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Even students who were nervous about technology have jumped in with confidence, helping each other troubleshoot and celebrating every success. \r\nStudents who struggle with traditional writing find joy in building a choose‑your‑own‑adventure story using the micro:bit's buttons.\r\nYour support didn't just provide devices—it opened doors for creativity, collaboration, and new ways of thinking. Thank you for making this experience possible for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1769177051362,"projectUrl":"project/code-the-story-interactive-narratives/9782064/","projectTitle":"Code the Story – Interactive Narratives with Micro:bits","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Steck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9840622_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731810055042","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9840622"},{"teacherId":9872120,"projectId":9855761,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our Watch Us Grow project! We have been having fun with our instant camera, capturing meaningful moments, friendship, creativity, and growth as they unfold each day in our classroom, and sharing our learning journey with our families and school staff. \r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we have been documenting both milestones and everyday achievements. These pictures have allowed us to foster a classroom culture where children feel truly seen, valued, and connected, while also strengthening communication skills and deepening partnerships with families.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we can look at our students and say: \"We see you. We celebrate you. We're watching you grow.\" Thank you for helping us record these beautiful moments!","fullyFundedDate":1769177042199,"projectUrl":"project/watch-us-grow/9855761/","projectTitle":"Watch us Grow!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9872120_orig.jpg?crop=580,580,x0,y44&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736786050127","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9872120"},{"teacherId":9867230,"projectId":8994522,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Metal Stools for Small Group Instruction - Where the learning Happens.\" Your kindness has truly made a difference in our classroom!\r\nBecause of your donation, my students now have sturdy comfortable stools that make small group learning both engaging and efficient. These stools allow my students to easily gather around our small group table, where so much meaningful learning takes place. \r\nThe flexibility they provide helps us transition quickly between activities, and the students absolutely love having their own special space for reading, problem-solving, and hands-on projects.\r\n\r\nThe impact is already clear—students are more focused, collaborative, and eager to join small group sessions. What was once a cramped, awkward setup has now become a comfortable, inviting learning space that fosters curiosity and teamwork every day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity reminds my students and me that there are people who believe in them and value their education. Thank you for helping us create a space where the learning truly happens!","fullyFundedDate":1736185185950,"projectUrl":"project/metal-stools-for-small-group-instruction/8994522/","projectTitle":"Metal Stools for Small Group Instruction-Where the learning happens","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bourdonnay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9867230_orig.jpg?crop=311,311,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733957017280","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9867230"},{"teacherId":5404139,"projectId":9456727,"letterContent":"Your donations have had a profoundly positive impact on our entire school. \r\n\r\nPicnic tables with umbrellas provide teachers with a comfortable and functional space during recess, offering shade from the sun and a designated area for supervision, planning, or casual interaction with students. These tables create a welcoming outdoor environment where teachers can take a break while still maintaining visibility and accessibility. The umbrellas are especially helpful in warmer months, reducing heat exposure and making outdoor duty more pleasant and sustainable throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nAir purifiers in the classroom are a vital support for teachers with asthma or other respiratory sensitivities. By filtering out allergens, dust, and airborne pollutants, these devices help maintain a cleaner and healthier air quality, reducing the likelihood of asthma flare-ups or breathing discomfort. This not only improves the teacher's well-being but also contributes to a more focused and productive learning environment for everyone in the room.\r\n\r\nBar tables and stools introduce flexible seating options that cater to different learning styles and classroom dynamics. They provide an alternative to traditional desks, allowing students and teachers to engage in small group discussions, collaborative work, or independent tasks in a more relaxed setting. For teachers, these seating arrangements can help foster a more inclusive and adaptable classroom atmosphere, encouraging movement, choice, and creativity in how students learn and interact.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1752542150110,"projectUrl":"project/creating-beautiful-environments-for-lear/9456727/","projectTitle":"Creating Beautiful Environments for Learners and Educators.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cutter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5404139_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689021204186","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5404139"},{"teacherId":189008,"projectId":8894009,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. We live in a time where technology surrounds us and when we have the chance to integrate technology into instruction, it engages our digital learners. With the addition of these wireless display adapters, teachers are able to project engaging lessons to their students. This helps students remember what they are learning by capturing their interests. \r\n\r\nBy having wireless display adapters, students are also able to interact with technology. Students can play games that are projected, watch engaging videos on topics they are learning, and share their learning. Teachers are able to project student work and this allows students to learn from one another. Students have the opportunity to share and explain their thinking as their work is displayed.","fullyFundedDate":1741709569910,"projectUrl":"project/tech-connections/8894009/","projectTitle":"Tech Connections","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Honea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp189008_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452212319863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/189008"},{"teacherId":2772993,"projectId":9065146,"letterContent":"On behalf of the second-grade team at Arcado Elementary, thank you for your generous support of our Scholastic Magazine project. Your donation has made a tremendous impact on our students' learning journey. Our classrooms were buzzing with excitement as students dove into the engaging current events and vibrant content featured in both the print and digital editions. We are so excited that our students will continue to receive these weekly readers next school year.\r\n\r\nThese magazines have quickly become a favorite part of our literacy routine. They not only sparked curiosity and lively classroom discussions, but also helped students make meaningful connections to the world around them. \r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our students are not only improving their reading comprehension, but also developing critical thinking and collaboration skills. Most importantly, they are beginning to see themselves as informed citizens who can make a positive difference in their communities.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your investment in our students' future. Your support is helping to shape confident, knowledgeable young leaders—thank you for being a part of their story.","fullyFundedDate":1737559332799,"projectUrl":"project/read-to-lead/9065146/","projectTitle":"Read to Lead!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2772993_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686800151467","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2772993"},{"teacherId":2219950,"projectId":8536562,"letterContent":"My students have loved using the flex chairs located in the library. It has sparked many interesting and engaging conversations. When the students first saw the materials, they all helped me take it out of the box, thanked me, and began using them. \r\n\r\nMy library has now become a hub for book discussions. 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