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You really make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1755175803364,"projectUrl":"project/freshman-academy/9305077/","projectTitle":"Freshman Academy!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stevens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp933367_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706974312017","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/933367"},{"teacherId":6559013,"projectId":9882440,"letterContent":"💖 Thank You for Investing in Our Students!\r\n\r\nI am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation and for fully funding our project, \"Mirrors and Windows: A Collection of Culturally Relevant Books\"!\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we will be able to purchase a collection of diverse and inclusive books that will dramatically enrich our classroom library. This project was so important to me because I believe that every one of my students deserves to see themselves reflected in the stories we read, and also to learn about worlds and experiences different from their own.\r\n\r\n📚 The Impact of Your Gift\r\nThe books we are adding will serve as powerful mirrors and windows for our students. This new collection will:\r\n\r\nBoost Engagement: Students will be more excited about reading when they can find characters and stories that resonate with their lives and interests.\r\n\r\nFoster Empathy: By reading diverse perspectives, students will develop a greater understanding and empathy for their classmates and the wider world.\r\n\r\nPromote Inclusivity: We are building a classroom environment where all backgrounds, cultures, and identities are celebrated and valued.\r\n\r\nI can already envision the excitement on their faces when they explore this new shelf of books. We will be integrating these texts into our lessons immediately, and they will be a cornerstone of our independent reading time for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for believing in my students and for being a part of their educational journey. Your kindness has made a lasting, positive impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762787619437,"projectUrl":"project/mirrors-and-windows-a-collection-of-cul/9882440/","projectTitle":"Mirrors and Windows: A Collection of Culturally Relevant Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6559013_orig.jpg?crop=827,827,x0,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1563991646970","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6559013"},{"teacherId":1233651,"projectId":9842927,"letterContent":"My amazing students work hard every day. They are eager to learn and come to school ready to work. However, they are in need of some new materials to help enhance their experience. Please help my students receive materials to allow them to participate in gym.\r\n\r\nThe students will be able to use an portable soccer nets in order to create a small group soccer set up with brightly colored soccer balls to enjoy a safe area to play soccer.\r\nHaving these items will allow children with sight loss to participate in gym class. \r\n\r\nThese modified material will help the students feel confident and safe while enjoying gym.","fullyFundedDate":1761940787870,"projectUrl":"project/soccer-for-the-visually-impaired/9842927/","projectTitle":"Soccer for the Visually Impaired","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chiappetta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1233651_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1653516532647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jchiappetta"},{"teacherId":2838261,"projectId":9161105,"letterContent":"I am so very thankful for the contributions for the Lights Up Drama Club dressing/storage rooms. I received two shelving units and some CLEAR bins. The organizing is always ongoing, but we have managed to purge some stuff and organize some useful things.\r\n\r\nI LOVE the clear bins! That way, there is no need for a label of any kind. We can actually quickly see what is in the bin just by looking at it. It's pretty great. This allows for students to access costumes and props easily so that they can be more involved in the process. In the past, I was the only one who knew where things lived! \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity. It will absolutely make an impact on student access to materials. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1752586376855,"projectUrl":"project/wilbur-cross-drama-club-gets-organized/9161105/","projectTitle":"Wilbur Cross Drama Club Gets Organized!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bazinet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2838261_orig.jpg?crop=1900,1900,x585,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743685307939","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2838261"},{"teacherId":1233651,"projectId":9830790,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for donation to our students with visual impairment. We are so fortunate to have such wonderful donors like you. We love having our projects fully funded! \r\n\r\nThis new desk allows the student to utilize his laptop, braillewriter and CCTV in a organized manner. There is room for all the supplies he needs on a daily basis. The drawers are great from keeping clutter to a minimum. This new setup is truly awesome! \r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and generosity. We are thrilled you chose to donate to us.","fullyFundedDate":1760707450789,"projectUrl":"project/student-work-station/9830790/","projectTitle":"Student Work Station","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chiappetta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1233651_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1653516532647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jchiappetta"},{"teacherId":1233651,"projectId":9765656,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for