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Thank you for believing in their potential and helping us build something lasting.","fullyFundedDate":1767229889750,"projectUrl":"project/turning-strong-readers-into-exceptional/9951018/","projectTitle":"Turning Strong Readers into Exceptional Thinkers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kujan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10378859"},{"teacherId":8370669,"projectId":9911011,"letterContent":"Because of your support, my students have access to Honest History, a children's magazine that brings social studies to life in meaningful and engaging ways. This magazine has helped my class explore history through real stories, diverse perspectives, and age-appropriate discussions that encourage curiosity and critical thinking. Students are excited to read each issue, ask thoughtful questions, and connect past events to the world they see today.\r\n\r\nHonest History has become a valuable classroom resource during our social studies lessons, sparking rich conversations and helping students better understand complex topics like fairness, community, and change over time. Your generosity has made it possible for my students to learn history in a way that is inclusive, honest, and empowering. Thank you for investing in resources that help young learners grow into informed, compassionate citizens.","fullyFundedDate":1764679902918,"projectUrl":"project/history-they-can-hold-in-their-hands/9911011/","projectTitle":"History They Can Hold in Their Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tash","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8370669_orig.png?crop=350,350,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763672277857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8370669"},{"teacherId":8370669,"projectId":9907419,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our 4th grade scientists and historians now have the simple but powerful tools they need to bring their learning to life. The glue sticks and markers you helped provide are already being used daily as students create models, diagrams, timelines, and interactive notebooks that help them truly understand science and social studies concepts. What might seem like small supplies make a big difference in allowing students to actively engage, create, and collaborate.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, my students are no longer limited to worksheets—they're building food webs, labeling landforms, illustrating scientific processes, and designing projects that reflect their thinking and creativity. Your support has helped foster a classroom environment where learning is hands-on, student-centered, and joyful. Thank you for investing in our classroom and for believing in the power of creative learning. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on my students and their education. 💙","fullyFundedDate":1763853688899,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies-for-exceptional-stude/9907419/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies for Exceptional Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tash","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8370669_orig.png?crop=350,350,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763672277857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8370669"},{"teacherId":3363305,"projectId":9907255,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our Community Garden! All of the items have been received and we are working hard at putting it together and starting to grow items from the seeds that we got. The shade structures that we received are helping to ensure that the plants are getting the correct amount of sunlight, especially with the hot AZ sun that we have! Some of the plants need some shade! \r\n\r\nThe students were so excited when all the items started to arrive at the school! They set out the stepping stones to create a path to different garden boxes that we have plants growing in. The hydroponics gardens are being used inside to start the growing process and students love learning about how that process works. The students are most excited about having the opportunity to paint rocks and place them in the garden. They know that they are the first group of students to have this garden and that their legacy will remain there for many years to come. 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Our classrooms are so thankful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1763609712436,"projectUrl":"project/preparing-for-the-future-one-easel-at-a/9898347/","projectTitle":"Preparing For the Future One Easel At a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7549880"},{"teacherId":8370669,"projectId":7996965,"letterContent":"Bringing Sphero coding robots into our 4th grade science classroom has transformed the way students engage with learning. Instead of simply reading about scientific concepts or hearing explanations, students now have the chance to explore ideas through hands-on experiences. As they program their Spheros to move, react, and solve challenges, they develop a deeper understanding of force, motion, energy, and problem-solving. 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