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Your support helps make learning fun and encourages students to work hard and celebrate their achievements.\r\n\r\nThese prizes allow us to recognize students for their effort, good behavior, and accomplishments. They motivate students to stay engaged, build positive habits, and take pride in their learning. Your contribution truly helps create a classroom environment that is encouraging, rewarding, and full of excitement.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and for helping make our classroom a place where students are motivated to learn and succeed every day.","fullyFundedDate":1757683115771,"projectUrl":"project/high-five-hive-legendary-leaders-rewar/9696758/","projectTitle":"High Five Hive & Legendary Leaders Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1621527_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708793295406","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrswhiteclass"},{"teacherId":1621527,"projectId":9400320,"letterContent":"The students are eager to jump in and add these sensory tools to our daily routine. \r\nThese tools provide students with opportunities to self-regulate, focus, and manage their energy in ways that enhance learning and engagement. 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Your support truly makes a lasting impact on our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1757683056854,"projectUrl":"project/the-mindful-sensory-project/9400320/","projectTitle":"The Mindful Sensory Project!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1621527_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708793295406","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrswhiteclass"},{"teacherId":1621527,"projectId":9240061,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students, I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of sensory supplies to our classroom. These tools have already made a wonderful difference in creating a supportive and welcoming learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe sensory items give students positive ways to regulate their energy, calm their minds, and refocus on learning. They help reduce stress and anxiety, encourage focus, and promote inclusivity by meeting the diverse needs of all learners. Because of your generosity, students feel more comfortable, engaged, and ready to succeed each day.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly enhanced our classroom community, and we are so grateful for your support. Thank you for investing in our students and helping them thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1749215551407,"projectUrl":"project/the-sensory-spot/9240061/","projectTitle":"The Sensory Spot!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1621527_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708793295406","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrswhiteclass"},{"teacherId":1621527,"projectId":9026061,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of classroom supplies, the Boggie Boards are amazing. 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