donation to our students with visual impairment. We are so fortunate to have such wonderful donors like you. We love having our projects fully funded! \r\n\r\nWe are so happy to have the new document camera for use in the classroom. The document camera allows the teacher to display books or materials on the large screen, giving better access to the curriculum for students with visual impairments. \r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and generosity. We are thrilled you chose to donate to us.","fullyFundedDate":1759542639033,"projectUrl":"project/enhanced-vision/9765656/","projectTitle":"Enhanced Vision","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chiappetta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1233651_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1653516532647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jchiappetta"},{"teacherId":1233651,"projectId":9704212,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for donation to our students with visual impairment. We are so fortunate to have such wonderful donors like you. We love having our projects fully funded! \r\n\r\nWe are so happy to have the new jelly fish tanks. They were easy to set up and are portable for use within the classroom. They are cheerful and bright and the students enjoy looking at them. The new tanks allow students much needed sensory breaks throughout their day.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and generosity. We are thrilled you chose to donate to us.","fullyFundedDate":1758797201459,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-breaks/9704212/","projectTitle":"Sensory Breaks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chiappetta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1233651_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1653516532647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jchiappetta"},{"teacherId":1233651,"projectId":9656870,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for donation to our students with visual impairment. We are so fortunate to have such wonderful donors like you. We love having our projects fully funded! \r\n\r\nWe are thrilled to have a new portable projector screen to utilize in different environments to allow access to the curriculum. Having a portable projector screen allows staff to use it when better distance viewing is needed for our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and generosity. We are thrilled you chose to donate to us.","fullyFundedDate":1758797484619,"projectUrl":"project/projection-time/9656870/","projectTitle":"Projection Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chiappetta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1233651_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1653516532647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jchiappetta"},{"teacherId":9454957,"projectId":9589184,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, this project has made a meaningful difference in student learning and access in our classroom. The addition of a color printer with scanning and copying capabilities may seem like a simple tool, but it has significantly expanded student opportunity, creativity, and academic independence.\r\n\r\nBefore this project was funded, students did not have a reliable way to print in color or scan assignments in class. This created unnecessary challenges for students who did not have access to a printer at home or who needed immediate feedback and revision support. Printed assignments were often delayed, limiting students' ability to engage with their learning materials in meaningful and productive ways.\r\n\r\nNow, printing is no longer a barrier to success. Students are able to produce professional quality work for essays, lab reports, math projects, research presentations, and visual displays. The ability to print enhances not only the appearance of their assignments but also their commitment to precision and clarity. \r\nWhen students see their work in physical form, they take greater ownership of it and engage in deeper reflection and revision.\r\n\r\nHaving access to printed materials supports a wide range of learning styles. Many students learn best when they can annotate, highlight, organize information by hand, and physically interact with content. Printed resources also support small group collaboration, classroom discussions, and peer review activities. The printer allows students to access what they need when they need it, making learning more personalized and efficient.\r\n\r\nOne of the most important outcomes of this project is equitable access. Not all students have a printer at home, and some do not have consistent technology access outside of school. In the past, assignments that required printing created stress and academic disadvantage for these students. Now, every student has the same opportunity to prepare polished final drafts and high quality project submissions. This printer has helped to level the playing field and ensure fairness and academic dignity for all learners.\r\n\r\nThe scanning feature has also been a valuable tool for organization and digital learning. Students can now scan handwritten assignments for online submission, save class notes in digital portfolios, and share collaborative work with partners. Scanning helps students build important skills in managing and tracking their academic work, which supports their long-term growth as independent learners.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has done more than provide equipment. It has created a learning environment grounded in access, pride, creativity, and confidence. Students now have the tools they need to present their best work and take meaningful steps toward academic success. This project will continue to support learning every single day, and its impact will keep growing throughout the school year. