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Maneuver the pieces without feeling uncomfortable, not knowing the rules.\r\nThe teachers and students were able to develop relationships that moved into the classroom as they were learning and growing together. \r\nThe math teachers were able to use the rules of chess in multiple math lessons, which was a great demonstration of how learning can be fun if you're willing to engage.","fullyFundedDate":1628805099944,"projectUrl":"project/checkmate-is-more-than-a-game-position/5703482/","projectTitle":"Checkmate Is More Than a Game Position","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pamela Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6974319_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y277&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751314918132","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6974319"},{"teacherId":6974319,"projectId":5710195,"letterContent":"Because of your generous donations, every student in the school was able to get a medal water bottle to carry with them throughout the day. Our school had recently gotten a purified water bottle filler fountain, which allowed the students to fill their water bottle throughout the day.\r\nThe water was critical in keeping the students hydrated which aided in keeping them awake in class so they could focus on their lessons. 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One of the things that made it so special was that every student was able to choose their favorite color, and there were enough for everyone to fully participate in our games. This helped create an inclusive and engaging environment where all students could be involved and have fun while learning.\r\n\r\nWe also want to thank you for the ducks! The students were so excited to pick out their own, and they had a great time using them during the different games and activities I planned. These simple yet meaningful items brought so much joy and enthusiasm into our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped make learning more interactive, enjoyable, and memorable for my students. 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We are especially grateful for the tissues and Lysol, which help us keep our classroom healthy and clean. And of course, the snacks were a big hit—they didn't last long with a room full of hungry teenagers!\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, my students and I want to say a huge THANK YOU for helping us start the year off right.","fullyFundedDate":1752683466899,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-the-basics/9421862/","projectTitle":"Back to the Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7969942_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1656440049107","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7969942"},{"teacherId":7969942,"projectId":9385945,"letterContent":"My students and I would like to thank everyone who donated to our project. We are truly grateful for your thoughtfulness. When the items came in, we were so excited because some students had been asking if I had personal items, as they had left theirs at home.\r\n\r\nWhen I told students that our items had come in, they were so excited because they knew they could come in freshen up, before going to class. They could also use deodorant after they attended gym class and hair ties to tie their hair up if they were too hot. 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