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They particularly love getting to see characters who represent their own diverse identities, and have expressed that seeing such books in my classroom also makes them feel more seen, welcomed, and comfortable on campus. This was precisely my goal in purchasing such books, and I am thrilled to share with you that it has already made a positive impact. I've had more interest in my library this year than ever before, especially since I am now at a school that does not have a library! I am proud that with your help, I have been able to curate a classroom library that enriches my students' education and their lives. 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They've learned that taking care of their bodies also helps their brains work better. Thank you for giving my students the chance to move, play, and learn with strong hearts and strong \r\nminds!","fullyFundedDate":1750256219504,"projectUrl":"project/movement-for-stronger-hearts-and-minds/9415141/","projectTitle":"Movement for Stronger Hearts and Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Santana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10053334"},{"teacherId":10053334,"projectId":9405784,"letterContent":"The new headphones have made a big difference in our classroom! My students can now focus during small group time without getting distracted by noise or broken cords. They love using the new headphones and can start their lessons right away without any trouble. Our learning time is smoother and more peaceful now.\r\n\r\nThis project helped so much because, students can hear their lessons clearly and finish their work on time. They enjoy using technology more and stay focused from start to finish. Thank you so much for helping my students learn better every day!","fullyFundedDate":1750256152011,"projectUrl":"project/tune-into-learning/9405784/","projectTitle":"Tune into learning!!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Santana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10053334"},{"teacherId":8975777,"projectId":9363324,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation to our science classroom. While I was not able to receive the bird skull varieties originally ordered due to supply issues, I was able to substitute them with a few other items that will still make a meaningful impact on my students' learning.\r\n\r\nThese materials, along with digital resources I can share on the computer, will allow my students to explore the differences in bird skulls and better understand how structure relates to function. By combining hands-on specimens with digital examples, I am able to guide students in comparing adaptations across species and connecting our lessons to real-world biology.\r\n\r\nYour support has made it possible for me to enrich our curriculum despite the supply challenges, and my students are already showing excitement and curiosity as they investigate these materials. Thank you for believing in the value of science education and for giving my students opportunities to engage in discovery that sparks deeper learning.","fullyFundedDate":1753218192414,"projectUrl":"project/hummingbirds-hawks-and-robins-oh-my/9363324/","projectTitle":"Hummingbirds, Hawks, and Robins, Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hardman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8975777_orig.jpg?crop=696,696,x45,y186&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691880973627","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hardmanscience"},{"teacherId":8975777,"projectId":9363223,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation that provided bone specimens for our science classroom. Although I was not able to receive every specimen originally ordered due to school acceptance and delivery issues, the bones that did arrive have already made a meaningful impact on my students' learning.\r\n\r\nThese specimens have brought our anatomy and biology lessons to life. My students are now able to hold and examine real bones, comparing differences across a variety of animal species. This hands-on experience has deepened their understanding of skeletal structures, adaptations, and evolutionary relationships in a way that textbooks and pictures simply cannot provide.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on my students' faces as they worked with the bones was remarkable. They asked thoughtful questions, made observations about similarities and differences, and engaged in discussions that connected our lessons to the real world. Even with a smaller collection than originally planned, these specimens have opened doors to meaningful, inquiry-based learning opportunities that will stay with them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting science education and for giving my students the opportunity to experience the wonder of biology firsthand. Your generosity has truly enriched their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1753218192779,"projectUrl":"project/a-bone-y-variety-of-shapes-and-sizes/9363223/","projectTitle":"A Bone-y Variety of Shapes and Sizes!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hardman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8975777_orig.jpg?crop=696,696,x45,y186&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691880973627","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hardmanscience"},{"teacherId":8975777,"projectId":9309023,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation that allowed our science classroom to receive a color printer and ink. Your contribution has truly transformed the way I am able to teach and the way my students are able to learn.\r\n\r\nWith the addition of color printing, lessons have become far more engaging. Diagrams of cells, the periodic table, and complex scientific processes are now clear and vibrant, making them easier for students to understand. Lab instructions and safety symbols stand out in color, which has improved both comprehension and classroom safety. Students who once struggled to keep up with dense, black-and-white text now benefit from materials that are organized, color-coded, and visually appealing.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your donation has given my students pride in their work. They are excited to see their lab reports, charts, and projects come to life in color, and they are motivated to put more effort into what they create. The colorful displays around our classroom now showcase not only their learning, but also their enthusiasm and confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students' education. Your generosity has created a brighter, more dynamic, and inspiring learning environment for every child who walks into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746786250744,"projectUrl":"project/its-a-colorful-world-so-lets-give-the/9309023/","projectTitle":"It's A Colorful World, So Let's Give Them Color!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hardman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8975777_orig.jpg?crop=696,696,x45,y186&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691880973627","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hardmanscience"},{"teacherId":8032341,"projectId":9251859,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! My students are beyond thrilled to receive the new materials and have loved using them to make their daily life at school fun and run so much more smoothly! \r\n\r\nMy students loved getting to pick their favorite colors for their pencil pouches and filing them with all of their new materials! They carefully picked out which bookmark they wanted and which color erasers to use to match their pencil pouch. It's been 9 weeks of school, and not a single student has lost any of their chosen materials! That's got to be some sort of record! Thank you again for your support and dedication to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1746787165490,"projectUrl":"project/essentials-for-the-perfect-classroom/9251859/","projectTitle":"Essentials for the Perfect Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sandborg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8032341_orig.jpg?crop=951,951,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662923739217","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-sandborg"},{"teacherId":8032341,"projectId":9251210,"letterContent":"I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your donation to our classroom. My students are beyond excited to have their own pair of new and working headphones! They were especially excited that they got to pick their own color to use for the year! \r\n\r\nThere is an increasing need for technology in our classrooms in which students need to be able to hear audio to complete their daily tasks. These new headphones have been a blessing to our students and have helped our them access new ways of learning. Students with special learning needs have especially benefited from these headphones. Not only have the headphones helped with learning to read, they serve as a form of noise cancellation to help calm students who are easily distracted with daily classroom sounds. \r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you so much for your generosity and your dedication to supporting the education of our students!","fullyFundedDate":1752506041769,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-for-all/9251210/","projectTitle":"Headphones for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sandborg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8032341_orig.jpg?crop=951,951,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662923739217","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-sandborg"},{"teacherId":9616945,"projectId":9303668,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Your contributions have made a huge difference in our classroom. We have been using the new manipulatives, especially the fraction strips, to help students better understand fractions. These hands-on tools have allowed my students to see and physically manipulate the parts of a whole, making abstract math concepts much more concrete and meaningful.\r\n\r\nI'll never forget the excitement on my students' faces the first time they saw the new materials. Many of them immediately started exploring the fraction strips, comparing sizes, and even creating their own fraction problems to solve. One student said, \"Now I finally get it!,\" a moment that truly warmed my heart.\r\n\r\nRight now, we are working on a project where students are using the fraction strips to create \"fraction pizzas,\" combining different fractions to represent toppings and learning how to add and subtract fractions in a fun, engaging way. Next, we'll be moving on to mixed numbers and improper fractions, and these resources will continue to be a vital part of our lessons.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has brought joy and deeper understanding to our classroom, and I am so grateful for your support. 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