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The students' reaction to seeing these professional-grade materials—from Elmer's Glues to Crayola Paper—was one of excitement and respect; they realized they were being equipped for serious, hands-on work.\r\n\r\nThe Music Club also saw an immediate boost, specifically in our \"Geography and Culture\" unit, where music is examined as a cultural product. The donation of D'Addario Acoustic Guitar Strings and Fender Guitar Picks enabled us to restring and maintain our practice instruments. The next crucial step for the Social Studies students is transitioning from local data collection to a cross-cultural comparative analysis, where they will apply their survey findings to global patterns of discipline and rest.","fullyFundedDate":1759418753940,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supply-request-for-social-stud/9773791/","projectTitle":"Essential Supply Request for Social Studies and Music Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chapman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2035262_orig.jpg?crop=686,686,x0,y70&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697846204118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2035262"},{"teacherId":7936915,"projectId":9772938,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to purchase books for my students. They have been using them to do research for projects and presentations. They have enjoyed having a new variety of resources to choose from when doing work. \r\n\r\nPreviously, they were using books that were outdated and/or not so nicely presented with art work and interactive activities. So many students have commented that they love the new books for the beautiful artwork and the way the material is presented in a fun way.\r\n\r\nMany thanks for all that you do to support education!","fullyFundedDate":1759379752133,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books/9772938/","projectTitle":"Books! Books! Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taksony","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7936915_orig.jpg?crop=666,666,x220,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629916672455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7936915"},{"teacherId":7824785,"projectId":5520530,"letterContent":"Mahalo for your generous donations. Each of our students has proper protection for their expensive devices that are difficult to replace frequently and quickly. Our students were able to access their devices equitably throughout the school day. Teachers and students could access devices without fear of damaging the devices. As a result, students could access devices for communication even when engaging in destructive behavior due to sensory dysregulation. Access to communication is essential for our students who do not have the ability to speak with their own voices.","fullyFundedDate":1620273568179,"projectUrl":"project/protect-our-speech/5520530/","projectTitle":"Protect Our Speech!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Evelyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7824785_orig.jpg?crop=2424,2424,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619810942673","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7824785"},{"teacherId":9422695,"projectId":9501896,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to this project this year! The money was used to purchase much needed snacks to keep our students going throughout the school day. I put out all the rice Krispie's as soon as the boxes were delivered, and students were so excited to see the snack bin full! Two weeks later, all the rice Krispie's are gone. Our next movie week will be just before Winter Break, and students are already looking forward to movies and popcorn. Thank you again for your generous contribution to my classroom. It truly means the world to myself, and my students!","fullyFundedDate":1760745992364,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-snacks-snacks/9501896/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Snacks, SNACKS!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jacintho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9422695_orig.jpg?crop=1246,1246,x0,y274&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703899658394","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katie-jacintho"},{"teacherId":7510975,"projectId":9772485,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom! My students were able to utilize the Cricut machines I have in my classroom to bring their fun designs to life! Some students made stickers to hand out during Halloween, others made some for their friends and family. The materials allowed them to express themselves and have a tangible product. The kids loved seeing what they made come to life, and were able to do a fun, hands-on activity while learning new skills. This project gave them the opportunity to have fun and create!","fullyFundedDate":1759195110258,"projectUrl":"project/sticker-fun/9772485/","projectTitle":"Sticker Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gima","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7510975"},{"teacherId":10011143,"projectId":9772430,"letterContent":"I want to thank the donors for accepting this project. We have many chromebooks that, after the warranty ended, the batteries started to swell. The chromebooks were still functional, but we were coming across quite a few that the trackpads wouldn't work properly. The cursor would freeze or not move around smoothly using the trackpad. The external mice that you provided has solved the trackpad problem. Students are able to use the chromebook as usual with the mouse. We saved thousands of dollars by not having to replace the trackpads or computers.\r\n\r\nI know it was frustrating for students and teachers trying to use those computers. But now they have an easier time doing school work and projects in class.","fullyFundedDate":1759225028788,"projectUrl":"project/our-students-are-using-chromebooks-with/9772430/","projectTitle":"Our Students Are Using Chromebooks with Defective Trackpads","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nomura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10011143"},{"teacherId":8624709,"projectId":9774571,"letterContent":"Thank you for the classroom supplies and snacks for the students. I recently found out that one of my students has recently become houseless. He regularly asks for food (understandably so) and it's so nice to have a bunch of food ready to give him.\r\n\r\nMy students seem to like their Interactive Notebooks (my ELA students) and are engaged when working on them. My AVID students use the Expo pens during tutorials and when working at their desks. I am fortnate to what \"whiteboard\" surface desks, so instead of paper, the students just work on their desks in lieu of scratch paper.