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping remove barriers so learning can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1757505664963,"projectUrl":"project/printing-possibilities-for-student-succe/9589184/","projectTitle":"Printing Possibilities for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Jack","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9454957_orig.jpg?crop=2248,2248,x224,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706842769536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-jack"},{"teacherId":9454957,"projectId":9588371,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom Apple TV has transformed the way my students learn and engage with mathematics. While many people use technology at home for entertainment, the Apple TV has become a powerful instructional tool in our classroom, one that turns learning into an interactive experience.\r\n\r\nInstead of being passive observers, students are now active participants in lessons. The Apple TV allows us to instantly mirror student work onto our outdated classroom display. This has opened the door to richer discussions, real-time feedback, and deeper problem solving. Teaching can happen from anywhere in the room while all students can see the results on the front board. \r\n\r\nYour support has done more than bring new technology to our classroom, it has created a culture of interactive learning and curiosity. Every day, my students feel more empowered to share ideas, learn from mistakes, and celebrate each other's growth. \r\nThank you for believing in them and investing in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1755713246739,"projectUrl":"project/from-screen-to-student-interactive-lear/9588371/","projectTitle":"From Screen to Student: Interactive Learning with Apple TV","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Jack","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9454957_orig.jpg?crop=2248,2248,x224,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1706842769536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-jack"},{"teacherId":6936724,"projectId":9519412,"letterContent":"When our students walked in and saw baskets filled with colorful fruit, granola bars, and other nutritious snacks, the excitement was immediate, like they'd just discovered a hidden treasure. For many of them, a simple snack has become the boost they need to refocus and re-engage during long block periods. We've created a small \"Wellness Station\" in our classroom where students can grab a snack before journaling, independent reading, or group discussions.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stood out came during a particularly tough testing day: a student who usually struggles to stay alert during the final period grabbed a granola bar, smiled, and said, \"Now I can think.\" That moment perfectly captured how something small can have a big impact.\r\n\r\nThese healthy snacks have helped normalize conversations around self-care and mental well-being. Students are beginning to connect nutrition with focus, energy, and emotional balance, a lesson that extends beyond the classroom. As we move forward, students will track their own \"wellness goals\" in journals, reflecting on how choices like sleep, hydration, and nutrition impact their daily mindset.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just fill our snack bins; it helped fill our students with energy, gratitude, and the sense that their well-being matters. Thank you for investing in their health and focus, one snack at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1759167830121,"projectUrl":"project/how-healthy-snacks-boost-students-menta/9519412/","projectTitle":"How Healthy Snacks Boost Students' Mental Well-Being","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. S","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6936724_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x252,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1621856919582","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-s-gsarocks"},{"teacherId":9443320,"projectId":9447565,"letterContent":"When our new stackable chairs arrived, my students' faces lit up with excitement! They helped unpack and arrange them around our rescued tables, proud to be part of transforming their classroom. One student smiled and said, \"The room feels like a professional setting — like a university!\" While a few mentioned they'd love brighter colors, every student expressed deep gratitude for having comfortable new chairs that make it easy to work together in small groups.\r\n\r\nSince then, our classroom has been visited twice by district subject supervisors, assistant superintendents, and our school principal, all of whom were impressed by the flexible seating setup and how inviting, collaborative, and student-centered the space feels.\r\n\r\nWe're using the chairs daily as part of our Building Thinking Classrooms routines. Students move freely to whiteboard stations, collaborate on math challenges, and communicate in both English and their home languages. This flexibility has transformed our room into a place where every learner can think, talk, and problem-solve with confidence.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, my multilingual newcomer students are learning in a space that truly reflects who they are—active, engaged, and full of potential.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue improving the learning environment so students can focus, relax, and thrive. I'm now working on a new project to create a calmer, more welcoming classroom atmosphere by adding soft fluorescent light covers, sensory floor tiles, gentle background music, essential oil diffusers, and fidgets. 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