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The rolling laptop desk has made it much easier for me to move around the room and give instructions, allowing me to better support my students during lessons.\r\nHaving a laminator and the ability to laminate materials has been such a huge help, now I can create durable resources that last all year long. Printing worksheets on colored paper has also added a touch of excitement and variety that students really enjoy. The cleaning supplies, including the wipes, Lysol, Febreze, and sweeper help keep our classroom fresh, organized, and healthy. The hands-on globe has made social studies lessons come alive.\r\nThe snacks have been a great way to keep students energized during our busy days, and they absolutely love playing Uno during free time. Each item you provided has made a meaningful difference in our classroom community. Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and support in helping create a space where students can learn, grow, and thrive every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1760803130886,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-classroom-help-bring-our-te/9635981/","projectTitle":"Support Our Classroom- Help Bring Our Teacher WishList to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taree Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9868673_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733724756182","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9868673"},{"teacherId":9868673,"projectId":9534820,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous contributions to my classroom projects. Your support has made a big difference in keeping our learning environment clean and welcoming. With the Clorox wipes, we're able to keep our tables and supplies spotless, and the fresh scent helps create a pleasant space for everyone. The students also love having the board games available for indoor recess, they bring so much joy and laughter to our classroom on rainy days!\r\n\r\nBecause we have an early lunch, the snacks you helped provide have been a huge help in keeping students focused and energized throughout the day. Having highlighters readily available at each table has also been a game-changer; students can easily mark important information in their texts, which makes our reading lessons much more effective. Lastly, our new working pencil sharpener has made daily routines run so much smoother, no more interruptions or frustration over broken pencils!\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. Your support has truly helped create a cleaner, happier, and more productive learning environment for all of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1755690152985,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-for-back-to-school/9534820/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials for Back to School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taree Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9868673_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733724756182","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9868673"},{"teacherId":9310171,"projectId":9602573,"letterContent":"My students are excited about having a cleaner classroom, and many have taken ownership of helping keep our space tidy. They've learned responsibility by wiping down their work areas before and after activities. What surprises them most is how such a simple item can make such a big impact on our classroom community. Several students who are particularly health-conscious have expressed genuine appreciation for the extra effort we can now put into keeping our learning space clean and safe.\r\n\r\nSeveral students are especially enjoying the responsibility that comes with these new supplies. One student has become our \"clean team captain\" and reminds peers to wipe down materials after group work. Another student, who is very health-conscious, has expressed genuine relief and gratitude that we can now keep high-touch surfaces clean throughout the day. Your donation has shown my students that you care about their health and well-being, and they've learned valuable lessons about taking care of their shared space.","fullyFundedDate":1755690629472,"projectUrl":"project/wipe-away-the-worries/9602573/","projectTitle":"Wipe Away the Worries","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Eriel Solomon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9310171_orig.jpg?crop=1791,1791,x524,y308&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695942357288","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-e-solomon"},{"teacherId":9310171,"projectId":9251223,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of for our classroom! Having these essentials readily available has made an incredible difference in maintaining a clean and healthy learning environment for my students. The wipes allow us to quickly sanitize desks, tables, and shared materials throughout the day, which is especially important as students work together on group projects and hands-on activities.\r\nMy students are excited about having a cleaner classroom, and many have taken ownership of helping keep our space tidy. They've learned responsibility by wiping down their work areas before and after activities. What surprises them most is how such a simple item can make such a big impact on our classroom community. Several students who are particularly health-conscious have expressed genuine appreciation for the extra effort we can now put into keeping our learning space clean and safe.","fullyFundedDate":1746583811841,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/9251223/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Eriel Solomon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9310171_orig.jpg?crop=1791,1791,x524,y308&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695942357288","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-e-solomon"},{"teacherId":8963181,"projectId":9702055,"letterContent":"Thank you once again for your generous support, which has made a significant impact on my scholars, our school, and me. I am truly honored to receive your donation in support of the students I serve. I understand that asking parents for contributions can be a substantial burden for some families; therefore, your kindness has truly transformed our program.\r\n\r\nMany of my students do not have access to technology at home, and the headphones you provided allow them to use their tablets during our sessions. This enables them to complete assignments from other classes and participate in their intervention sessions. I have attached photos of two scholars who have shown remarkable improvements, and both are very grateful for your thoughtful gift.\r\n\r\nI appreciate your support for my \"Intervention\" scholars. Your contribution allowed them to work without distractions, enabling them to focus better and stay on task. \r\nThank you once again for making this possible for my scholars, our school, and me.","fullyFundedDate":1758231128446,"projectUrl":"project/focused-production/9702055/","projectTitle":"Focused Production","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8963181_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y160&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734013276130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8963181"},{"teacherId":6612103,"projectId":9056210,"letterContent":"This project has truly transformed our school community by sparking a new culture of tech enthusiasm and curiosity. Through the integration of robotics, coding, and hands-on STEM challenges, students are not only learning about technology but also using it as a tool to think critically, solve problems, and collaborate creatively. Many of our students now see themselves as innovators, engineers, and creators, developing both confidence and curiosity in the process.