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We are deeply grateful for your help in making this meaningful and engaging experience possible!","fullyFundedDate":1763481764213,"projectUrl":"project/mindful-munching-snacks-without-high-fr/9893671/","projectTitle":"Mindful Munching: Snacks Without High Fructose Corn Syrup","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bunch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9734837_orig.jpg?crop=2268,2268,x0,y453&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730464317757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-bunch"},{"teacherId":9734837,"projectId":9320597,"letterContent":"Thank you for believing in our students and giving them the tools to learn, imagine, and document the world in a new way. We are grateful.\r\n\r\nWhen the new Polaroid cameras arrived, my students were squealing with excitement. For many, this is their very first experience with creative tools like these. They are still learning how to use the cameras, but they've already been fascinated by the images they've captured, thus far. They are even more fascinated by capturing themselves and one another. You have also helped my students start recognizing their own beauty and learning how to become more confident in themselves. (This is extremely important for the age group that I am teaching.)\r\n\r\nThey're beginning to understand the unique power of instant film. They are starting to understand that each photo is one-of-a-kind and cannot be duplicated. We'll continue exploring this concept as we learn more about how Polaroid cameras work.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has allowed my students the opportunity to become storytellers, historians, and artists. Soon, they'll begin a project connected to our partnership with a local museum: choosing a painting or sculpture they love and recreating it through a Polaroid photograph. This blend of creativity, history, and hands-on exploration is opening doors for them and helping them see themselves as creators with important stories to tell.","fullyFundedDate":1756315665303,"projectUrl":"project/capturing-history-a-hands-on-polaroid-p/9320597/","projectTitle":"Capturing History: a Hands-On Polaroid Photography Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bunch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9734837_orig.jpg?crop=2268,2268,x0,y453&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730464317757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-bunch"},{"teacherId":184294,"projectId":9869571,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing these much-needed resources. The snacks have already made a big difference, helping students stay focused and energized during class, especially on days when we tackle longer readings. One of my favorite moments was watching their faces light up when they realized the snacks were available whenever they needed a little boost. I also introduced the stained glass kits, and the students are genuinely excited to explore this new artistic element. Your support has brought both comfort and creativity into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762312128953,"projectUrl":"project/hands-hearts-and-healing-art-for-ment/9869571/","projectTitle":"Hands, Hearts, and Healing: Art for Mental Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bridgemohan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp184294_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1505849138558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbridgemohan"},{"teacherId":184294,"projectId":9875737,"letterContent":"My students have been so excited to start using our new bookbinding materials! We began by folding and punching the holes, our next step will be to start stitching. Each student is now designing the cover for their very first handmade journal. One of my favorite moments was when they realized they would be creating real, fully bound books.\r\nThese materials have opened up a whole new world of creativity and confidence in our classroom, and we are so grateful for the support that made it possible.","fullyFundedDate":1762715399001,"projectUrl":"project/creating-books-for-mindfulness-and-expre/9875737/","projectTitle":"Creating Books for Mindfulness and Expression","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bridgemohan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp184294_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1505849138558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbridgemohan"},{"teacherId":9734837,"projectId":9651358,"letterContent":"Just when we were heading into the fourth quarter with almost no ink left, you stepped in like a true MVP and saved the game.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity. Every page we print helps students with disabilities and diverse learning needs level up their literacy and reading comprehension game. These resources are helping our students build confidence, independence, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nAs I continue learning new curricula and working to make each lesson accessible, your donation has been a game-changer. Schools sometimes run low on essential materials like worksheets and ink, but your support has empowered our classroom to stay self-sufficient—and to share with others when needed.\r\n\r\nOur students are taking their shot at success with hands-on lessons, visual supports, and materials that truly reflect their needs. You've helped us stay out of trouble and remain fully equipped to print the tools that keep our lessons flowing smoothly and our students fully engaged.\r\n\r\nMichael Jordan and Jordan Brand, you are the MVPs on the court and in the classroom. Your support helped us take a true slam dunk toward inclusive learning.","fullyFundedDate":1758202923246,"projectUrl":"project/ink-to-think-keep-learning-flowing/9651358/","projectTitle":"Ink to Think: Keep Learning Flowing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bunch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9734837_orig.jpg?crop=2268,2268,x0,y453&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730464317757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-bunch"},{"teacherId":184294,"projectId":9503386,"letterContent":"When our new supplies arrived, my students were so excited! The ELA posters immediately brightened up our classroom and have become great reference tools during reading and writing lessons. The little lamp makes our reading corner feel cozy and inviting, and the paper towels and cleaning supplies are keeping our space fresh and organized. These small additions have made a big difference in creating a comfortable and welcoming learning environment—thank you so much for supporting us and helping us get off to a great start!","fullyFundedDate":1754108199652,"projectUrl":"project/clean-colorful/9503386/","projectTitle":"Clean & Colorful","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bridgemohan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp184294_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1505849138558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbridgemohan"},{"teacherId":9734837,"projectId":9352975,"letterContent":"You have enhanced all of our lives.\r\n\r\nRemember how I dreamed of students telling me they are ready for class, with pencils, erasers, and other school supplies? Well, you made that dream come true! My students are now fully independent and have not asked me for a single school supply since building their Maslow's Toolbox. They are ready for each day, and that brings all of us peace. \r\n\r\nOur students face many challenges. However, this toolbox has provided so many solutions. This box has motivated students to be independent. Students no longer have to ask for anything, but understand that their tools are within reach. One of my favorite memories was when my students and I were annotating a reading passage. He shouted, \"I need a highlighter.\" But then he paused and realized, and said, \"Wait... I don't need to ask for that, I have it right here in my box.\"\r\n\r\nThere are so many problems our students face in their lives, but you are a big part of the solution, because my students are well-equipped to create solutions in one of the settings that matter most —the classroom. Your compassion, kindness, and consideration have made a tremendous impact on my students and me. You guys have helped my students continue to strengthen their organizational and executive functioning skills!