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I appreciate your help in making my classroom a better place to be. Your support truly makes a difference in my students' learning and joy every day.","fullyFundedDate":1757515484535,"projectUrl":"project/play-learn-grow/9645791/","projectTitle":"Play... Learn... Grow!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hanon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1990649_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1541895139613","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1990649"},{"teacherId":3534603,"projectId":9190829,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! Because of you, my students were able to create beautiful fused glass hanging art and necklaces. When the materials arrived, the kids were so excited. They loved looking at all the colorful glass pieces and couldn't wait to get started. For most of them, this was their first time working with glass, and it felt very special.\r\n\r\nDuring the project, the students carefully picked out their favorite colors and shapes and designed their own pieces. It was a wonderful chance for them to express their creativity and practice important skills like focus and fine motor control.\r\n \r\nEvery child got to take their glass home as a treasure to keep. Thank you again for helping make this special project happen. It meant so much to all of us!","fullyFundedDate":1742836703342,"projectUrl":"project/glass-fusing/9190829/","projectTitle":"Glass Fusing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3534603_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458244674740","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3534603"},{"teacherId":3534603,"projectId":9145051,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! Because of you, my students were able to create beautiful fused glass hanging art and necklaces. When the materials arrived, the kids were so excited. They loved looking at all the colorful glass pieces and couldn't wait to get started. For most of them, this was their first time working with glass, and it felt very special.\r\n\r\nDuring the project, the students carefully picked out their favorite colors and shapes and designed their own pieces. It was a wonderful chance for them to express their creativity and practice important skills like focus and fine motor control. \r\n\r\nEvery student got to take home their beautiful treasures. Thank you again for helping make this special project happen. It meant so much to all of us!","fullyFundedDate":1741490852073,"projectUrl":"project/fused-glass-project/9145051/","projectTitle":"Fused Glass Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3534603_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458244674740","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3534603"},{"teacherId":1897839,"projectId":9233292,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt thanks for making our classroom project possible. Because of your generous support, my third graders now have a rich collection of book series, markers, bingo games, and books about famous artists — tools that have quickly become part of our daily learning and joy.\r\nFrom the moment the boxes arrived, my students were eager and excited. The new book series has ignited genuine enjoyment for reading. I've watched children who were reluctant readers curl up with a chapter book during free reading time and stay engaged far longer than before. The carefully chosen series has provided relatable characters and stories that match their interests and reading levels, which has helped increase stamina and confidence. Many students who struggled with decoding or self-assurance are now volunteering to read aloud and discuss chapters with peers. This boost in confidence directly supports their developing reading skills: improved fluency, richer vocabulary, and stronger comprehension.\r\nThe books about famous artists have opened doors to curiosity and exploration. Reading about the lives and techniques of diverse artists gives students context for their own creative choices. After learning about a painter's use of texture or a sculptor's process, students eagerly experiment with new techniques during art time — layering colors, trying pointillism, or creating mixed-media collage. These books do more than teach art history; they model persistence, imagination, and problem-solving. Students ask deeper questions, seek materials to try methods on their own, and connect reading with tangible creation.\r\nThank you for investing in my students and for making these meaningful experiences possible. Your support has made a measurable difference in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1746458165282,"projectUrl":"project/voracious-readers/9233292/","projectTitle":"Voracious Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Burker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1897839_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522459483749","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1897839"},{"teacherId":1990649,"projectId":9109847,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful for your generous grant that provided sand trays for my TK/Kindergarten classroom. The impact on my students has been incredible! We use the sand trays almost every day during our small group time, and they have become an essential part of our literacy lessons. The students are able to practice writing high-frequency words and CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words while also mastering their sounds. The hands-on experience has made a real difference in their ability to engage with the material, and I have seen so much growth in their writing skills.\r\n\r\nWhen the sand trays first arrived, the excitement in my classroom was contagious! The students couldn't wait to get their hands in the sand and start writing. It was a moment of pure joy, and they loved being able to create words in such a tactile, interactive way. This has made learning feel more fun and meaningful to them.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible—your contribution is truly making a difference in my students' learning journey! Because of you my classroom is a better place to teach and a better place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1739549837956,"projectUrl":"project/sand-trays-for-tk-and-kinder/9109847/","projectTitle":"Sand Trays for TK and Kinder","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hanon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1990649_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1541895139613","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1990649"},{"teacherId":6076086,"projectId":8961216,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your generous donations to my classroom project. The students were so happy to give their reindeer ornaments to their families. I know their families were happy to receive their precious fingerprint crafts too.\r\n\r\nThe dish towels did not arrive in time for us to make our planned gifts for Christmas. Instead, we plan to make handprinted Mother's Day towels. I can't wait to see the smiles on the kids' faces when they hear about this fun craft. \r\n\r\nThis was my first funding request, and I couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. More than anything, I am so grateful for your support of my students and their projects. 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