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Seeing the full process from breeding to growth helps students understand aquaculture not just as animal care, but as a science- and business-driven field.\r\n\r\nYour support gives students hands-on experience with real aquaculture practices and helps prepare them for future careers in agriculture, fisheries, and environmental sciences. Thank you for investing in meaningful, career-connected learning.","fullyFundedDate":1763567767014,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-fish-big-lessons-exploring-aquacu/9869528/","projectTitle":"Tiny Fish, Big Lessons: Exploring Aquaculture Through Breeding","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stelljes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9524238_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714527305429","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stelljes"},{"teacherId":9524238,"projectId":9870498,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Rooted in Aquaculture project. Your generosity has allowed students to explore the vital connection between plants, water, and aquatic systems through hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, students are actively growing and maintaining aquatic and wetland plants while learning how healthy root systems improve water quality, nutrient cycling, and overall ecosystem balance. They are gaining real-world experience in plant care, system monitoring, and problem-solving—skills used in aquaculture, environmental science, and conservation careers.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, this project provides their first opportunity to see how plant health directly impacts aquatic life. Being able to care for living systems builds responsibility, confidence, and a deeper understanding of sustainability.\r\n\r\nYour support helps turn lessons into experiences and inspires students to see themselves as future stewards of our natural resources. Thank you for investing in their education and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1762266432753,"projectUrl":"project/rooted-in-water-growing-aquatic-plants/9870498/","projectTitle":"Rooted in Water: Growing Aquatic Plants in Aquaculture","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stelljes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9524238_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714527305429","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stelljes"},{"teacherId":9524238,"projectId":9523369,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with cast nets. These tools have already made a meaningful impact on how my students learn aquaculture and natural resource management.\r\n\r\nWith these cast nets, students are now able to safely and responsibly sample live aquatic organisms, practice population surveys, and learn firsthand how fisheries scientists and aquaculture professionals collect data in the field. Instead of only talking about concepts like species diversity, habitat use, and fish behavior, students can experience them directly through hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nThe cast nets also help students build practical skills such as teamwork, situational awareness, and proper equipment handling—skills that are essential in aquaculture, conservation, and environmental science careers. For many of my students, this is their first opportunity to use professional-grade field equipment, which makes learning feel real and empowering.\r\n\r\nYour support helps provide experiences that connect classroom instruction to real-world careers and gives students confidence in their abilities. Thank you for investing in their education and opening the door to learning beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755700211643,"projectUrl":"project/reel-fun-real-gear-fishing-nets-for-ff/9523369/","projectTitle":"Reel Fun, Real Gear: Fishing Nets for FFA Sport Fishing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stelljes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9524238_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714527305429","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stelljes"},{"teacherId":9157027,"projectId":9747506,"letterContent":"I want to share how the STEM tools you provided for our media center have transformed the way my students learn. Many of my students use technology casually at home, but having access to professional tools like a green screen, a microphone, and a sturdy mount has opened up a completely new world for them. Instead of just watching videos, they are now creating them. They are learning how lighting affects a scene, how audio clarity changes the tone of a message, and how digital storytelling can bring an idea to life. This technology brings real-world media production skills directly into our classroom and gives them hands-on experiences that feel meaningful and exciting.\r\n\r\nThe green screen has been the biggest hit. Students love seeing themselves appear in different places during their recordings, whether they are pretending to report news from another country or presenting a business product in a fun, creative environment. The microphone has also been a favorite because it makes them feel professional, confident, and proud of the content they're producing. They immediately noticed how much clearer their voices sounded, and it motivated them to speak with more intention and expression.\r\n\r\nThere are a few students who have truly blossomed because of these tools. Some of my quieter students, who normally hesitate to speak out loud in class, suddenly felt comfortable stepping up to the microphone because the equipment made them feel like their voices mattered. I've watched students who rarely participate become the ones leading media projects, experimenting with backgrounds, adjusting camera angles, and helping their classmates record scenes. This technology has revealed new strengths in students who didn't always believe they had them.\r\n\r\nYour donation has not just provided equipment, but opportunities. You gave my students the chance to explore their creativity, build confidence, and develop skills that will follow them far beyond my classroom. Thank you for believing in their potential and helping us create a space where imagination and learning come together in the best way.","fullyFundedDate":1759169889944,"projectUrl":"project/shark-tank-stem-student-entrepreneurs-w/9747506/","projectTitle":"Shark Tank STEM: Student Entrepreneurs with a Digital Marketing Twist","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9157027_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y201&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697825612497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9157027"},{"teacherId":9157027,"projectId":9336520,"letterContent":"I want to share what your generosity has done for my classroom. The arts and crafts materials and healthy snacks you provided have already made a huge impact. When my students first saw the supplies, their reactions were priceless. They were excited, curious, and genuinely surprised that someone cared enough to invest in their creativity. A few of them kept repeating, “This is really for us?” They immediately started exploring the markers, papers, and tools, imagining what they could design.\n\nOne of the best moments happened during our entrepreneurship lesson, when students were creating logos for their mock businesses. Because of your contribution, they were able to use colorful materials, quality paper, and creative tools instead of basic notebook sheets. It changed the energy in the room. They took more pride in their work, collaborated more confidently, and pushed themselves to be more imaginative. The healthy snacks have also been a quiet but powerful support. Several students grab one before we start long work periods, and it keeps them focused, calm, and ready to learn without feeling hungry.\n\nYour donation didn’t just give them supplies; it gave them a sense of possibility and encouragement. They feel seen. They feel supported. And they feel motivated to keep creating.\n\nOur next step is launching a hands-on branding project where each student will create a small product concept, design packaging, and build a mini display using the materials you helped us secure. Because of you, they get to bring their ideas to life in a way that feels real, meaningful, and fun.