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Many students shared that they liked having their \"own space\" and said it helped them concentrate better. Some students who usually struggle to stay focused were noticeably more engaged and independent.\r\nThanks to your support, my students are now building stronger testing stamina, independence, and confidence as learners. As we move forward, we will continue using the dividers during assessments and independent assignments as we prepare for upcoming units and state testing. These tools are helping students take ownership of their learning in a focused, respectful environment.\r\nThank you for giving my students the opportunity to succeed and for being a part of our classroom community. 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These resources allow me to access engaging instructional materials that meet my students' diverse learning needs and help me create meaningful, standards-aligned lessons.\r\nYour donation goes far beyond materials. It supports critical thinking, differentiation, and student engagement. Teachers Pay Teachers resources save valuable planning time while offering lessons that can be adapted to fit different learning styles and ability levels. This allows me to better tailor instruction, reinforce key skills, and keep students motivated and excited about learning.\r\nThese resources help me support my gifted and high achieving students, by providing enrichment activities, higher order thinking tasks, and opportunities for deeper exploration of content. With these tools, students can engage in critical thinking, problem solving, and creative projects that challenge them at appropriate levels. 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The updated globe, fresh whiteboard markers, practical supplies, and indoor recess games helped create a space that is organized, engaging, and comfortable for all learners. I'm especially grateful for the Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards, which allow me to choose creative, high-quality lessons that spark curiosity and support students at every level. Your kindness is helping set the tone for a positive and inspiring school year.","fullyFundedDate":1757423269725,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-the-new-year/9562326/","projectTitle":"Supplies for the New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp503576_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1670123507204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/monperez"},{"teacherId":9842039,"projectId":9240572,"letterContent":"I'm so grateful that we were able to receive a color printer for my class. 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Because of your generosity, each of my students will have their own copy of the novel, along with a workbook I can create using the new binding machine. This project has already made a strong impact on my students' learning. They are gaining confidence as readers and are excited to complete an entire chapter book. The themes in Wonder help us have meaningful discussions that build empathy, encourage social-emotional growth, and support grade-level ELA skills.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful to you and to The DonorsChoose Community for believing in my students and helping make this experience possible. 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The immediate impact your donation has made is invaluable and truly appreciated.\r\n\r\nThis new device is a gateway to countless learning opportunities and a significant investment in my students' futures. Because of your support, students will be able to enhance their digital literacy and engage with curriculum in dynamic new ways. We are inspired by your generosity and commitment to education. Thank you for empowering our classroom and making a tangible difference in the lives of these students.","fullyFundedDate":1757638665614,"projectUrl":"project/my-lazy-laptop/9411356/","projectTitle":"My Lazy Laptop!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Millenbaugh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp814626_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1478276024577","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/millenbaugh"},{"teacherId":815072,"projectId":9884551,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your amazing donations to my classroom. 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