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Tomorrow, we will culminate our week-long study of pure maple syrup and seasonality by making pancakes together. \r\n\r\nYour gift has brightened the lives of my students and entire school community. We have deepened relationships with students, parents, other teachers, and district alike to spark ideas and important conversation about food. I am so excited to see where this path leads.","fullyFundedDate":1755522434693,"projectUrl":"project/yes-little-chefs/9581051/","projectTitle":"Yes, Little Chefs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ely","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4838250_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755431123780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ajely"},{"teacherId":2950414,"projectId":9430074,"letterContent":"Thanks so much for your generosity. The looks on their faces when they saw all of the cool things that we were able to add to our class store. They are much more motivated to earn classroom dollars so that they can shop.\r\n\r\nMany of the items are quickly flying off the shelves each month! My scholars love the squishes and it appeals to all age groups. Of course, the candy is always a big hit. Student behavior has increased and their engagement is at an all time high. My scholars and I are so grateful for you and your donations","fullyFundedDate":1753975410749,"projectUrl":"project/stock-our-store/9430074/","projectTitle":"Stock Our Store!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torrence's Scholars","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2950414_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740111254692","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alb4c"},{"teacherId":7711350,"projectId":9199099,"letterContent":"Adding books to the media center is always fun and special. I love being able to fill voids in the collection and choose popular new titles. Books are not inexpensive and it is hard, even with support for the school, to add all that students want.\r\n\r\nDonors Choose has been important for me to add the extra zing to the collection. Students are always excited to see new titles and it has enabled me to be creative and try new types of books.\r\n\r\nI am grateful to have this option to improve our collection. My students and I are very appreciative of the support from Donors Choose.","fullyFundedDate":1746450231944,"projectUrl":"project/shiny-happy-books-for-my-students/9199099/","projectTitle":"Shiny Happy Books for my Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Saxon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7711350_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1616087556285","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristin-saxon"},{"teacherId":2950414,"projectId":9407008,"letterContent":"Words cannot express the joy I felt when I received my supplies. My scholars and I are blessed to have a cozy place to learn and grow. We are building our classroom to mimic home and you have brought so much warmth and comfort. The rugs and pillow offer a great place to land a good book or simply complete independent work. The looks on their faces were priceless in knowing that they have so many people that believe in them and support them! Thank you is never enough to show my thanks! Be on the lookout for our next project!","fullyFundedDate":1751909892970,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-bugs-on-a-new-rug/9407008/","projectTitle":"Cozy Bugs on a New Rug!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torrence's Scholars","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2950414_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740111254692","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alb4c"},{"teacherId":6488240,"projectId":9247717,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project at the end of last school year! I'm so thankful for the generosity and kindness you demonstrated through the monetary gifts. You helped my class end on a high note! The students loved using the new and refreshed supplies in the last days of the year. You also gave me the chance to start the new year with stocked cabinets. The interesting books are sure grab my students' interest from day one. As we get ready for a new school year, it's such a relief to know I'm starting strong!","fullyFundedDate":1746536024017,"projectUrl":"project/refresh-renew-reengage/9247717/","projectTitle":"Refresh Renew Reengage!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexander","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6488240_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632111618955","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6488240"},{"teacherId":2950414,"projectId":9319806,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation to support the purchase of gifted materials for our classroom. Your kindness and commitment to enhancing our students' educational experience will make a lasting impact.\r\n\r\nI can't wait to see their faces when we engage in these units. The core memories made will be limitless.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our students will have access to enriching materials that will challenge their minds and foster their love for learning. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in their future.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for making a difference","fullyFundedDate":1746794239364,"projectUrl":"project/mile-unit-makeover/9319806/","projectTitle":"Mile Unit Makeover!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torrence's Scholars","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2950414_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740111254692","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alb4c"},{"teacherId":2950414,"projectId":9319925,"letterContent":"Out of the box, into my hands, and directly into action. These books have already changed my thinking. I immediately began making improvements to my curriculum and cant wait to share this new way of thinking with my scholars. You have no idea about how impactful these resources will have now and for years to come. one of the titles forced me to rethink the way I teach and address the many needs of my gifted scholars. Another book, gave me insight on better understanding the atypical behavior of some of my students. \r\n\r\nI am eternally grateful for your generosity. Your thoughtful donation has given me a new outlook on how I deliver gifted resource and I am forever grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1746699569531,"projectUrl":"project/growing-as-a-gifted-guru/9319925/","projectTitle":"Growing as a Gifted Guru!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torrence's Scholars","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2950414_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740111254692","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alb4c"},{"teacherId":6488240,"projectId":6361601,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of this project! Here we are years after your donation still benefitting from each dollar you gave. My current students, and all the ones I've taught since reciving these materials, have enjoyed seeing themselves represented in the pages of the books you helped me secure. We have learned through projects, reading with partners, and independent research! I have loved being able to share these books and the stories they tell with students all over the school and across multiple years.","fullyFundedDate":1650486894475,"projectUrl":"project/reading-for-representation/6361601/","projectTitle":"Reading For Representation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alexander","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6488240_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632111618955","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6488240"},{"teacherId":2950414,"projectId":9047252,"letterContent":"Out of the box and into their hands! Words cannot express the looks on their faces when the package arrived. There were squeals and cheers. We are so grateful for your generosity! My students have begun playing these critical thinking games as soon as the box arrived.\r\n\r\nWe have done it again! I'm so grateful for your generosity. I can't wait to share these games with my students! Their collaboration and critical thinking skills will be so much better because of you. Thank you is never enough to show my sincere gratitude. Be on the lookout for our next project!","fullyFundedDate":1736778746367,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-and-critical-thinking-builder/9047252/","projectTitle":"Creativity and Critical Thinking Builder for Gifted Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torrence's Scholars","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2950414_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740111254692","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alb4c"},{"teacherId":2950414,"projectId":9079102,"letterContent":"Words cannot express the joy I felt when the books arrived. My scholars were so excited to rip the box open and see the wonderful titles. We have already begun to use them during our favorite time of the day, \"Read Aloud\" time. We are able to compare and contrast characters, settings, and themes, all of which are so important in our grade level standards. The one and only book is a class favorite and we have been wanting this book because it completes the series. Even my scholars that are \"big\" fifth graders, they enjoy sitting on the rug and listening to a good book. We are so grateful for your generosity. Be on the lookout for our next Big project!","fullyFundedDate":1738777600127,"projectUrl":"project/the-one-and-only-books/9079102/","projectTitle":"The One and Only Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torrence's Scholars","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2950414_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740111254692","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alb4c"},{"teacherId":2950414,"projectId":8687884,"letterContent":"Thanks so much for your generosity. The looks on their faces when they saw all of the cool things that we were able to add to our class store. 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