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Instead, they were fully equipped, organized, and set up for a truly successful school year.\r\n\r\nI cannot thank you enough for your love and support of education. My students and I are so grateful for your kindness, which has made a lasting impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1752771187083,"projectUrl":"project/the-equal-sign-should-mean-equal-access/9433000/","projectTitle":"The Equal Sign Should Mean Equal Access","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bustamante","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9575989_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752612497046","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-abustamante"},{"teacherId":9431752,"projectId":10266586,"letterContent":"I can not express enough how grateful I am to you. This was my first year sending seniors off into the world, and you helped foster memories that will last them a lifetime. Although the treats and trinkets may have felt small to you, they meant everything to them.\r\n\r\nThe glow of when they first walked into the classroom and saw that they were seen, praised, and had something tangible to hold on to was indescribable. Thank you for allowing me this opportunity. Your generosity has inspired a new generation. One that will allow for a ripple effect in our community. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1778612545880,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-resilience-a-joyful-lemonad/10266586/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Resilience: A Joyful Lemonade Graduation Party for Underserved Seniors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9431752_orig.jpg?crop=988,989,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705034329567","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9431752"},{"teacherId":4967113,"projectId":10157231,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my special education students! Your donation will help these sometimes reluctant readers increase their literacy skills and provide them with relatable materials and experiences to engage them in reading.\r\n\r\nThis book has impacted my students so much as we close out the school year, as they transition into their US History class next year. 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Many of them read below grade level, which often makes traditional high school texts feel discouraging or out of reach. Your support has changed that. By helping us bring Stamped (For Kids) into our classroom, you've given my students access to an important, powerful nonfiction text that they can actually read, understand, and feel confident engaging with.\r\n\r\nThis adaptation allows my students to explore complex ideas about race, history, and identity in a format that respects their maturity while meeting their reading needs. Because of your generosity, we can read together, annotate, pause for meaningful discussions, and build the vocabulary and comprehension skills they need to grow as readers and thinkers. Already, students are showing excitement about diving into a book that speaks to their experiences and helps them make sense of the world around them.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created a more inclusive and empowering learning environment—one where every student has the tools to participate, reflect, and find their voice. Thank you for believing in my students and supporting their journey toward stronger literacy and deeper understanding. Your impact will stay with them far beyond this unit.","fullyFundedDate":1773841677275,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-nonfiction-books-for-diverse-le/10157163/","projectTitle":"Engaging Nonfiction Books for Diverse Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9747805_orig.jpg?crop=563,563,x0,y73&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726854476947","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9747805"},{"teacherId":9747805,"projectId":9794919,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in fully funding our project, Engaging Graphic Novels for Students with Diverse Learning Needs. My 9th‑grade students are curious, creative, and full of potential, but many struggle with traditional text‑heavy books that can make reading feel overwhelming. Your support has allowed me to bring graphic novels into our classroom—books that combine powerful visuals with meaningful stories, making reading more accessible, enjoyable, and confidence‑building for all of my learners.\r\n\r\nThese graphic novels will help my students strengthen their comprehension, vocabulary, and engagement by giving them stories they can truly connect with. The visual supports help them follow plot, understand character emotions, and stay motivated as readers. Already, students are excited to choose books that reflect their interests and identities, and I can see them beginning to view themselves as capable, successful readers. This shift is invaluable for students who often feel left behind by traditional literacy materials.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a classroom library that promotes inclusion, creativity, and lifelong learning. Thank you for believing in my students and giving them access to books that spark joy, curiosity, and confidence. Your support makes a real difference in their reading lives, and we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768232494046,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-graphic-novels-for-students-wit/9794919/","projectTitle":"Engaging Graphic Novels for Students with Diverse Learning Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9747805_orig.jpg?crop=563,563,x0,y73&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726854476947","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9747805"},{"teacherId":9747805,"projectId":9795070,"letterContent":"Students with Diverse Learning Needs\"\r\nI am incredibly grateful for your generosity in fully funding our classroom project, Engaging Novels for Students with Diverse Learning Needs. Your support means so much to my students, many of whom read below grade level and often struggle to find books that truly speak to them. By helping us bring The One and Only Ivan into our classroom, you've given my students access to a story that is both emotionally meaningful and accessible—one that encourages them to see themselves as readers with important voices and ideas.\r\n\r\nThese novels will allow my students to participate in shared reading experiences that build confidence, empathy, and comprehension. Through discussions, reflections, and writing activities, they will explore themes of friendship, courage, and finding your voice—ideas that deeply resonate with them as they grow academically and personally. Having their own copies of the book makes them feel included, capable, and excited to read, which is a gift that will last far beyond this unit.