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The donated supplies directly supported the care and well-being of animals in need, while the project itself raised community awareness about animal welfare. It also inspired others—parents, peers, and local residents—to get involved and contribute, creating a ripple effect of kindness and service. 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It has also made it easier for them to receive digital feedback, which they find more engaging than traditional paper corrections.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful for this scanner and the impact it is having on my students. It's not just about making record-keeping easier—it's about helping students feel seen, valued, and motivated in their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1739366794235,"projectUrl":"project/digitizing-ieps-and-student-work-for-bet/9005169/","projectTitle":"Digitizing IEPs and Student Work for Better Educational Outcomes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8708221_orig.jpg?crop=338,338,x142,y113&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734631083937","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8708221"},{"teacherId":8465476,"projectId":8545110,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and team, I want to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous support. Your contribution plays a crucial role in helping us continue our mission and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.\r\n\r\nYour donation has had a direct and significant effect: the snacks you provided helped incentivize and nourish our students, while the hygiene products went to those who needed them most. Additionally, your generosity has made our classroom a more peaceful, welcoming, and safe environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, we are able to provide the essential resources that make a difference in the lives of our students. Your support helps us create a space where they can thrive.\r\n\r\nWe look forward to updating you on the progress of our efforts and the impact your donation is making. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to learn more about how your generosity is being put to work.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your unwavering support. We couldn't do it without you!","fullyFundedDate":1731940527668,"projectUrl":"project/basic-needs/8545110/","projectTitle":"Basic Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8465476"},{"teacherId":3931324,"projectId":8952382,"letterContent":"I am overwhelmed with gratitude for your kindness and generosity in supporting my classroom through DonorsChoose. Your contribution has provided my students with essential math materials, including number flashcards and math puzzles, which are already making a significant impact on their learning.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher working with students with disabilities, I strive every day to create an engaging and supportive environment where my students can thrive. Math can be a challenging subject for many of them, and having hands-on, interactive resources helps bring numbers to life in a way that traditional methods cannot. The flashcards are strengthening their number recognition and fluency, while the puzzles encourage problem-solving skills and make learning fun and accessible.","fullyFundedDate":1739366801588,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-for-building-math-skil/8952382/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Learning for Building Math Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Carabajal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3931324_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474583285882","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3931324"},{"teacherId":3931324,"projectId":8872740,"letterContent":"Beyond the tangible impact of these sensory materials, your generosity has also provided my students with something just as important—hope. They now know that there are kind and compassionate people who want to help them thrive. Your support shows them that they are valued, that their needs matter, and that they are capable of achieving great things when given the right tools and encouragement.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students, their families, and myself, I sincerely thank you for making a meaningful difference in our classroom. Your kindness has created an inclusive, nurturing environment where every student can succeed. 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