, lower income school. My scholars have a variety of mixed backgrounds. Some have never been in school, some have a couple of years, and some the full years possible. \r\n\r\nMy school provides many things for my classroom, but some hoped-for functionalities don't get funded. They really help learning happen smoother.\r\n\r\nSo I'm so grateful for donors to fill in the gap here in our society so teachers don't have to. My limited teaching income only allows me to buy certain things, and your partnership filled in the needed gaps.","fullyFundedDate":1758220743585,"projectUrl":"project/weve-got-the-power-strips/9691949/","projectTitle":"We've Got the Power ... Strips!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Stephens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10245441_orig.jpg?crop=1365,1365,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757442343455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10245441"},{"teacherId":3464599,"projectId":9578222,"letterContent":"Your generous donations have truly transformed the atmosphere in my classroom. For many of my students, the smallest reward represents something much bigger—recognition, belonging, and the feeling that someone believes in them. These incentives have sparked joy, boosted confidence, and inspired students who once struggled to now push themselves with pride and determination. \r\n\r\nWatching their faces light up when they earn something meaningful is a reminder of the power of kindness and community support. Your generosity has not just encouraged better grades and behavior—it has strengthened spirits, built hope, and reminded every student that they matter.","fullyFundedDate":1757536821977,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-yearfresh-supplies/9578222/","projectTitle":"Fresh Year...Fresh Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Colton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3464599_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455158221717","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joellemcolton"},{"teacherId":3464599,"projectId":9555407,"letterContent":"Your generous donations have truly transformed the atmosphere in my classroom. For many of my students, the smallest reward represents something much bigger—recognition, belonging, and the feeling that someone believes in them. These incentives have sparked joy, boosted confidence, and inspired students who once struggled to now push themselves with pride and determination. \r\n\r\nWatching their faces light up when they earn something meaningful is a reminder of the power of kindness and community support. Your generosity has not just encouraged better grades and behavior—it has strengthened spirits, built hope, and reminded every student that they matter.\r\n\r\nThanks again.","fullyFundedDate":1757536821107,"projectUrl":"project/most-popular-pbis-store-at-school/9555407/","projectTitle":"Most Popular PBIS Store at School!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Colton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3464599_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455158221717","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joellemcolton"},{"teacherId":10080059,"projectId":9573908,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. My students and I were so grateful for your support to fill the space as a first time teacher. Your gift has been used to purchase needed snacks, decoration, and teacher supplies for the classroom, as well to help prepare the next instructor to take over.\r\n\r\nThe students at McClintock Middle School are so grateful for your belief in them and your willingness to help them achieve their goals. Your kindness has not only enriched the classroom but has also motivated both the students and staff. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your amazing generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1756392729636,"projectUrl":"project/first-time-teacher-stock/9573908/","projectTitle":"First Time Teacher Stock!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Diaz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10080059_orig.jpg?crop=1057,1057,x100,y172&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752582632229","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10080059"},{"teacherId":8549283,"projectId":9467555,"letterContent":"I'm excited to share how your generous support has made a real difference in our classroom!\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, my students were thrilled. Their eyes lit up at the sight of the snacks and treats—something so simple, yet so meaningful. One student said, \"This feels like a reward for trying my best,\" and that's exactly what it is. These incentives have become a key part of our classroom culture, especially as we use them to celebrate iReady lesson completions. Students are now more motivated to stay focused and complete their learning goals, knowing their effort is recognized and rewarded.\r\n\r\nWe've already put the classroom supplies to great use. For example, during a recent group writing activity, students were able to stay organized and engaged thanks to the clean, well-stocked environment. Having tissues and wipes readily available meant fewer interruptions and more time spent learning. The sharpeners have been a game-changer—no more waiting in line or losing momentum during writing time!\r\n\r\nCurrently, we've launched a new module centered around *The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind*. This powerful story has sparked meaningful discussions about perseverance, innovation, and the impact of education. Students are exploring themes of resilience and resourcefulness, and your support has helped create the kind of environment where these conversations can thrive. Next, we'll be diving into research and creative projects inspired by the book, encouraging students to connect literature to real-world challenges and solutions.\r\n\r\nThank you again for being part of our journey. Your kindness has helped build not just a classroom, but a community.","fullyFundedDate":1755745137763,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-supplies-recipe-for-success/9467555/","projectTitle":"Snacks + Supplies = Recipe for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dowling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8549283_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659444434053","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8549283"},{"teacherId":668699,"projectId":9456247,"letterContent":"I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous contributions to our library makerspace. Your support has allowed us to replenish essential materials like bracelet-making supplies and paint—resources that spark creativity, collaboration, and joy among our students.\r\nThanks to your kindness, our makerspace continues to be a vibrant hub where learners explore, create, and express themselves. Whether it's crafting a bracelet for a friend or painting a new masterpiece, your donation helps make these meaningful moments possible.\r\nPlease know that your impact is deeply felt and sincerely appreciated. Thank you for investing in our students and their creative journeys.","fullyFundedDate":1754570852126,"projectUrl":"project/middle-schoolers-create/9456247/","projectTitle":"Middle Schoolers Create","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp668699_orig.png?crop=298,298,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603551995470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/668699"},{"teacherId":668699,"projectId":9456170,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support of our low tech makerspace! Because of your kindness and generosity, we've been able to add exciting new materials like perler beads and weaving looms to our space—tools that are already inspiring creativity and hands-on learning among our students.\r\nThese resources are more than just supplies; they're opportunities. Opportunities for students to explore new skills, express themselves artistically, and engage in meaningful, joyful learning experiences. Whether they're designing pixel art with perler beads or discovering the rhythm of weaving, your donation is helping to build confidence, curiosity, and community.\r\nPlease know that your gift is making a lasting impact. Our students—and I—are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1754570852382,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-students-love-to-create/9456170/","projectTitle":"Middle School Students LOVE to Create","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp668699_orig.png?crop=298,298,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603551995470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/668699"},{"teacherId":1552275,"projectId":9477939,"letterContent":"In reading 'A Long Walk to Water' by Linda Sue Park, my students got the opportunity to explore themes of perseverance, empathy, and global awareness. Through the dual narratives of Salva and Nya, they learned about the challenges faced in Sudan and the importance of access to clean water. My kids developed critical thinking skills by analyzing character motivations, making connections to real-world issues, and reflecting on how adversity can shape personal growth. We had a debate-style discussions around resilience and the impact of humanitarian efforts, helping students build both comprehension and compassion.\r\n\r\nIn my classroom, high-quality reading is marked by active engagement, thoughtful questioning, and meaningful discussion. Students are encouraged to annotate their text, participate in meaningful discussion, and use textual evidence to support their ideas. Our rich reading environment includes opportunities to connect literature to their own lives and the world around them. I foster this by modeling close reading strategies, facilitating inquiry-based conversations, and integrating cross-curricular connections that deepen understanding and relevance.\r\n\r\nThree of my students (we'll call them Jamal, Ava, and Luis) each found unique inspiration in 'A Long Walk to Water.' Jamal was moved by Salva's journey and began researching ways to support clean water initiatives in his community. Ava connected with Nya's story and wrote a personal reflection on the importance of education for girls around the world. Luis, who previously struggled with reading, found the book's alternating perspectives engaging and began participating more actively in class discussions. 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