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Maintaining cleanliness not only supports students' physical health but also positively impacts their focus, comfort, and overall learning experience. Your support has empowered us to take pride in our classroom and reinforce the importance of responsibility and care for shared spaces. Thank you for investing in our students and for helping us create an environment where they can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1758202842150,"projectUrl":"project/sanitize-to-scholar-ize/9432947/","projectTitle":"Sanitize To Scholar-ize!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bolden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9575283_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719165190454","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9575283"},{"teacherId":1496768,"projectId":9965067,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of chips for our school counselor. 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We are truly grateful for your generosity and for investing in the well-being of our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a positive difference in our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1766764530946,"projectUrl":"project/crunch-time/9965067/","projectTitle":"Crunch Time","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Wahid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1496768_orig.jpg?crop=1146,1146,x534,y540&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658188855737","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wahid"},{"teacherId":1496768,"projectId":9972957,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing neon classroom décor for my student teacher's first grade classroom. This is her very first classroom, and your kindness has helped transform it into a bright, welcoming space where students are excited to learn.\r\n\r\nThe colorful décor immediately created a positive and energetic atmosphere. Our first graders are drawn to the vibrant visuals, and it has helped make the classroom feel organized, joyful, and truly their own. For a new teacher just beginning her journey, having a classroom that feels complete and inviting has made a meaningful difference in her confidence and enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes far beyond decorations—you helped set the tone for a successful first year of teaching and created a space where students feel comfortable, inspired, and ready to learn each day. We are incredibly grateful for your support and belief in our students and future educators.\r\n\r\nThank you for being such an important part of this classroom's beginning.","fullyFundedDate":1767113663512,"projectUrl":"project/learning-looks-better-in-color/9972957/","projectTitle":"Learning Looks Better in Color!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Wahid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1496768_orig.jpg?crop=1146,1146,x534,y540&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658188855737","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wahid"},{"teacherId":3698177,"projectId":9959482,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift. My students were so excited to use the watercolors to make their own creation . The children were thrilled to get lots of supplies. We got to do a collage that celebrated our diversity. These three and four year olds had plenty of paper to make all kinds of creations. They also painted cards to send to family and friends. We can do so much now!\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for donors like you that make it possible for our ideas to come to life. You are awesome! Happy New Year!","fullyFundedDate":1765980979025,"projectUrl":"project/art-supplies/9959482/","projectTitle":"Art Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hogge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3698177"},{"teacherId":3698177,"projectId":9951022,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity. These three and four year olds were so excited to get a surprise snack to have during class. No more glazed-over looks for a while. My scholars will enjoy the extra boost, we all enjoy a little food encouragement.\r\n\r\nWe are learning letter sounds and one to one correspondence and showing kindness to others. These sweet treats will help motivate. Everyone needs a little sweetness! We are grateful to have people in this world like you! Again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts and tummies!","fullyFundedDate":1765409486984,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-motivation/9951022/","projectTitle":"Sweet Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hogge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3698177"},{"teacherId":1496768,"projectId":9938870,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our first grade classroom! Because of your kindness, my students now have small storage baskets, cozy beanbag chairs, and bright bulletin board borders that make our classroom both organized and inviting. The storage baskets help students independently access and care for materials, building responsibility and confidence. The beanbag chairs provide a comfortable space for reading, calming down, and focusing during learning time, helping students feel safe and supported. The colorful bulletin board borders beautifully showcase student work and learning, making them feel proud of their accomplishments. Your support has created a warm, engaging environment where my first graders can learn, grow, and feel excited to come to school each day. Thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our students' success—we truly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1766764534637,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-color-confident-readers/9938870/","projectTitle":"Comfort + Color = Confident Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Wahid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1496768_orig.jpg?crop=1146,1146,x534,y540&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658188855737","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wahid"},{"teacherId":1496768,"projectId":9929897,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my first grade classroom! Because of you, my students now have bright neon storage bins and cheerful bulletin board paper and borders that truly transform our learning space. The storage bins help us stay organized and teach my students responsibility as they learn to care for shared materials. The colorful bulletin boards create a welcoming environment where student work, learning goals, and celebrations of growth can be proudly displayed.\r\n\r\nThese materials may seem simple, but they make a huge difference in how my students feel about coming to school each day. A well-organized, vibrant classroom helps first graders feel safe, excited, and ready to learn. Your kindness directly supports their learning and helps create a space where young learners can thrive. 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The matching shirts will help the children feel included, enthusiastic, and ready to engage in the fun activities we have planned to mark 100 days of learning. Your support will make this day one they will remember for years to come, fostering joy, teamwork, and a sense of accomplishment in our classroom. We are truly grateful for your kindness and for helping make our 100th Day of School celebration extra special.","fullyFundedDate":1765409480818,"projectUrl":"project/stronger-every-day-celebrating-100-days/9897782/","projectTitle":"Stronger Every Day: Celebrating 100 Days of Us","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Wahid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1496768_orig.jpg?crop=1146,1146,x534,y540&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658188855737","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wahid"},{"teacherId":1496768,"projectId":9938926,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our project! Our first-grade classroom now has engaging spelling games, a giant magnetic writing tablet, and whiteboard erasers that will make a big impact on student learning. These materials provide hands-on, interactive ways for students to practice spelling patterns, build phonics skills, and strengthen their confidence as readers and writers.\r\nThe spelling games make learning fun and collaborative, while the large magnetic writing tablet allows me to model writing, for the entire class, at one time. The whiteboard erasers support daily math and spelling instruction.\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students and for helping provide tools that support meaningful learning experiences. 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These bins help keep our classroom organized and accessible, allowing students to independently find and return materials while learning responsibility and organization skills.\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your investment in our students and for believing in the importance of a supportive, engaging classroom. Your generosity has a lasting impact, and our students and teacher truly appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1766764536087,"projectUrl":"project/bright-bins-for-bright-minds/9929939/","projectTitle":"Bright Bins for Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Wahid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1496768_orig.jpg?crop=1146,1146,x534,y540&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658188855737","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wahid"},{"teacherId":10256912,"projectId":9753247,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful impact by helping students see themselves through art. 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