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The hands-on nature of the resources helped make complex financial concepts feel approachable and practical.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue building on these skills by creating personal budgets for their classroom earnings and other real-life financial scenarios. We will also explore goal setting, decision-making, and responsible spending. These next steps will help students gain confidence and develop habits that support long-term success. Your generosity has given them tools they will use well beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758055569146,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-with-disabilities-th/9681201/","projectTitle":"Empowering Students With Disabilities Through Essential Money Management Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3265056_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y102&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754012799233","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/waltonsroom"},{"teacherId":9022662,"projectId":9591193,"letterContent":"My students really enjoyed the hands-on experience of making models of the heart. I told them to use contrasting colors to represent the arterial and venous blood. Their models were colorful and accurate. I'm convinced that these students will remember the anatomy of the heart for a long time. Most plan careers in healthcare so this will put them on top when they have their college level anatomy courses. Half of them will be graduating this year(2026). Your investment matters so much. I will have another 24 students next semester and I'm grateful that I will have these supplies to offer to them. \r\nYour help made a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1762559229489,"projectUrl":"project/todays-students-may-be-your-cardiologis/9591193/","projectTitle":"Today's students may be your cardiologist one day!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9022662"},{"teacherId":107180,"projectId":9925183,"letterContent":"The first day the scales came, the student trainers opened the boxes and started playing. They started comparing digital scales, spring scales and these BMI scales. This lead to a full scale investigation with these students. \"Which one is right?\" They brought wrestlers and football players and put them on the scales. Then they used the BMI calipers and compared results. They had no idea how much human error could play in weight management.\r\nThis tool takes the human error out of the equation. Weight training classes, EMT classes and sports are all scheduling times to be trained how to use these scales.\r\nAdditionally, the first aid supplies came at the perfect timing. \r\nYour generosity provoked critical thinking and exploration. 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The supplies came, the kids unboxed and the excitement grew. The CAD programs were opened. Digital libraries were accessed and planning started. Within two days, the kids had prototypes of the puzzle boxes and the challenges they wanted to go with the theme.\r\n\r\nIs is because people like you believe in kids like ours that dreams become a reality.","fullyFundedDate":1755185848342,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-create-a-memorable-exch/9552476/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Create a Memorable Exchange","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Case","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp107180_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462290882702","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/markcase"},{"teacherId":107180,"projectId":9511627,"letterContent":"Today was the day. We talked about waves, and the only thing kids relate to are waves in the water. Once we did the lab today, I had a hard time getting them to stop. 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Having these books has allowed us to dive into the text together and practice essential skills such as close reading, identifying literary themes, analyzing character development, and making connections between fiction and the real world. This book also sparks discussions about government, inequality, resilience and, most importantly our unit theme, survival. These topics help students think critically and engage deeply with literature.\r\n\r\nIn my classroom, reading has become both a shared and individual journey. Each day, we spend time reading aloud, annotating, and holding discussions. One student who usually struggles with motivation has been racing ahead in the chapters and proudly participating in class. Another has discovered a love for dystopian literature and asked what other series she could explore next. \r\n\r\nYour donation has not only given us books but also opened doors to curiosity and renewed joy for reading. My students and I are truly grateful for your support, and we look forward to carrying the lessons from this novel into our future learning.","fullyFundedDate":1744246741623,"projectUrl":"project/my-students-are-hungry-to-read-the-hunge/9207661/","projectTitle":"My Students Are Hungry to Read the Hunger Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zitawi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9975769_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y277&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744138943172","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9975769"},{"teacherId":3265056,"projectId":9469013,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing new outdoor equipment for my high school students. We are using it during breaks and designated activity times, and it has already made a noticeable difference in student behavior and overall well-being. One moment that stood out was watching students choose to use the equipment to decompress after a demanding class period. Instead of lingering frustrations or conflicts, students were able to reset, move their bodies, and return to class calmer and more focused.