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They will carefully prepare meals, ensuring that each dish is made with care and shared with families to bring joy during the holiday season.\r\nMost importantly, this project will allow students to see the direct impact of their efforts. Delivering meals to families and seeing their gratitude taught students how meaningful their actions can be. They discovered the power of giving, the importance of helping others, and the joy of sharing.\r\nThanks to your generosity, students will be able to combine learning and service in a way that really makes a real difference. Your support didn't just provide meals—it helps my students grow into thoughtful, caring individuals who understand the value of giving back.\r\nThank you for making this project a reality. Because of you, my students will be able to help families enjoy a special Thanksgiving meal while learning valuable skills and experiencing the joy of serving others.","fullyFundedDate":1762211940183,"projectUrl":"project/food-studies-with-heart-helping-familie/9793756/","projectTitle":"Food Studies with Heart: Helping Families Enjoy a Thanksgiving Meal","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720577_orig.jpg?crop=439,439,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553314489040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4720577"},{"teacherId":4720577,"projectId":9840510,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project, Food Studies: Civics in Action – The Future of Farming. Because of you, my students were able to explore the world of sustainable agriculture, learn about food systems, and take meaningful action to support their community. Your gift didn't just provide supplies—it gave students a hands-on opportunity to learn, lead, and make a real-world impact.\r\nWith your support, students studied planting, harvesting, and managing crops, while also learning about the social, environmental, and economic aspects of farming. They gained skills in problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking, all while connecting their learning to issues that affect their community and the world.\r\nMost importantly, students were able to turn knowledge into action. They applied what they learned by growing fresh produce and sharing it with families in need, learning firsthand how thoughtful planning, hard work, and civic engagement can make a tangible difference. This project taught them the value of responsibility, empathy, and leadership.\r\nThanks to your generosity, students experienced the full cycle of learning, creating, and giving back. They gained confidence, pride, and a deeper understanding of how their actions can positively affect their community. Your support didn't just provide materials—it helped my students grow as engaged, thoughtful citizens who care about the future of food and farming.\r\nThank you for making this project a reality. Because of you, my students were able to explore, learn, and act in ways that will have a lasting impact on themselves and their community.","fullyFundedDate":1762201930989,"projectUrl":"project/food-studies-civics-in-action-the-fut/9840510/","projectTitle":"Food Studies: Civics in Action – The Future of Farming","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720577_orig.jpg?crop=439,439,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553314489040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4720577"},{"teacherId":4720577,"projectId":9785551,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project, Baking with Compassion: Students Sharing Sweetness & Care. Because of you, my students were able to bake delicious treats and share them with families and community members in need. Your gift didn't just provide ingredients—it gave my students a hands-on experience in kindness, teamwork, and service.\r\nWith your support, students measured, mixed, baked, and decorated a variety of goodies, learning important skills like following directions, working together, and taking pride in their work. But the most meaningful part was seeing the joy their efforts brought to others. Sharing their baked goods taught students that even small acts of care can brighten someone's day and make a real difference in the community.\r\nThis project also helped students develop responsibility, patience, and a sense of empathy. They discovered the power of giving, understanding that their time, effort, and thoughtfulness could create smiles and strengthen connections in our community.\r\nThanks to your generosity, students experienced the full cycle of learning, creating, and giving. They gained confidence, pride, and a sense of accomplishment while making a positive impact on others. Your support didn't just help us bake treats—it helped my students grow into compassionate, caring individuals who understand the value of helping others.\r\nThank you for making this project a reality. Because of you, my students were able to share sweetness, care, and kindness with their community in a way they'll remember for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1762267647386,"projectUrl":"project/baking-with-compassion-students-sharing/9785551/","projectTitle":"Baking with Compassion-Students Sharing Sweetness & Care","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720577_orig.jpg?crop=439,439,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553314489040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4720577"},{"teacherId":4720577,"projectId":9815670,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project, Building a Literacy Nook: Books for Our School Pantry. Because of you, our pantry now has a cozy space filled with books for students and families to take home and enjoy. Your gift didn't just provide books—it gave our students the opportunity to discover new stories, grow their love of reading, and feel empowered by learning.