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My students will gather around the easel pads to brainstorm ideas and use the sequencing tiles to piece together their first big stories.\r\n\r\nYou have helped turn writing from a chore into a creative adventure!","fullyFundedDate":1764792102449,"projectUrl":"project/building-better-writers-from-sequence-t/9904369/","projectTitle":"Building Better Writers: From Sequence to Sentences","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp222202_orig.jpg?crop=1280,1280,x0,y162&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692107488130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-l-nelson"},{"teacherId":222202,"projectId":9842117,"letterContent":"I want to express my sincere gratitude for your support of our classroom project. My students are bright, curious learners who face unique challenges as they work to master English while exploring the world around them. Thanks to your generosity, we now have the tools to make learning both meaningful and exciting.\r\nThe supplies you provided—bottled water, drink mix packets, water investigation books, and STEM workbooks—will allow my students to dive into hands-on experiments that spark curiosity and build confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1764613641166,"projectUrl":"project/making-a-splash-in-stem-learning/9842117/","projectTitle":"Making a Splash in STEM Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp222202_orig.jpg?crop=1280,1280,x0,y162&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692107488130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-l-nelson"},{"teacherId":9899555,"projectId":9826006,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project. It has helped immensely with the food insecurity that our students face each day. Especially with the recent government shutdown that resulted in SNAP benefits being withheld, many of our students were arriving to school hungry and did not have options for an afternoon snack, either. \r\n\r\nThese food items have allowed our students to have a variety of options and practice the self-advocacy skills needed to make a choice for a preferred snack choice. Having students with moderate-to-severe disabilities, having options has helped to alleviate potential behaviors, as they are not limited to only one or two items to choose from.\r\n\r\nYour support does not go unnoticed and has been a great impact in the comfort and safety that our students feel when they walk into our room. Thank you so very much!","fullyFundedDate":1763494150234,"projectUrl":"project/full-bellies-and-ready-minds/9826006/","projectTitle":"Full Bellies and Ready Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCourt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9899555_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x266,y76&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737566646249","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9899555"},{"teacherId":8496320,"projectId":9865102,"letterContent":"Thank You for Making a Difference in Our Classroom!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! Your contribution allowed us to provide snacks that became an exciting part of our independent work time where students sometimes have a hard time focusing. When the materials arrived, the students were thrilled! Their excitement sparked an uptick in their work ethic. Your kindness has helped turn something as simple as independent work, into a meaningful learning experience. We couldn't have done it without you!","fullyFundedDate":1763494115962,"projectUrl":"project/bite-sized-brilliance-snacks-for-super/9865102/","projectTitle":"Bite-Sized Brilliance: Snacks for Super Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8496320_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y153&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655087599317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8496320"},{"teacherId":222202,"projectId":9784497,"letterContent":"I wanted to express my deepest gratitude for fully funding our classroom \"fuel station\" project. As an elementary teacher, I see every day how difficult it is for some of my students to focus when they're fighting hunger. It truly breaks my heart to watch a child struggle to concentrate when what they really need is just a quick, healthy snack. Your generous gift enables us to take away that barrier to learning for many children. We'll be able to discreetly roll out our cart full of healthy, individually wrapped snacks—a consistent source of energy—ensuring that every single student has the fuel they need to tackle the day's lessons without worry.","fullyFundedDate":1763494145647,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-station-a-cart-full-of-caring/9784497/","projectTitle":"Fueling Station: A Cart Full of Caring","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp222202_orig.jpg?crop=1280,1280,x0,y162&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692107488130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-l-nelson"},{"teacherId":9454275,"projectId":9474755,"letterContent":"The words \"Thank you\" do not quite seem like enough to show our gratitude for your generous donation. Our project, \"Music Mart\", started as a way to keep our room clean and cut down on absences but it has turned into something far better: Students are taking pride in themselves and in our classroom, learning important life skills, and are seeing there are a lot more aspects that go into their learning other than their books. Every teacher and every class on our campus can utilize the materials you donated for years to come. 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Giving children the tools to regulate their emotions is the foundation for all academic success. This is most important for my non-verbal autistic students who struggle with communication daily. They will definitely benefit from the classroom calming corner. Thank you for investing in the well-being and brightest future of every single child in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762870606337,"projectUrl":"project/the-calm-before-the-storm-or-after/9873731/","projectTitle":"The Calm Before the Storm (or After)","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp222202_orig.jpg?crop=1280,1280,x0,y162&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692107488130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-l-nelson"},{"teacherId":8914973,"projectId":9337322,"letterContent":"The resources in this project have allowed my students and I to explore math, technology, and sciencein ways that were previously not possible. These resources have provided hands-on learning opportunities, enabling students to engage with complex concepts in a more interactive and meaningful manner. This has significantly enhanced their understanding and fostered a deeper appreciation for these subjects.\r\n\r\nThis approach has not only deepened their knowledge but also sparked curiosity and creativity, encouraging them to ask questions and explore solutions independently. By integrating these resources into our curriculum, students are better prepared to tackle real-world challenges with confidence and critical thinking.","fullyFundedDate":1755704753471,"projectUrl":"project/science-technology-engineering-arts/9337322/","projectTitle":"Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mcallister","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8914973_orig.jpg?crop=611,611,x0,y67&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762853619970","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8914973"},{"teacherId":8914973,"projectId":9336675,"letterContent":"The resources in this project have allowed my students and I to explore technology and develop their skills in a way that is both engaging and meaningful. Through this project, they have engaged in creative and collaborative activities that enhance their understanding of music and movement. This has deepened their appreciation for the art form but also fostered teamwork and individual growth. This experience has allowed them to connect with music on a personal level, fostering creativity and critical thinking. It has also provided opportunities for self-expression and exploration, helping them build confidence and develop a lifelong appreciation for the power of music in their lives.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were immediately drawn to the vibrant and diverse resources. The materials sparked curiosity and excitement, encouraging them to explore new musical concepts and techniques. 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This has not only deepened their appreciation for the art form but also fostered a sense of teamwork and individual growth. This experience has allowed them to connect with music on a personal level, fostering creativity and critical thinking. It has also provided opportunities for self-expression and exploration, helping them build confidence and develop a lifelong appreciation for the power of music in their lives.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials they were immediately drawn to the vibrant and diverse resources. The materials sparked curiosity and excitement, encouraging them to explore new musical concepts and techniques. 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Once they have ten they can spend them on items from the shop. \r\n\r\nThese items have kept them motivated and they get excited when new items are added to the shop. \r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my students and helping them to realize that hard work pays off. Being able to stock my shop with nicer items and a larger variety keeps the students motivated to earn as many tickets as they can. 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