\r\n\r\nI also want to extend a special thank‑you to Performance Wealth for supporting this project. Your contribution directly helped my diverse learners access high‑interest literature that meets them where they are and pushes them forward. Because of your generosity, I am able to teach with materials that truly engage my students and help them develop stronger literacy skills. You've made a meaningful difference in their learning, and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1760117864131,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-novels-for-students-with-divers/9795070/","projectTitle":"Engaging Novels for Students with Diverse Learning Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9747805_orig.jpg?crop=563,563,x0,y73&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726854476947","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9747805"},{"teacherId":2991935,"projectId":10181524,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity in funding our new flexible seating area! To say this upgrade was desperately needed is an absolute understatement—our previous chairs were quite literally on their last legs, and your support arrived at the perfect moment.\r\n\r\nProviding a comfortable, dynamic learning environment makes a world of difference for high school students. This new seating area has completely transformed the energy of our classroom. Instead of dealing with the daily distraction of wobbly, worn-out chairs, my students now have a dedicated, comfortable space where they can collaborate, focus, and truly take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nIt is amazing to see how a physical shift in the classroom can boost student morale and engagement. They feel respected and valued because they have a space that mirrors the maturity and effort they bring to their work every day.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has given our classroom a literal and figurative lift, and we are profoundly grateful for your investment in our comfort and success!","fullyFundedDate":1778180362193,"projectUrl":"project/first-class-upgrade-because-your-seat-m/10181524/","projectTitle":"First Class Upgrade: Because Your Seat Matters","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cassello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mscassello"},{"teacherId":2991935,"projectId":10181539,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our exam goodie bags! Because of your support, every single student walked into testing season feeling valued, cared for, and completely prepared.\r\n\r\nThe bags were packed with all the essential tools and snacks they needed to fuel their brains, but the impact went far beyond the physical items. I took the time to write a personalized, handwritten note to each individual student to slip inside their bag. To say they were touched is an understatement. Seeing their faces light up as they read their notes was incredibly moving; they felt seen, supported, and deeply encouraged right when they needed it most.\r\n\r\nYour kindness didn't just provide supplies—it helped build a community of confidence. My students went into their exams feeling immensely prepared and backed by a whole team of people rooting for their success. We are so grateful for your investment in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1776918590429,"projectUrl":"project/tackling-exam-session-with-stress-relief/10181539/","projectTitle":"Tackling Exam Session With Stress-Relief","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cassello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mscassello"},{"teacherId":8592827,"projectId":10260253,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your gift of Their Eyes Were Watching God. While it is a short novel, it is an absolute powerhouse of s work. Having a full set of these books ensures that every one of my students next year can fully engage with Janie's story. I know they will be captivated by the unique writing style and the themes of self-discovery and survival.\r\n\r\nThank you for letting my students have access to this story. This novel always sparks our most meaningful classroom discussions, and your generosity makes those moments possible. We can't wait to start reading! I will be assigning this over the summer for my incoming juniors and I know they'll love it.","fullyFundedDate":1778551504933,"projectUrl":"project/thrilling-readers-with-a-literary-classi/10260253/","projectTitle":"Thrilling Readers with a Literary Classic!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Roman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8592827_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750888510820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8592827"},{"teacherId":8592827,"projectId":10278903,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your donation of Their Eyes Were Watching God. This book has long been a cornerstone of our junior curriculum, but due to a lack of funding this past year, I was unable to teach it. Your generosity ensures that I don't have to cut this vital text again; it is officially back on the syllabus for next year!!\r\n\r\nThe impact of providing individual copies is huge. This is a story students deeply connect with, and now they finally have the freedom to take these books home and annotate the text as they read. Being able to mark up their own copies allows them to engage with Janie Crawford's journey in a way that communal classroom sets simply don't allow.\r\n\r\nTo give you an idea of the legacy this book leaves, a former student recently stopped by my classroom just to tell me that this was the best book she had ever read. Thanks to your support, my upcoming students will get that same opportunity to discover a lifelong favorite. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1778551505388,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-students-with-a-thrilling-class/10278903/","projectTitle":"Engaging Students With a Thrilling Classic From the Harlem Renaissance!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Roman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8592827_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750888510820","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8592827"},{"teacherId":8592827,"projectId":10160869,"letterContent":"I am absolutely so grateful for your generosity in providing copies of Kindred for my IB students. This novel is a masterpiece that perfectly aligns with our curriculum's focus on historical perspective, and I'm so exited to finally share Octavia Butler's brilliance with my class.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, every student will now have their own copy to annotate and keep, allowing them to engage deeply with the text rather than just skimming the surface. 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