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They all flocked over to the table to try the toys which allowed a great opportunity to practice turn taking.\r\n\r\nSo many of my students are working on bilateral hand skills and in-hand manipulation skills and imitating motor movements of adults and these materials allow for so many unique opportunities to practice these skills.\r\n\r\nThank you so very much for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1769009249341,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-tiny-hands/9649009/","projectTitle":"Tools for Tiny Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ellen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9799524_orig.png?crop=256,256,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731087108064","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9799524"},{"teacherId":8169465,"projectId":10097715,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our soccer project. Your donation made it possible for us to receive the athletic field spray paint we needed, and it will make a meaningful difference for our athletes. Because of you, our players will practice and compete on a field that is clearer, safer, and better prepared for growth. Your kindness shows our students that their goals matter and that our community believes in their potential. We truly appreciate your investment in our program and the positive impact it will create throughout the season. Thank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1772633430811,"projectUrl":"project/soccer-field-needs-athletic-field-spray/10097715/","projectTitle":"Soccer Field Needs Athletic Field Spray","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. James","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8169465"},{"teacherId":8169465,"projectId":10101211,"letterContent":"We are truly grateful for your generous donations and the incredible support you have shown our program. Your contribution reflects a deep commitment to the success and well-being of our students. Because of donors like you, we are able to continue providing meaningful experiences and valuable resources that make a real difference. Your kindness strengthens our ability to serve students and create opportunities they might not otherwise have. Thank you for believing in our mission and investing in the future of our youth.\r\nYour generosity not only supports our work but also inspires our students and staff to continue striving for excellence. Every donation—big or small—helps us remove barriers and open doors for young people who need it most. We are proud to have partners like you who understand the importance of community, education, and empowerment. Your continued support reminds us that we are not alone in this work. We sincerely appreciate your willingness to contribute and uplift our students.\r\nBecause of your donation, we can expand our programs, strengthen our resources, and meet the unique needs of the students we serve. Your support has a lasting impact that reaches far beyond the classroom. It allows us to build confidence, foster growth, and create positive experiences for every child involved. We are grateful for your belief in our mission and your trust in the work we do each day. Thank you again for your generosity and for helping us make a meaningful difference.","fullyFundedDate":1772633435630,"projectUrl":"project/equip-the-nest-soccer-essentials-drive/10101211/","projectTitle":"Equip The Nest: Soccer Essentials Drive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. James","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8169465"},{"teacherId":8169465,"projectId":9894026,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our basketball program. Your donation is far more than financial support—you have given our student‑athletes the opportunity to grow, compete, and feel proud of who they are becoming. Many of our players are stepping into organized sports for the first time, and because of your kindness, they are able to practice and compete with confidence, proper equipment, and a true sense of unity. You have helped create an environment where our students feel seen, valued, and inspired to push themselves both on and off the court.\r\nYour generosity directly supports our mission to use basketball not only as a sport, but as a tool for building leadership, resilience, teamwork, and emotional strength. Our athletes are learning how to communicate, how to manage pressure, how to believe in themselves, and how to support others—skills that will serve them long after the season ends. They know someone outside their immediate circle believes in their dreams, and that belief is powerful.\r\nOn behalf of our school community and our growing basketball family, thank you for investing in our students' futures. Your compassion and commitment truly make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1767902290432,"projectUrl":"project/boy-basketball-needed/9894026/","projectTitle":"Boy Basketball Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. James","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8169465"},{"teacherId":8169465,"projectId":9876671,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our soccer project. Your support means more than simply providing equipment or resources—you have given our students an opportunity to feel valued, empowered, and excited about being part of something special. \r\n\r\nMany of our players are experiencing organized sports for the first time, and your donation ensures they can step onto the field with confidence, pride, and a sense of belonging. Your kindness has helped us create a safe and positive environment where students can build skills, strengthen relationships, and discover what they are capable of achieving.\r\n\r\nYour generosity allows us to use soccer as a tool not only for athletic growth but also for social‑emotional learning. Through teamwork, resilience, communication, and discipline, our athletes are learning lessons that will extend far beyond the field. They feel supported, encouraged, and motivated because they know someone believes in them. That belief is powerful, and it is directly because of you.