\n\nThank you for believing in my students and making our classroom a brighter, more creative place. Your generosity truly matters.","fullyFundedDate":1755521855483,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-and-creative/9336520/","projectTitle":"Fresh and Creative","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9157027_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y201&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697825612497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9157027"},{"teacherId":2223015,"projectId":9421656,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to my classroom project. When the packages arrived it was such a treat for myself and the students to get to open. I love to treat my students to a piece of candy when they are able to solve coding problems or help another fellow student. It also helps to keep the students behavior better grounded when they know there is a surprise for their great behavior. \r\n\r\nHaving Clorox wipes to keep the desks and areas clean sure does help to keep the students from sharing germs and getting sick. The spray can air sure helps to keep the chromebooks clean from particles getting inside the keyboard. We have used the cardstock for projects with coding for our class. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you for your kindness and generosity to my class.","fullyFundedDate":1758849641387,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-classroom/9421656/","projectTitle":"Creating a Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carroll","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2223015_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468648340272","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tracey-carroll"},{"teacherId":2223015,"projectId":9805304,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support in my classroom. Having this giftcard to Teacher Pay Teachers is such a support and help for my students. This will enable me to print out worksheets and project ideas for my class to work indivitually or in groups. \r\n\r\nThe students were excited when I told them that we are getting the giftcard. They have seen the work that I have wanted to purchase for them and they are ready to get on their project. It will also enable me to purchase work that students can take home if need be to study.","fullyFundedDate":1762266355683,"projectUrl":"project/tech-for-tomorrows-learners/9805304/","projectTitle":"Tech for Tomorrow's Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carroll","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2223015_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468648340272","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tracey-carroll"},{"teacherId":2223015,"projectId":9599957,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity towards my classroom. My students were so happy when I opened the box of kleenex. It helps so much with the colder weather bringing the flu, colds and much more. The package with the birthday materials arrived so quickly. My students were so excited because we just happen to have 2 birthdays in class on that day. \r\n\r\nIt is kind partners and people like yourself that help to make my classroom a greater place. I feel so blessed to have kind hearted and giving people that are willing to help in our classrooms.","fullyFundedDate":1759169889456,"projectUrl":"project/birthdays-sickness-and-writing/9599957/","projectTitle":"Birthdays, Sickness and Writing!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carroll","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2223015_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468648340272","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tracey-carroll"},{"teacherId":9524238,"projectId":9481347,"letterContent":"Our Paper with Purpose project has already started making a positive impact in our classroom! Thanks to your support, every student now has their own eco-friendly paper folders to keep class materials organized, along with a hole puncher to build personalized binders and take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nWhat may seem like simple supplies have made a big difference—students are taking pride in keeping their notes neat, tracking their projects, and staying on top of deadlines. The best part is that these materials are sustainable, reducing our reliance on plastic while teaching responsibility toward the environment.\r\n\r\nThis project not only helped ease the burden on families who may struggle to purchase supplies but also modeled the kind of stewardship and organization that's essential in both the classroom and future careers. 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Thanks to this new incubator, they'll be able to observe the stages of embryo development with consistency and accuracy—something our older incubators just couldn't guarantee.\r\n\r\nThe improved humidity control and built-in timers will help ensure higher hatch rates, which means every student will get a chance to witness life begin right before their eyes. These moments create powerful lessons in biology, responsibility, and compassion, all while tying directly into our aquaculture and FFA curriculum.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just provide equipment—it gave my students the opportunity to connect what they learn in science to the real world in a hands-on, unforgettable way. 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Each day they couldn't wait to see which tradition they would explore next.\r\n\r\nThey've already created Japanese gyotaku fish prints, Pacific Islander tapa-inspired designs, Aboriginal dot art, West African Adinkra-style symbols, and Native American–inspired petroglyphs. Not only did this expose them to diverse cultural traditions, but it also gave us the opportunity to revisit our aquaculture history lessons—helping them prepare for their tests in a way that felt creative and meaningful.\r\n\r\nYour support gave my students a chance to connect art, history, and aquaculture in ways they had never experienced before. They walked away with both knowledge and pride in their work, seeing how cultures around the world have celebrated and expressed their relationship to water, fish, and resources. Thank you for helping us bring cultural representation and creativity into our classroom in such a powerful way.","fullyFundedDate":1752508653819,"projectUrl":"project/cultures-in-clay-exploring-aquaculture/9374459/","projectTitle":"Cultures in Clay: Exploring Aquaculture Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stelljes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9524238_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714527305429","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stelljes"},{"teacherId":9157015,"projectId":9394253,"letterContent":"Our aprons came in and they look amazing. My students already feel and look more professional. Our old aprons pretty much had it. Now they can practice responsible safe cooking. when everyone has the same type apron, there is less confusion. They look like a team now. Each student is required to maintain a clean apron while cooking. They know to clean as they work. Staying clean just means cleaner habits. When they come to class it helps to start the day clean and looking professional. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1752844974420,"projectUrl":"project/aprons-for-all-empowering-young-chefs/9394253/","projectTitle":"Aprons for All: Empowering Young Chefs","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9157015_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706819731522","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9157015"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_24743","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":500,"numTeachers":8,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":71,"percentWhite":14,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":5,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"62.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR District Record","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":36.0,"schoolId":24743,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Moss Point Career Technical Education Center on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Moss Point Career Technical Education Center","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/mississippi/moss-point-school-district/vocational-education/24743"}