\r\nThanks to your support, students of all ages have been able to choose books that spark their imagination and curiosity. Many of our families have limited access to books at home, so this Literacy Nook has been a chance to bring joy, learning, and inspiration directly to them. Seeing students excited to pick out a book, share it with their siblings, or read it at home has been truly heartwarming.\r\nThis project has shown our students that reading is fun, valuable, and accessible to everyone. It has also helped foster a sense of community by creating a space where students and families feel cared for and supported.\r\nThank you for making this project a reality. Your donation didn't just build a Literacy Nook—it built a lasting impact on our students' education, imagination, and love of learning. Your generosity has made a difference that will be felt for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1760300416628,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-literacy-nook-books-for-our/9815670/","projectTitle":"Building a Literacy Nook: Books for Our School Pantry","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720577_orig.jpg?crop=439,439,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553314489040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4720577"},{"teacherId":4720577,"projectId":9699332,"letterContent":"My students are excited to dive into a hands-on STEM learning experience by growing tomatoes and peppers in our garden! With your support, they will gain real-world knowledge about plant science, agriculture, and nutrition while developing critical skills in observation, measurement, and problem-solving.\r\nThrough this project, students will plant seeds and seedlings, care for them as they grow, and track their progress using scientific methods. They will measure growth rates, observe changes, and learn about soil, sunlight, water, and plant biology. This experience brings STEM concepts to life, turning abstract ideas into tangible results that they can see, touch, and taste.\r\nBut this project is about more than just science. By growing their own tomatoes and peppers, students will also learn responsibility, teamwork, and the importance of caring for living things. Once the vegetables are ready to harvest, students will assemble baskets to share with families in our community who need fresh produce. This teaches them empathy, civic engagement, and the power of giving back.\r\nWith your help, my students will not only grow tomatoes and peppers—they will grow STEM skills, confidence, and a sense of pride in contributing to their community. Thank you for making this hands-on, educational, and service-oriented project possible!","fullyFundedDate":1758244262015,"projectUrl":"project/growing-stem-skills-with-tomatoes-and-pe/9699332/","projectTitle":"Growing STEM Skills with Tomatoes and Peppers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720577_orig.jpg?crop=439,439,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553314489040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4720577"},{"teacherId":4720577,"projectId":9692914,"letterContent":"Because of you, my students were able to grow and harvest fresh vegetables in our garden and share them with families in our community who need them most. Your gift didn't just provide food—it gave my students a hands-on experience in learning, teamwork, and giving back.\r\nWith your support, my students prepared the garden, planted seeds and seedlings, cared for the growing plants, and harvested them when they were ready. Watching their hard work turn into fresh vegetables was exciting, and they were proud knowing that the baskets they filled would help feed families in need. Delivering the harvest allowed them to see the real-world impact of their efforts and understand the importance of community service.\r\nThis project also taught my students responsibility, patience, and problem-solving. They learned to care for living things, work together in the garden, and plan for a successful harvest. Most importantly, they discovered the joy of giving—seeing the smiles on families' faces showed them that their hard work could make a meaningful difference.\r\nThanks to your generosity, my students were able to turn what they learned in the garden into action that benefits others. They gained confidence, pride, and a sense of connection to the community. Your support made all of this possible and will have a lasting impact on both our students and the families they helped.\r\nThank you for helping make this project a reality. Your donation didn't just provide supplies—it helped my students grow vegetables, grow skills, and grow into thoughtful, caring young people who understand the power of giving back.","fullyFundedDate":1758302340042,"projectUrl":"project/harvesting-with-heart-food-studies-in-a/9692914/","projectTitle":"Harvesting with Heart: Food Studies in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720577_orig.jpg?crop=439,439,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553314489040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4720577"},{"teacherId":4720577,"projectId":9766713,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students are growing, harvesting, and sharing in ways that make a lasting difference for our entire school community. Our \"Growing, Harvesting, Sharing: Table & Baskets 2 Feed Our Community\" project has come to life—and it's been incredible to witness the transformation.