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They counted the edges and corners by touching them directly.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the right tools to touch, build, and succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1783275420259,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-modeling-our-way-to-s/10132083/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning: Modeling Our Way to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8730734_orig.jpg?crop=1464,1464,x0,y24&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666665487906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8730734"},{"teacherId":8730734,"projectId":10292854,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project. This 5TB external hard drive has already made a significant impact by resolving the constant storage limitations on our school devices. Previously, students faced the frustrating risk of losing their digital projects due to lack of space or technical glitches.\r\n\r\nWith this new digital archive, students can now securely save projects, models, video reflections, and portfolios without interruption. This system ensures that student work is safely preserved throughout the year, making it easy to track academic progress and share these learning milestones with families. Thank you for providing the reliable technology needed to support and protect our students' hard work.","fullyFundedDate":1779304318619,"projectUrl":"project/mega-storage-for-mega-minds/10292854/","projectTitle":"Mega Storage for Mega Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8730734_orig.jpg?crop=1464,1464,x0,y24&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666665487906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8730734"},{"teacherId":6948094,"projectId":10267294,"letterContent":"Our students were incredibly excited when the materials for our classroom ecosystem project began arriving. As a middle school special education class, hands-on learning opportunities are especially meaningful because they allow students to connect academic concepts to real-world experiences. Students eagerly examined the supplies, asked thoughtful questions about habitat design, and immediately began discussing how we would care for the living organisms that will eventually become part of our classroom ecosystem. Their enthusiasm has transformed science lessons into highly engaging learning experiences that encourage curiosity, responsibility, and collaboration.\r\n\r\nCurrently, students are using the new resources to study ecosystems, habitats, life cycles, and environmental stewardship. One memorable moment occurred when students worked together to design their ideal habitat and explain how each component would support the needs of living organisms. They demonstrated an impressive understanding of how plants, animals, water, and environmental conditions interact to create a balanced ecosystem. These discussions have helped students strengthen both their scientific thinking and communication skills while fostering a deeper appreciation for the natural world.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we wanted to provide a brief update regarding one of the project items. The Exo Terra Natural Terrarium Small X-Tall that was originally selected is currently unavailable. We are actively working to identify an appropriate replacement that will best meet the needs of our classroom ecosystem project. Once a replacement has been selected and received, we will share additional updates, photos, and details about how students are using it in our classroom. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and support. Your donations are helping create authentic, engaging learning experiences that our students will remember for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1778291742103,"projectUrl":"project/living-ecosystem-lab-bringing-science-t/10267294/","projectTitle":"Living Ecosystem Lab: Bringing Science to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gaita","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6948094_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1616716556203","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gaita"},{"teacherId":8730734,"projectId":9669310,"letterContent":"My students were so happy to see our \"mountain\" of supplies arrive! It might be hard to believe that kids can get excited about tissues and baby wipes, but they truly were. They realized right away that these supplies mean more time for the hands-on projects they love. One of my students told me, \"Our classroom feels so much more organized now,\" and that's all thanks to your kindness.\r\n\r\nWe've already started using the wipes as our \"secret weapon\" for transitions. Just yesterday, we moved from a messy drawing and coloring activity to a math lesson in record time. Instead of everyone crowding around the sink, students used their wipes to clean their hands and desks quickly. It turned what used to be a chaotic ten minutes into a calm, focused moment of tidying up together. Your donation didn't just buy supplies; it bought us more time to learn.\r\n\r\nWith a healthy and clean space, we are now ready to jump into our next big science project, planting seeds and working with soil. I feel so much better knowing I can say \"yes\" to these messy, fun lessons because we have exactly what we need to stay healthy and tidy. Thank you for supporting our little community of learners and helping us make the most of every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1762266379608,"projectUrl":"project/a-fresh-start-wipes-for-our-classroom/9669310/","projectTitle":"A Fresh Start: Wipes for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8730734_orig.jpg?crop=1464,1464,x0,y24&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666665487906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8730734"},{"teacherId":8730734,"projectId":9768475,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring these classroom celebrations and sensory supports to life. Since the packages arrived, we've used the fidget toys during focused-work rotations and independent reading time; students who struggle with sensory overload are able to settle more quickly and return to tasks with improved attention. During a recent math center, one student who often becomes restless was able to complete two full problem sets using a fidget toy to channel excess energy. His confidence soared, and he volunteered to explain his work to a partner afterward. The birthday badges, pencils, and keychains have become a simple but powerful tool for building community: we present a small celebration at the end of the week for any student with a birthday, and classmates eagerly applaud and share kind comments, which has visibly increased students' sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the colorful boxes, their faces lit up. They excitedly sorted items by color, practiced sharing, and immediately began planning how to use the prizes to recognize peers who demonstrate kindness, perseverance, or creativity. That spontaneous teamwork led to a classroom practice we now call \"Shout-Outs,\" where students nominate one another for a small reward; it has encouraged positive behavior and helped quieter students feel noticed. Next, we'll integrate these materials into our social-emotional lessons: students will set personal goals related to attention and kindness, track progress with sticker badges, and reflect during weekly check-ins.","fullyFundedDate":1762266378389,"projectUrl":"project/brighten-their-day-birthday-magic-for-e/9768475/","projectTitle":"Brighten Their Day: Birthday Magic for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8730734_orig.jpg?crop=1464,1464,x0,y24&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666665487906","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8730734"},{"teacherId":8730734,"projectId":9493282,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity has already made a visible difference. We're using the cleaning supplies and personal hygiene items every day: students use baby wipes and tissues during snack time and after outdoor play, and I use disinfecting wipes and gloves to quickly sanitize shared supplies, tables, and learning centers between activities. One specific moment that stands out was during a science lab. After a messy hands-on experiment, students were calm and comfortable cleaning up with the wipes, which allowed us to transition smoothly into the reflection discussion without losing momentum.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies arrived, the students were genuinely excited and proud to see how much our classroom community cared for them. A few students came up to help me unpack and organize everything, asking thoughtful questions about why hygiene matters. It became a teachable moment about responsibility and caring for others. 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