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It has definitely sparked joy and wonderful classroom experiences for us all. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your contribution to our classroom this year!","fullyFundedDate":1753561965375,"projectUrl":"project/a-space-for-small-group-differentiated-p/9486266/","projectTitle":"A Space for Small Group Differentiated Practice","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cuadros","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7129600"},{"teacherId":1699958,"projectId":9516455,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Your support for our Walking Club project has turned simple supplies into powerful tools for building identity, community, and healthy habits for my students. I always say that what I love most about them is their enthusiasm and resilience, and now, they have a tangible way to showcase that spirit.\r\n\r\nThe moment the packages arrived was truly electric. When the students saw the heat press and the boxes of patches, hats, and sticker supplies, they erupted. It felt like we were opening a dedicated creative studio just for them! Their immediate reaction was a buzz of design ideas—they were giddy to know they could literally customize their own gear. This excitement transformed into ownership immediately.\r\n\r\nWe're using the resources to live our club's values. Our core project has been transforming a blank hat into a symbol of belonging. Using the heat press, students are turning their patch designs into a visible sign of their dedication. For many of them, wearing this unique hat—which they helped create—is a significant boost to their self-esteem and connection to the group. The personalized water bottles are also a huge hit; they've made proper hydration fun, reinforcing the healthy living habits we promote during every walk.","fullyFundedDate":1758636645777,"projectUrl":"project/striding-forward-custom-gear-for-our-wa/9516455/","projectTitle":"Striding Forward: Custom Gear for Our Walking Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shoemaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1699958_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486764559536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1699958"},{"teacherId":6772989,"projectId":9322053,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Thanks to your support, we received all the materials we requested for our school and community beautification projects, including garbage grabbers, gloves, garden tools, and bags.\r\n\r\nThe students are absolutely thrilled to be getting outside and making a tangible difference in caring for their community at our kickoff back to school clean-up event this week. These materials have transformed our ability to run clean-up and beautification projects in our school community. They are not just for a single event; they are a gift that will keep on giving, allowing us to maintain a beautiful and clean environment for years to come. We look forward to a clean-up this spring on Earth Day!\r\n\r\nYour donation has empowered our students to become active participants in their community, and we are so grateful for your kindness. Thank you again for bringing this project to life.","fullyFundedDate":1747068726845,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-leaders-to-clean-and-ca/9322053/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Leaders to Clean and Care for Our Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Crosetto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6772989_orig.png?crop=396,396,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714754199854","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6772989"},{"teacherId":6772989,"projectId":8938099,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project! Thanks to you, our library is now home to a large and wonderful collection of Mo Willems' books, the beloved \"Elephant & Piggie\" and \"Pigeon\" series.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been immediate and incredible. Even in the third week of school, these books are already flying off the shelves! It's been so heartwarming to see our students, from the youngest kindergarteners to the older 8th graders, connect with these stories. The younger students in particular find them to be the funniest and most entertaining in the library. Our older students love sharing these stories with younger siblings at home. They are truly loved and cherished by our library patrons. \r\n\r\nYour donation has provided a valuable resource that brings joy and fosters a love for reading in our students. We are so grateful for your kindness and for helping us bring these wonderful stories to our school.","fullyFundedDate":1741546132731,"projectUrl":"project/keep-the-stories-flying-pigeon-and-elep/8938099/","projectTitle":"Keep the Stories Flying: Pigeon and Elephant & Piggie Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Crosetto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6772989_orig.png?crop=396,396,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714754199854","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6772989"},{"teacherId":1699958,"projectId":9320502,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your incredible support. Your donation didn't just fund a project—it ignited a wave of creativity and kindness that has truly transformed our school community.\r\nWe are so excited to share how your generosity has come to life. The materials you provided—from the vibrant acrylic pens and durable spray paint to the shimmering mosaic tiles—have allowed our students to turn their vision for the Kindness Rock Garden into a beautiful reality. You should have seen their faces when the boxes arrived. Their eyes lit up, and they immediately started sketching designs and debating which inspirational quotes to use. It was a pure moment of joy, a powerful reminder that when you invest in our students, you're not just giving them supplies; you're giving them a chance to express themselves and make a difference.\r\nThe most powerful moment of this project was watching the students work on their rocks. One typically reserved student spent an entire afternoon meticulously painting a small stone with the words, \"You are enough.\" She told me she hoped it would find its way to someone who was having a hard day and needed to hear that message. It was a powerful reminder that our students are not just making art; they are creating tangible pieces of hope that will be shared with our community.\r\nThank you for being a part of this journey. Your generosity has empowered our students to spread light and hope, and the Kindness Rock Garden will be a lasting testament to your belief in them.","fullyFundedDate":1747771107984,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-rocks/9320502/","projectTitle":"Kindness Rocks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shoemaker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1699958_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486764559536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1699958"},{"teacherId":125014,"projectId":8973849,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me organize our blended learning center materials. The bookshelf and file bins allow me to keep everything organized in one place and it allows students to be more independent.\r\n\r\nOur blended learning time allows students to work through lessons at their own pace. Lessons include independent work, partner work, and small group work with the teacher. Some lessons are required while others are \"Should Do\" or \"Aspire to Do\". This allows me to challenge students who are ready for that and support kids who aren't.\r\n\r\nThe file boxes and colored file folders allow students to access all the materials they need without teacher support. The colored files match the lessons shown on their learning pathway which helps students determine which lessons are required and which provide extra support or a challenge.\r\n\r\nThanks again for your support. Your gift will impact all of my future students as well as my current ones.","fullyFundedDate":1733238810674,"projectUrl":"project/growing-library-needs-a-home/8973849/","projectTitle":"Growing Library Needs a Home","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Van Zytveld","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/125014"},{"teacherId":6772989,"projectId":8712258,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generosity in supporting my DonorsChoose project! Thanks to your donation, we now have a rolling book cart to house our growing collection of YA graphic novels, making these beloved books even more accessible to my students.\r\n\r\nStudents are thrilled to see their favorite titles displayed in a way that invites browsing and discovery. Many of them have already taken advantage of the new setup, eagerly picking up graphic novels that spark their interest. With this cart, we can easily move the collection to different areas, ensuring that more students can engage with stories that captivate and inspire them. The graphic novel cart makes my middle schoolers feel like they have a \"teen\" space of their own in the library. \r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity has made a real difference in Galileo's library and our middle school community. Thank you for helping us foster a love of reading and storytelling. We truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1732049313690,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-into-reading-mobile-book-cart-f/8712258/","projectTitle":"Rolling into Reading: Mobile Book Cart for Our School Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Crosetto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6772989_orig.png?crop=396,396,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714754199854","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6772989"},{"teacherId":125014,"projectId":8846757,"letterContent":"Our first round in the Battle of the Books is quickly approaching. Students have a list of 20 titles to complete by March. Thanks to your generous gift, we have enough copies of those books to keep our team reading.\r\nWe have a group of 20 fourth through six graders who will complete this year. We meet once a week after school. This program encourages students to read challenging texts, work as a team, and be responsible for our materials. \r\nThey are an energetic group that is eager to read. The list is fantastic and represents a wide variety of genres, authors, and characters. Students are recommending books to each other which is the best kind of recommendation. 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