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The colorful borders help define our displays, making them visually appealing and organized, while the letters allow us to clearly label learning goals, showcase student work, and highlight important concepts.\r\nThese materials help us celebrate our students and their accomplishments. With your donated borders and letters, we are able to proudly display student writing, artwork, math strategies, and science projects. When students see their work displayed neatly and attractively, it builds confidence and a sense of pride. They feel valued and recognized, which encourages them to put forth their best effort every day. Your donations help create an environment where students feel motivated to learn and excited to share their growth.\r\nIn addition, the bulletin board letters allow us to clearly communicate classroom expectations, learning targets, and important reminders. Students benefit from seeing information displayed in a clear and accessible way. It supports visual learners, reinforces daily lessons, and helps students stay focused and organized. The borders frame these messages beautifully, making them stand out and inviting students to engage with them regularly.\r\nYour generosity also saves valuable classroom resources. By donating these supplies, you have helped ensure that funds can be used for additional learning materials and student needs. This support allows us to focus more fully on instruction and enrichment, knowing that our classroom space is well-equipped and thoughtfully designed.\r\nMost importantly, your donations help create a warm, welcoming classroom where students feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. The inviting displays made possible by your borders and letters set a positive tone and show students that their classroom is a special place designed just for them. Every day, students benefit from the care and thought behind these materials.\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and in our students. Your generosity has a lasting impact, and we appreciate your support more than words can express. We are so thankful for your kindness and for helping us create an engaging, inspiring learning environment for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1763588372089,"projectUrl":"project/show-off-our-work/9846899/","projectTitle":"Show Off Our Work","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cernera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4149694_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1484586140825","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4149694"},{"teacherId":5316789,"projectId":9873623,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my children get their favorite book to read. They are so excited to read this book to their family and friends. It's important that the children have books they enjoy and are interested in reading. The children love sitting in front of their classmates and read to them. You have a made a difference in our classroom. I hope you can see from the pictures what a great group of children I have this year. They deserve the best. Have a wonderful holiday and a happy new year.","fullyFundedDate":1763388499350,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-reading/9873623/","projectTitle":"Let’s Get Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5316789_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523624285185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5316789"},{"teacherId":5316789,"projectId":9873634,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my children get snacks and water. The children should never be hungry or thirsty. When the children need a snack or a drink they will be able to get what they need. We will write their names of their snacks and drinks. Having children happy and healthy will help them be able to concentrate and do there work better. You have a made a difference in our classroom. I hope you can see from the pictures what a great group of children I have this year. Have a wonderful holiday and a happy new year.","fullyFundedDate":1763995242456,"projectUrl":"project/help-children-get-snacks-and-water/9873634/","projectTitle":"Help Children Get Snacks and Water","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5316789_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523624285185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5316789"},{"teacherId":499123,"projectId":9623088,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my children get snacks to have throughout the day. It is very important that the children have enough food to keep their bellies full. No child should ever be sad because they do not have a snack. They will be able to pick a snap and write their name on it and eat it when they need it. Thank you for taking the time to read and support our proposal. You have made a difference in a classroom . Please keep supporting Donors Choose. I hope you can see from the pictures of Happy the children are.","fullyFundedDate":1763995223495,"projectUrl":"project/help-children-get-a-healthy-snack/9623088/","projectTitle":"Help Children Get A Healthy Snack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greene","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/499123"},{"teacherId":184561,"projectId":9887605,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my children get water. The children will now have their own water bottles with their name on it. They will be placed in the refrigerator and they will be all to get them when they need them. 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Having a late lunch, the students can eat a quick snack while completing their work. This helps them remain focus throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThank you also for the waters. As students go outside for recess or play in the gym, they come upstairs very thirsty. With the funding of the water, they get to enjoy a nice bottle of water and regain focus when arriving back into the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762266331516,"projectUrl":"project/snack-time/9606913/","projectTitle":"Snack Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ververis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8553694_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693834711464","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8553694"},{"teacherId":184561,"projectId":9612945,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping the children get items to help them get ready for school. It is important that the children have these items help them feel happy healthy and comfortable and ready for school. I hope you can sleep on the children faces what a great group of children I have. These children are eager to learn each and every day. Thank you for taking the time to read and support our proposal. The children and I are so grateful for your support. Please keep supporting Donors Choose because you make a difference in children's lives.","fullyFundedDate":1763995247959,"projectUrl":"project/help-children-get-basic-essentials-to-ge/9612945/","projectTitle":"Help Children Get Basic Essentials to Get Ready for School.