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Thank you for helping us create a learning space where students feel at home and inspired.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1764203899048,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-corner/9828586/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Corner!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Calli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9008460"},{"teacherId":9008460,"projectId":9574267,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your \r\ngenerous support. Your contribution made it possible for us to provide string lights and student prizes—items that may seem small, but created a big and meaningful impact in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe string lights transformed our environment into a warm, welcoming space where students feel calm, focused, and excited to learn. Many students have commented that the new atmosphere helps them concentrate and makes the space feel like a place they want to be.\r\n\r\nThe prizes you helped fund have also been incredibly motivating. Students are working harder, showing more perseverance, and celebrating their achievements with pride. These rewards have encouraged positive behavior, boosted confidence, and helped build a strong sense of community in our space. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a real difference in our students' daily experience. Thank you for believing in them and helping create a brighter, more inspiring space for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1759343674276,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-to-be-successful/9574267/","projectTitle":"Supplies to Be Successful","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Calli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9008460"},{"teacherId":10042626,"projectId":9547079,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generous donations to the Gaming Through Time Club! As a result of your donations, we are able to have comfortable and powered up gaming stations! The club is the single best part of my school day and I am having a pretty great year! It sets a positive tone for the day when the kids get to start each morning with breakfast and games! We recently got a foosball table donated as well and it has been amazing to see the kiddos having so much fun and playing together so nicely! \r\n\r\nIt has also built bonds between the sixth, seventh and eighth graders at my school, who previously barely spent any time together. Now, my eighth graders get to be the leaders and the kids who the younger kiddos look up to, and they are a great bunch to look up to! Thank you again for your generous donations and have a great Thanksgiving!","fullyFundedDate":1755808044052,"projectUrl":"project/gaming-through-time-club/9547079/","projectTitle":"Gaming Through Time Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Plummer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10042626_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y464&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754511764129","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10042626"},{"teacherId":10042626,"projectId":9546962,"letterContent":"The materials you provided have helped me start the year with the routines and strategies I need to make a clean and successful classroom. Since we have a plethora of pencils I can have a student be the official pencil passer and have them distribute and collect pencils to students who need them. The wipes have helped me keep the classroom as clean as possible, and since I have a stash allows me to not have to go into the school supplies, losing my preparation time every time I run out! The headphones have allowed me to let kids be able to listen to music while working, which has definitely kept them on task!\r\n\r\nThe glue sticks are going to be vital for our end of the year civics project where students have to identify an issue in their community and outline how they are going to fix it! These projects often require glue for making trifold posters with their strategies! 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Because of you, my students have access to engaging, high-interest texts that spark curiosity, build background knowledge, and make mythology come alive.\r\n\r\nThese books have helped students strengthen their reading skills while researching gods and goddesses to use as inspriation for creating a new character and writing a narrative. \r\n\r\nYour donation sends the powerful message to my students that their learning matters and that people in the community believe in them. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness, generosity, and commitment to supporting education. You truly made a difference for us.","fullyFundedDate":1759493788690,"projectUrl":"project/greeking-out-about-books/9624886/","projectTitle":"Greeking Out about Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5686100_orig.jpg?crop=677,677,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692800008175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/theteachie"},{"teacherId":5686100,"projectId":9532806,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation to our classroom. Your support has made a tremendous difference in creating a positive, engaging, and well-equipped learning environment for all of us. \r\n\r\nYour kindness has given our students now have the supplies they need to stay focused, organized, and excited about learning each day. Something as simple as having new pencils, highlighters, and sticky notes might seem small, but it truly transforms the learning experience. When students have the supplies they need, they take pride in their work, stay more engaged, and feel a stronger sense of responsibility for their learning. \r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, our students are better prepared to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1755730979326,"projectUrl":"project/gearing-up-for-greatness/9532806/","projectTitle":"Gearing up for Greatness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5686100_orig.jpg?crop=677,677,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692800008175","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/theteachie"},{"teacherId":9611438,"projectId":9369886,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support in providing our classroom with a wonderful collection of graphic novels. Your donation has made an incredible difference for my students! I wish you could see the way the books you provided flew off the shelves as soon as we unboxed them! \r\n\r\nSince receiving these books, I have seen a remarkable transformation in my classroom. Students who once struggled to stay engaged or hesitated to pick up a book are now reading eagerly and independently. The graphic novels have made reading feel accessible, exciting, and fun. This boost in engagement and confidence will hopefully carry into other areas of their academic lives as well.