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Thank you for helping bring this project to life!","fullyFundedDate":1746667713715,"projectUrl":"project/can-you-hear-me/9084573/","projectTitle":"Can You Hear Me?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Linsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8053577_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y131&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632249907006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-linsey"},{"teacherId":8053577,"projectId":9083308,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness! My students were very excited to hear about the new incentives for the new school year. We plan to have many game parties and days to help encourage positive behavior And good attendance. It means a lot to me that so many people care to help my ideas come to life for my students. The students appreciate the games so much and are ready to play them at our next event! Even the teachers are excited about the game. Thank you so much for your support! It really means a lot to us.","fullyFundedDate":1746787083216,"projectUrl":"project/the-game-of-good-behavior/9083308/","projectTitle":"The Game of Good Behavior","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Linsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8053577_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y131&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632249907006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-linsey"},{"teacherId":8907548,"projectId":9207225,"letterContent":"During state testing, your generosity allowed us to provide healthy snacks for scholars during their breaks. These snacks kept them energized, alert, and ready to focus—especially since our lunch period was scheduled later in the day. The students were thrilled when they first saw the snacks waiting for them. It was a small but powerful way to remind them that they are cared for and supported, even during stressful testing days.\r\nOne special moment was when a student who usually struggles to stay engaged during long assessments told me, \"I feel like I can actually finish strong today because I'm not hungry.\" That simple boost made a big difference in their confidence.\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue to build stamina in reading and math by practicing with shorter passages and multi-step word problems. The snacks you helped provide will continue to serve as encouragement and fuel while we take on these academic challenges together.\r\nThank you again for giving my students the energy to shine!","fullyFundedDate":1746787177258,"projectUrl":"project/tcap-snacks/9207225/","projectTitle":"TCAP Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Clayton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8907548_orig.png?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722481076450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8907548"},{"teacherId":8053577,"projectId":8890652,"letterContent":"First, thank you so much for supporting this project. The students were so excited to find out that we had received the popcorn machine. A movie day with popcorn was the first incentive for the class that had the highest attendance rate during our state testing March Madness event. The machine was also used for our school's registration event. We provided popcorn to students and parents as they registered for school. This has been a great incentive and this has encouraged students to attend school. Thank you so much for the support!","fullyFundedDate":1738805448485,"projectUrl":"project/poppin-for-good-behavior-2/8890652/","projectTitle":"Poppin' for Good Behavior 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Linsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8053577_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y131&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632249907006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-linsey"},{"teacherId":8053577,"projectId":8890673,"letterContent":"This was such a great incentive. These tasty treat boxes were used as rewards for our March Madness Attendance Challenge. These treat boxes were awarded to the top 8 classes that had the highest perfect attendance rate during week 3 of the challenge. These treat boxes came in a fancy box and the students enjoyed the teats and were so happy to receive these treats. It helps a lot when we have treats on had to give out to students. This friendly competition among the classes was a fun way to encourage students to come to school and be on time each day. Thank you so much for the donation!","fullyFundedDate":1738805448373,"projectUrl":"project/tasty-incentives-for-good-behavior/8890673/","projectTitle":"Tasty Incentives for Good Behavior","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Linsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8053577_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y131&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632249907006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-linsey"},{"teacherId":8053577,"projectId":9031707,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! My staff and students were so appreciative to receive the disinfectant spray, wipes, sanitizer, and facial tissue. We want all students and staff member at school every day. These items will help to sanitize desks, tables, and other items to hopefully limit germs this winter. We are so happy to have these items to help us have a germ free building. It means so much to me to have you donate and support my school. Thank you so much for helping us the fund this project!","fullyFundedDate":1736541098899,"projectUrl":"project/operation-germ-free/9031707/","projectTitle":"Operation Germ Free","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Linsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8053577_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y131&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632249907006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-linsey"},{"teacherId":8907548,"projectId":8992748,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of my classroom through DonorsChoose! Your contributions have made a meaningful difference in the lives of my students, providing them with resources and opportunities that inspire their learning and growth every day. \r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students can access tools and materials that make our lessons more engaging and impactful. Seeing their faces light up as they explore new concepts and discover their potential has been a heartwarming reminder of the power of community and support. \r\n\r\nFrom my heart, thank you for believing in my students and investing in their futures. Your support means the world to us, and we are so grateful for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1733443877681,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-shipment-2024-12-0/8992748/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials Shipment: 2024-12-05","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Clayton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8907548_orig.png?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722481076450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8907548"},{"teacherId":8907548,"projectId":9035983,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of my classroom through DonorsChoose! Your contributions have made a meaningful difference in the lives of my students, providing them with resources and opportunities that inspire their learning and growth every day. \r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students can access tools and materials that make our lessons more engaging and impactful. Seeing their faces light up as they explore new concepts and discover their potential has been a heartwarming reminder of the power of community and support. \r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in my students and for investing in their futures. Your support means the world to us, and we are so grateful for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1737559499003,"projectUrl":"project/winter-essentials/9035983/","projectTitle":"Winter Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Clayton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8907548_orig.png?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722481076450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8907548"},{"teacherId":8907548,"projectId":8941013,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of my classroom through DonorsChoose! Your contributions have made a meaningful difference in the lives of my students, providing them with resources and opportunities that inspire their learning and growth every day. \r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students can access tools and materials that make our lessons more engaging and impactful. Seeing their faces light up as they explore new concepts and discover their potential has been a heartwarming reminder of the power of community and support. \r\n\r\nFrom my heart, thank you for believing in my students and investing in their futures. Your support means the world to us, and we are so grateful for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1734099456828,"projectUrl":"project/teacher-essentials-for-success/8941013/","projectTitle":"Teacher Essentials for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Clayton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8907548_orig.png?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722481076450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8907548"},{"teacherId":8053577,"projectId":8551054,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and kindness! Your donation continues to help supply our Clothes and Hygiene cabinet that provides essential items for students when they are at school. This donations have also been used to send home with students, so they can can have essential hygiene items at home too. It is such a pleasure to be able to provide these items to students and families when they need them. We appreciate you so much for make it possible to have and maintain a Clothes and Hygiene cabinet. It makes it so much easier when we have these items on hand. Thank you for making this project a reality!","fullyFundedDate":1726886566335,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-young-ladies/8551054/","projectTitle":"For the Young Ladies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Linsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8053577_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y131&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632249907006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-linsey"},{"teacherId":8907548,"projectId":8761519,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of my classroom through DonorsChoose! Your contributions have made a meaningful difference in the lives of my students, providing them with resources and opportunities that inspire their learning and growth every day. \r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students can access tools and materials that make our lessons more engaging and impactful. Seeing their faces light up as they explore new concepts and discover their potential has been a heartwarming reminder of the power of community and support. \r\n\r\nFrom my heart, thank you for believing in my students and investing in their futures. Your support means the world to us, and we are so grateful for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1726016002953,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-shipment-2024-09-1/8761519/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials Shipment: 2024-09-10","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Clayton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8907548_orig.png?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722481076450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8907548"},{"teacherId":2295925,"projectId":3495444,"letterContent":"On behalf of Shelby Oaks Elementary, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous support of our school's hygiene closet. Your kindness will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and their families. \r\n\r\nThanks to your donation we will be able to provide essential hygiene products to students in need. Your contribution will help ensure that no child has to worry about basic personal care while trying to succeed in school.\r\n\r\nYour support demonstrates the powerful impact a caring community can have on the well-being and success of its young people. We are creating a healthier and more compassionate environment for every student who walks through our doors. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and commitment to our students. 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