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Magnotta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp184561_orig.jpg?crop=1204,1204,x46,y864&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1573087686183","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/184561"},{"teacherId":184561,"projectId":9583318,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my children get snacks in school. Many times the children do not bring snack and they are still hungry it's nap time and throughout the day. How many steps in the class will give the children opportunity to pick a snack that they want when they are hungry. No child should ever be hungry. Children were in better when their bellies are full. Thank you again for your support and please keep supporting Donors Choose because you make a difference in Young children's lives.","fullyFundedDate":1763995244015,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-children-get-snacks-for-school/9583318/","projectTitle":"Help My Children Get Snacks For School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Magnotta","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp184561_orig.jpg?crop=1204,1204,x46,y864&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1573087686183","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/184561"},{"teacherId":5316789,"projectId":9692377,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping my students get snacks to have throughout the day. Many times the children do not bring snack and are hungry. Having these snacks we can keep the children happy and healthy. Children learn better when their bellies are full. We want everyone to be happy and have a great learning environment. Thank you for taking the time to read and support our proposal. You have made a difference in our classroom. I hope you can see from the pictures what a great group of children I have.","fullyFundedDate":1760752051697,"projectUrl":"project/help-children-get-snacks/9692377/","projectTitle":"Help Children Get Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5316789_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523624285185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5316789"},{"teacherId":4149694,"projectId":9832478,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of dry erase markers, erasers, and whiteboards. Your support makes a meaningful difference in our classroom each day. These materials may seem simple, but they truly transform how our students learn, practice skills, and participate in lessons. Because of your generosity, our third graders now have tools that make learning more interactive, engaging, and accessible for every learner.\r\nDry erase boards allow students to practice writing, math problems, spelling patterns, and quick responses in a way that feels fun and low-pressure. Instead of worrying about making mistakes, students can easily erase and try again, which encourages a growth mindset and builds confidence. When students know their ideas don't have to be perfect the first time, they take more risks, share more often, and learn more deeply. These boards help create a supportive environment where learning is active and mistakes are seen as part of the process.\r\nThe dry erase markers you donated allow students to express their thinking clearly and work through problems step-by-step. Whether they are practicing multiplication strategies, writing complete sentences, or sketching diagrams for science, having access to fresh markers helps them stay engaged and focused. It also ensures that no student feels left out because they lack materials. Every child has the opportunity to participate equally, which strengthens our classroom community and improves academic success.\r\nYour donation of erasers is equally impactful. These erasers help students keep their boards clean and ready for learning throughout the day. It might sound small, but having dependable erasers helps students stay organized and take pride in their workspaces. It reduces frustration, saves classroom time, and teaches students responsibility as they care for their materials. Your contribution ensures that students can move quickly from one activity to the next and stay enthusiastic about hands-on learning.\r\nBeyond the supplies themselves, your generosity sends an important message to our students: that people in their community believe in them and want to support their education. Knowing that someone cares enough to donate gives students a sense of pride and belonging, motivating them to work even harder. It helps create a positive school experience where students feel valued and encouraged to do their best.\r\nBecause of your kindness, our lessons can be more interactive, collaborative, and creative. We can play learning games, work through problems together, and give students immediate feedback. The tools you provided will be used daily, not only this year but for years to come. You have helped build a classroom environment where students can learn with enthusiasm and confidence.\r\nThank you again for your thoughtful and generous contribution. You have made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1761754138041,"projectUrl":"project/dry-erase-away/9832478/","projectTitle":"Dry Erase Away","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cernera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4149694_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1484586140825","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4149694"},{"teacherId":499123,"projectId":9623111,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us get food and treats for our class pet Domino. The children love to take care of Domino every day. They gave him treats and love to watch them around the classroom and play. The children have learned so much from a Domino. The first thing they do when they come in the classroom to say good morning domino and the last thing they do when they leave at the end of day is a goodbye to domino. Thank you for helping us get the supplies we need to take care of domino. 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