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The students are super excited to finish their choice board based on the books they have read and get their Plinko chip to see which prize they have won. They know no matter where it lands, they will be happy with the prize. \r\n\r\nI know my students are reading through their library books faster than before the prize rewards were put into place. They are begging to go change out their library books and get started on their next project. All of this is happening because of your generous donation to our school. 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The first few weeks can set the tone for the entire school year - and we were able to set a positive one thanks to you! \r\n\r\nMy students are learning all about how to keep their important papers organized so that they can show their parents their progress throughout the year. 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They have improved academically, emotionally, physically, and socially. They deserved a day to celebrate their successes. \r\n\r\nThe students loved having the black lights on and seeing how their clothes glowed, their work glowed from using the highlighters, and the dancing. The really loved playing multiplication war with glowing cards. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping me create fun and memorable memories for my students. I hope this is something they can remember for a lifetime!","fullyFundedDate":1746786907939,"projectUrl":"project/glow-party/9141039/","projectTitle":"Glow Party","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marlatt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3994342_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1550799965424","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/donna-marlatt1st"},{"teacherId":2464850,"projectId":9325064,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our STEM learning project! Because of you, my students now have the tools they need—like headphones and other hands-on materials—to dive deeper into engaging, interactive STEM experiences.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have been a game-changer during tech-based lessons, allowing students to focus, explore coding programs, watch instructional videos, and participate in virtual labs without distractions. The additional STEM materials have sparked creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving in ways that truly light up our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour donation has empowered my students to explore science, technology, engineering, and math with excitement and confidence. I'm so grateful for your belief in the importance of STEM education and for helping to create opportunities that inspire young learners every day.","fullyFundedDate":1746721049619,"projectUrl":"project/launching-stem-learning-with-a-strong-st/9325064/","projectTitle":"Launching STEM Learning with a Strong Start!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Autumn Banks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2464850_orig.jpg?crop=1532,1532,x0,y255&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594332958915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/abanks"},{"teacherId":2464850,"projectId":9319442,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our end-of-year celebration project! Because of you, my students were able to enjoy a joyful and memorable way to wrap up an incredible school year.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donations, we had everything we needed to make our celebration special—fun activities, decorations, and keepsakes that brought big smiles and lasting memories. After all their hard work this year, it meant so much to give them a celebration that recognized their growth, perseverance, and achievements.\r\n\r\nYour kindness reminded us all how much people care about our students and their joy. 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They're excited to explore current events, learn about the world around them, and become stronger readers—all thanks to your kindness.\r\n\r\nIt's incredibly special to have support from a parent like you who believes in the power of learning. Thank you for investing in our classroom and in our students' futures.","fullyFundedDate":1744394784132,"projectUrl":"project/time-for-kids/9145354/","projectTitle":"Time for Kids!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Autumn Banks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2464850_orig.jpg?crop=1532,1532,x0,y255&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594332958915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/abanks"},{"teacherId":2464850,"projectId":9288692,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project! I am incredibly grateful that you chose to invest in my classroom and my students as we start a brand-new school year.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, we now have vibrant Better Than Paper bulletin board backing, black borders, new magnetic bookshelves, and other essential materials to bring our classroom to life. These resources are already helping me create a warm, welcoming, and organized environment where students feel excited to learn and grow.\r\n\r\nYour donation is making a real difference in helping us get off to a strong start. My students will benefit all year long from the inviting spaces and tools you've helped provide. Your support means the world to me—and to them.","fullyFundedDate":1746493900056,"projectUrl":"project/here-we-go-ready-to-start-the-year/9288692/","projectTitle":"Here We Go! 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