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They are hungry, growing 5th-Graders, and they look forward to snack time even more now that there are options, and that is such an amazing feeling. It is all thanks to you, the donors! \r\n\r\nI also have a student with a severe allergy, so the types of snacks we can have within the classroom are fairly limited, making our options even fewer, but knowing we have more options now is amazing! \r\n\r\nMy own monthly budget also thanks you. I was spending money from my own pocket to purchase snacks for my class, knowing that food is a nonnegotiable for my students, so I am extremely grateful for that as well!","fullyFundedDate":1767710653183,"projectUrl":"project/feed-my-body-to-fuel-my-brain/9696864/","projectTitle":"Feed My Body to Fuel My Brain!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dremmel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10190641"},{"teacherId":7139691,"projectId":9935265,"letterContent":"If you are able to see the photos I have submitted, you can see how your generosity has impacted my students! They are enjoying their flashlights and reading buddies so much! Yesterday they helped me get the flashlights ready to use and couldn't wait to get started. Thank you so much for adding fun and coziness to our reading! My goal is to make reading a positive and enjoyable experience so my students will want to continue to read. The practice of reading increases comprehension and makes students better readers over time. Thank you for being an important part of this!","fullyFundedDate":1767201013771,"projectUrl":"project/shine-a-little-light/9935265/","projectTitle":"Shine a Little Light!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kleefeld","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7139691_orig.jpg?crop=900,900,x0,y201&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594945394064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7139691"},{"teacherId":6171900,"projectId":9853300,"letterContent":"I am a STEM teacher working with students as young as Kindergarten. My students learn best through play and intentional experiences. 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We have been using the clipboards regularly during math time and especially during our fun graphing unit as we got to venture out of the classroom as we surveyed students around the school collecting data for our bar graphs. This opportunity in part turned into presenting our research and being active in school improvement efforts. 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These materials have transformed indoor recess into a time where students can build, design, and explore their own ideas rather than feeling restricted by limited options. The supplies support social development, student voice, and hands-on learning, helping students feel more comfortable and confident in their new environment while making recess both engaging and purposeful.","fullyFundedDate":1758761774924,"projectUrl":"project/3d-printer-exploration/9689335/","projectTitle":"3D Printer Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kummet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6830876"},{"teacherId":6830876,"projectId":9764894,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us bring a STEM 3D printer into our classroom! Having a 3D printer of our own has transformed how students engage with engineering and design. Each week, a different student takes on the responsibility of learning how to program the printer, prepare it for use, and safely clean and remove finished items. This hands-on experience builds real-world STEM skills such as problem-solving, sequencing, and technical responsibility.\r\n\r\nStudents are excited to see their digital designs come to life, and the printer has inspired curiosity, creativity, and confidence in STEM learning. Your generosity has provided our students with an incredible opportunity to explore innovation in an authentic and meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1759541299569,"projectUrl":"project/3-d-printer-of-our-own/9764894/","projectTitle":"3-D Printer of our Own","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kummet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6830876"},{"teacherId":6830876,"projectId":9689497,"letterContent":"Moving to a new school and a new grade level, my students initially had limited opportunities to engage in the creative design process during recess. With the addition of our indoor recess supplies, students now have meaningful choices that encourage creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving. These materials have transformed indoor recess into a time where students can build, design, and explore their own ideas rather than feeling restricted by limited options. The supplies support social development, student voice, and hands-on learning, helping students feel more comfortable and confident in their new environment while making recess both engaging and purposeful.","fullyFundedDate":1758307020184,"projectUrl":"project/stem-supplies-for-inside-recess/9689497/","projectTitle":"STEM Supplies for Inside Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kummet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6830876"},{"teacherId":9751232,"projectId":9481854,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom rug project. Your donation is helping us create a warm, welcoming space where students can come together for morning meetings, storytelling, whole-class lessons, and collaborative activities. Having a defined gathering area helps students feel a strong sense of belonging and keeps them engaged, organized, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom will have a cozy, structured environment that supports both academic growth and community building. The rugs provide a comfortable alternative to desks and chairs, encouraging flexible seating, movement, and hands-on learning. More than just a classroom item, these rugs will help boost focus, strengthen social skills, and promote positive behavior. We are truly grateful for your kindness and investment in our students' learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1759086631861,"projectUrl":"project/unroll-the-fun/9481854/","projectTitle":"Unroll the Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Zuehlke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9751232_orig.png?crop=138,138,x5,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726518669389","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9751232"},{"teacherId":7139691,"projectId":9670911,"letterContent":"Your generous support to our classroom has been an important part of building community in our classroom! We are so grateful for the supplies that we received. \r\n\r\nThe daily questions help us get to know each other better. My students are realizing that they have a voice and their thoughts matter to others. The greeting supplies are helping them feel included and that they belong in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing into our classroom community through Donors Choose. I am grateful for a community of people who want to see my students grow and succeed in school!","fullyFundedDate":1759634795904,"projectUrl":"project/good-morning-friend/9670911/","projectTitle":"Good Morning, Friend!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kleefeld","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7139691_orig.jpg?crop=900,900,x0,y201&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594945394064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7139691"},{"teacherId":9751232,"projectId":9733548,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Rocks and Minerals project! 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