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Your support directly impacts our students every day, and we truly appreciate your kindness and investment in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1778227082011,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-gets-loud/10135041/","projectTitle":"Literacy Gets Loud!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brightwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8511934_orig.jpg?crop=2760,2760,x240,y260&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699365338894","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8511934"},{"teacherId":9475890,"projectId":10134765,"letterContent":"Thank you for your thoughtful donation of chair socks for our school! Small changes can make a big impact on students, and these chair socks have helped create calmer, quieter learning spaces throughout the building. Reducing unnecessary noise and distractions can help students feel more comfortable, focused, and emotionally regulated during the school day. The chair socks also help protect our classroom floors, keeping learning spaces safe and welcoming for everyone. Your generosity supports not only academics, but also the overall well-being of our students. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support of our school community!","fullyFundedDate":1778227084308,"projectUrl":"project/caring-immersed-in-quiet/10134765/","projectTitle":"Caring Immersed in Quiet!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hannah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9475890_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x37,y69&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762358958018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9475890"},{"teacherId":5945447,"projectId":10134794,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom through the donation of chair socks! In STEAM, students are constantly collaborating, building, experimenting, and moving throughout the room. The chair socks help greatly reduce noise and distractions, creating a more productive environment where students can focus on creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on learning. They also protect our floors from scratches and damage caused by frequent movement and activity. Because of your kindness, our classroom is quieter, more organized, and more comfortable for students to learn and explore new ideas. We sincerely appreciate your support of our STEAM program and students!","fullyFundedDate":1778227081782,"projectUrl":"project/chair-socks-for-steam/10134794/","projectTitle":"Chair Socks for STEAM!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McDonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5945447_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751331362586","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5945447"},{"teacherId":5946260,"projectId":10112880,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our students with the donation of chair socks! As a music teacher, I know how important sound and listening are in the learning process. Reducing the constant scraping and movement noises from chairs helps students hear instructions, rhythms, and music more clearly without unnecessary distractions. The quieter environment also creates a calmer atmosphere that helps students stay engaged and focused during lessons. In addition, the chair socks help protect our classroom floors from damage and wear. We are so thankful for your generosity and for helping create a better learning environment for all of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1778227081462,"projectUrl":"project/muffled-music/10112880/","projectTitle":"Muffled Music!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cooper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5946260_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y160&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680575376067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5946260"},{"teacherId":9519480,"projectId":10134720,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing chair socks for our classrooms and library spaces! In the library, a peaceful environment is so important because students need quiet spaces to read, think, and learn. The chair socks greatly reduce the scraping sounds that can interrupt concentration and distract readers. They also help protect our floors and keep our learning areas neat and welcoming for students and families. Because of your generosity, our students can enjoy a calmer, more comfortable environment where they can fully focus on books, creativity, and learning. Your kindness truly makes a difference each day!","fullyFundedDate":1778227082797,"projectUrl":"project/loud-library-troubles/10134720/","projectTitle":"Loud Library Troubles!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brooke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9519480"},{"teacherId":5950534,"projectId":10134520,"letterContent":"Thank you for your thoughtful donation of chair socks for our school! While PE is full of movement and activity, students still spend important time in classrooms before and after specials. The reduction in noise and distractions helps students stay calmer and more focused throughout the school day, which carries over into our gym as well. The chair socks also help protect our gym floor and classroom floors from scratches and wear, helping keep them in great condition for years to come. Your support helps create a more positive environment for learning and movement, and we are so grateful for your generosity and care for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1778227084098,"projectUrl":"project/quiet-chairs-show-we-care/10134520/","projectTitle":"Quiet Chairs Show We Care!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Whitney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5950534_orig.jpg?crop=838,838,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755182890088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5950534"},{"teacherId":5953455,"projectId":10133351,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with chair socks! Your generosity has made a noticeable difference in our art room every single day. The chair socks help reduce the loud scraping noises that can quickly become distracting during creative work time. Students are able to focus better, hear directions more clearly, and enjoy a calmer learning environment. They also protect our classroom floors from damage, helping keep our space safe and welcoming for everyone. We truly appreciate your kindness and support of our young artists and their learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1778227082185,"projectUrl":"project/socks-for-silence/10133351/","projectTitle":"Socks for Silence!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5953455_orig.jpg?crop=1842,1842,x0,y294&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698783476953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5953455"},{"teacherId":10061070,"projectId":10119666,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! My students are so excited to open these boxes and set up our goals!! These soccer goals will last for many years. They are made from sturdy, quality materials which will ensure our students can get a lot of use out of them! We currently don't have many options on our playground, so these two soccer goals will provide great opportunities for our students to try something new and have a variety of options. Again, we appreciate your kindness so much! You have brightened many students' day!","fullyFundedDate":1773847836543,"projectUrl":"project/community-service-through-soccer/10119666/","projectTitle":"Community Service Through Soccer!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10061070"},{"teacherId":9365642,"projectId":9497328,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through this project! Because of your generosity, our students now have access to sports balls that give them a healthy outlet for their energy. These tools help improve focus, encourage teamwork, and support both physical and academic growth. In our rural community, opportunities for structured activity are limited, so your gift truly makes a difference. We are so grateful for your kindness and for helping our students stay active, engaged, and ready to learn each day!","fullyFundedDate":1755361477796,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-fitness-for-young-scientists/9497328/","projectTitle":"Flexible Fitness for Young Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kayla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9365642_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y695&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777730293338","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lcdtabletsinmath"},{"teacherId":9365642,"projectId":9612623,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding Dressing the Part: Lab Coats & Goggles for Young Scientists! Your generosity is helping our students feel like real scientists as they explore, question, and discover. 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Each day, students use art materials not only to explore imagination and design, but also to build important life skills like planning, problem-solving, and responsible decision-making.\r\n\r\nThrough hands-on projects, students learn that materials are limited resources, introducing concepts like budgeting, financial responsibility, and resource management. They practice making thoughtful choices, revising their work, and using supplies wisely—skills that connect directly to future workforce readiness.\r\n\r\nYour support ensures every student has access to these essential tools, allowing them to create, learn, and develop habits that lead to lifelong success in both creativity and financial independence. Thank you for your generosity!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1772804063086,"projectUrl":"project/studio-restock-on-a-budget/10011689/","projectTitle":"Studio Restock on a Budget!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5953455_orig.jpg?crop=1842,1842,x0,y294&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698783476953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5953455"},{"teacherId":9475890,"projectId":10053913,"letterContent":"Your generosity is helping strengthen both safety and learning in our classroom. With the addition of proper safety locks, we will be able to quickly secure our door during emergencies, providing an added layer of protection for students and staff. Knowing that our classroom can be safely secured allows students to feel more comfortable and ready to focus on learning each day.\r\n\r\nThis project also gives students a meaningful opportunity to explore real-world financial decision-making. 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