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Thank you so much again for your support of these students.","fullyFundedDate":1762267708342,"projectUrl":"project/more-than-meets-the-eye/9793003/","projectTitle":"More Than Meets The Eye","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764718642651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/belfasths-library"},{"teacherId":4813977,"projectId":9756938,"letterContent":"I can't tell you how thankful I am for everyone who donated to get our robotics club and projects and engineering crew these upgraded Lego sets. The kids were so thrilled when they saw the unpacked boxes. It was like Christmas came early.\r\n\r\nThe teachers managing that program were beyond impressed to have these sets, as they are so detailed and really pushed the kids. One of the sets had remote control capabilities and the kids were all over it. 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The new microphone setup was something they got very excited about practicing with. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness","fullyFundedDate":1762267616685,"projectUrl":"project/game-it/9671299/","projectTitle":"Game IT","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764718642651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/belfasths-library"},{"teacherId":4813977,"projectId":9507962,"letterContent":"Thank you for the classroom sets of The Awakening by Kate Chopin and 1984 by George Orwell! These timeless works open powerful conversations about individuality, freedom, and the struggle between conformity and self-expression. The Awakening helps students explore gender roles and personal identity, while 1984 challenges them to think critically about truth, surveillance, and power. 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Your generous gift allows us to explore complex themes of loyalty, justice, and reconciliation through firsthand accounts and narrative history. \r\n\r\nWe're so grateful for your support in bringing this important global perspective to our BAHS classrooms!","fullyFundedDate":1760742771823,"projectUrl":"project/irish-times/9467550/","projectTitle":"Irish Times","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764718642651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/belfasths-library"},{"teacherId":4813977,"projectId":9465708,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the classroom set of The Martian by Andy Weir! Our students are thrilled to dive into this exciting, science-driven story of problem-solving and survival. The book has already sparked discussions about creativity, resilience, and real-world applications of STEM. Having clean copies of this book will really help\r\n\r\nYour generosity makes it possible for every student to experience the power of reading and innovation together. We're truly grateful for your support of learning at BAHS!","fullyFundedDate":1760741208725,"projectUrl":"project/when-martians-read/9465708/","projectTitle":"When Martian's Read","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764718642651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/belfasths-library"},{"teacherId":4813977,"projectId":9756192,"letterContent":"On behalf of the Belfast Area High School Library, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of diamond painting kits and Top Trumps card games. Your support has brought a new spark of creativity and connection to our library space.\r\n\r\nThe diamond painting kits have quickly become a favorite among students looking for a relaxing, hands-on activity during study halls or after a long day of classes. They've inspired conversations, collaboration, and a sense of calm focus that fits beautifully with our goal of creating a welcoming, student-centered environment.\r\n\r\nThe Top Trumps games, meanwhile, have turned into a lively way for students to learn strategy, memory, and friendly competition—often sparking laughter across the tables.","fullyFundedDate":1760741342726,"projectUrl":"project/unplug-and-relax/9756192/","projectTitle":"Unplug and Relax","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764718642651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/belfasths-library"},{"teacherId":4813977,"projectId":9756640,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing headphones and CD players for our library! These resources are already making a big difference for our students, especially in their English classes. With access to audiobooks, students can follow along as they read, improving their comprehension, vocabulary, and confidence. For struggling readers, English language learners, and those who simply learn best by listening, this support is transformative. Your gift is helping make reading more inclusive, engaging, and accessible for everyone. We're so grateful for your kindness and for investing in our students' success and love of literature!","fullyFundedDate":1759801551015,"projectUrl":"project/listen-while-you-work/9756640/","projectTitle":"Listen While You Work","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764718642651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/belfasths-library"},{"teacherId":4813977,"projectId":9756474,"letterContent":"ChatGPT said:\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support in bringing an incredible collection of DK science books to our library! These vibrant, visually engaging books on topics like artificial intelligence, physics, space, and cutting-edge technology are already sparking curiosity and conversation among our students. They offer clear explanations, stunning visuals, and real-world connections that make even the most complex ideas easier to understand and exciting to explore.\r\n\r\nYour gift is helping us create a space where students feel inspired to ask big questions, investigate how the world works, and see themselves as future scientists, innovators, and problem-solvers. Whether they're exploring how AI shapes our daily lives, discovering the forces that govern the universe, or learning about the future of space exploration, these books are fueling their imagination and building their confidence in STEM subjects.","fullyFundedDate":1759341061784,"projectUrl":"project/reading-science/9756474/","projectTitle":"Reading Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764718642651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/belfasths-library"},{"teacherId":4813977,"projectId":9504942,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of supplies to kick off the school year! The drink mixes, paper plates, and craft supplies will make a huge difference in our classroom activities. The kids have been so happy to have the new materials to help them make the best start to our school year. The drink mixes have been the biggest hit, and we have seen a rise in students drinking water over energy drinks.\r\n\r\n Your support is greatly appreciated and will help create a fun and engaging learning environment for our students. Thank you for making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1759415753811,"projectUrl":"project/right-start/9504942/","projectTitle":"Right Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764718642651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/belfasths-library"},{"teacherId":8857805,"projectId":9275315,"letterContent":"Being able to provide students access to different perspectives on our shared history in a fun, engaging format has added so much to my classroom. When students are in the \"what do I do now?\" mode, a grab three of the novels and say pick one! I am thinking of also creating some kind of incentive each time a student read one of the graphic novels and writes a short review to help their fellow students decide which ones might be interesting to them. \r\n\r\nWhile these graphic novels are not being used for direct instruction and their won't be grades connected to students' interactions with the text, they have provided one more window into history, and even if one student is able to grasp the experiences of people different from themselves through that text - it has meaning and value.\r\n\r\nTHANK YOU!!","fullyFundedDate":1750861081341,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-all-learners-with-historical-gr/9275315/","projectTitle":"Engaging All Learners with Historical Graphic Novels!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Van Carpels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8857805_orig.jpg?crop=764,764,x75,y190&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747391433511","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8857805"},{"teacherId":4813977,"projectId":9539254,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping to make Shakespeare more accessible to all readers, and less something that students try to avoid reading. \r\n\r\nThese authors have tried to break down barriers that often make the language feel distant or intimidating by reimagining his works in updated, modern forms. These adaptations allow every reader—whether new to Shakespeare or a longtime fan—to connect with the stories, themes, and emotions at the heart of his plays. \r\n\r\nShakespeare's voice continues to inspire and resonate across generations thanks to your creativity.","fullyFundedDate":1756560138789,"projectUrl":"project/no-fear-shakespeare/9539254/","projectTitle":"No Fear Shakespeare","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4813977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764718642651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/belfasths-library"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_65634","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":478,"numTeachers":38,"percentFrplEligible":50,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":88,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":3,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"12.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":64.1,"schoolId":65634,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Belfast Area High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Belfast Area High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maine/rsu-71/belfast-area-high-school/65634"}