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Students were excited to see their new baskets and quickly arranged their supplies. \r\n\r\nDuring a recent activity, they were able to begin working right away without waiting for materials to be passed out. These baskets save valuable instructional time and help students become more responsible and independent. Next, students will continue using them during daily lessons and hands-on projects.\r\n\r\nWe are so appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1778222477683,"projectUrl":"project/better-with-baskets/10125253/","projectTitle":"Better with Baskets!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Porter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3206527_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669690878208","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/courtneyporter"},{"teacherId":3573660,"projectId":10035886,"letterContent":"I am tremendously grateful for the outpouring of support we have received for our DonorsChoose project. Your generous donations have exceeded our expectations and will have a profound impact on the educational journey of our students. Your belief in our mission to provide quality resources and opportunities for learning speaks volumes about your commitment to education. With your help, we are one step closer to creating an enriching and dynamic learning environment where every student can thrive. Your kindness has not only touched our hearts but has also empowered our community to come together in support of our shared goals. 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With your help, we are one step closer to creating an enriching and dynamic learning environment where every student can thrive. Your kindness has not only touched our hearts but has also empowered our community to come together in support of our shared goals. From the depths of my gratitude, thank you for your unwavering generosity and belief in the power of education to change lives.","fullyFundedDate":1778262129335,"projectUrl":"project/step-launch-catch-part-2/10035900/","projectTitle":"Step, Launch, Catch Part 2!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3573660_orig.png?crop=297,297,x48,y147&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1610457009285","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3573660"},{"teacherId":3206527,"projectId":10197566,"letterContent":"This printer has surpassed my expectations so far! Once we finally got it to print at the right size, it has been printing beautiful posters full of color through some trial and error.\r\n\r\nThe sky is now the limit with all the things that we will be able to print. From smaller sizes all the way to 24 x 36 size posters, we are planning for all the things that will enhance our lessons and also how to use the posters to engage our students' learning.\r\n\r\nWe are so thankful to Loft for funding this project!","fullyFundedDate":1778222484594,"projectUrl":"project/printer-for-posters/10197566/","projectTitle":"Printer for Posters!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Porter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3206527_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669690878208","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/courtneyporter"},{"teacherId":10502455,"projectId":10274318,"letterContent":"Thank you for the generous donations! My students are LOVING the new headphones. They tell me they are very comfortable, especially compared to the original ones that I have always used in my classroom. I no longer have to battle with my students about wearing their headphones while working on their chromebooks. \r\nWe use white boards constantly in my classes so these erasers have already gotten a lot of use and are looking much more reliable/sturdy than ones that I have used in the past. I am very excited about not having to replace them constantly throughout the school year. \r\nThank yall again!","fullyFundedDate":1778222479453,"projectUrl":"project/instant-upgrades-needed-for-a-classroom/10274318/","projectTitle":"Instant Upgrades Needed for a Classroom Light on Swag","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lacy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10502455"},{"teacherId":3573660,"projectId":10186110,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to our generous donors for making this project possible! The batteries you provided allow my 4th and 5th grade students to use our LED equipment during our Heart Challenge event. These resources help us create fun, active challenges while teaching students about the importance of heart health, exercise, and making healthy choices.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when they first saw the LED equipment and couldn't wait to use it! They love when we bring new and exciting activities into PE, and the lights make our Heart Challenge even more engaging. Our next step is to continue using the equipment for fun movement challenges that encourage teamwork, activity, and supporting a great cause.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us make PE an exciting place to learn, move, and make a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1778262130616,"projectUrl":"project/powering-play-in-pe/10186110/","projectTitle":"Powering Play in PE!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3573660_orig.png?crop=297,297,x48,y147&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1610457009285","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3573660"},{"teacherId":3573660,"projectId":10035845,"letterContent":"I am overwhelmed with gratitude and joy as I express my heartfelt thanks for your generous contribution to my DonorsChoose project. Your support played a pivotal role in fully funding the project, enabling me to acquire the much-needed toner for my printer. This essential resource will be instrumental in creating vibrant and informative PE station signs, as well as facilitating a variety of engaging activities for our students.