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You have changed so many lives and brought so many smiles to their little faces!","fullyFundedDate":1762539065098,"projectUrl":"project/creative-folds-lasting-lessons/9864202/","projectTitle":"Creative Folds, Lasting Lessons!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5953455_orig.jpg?crop=1842,1842,x0,y294&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698783476953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5953455"},{"teacherId":9475890,"projectId":9873273,"letterContent":"Our students have received the donated underwear and shoes, and they are already putting them to meaningful use through their compassion project. As they collect, sort, and restock items for our school Care Closet, students are actively practicing empathy and learning how their actions directly support classmates in need. \r\nThrough reflections, discussions, and hands-on service, they are growing in their understanding that compassion is a powerful force—one they can demonstrate every day by caring for others in our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1762539138461,"projectUrl":"project/hearts-that-care-students-helping-stude/9873273/","projectTitle":"Hearts That Care: Students Helping Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hannah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9475890_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x37,y69&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762358958018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9475890"},{"teacherId":5953455,"projectId":9784285,"letterContent":"This project has empowered my elementary students to become leaders in wellness and compassion within our school and community. By sharing sanitizing wipes, tissues, pencils, and a meaningful story of positive change, students promoted both physical and mental health during our recent community events. Their efforts will create a cleaner, healthier environment while also fostering emotional support and reflection. \r\n\r\nWe had such good attendance at our events, almost all of our wellness materials were distributed! 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Thanks to these resources, they're not just studying science and engineering—they're living it.","fullyFundedDate":1751462143530,"projectUrl":"project/building-kindness-tools-for-student-led/9441011/","projectTitle":"Building Kindness: Tools for Student-Led Service Projects","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McDonald","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5945447_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751331362586","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5945447"},{"teacherId":9365642,"projectId":9373705,"letterContent":"In our small-town community, the heart of our classroom shines brightest when students get the chance to serve others. My fourth science students recently took on the role of architects, using their problem-solving and teamwork skills to design a playground and wellness space for people who might be feeling unwell—physically, mentally, or emotionally. What started as an idea quickly turned into a hands-on project that gave them a real sense of purpose and pride.\r\n\r\nStudents sketched plans, measured carefully, and built prototypes using rulers, graph paper, recycled materials, and lots of creativity. Their designs featured winding walking paths, quiet reflection corners, and playful areas that encouraged movement and connection. 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We can't wait to use the masks when learning about Carnival of the Animals!\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make our classroom a more joyful and inspiring place to learn. It's because of donors like you that we have the resources to make our classroom extra special for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1752586548829,"projectUrl":"project/we-like-to-move-it-move-it/9210306/","projectTitle":"We Like to Move It! Move It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cooper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5946260_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y160&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680575376067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5946260"},{"teacherId":5946260,"projectId":9445165,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to see the new materials that you provided for our music classroom! With these resources, students were able to make cards for our local nursing home residents. After learning about what a nursing home is and how it cares for people in our community, they were eager to create heartfelt cards filled with well wishes. \r\n\r\nLater this year, these same students will have the chance to meet the residents in person when we visit to sing for them. I love any opportunity to help my students share their creativity and kindness, and these materials gave us that chance. We are so grateful for your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1751895202545,"projectUrl":"project/sharing-music-beyond-the-classroom/9445165/","projectTitle":"Sharing Music Beyond the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cooper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5946260_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y160&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680575376067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5946260"},{"teacherId":5953455,"projectId":9663412,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students from a rural, primarily low-income community have been given an exciting new way to learn, create, and grow. The foam building blocks have quickly become a favorite classroom tool, allowing students to design and construct buildings, bridges, and imaginative structures. At the same time, they are practicing financial literacy by working with budgets, assigning value to blocks, and making choices about how to \"spend\" or \"save.\" This unique combination of art, engineering, and money management has inspired collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Students are learning to weigh trade-offs, stretch resources, and work toward a shared goal—all while having fun and expressing their creativity. Your support has provided not just materials, but meaningful opportunities for hands-on learning that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757438746249,"projectUrl":"project/the-building-blocks-of-financial-liter/9663412/","projectTitle":"The \"Building Blocks\" of Financial Literacy!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5953455_orig.jpg?crop=1842,1842,x0,y294&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698783476953","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5953455"},{"teacherId":5953455,"projectId":9560959,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! My students are absolutely loving the chance to create their own diamond art while learning how to make smart choices about supplies. The snacks you helped provide, like chips and cookies, make our club time extra special and give us a chance to build community as we learn together. 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