\r\nThe new harvest table and baskets have become central to our Food Studies and agricultural learning spaces. Students are now able to sort, wash, and package produce more efficiently, and they take tremendous pride in filling baskets with greens, herbs, and vegetables they've nurtured from seed to harvest. Each week, these baskets are shared with families through our school pantry, ensuring that every child has access to healthy, fresh food.\r\nBeyond the practical benefits, your gift has deepened our students' sense of purpose. They are learning that what they grow has the power to feed others, strengthen community bonds, and promote food justice. The conversations around the table—about sustainability, nutrition, and care for one another—have been just as meaningful as the harvests themselves.\r\nBecause of you, our students feel seen, empowered, and connected to something bigger than themselves. They understand that generosity grows just like the plants they tend—with care, patience, and love.","fullyFundedDate":1760466335238,"projectUrl":"project/growing-harvesting-sharing-table-ba/9766713/","projectTitle":"Growing, Harvesting, Sharing: Table & Baskets 2 Feed Our Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720577_orig.jpg?crop=439,439,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553314489040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4720577"},{"teacherId":4720577,"projectId":9554726,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my DonorsChoose project! Because of your generosity, we'll be able to provide hats and gloves at our upcoming event in early October to help families prepare for the winter season. Your kindness ensures that our students and their loved ones can stay warm, comfortable, and cared for when the temperatures drop. We are so grateful for your support—it truly makes a difference for our school community. Thank you for going above and beyond for the students with extremely limited resources.","fullyFundedDate":1758846755999,"projectUrl":"project/operation-winter-warmth/9554726/","projectTitle":"Operation Winter Warmth","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720577_orig.jpg?crop=439,439,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553314489040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4720577"},{"teacherId":4720577,"projectId":9654715,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Food Studies project! Your generosity makes it possible for students to explore the connections between food, culture, and sustainability while gaining hands-on skills in entrepreneurship and financial literacy. With your help, our student-run Pop-Up Farmers Market will thrive—providing fresh produce for families and empowering students as leaders, decision-makers, and food citizens. My students are so excited to share what they grow with our community. Your gift will have a lasting impact far beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757111380600,"projectUrl":"project/from-garden-to-market-growing-financial/9654715/","projectTitle":"From Garden to Market: Growing Financial Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720577_orig.jpg?crop=439,439,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553314489040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4720577"},{"teacherId":4720577,"projectId":9531203,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project to store hydroponically grown leafy greens! Your generosity helps us keep fresh, nutritious produce available for our students and families year-round. With your support, we can reduce waste, extend shelf life, and ensure that healthy food reaches those who need it most. This project also gives our students hands-on experience with sustainable agriculture. They see firsthand how science and innovation can fight food insecurity. Together, we are growing a healthier, stronger community.","fullyFundedDate":1757087282082,"projectUrl":"project/fridge-4-leafy-greens-in-school-pantry/9531203/","projectTitle":"Fridge 4 Leafy Greens in School Pantry","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720577_orig.jpg?crop=439,439,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553314489040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4720577"},{"teacherId":4720577,"projectId":9664589,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the incredibly kind donation of cocoa, holiday bags, and fun sprinkles. I love bringing joy to our students. It is the best feeling in the world. My students will assemble the bags and distribute them to 300 individuals in need. I can't wait to share the news with students in the club- Students 4 Food Equity. They will be the ones leading the project! Thank you for going above and beyond for a Delaware teacher! It means the world to me to have the support of my community. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1757114069852,"projectUrl":"project/sharing-warmth-holiday-treat-bags-for-f/9664589/","projectTitle":"Sharing Warmth- Holiday Treat Bags for Families in Need","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720577_orig.jpg?crop=439,439,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553314489040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4720577"},{"teacherId":4720577,"projectId":9397507,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation of birthday toys! Your kindness helped make our cake kits, which our students love, extra special for those in need. Your support will bring smiles and joy to children who might not otherwise have had the chance to celebrate. I truly appreciate your thoughtful contribution—it made a meaningful difference. The toys will be distributed throughout the fall, prioritizing displaced children. 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