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We will treasure the fan, permanent markets, color rings sorting board, design & drill take-along toolkit, sharpies, shape sorting cube, learning puzzles, geometric stacker. \r\n\r\nWe were really happy to use all of these almost every single day. \r\n\r\nDuring activity time, my students were excited to work with color rings sorting board, design & drill take-along toolkit. We let the students use the fan every day as our classroom is hot all through the year.\r\n\r\nOur next step in this project is to keep the things neatly boxed and keep inside the closet to use and play all year long.","fullyFundedDate":1758804473203,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning/9625288/","projectTitle":"Hands-on Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sue","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9710179_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725462618815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9710179"},{"teacherId":6982698,"projectId":9583513,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity and support of my project I have been able to upgrade our \"waiting area\" in the Counseling suite. It has been a true pleasure!\r\nHaving these items available for our students when they need a quiet place has been amazing. 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Many shared with me how appreciative they were for the surprise.\r\nEach item will be used for more times in the remainder of the school year.\r\nThis is only possible because of donors like you and your generous hearts and genuine care for my students.\r\nThank you for your support and continued actions that help educators like me do what I do for all students.","fullyFundedDate":1755744827664,"projectUrl":"project/celebration-station/9583388/","projectTitle":"Celebration Station","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6982698_orig.jpg?crop=1360,1360,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728092519080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arlene-sims"},{"teacherId":8267358,"projectId":9710246,"letterContent":"I want to extend my sincerest gratitude for your contribution of Country Time Lemonade, which was substituted for the originally requested Hawaiian Punch Lemonade. Although it was not the exact product we anticipated, the Country Time Lemonade has been an incredible success in our classroom—and an even greater incentive for our students. They love the lemonade slushies.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment I introduced the lemonade as part of our reward system, the students' excitement was undeniable. They look forward to these special moments with enthusiasm, and it has quickly become one of their favorite incentives. The bright smiles, conversations, and sense of community that happen around something as simple as a cup of lemonade slushie have added joy and energy to our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nMore importantly, this incentive has already contributed to a noticeable increase in academic engagement. Students are more motivated to participate, complete assignments, and demonstrate positive behavior because they know their hard work is recognized. Something small has become something meaningful, helping reinforce responsibility, goal-setting, and consistent effort.\r\n\r\nYour support does more than provide a treat—it helps build a culture of achievement and encouragement. Thank you for helping nurture a learning environment where students feel motivated, appreciated, and excited about their success. Your generosity has truly made a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1758636776760,"projectUrl":"project/slushy-incentives/9710246/","projectTitle":"Slushy Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mayhand","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8267358_orig.jpg?crop=907,907,x695,y461&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1641997449127","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mayhand"},{"teacherId":6982698,"projectId":9744819,"letterContent":"What a blessing it was to be able to receive these necessary items for my schools clothing closet. I am happy to share that we are already almost out of the leggings and shirts I received in this project.\r\nThis has meant so much for my students. They do not have to wait for someone from home to bring them a clothing item. Having these clothing's on site is great!\r\nThank you for your support and generosity. This is all possible because of special donors like each of you.\r\nPlease know that you have made a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1760706827391,"projectUrl":"project/bare-necessities-i/9744819/","projectTitle":"Bare Necessities I","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6982698_orig.jpg?crop=1360,1360,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728092519080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arlene-sims"},{"teacherId":6982698,"projectId":9583754,"letterContent":"I am so appreciative for your support for this project and my students.\r\nWe have been able to create amazing signs, posters, and handouts to raise awareness for many themes (breast cancer, Unity Day, Red Ribbon week).\r\nMy students have been excited to share these items with their peers as well as parents and staff.\r\nThis is only possible because of your generosity and support. These items will be used for the entire school year. \r\nThank you as always for considering all students and for supporting my project!","fullyFundedDate":1755696215394,"projectUrl":"project/raising-awareness/9583754/","projectTitle":"Raising Awareness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6982698_orig.jpg?crop=1360,1360,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728092519080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/arlene-sims"},{"teacherId":4718491,"projectId":8117293,"letterContent":"I must say, this project was satisfying, providing a space for mindful creation and relaxation. Learning the techniques of ink painting fostered a great sense of calm and accomplishment for my students. I setup a station for them to work following along with all great video tutorial. \r\n​To celebrate their hard work, each student received a scratch-off fortune card and a lucky coin as a reward which they enjoyed. They loved to coins and had fun reading and sharing their fortunes.\r\n​You helped my students confidence, focus, and a new appreciation for multicultural arts.\r\n​","fullyFundedDate":1707155834581,"projectUrl":"project/dragon-ink-painting/8117293/","projectTitle":"Dragon Ink Painting","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dorinda Carver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4718491_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729249358278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dorinda-carver"},{"teacherId":4718491,"projectId":9036640,"letterContent":"These space heaters have made such a difference! Our classroom was freezing, and students would enter my room bundled up in order to brave the cold. Now they are saying things like, \"This heat feels good, Bruh!\" and \"It's not freezing anymore!\", \"It feels better in class because it's getting colder outside.\" The room is finally warm and comfortable, helping everyone focus, learn, and be creative. \r\nThank you for helping us weather the cold and for helping to make our learning environment so much better!","fullyFundedDate":1740493505949,"projectUrl":"project/staying-warm-in-cold-temps/9036640/","projectTitle":"Staying Warm in Cold Temps","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dorinda Carver","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4718491_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729249358278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dorinda-carver"},{"teacherId":672123,"projectId":9559749,"letterContent":"Thank You for Your Donation\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generous support through DonorsChoose. Your contribution has made a direct impact on our classroom and has brought valuable resources, opportunities, and inspiration to our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students are able to learn, explore, and grow in ways that wouldn't have been possible without your help. Your generosity shows them that there are people who truly care about their education and their future.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom, our students, and the power of learning. Your donation has made a real difference — and we are so thankful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1758636522029,"projectUrl":"project/i-am/9559749/","projectTitle":"I am..","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. BENOY","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/672123"},{"teacherId":8667585,"projectId":9195792,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations. My students have benefited greatly from the items on my list. Through my work with students with disabilities, these items have greatly helped them. These items help keep them calm while also providing a way to divert their energy and manage stress. We will continue to add to the space as more students join our community. We want to improve the quality of the classroom with the hope of improving the morale of the students. They deserve all that we can give, and it starts here! 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