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The presentation clicker and charger have helped lessons run more smoothly, allowing me to move around the room, engage with students more directly, and keep technology running efficiently. This has increased student focus and participation during instruction.\r\n\r\nThe classroom snacks have also made a wonderful difference for our students. Many students come to school hungry or need an extra boost to stay focused throughout the day. Having snacks available helps support their energy, attention, and overall well-being, creating a more positive learning environment. 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That simple act of care helps them feel safe, supported, and ready to focus on their schoolwork. Instead of worrying about hunger, they can focus on reading, solving problems, and sharing their ideas with confidence.\r\n\r\nYour generosity also allows me to provide small prizes and incentives that bring so much joy and motivation to our classroom. Whether it is a fun pencil, a sticker, a LEGO piece, or a small toy, these rewards help celebrate effort, kindness, and perseverance. My students light up when they earn these incentives, and it reinforces the message that their hard work matters. For many of them, this positive recognition builds confidence and encourages them to keep trying, even when learning feels challenging.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my classroom is a place where students feel energized, encouraged, and excited to learn. You are helping to create an environment where children feel valued—not just as learners, but as individuals who deserve care and support.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their success. Your generosity is helping shape brighter futures, one snack and one smile at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1741702115333,"projectUrl":"project/snack-and-prizes-for-a-job-well-done/9153953/","projectTitle":"Snack and Prizes for a Job Well Done!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5271778_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1580514419902","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5271778"},{"teacherId":5929914,"projectId":6631345,"letterContent":"Thank you for transforming our literacy block! My students were overjoyed to see the new Goosebumps books and couldn't wait to start reading. The phonics materials, decodable readers, and handwriting tools are crucial for my diverse learners to build confidence. The dry erase spots have already made small group work more engaging. Because of you, my students now have the specific tools they need to grow as readers and writers. We are so grateful for your generosity! Mahalo nui loa and keep supporting our keiki!","fullyFundedDate":1666811355122,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-needs/6631345/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bridget","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5929914_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673332960483","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bridgeth"},{"teacherId":5271778,"projectId":9951051,"letterContent":"Mahalo nui loa for your generous support of our Future-Ready Photo Lab! Because of you, our students now have access to a high-quality photo printer that is transforming the way they learn, create, and share their thinking.\r\n\r\nWith this new tool, students are printing photos for research posters, project-based learning presentations, podcasts, and STEM investigations. They are using images to document experiments, capture real-world math and science connections, and design visual displays that strengthen their communication skills. Our learners are no longer limited to digital screens—they can now hold their work in their hands, reflect on it, revise it, and proudly display it for others.\r\n\r\nThis printer has also empowered students to take ownership of their learning. They plan their layouts, edit their images, consider audience, and problem-solve when challenges arise. These experiences are helping them develop creativity, digital literacy, collaboration, and confidence—skills they will carry with them into middle school, high school, and beyond.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your kindness has shown our students that their ideas matter and that a community believes in them. They feel supported, valued, and inspired to aim higher.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' futures and helping us create a classroom where innovation and imagination thrive every day.","fullyFundedDate":1766005825393,"projectUrl":"project/documenting-our-thinking-a-pbl-photo-la/9951051/","projectTitle":"Documenting Our Thinking: A PBL Photo Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5271778_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1580514419902","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5271778"},{"teacherId":6031679,"projectId":9774127,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping make our school year fun! We have been using our new materials for art, physical education, and incentive rewards. 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