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Many of them don't always have access to consistent healthy snacks at home, so seeing a variety of nutritious options felt both comforting and motivating. Several students immediately asked questions about vitamins, energy levels, and hydration, which led to meaningful discussions about how to take care of their minds and bodies.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, our next steps include a nutrition and wellness project where students will track how different foods affect their mood, focus, and stamina during class. They'll also create personal \"Healthy Habits Plans\" that connect nutrition, movement, and academic success. Your support has already sparked curiosity and confidence in students and it's helping them build lifelong habits that extend far beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1723255630293,"projectUrl":"project/snackin-in-8th/8603635/","projectTitle":"Snackin' in 8th","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fergiels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4661081_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y39&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678142001544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4661081"},{"teacherId":4661081,"projectId":8559561,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has a calming collection of mindfulness tools and psychology themed books that are already transforming our learning environment. These resources allow students to build essential skills such as emotional regulation, stress management, and self-awareness skills that support not only reading and academics but their overall well-being.\r\n\r\nWith these new materials, reading in our classroom has shifted into a more reflective and meaningful experience. Students choose from books that explore emotions, the brain, resilience, and mental health, and we pair these texts with mindfulness breaks, breathing routines, and quiet reflection time. This combination has helped students slow down, stay present, and engage more deeply with what they are reading.\r\n\r\nSome of our students who normally struggle with focus or anxiety have especially embraced the mindfulness tools and psychology books. They gravitate toward the calm corner with a book in hand, using the sensory items to regulate before diving into a chapter. One student recently shared that reading about how the brain works \"made school feel less stressful\" because they understood themselves better. These small but powerful moments of connection are exactly what your donation made possible.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just fund materials. It helped create a space where students feel safe, grounded, and eager to learn. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact on their academic and emotional growth.","fullyFundedDate":1723467987068,"projectUrl":"project/better-head-space-in-ap-psych/8559561/","projectTitle":"Better Head Space in AP Psych","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fergiels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4661081_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y39&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678142001544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4661081"},{"teacherId":8567834,"projectId":8005182,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my Pre-AP World History and AP African American Studies students are experiencing history in a new, hands-on way. The laminator, folders, and creative supplies have made it possible for students to build reusable timelines, primary source stations, and collaborative projects that we can display and revisit throughout the year. What once felt like just words on a page is now coming alive in front of them.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students has been seeing their work valued and showcased. They love using the bright construction paper, markers, and butcher paper to create murals and maps that are now laminated and proudly displayed around our classroom. When they walk in and see their projects preserved and hanging alongside posters of leaders like Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, Ella Fitzgerald, and Duke Ellington, they immediately feel a stronger connection to the history they're studying. Representation and creativity are working hand-in-hand to inspire them.\r\n\r\nOne student who often struggled to stay engaged has become one of the most enthusiastic contributors since we started using the reusable dry erase cards for group debates. He told me it made him feel like his ideas were \"part of the conversation.\" Another group of students said creating large-scale maps with the geography resources helped them \"finally see where history happened.\" These moments show that your support is not just about supplies—it's about giving students confidence, ownership, and pride in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1699380354273,"projectUrl":"project/the-early-modern-period/8005182/","projectTitle":"The Early Modern Period","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tucker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8567834_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661909391795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8567834"},{"teacherId":9371466,"projectId":8039652,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding our theater program for VVA at Equipo Academy!!! Though my time was short at Equipo, the impact of your donation was extremely appreciated. My kiddos were excited to be wearing the mics as they had their scenes on stage. Sell and have snacks during rehearsals and during production days, and most of all they felt that people still loved and supported the arts!\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for taking the chance on Vegas Vox Actors at Equipo Academy! As i start a new journey at a new school, I hope that you continue to support the arts because these kids need it. There are so many kids out there that have the drive and the passion and the love for the arts. So again thank you for supporting the arts in the Chapters of Vegas Vox Actors at Equipo Academy.","fullyFundedDate":1700607489053,"projectUrl":"project/vegas-vox-actors/8039652/","projectTitle":"Vegas Vox Actors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Romero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371466_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700524025221","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371466"},{"teacherId":9576969,"projectId":8729406,"letterContent":"Wow—thank you so much for making this project happen! When my students first saw the new art supplies, their eyes lit up like it was a holiday. They couldn't wait to dive in, and honestly, I've never seen them this eager to get started on a project.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, especially those learning English or adjusting to a new country, art has become a way to express themselves when words don't always come easily. A few students have been using sketching as a way to de-stress. It's been incredible to watch them open up, share their stories, and build confidence through creativity.\r\n\r\nWith everything going on in the world right now, having this creative outlet means so much. It's more than just art—it's a way for them to process, connect, and feel seen. And that's all because of you.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for giving them this space to express themselves. Your kindness has made such a difference, and we are beyond grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1725864675987,"projectUrl":"project/expressing-through-art-supporting-immig/8729406/","projectTitle":"Expressing Through Art: Supporting Immigrant and English Learners' Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9576969"},{"teacherId":9576969,"projectId":8567304,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generosity in supporting our Mental Health and Social-Emotional Well-Being in High School project. Because of you, my students now have access to resources that help them navigate the ups and downs of high school life—and let me tell you, it's already making a difference.\r\n\r\nThe first time they saw the new materials, there was this mix of curiosity and excitement. One student flipped through a mindfulness journal and said, \"Wait... so we get to use these?\" Another grabbed a stress-relief tool and consistently uses them every day. But beyond the laughs, there was a real sense of relief—like they finally had permission to pause, breathe, and take care of themselves.\r\n\r\nSince then, we've been making these resources a part of our daily routine. We start class with reflection prompts that get students thinking about their emotions in a way they usually don't in school. Brain breaks and mindfulness activities have become a favorite—one student even told me, \"I never realized how much I needed this until now.\" These small moments are adding up, creating a classroom culture where students feel supported not just academically, but as people.\r\n\r\nAnd this is just the beginning. We're planning to dive deeper into emotional resilience, stress management, and self-care strategies that students can carry with them for life. Thanks to you, they have tools that make that possible.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, and on behalf of my students—thank you. 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