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping foster a love of reading in students who are now discovering that books can truly be for everyone. Your generosity has empowered my students to see themselves as readers—and that is a gift that will last far beyond this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1755732282807,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novel-library/9369886/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novel Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Louis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9611438_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722121433334","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9611438"},{"teacherId":9611438,"projectId":9368960,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generosity in helping me restock my hygiene cabinet. Because of your support, my middle school students now have the things they need to feel safe and supported in my room. This allows them to not only take pride in their appearance, but in how they show up as a learner. \r\n\r\nThe supplies you provided—wipes, soap, paper towels, toothbrushes, hairbrushes —have made a tremendous difference. I have a small organizer in my classroom, and students are able to help themselves to whatever they need without having to ask. I truly believe this has helped to bring a sense of trust and respect between my 7th graders and I. \r\n\r\nAs far as the cleaning supplies, each student has a classroom job, and they use these materials daily to help keep our space clean, organized, and welcoming. Whether it's wiping down desks, sanitizing shared materials, or restocking supplies, my students take ownership of their responsibilities with pride and teamwork.\r\n\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly brightened our classroom. 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Girls would frequently ask when we would be able to do flips and tricks, and I had to turn them down. Now, with this cheer mat, our students can learn proper techniques, build confidence, and focus on teamwork without fear of injury. The excitement on their faces when we unrolled the mat for the first time was unforgettable!\r\n\r\nYour kindness has not only improved safety but has also inspired our students to strive for excellence. You've helped us create an environment where our cheerleaders can grow both athletically and personally.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful difference in our school community. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on our students for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1753397363621,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-cheer-safely/9368927/","projectTitle":"Help Us Cheer Safely!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Louis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9611438_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722121433334","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9611438"},{"teacherId":9611438,"projectId":9368823,"letterContent":"You have made a huge impact in just a few short weeks! We just finished cheerleading tryouts and the girls were so excited to open the boxes and check out their new uniforms. I wish you could have seen the excitement on their faces. Thanks to your help, every student on our team will get pom poms and a cheer skirt at no cost. \r\n\r\nFor many of our students, this will be their first time wearing a team uniform—a moment that will bring excitement, pride, and a sense of belonging. They will not step onto the court and into school events with renewed school pride, knowing that others believe in them and their potential.\r\n\r\nThank you for not only meeting a need, but for helping our students feel seen, valued, and empowered. Your kindness reminds them that there are people who care about their growth and success—both on and off the field.","fullyFundedDate":1752447511802,"projectUrl":"project/cheerleaders-need-uniforms/9368823/","projectTitle":"Cheerleaders Need Uniforms","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Louis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9611438_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722121433334","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9611438"},{"teacherId":10189812,"projectId":9624708,"letterContent":"When my students first saw the new art supplies, their faces absolutely lit up. The excitement in the room was contagious students were passing around sketchbooks, markers, and paints, talking about all the things they wanted to create. Many of them said it was the first time they had access to such high-quality art materials. That moment reminded me how powerful creativity can be in helping students express themselves and feel proud of their work.\r\n\r\nWe've already put the supplies to great use during our weekly art enrichment projects. Students have been designing \"My Superpowers\" posters, illustrating their strengths and goals, and creating SEL-inspired artwork to hang around the classroom. One group even started a mini \"art club\" during free time, sharing ideas and teaching each other new techniques. These materials have helped my students connect, collaborate, and find joy in learning again.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to integrate these art supplies into our social-emotional learning lessons. Students will be creating visual journals that combine art and reflection, helping them explore topics like confidence, teamwork, and perseverance. Because of your generosity, our classroom has become a place where creativity and self-expression thrive. Thank you for giving my students the tools to dream, create, and believe in themselves.","fullyFundedDate":1755705940706,"projectUrl":"project/creating-bright-futures-through-art/9624708/","projectTitle":"Creating Bright Futures Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thom","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10189812"},{"teacherId":9008460,"projectId":9594687,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous donation to our space! The new computer keyboard has already made a huge difference to help support writing reports for our students. The Keurig has been a wonderful addition for keeping us fueled during long days, and the pens and files are helping us stay organized and ready to learn. The toys have also brought a spark of joy and creativity to our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us create a space that is both productive and inspiring. 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