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There was so much relief and joy from all of them members.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your contribution to our program. Please come see us at one of our show this season. You can find information on scsboa.org or on the @plhs_music_boosters Instagram. Looking forward to performing for you!","fullyFundedDate":1759159363292,"projectUrl":"project/high-school-marching-band-percussion-sti/9757849/","projectTitle":"High School Marching Band Percussion Sticks and Mallets. BOOM!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6823802_orig.jpg?crop=1906,1906,x46,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758737539405","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6823802"},{"teacherId":9878197,"projectId":9012348,"letterContent":"We are back to school and I was so excited to share the mental health book nook with my new students! On our second day of class, we do a \"book tasting\" where students select and preview books from our classroom library that they may want to read this year. I was thrilled to share about the new collection of books centered on mental health, as this is such a prescient issue for so many teens today. Many of the books in the collection have already been checked out, and there are still plenty on the shelf for other readers to access all year.","fullyFundedDate":1744240317828,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-book-nook/9012348/","projectTitle":"Mental Health Book Nook","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Baker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9878197"},{"teacherId":3019367,"projectId":2897738,"letterContent":"In our classroom, the new technology isn't just a fancy add-on; it's a powerful tool that accelerates and personalizes learning. Imagine trying to visualize the impact of changing a variable in a complex algebraic equation. \r\n\r\nFor example, with our new calculators, students aren't just punching in numbers to get an answer. They help foster a deeper conceptual understanding, rather than just rote memorization. It also allows for instant feedback and self-correction. If a student gets an answer wrong on a problem, they can use the calculator's features to check their work and identify where they might have made a mistake. This turns every error into a learning opportunity, building their problem-solving skills and confidence.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, the technology enables differentiated instruction. Some students might need more visual aids, while others benefit from hands-on manipulation. The tablets allow me to provide customized exercises and resources to each student, ensuring everyone is challenged at their appropriate level. \r\n\r\nWhat truly excites my students about these new materials is the interactivity and immediacy. The ability to lend them over the weekend is also a big draw, as it gives them a sense of ownership and responsibility for their learning, especially as they prepare for high-stakes tests like the SAT and AP exams. They can practice checking their answers, which is a crucial skill for test day.\r\n\r\nYour contributions are truly making a tangible difference in how my students learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1510096322215,"projectUrl":"project/calculators-for-all-closing-the-equity/2897738/","projectTitle":"Calculators for all! 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Students developed their own research questions based on their reading, investigating topics like school lunch policies, food deserts, sustainable agriculture, and marketing to teenagers. They crafted position statements and wrote collaborative research articles to support their arguments - work that demonstrated sophisticated analysis and genuine investment in the issues.\r\n\r\nThe most remarkable part? This happened in May with high school seniors - a time when engagement typically plummets. Instead, students were debating factory farming at lunch, questioning food labels at home, and asking for extra class time to perfect their research.\r\n\r\nYour investment didn't just buy books; you empowered young people to think critically about systems that impact their daily lives. These students are now informed consumers and citizens who understand the power of voting with their forks.","fullyFundedDate":1744252163202,"projectUrl":"project/food-for-thought-exploring-the-politics/9250286/","projectTitle":"Food for Thought: Exploring the Politics Behind What We Eat","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3602600_orig.jpg?crop=570,570,x16,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737066253321","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3602600"},{"teacherId":3019367,"projectId":2288347,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has been buzzing with excitement as we integrate the new resources into our daily learning! We've been using them extensively in our Integrated math class and have been letting students use in SAT test. After a crash course in how to use them.Many of them had never had the chance to work these or are just used to their phones. It was clear from the start that these tools would break down barriers to understanding complex concepts and make learning much more accessible and fun.\r\n\r\nOur Next Steps: Designing Dream Classrooms\r\nOur \"Geometry in Motion\" project is culminating in a fantastic activity: designing their dream classroom! Using the tablets and the interactive whiteboard, students will apply their knowledge of area, perimeter, and spatial reasoning to create detailed floor plans. They'll research different classroom layouts, consider the flow of traffic, and even think about optimal lighting and sound. The interactive whiteboard will be crucial for presenting their designs, allowing them to explain their choices and receive feedback from their peers. We're also planning a \"virtual tour\" using a simple 3D modeling tool, which will be a fantastic way to bring their designs to life.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support in making these enriching experiences possible for our students! 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