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new equipment, their reactions reflected both excitement and curiosity. Many immediately discussed how it could help them relieve stress or take a mental break during the school day. Several students shared that having a structured outlet for movement helped them feel more regulated and less overwhelmed, especially on high-pressure academic days.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using the equipment as part of intentional movement breaks designed to support focus, self-regulation, and positive peer interaction. We are also connecting its use to discussions around stress management, healthy coping strategies, and personal responsibility. These next steps help students transition back into the classroom with improved attention, fewer behavioral disruptions, and a stronger readiness to learn. Your generosity has directly contributed to a more supportive school environment where students can care for both their mental health and academic success.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping create a space that supports growth, balance, and focus.","fullyFundedDate":1756983350334,"projectUrl":"project/enriching-learning-through-activity-for/9469013/","projectTitle":"Enriching Learning Through Activity for Students with Special Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Walton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3265056_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y102&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754012799233","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/waltonsroom"},{"teacherId":9975769,"projectId":9253631,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in providing my students with the opportunity to read The Hunger Games. Having these books has allowed us to dive into the text together and practice essential skills such as close reading, identifying literary themes, analyzing character development, and making connections between fiction and the real world. This book also sparks discussions about government, inequality, resilience and, most importantly our unit theme, survival. These topics help students think critically and engage deeply with literature.\r\n\r\nIn my classroom, reading has become both a shared and individual journey. Each day, we spend time reading aloud, annotating, and holding discussions. One student who usually struggles with motivation has been racing ahead in the chapters and proudly participating in class. Another has discovered a love for dystopian literature and asked what other series she could explore next. \r\n\r\nYour donation has not only given us books but also opened doors to curiosity and renewed joy for reading. My students and I are truly grateful for your support, and we look forward to carrying the lessons from this novel into our future learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746477068898,"projectUrl":"project/my-students-are-hungry-to-read-the-hunge/9253631/","projectTitle":"My Students Are Hungry to Read the Hunger Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zitawi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9975769_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y277&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744138943172","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9975769"},{"teacherId":5232935,"projectId":8951449,"letterContent":"This was a very impactful year with our students and the growth was very noticeable! Our school was in the bottom 5 schools in NC for proficiency last year, but this year, with your support and contributions, we were able to shatter many goals. I do not know where we rank in NC, but here is what I do know:\r\n\r\nOur school goal for testing proficiency for math was about 20%. We achieved about 40% proficiency this year! Many of our students that were projected minimal growth showed that with personal effort and with support of their teachers, they can accomplish much more as we saw high scores and growth from students that were not expected to make it pass the bottom 10% in state testing.\r\n\r\nMy goals this year will be akin to last year's goals, and I look forward to having students continue to practice reading/writing in math and help building appropriate grade level vocabulary.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you so much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1734637432365,"projectUrl":"project/student-note-taking-kits/8951449/","projectTitle":"Student Note Taking Kits!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5232935"},{"teacherId":107180,"projectId":9284105,"letterContent":"Although our materials arrived near the end of the school year, the kids have been busy all summer long creating, designing, testing and retesting components they installed on the printers. As soon as the cameras were installed, they were able to use remote log in to each printer. They could design a component, log in and see which printer was open and ready to print.\r\n\r\nThe upgrades have allowed students to understand better what 'remote work force' really means. This was unexpected. \r\n\r\nYour support has much deeper implications than imagined. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1746482909750,"projectUrl":"project/old-does-not-mean-outdates-it-means-upg/9284105/","projectTitle":"Old Does Not Mean Outdates, It Means Upgrade!","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Case","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp107180_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462290882702","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/markcase"},{"teacherId":3660594,"projectId":8240445,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contributions toward a QBall Pro wireless microphone ball for my high school library media center. This device has increased engagement in my classes in a fun and interactive way. Even the student who are most reluctant to speak seem to enjoy using this microphone for participation.\r\n\r\nThis has also been a great tool to use with our school staff for meetings and professional development sessions. 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