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Having brand-new, high-interest series alongside fun treats creates an unforgettable classroom environment where students feel supported and excited to learn. Thank you for investing in our young readers and bringing so much joy to our learning space!","fullyFundedDate":1789393062068,"projectUrl":"project/percy-jackson-novels/10557591/","projectTitle":"Percy Jackson Novels","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2451660_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702244278880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2451660"},{"teacherId":2451660,"projectId":10557592,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our DonorsChoose project! My students and I are beyond thrilled to receive the Heroes of Olympus, The Trials of Apollo, and Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard boxed sets. Rick Riordan's thrilling, mythology-packed worlds are absolute legend in middle school, and having these complete series available in our classroom library will instantly spark enthusiasm across all reading levels.\r\n\r\nYour support does so much more than just put new books on our shelves—it gives young readers the chance to lose themselves in epic adventures, build reading stamina, and connect deeply with unforgettable characters. Seeing a box of brand-new, high-interest books arrive creates a special kind of magic in our classroom and shows my students that a community of supporters believes in their education. We cannot wait for the unboxing day so our readers can jump right into these incredible journeys—thank you for making this dream library a reality!","fullyFundedDate":1789351832767,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-build-a-classroom-of-adventure/10557592/","projectTitle":"Help Us Build A Classroom of Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2451660_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702244278880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2451660"},{"teacherId":2451660,"projectId":10557593,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our project for James Patterson middle school books! Generous donors like you make a world of difference in our classroom, and my students and I are beyond excited to receive these new titles. James Patterson's fast-paced, high-interest stories are absolute favorites among middle schoolers, and having these fresh additions on our shelves will immediately ignite a love for reading in students of all reading levels.\r\n\r\nYour support goes far beyond simply adding new books to a classroom library; it creates opportunities for my students to see themselves as readers, build empathy, and explore new worlds. Knowing that caring supporters invested in their education brings a distinct sense of pride to our learning community. We cannot wait for the box to arrive so our young readers can dive into these incredible adventures—thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1789393049528,"projectUrl":"project/best-author-ever/10557593/","projectTitle":"Best Author Ever","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2451660_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702244278880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2451660"},{"teacherId":2451660,"projectId":10328905,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\nThank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our 6th grade classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference, and we are truly grateful for your donation of pencils and felt-tip marker pens. These may seem like simple supplies, but they are essential tools that help our students learn, create, and grow every day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, every student will have access to quality pencils for writing, solving math problems, taking notes, and completing assignments with confidence. The felt-tip marker pens will bring color and creativity into our classroom, allowing students to make vibrant posters, illustrate science projects, create engaging presentations, and express themselves through art and collaborative activities. Having these supplies readily available ensures that every child can participate fully without worrying about whether they have the materials they need.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond providing classroom supplies. It sends a powerful message to our students that there are caring people who believe in their education and want them to succeed. Knowing that others have invested in their learning inspires them to work harder, dream bigger, and appreciate the importance of giving back to others.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my entire class, thank you for believing in our students and helping create a classroom where learning is exciting, engaging, and filled with opportunities for creativity. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on our school year, and we are deeply appreciative.","fullyFundedDate":1786202696130,"projectUrl":"project/starting-the-year-out-write/10328905/","projectTitle":"Starting the Year Out “Write”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2451660_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702244278880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2451660"},{"teacherId":2451660,"projectId":10542063,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and for supporting our classroom! Because of your kindness, our students are getting an exciting mix of engaging books, new recreation equipment, and flexible seating that will make a huge impact on their daily school experience.\r\n\r\nThe new literature—New Kid, 96 Miles, and Lifeboat 12—will directly enrich our classroom library. New Kid provides a fantastic, relatable look at navigating new environments and celebrating diversity, while 96 Miles and Lifeboat 12 offer thrilling stories of survival and resilience that will captivate even our most reluctant readers. Having access to these graphic novels and high-interest historical fiction books helps build both reading comprehension and a lifelong love for books.\r\n\r\nIn addition to expanding our minds, the new tall chair gives our classroom a comfortable, elevated spot for small-group instruction, read-alouds, or a dedicated workspace that helps keep students focused and comfortable. Outside, the Champion Sports Retro Soccer Ball provides a dynamic way for students to stay active, build teamwork, and practice sportsmanship during outdoor play.\r\n\r\nYour support means the world to us. You haven't just provided supplies; you've shown our students that a community of people believes in their growth, education, and happiness.","fullyFundedDate":1788436760508,"projectUrl":"project/reading-and-exploring/10542063/","projectTitle":"Reading and Exploring","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2451660_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702244278880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2451660"},{"teacherId":2451660,"projectId":10541305,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom! Because of your kindness, our students now have an amazing set of new resources that address both their academic growth and physical well-being.\r\nThe addition of 180 Bell Ringers for ELA gives us an engaging, reliable way to jumpstart our English lessons every single day with meaningful warm-ups. To keep our readers hooked, the complete The Academy book series (Books I through VI) has already become a massive hit, inspiring even our most reluctant readers to dive into a captivating series.