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The new compasses were essential for this unit.\r\n\r\nHands-On Practice: Students first learned to use a compass—a tool entirely new to most of them—while practicing accurate measurement.\r\n\r\nConceptual Clarity: While they initially struggled with interpreting and applying concepts like radius and diameter, the physical act of using the compasses made these geometric terms concrete and understandable.\r\n\r\nThe culminating activity required students to translate information from a cross-section map into a map-view drawing. This task demanded precision and the application of their new skills:\r\n\r\nStudents had to make accurate measurements, calculate the radius from a given diameter, and plot precise circles onto their map.\r\n\r\nI encouraged them to think of the task as \"precision surgery,\" emphasizing slow, careful control and hand positioning.\r\n\r\nIt was incredibly rewarding to see their growth! They were visibly proud as they mastered the complex skill of controlling the compass. This hands-on experience deepened their understanding of the basic geometry concepts foundational to science and real-world applications.\r\n\r\nWhen I asked the students about the project, they were enthusiastic, noting that no other class had offered this kind of valuable, hands-on opportunity.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, these students developed essential real-world skills in precision, measurement, and hand-eye coordination, along with a stronger grasp of mathematical concepts.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in their education and empowering them with tools for success!\r\n\r\nSincerely,","fullyFundedDate":1761955410128,"projectUrl":"project/precision-and-dexterity-a-class-set-of/9838575/","projectTitle":"Precision and Dexterity: A Class Set of Compasses","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Zervas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1116933"},{"teacherId":8174406,"projectId":9796503,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with the essential electronic components that make physical computing possible. The GPIO wires, breadboards, and other circuit parts you helped provide are the backbone of our work with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, and Makey Makey. Because of your generosity, students can safely build, test, and redesign circuits while learning how real electronic systems function.\r\n\r\nThese components allow students to move beyond theory and truly experiment—connecting inputs and outputs, troubleshooting mistakes, and seeing their code come to life through lights, sensors, and movement. Your support gives students the freedom to explore, make mistakes, and learn through hands-on discovery. We're incredibly grateful for your investment in tools that empower curiosity, creativity, and real-world STEM learning.","fullyFundedDate":1761703873153,"projectUrl":"project/wired-for-learning-essential-electronic/9796503/","projectTitle":"Wired for Learning: Essential Electronic Parts for Young Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Glassy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8174406_orig.png?crop=1389,1389,x501,y258&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718778395403","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/glassyscience"},{"teacherId":8174406,"projectId":9798531,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with the essential electronic components that make physical computing possible. The GPIO wires, breadboards, and other circuit parts you helped provide are the backbone of our work with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, and Makey Makey. Because of your generosity, students can safely build, test, and redesign circuits while learning how real electronic systems function.\r\n\r\nThese components allow students to move beyond theory and truly experiment—connecting inputs and outputs, troubleshooting mistakes, and seeing their code come to life through lights, sensors, and movement. Your support gives students the freedom to explore, make mistakes, and learn through hands-on discovery. We're incredibly grateful for your investment in tools that empower curiosity, creativity, and real-world STEM learning.","fullyFundedDate":1763598131975,"projectUrl":"project/bits-boards-and-bright-ideas/9798531/","projectTitle":"Bits, Boards, and Bright Ideas!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Glassy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8174406_orig.png?crop=1389,1389,x501,y258&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718778395403","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/glassyscience"},{"teacherId":8174406,"projectId":9796500,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with soldering kits. As any middle school teacher knows, students can be tough on electronic equipment, and having the ability to make repairs in-house has been a game changer. Because of your generosity, we can now fix loose connections and damaged components quickly instead of sending devices out for repair and waiting weeks for them to return.\r\n\r\nEven better, these soldering kits give students a front-row seat to real-world problem-solving. They're learning that technology can be repaired, improved, and understood—not just replaced. Your support helps keep our equipment running, our lessons moving forward, and our students building valuable hands-on skills. We're incredibly grateful for your investment in our classroom and our learners.","fullyFundedDate":1760572597713,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-electronics-mini-soldering-kit/9796500/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Electronics: Mini Soldering Kits for Microprocessor Design","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Glassy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8174406_orig.png?crop=1389,1389,x501,y258&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718778395403","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/glassyscience"},{"teacherId":8174406,"projectId":9796494,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with PLA filament for our 3D printers. Your generosity ensures that our students can move beyond design on a screen and actually bring their ideas to life. In our 3D design unit, the filament has already been put to great use through test prints that helped students learn how to refine and improve their designs. We've also used it to print Drone Pilot keychains for our Drone Technology Unit, intentionally connecting multiple STEM projects and helping students see how design, engineering, and technology work together. Your support is fueling creativity, problem-solving, and excitement in our classroom, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1760572597784,"projectUrl":"project/printing-the-future-pla-filament-for-ou/9796494/","projectTitle":"Printing the Future: PLA Filament for Our 3D Printers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Glassy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8174406_orig.png?crop=1389,1389,x501,y258&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718778395403","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/glassyscience"},{"teacherId":8174406,"projectId":9796474,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund