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We use bilingual glossaries, reflection journals, and group discussions to support comprehension and expression. Students who were once hesitant to read in English are now eager to volunteer, share quotes, and make text-to-self connections. Seeing their confidence grow has been one of the most rewarding parts of this project.\r\n\r\nOne student recently said, \"This book feels like my story, it makes me proud of where I come from.\"That moment reminded me that your donation does more than buy books, it builds bridges between students' lived experiences and the world of literature. Thank you for helping my students see themselves in the stories they read and for giving them the gift of literacy, representation, and hope.","fullyFundedDate":1762266411698,"projectUrl":"project/opening-worlds-through-books-land-of-th/9751509/","projectTitle":"Opening Worlds Through Books: Land of the Cranes","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9648457_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723420278508","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/x-gutierrez"},{"teacherId":9648457,"projectId":9751521,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our space has been completely transformed into a welcoming, calming, and organized environment that promotes both learning and emotional well-being. The new bookshelf units have given us a functional and beautiful way to organize our books and resources, and the entryway benches not only offer practical seating but also help create a peaceful, orderly flow in the room. Students now walk into the space and immediately notice the difference—it feels intentional, comfortable, and like a place where they belong.\r\n\r\nWhen the items first arrived, students were excited to help unpack and assemble everything. One student even said, \"It looks like a real library now!\"—which brought the biggest smile to my face. The motivational posters and wall art have sparked meaningful conversations around mental health, kindness, and self-worth. The faux plants and decor give the room a warm, lived-in feel that helps students relax and open up, especially during one-on-one sessions or small group meetings.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, the updated environment continues to support the important work we're doing around emotional regulation, goal setting, and social-emotional learning. Whether students are browsing a book from the new shelf or reflecting on the encouraging messages on the wall, your gift is helping to create a space where they feel safe, seen, and supported. Thank you for helping turn our classroom into a sanctuary for growth and healing.","fullyFundedDate":1758813837335,"projectUrl":"project/a-calming-and-inspiring-library-space-fo/9751521/","projectTitle":"A Calming and Inspiring Library Space for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9648457_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723420278508","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/x-gutierrez"},{"teacherId":4472030,"projectId":8385152,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for the books and journals donated to make this project a reality. Our students last year made great use of the story and were able to tie it with their personal experiences growing up Latinx in California. This year, students are also reading the novels and writing journals about their connections to the protagonist. They are even writing letters to the author. Thanks to your donations the inspiration and impact on Latinx students is far reaching the initial target group of students and continuing to inspire younger generations. Again, thank you kindly for making this dream a reality for so many of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1723467992796,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-latinex-students/8385152/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Latine/x Students","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Nolasco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4472030_orig.jpg?crop=1544,1544,x772,y1150&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747175111275","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4472030"},{"teacherId":7818549,"projectId":7458755,"letterContent":"Thank you for your continued support towards my students. Your kindness and generosity have made a meaningful difference in our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contributions, my students are more motivated and engaged during lessons. The snacks have been a wonderful treat that helps keep their energy up, and the incentives have encouraged them to work hard and stay focused. Our classroom reward store is fully stocked because of your generosity. Your support not only enhances their learning experience but also shows them that their education is valued and appreciated.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of myself and my students, thank you for your thoughtful generosity. Your kindness inspires us to keep working towards success and helps create a positive and encouraging learning atmosphere.","fullyFundedDate":1688225598405,"projectUrl":"project/you-get-a-prize-you-get-a-prize/7458755/","projectTitle":"You Get a Prize! 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The molecular modeling kits have allowed for hands-on and engaging lessons—students are working together, asking deeper questions, and really connecting with the content. Instead of just reading or hearing about concepts, they get to experience them in action, which has made such a difference in the energy of our classroom.\r\n\r\nNext up, we'll be using the materials in an upcoming project where students will design and share their own work based on what we've been learning. They're already buzzing with ideas and can't wait to get started. Your generosity has truly given my students new opportunities to explore, create, and grow—and we are so grateful for that.","fullyFundedDate":1755754694057,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-community-essentials/9618104/","projectTitle":"Classroom Community Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hinojosa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8424440_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755490313850","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-hinojosa"},{"teacherId":2920077,"projectId":9481585,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our library with new board games like Connect 4, Sorry, Scrabble, Chutes and Ladders, Jenga, Trouble, and Bop It! \r\n\r\nMy students were thrilled the moment they saw them and immediately began challenging each other to play. Every day, students gather in the library to compete, laugh, and build friendships. The games have sparked teamwork, problem-solving, and even strategy discussions. \r\n\r\nThese games have truly transformed the library into a fun, engaging, and collaborative space where students feel valued and included.","fullyFundedDate":1756048008784,"projectUrl":"project/games-that-bring-us-together-building-c/9481585/","projectTitle":"Games That Bring Us Together: Building Connection in the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2920077_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530640442743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/willowgonzalez"},{"teacherId":2920077,"projectId":9203337,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making it possible to bring a new wipeable couch into our high school library. About 70 students visit each day, and the couch has quickly become the most popular spot. Students use it to gather with friends, play board games, collaborate on class projects, or simply relax with their Chromebooks. \r\n\r\nWhen it first arrived, students were thrilled, saying it felt like a living room. This simple addition has transformed the library into a cleaner, safer, and more welcoming space. Your generosity has truly given my students comfort, joy, and a strong sense of community.","fullyFundedDate":1747090448411,"projectUrl":"project/relax-refresh-and-refocus/9203337/","projectTitle":"Relax, Refresh, and Refocus!