\r\nBeyond our reading and writing blocks, your support helped us upgrade our classroom environment and active play. With the Vittanly picture frames and Command hanging strips, we can now proudly display student achievements, certificates, and exemplary work all around the room without damaging our walls. Finally, the Champion Sports retro soccer ball has brought so much joy to our outdoor brain breaks and physical activities, keeping our students active and energized.\r\nYour investment in our students makes a tangible difference every day. Thank you for caring about our classroom community and helping us create a bright, encouraging environment for learning!","fullyFundedDate":1788267443430,"projectUrl":"project/high-interest-books-for-our-library/10541305/","projectTitle":"High Interest Books for Our Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2451660_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702244278880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2451660"},{"teacherId":2451660,"projectId":10498326,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful and generous gifts. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support. Your generosity has provided items that will bring smiles, encourage learning, and create opportunities for fun and meaningful experiences. Knowing that you took the time to select these gifts means so much to us, and we sincerely appreciate your thoughtfulness.\r\n\r\nThe Ganjiang 8 Pack Jumbo Glitter Mochi Squishy Toys are sure to be a favorite. These colorful, soft, and fun stress-relief toys are perfect for encouraging imaginative play while also providing a calming sensory experience. They will bring laughter, excitement, and moments of relaxation for the children who enjoy them. It is wonderful to have engaging items that can be used as rewards, party favors, or simply as a fun surprise throughout the year.","fullyFundedDate":1787831578962,"projectUrl":"project/building-readers-with-high-interest-book/10498326/","projectTitle":"Building Readers with High Interest Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2451660_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702244278880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2451660"},{"teacherId":2451660,"projectId":10486883,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom with these incredible resources! The Brother ink will help me print engaging lessons, student work, and learning materials, while the batteries will keep our classroom technology and activities running smoothly.\r\n\r\nThe Kumon English Language Arts book and engaging novels like I Funny and Breakout will provide my sixth-grade students with meaningful opportunities to strengthen their reading and writing skills while enjoying high-interest stories. Your generosity helps create a classroom where students have access to the tools and books they need to learn, grow, and become confident readers. I am truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1787169516090,"projectUrl":"project/reading-writing-and-imagining/10486883/","projectTitle":"Reading, Writing, and Imagining","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2451660_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702244278880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2451660"},{"teacherId":2451660,"projectId":10454965,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of floor pillows, cups, a soccer ball, and a teacher lanyard! The soft floor pillows will create comfortable and inviting spaces where students can read, work, and collaborate. The soccer ball will be a wonderful addition to our recess equipment, giving students an opportunity to be active, practice teamwork, and enjoy time together. These thoughtful materials will make our classroom and school experience even more engaging and welcoming.\r\n\r\nThe cups will be especially helpful for classroom celebrations, special activities, and events throughout the year, while the lanyard will help me keep my teacher ID and important cards organized and easily accessible. Every item will be put to good use and will directly benefit our students. Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping provide resources that make our students feel comfortable, connected, and excited to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1787584830722,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-seating-for-captivating-read/10454965/","projectTitle":"Comfortable Seating for Captivating Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2451660_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702244278880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2451660"},{"teacherId":2451660,"projectId":10338402,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card! This gift will allow me to choose high-quality, engaging resources that are specifically aligned with my students' learning needs. Having access to a variety of creative lessons, activities, and materials will help me provide meaningful opportunities for students to learn, practice, and think deeply.\r\n\r\nYour support makes it possible for me to continue growing my classroom resources and creating engaging learning experiences for my students. I am incredibly grateful for your investment in our classroom and for helping me provide lessons that challenge, inspire, and encourage my students to be successful. Thank you for supporting teachers and students!","fullyFundedDate":1787584854542,"projectUrl":"project/creative-engaging-learning/10338402/","projectTitle":"Creative, Engaging Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2451660_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702244278880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2451660"},{"teacherId":2451660,"projectId":10512442,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of James Patterson books, cups, plates, and silverware for our classroom! Our students will be so excited to add these engaging books to our classroom library. Having high-interest books available helps encourage students to read for enjoyment, discover new stories, and build a love of reading.\r\n\r\nThe cups, plates, and silverware will also be incredibly helpful for classroom celebrations, special events, and activities throughout the school year. Your generosity provides us with resources that will be used and appreciated by our students in so many ways. Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping make learning and celebrating together even more special!","fullyFundedDate":1787584826393,"projectUrl":"project/james-patterson-books/10512442/","projectTitle":"James Patterson Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2451660_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702244278880","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2451660"},{"teacherId":2451660,"projectId":10301125,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom! We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of our new supplies, which include a bulk pack of mechanical pencils to keep us fully equipped for learning, along with a fantastic assortment of treats, goody bags, and fun favors like the Blue Raspberry and Very Berry Punch Ring Pops, Mott's fruit snacks, and celebration bags. These items are going to make celebrating birthdays, recognizing positive behavior, and marking special milestones in our classroom so much more fun and memorable for my students.\r\nIn addition to our special treats and writing tools, your gift is bringing an amazing array of interactive play and sensory items on the way! We are so excited to receive the Franklin Sports Mystic soccer ball and air pump set for active outdoor play, alongside a huge variety of engaging fidgets and rewards, including the jumbo slow-rising squishies, adorable Boba Tea Friends squishies, and stress cube dough balls. These sensory and play items will be fantastic for classroom prizes, quiet focus breaks, and recess fun. 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