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It was incredible to see the school transformed into a hub of discovery and innovation.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contributions, students were able to build, test, and create using high-quality resources that truly brought their projects to life. These materials did more than just complete an experiment; they sparked curiosity and built confidence in our young learners. 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Because of your kindness, our students have enjoyed exciting space-themed materials and glow-in-the-dark items that have truly made this event out of this world.\r\n\r\nYour support not only has added fun and creativity to our celebration of reading, but also inspires our students to explore new worlds through books. We are so grateful for your partnership and commitment to fostering a love of learning in our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1769395235873,"projectUrl":"project/glow-into-reading-space-edition/10055829/","projectTitle":"Glow Into Reading: Space Edition","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scantlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3787200_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471990889665","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-scantlin"},{"teacherId":3832465,"projectId":10072017,"letterContent":"My EAST students are creative problem-solvers who use technology to serve real needs in our community. Several years ago, students built toddler-sized wheelchairs from simple materials like a Bumbo seat and lawn mower wheels. While basic, those devices gave toddlers under age three the life-changing ability to move independently. That project continues to inspire our students to redesign and improve the concept using today's advanced tools.\r\n\r\nWith a Bambu Lab Mini 3D printer and PETG filament, students will design and produce a safer, stronger, and more customizable mobility device in partnership with MakeGood and the Children's Therapy Team. PETG's durability and impact resistance make it ideal for young children who need stability and safety, and the Bambu Mini's precision will allow students to print high-quality structural parts efficiently.\r\n\r\nStudents will collaborate with therapists to understand each child's needs, design custom components in Tinkercad and Fusion 360, print and refine prototypes, and assemble the final device. 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My students identified a need in our school: many classmates struggle to read on grade level and need daily access to books they are excited to read. Together, they selected high-interest graphic novels as top picks for our classroom library.\r\n\r\nThe impact was immediate. Students eagerly explored the new books, planned who would read first, and shared favorites with friends. Graphic novels have helped reluctant readers build confidence, stamina, and a genuine love for reading. 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Their Community Service project focuses on providing classmates with stories they want to read—books that spark excitement, build confidence, and encourage daily reading.\r\n\r\nThe graphic novels you helped fund were chosen entirely by students, ensuring the library reflects their interests and motivates even the most reluctant readers. It is such a joy to watch students rush in to see the new books, share recommendations, and strategize how to be first in line for their favorites.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping create a reading culture where every student feels seen, capable, and excited about books. 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