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A simple snack can also create a sense of care, security, and belonging, reminding students that their well-being matters.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity allows us to meet a basic need while creating a positive learning environment where students can feel supported and prepared to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1733281944518,"projectUrl":"project/snack-compassion/8538461/","projectTitle":"Snack Compassion!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Franklin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8418154_orig.jpg?crop=1574,1574,x0,y194&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673404900870","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-franklins-class"},{"teacherId":9993262,"projectId":10212427,"letterContent":"Thank you for generous donation. My students were able to celebrate a wonderful end to the year. Your donation gave them a neon hat to take home and remember the outstanding day. I was able to use materials to decorate the class with banners and streamers to mark the surprise when they walked in. We were able to purchase and use many glow sticks to make words as well. Many words were made but the smiles were beyond measure. \r\n\r\nYour donations were so appreciated for low income students who may never experience a celebration to that size again.","fullyFundedDate":1777219066907,"projectUrl":"project/glowing-to-success/10212427/","projectTitle":"Glowing to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9993262"},{"teacherId":7834262,"projectId":10181890,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of my classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have new books to inspire their love of reading and a desk organizer that will help keep our classroom materials organized and easily accessible. Your thoughtful donations are making a meaningful difference in our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nAs a second-year first-grade teacher, I strive to create a classroom where every child feels excited to learn, explore, and grow. The books you provided will open doors to new adventures, strengthen literacy skills, and encourage my students to develop a lifelong love of reading. The desk organizer will help us maintain an organized and efficient learning space, allowing us to spend more time focused on learning and less time searching for supplies.\r\nYour generosity extends far beyond the items themselves. You have shown my students that there are people who believe in them and care about their education. That encouragement is truly priceless and serves as a reminder that our community is invested in their success.\r\nOn behalf of my students and me, thank you for believing in our classroom and helping make learning more engaging, organized, and inspiring each day. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1776543255136,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-students-with-structure-self/10181890/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Students With Structure & Self-Worth","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Major","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7834262_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637669320836","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7834262"},{"teacherId":7834262,"projectId":9932226,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of scarves and gloves for my students. Your kindness truly means more than words can express. 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Thank you for helping ensure that our children stay warm, comfortable, and encouraged.","fullyFundedDate":1765378185060,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-holiday-cheer-for-every-child/9932226/","projectTitle":"A Little Holiday Cheer for Every Child","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Major","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7834262_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1637669320836","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7834262"},{"teacherId":9403969,"projectId":9512774,"letterContent":"The hands on learning games for the students has made a huge difference in learning. The students are a lot more engaged in learning letters and numbers and beginning sounds. They love trying the games and want to play the games each and every day. I cannot express how much of an impact it has made. I rotate the games and toys so that they don't get bored with the toys. My paraprofessional and I also sit with the students to show them how to properly play with the toys. It has been an amazing experience. The students are always excited to see what toy we will bring out next. In just a short few weeks of school, we have definitely seen a lot of progress in the students learning. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1755626462416,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-games/9512774/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Learning Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vargas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9403969"},{"teacherId":7834262,"projectId":9230396,"letterContent":"This project along with all other funded projects are greatly appreciated. This project went towards summer learning. Through you generosity, I have been able to gift my students work books to help them prepare for the next grade level. They were so excited to receive their materials.\r\nThe smiles on their faces were priceless. This couldn't and wouldn't have been possible without those amazing donors who gave to help make this project come to life. Former students come by my classroom this year and informed me that they still are working hard. 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