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Thank you again for your support and commitment to our classroom—it truly makes a difference in the learning experiences we are able to provide each day.","fullyFundedDate":1776038118127,"projectUrl":"project/aqua-lab-equipment/10171588/","projectTitle":"Aqua Lab Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1678190_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1461170155457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1678190"},{"teacherId":1678190,"projectId":10149664,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing our classroom with two MacBook Neos. 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My students work hard every day to earn classroom stars, which they can spend in our PBIS store. This system has become a fun and motivating part of our classroom. Some students have used gift cards to buy items like clay, puzzles, paint pens, marble tracks, and other STEAM activities. These items not only feel like rewards, but they also encourage creativity, problem solving, and hands-on learning in a way that students really enjoy.\r\n\r\nThis project has also helped build my students' confidence and sense of pride. Being recognized for positive behavior matters. Many of my students have faced challenges, and this gives them motivation and a sense of success. Thank you again for helping make this possible and for bringing joy and motivation into our classroom every day.","fullyFundedDate":1746454615110,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-for-motivation/9063326/","projectTitle":"Incentives for Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Turner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1255621_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457717005264","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1255621"},{"teacherId":1678190,"projectId":10148846,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of award-winning books, along with the incredible collection of animal, dinosaur, and educational titles. Your support has brought excitement and curiosity into our classroom, giving students access to high-quality reading materials that both engage and inspire them.\r\nThese books are already making a meaningful impact—sparking imagination, building knowledge, and encouraging a love of learning in our students. We are truly grateful for your kindness and commitment to supporting education. Your contribution will continue to benefit our classroom for a long time to come.","fullyFundedDate":1773511731284,"projectUrl":"project/books-and-more-books/10148846/","projectTitle":"Books and More Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1678190_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1461170155457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1678190"},{"teacherId":8003432,"projectId":9947636,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! We have only begun using the button machine to make art and it has already made an impact. So far one class has made magnets of their artwork. The students designed 2 - 3 concepts on a piece of paper. Students were asked to choose one design, and re-create it on the precut button paper. Students were given a variety of art supplies to choose from (markers, pastels, tempera paint sticks). By the end of the class period everyone had a personalized magnet to take home. \r\n\r\nWith these wonderful supplies I can continue to do this project with other students. I have made sure to attach photos of the magnets the 5th graders made! They were so proud of their work, and excited to be able to take the art home with them. Thank you again for helping me bring this idea to life.","fullyFundedDate":1765997596106,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-art/9947636/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miramontes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8003432_orig.jpg?crop=1166,1166,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769313591010","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8003432"},{"teacherId":1678190,"projectId":10033909,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of two large canopies for our 4th and 5th grade classes. Your support will make a meaningful difference for our students by providing much-needed shade during recess, physical education, and other outdoor activities. Having shaded spaces allows students to stay cooler and more comfortable while they play, learn, and stay active outside.\r\nThe canopies will also help us create a more inclusive recess environment where all students can participate safely in games and activities together. Outdoor play and movement are such an important part of the school day, and your donation helps ensure that students can enjoy these experiences while being protected from the sun.\r\nWe truly appreciate your generosity and your commitment to supporting our students' health, well-being, and opportunities for active play. Thank you for helping make our outdoor spaces more welcoming and enjoyable for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1772562815668,"projectUrl":"project/inclusion-recess-shade/10033909/","projectTitle":"Inclusion Recess Shade","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1678190_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1461170155457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1678190"},{"teacherId":1678190,"projectId":9959267,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of two Gibbon balance boards for our classroom. These balance boards will provide our students with valuable opportunities to build core strength, coordination, focus, and self-regulation throughout the school day. They will be especially helpful in supporting active learning and movement breaks for our 4th and 5th graders. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for helping us create a more engaging and inclusive learning environment for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768425209168,"projectUrl":"project/balance-boards/9959267/","projectTitle":"Balance Boards","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1678190_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1461170155457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1678190"},{"teacherId":1678190,"projectId":9713174,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of the indoor composter for our classroom. Your support gives our students a hands-on opportunity to learn about sustainability, reducing food waste, and caring for our environment in a meaningful way. \r\n\r\nThe composter will be used regularly as part of our science and climate literacy lessons, helping students see how small daily actions can make a big difference. 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These bucks represent effort, responsibility, kindness, perseverance and growth.\r\n\r\nWhen the resources arrived, my students were so excited. We begin opening the boxes after recess and thats when I shared with them our new resources. They couldn't wait to start earning the classroom bucks. \r\n\r\nStudents are now setting new goals, saying things like, \"I'm going to save for next time\", or \"I'm going to earn more bucks by helping others\". The materials sparked motivation, goal-setting, and a renewed sense of confidence across the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758816952971,"projectUrl":"project/what-motivates-you/9457504/","projectTitle":"What Motivates You","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Black","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp253478_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472151525646","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-black4"},{"teacherId":253478,"projectId":9299239,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our School Wide Kindness Campaign. Your generous donation has provided resources that directly support our students' social-emotional learning and overall well being.\r\n\r\nWhen our students found out that they would also receive swag bags with goodies and snacks that they would get to choose from, this sealed the deal. They were so excited. This has been possible because of you.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we have begun recognizing students for their acts of service and kindness within our school community. Students are now being announced over the intercom and presented with certificates, along with a brief reflection explaining why they are being honored. 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