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Many students expressed how the tools made them feel calmer, happier, and more focused. The classroom atmosphere shifted almost instantly—students were more relaxed, engaged, and eager to participate.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our next steps include incorporating these tools into ongoing social-emotional learning lessons and creative projects. Students will continue to use them to build coping skills, practice self-regulation, and express themselves in healthy ways. These resources are not just materials—they are helping create a safe, supportive space where students feel seen, valued, and ready to learn. 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These incentives have encouraged students to attend school more consistently, arrive on time, and take pride in their progress—whether they are working toward perfect attendance or simply improving from where they started.\r\n\r\nThe items funded through this project has allowed me to create a positive, supportive attendance system that focuses on encouragement rather than punishment. Students have had opportunities to earn small prizes, participate in fun activities, and be recognized for their efforts. This approach helps build confidence, strengthens students' connection to school, and creates a school environment where students feel excited and supported every day.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, improved attendance leads to increased learning opportunities. When students are present and engaged, they are better able to participate in lessons, build relationships, and experience academic success. By supporting this project, you have helped students develop habits of responsibility, perseverance, and motivation that will benefit them far beyond the classroom. Thank you for helping us create a positive school experience where students feel seen, encouraged, and inspired to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1764368432111,"projectUrl":"project/boosting-attendance-with-positive-incent/9923164/","projectTitle":"Boosting Attendance With Positive Incentives for Motivated Middle School Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sachse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10239096_orig.jpg?crop=2532,2532,x859,y11&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757595971420","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10239096"},{"teacherId":2553031,"projectId":9955455,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating the supplies for The Musubi Project. The lesson started with having students explore how musubi has become a popular food item in today's society. Students researched how Musubi originated in Japan and then traveled to Hawaii and now is found throughout the United States. Students understand how musubi was originally used in Japan (box lunch) and then traced its path to becoming a popular food in Hawaii, the United State and other countries. They students then got to make musubi and best of all, eat it! Without the contributions made by Donors Choose, this activity would not have happened.\r\n\r\nWhen told that they were going to make musubi, the students were excited and curious. Many students don't know what musubi is, and to others it is a household name, so culture is shared through food.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, more cultural and history instruction with be integrated into my classroom because the students loved the Musubi Project and had fun learning about it and then making it!","fullyFundedDate":1766067748644,"projectUrl":"project/cultural-expression-through-culinary-art/9955455/","projectTitle":"Cultural Expression Through Culinary Arts: The Musubi Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Littlefield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2553031_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y217&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760041415166","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2553031"},{"teacherId":8115823,"projectId":9932938,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, this project has made a big impact on my students and our PE program. The new pinnies have completely changed how smoothly our classes run. With bright, clearly defined team colors, students can quickly form teams and jump right into activity instead of spending time sorting out old, worn-out gear.\r\n\r\nMy students are more confident, organized, and engaged during games and drills. The pinnies fit better, are easier to see, and hold up to daily use, which has helped create a more positive and inclusive environment. The mesh bags have also made a huge difference by keeping everything organized and ready to go for each class.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, we spend more time moving, learning, and working together. Thank you for helping improve our PE experience and for giving my students the tools they need to be successful every day!","fullyFundedDate":1764599285436,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-team-new-pinnies-for-better/9932938/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Team! 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I hope you have a wonderful Christmas!!","fullyFundedDate":1758825065911,"projectUrl":"project/instructional-materials-and-classroom-ba/9682339/","projectTitle":"Instructional Materials and Classroom Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bramscher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3827729_orig.jpg?crop=1547,1547,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731016580513","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/erin-bramscher"},{"teacherId":10187987,"projectId":9656737,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our district's Assistive Technology team has been able to use 3D printing to create meaningful, real-world tools that directly support students with disabilities. While many donors may be familiar with technology as something used at home for entertainment or convenience, this project shows how technology in schools can remove barriers and increase independence. Using 3D printing, our Assistive Technology specialists were able to produce customized solutions tailored to individual student needs—something that would be difficult or impossible to accomplish with off-the-shelf products.\r\n\r\nThe impact of these tools has been immediate and powerful. A custom stylus grip was created for a student with severe physical disabilities, allowing her to independently access her communication device. Fidgets were printed to help students improve focus and regulate emotions, while a milk carton holder with dual handles now gives a student with fine motor challenges a more stable and successful way to open and hold her milk. An adjustable reading ruler was also created to support a student during classwork, helping improve access to reading tasks and confidence in learning.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting outcomes has been the inspiration this project has sparked. The Assistive Technology team has begun collaborating with high school students to explore the design side of 3D printing, allowing students to see how innovation can be used to support inclusion and accessibility. Although student-designed models are still in development, students are enthusiastic about the opportunity to contribute to solutions that make a real difference. Your donation has laid the foundation for ongoing collaboration, empathy, and innovation that will continue to grow and positively impact students across our district.","fullyFundedDate":1759362125698,"projectUrl":"project/printing-possibilities-assistive-techno/9656737/","projectTitle":"Printing Possibilities: Assistive Technology Team Designing for Inclusion","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Robert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10187987"},{"teacherId":2643108,"projectId":9734638,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in helping provide fidgets and specialized tools for our students with special needs. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our school community.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students now have access to tools that help them focus, regulate, and feel more comfortable in their learning environment. These resources play an important role in helping students build confidence, stay engaged, and experience success throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your generosity and for your commitment to supporting all learners. Your contribution is helping create a more inclusive, supportive, and successful school experience for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1760042970830,"projectUrl":"project/simple-supports-for-learning/9734638/","projectTitle":"Simple Supports for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2643108_orig.jpg?crop=1810,1810,x0,y500&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758320634851","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-miller2202"},{"teacherId":2643108,"projectId":9734560,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in helping provide fidgets and specialized tools for our students with special needs. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our school community.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, students now have access to tools that help them focus, regulate, and feel more comfortable in their learning environment. These resources play an important role in helping students build confidence, stay engaged, and experience success throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your generosity and for your commitment to supporting all learners. Your contribution is helping create a more inclusive, supportive, and successful school experience for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1758825065461,"projectUrl":"project/adventures-in-reading/9734560/","projectTitle":"Adventures in Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2643108_orig.jpg?crop=1810,1810,x0,y500&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758320634851","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-miller2202"},{"teacherId":2643108,"projectId":9674806,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of graphic novels and reading books for our middle school students. Your support has helped put exciting, engaging stories into the hands of young readers and has made a real difference in our classrooms and library.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, students are discovering new authors, exploring different genres, and building a stronger love for reading. The graphic novels, in particular, have sparked enthusiasm among readers of all levels and have helped make reading feel fun, accessible, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and for your commitment to supporting literacy and education. Your donation is inspiring curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1758043421367,"projectUrl":"project/engagement-is-key-fun-new-reads-for-rel/9674806/","projectTitle":"Engagement Is Key! Fun New Reads for Reluctant Readers! Help!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2643108_orig.jpg?crop=1810,1810,x0,y500&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758320634851","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-miller2202"},{"teacherId":2553031,"projectId":9883180,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this STEM activity possible for my students. They learned the importance of accurate measurement, they learned measurement in different forms, and they now understand how to measure different types of cooking ingredients like liquids, solids, granulated salt/sugar, brown sugar and flour. They students have so much fun when they get to cook and the donations received from individuals using Donors choose make this possible. My students thank you and I thank you.\r\n\r\nI integrate math and science into making chocolate chip cookies to show students measurement in a different form. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1762874868095,"projectUrl":"project/stem-in-the-kitchen-mixing-math-measu/9883180/","projectTitle":"STEM in the Kitchen: \"Mixing Math, Measurement and Chocolate Chips\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Littlefield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2553031_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y217&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760041415166","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2553031"},{"teacherId":1126356,"projectId":9768923,"letterContent":"We can't thank you enough for helping us bringing this project to life! Because of your generosity, our middle school library has truly transformed into a space where students feel welcome, inspired, and excited to read.!\r\n\r\nThe impact has already been incredible!\r\n\r\nThe rolling book cart has become a favorite feature—students drop off books between classes without missing a beat, and teachers love that we can wheel books directly into classrooms to make reading accessible all day long.\r\n\r\nThe beanbag chairs have turned lunchtime into cozy reading time. Kids sink in with a book and feel right at home, and some classes even use the library as a reward space where reading is celebrated.\r\n\r\nThe cardstock and rulers have sparked creativity in book clubs. Students made thankful stamp art cards for Thanksgiving, and another group read Turkey in Disguise before creating adorable handprint turkeys.\r\n\r\nThe bookmarks are already motivating readers—students light up when they earn one as a prize for reading widely or participating in book clubs.\r\n\r\nAnd yes, the Jolly Ranchers are a hit! They're a sweet way to reward good behavior in the library and encourage reluctant readers to keep turning pages.\r\n\r\nThese resources are more than just supplies—they're tools that show our students their stories matter, their growth is celebrated, and their school community believes in them. For many of our English Language Learners and students still discovering the joy of reading, these small touches make a huge difference.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our kids and helping us create a library that's not only functional but also full of heart. You've given them a place to relax, recharge, and discover new worlds—and that gift will stay with them for years to come! We can't thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1763660832426,"projectUrl":"project/books-beanbags-and-beyond-a-library-s/9768923/","projectTitle":"Books, Beanbags, and Beyond: A Library Students Love!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stewart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1126356_orig.png?crop=518,518,x0,y29&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631646587639","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/becky-stewart"},{"teacherId":1126356,"projectId":9813930,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generosity in funding our \"Read, Rest, Renew!\" project! Thanks to you, our Roll the Dice Book Club has become an even more joyful and motivating space for our 38 middle school readers! The prizes you helped provide are definitely sparking excitement—students light up when they earn a punch on their bookmark and know they're one step closer to choosing a reward. For many of our English Language Learners and developing readers, these small tokens of encouragement make literacy feel less intimidating and more like a celebration. Reading is becoming not just a skill, but a source of pride, relaxation, and stress relief.\r\n\r\nThe rolling cart you funded is truly a game‑changer! It keeps every prize—stickers, fidget toys, pens, snacks, socks, and more—organized and ready to go. On book club days, instead of scrambling to set up, I can roll the cart in and instantly create a welcoming prize station. Students love seeing everything displayed neatly, and it makes the process of choosing rewards smooth and fun. 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