\r\n\r\nThe confidence and beam that they had after building their toolboxes was contagious and refreshing. I am very thankful for all of you. You are the solution!","fullyFundedDate":1755795150241,"projectUrl":"project/maslows-toolbox-equipping-students-fro/9352975/","projectTitle":"Maslow’s Toolbox: Equipping Students From the Ground Up","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bunch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9734837_orig.jpg?crop=2268,2268,x0,y453&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730464317757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-bunch"},{"teacherId":8111255,"projectId":9128826,"letterContent":"Here's a polished donor thank-you letter draft for your \"Printing Pathways: Enhancing Learning for Multilingual Students\" project:\r\n\r\n⸻\r\n\r\nDear Donors,\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom now has access to a printer that is transforming how our multilingual learners engage with their work. In the past, many of our students had limited opportunities to see their writing, projects, and visuals come to life in print. Now, they can hold their work in their hands, annotate it, and share it proudly with peers and families. This tangible connection has been especially powerful for English Language Learners, who benefit from having printed scaffolds, translations, and graphic organizers to support their language development.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting aspects for students has been printing personalized bilingual resources that help them bridge their home language with English. For example, students at the entering and emerging levels have printed word banks and sentence frames they can reference throughout lessons. Meanwhile, our more advanced learners have created and printed essays, poems, and even bilingual newsletters to showcase their voices. Having their work printed makes learning feel more authentic and gives them a sense of accomplishment.\r\n\r\nWe have already seen students who were once hesitant to participate become more engaged, motivated, and confident. A few of our newcomers, who arrived this year with little English, now light up when they receive printed vocabulary lists or reading passages tailored to their needs. This project has not only enhanced access to resources but also boosted students' pride in their progress. Your support has truly made a difference in helping our multilingual learners succeed academically and feel valued in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746785605041,"projectUrl":"project/printing-pathways-enhancing-learning-fo/9128826/","projectTitle":"Printing Pathways: Enhancing Learning for Multilingual Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Caraballo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8111255_orig.jpg?crop=306,306,x13,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740490265346","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8111255"},{"teacherId":9734837,"projectId":9342524,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us bring structure, clarity, and empowerment into our routines. These tools are helping students build executive functioning skills, reduce anxiety, and step into their learning with more confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nFrom color-coded bins to timers, post-it notes, labels, and fresh ink, each item is helping create a more organized, supportive environment where students can focus, plan, and feel more in control of their learning. For many of my students—especially those with learning differences or who face systemic barriers—these tools are more than just supplies. They're daily reminders that they are seen, supported, and capable.\r\n\r\nWe're so grateful to share that the tools have arrived—and they are already making a meaningful difference in our classroom! Your generosity is felt every day. Thank you for being a part of our journey toward educational equity.","fullyFundedDate":1748693751275,"projectUrl":"project/representation-in-routine-tools-for-foc/9342524/","projectTitle":"Representation in Routine: Tools for Focus, Memory, and Equity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bunch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9734837_orig.jpg?crop=2268,2268,x0,y453&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730464317757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-bunch"},{"teacherId":184294,"projectId":9299969,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support in bringing our school garden to life! The new garden beds, fun decorations, and all the thoughtful touches you helped provide have truly made the space something special.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we now have a beautiful area where students, teachers, and families can connect with nature, learn together, and simply enjoy being outside. It's quickly becoming a great space to spend time in. Thank you for making this work possible. \r\n\r\nWe're so grateful for all you've done to help create a space our whole community can enjoy.","fullyFundedDate":1748000791970,"projectUrl":"project/promoting-wellness-in-our-school-garden/9299969/","projectTitle":"Promoting Wellness in Our School Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bridgemohan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp184294_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1505849138558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbridgemohan"},{"teacherId":184294,"projectId":9279973,"letterContent":"Your thoughtful contribution has transformed our garden into a more vibrant and inviting space. The colorful decorations have not only enhanced the beauty of our outdoor area but have also sparked joy and curiosity among our students. Students love seeing the pops of color in our school garden. \r\nThank you once again for your support and for making a lasting difference in our school community. Through your contributions, we are truly bringing our school garden to life. I look forward to continuing to build our garden space for our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1746448710892,"projectUrl":"project/decorating-our-garden-space/9279973/","projectTitle":"Decorating Our Garden Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bridgemohan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp184294_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1505849138558","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbridgemohan"},{"teacherId":8701060,"projectId":8587746,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of classroom supplies to our 7th-grade social studies classroom at. Your kindness has already made a significant impact on our students and their learning experience.\r\n\r\nWhen our students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They couldn't believe they had access to brand-new notebooks, art supplies, and colorful map resources. One student exclaimed, \"We're going to make the best projects ever!\" It was such a joy to witness their enthusiasm and anticipation for the work ahead.\r\n\r\nWe've already put these materials to great use. One of the first projects we tackled was creating a \"Participatory Budgeting Proposal Showcase,\" where students worked in groups to design realistic proposals for improving our school community. Using the donated supplies, they created detailed posters, graphs, and visual aids to present their ideas. Watching them take ownership of their learning and seeing their creativity shine was truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we are diving into a unit on U.S. government and civic participation. Students will use the remaining supplies to craft individual presentations about how different levels of government function and to debate proposed changes to our school policies. Your contribution has ensured that they have all the tools they need to succeed in these endeavors.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a part of our classroom journey. Your generosity not only provided essential resources but also reminded our students that there is a community rooting for their success. 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