our classroom 3D printers and for igniting excitement in our 3D design unit from day one. Because of your generosity, students are already designing, testing, and refining their ideas through hands-on learning. For our first test prints, students created a large batch of Drone Pilot keychains—an intentional connection to our other DonorsChoose projects that helped them see how different STEM skills and tools work together. Your support is not just providing equipment; it's helping students experience the full design process and take pride in creating meaningful, real-world products.","fullyFundedDate":1760572597552,"projectUrl":"project/layer-by-layer-building-future-engineer/9796474/","projectTitle":"Layer by Layer: Building Future Engineers With 3D Printing","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Glassy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8174406_orig.png?crop=1389,1389,x501,y258&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718778395403","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/glassyscience"},{"teacherId":8174406,"projectId":9808579,"letterContent":"The Raspberry Pi gave students a powerful, real-world computing platform to move beyond simple circuits and into authentic physical computing. 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The materials you helped provide have given them an opportunity to learn new artistic skills and practice concepts like color theory, three-dimensional layering using color, painting 3d objects from the inside out, and practical skills like holding their breath while applying detail paint. They spent a week on this, and have asked for more opportunities to do the same!\r\n\r\nThank you again for your help in providing these resources.","fullyFundedDate":1757536175786,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-through-game-design-painting-m/9514739/","projectTitle":"Literacy Through Game Design: Painting Minis and Journaling","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Landry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1997233_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449248521202","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dlandry"},{"teacherId":1060560,"projectId":9708895,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for the generous donation of Clorox cleaning wipes and pre-sharpened pencils. These items are used every single day in our classroom and make a big difference in keeping our learning space clean, organized, and ready for students to focus on their work. The cleaning wipes help us maintain a safe and healthy environment, especially during cold and flu season.\r\n\r\nThe pre-sharpened pencils are also a huge help for our students. Having supplies ready to use allows them to start their assignments right away without any distractions. Your thoughtful contribution helps our classroom run smoothly and shows our students that their community supports their education. Thank you for helping us create a cleaner, brighter, and more successful learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1760647279444,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-our-classroom-super-clean/9708895/","projectTitle":"Keeping Our Classroom Super Clean!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Soriano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1060560_orig.png?crop=638,638,x177,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754078646458","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1060560"},{"teacherId":1060560,"projectId":9478281,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of multiple charging units for our classroom Chromebooks. With recent budget cuts, it has been difficult to provide students with the resources they need, and your contribution has filled a very important gap. Having reliable charging units ensures that all students can keep their devices powered and ready for learning throughout the day, which helps them stay focused and engaged in their schoolwork.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a real difference in our classroom. Students no longer have to worry about their Chromebooks losing power in the middle of a lesson, and this has greatly reduced stress while boosting productivity. We are truly grateful for your support and for believing in the importance of education. Your generosity has not only provided us with the tools we need but has also shown our students the power of community and giving back.","fullyFundedDate":1757536175359,"projectUrl":"project/powering-up-for-the-new-school-year/9478281/","projectTitle":"Powering Up for the New School Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Soriano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1060560_orig.png?crop=638,638,x177,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754078646458","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1060560"},{"teacherId":1060560,"projectId":9491355,"letterContent":"On behalf of my middle school students, I want to sincerely thank you for your thoughtful donation of colorful and fun stickers. In a time when our classroom has been affected by budget cuts, your gift has brought an extra layer of joy and excitement to our learning environment. Something as simple as a sticker may seem small, but to our students it is a bright and encouraging reward that makes them feel proud of their hard work.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has truly made a difference. The stickers have become a source of motivation, helping to celebrate effort, creativity, and positive behavior. Each time a student earns one, their faces light up, and the classroom feels a little more cheerful. Thank you for reminding our students that there are people who care about their success and happiness. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1758636618133,"projectUrl":"project/believe-you-can-and-youre-halfway-there/9491355/","projectTitle":"Believe You Can and You're Halfway There!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Soriano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1060560_orig.png?crop=638,638,x177,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754078646458","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1060560"},{"teacherId":1060560,"projectId":9497409,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of a large, colorful 20-foot parachute for our classroom. In a time when our school has faced budget cuts, your support has brought joy and excitement to our students. The parachute has quickly become a favorite activity, encouraging teamwork, cooperation, and lots of laughter. Its bright colors and engaging games have given our students a chance to connect with each other in fun and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a big difference in our classroom. The parachute has not only provided a new way for students to be active, but it has also lifted their spirits and given them something to look forward to each week. We are truly grateful for your generosity and thoughtfulness. 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