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Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3993730_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535549608346","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3993730"},{"teacherId":3993730,"projectId":9529598,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions! Teachers have just received their books and are more excited than ever to start reading! Within our PLC, we look forward to engaging in the book, which aligns directly to our instructional framework, so that we can collaboratively plan instructional activities that support the needs of all students. 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The materials in the project will enable students to create their project boards without having to worry about the financial stress of paying for materials. I would have loved to share pictures of the finished products with you, but the actual Social Studies Fair is in February; however, some students have already started the research process!\r\n\r\nAfter viewing the materials, some students have already begun to formulate how they want to design their posters, and they are very excited about it. I am also looking forward to seeing what they come up with because they are very creative! Once again, thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1746786901103,"projectUrl":"project/inquiring-minds/9268736/","projectTitle":"Inquiring Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5170925_orig.jpg?crop=1234,1234,x0,y222&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701542807454","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5170925"},{"teacherId":9719694,"projectId":9069358,"letterContent":"The donation of headphones has profoundly impacted my students who are reading below grade level. With these headphones, students can now access audiobooks and other auditory learning resources catering to their learning styles and needs. This has significantly enhanced their ability to comprehend and retain information, making reading more engaging and less daunting. The headphones also help minimize distractions, allowing students to focus better on their reading assignments and improve their literacy skills at their own pace.\r\nWhat's most exciting about the new headphones for my students is the immersive experience they provide. The high-quality sound and comfortable fit make listening to audiobooks and educational content enjoyable, which in turn fosters a positive attitude toward reading. Some students have particularly warmed to this new technology, finding it easier to follow along with the text when they can hear it read aloud. For instance, students reading several grades below grade level and other reading difficulties have shown remarkable improvement in their reading fluency and comprehension. The headphones have become a valuable tool in creating a more inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.","fullyFundedDate":1738465421345,"projectUrl":"project/we-listen-and-we-dont-judge/9069358/","projectTitle":"We Listen and We Don't Judge","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9719694"},{"teacherId":8548983,"projectId":8719872,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, I thank you for your generous donation of Barks Classroom Headphones with Microphones, as well as printer paper. The headphones have good quality, and the students are getting more comfortable hearing their own speech. \r\n\r\nThis is important because they are starting their WIDA ACCESS testing this week to see if they are developing English proficiency in the domains of Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing. My students are deserving young people who have been working hard to develop their skills, and these headphones with mics have been very helpful. \r\n\r\nIn a world where some people expect students like mine to fail, my students are finding success, thanks to generous donors like you.","fullyFundedDate":1726677694993,"projectUrl":"project/speaking-and-listening-english-is-our-g/8719872/","projectTitle":"Speaking and Listening: English is Our Goal!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Banks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8548983_orig.jpg?crop=2666,2666,x960,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696421836015","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8548983"},{"teacherId":3280049,"projectId":8540223,"letterContent":"As an educator, it seems that we are always tirelessly trying to find the best way to educate our students and fund classroom projects. Your donations have helped to make the dreams of myself, my students, and so many other teachers around the world come true. The educational and linguistic impact that your gift has made in my classroom and with my students has been tremendous. \r\n\r\nThe students in my classes were able to research their projects and communicate with additional ease as your gift has changed the level of communication in my classes. This years' Hispanic Heritage classroom projects were beyond my expectations and students were able to engage with myself and each other more effectively; thus blowing their projects out of the water. We were even able to engage our parents more as they appreciated the level of assistance your donations allowed for this projects. \r\n\r\nThank you so much as you have impacted the learning of my students for months to come!","fullyFundedDate":1727396158625,"projectUrl":"project/all-voices-matter/8540223/","projectTitle":"All Voices Matter!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fields","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3280049"},{"teacherId":9318752,"projectId":8465108,"letterContent":"We hope this letter finds you well. We are Ms. Robinson's 6th grade math class at Paul D. West Middle School and we wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of math games to our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has made a significant impact on our learning experience. The math games you provided are not only fun but also incredibly educational. They have helped us understand complex math concepts in a more engaging and interactive way. We look forward to our math lessons even more now, and we are excited to continue exploring and learning through these games.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our education and making math more enjoyable for all of us. 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