\r\nYour kindness and commitment to education have not only made a significant impact on my classroom but have also contributed to the overall learning experience of the students. Thanks to your generosity, we can now enhance our physical education program and provide a more dynamic and visually appealing environment for the students. Your belief in the power of education and your willingness to invest in our students' success are truly inspiring. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making a difference in the lives of our learners.\r\nWith sincere gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1778262131249,"projectUrl":"project/printing-our-way-to-fitness/10035845/","projectTitle":"Printing Our Way to Fitness!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3573660_orig.png?crop=297,297,x48,y147&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1610457009285","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3573660"},{"teacherId":10417442,"projectId":10157797,"letterContent":"Our materials have arrived, and I was so excited to open the boxes!!! Our cozy reading corner is ready and waiting for students to read!!! I cannot wait to see my students' faces when they walk in on the first day of school and discover it for the first time.\r\nFrom day one, we'll be diving into books centered on empathy, compassion, and real human experiences. Students will gather for guided discussions, practice putting words to feelings, and carry those lessons into their everyday interactions with each other. I'll be watching for the moments I know are coming, a child choosing kind words during a conflict, or noticing a classmate who needs support and doing something about it.\r\nThank you for investing in not just what my students will learn, but who they will become.","fullyFundedDate":1779314118979,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-calm-compassionate-reading-corner/10157797/","projectTitle":"Cozy Calm Compassionate Reading Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Driskill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10417442_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776612528997","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/driskill3"},{"teacherId":5758386,"projectId":9284202,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for believing in my second-grade students! Your support has made a tremendous difference in our classroom. Because every student now has access to quality headphones, technology has become an even more effective learning tool. My students use their headphones daily for reading programs, math practice, educational videos, audiobooks, and online learning activities. Having their own headphones helps them stay focused, hear instructions clearly, and work independently without distracting their classmates.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on my students' faces when they received their new headphones was priceless. They immediately took pride in using them during our technology rotations and couldn't wait to explore new learning activities. I've especially noticed a positive impact on students who benefit from hearing text read aloud or who need a quieter environment to concentrate. They are more confident, more engaged, and more willing to tackle challenging tasks because they can learn at a pace that works best for them.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students much more than headphones—it has given them greater access to personalized learning opportunities and the confidence to become independent learners. Thank you for investing in our classroom and for helping create meaningful learning experiences that will benefit my students every single day. Your kindness has made a lasting impact, and we are incredibly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1746785857701,"projectUrl":"project/ink-spired-creations/9284202/","projectTitle":"Ink-spired Creations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shihadeh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5758386_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1782706522878","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missranashihadeh"},{"teacherId":5758386,"projectId":6139426,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity and for believing in my second-grade students! Because of your support, every child in our classroom now has access to their own headphones, and they have truly transformed the way we learn each day. Whether students are participating in literacy programs, practicing math skills, listening to audiobooks, or completing interactive lessons, having reliable headphones allows them to stay focused and engaged without distracting their classmates. Technology is an important part of today's classroom, and these headphones have made it possible for every student to fully participate in digital learning experiences.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited to receive their new headphones! They take pride in having a set that belongs to our classroom, and they love being able to independently access learning activities on their devices. I've especially noticed how beneficial they have been for students who need extra support in reading or who learn best by listening. They can hear directions clearly, work at their own pace, and build confidence without feeling self-conscious. It's wonderful to watch students become more independent and enthusiastic about learning through technology.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has provided so much more than headphones—you have given my students opportunities to grow, explore, and succeed. Thank you for investing in our classroom and for helping create meaningful learning experiences that will benefit my students every single day. Your generosity has made a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1643837341300,"projectUrl":"project/hear-ye-hear-ye-headphones-for-learnin/6139426/","projectTitle":"Hear-ye, hear-ye! 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