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The students are learning amazing things and completing engaging, interesting, and meaningful activities.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1755747565398,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-yearbook-and-digital-publi/9610425/","projectTitle":"Middle School Yearbook and Digital Publications Class... Let's Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Whitmire","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2805889_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504238926601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-whitmire"},{"teacherId":10001846,"projectId":9527308,"letterContent":"The DonorsChoose project has made a tremendous impact in my classroom. Thanks to the generous donations, my students now have access to the resources and tools they need to engage more deeply in their learning. The materials have created new opportunities for hands-on experiences, increased student motivation, and supported a more inclusive and dynamic learning environment. It has been inspiring to see how excited my students are to explore and learn with the new resources. This project has not only enhanced our daily classroom activities but has also shown my students the power of kindness and community support.","fullyFundedDate":1762265263598,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies-for-focused-and-engag/9527308/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies for Focused and Engaged Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Misty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10001846_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744949224856","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10001846"},{"teacherId":10001846,"projectId":9453327,"letterContent":"These resources have made a noticeable difference in the way my students learn and interact each day. The stools have encouraged collaboration and flexibility during small groups, giving students the freedom to move and stay engaged while working with their peers. The file and binder organizers have reduced clutter and made materials easy to find, which keeps lessons running smoothly and maximizes our learning time.\r\n\r\nThe plastic containers have been a game-changer for student independence—students can now quickly grab supplies on their own, which not only saves time but also helps them take ownership of their learning tools. This organization has created a calmer, more structured environment where students feel supported and focused.\r\n\r\nOverall, these resources have made our classroom more efficient, inviting, and student-centered. My students walk into a space that feels purposeful and well cared for, which motivates them to put their best effort into learning each day.","fullyFundedDate":1753980539514,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-within-reach-a-more-organized/9453327/","projectTitle":"Supplies Within Reach: A More Organized Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Misty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10001846_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744949224856","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10001846"},{"teacherId":2805889,"projectId":9298907,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations and support to the O'Hara Park Middle School Technology program! Because of you, each of our students received new headsets with microphones! Not only are they able to access the curriculum and listen to lessons, but they are also able to record themselves while creating endless projects! It is just the best experience to watch their eyes light up and their imagination soar as they plan and produce their projects with audio included.\r\nWhile the new headsets are incredible and very much appreciated, my students and I are equally touched knowing their community believes in them and their future! Thank you for reminding them that they are important!","fullyFundedDate":1746576899959,"projectUrl":"project/hear-it-say-it-sing-it/9298907/","projectTitle":"Hear It! Say It! Sing It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Whitmire","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2805889_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504238926601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-whitmire"},{"teacherId":10001846,"projectId":9418489,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed into a more engaging, inclusive, and stimulating learning space. The physical education items like the parachute and plastic hoops have brought so much joy to our movement breaks, helping students release energy in healthy ways while building coordination and teamwork.\r\n\r\nThe sensory tools—like the fidgets—are making a noticeable difference for students who need support with self-regulation and focus. These tools help create a calming environment where students feel safe and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe STEM materials, especially the microscope, have sparked a wave of curiosity and excitement. Students are exploring scientific concepts through hands-on investigations, strengthening their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.\r\n\r\nThis project is empowering my students through movement, exploration, and discovery—just as its title promised. It's supporting their growth physically, emotionally, and academically, and helping them develop confidence, creativity, and a love for learning that will last a lifetime.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1752288463117,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-through-movement-ex/9418489/","projectTitle":"Empowering Students Through Movement, Exploration, and Discovery","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Misty","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10001846_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744949224856","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10001846"},{"teacherId":2805889,"projectId":8972572,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your very generous donations!! My students were so excited when I told them of your support, and even more excited when the deliveries started to arrive to our classroom!\r\n\r\nWith your help, our classroom has a 30-port charging station for our Ozobots (so much more efficient!), lots of cardstock, vinyl, and keychain blanks for our Cricut projects, cables, enough blue tape to last awhile, and so much more!! We are very grateful and appreciate you!\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and showing them that their community supports their dreams and goals!","fullyFundedDate":1737245193735,"projectUrl":"project/wagons-for-robots/8972572/","projectTitle":"Wagons for Robots!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Whitmire","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2805889_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504238926601","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-whitmire"},{"teacherId":2805889,"projectId":8936140,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your very generous donations! Because of you, we received new computer keyboards and mice for our entire technology lab! Earlier in the year, students would often complain that their keyboard keys stuck or their mouse would not track. It was frustrating and made completing assignments more difficult than it needed to be.\r\nWhen the boxes arrived, the students were ecstatic! We had a fun day of unboxing and organizing everything! Then, the students connected their new keyboards and mice, and got right to work!\r\nThey were so surprised at how much easier it was to type and complete their work! They also commented on how great the lab looked since everything matched and looked so shiny! In the weeks since, the students have continued to be careful with their new keyboards and mice, and keep them very clean.\r\nThank you again for making a big difference!","fullyFundedDate":1731559435147,"projectUrl":"project/click-drag-type-keyboards-and-mice-a/8936140/","projectTitle":"Click, Drag, Type! 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