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The students have stayed motivated, engaged, and excited to come to class each day. Thank you again for your generosity and support. It has helped make the end of the school year an amazing experience for my students, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1770143294518,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-sensory-needs-and-iep-goals-t/10078162/","projectTitle":"Supporting Sensory Needs and IEP Goals Through Calm, Hands-On Learning”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Farah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9190571"},{"teacherId":9469776,"projectId":10051043,"letterContent":"The new technology has made a meaningful impact on my students' learning by increasing engagement, participation, and confidence in the classroom. Many students learn best when they can interact with lessons visually and hands-on, and this technology gives them opportunities to actively participate instead of only listening to instruction. Students are able to collaborate, practice skills independently, and receive immediate feedback, which helps strengthen both understanding and motivation.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most exciting for students is the opportunity to use tools that make learning more interactive and creative. They enjoy being able to explore lessons in new ways, work together on activities, and use technology to express their ideas. The excitement and curiosity I see when students use these resources has created a more positive and energetic learning environment.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously quiet or hesitant to participate have especially benefited from the new technology. Some students feel more comfortable sharing their ideas digitally, while others have become more confident because the technology allows them to learn at their own pace and receive support in different formats. It has been rewarding to watch students become more engaged, independent, and enthusiastic about learning.","fullyFundedDate":1770928645579,"projectUrl":"project/empower-explore-excel/10051043/","projectTitle":"Empower, Explore, Excel","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Munolaki Hidig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9469776"},{"teacherId":9402019,"projectId":10064563,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Keeping Learning Going Online During Community Challenges.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in the lives of my middle school students at Metro Schools College Prep in Minneapolis.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students were able to continue learning and stay connected even during difficult situations that affected our school community. The technology and online learning resources helped students access lessons, complete assignments, participate in virtual discussions, and continue practicing important academic skills from home. Many of my students come from diverse backgrounds, including English language learners, and having reliable access to digital learning tools helped them feel more confident, included, and engaged in class activities.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting parts for my students was being able to interact with lessons in a more engaging and flexible way. Students enjoyed participating in online science activities, educational games, virtual discussions, and collaborative projects that kept learning active and meaningful. Some students who were usually shy in the classroom became more comfortable participating online and sharing their ideas with classmates.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a more supportive and connected learning environment for my students. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for investing in the future of our learners. Your support continues to inspire both me and my students every day.","fullyFundedDate":1769800213166,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-learning-going-online-during-com/10064563/","projectTitle":"Keeping Learning Going Online During Community Challenges","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9402019_orig.jpg?crop=1548,1548,x0,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769875660087","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9402019"},{"teacherId":9008595,"projectId":9940428,"letterContent":"The track and field equipment we were able to purchase because of your support has been so helpful during the track and field season. We use the hurdles to simulate the high hurdles experience on the track and to help with mobility drills for the athletes. The medicine balls and cones have also elevated our program. The sanitary products help to keep athletes feeling healthy and safe. We are currently preparing for upcoming track and field meets and our preparedness would not be where it is at without your help. \r\n\r\nThe participation in track and field saw a resurgence this year after failing to garner enough members to justify expenses last year. Your support not only gave the students more tangible equipment to work with, but inspired me to give more of myself to this program that I love. 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During our virtual learning sessions, having a fast, dependable device allows me to stay seamlessly connected with my students without the frustration of technical delays. It has made me much more effective and provide real-time feedback, ensuring that no student feels isolated while learning from home. This project hasn't just provided \"tech\"—it has strengthened the vital connection between teacher and student in a modern, equitable way.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your kindness. You haven't just given us \"tech\"—you've given my students the quiet and the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1771031161383,"projectUrl":"project/laptop-and-headphones-for-equitable-lear/10074788/","projectTitle":"Laptop and Headphones for Equitable Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pearl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9402023_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758427995673","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9402023"},{"teacherId":9402023,"projectId":10076426,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity in supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of your support, my students received snacks that truly made a meaningful impact on their school day.\r\n\r\nFor many students, these snacks became more than just treats — they became a source of comfort, energy, and motivation. One moment that truly touched my heart was when a student shared that she had not eaten breakfast that morning. I gave her a protein bar, and she was incredibly grateful. She smiled and told me she finally had energy to learn that day. Small moments like this remind me how important your generosity is to our students' well-being and success.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited and happy when they saw the snacks arrive in our classroom. The snacks also became positive incentives during lessons and discussions. I used them as rewards for participation, and it encouraged students to engage more, share ideas confidently, and stay motivated during class activities. It created a more joyful and encouraging learning environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helped nourish not only their bodies, but also their enthusiasm for learning. Thank you for caring about my students and for making a direct difference in their daily lives. Your support means more than words can express.","fullyFundedDate":1770668799134,"projectUrl":"project/bites-bright-minds-nourishing-student/10076426/","projectTitle":"Bites & Bright Minds: Nourishing Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pearl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9402023_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758427995673","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9402023"},{"teacherId":9402023,"projectId":9742681,"letterContent":"The arrival of our new resources has sparked a wonderful transformation in our classroom environment. We are using the printer ink to bring our Social Studies research to life, allowing students to print high-quality primary source documents and visual projects that they can proudly display. 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