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The excitement of making and selling slushies created a positive atmosphere in the classroom and hallways, giving students something to look forward to and be proud of. It's been inspiring to see how this simple initiative has brought students together, encouraged leadership, and made them feel like their efforts can make a real difference. The success of the slushy sales has not only supported the Ronald McDonald House but also strengthened our classroom community in meaningful ways.","fullyFundedDate":1742910254823,"projectUrl":"project/ninja-slushie-fundraiser-for-ronald-mcdo/9197186/","projectTitle":"Ninja Slushie Fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Families","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mims-Kennedy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9147397_orig.jpg?crop=2312,2312,x0,y112&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749218817560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9147397"},{"teacherId":2913301,"projectId":9486794,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students now have the tools they need to let their creativity shine! With new markers, crayons, colored pencils, and sharpeners, they can express themselves in ways that go beyond words. Something as simple as having bright, fresh supplies makes our classroom feel more welcoming and inspires students to take pride in their work.\r\n\r\nThe impact is already clear: students are more engaged, excited to participate, and eager to bring their ideas to life on paper. These supplies give them the chance to explore, create, and discover that it truly is okay to color outside the lines. Thank you for helping us build a learning environment where every student feels empowered to be creative and confident.","fullyFundedDate":1758202634895,"projectUrl":"project/its-ok-to-color-outside-the-lines/9486794/","projectTitle":"Its Ok to Color Outside the Lines","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bryant","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2913301_orig.png?crop=500,500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753123185130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/aspire1"},{"teacherId":9974103,"projectId":9209828,"letterContent":"I am writing to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution that enabled us to purchase Snap Circuits for our middle school STEM class. Your support has made a tremendous difference in the learning experiences of our students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our students now have access to an engaging, hands-on tool that brings the principles of electronics and engineering to life. Snap Circuits has transformed our classroom into a vibrant space of exploration and discovery, where students build real circuits and develop a deeper understanding of STEM concepts through interactive learning.\r\n\r\nThe excitement and enthusiasm in the classroom are palpable—students who once found science abstract and challenging are now eagerly experimenting, problem-solving, and collaborating with their peers. Your donation has not only enriched their education but has also ignited curiosity and inspired confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we are preparing our students with critical skills that will serve them well in their academic journeys and future careers. You have helped us create an environment where creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork thrive.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us in the STEM program, thank you for investing in our students' potential. Your support truly makes a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1753368519878,"projectUrl":"project/snapping-our-way-through-stem/9209828/","projectTitle":"Snapping our Way Through STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ward","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9974103"},{"teacherId":2913301,"projectId":7151959,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my DonorsChoose project! At the time of this project, I was serving as a technology coach, and these professional resources have been instrumental in helping me guide and support teachers in using technology more effectively.\r\n\r\nThe books you provided gave me practical strategies for digital storytelling, equitable access, blended learning, and creative technology integration. With these tools, I was able to introduce new ideas to teachers, provide meaningful professional development, and help them feel more confident in creating engaging, student-centered learning experiences.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, the impact extends far beyond me. The knowledge I gained has been shared with multiple classrooms, reaching countless students who now have more opportunities to learn in innovative, equitable, and tech-rich environments.\r\n\r\nYour support made it possible for me to grow as a leader, empower teachers, and ultimately open new pathways for student success. I am so grateful for your generosity and your belief in the power of education.","fullyFundedDate":1681680411379,"projectUrl":"project/technically/7151959/","projectTitle":"Technically!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bryant","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2913301_orig.png?crop=500,500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753123185130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/aspire1"},{"teacherId":2913301,"projectId":9216462,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my DonorsChoose project! Because of your kindness, our classroom now has a set of headphones that has already made a huge difference for my students.\r\n\r\nWith the headphones, students can focus better during independent work and digital learning activities. Students can engage with lessons, reading programs, and testing with confidence. For many of my students, this small change has led to a significant improvement in their ability to concentrate and feel successful.\r\n\r\nYour gift has provided more than just headphones; it has given my students the chance to learn in a calmer, more personalized environment. They feel proud to have their own tools for learning, and it's building their independence each day.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of education and for making an impact that my students and I will never forget.","fullyFundedDate":1746699669889,"projectUrl":"project/the-final-countdown-can-you-hear-me/9216462/","projectTitle":"The Final Countdown: Can You Hear Me?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bryant","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2913301_orig.png?crop=500,500,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753123185130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/aspire1"},{"teacherId":8972189,"projectId":9189590,"letterContent":"The student-led United Way fundraiser, centered around selling slushies using a Ninja slushy machine, has had a remarkable impact on my students. 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I surveyed my student's about what additional rewards would encourage and build their confidence and discovered that they like gift cards to restaurants. I also found that some students enjoyed the opportunity to buy items from major retailers.\r\nThank you so much for helping me build relationships with my students!","fullyFundedDate":1734452039592,"projectUrl":"project/my-students-are-amazing-rewards/8940118/","projectTitle":"My Student's Are Amazing Rewards!!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yarbrough","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1992816"},{"teacherId":9444914,"projectId":8991335,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generous donation that allowed us to buy candy as an incentive for students to read and log their minutes in Beanstack. \r\n\r\nThe kids were excited to read and earn candy as a result. We delivered candy to students who earned it on a daily basis (it went much quicker than I imagined it would).\r\n\r\nThe candy your donation provided was a big contributor to our school winning the Richmond Reads award for the first semester. We were awarded a trophy for being the top middle school in minutes logged in Beanstack.\r\n\r\nSo, thank you again for your donation and your contribution to student literacy.","fullyFundedDate":1733616827929,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-for-reading/8991335/","projectTitle":"Rewards for Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Roper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9444914"},{"teacherId":2913301,"projectId":8885338,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generous support of our Positive Rewards for Positive Behavior project! 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