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With help of your donations stations included airbrush to form lettering with air brush techniques. \r\n\r\nAll students participated in lettering practices in design of a poster and all were able to see airbrush being used to enhance lettering.","fullyFundedDate":1746468272873,"projectUrl":"project/with-an-airbrush-students-learn-calligra/9032241/","projectTitle":"With an Airbrush Students Learn Calligraphic Script in Art Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9621790_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734524438158","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9621790"},{"teacherId":10268299,"projectId":9982356,"letterContent":"I am so pleased to communicate that through the help of kind donation of electronic tablets, my students have progressed very quickly and are inspired to continue to work harder in their exploration of other places. Their curiosities have been awakened. \r\n\r\nThey no longer have to worry about running out of lined paper in order to keep important information. Having a dependable supply of classroom paper is essential for writing assignments, taking notes, and writing some of our creative ideas. Thanks to your support, my students are better furnished with a vital supply of paper. Your contribution removes major obstacles for our classroom and permits us to spend more time concentrating on the curriculum. \r\n\r\nFinally, with the donation of the mechanical pencils, my students do not have to worry with the distraction of sharpening their pencils or worrying about disturbing others when they sharpening their pencils. They love being able to write with these very comfortable pencils that have fast become their favorite!","fullyFundedDate":1778293094744,"projectUrl":"project/creative-minds-want-to-know/9982356/","projectTitle":"Creative Minds Want to Know!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Holden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10268299_orig.png?crop=2500,2500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1779474915778","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10268299"},{"teacherId":9921219,"projectId":10211314,"letterContent":"On behalf of Murrah High School, I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of cleaning materials. Your thoughtful contribution will make a meaningful difference in maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy learning environment for our students and staff. We deeply appreciate your commitment to supporting our school and community, and your kindness does not go unnoticed. Thank you for investing in our students' success and well-being.\r\n\r\nYour donation arrives at a particularly important time for our school. As we continue to prioritize the health and safety of everyone in our building, access to quality cleaning supplies is essential. \r\n\r\nBeyond the immediate practical benefits, your generosity sends a powerful message to our students about the importance of community support and civic responsibility. When young people see local donors investing in their school, it reinforces the value of education and demonstrates that people genuinely care about their future. This kind of encouragement can have lasting effects on student motivation and engagement, helping them understand that they are part of a caring community that believes in them.\r\n\r\nMurrah High School is committed to providing an excellent educational experience, and partnerships like yours make that mission possible. We simply cannot do this work alone, and we are grateful for donors like you who understand the vital role that community support plays in student success. Your contribution is a tangible expression of your belief in public education and your investment in the next generation of leaders, innovators, and engaged citizens.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your incredible support. We are truly grateful to have such committed partners in our community.","fullyFundedDate":1778103985163,"projectUrl":"project/science-students-in-action-creating-a-c/10211314/","projectTitle":"Science Students in Action: Creating a Cleaner School Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Karen Joy Perera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9921219"},{"teacherId":10441017,"projectId":10221367,"letterContent":"I am so thankful for your support of our classroom. Your donation provides important tools that will help my students learn and feel more confident as they begin the next school year. These resources will make a big difference in how we explore chemistry together.\r\n\r\nThe printer will help my students easily access lab sheets and keep their work organized, allowing experiments to run more smoothly. The camera will give my students a way to capture experiments and observations, helping them reflect, share ideas, and explain what they are learning in their own words.\r\n\r\nWith thermometers and litmus paper, my students can measure changes and test substances firsthand, turning textbook lessons into real‑world experiences. My students are excited to use these materials next school year, and your generosity will leave a lasting impact on their learning. Thank you for believing in them and supporting our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1778097300819,"projectUrl":"project/print-test-measure-powering-up-our-ch/10221367/","projectTitle":"Print, Test, Measure: Powering Up Our Chemistry Lab!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Capua","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10441017"},{"teacherId":10441017,"projectId":10167511,"letterContent":"The iPad we received has truly made a difference in my classroom. It has become a valuable tool for helping my students stay engaged and organized, especially during lab activities. Students use the iPad to record observations, take pictures of their experiments, and complete their lab reports, which has helped them better understand and explain what they are learning.\r\n\r\nWe have also used the iPad for activities like Kahoot, which has made reviewing content more interactive and enjoyable for students. They are more willing to participate, excited to show what they know, and motivated to learn when technology is incorporated into our lessons. \r\n\r\nI am sincerely grateful to the donors who made this possible. Your generosity provided my students with a tool that supports both hands-on learning and interactive instruction. Thank you for helping enhance my students' learning experience and for investing in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1775751281978,"projectUrl":"project/bonding-through-kindness-empowering-com/10167511/","projectTitle":"Bonding Through Kindness: Empowering Compassionate Chemists With One iPad","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Capua","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10441017"},{"teacherId":10441017,"projectId":10184529,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible. When we received the materials, my students were genuinely excited and full of purpose. Seeing the supplies in front of them made the project feel real, and they immediately understood that someone believed in their ability to make a positive difference in their school.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, this project will have a lasting impact on my students. They are learning the importance of responsibility, teamwork, and service as they take pride in caring for their classrooms and school environment. These lessons go beyond academics and help shape who they are becoming.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support and are committed to carrying out this project with care and intention. Your kindness has inspired my students, and the impact of this experience will continue to reach far beyond the classroom. Thank you for believing in our students and our school.","fullyFundedDate":1776179381954,"projectUrl":"project/young-scientists-taking-action-for-a-cle/10184529/","projectTitle":"Young Scientists Taking Action for a Cleaner School Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Capua","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10441017"},{"teacherId":9448248,"projectId":9940907,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in bringing \"Building the Blueprint of Life: A Hands-On DNA Exploration\" to our classroom. Because of your support, my students have transitioned from simply reading about genetic structures in a textbook to physically manipulating the components that make us who we are.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using the new resources to dive deep into molecular biology through a series of differentiated stations. When the materials first arrived, the excitement in the room was palpable; my students were eager to open the kits and were particularly fascinated by the precision of the lab equipment. One standout moment occurred during our first 3D modeling session. A student, who had previously struggled to visualize how nitrogenous bases pair together, had a \"lightbulb moment\" while physically snapping the nucleotides into place. Seeing that click of understanding—where abstract science becomes a tangible reality—is exactly why these resources are so vital.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, our next step is to apply these foundational modeling skills to a complex project involving DNA extraction and analysis. Using the blueprints they've built, students will now attempt to isolate actual DNA, comparing their physical models to the real genetic material they see under the microscope. This project has not only boosted their confidence in the lab but has also sparked a genuine curiosity about careers in genetics and biotechnology. Your contribution has truly laid the groundwork for the next generation of scientists in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith sincere gratitude,\r\n\r\nMs. Delcano","fullyFundedDate":1765764406372,"projectUrl":"project/building-the-blueprint-of-life-a-hands-/9940907/","projectTitle":"Building the Blueprint of Life: A Hands-On DNA Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chris Delcano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9448248"},{"teacherId":10268299,"projectId":10171270,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind donation to our cause! My classroom should run a bit better now with the additional resources! \r\n\r\nI am very appreciative of your kindness and just wanted to express my gratitude in helping me to help mold the next generation! Teaching at an underfunded school, these resources are so needed.\r\n\r\nWith the increase in a multilingual society, these electronics will help them communicate with others. 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