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Your support means the world to us and has already made a big impact.\r\n\r\nThe students were so excited to explore the new titles. There's nothing quite like seeing their faces light up when they find a book that captures their imagination. These books are helping build not only stronger reading skills but also a lifelong love of learning and discovery.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has expanded our classroom library in a meaningful way, and we're so grateful for your contribution to our students' growth and education.","fullyFundedDate":1767928195385,"projectUrl":"project/our-bookshelf-is-empty/9985832/","projectTitle":"Our Bookshelf is Empty","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kargol","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3421892_orig.png?crop=722,722,x160,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626125733291","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-kargol"},{"teacherId":3421892,"projectId":9895070,"letterContent":"Thank you for all the wonderful materials. My students are having a blast with them. They are able to make books with the stapler and store them in the manila folders. 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I requested a collection of fans, strategically placed around the room, that are definitely going to make a huge difference in our classroom. Many of our students already struggle with sensory issues and others with attention deficit challenges. As the temperature rises, this can be both distracting and overstimulating. Your gift is sure to make a huge difference in our room. We are so very grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1758218105753,"projectUrl":"project/no-ac-no-problem-lets-bring-the-bree/9637715/","projectTitle":"No AC? No Problem — Let’s Bring the Breeze!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kargol","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3421892_orig.png?crop=722,722,x160,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626125733291","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-kargol"},{"teacherId":8251089,"projectId":9342772,"letterContent":"We have successfully started multiple spring wildflowers for our future prairie! We are so excited. 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It's going to be so fun to view climate change from multiple different perspectives. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for all of your support!","fullyFundedDate":1752771369239,"projectUrl":"project/climate-change-and-a-local-garden/9342772/","projectTitle":"Climate Change and a Local Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schertz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8251089_orig.jpg?crop=716,716,x358,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682087192335","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-schertz"},{"teacherId":3421892,"projectId":9297569,"letterContent":"Your donation helped my students get lap desks which has made a meaningful difference for my kindergarten students with special needs. It provides them with a flexible, personal workspace that supports their unique learning styles. 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We do not have air conditioning. I am so grateful to have this fan to help me and the students stay cool. I appreciate your support.","fullyFundedDate":1757080035878,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-a-fan/9646721/","projectTitle":"We Need a Fan","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kargol","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3421892_orig.png?crop=722,722,x160,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626125733291","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-kargol"},{"teacherId":3421892,"projectId":9307661,"letterContent":"Some of the materials were not available to order. I was able to purchase some board books for a calming area for my students. It has made a difference for my students with autism. The calming board books provide a safe, comforting activity so students can take a break, regulate their emotions, and regain control when feeling overwhelmed. Having a quiet activity available helps reduce stress and allows them to return to learning more focused and ready to engage. Your generosity has created a supportive environment that truly meets their needs. I'm so grateful for the positive impact it's already having in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1749683514525,"projectUrl":"project/light-table-materials/9307661/","projectTitle":"Light Table Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kargol","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3421892_orig.png?crop=722,722,x160,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626125733291","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-kargol"},{"teacherId":3421892,"projectId":9307659,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me get materials for the classroom calming center. It has made a difference for my students with autism. 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The tactile dots provide sensory input for sounding out and blending words! A great purchase I use almost every day! This has been so helpful during interventions and small-group rotations. I like that the complete set allows me to differentiate based on my student's needs. The kids really enjoy this! They love matching the colorful pictures to the words and I like the answer key that's included in each packet. The sensory dots really focus the kids on sounding out the words correctly. I am able to use this activity for all the kids in the classroom. 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