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In a world that continues to push shorter and shorter texts, I appreciate that you have helped me on this journey of getting my students to read long chapter books.","fullyFundedDate":1767233239595,"projectUrl":"project/class-sets-of-the-outsiders/9975549/","projectTitle":"Class Sets of the Outsiders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8575537_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704849700431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8575537"},{"teacherId":9889762,"projectId":9966570,"letterContent":"Your donations have provided the students with the necessary materials in order to succeed. It has also taken a financial weight off of me as an educator. \r\n\r\nThe copy paper has created three months worth of assignments. These have been worksheets, creative writing essays, and building 3D shapes to see a real world prism. \r\n\r\nThe notebooks have provided the students with their own book for note taking and reflecting. This is something so small but so impactful. \r\n\r\nThank you for your continued support to the teachers of Oklahoma. We cannot thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1766242110404,"projectUrl":"project/essential-resources/9966570/","projectTitle":"Essential Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9889762_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736801462373","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9889762"},{"teacherId":8575537,"projectId":9822408,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the support! Your donations have immensely impacted my classroom. I have been able to use more handwritten supplies that involve more creativity, critical thinking, and deepened focus into my own literacy practices. \r\n\r\nWhen I don't have to worry as much about where and when I'm getting the supplies I need to teach with, I get to focus on my craft. Thank you for your support and your dedication to my students. My students have expressed their gratitude as well. Your generous endeavors will continue to affect their futures for years to come. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1767132761447,"projectUrl":"project/basic-school-supplies/9822408/","projectTitle":"Basic School Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8575537_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704849700431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8575537"},{"teacherId":8575537,"projectId":9793394,"letterContent":"The impact on my classroom for this project has been immense! My students have been in awe of your generosity. They couldn't believe that anyone would want to give them supplies that would be to celebrate their hard work. \r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for your generous contributions. Many of my students don't get to regularly experience the joys of what it means to be a kid. Many have immense responsibilities that I couldn't fathom having at their age. \r\n\r\nWe are working on their intrinsic motivation every day, but having these supplies has been amazing. I have many students asking me when the next BAG (behavior, attendance, and grades) party is going to be. Your donations has helped create a culture of excitement and excellence to strive to be our best selves every day. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1767028786135,"projectUrl":"project/party-supplies-for-good-behavior/9793394/","projectTitle":"Party Supplies For Good Behavior!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8575537_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704849700431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8575537"},{"teacherId":8575537,"projectId":9929281,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your donations have greatly impacted my classroom. My students have a safe space to come to learn, it is largely thanks to your donations. \r\n\r\nIf my students are hungry, I can feed them, and that has also opened up a relationship where they can tell me if something is wrong, which helps me make a lasting change. Your generosity may continue to ripple through their lives for years to come. Thank you for your dedication to providing the best environment for these students. They deserve the world and more.","fullyFundedDate":1766067623786,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks/9929281/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8575537_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704849700431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8575537"},{"teacherId":8575537,"projectId":9893778,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kindness and generosity. Your donation has had a tremendous impact in my classroom. Students have more resources, more ways to demonstrate learning, and more ways to access my curriculum. This couldn't have been done without you! \r\n\r\nSome examples of products I have been able to create from your donation: guided notes, resource packets, scaffolded prompts, text, and more! Each of my students have had multiple modes of learning that would not e possible if I was only restricted to electronics. It also enables me to continue exploring options since some students have a difficult time managing their electronics appropriately. 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They have really appreciated the assistance in getting these items to my classroom and I have appreciated them as well! I will have the bean bags for years to come and they will serve many students.","fullyFundedDate":1766072631168,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-seating-and-snacks/9904207/","projectTitle":"Comfy Seating and Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amzycki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10039338"},{"teacherId":4706402,"projectId":9966802,"letterContent":"It is a true blessing to have wonderful and amazing people and businesses willing to help out teachers in order to help their students succeed. My students were so happy when they saw all of the boxes that were coming in to my classroom. They asked what was in all those boxes. I told them that a Donor had purchased all of these snacks and treats for them. They couldn't believe it! They helped me take everything out of the boxes and were already picking which snack they wanted. They also saw all of the Mexican candy that came in as well. I told them this candy will be used when we celebrate Cinco de Mayo. They are so excited and can't wait for this. They already had a taste of some snacks and said they were \"yummy.