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Many expressed that they had never had anything like this available to them before.\r\nBecause of your kindness, we're now integrating these tools into our social-emotional learning.\r\nYour gift didn't just supply materials; it opened the door for my students to learn lifelong coping skills. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where every child can breathe, reset, and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1763131399781,"projectUrl":"project/peaceful-minds-confident-hearts/9877471/","projectTitle":"Peaceful Minds, Confident Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3821643_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723315278462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3821643"},{"teacherId":3821643,"projectId":9838833,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students are now using professional creative technology to draw, design, and animate in ways that deepen their learning every day. 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Thank you for making this possible for them.","fullyFundedDate":1760829528897,"projectUrl":"project/draw-design-animate-inspiring-the-ne/9838833/","projectTitle":"Draw, Design, Animate - Inspiring the Next Generation of Creators","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3821643_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723315278462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3821643"},{"teacherId":3821643,"projectId":9863200,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our new yoga mats have brought a sense of peace, focus, and movement into our classroom. My students use them during mindfulness breaks, stretching routines, and SEL lessons where we practice breathing and grounding strategies. \r\n\r\nWhen the mats first arrived, my students were so excited. They rolled them out immediately, testing different stretches and poses, and sharing how the soft, comfortable mats made them feel safe and supported.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we are now adding short yoga and mindfulness sessions into our weekly routine. Our next step is helping students use these skills independently—before quizzes, during transitions, and whenever they feel overwhelmed. These mats are not just supplies; they're tools that help students find balance, build confidence, and take control of their emotional well-being.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving them a place to breathe, focus, and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1761917285066,"projectUrl":"project/finding-our-calm-yoga-mats-for-focus-an/9863200/","projectTitle":"Finding Our Calm: Yoga Mats for Focus and Balance","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3821643_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723315278462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3821643"},{"teacherId":3821643,"projectId":8519102,"letterContent":"The Our Creative Toolbox project has completely transformed our classroom into a creative design space! With the Cricut Maker Bundle and accessories, my students can now bring their ideas to life through hands-on projects that combine art, design, and learning. 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We now start our lessons with quick \"focus warm-ups,\" allowing students to choose the tool that helps them get ready to learn. The change in classroom calm and engagement has been incredible!\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were thrilled. They eagerly explored each item from fidget cubes to sensory putty and shared which ones helped them stay calm or alert. One student proudly said, \"Now I can actually listen without feeling jumpy!\" That moment reminded me how small supports can make a big impact.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, my students now have the tools they need to self-regulate, stay on task, and feel confident in their learning space.","fullyFundedDate":1761023254146,"projectUrl":"project/from-fidgets-to-focus-supporting-every/9804919/","projectTitle":"From Fidgets to Focus: Supporting Every Brain","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3821643_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723315278462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3821643"},{"teacherId":3821643,"projectId":8533925,"letterContent":"The Bookworm Buddy project has made reading time come alive for my students. The new technology allows them to explore stories in fun, interactive ways, listen to audiobooks, follow along with text, and practice comprehension skills with confidence. What's most exciting for them is being able to work at their own pace and see their progress right on the screen.\r\n\r\nOne student who used to avoid reading now can't wait to log in each day to earn badges and share new words she's learned. 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The Cozy Reading Nook has completely changed the way my students feel about reading. With comfortable seating, soft lighting, inviting book displays, and a soft, comfortable rug, my students now choose to spend extra time reading even during free moments! The calm atmosphere helps my reluctant readers focus and enjoy books without pressure. Because of this project, I've seen stronger comprehension, better stamina, and more meaningful discussions during reading groups.","fullyFundedDate":1719819797133,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-reading-nook/8475126/","projectTitle":"Cozy Reading Nook","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3821643_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723315278462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3821643"},{"teacherId":3821643,"projectId":9474869,"letterContent":"When our Glow Up Girls group opened the boxes of materials, their faces lit up! The room buzzed with excitement as they pulled out mirrors, craft supplies, and journals. One student said, \"This is our space to really talk and shine!\"\r\nWe've already started our first confidence circle, where each girl decorated her journal cover and wrote her first affirmation inside. These moments have sparked powerful conversations about self-love and friendship.\r\nNext, we're using the new supplies for our \"Mirror Motivation\" project, where each girl will design a mirror frame that reflects her personality and the positive words she wants to see every day.\r\nYour support helped create a space filled with laughter, creativity, and courage. Thank you for helping our girls glow from the inside out!","fullyFundedDate":1758840093140,"projectUrl":"project/glow-up-girls-confidence-crafts-conv/9474869/","projectTitle":"Glow Up Girls: Confidence, Crafts & Conversation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3821643_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723315278462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3821643"},{"teacherId":3821643,"projectId":9465528,"letterContent":"The Operation Snack & Learn project has made a significant impact on our classroom! The snacks you provided have become a key part of our daily routine, giving students the energy and focus they need to learn, participate, and stay engaged throughout the day. Having healthy, ready-to-go options available means no one has to learn on an empty stomach, and it's made a real difference in attention and motivation during lessons.\r\n\r\nWhen the first boxes arrived, my students were overjoyed. Their faces lit up as we unpacked the snacks and set up our \"Snack Station.\" One student said, \"Now I don't have to worry about being hungry during math!\" It was such a heartwarming reminder that even small comforts can have a big impact on learning and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1759525361080,"projectUrl":"project/operation-snack-learn/9465528/","projectTitle":"Operation Snack & Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3821643_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723315278462","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3821643"},{"teacherId":7000223,"projectId":9188656,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our middle school students now have access to contemporary novels that speak directly to their experiences and interests. For years, many of our 7th and 8th graders struggled to connect with the dated required texts in our curriculum—stories that felt distant from their daily lives and challenges. The high-interest books you helped us acquire have completely transformed our reading instruction. These modern novels tackle real-world issues our students face: friendship drama, family dynamics, identity questions, and social pressures. Through these relatable stories, we're teaching critical thinking skills as students analyze character motivations, examine cause and effect, and make text-to-self connections. More importantly, these books serve as a foundation for social-emotional learning, helping students process their own emotions and develop empathy by seeing themselves reflected in the characters' struggles and triumphs.\r\n\r\nReading time in our classroom has been completely revitalized. Where once students would reluctantly open outdated novels with sighs and eye rolls, they now eagerly grab their books and immediately dive into discussions about plot twists and character decisions. Our literature circles buzz with genuine conversation as students debate moral dilemmas and share personal connections to the stories. I've watched previously disengaged students become animated storytellers, explaining plot points to their friends and making predictions about what happens next. Several students who rarely participated in class discussions now volunteer to share their thoughts because they finally see themselves in the stories we're reading together.\r\n\r\nThese aren't just academic victories—they're moments of students discovering that reading can be a mirror, a window, and a door to understanding both themselves and the world around them. 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