\r\n\r\nThe new technology and resources have been game changers in our classrooms. Our students are especially excited about working with the robots. They've embraced every challenge, from building and programming to competing in friendly competitions. The STEM books have also provided an excellent foundation, helping students connect what they learn in class to real-world innovation and careers in technology.\r\n\r\nThe excitement has even extended beyond the school day. Our afterschool club has grown to nearly 50 members, and our new drone team won 2nd place in competition a testament to their dedication and growing skills. We also hosted a district-wide STEAM Expo where students proudly showcased their projects and learning journeys. The joy on their faces and the pride in their voices made it clear: this project has not only taught them about technology but has inspired them to dream bigger and see endless possibilities for their future.","fullyFundedDate":1741024050261,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-future-innovators-through-comp/9056210/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Future Innovators Through Computer Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hannon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6612103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760429488241","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/chala-hannon"},{"teacherId":5475964,"projectId":9391101,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generosity and belief in my scholars. Because of your support, our classroom has been transformed into a more dynamic, engaging, and supportive STEM environment. The resources you funded desktop computer, MacBook laptop, and classroom snacks have made a lasting difference in both learning and motivation for my students. These materials have created a STEM and Robotics culture at DAAS that invaluable. I'm very grateful for these materials, they nice","fullyFundedDate":1749059741089,"projectUrl":"project/stem-uni/9391101/","projectTitle":"STEM UNI","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Nellum","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5475964"},{"teacherId":10004212,"projectId":9278189,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Watch Curiosity Grow! The excitement in our classroom was contagious the moment the new science tools arrived. My students couldn't believe the materials were for them. They were so eager to dive in—touching, testing, and exploring everything from magnifying glasses to specimen viewers. One student held up a bug viewer and said, \"This is what real scientists use!\" That spark of wonder was exactly what I hoped for.\r\n\r\nWe've already used the tools in a unit on plant life cycles, and the difference has been incredible. Instead of just reading about roots and stems, students planted seeds, used their new tools to observe growth up close, and recorded daily changes in their science journals. They took real ownership of their learning, asking thoughtful questions and making detailed observations. It was amazing to see their curiosity take off just by having the right tools in their hands.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be exploring habitats and animal adaptations, and the students are already brainstorming what they want to investigate next. Thanks to you, science in our classroom has become something they do—not just something they read about. Your generosity has planted seeds of curiosity that are already beginning to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1746470579800,"projectUrl":"project/watch-curiosity-grow-hands-on-tools-for/9278189/","projectTitle":"Watch Curiosity Grow: Hands-On Tools for Young Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10004212_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745866298780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10004212"},{"teacherId":10004212,"projectId":9368792,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of Standing Up for STEM! Your contribution has made a direct and lasting impact in our classroom by helping us create an environment where students can explore science, technology, engineering, and math in a more engaging, hands-on way. When the new materials and flexible seating arrived, the excitement was immediate—students couldn't wait to dive into their next STEM challenge. One student said, \"It feels like a real lab now!\" We've used the new resources to launch a series of collaborative STEM projects that emphasize design thinking and problem-solving.","fullyFundedDate":1747970907436,"projectUrl":"project/standing-up-for-stem/9368792/","projectTitle":"Standing Up for STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10004212_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745866298780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10004212"},{"teacherId":10004212,"projectId":9376709,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting HydroTech: Cultivating Future Scientists Through Innovation! Because of your generosity, my students are now exploring the fascinating world of hydroponics—many for the very first time. When the hydroponic systems and materials arrived, students were instantly intrigued. \"Wait—we're growing plants without dirt?\" one student asked, eyes wide. That sense of wonder has only grown as they've taken ownership of this hands-on learning experience.\r\n\r\nWe've turned part of our classroom into a mini-lab, where students are actively building and maintaining hydroponic systems. They've been testing how different variables—like light, water pH, and nutrient levels—affect plant growth. Each group is responsible for monitoring their plants, collecting data, and making real-time decisions based on their observations. One standout moment came when a group noticed their lettuce plants wilting and quickly adjusted the water flow to fix the issue. The pride they felt when the plants bounced back was unforgettable—and a true lesson in scientific thinking and perseverance.\r\n\r\nNext, students will design their own small-scale hydroponic projects, using what they've learned to experiment with sustainable food-growing methods. Some are even brainstorming ways to bring these systems home or expand them for our school garden. Thanks to you, they're not only learning about plant biology—they're thinking like engineers, problem-solvers, and future innovators.","fullyFundedDate":1749134977215,"projectUrl":"project/hydrotech-cultivating-future-scientists/9376709/","projectTitle":"HydroTech: Cultivating Future Scientists Through Innovation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10004212_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745866298780","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10004212"},{"teacherId":10004212,"projectId":9266674,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, Science in Their Hands: Fueling Future Thinkers has truly come to life in our classroom. When the new materials arrived, the students were buzzing with excitement—they couldn't believe these resources were just for them! From the first moment they opened the kits and supplies, their eyes lit up with curiosity and eagerness. One student exclaimed, \"This is like a science lab in our own classroom!\" That moment alone made it clear how powerful your contribution is.\r\n\r\nWe've already begun using the materials in a hands-on unit about energy and motion. Students worked in teams to build simple machines using the kits you helped provide. They tested hypotheses, made real-time observations, and collaborated like true scientists. One particularly memorable moment was when a group successfully built a functioning catapult—after multiple redesigns and problem-solving discussions. Watching them cheer and high-five after launching their test object was priceless!\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we're diving into a new STEM challenge where students will design eco-friendly prototypes to solve real-world problems. These next steps are only possible because of you. 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