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I've noticed students becoming more confident in trying new techniques—experimenting with watercolor, tempera, shading, and ink—without worrying about making mistakes. \r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just provide materials—it created opportunity and equity. Every student now has a place to create, dream, and see themselves as artists. These journals have helped build pride, independence, and creativity in ways that will last well beyond this semester.\r\n\r\nFrom my students and me, thank you for believing in young artists and helping make our classroom a space where creativity can truly grow.","fullyFundedDate":1753203976163,"projectUrl":"project/art-journals-for-junior-high-artists-in/9480404/","projectTitle":"ART Journals for Junior High Artists: Inspiring Creativity Every Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Christopher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10085048"},{"teacherId":9341990,"projectId":9266138,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the new pencils, papers, and markers, their excitement was contagious. Many of them immediately started sketching, writing, and brainstorming ideas for our class projects. One special moment was when we used the supplies for a group activity where students created posters to summarize key concepts from our social studies lesson. The fresh materials gave them the chance to be more engaged and creative, and they worked proudly knowing they had the tools they needed to do their best work.\r\n\r\nThese resources are continuing to support our daily lessons, from writing assignments to hands-on projects that combine art and academics. The next steps for my students include using these supplies to complete interactive notebooks and group projects that will help them review and apply what they have learned. Thanks to the support of generous donors, my students are not only more prepared for class but also more motivated and excited to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1746737526230,"projectUrl":"project/draw-write-discover-tools-to-help-us/9266138/","projectTitle":"Draw, Write, Discover: Tools to Help Us Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jocelster Anala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9341990_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740197745058","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9341990"},{"teacherId":9341990,"projectId":8972434,"letterContent":"When my students received the new art supplies, their faces lit up with excitement and curiosity. Many of them immediately began exploring the colors, paints, and materials, and we were able to start a collaborative art project that focused on expressing personal identity through creative designs. One special moment was when students worked together to create a class mural, each contributing their own unique piece to represent who they are and what inspires them. The supplies gave them the chance to fully express themselves in ways that regular paper-and-pencil activities could not.\r\n\r\nThe students' reactions were full of joy and appreciation—they were eager to dive in and couldn't stop talking about the projects they wanted to create. Moving forward, we will continue using these materials for both individual and group art activities that tie into our social studies and writing lessons, helping students make connections between creativity and academic content. These resources have opened new doors for hands-on learning, and my students are excited to build on this momentum with more art-based projects that highlight their voices and ideas.","fullyFundedDate":1740193989636,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-creativity-in-social-studies/8972434/","projectTitle":"\"Fostering Creativity in Social Studies: Request for Art Supplies\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jocelster Anala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9341990_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740197745058","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9341990"},{"teacherId":9338016,"projectId":9148604,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well! I'm thrilled to share how your generous support of our project, Sparkling Spaces, Thriving Minds: A Clean Classroom for Better Learning, has made a wonderful impact in our classroom.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the new resources, my students and I have been using them daily to maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming learning environment. One specific project we embarked on was a \"Classroom Care Teams\" initiative, where students rotate weekly to help keep different parts of our room sparkling. They've taken real ownership of the space, treating it with pride and respect.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials — from the organizers to the cleaning supplies — their faces lit up with excitement! They couldn't believe all these tools were just for our class. Many immediately volunteered to help set everything up, and some even suggested new routines for keeping our classroom even more tidy and ready for learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our classroom feels more like a community. Students focus better, collaborate more easily, and have even started requesting more group projects since our space is so much more functional.\r\n\r\nCurrently, we are working on a \"Sustainability in Our School\" project, where students research ways to reduce waste and promote cleanliness beyond our classroom. The next step is creating presentations and proposals for how our ideas could be shared with the whole school — and it all started with the inspiration of having a clean, well-cared-for space of our own.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us — thank you for giving us the tools to thrive. 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