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Thank you so much for your generous donations.","fullyFundedDate":1762267509814,"projectUrl":"project/visualize-it/9527702/","projectTitle":"Visualize It","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Swegles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7634683_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1621823477535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachswegles"},{"teacherId":8078743,"projectId":9395290,"letterContent":"I just wanted to take a moment to express our deep gratitude for your generous donation that helped us get a new class set of Percy Jackson books. You've truly made a difference, not only by adding to our library but by helping us spark a real love for reading in our students.\r\n\r\nThe Percy Jackson series has had such an impact on our class, and it's been amazing to see how it's resonating with our students in so many ways. For many of them, it's their first introduction to Greek mythology, and they've been absolutely hooked by the action, adventure, and humor. It's also opening up a lot of conversations about personal growth and identity, as Percy's journey mirrors some of the challenges they face such as finding their place in the world, dealing with conflicts, and discovering their identities. These discussions often carry over into other parts of their lives, helping them connect what they read with their own experiences.\r\n\r\nWe read aloud together, and then we dive into discussions, predictions, and creative activities like character drawings or writing alternative endings. Students are actively engaged in the story, and it's amazing how they want to keep reading just to find out what happens next. A few of my students, especially those with a love for mythology, have become real \"experts\" on the gods and creatures we encounter in the book, and it's been so fun to see them bring their research into our classroom conversations. It's amazing how the books have inspired them to not just enjoy reading but to take it further and explore new ideas on their own.\r\n\r\nYour donation has given us more than just books; it's given us a gateway to deeper learning and a chance to grow together as readers and thinkers. Thank you for being such an important part of that journey. We truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1755740928663,"projectUrl":"project/dekkers-books/9395290/","projectTitle":"Dekker's Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dekker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8078743"},{"teacherId":694142,"projectId":9610820,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to help our students express their creativity! The kids are really happy to be using all the supplies as they work on their projects. We love having the storage cart to give students easy access to all the tools, supplies, and paper. \r\nSome of the projects students have completed so far are:\r\n\r\n• candy art graphic designs\r\n• space exploration dioramas and comic strips\r\n• wooden spooky houses\r\n• self-portraits\r\n• watercolor gratitude cards\r\n\r\nYour generosity is so appreciated. Our kids love being creative, and your donation helped make this possible. Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1755446265697,"projectUrl":"project/we-are-getting-creative/9610820/","projectTitle":"We are Getting Creative!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Melanie Ellis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp694142_orig.jpg?crop=2166,2166,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755332902047","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melanieellishms"},{"teacherId":7634683,"projectId":9694321,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your financial support. These materials have greatly helped make what we do more efficient. The clothing rack has been amazing because it allows my students to be able to hang up their uniforms. It gives students faster access and allows for more time to referee the games. The clothing rack also allows the uniform to stay nice and wrinkle free. The ball rack has been amazing because it allows for quick access and keeps all the equipment in one location. These materials have truly made our lives easier and more efficient. Thank you so much for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1758835476903,"projectUrl":"project/hanging-on/9694321/","projectTitle":"Hanging On","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Swegles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7634683_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1621823477535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachswegles"},{"teacherId":7634683,"projectId":9329825,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your support with this project. These soft footballs and volleyballs are going to allow students to have an awesome first experience in learning these sports. Often when teaching volleyball and football the equipment we are given is very hard and when they miss a catch or bump it hits them and the pain of the hard surface makes for a negative impression of the sport. I know this is going to have an huge impact on their experience. My students are hopefully going to have a great forts experience and learn to love a sport they can play the rest of their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1749755774871,"projectUrl":"project/make-pe-enjoyable/9329825/","projectTitle":"Make PE Enjoyable","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Swegles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7634683_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1621823477535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachswegles"},{"teacherId":7634683,"projectId":9334250,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to prizes and incentives. It can be challenging to motivate middle school students, but candy for sure is a great motivator. Positive reinforcement has been proven to be the best behavior management, it really helps build relationship with students and help develop their self confidence. I just want to thank you for your financial contributions. The kids love working toward a prize and it truly creates and fosters a positive environment. My students beg for opportunities to earn a prize!","fullyFundedDate":1752503953670,"projectUrl":"project/prizes-and-incentives/9334250/","projectTitle":"Prizes and Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Swegles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7634683_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1621823477535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachswegles"},{"teacherId":7634683,"projectId":9127268,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. My students have enjoyed playing the new games. Bucketgolf is an amazing game where kids can use creativity and learn a new skill. Students are allowed to create their own course as they practice their golf skills. Smashnwt ping pong has brought a whole new element of fun to traditional ping pong. It allows for different varieties of the same game. The kids absolutely love it. Without your contribution these games would not be possible. Thank you so much for thinking of us and donating so generously.","fullyFundedDate":1746503517736,"projectUrl":"project/ping-pong/9127268/","projectTitle":"Ping Pong","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Swegles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7634683_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1621823477535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachswegles"},{"teacherId":7634683,"projectId":9118888,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. My students absolutely love this game. For most of them it's the first time they have ever held a golf club. They love the game aspect of it. We play the game in pairs and they are constantly cheering with excitement. This game might best new game they have played this year. Thank you for your generous donation. Without your help, my students would not have been able to have this opportunity. I cannot thank you enough. I can't wait to add it into our rotation of fun new games next year and give even more students an opportunity to be exposed to golf.","fullyFundedDate":1743009584334,"projectUrl":"project/golf-intro/9118888/","projectTitle":"Golf Intro","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Swegles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7634683_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1621823477535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/coachswegles"},{"teacherId":9308977,"projectId":8602259,"letterContent":"The students were so excited to have a variety of items in the classroom store. They enjoy having a choice between food, toy, or sensory items. They were also excited to be able to earn classroom money again and use that money to purchase store items. Up until you generous donation arrived, the students had to have a perfect week to choose 1 tiny item from things I had purchased last year. Some of the students were losing interest and ot was reflecting in their behavior. They kniw have a renewed sense of enthusiasm to earn money and shop for highly desirable items thanks you your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1733254796177,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-student-store-to-boost-engage/8602259/","projectTitle":"Creating a Student Store to Boost Engagement and Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9308977_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763158938303","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9308977"},{"teacherId":5742744,"projectId":8702360,"letterContent":"Our books have arrived! I spent several weeks taking the time to cover each one in contact paper so they will last for years to come. We have started to read the novel in my advisory class and everyone was hooked from the first page. Students have enjoyed both listening to the audiobook and practicing reading the verses out loud to the class. I have seen many students sneak the book open during English or History to peek at what's coming next. Kwame Alexander's writing is truly engaging for everyone!\r\n\r\nOnce my class is done with the novel we will pass it on to other 6th grade advisory classes as well so everyone will have a chance to read it. The entire 6th grade team at HMS is grateful for your generosity to make this class set possible. Access to high quality engaging books is incredibly important and it is something we currently lack. You have helped take us in the right direction to meet our literacy and SEL goals.","fullyFundedDate":1727129412669,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-social-emotional-learning/8702360/","projectTitle":"Literacy + Social Emotional Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ward","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5742744_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y26&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724611098720","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5742744"},{"teacherId":7634683,"projectId":8916098,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you for your support in these new games. My students have had a blast playing them and teaching others how to play them. The students have really gotten into the games. The students have created competitions and tournaments. They run to class to get their first to start playing. I even know that some of them have added it to their Christmas wish list. I love that students are engaging with each other doing activity rather than sitting in front of technology. I cannot thank you enough for your generosity. 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