\" Thank you again for helping my students enjoy a snack while they learn in school.","fullyFundedDate":1772550493412,"projectUrl":"project/first-test-then-celebrate/9966802/","projectTitle":"First Test Then Celebrate!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fraire","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4706402_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503591408715","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4706402"},{"teacherId":9906207,"projectId":10022669,"letterContent":"In our 8th-grade core concepts class, collaboration is the heartbeat of how we learn. However, it's hard for a student to focus on Lexia or engage in puzzle talks when they are distracted by an empty stomach or a messy workspace. Your generous donation of snacks, Lysol, and Clorox wipes has provided the essentials for our daily needs! By meeting these basic needs, you've allowed my students to stop worrying about the small things and start focusing on the big ideas.\r\n The moment the boxes were opened was a highlight of our week! 8th graders can sometimes be tough to impress, but their faces lit up when they saw the snacks. One student specifically mentioned how cool it was that people we don't even know wanted to make sure they had what they needed to succeed. It wasn't just about the supplies; it was a lesson in community and generosity. \r\n With our brain fuel and clean environment secured, my students are moving into the final months of their 8th grade year. We work a ton in small groups and have several collaborative projects planned. Thank you for giving my students a peek into the power of community support.","fullyFundedDate":1769512111214,"projectUrl":"project/hungry-minds-healthy-hands-a-mid-year/10022669/","projectTitle":"Hungry Minds, Healthy Hands: a Mid-year Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9906207_orig.jpg?crop=189,189,x0,y48&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737662580460","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9906207"},{"teacherId":7480450,"projectId":9890246,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued support of our drama department! These supplies will go a long way in keeping students comfortable and healthy. This is foundational in any classroom, but it's especially important when asking students to take risks and perform for their peers. We appreciate you greatly.\r\nStudents learn best when they feel safe and cared for. I'm so thankful that my students feel comfortable coming to me to help meet their needs, and now I'm able to do so without financial burden throughout the rest of the year.","fullyFundedDate":1766088412348,"projectUrl":"project/backstage-survival-kit/9890246/","projectTitle":"Backstage Survival Kit!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7480450_orig.jpg?crop=1511,1511,x0,y181&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619624731946","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wheelerdrama"},{"teacherId":8571672,"projectId":9962861,"letterContent":"Your generosity has provided a \"survival kit\" for my athletes that goes far beyond simple hygiene. While these aren't traditional \"texts,\" they teach my students the essential life skills of self-care, personal responsibility, and professional preparation. In sports, we talk a lot about \"showing up,\" but it is difficult to show up with confidence when you are worried about a broken hair tie, feeling self-conscious about your hygiene, or trying to perform on an empty stomach. These supplies have introduced the lesson that taking care of your body is the first step toward excellence. By removing the \"barriers of embarrassment,\" you've allowed my athletes to focus entirely on the skills of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance.\r\n\r\nIn our locker room and on the field, \"preparation\" now looks like a focused, dignified routine rather than a frantic search for borrowed supplies. You'll see athletes grabbing a granola bar to fuel up after a long school day, or quickly fixing their hair with a bobby pin so they can get straight to the drills. It has created a culture of care where my students feel supported and valued by their community. I've noticed a particular impact on a few of my athletes who often arrived at practice looking stressed or distracted; now, they head straight for the supply station, get what they need, and step onto the court with their heads held high. Seeing that shift from \"surviving\" the day to \"thriving\" in the game is exactly what your donation has made possible.","fullyFundedDate":1766084666941,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-the-game-equipping-girl-athletes/9962861/","projectTitle":"Beyond the Game: Equipping Girl Athletes for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hair","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8571672"},{"teacherId":8571672,"projectId":9933478,"letterContent":"Your incredible support has turned our classroom into a hub of historical discovery. By providing a class set of Prisoner B-3087 alongside the Teachers Pay Teachers resources, you've given my students a powerful toolkit for understanding resilience. We aren't just \"reading a story\"; we are practicing complex literacy skills like analyzing character endurance, tracking historical timelines, and comparing the protagonist's journey across ten different concentration camps. The TpT resources have allowed me to print high-quality guided organizers on our new copy paper and create laminated reference maps that students can use daily without them wearing out. It has turned a daunting historical subject into a tangible, deeply engaging curriculum.\r\n\r\nReading in our room now feels like a true sanctuary. Thanks to the snacks you provided, \"Book Club\" days have become the highlight of the week—there is something about a handful of Cheeze-Its that makes a difficult chapter much easier to digest. You'll see students tucked into our comfy spots, completely immersed in Yanek's survival story. I've been especially moved by a few of my most reluctant readers; these are students who typically struggle to finish a single chapter, but they are now racing ahead because Alan Gratz's writing is so propulsive. 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