\r\n\r\nHaving supplies ready to go when new students come in and be able to help students out when they are \"starving\" helps keep them motivated as their barriers to learning are eliminated.","fullyFundedDate":1759417732393,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-sustinance/9774571/","projectTitle":"Supplies & Sustinance","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8624709"},{"teacherId":9422695,"projectId":9323271,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project! With the money that was raised, we were able to purchase a class set of Brave The Page for long-form creative writing projects. Students are excited to start planning, writing, and even publishing their work. In fact, we've had such a large demand for creative writing that next year, we hope to add an entire class devoted to creative writing at our high school. We can't wait to show you all the amazing, inventive stories students are writing. Thank you again, for making this dream possible!","fullyFundedDate":1750867266214,"projectUrl":"project/braving-the-page-for-creative-writing/9323271/","projectTitle":"Braving The Page for Creative Writing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jacintho","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9422695_orig.jpg?crop=1246,1246,x0,y274&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703899658394","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katie-jacintho"},{"teacherId":8357829,"projectId":9153000,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students, I want to extend my most sincere and heartfelt thanks for your generous donation to our \"Snacks for Kids\" project. Your support has had an immediate and profound impact on our school, where we know that one in three children is from a food-insecure home. Many of our students face daily challenges, and for some, the snacks you provided were the only thing keeping them from going hungry during the school day. Your kindness has been a true lifeline, directly addressing a critical need and making a world of difference.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your gift goes far beyond just providing food. I have seen firsthand how these snacks have helped my students focus better, stay engaged in lessons, and feel more comfortable and secure in the classroom. When a child's basic needs are met, they are able to truly concentrate on learning and reach their full potential. Your donation removed a significant barrier to their education and sent a powerful message that they are seen, valued, and supported.\r\n\r\nYour commitment to our community and to our students' well-being is inspiring. Thank you again for being a champion for these kids. Your generosity has not only filled their stomachs but has also nourished their minds and spirits, giving them the energy and confidence they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1741652811033,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-kids/9153000/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Holland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8357829_orig.jpg?crop=1713,1713,x370,y903&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646699875917","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8357829"},{"teacherId":9338174,"projectId":9222493,"letterContent":"The impact of your generosity has been awesome. The students are more able to identify parts of the brain when they can experience dissecting it one part at time. Many thanks to my good friend Candy Bender and the Ford Motor Company for your generous offers. \r\n\r\nOur budget has been cut so this is a huge help for our science department. Now I am able to buy more organs for my labs. I am grateful to the Carolina Company for supplying these items for schools to purchase. I am very grateful to live in a world with kindness. \r\nMahalo, Lyn Sarver, Human Physiology teacher Maui High School","fullyFundedDate":1746742689816,"projectUrl":"project/money-for-wisdom/9222493/","projectTitle":"Money for Wisdom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9338174_orig.png?crop=205,205,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743617485808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9338174"},{"teacherId":10029413,"projectId":9337712,"letterContent":"With the gifts that you funded for my office, it has been able to help create a more soothing space for students. It can be difficult to create a warm environment from a cold office, but these donations were able to help in that process. \r\n\r\nSEL tools and snacks also aid in the sessions that we have with students in dealing with particularly challenging events that can come up during the school day. The tools help students process and express their thoughts and feelings more appropriately.\r\n\r\nI cannot express enough gratitude for your donation for these items in my office. Such a small token can make such a big impact for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1746975584349,"projectUrl":"project/create-a-soothing-safe-space/9337712/","projectTitle":"Create a Soothing Safe Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Riley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10029413"},{"teacherId":9169619,"projectId":9485921,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity has brought in tools and supplies that are already transforming how my students learn, move, and take ownership of their space.\r\n\r\nMany of our students bike to school each day, and with the Feedback Sports Bike Tool Kit, they now have the opportunity to learn hands-on bicycle maintenance. This isn't just about fixing a flat or adjusting a brake—it's about building mechanical confidence, independence, and real-world problem-solving skills. One student in particular, who used to rely on others to fix his bike, now proudly shares that he can troubleshoot minor issues on his own. For many, it's the first time they feel in control of their commute—and that sense of empowerment spills into the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe shop towels, gum remover, and hygiene items have added another layer of dignity and shared responsibility to our classroom. Students use these supplies to clean surfaces, care for our shared space, and discreetly meet personal hygiene needs. This has led to a noticeable increase in focus and mutual respect—our room feels calmer, cleaner, and more student-owned.\r\n\r\nLastly, the HDMI cable has made our tech setup more reliable. Lessons now flow without the interruptions of failed connections, and students are more engaged when videos, slideshows, and interactive content work seamlessly. 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