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2920077_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1530640442743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/willowgonzalez"},{"teacherId":3256117,"projectId":9147186,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, I was able to purchase engaging SEL resources that have transformed our advisory time into meaningful learning experiences. With the Teachers Pay Teachers gift card, I found creative materials such as lessons incorporating PIXAR short clips that help students connect big ideas about emotions, resilience, and teamwork to real-life situations. 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We are so grateful for your generosity and belief in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746494218899,"projectUrl":"project/building-resilient-innovators-steam-the/9147186/","projectTitle":"Building Resilient Innovators: STEAM-Themed Social-Emotional Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3256117_orig.jpg?crop=432,432,x0,y44&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651460871755","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3256117"},{"teacherId":8179009,"projectId":9329916,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support in helping me provide essential materials for my students. I was able to provide individual notebooks for ALL of my students. They were very grateful knowing they wouldn't have to purchase their own notebook for their math class. \r\n\r\nThese materials allow my students to have interactive notebooks, all the pencils they may need, and sense of comfort knowing they can come to class without a worry. We use the notebooks on a daily basis. We created tabs that separate each unit and students glue the guided notes and activities used to practice their math skills. These notebooks will become valuable sources of knowledge they can carry with them in the future. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1746746158057,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-notebooks-for-eager-mathmeti/9329916/","projectTitle":"Interactive Notebooks for Eager Mathmeticians","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Camacho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8179009_orig.png?crop=693,694,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747073702191","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8179009"},{"teacherId":7984167,"projectId":9282903,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous donations. The colored paper, markers, colored pencils, and poster paper have given my students the chance to express their creativity while deepening their understanding of math. The materials have allowed students to design projects, create visual representations of concepts, and demonstrate mastery in ways that go beyond traditional assignments. The materials have helped make learning math more interactive and engaging, showing students that math can be both rigorous and creative.\r\n\r\nThe materials have also given students a sense of pride in their work. By creating colorful projects, they are not only demonstrating their math skills but also showcasing their individuality and imagination. The classroom has become filled with vibrant displays of student learning, which has motivated others and built a stronger sense of community. Thank you for giving my students the tools to take ownership of their learning and to see math as something meaningful, exciting, and connected to their own ideas.","fullyFundedDate":1746785901592,"projectUrl":"project/unleashing-math-creativity-colorful-pro/9282903/","projectTitle":"Unleashing Math Creativity: Colorful Projects for High School Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7984167_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714969100695","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mssanchezsanchez"},{"teacherId":7984167,"projectId":9252692,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations! The rewards have made such a positive difference in our math classroom. The materials have given me the ability to celebrate students' efforts and recognize their achievements in a meaningful way. Whether students are participating in class discussions, showing perseverance through a tough problem, or mastering a new concept, the rewards have provided encouragement that keeps them motivated and excited to keep learning. The materials have truly helped build a classroom culture where effort and growth are celebrated every day.\r\n\r\nThe materials have also created moments of joy and pride for my students. Receiving a reward has become more than just a small prize, it is a symbol of their hard work and success. The rewards have helped students feel seen and valued, which has boosted their confidence and willingness to engage in math. Thank you for giving me the tools to not only support my students academically but also to uplift them emotionally as they grow in their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1746785541687,"projectUrl":"project/motivated-to-learn-rewards-that-build-a/9252692/","projectTitle":"Motivated to Learn: Rewards that Build a Positive Classroom Culture","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7984167_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714969100695","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mssanchezsanchez"},{"teacherId":7984167,"projectId":9254148,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations! The Cricut and decorating materials have completely transformed our math classroom into a space that feels warm, welcoming, and personal. The materials have allowed me to create colorful displays, motivational quotes, and student-centered visuals that make the room feel less like a traditional classroom and more like a second home. Students have commented on how much more inviting the classroom feels, and the environment has helped them feel comfortable and ready to learn as soon as they walk in the door.\r\n\r\nThe materials have also given students a chance to see their culture, interests, and creativity reflected in the space around them. With the Cricut, we have been able to design unique decorations and interactive bulletin boards that make students feel proud of their classroom. The materials have sparked conversations, inspired engagement, and contributed to a stronger sense of community. 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