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our school and our entire soccer family, thank you for investing in our students' futures. We are truly grateful for your commitment, your compassion, and your willingness to make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1769648658298,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-girls-soccer/9876671/","projectTitle":"Middle School Girls Soccer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. James","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8169465"},{"teacherId":8169465,"projectId":9876619,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our soccer project. Your support means more than simply providing equipment or resources—you have given our students an opportunity to feel valued, empowered, and excited about being part of something special. \r\n\r\nMany of our players are experiencing organized sports for the first time, and your donation ensures they can step onto the field with confidence, pride, and a sense of belonging. Your kindness has helped us create a safe and positive environment where students can build skills, strengthen relationships, and discover what they are capable of achieving.\r\n\r\nYour generosity allows us to use soccer as a tool not only for athletic growth but also for social‑emotional learning. Through teamwork, resilience, communication, and discipline, our athletes are learning lessons that will extend far beyond the field. They feel supported, encouraged, and motivated because they know someone believes in them. That belief is powerful, and it is directly because of you.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our school and our entire soccer family, thank you for investing in our students' futures. We are truly grateful for your commitment, your compassion, and your willingness to make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1769648658736,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-soccer/9876619/","projectTitle":"Middle School Soccer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. James","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8169465"},{"teacherId":10217835,"projectId":9821056,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation. Because of your generosity, I am able to allow my students to show their creativity. My students are able to complete projects for the community and for their family and friends. My studnets have amazing talent. My students doesn't have the opportunity to show off their talents. This is definitely a good was for them to do so. \r\n\r\nMy students was excited to see of the crochet materials hat I had received from the donation. Because of your contibutions my student create different projects and be proud to do so. Thanks again for your dedicated support of our mission. Your generosity powers change in your community and positively impacts those in need.","fullyFundedDate":1761834272194,"projectUrl":"project/stitch-n-chat/9821056/","projectTitle":"Stitch 'n Chat","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hamrick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10217835_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758319460096","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10217835"},{"teacherId":8702425,"projectId":9798683,"letterContent":"I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you and huge hug; if I could give you one. I was always the teacher with the birthday board of my students' birthday and would sing happy birthday the moment they walk in the hallways, but to see their faces light up from their birthday bracelets or birthday hats being worn all day with their stickers made their day. Making their day made mine, and I say thank you for that. Your help is immeasurable. The thanks recieved from my parents after receiving their Great Parent certificates was all most of them needed for that extra push. Thank you so very much for all the items you helped us purchase. None have gone to waste. 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Without hope and resilience my students are consistently faced with challenges that interfere with their ability to not only learn; but maintain their knowledge and wisdom to master their mathematics. \r\n\r\nAs my students noticed the plethora of incentives and their certificates; along with the certificates for their parents, they were ecstatic and eager to learn, so that they could begin to earn. They are ushering this school year in. \r\n\r\nI will continue to challenge my students and allow them to earn their paper bucks so that they could purchase their incentives, and as I notice parents that may need a little lifting; they will recieve an unexpected certificate appreciating their greatness as a parent. Thank you all so much. 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This allows them to attend and participate while getting their wiggles out. \r\nIn addition, the floor mat has given me a comfortable spot to be with my little kiddos to engage in a more play based therapy approach. The duel sides allow for additional expansion of language. \r\nI also appreciate the additional resources such as the masking tape to be able to complete projects with the kids.","fullyFundedDate":1758802560295,"projectUrl":"project/seating-for-speech/9464073/","projectTitle":"Seating for Speech","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cannon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9695423_orig.jpg?crop=1031,1031,x1047,y2865&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724263160257","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9695423"},{"teacherId":2031463,"projectId":9714971,"letterContent":"Thank you for the support in this project. When attending our first field trip our students were in love with their matching class shirts for the year. 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