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Thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving these students these items.","fullyFundedDate":1755690146937,"projectUrl":"project/lets-talk-someones-ear-off/9569680/","projectTitle":"Let's Talk Someone's Ear Off","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washburn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6694706_orig.jpg?crop=1040,1040,x0,y197&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754226906926","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6694706"},{"teacherId":6694706,"projectId":9529878,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom this school year. \r\n\r\nThe games were such a hit on rainy days for indoor recess. Every single game has been played and squeals of excitement fill the classroom. My students actually request we play the board games over computer time anytime we may not get to go outside for recess.\r\n\r\n I am so happy to have them practice talking, good sportsmanship and communicating, rather than be on a device or screen. I am so thankful for your genorosity. Thanks again.","fullyFundedDate":1754512838706,"projectUrl":"project/rainy-day-games-for-indoor-recess/9529878/","projectTitle":"Rainy Day Games for Indoor Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Washburn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6694706_orig.jpg?crop=1040,1040,x0,y197&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754226906926","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6694706"},{"teacherId":10239083,"projectId":9676620,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our K–5 and EC students are now enjoying new center materials that have completely transformed our classroom learning time! These hands-on resources have created exciting opportunities for creativity, problem-solving, and STEM exploration across all grade levels.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was seeing the students' faces light up when we first introduced the new centers. They immediately dove into building challenges, designing marble runs, and inventing their own creations. It was incredible to watch them work together, share ideas, and use their imagination in new ways. Even our youngest learners were proudly showing off what they built, and our EC students especially thrived with the sensory and interactive materials.\r\n\r\nRight now, students are using these centers to explore engineering and teamwork through weekly STEM rotations. As we move forward, we plan to integrate these materials into ongoing lessons focused on collaboration, design thinking, and creative problem-solving.\r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just add supplies — it sparked excitement, confidence, and curiosity in every child. Thank you for helping our students dream, create, and grow through hands-on learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1757518966003,"projectUrl":"project/stem-centers-in-our-technology-classroom/9676620/","projectTitle":"STEM Centers in our Technology Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wallace","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10239083"},{"teacherId":9447886,"projectId":9644678,"letterContent":"This week, our fifth graders began studying cells. The kids used microscopes to look at the slides you gave us and the results were incredible! The students were amazed at what they saw. Some were literally gasping! The whole room was filled with exclamations of \"ewww!\", \"Look at this!\", \"Is it supposed to look like that?!\", and \"Mrs. Manick, come look!\".They had never seen these types of cells, tissues, and organs before and were in awe! Lots of students asked if they could put other things under the microscopes to see what they looked like. Having these slides to look at have inspired the students into the world of the unseen and have inspired their teacher as well!\r\n\r\nThey have also enjoyed using the glasses during experiments. They feel cool and scientific but I am relieved that they are safe and will not get elephant toothpaste and hydrogen peroxide in their eyes!\r\n\r\nWe are looking forward to getting to use the infrared thermometer in a couple of months as well! 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Your kindness has made it possible for me to bring the joy of reading and learning anywhere in our school.\r\n\r\nWith the new portable chair, standing desk, and fresh collection of books, students will never have to miss their library time—even when the library space is being used for meetings or events. Because of you, the magic of stories, discussions, and exploration can continue in any classroom, hallway, or nook in our building.\r\n\r\nOur students are already so excited about the new books and the idea of having \"pop-up library\" time. You've truly helped keep our hive buzzing with curiosity and a love for reading!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,\r\nMrs. Greene 🐝📚\r\nWMES Library","fullyFundedDate":1755690347484,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-to-reading/9585698/","projectTitle":"Let's Get to Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greene","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp88491_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462551980529","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/libraryscientistgreene"},{"teacherId":88491,"projectId":9225082,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our chapter book project! Our students are thrilled to have new Junie B. Jones and My Weird School books added to our library collection. These series are always favorites, and now even more readers will have the chance to enjoy them!\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our shelves are filled with stories that make kids laugh, think, and fall in love with reading. You've helped spark excitement for chapter books and encouraged students to explore new adventures through reading.\r\n\r\nWe're so grateful for your generosity and for helping our library continue to buzz with eager readers!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,\r\nMrs. Greene 🐝📚\r\nWMES Library","fullyFundedDate":1744209533714,"projectUrl":"project/read-on-little-readers/9225082/","projectTitle":"Read On, Little Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greene","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp88491_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462551980529","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/libraryscientistgreene"},{"teacherId":88491,"projectId":9621286,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our color printer project! Because of you, we now have the ability to create bright, engaging, and high-quality materials that truly bring learning to life for our students.\r\n\r\nFrom vibrant posters and center materials to certificates and creative projects, this printer will make our library and classrooms more exciting and visually engaging. Your kindness ensures that every student benefits from resources that capture their attention and spark their curiosity.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us add color, creativity, and joy to our learning environment—you've made such a meaningful difference!\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,\r\nMrs. Greene 🐝📚\r\nWMES Library","fullyFundedDate":1755690528089,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-learning-to-life-with-color/9621286/","projectTitle":"Bringing Learning to Life With Color!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greene","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp88491_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462551980529","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/libraryscientistgreene"},{"teacherId":88491,"projectId":8832179,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our North Carolina Children's Book Award project! Because of your generosity, our students will have the chance to read, discuss, and fall in love with this year's amazing list of nominated titles.\r\n\r\nThese books will spark excitement for reading in our library and classrooms, and they'll help students think critically as they vote for their favorite story. Even better, your gift allows these books to go home—so families can share in the joy of reading together!\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps grow lifelong readers and keeps the love of books alive in our hive. Thank you for helping our students connect, imagine, and explore through stories!\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,\r\nMrs. Greene 🐝📚\r\nWMES Library","fullyFundedDate":1728581323740,"projectUrl":"project/award-winning-titles-for-students/8832179/","projectTitle":"Award-Winning Titles for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greene","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp88491_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462551980529","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/libraryscientistgreene"},{"teacherId":88491,"projectId":9468785,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"To Keep Our Hive Humming!\" Your donations have provided our students with the essential supplies they need—cardstock, glue sticks, colored pencils, and crayons—to bring their learning to life.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our library will continue to buzz with creativity and excitement! These simple tools make a huge difference in helping students express ideas, complete hands-on projects, and dive deeper into their research and learning centers.\r\n\r\nYour kindness reminds our students that their ideas matter and that there are people who care about helping them grow. Thank you for helping us keep our hive humming!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Greene 🐝📚\r\nWMES Library","fullyFundedDate":1753636481645,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-to-beecreative-curious-and/9468785/","projectTitle":"Help Us to BEE...Creative, Curious, and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greene","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp88491_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462551980529","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/libraryscientistgreene"},{"teacherId":6917365,"projectId":9174116,"letterContent":"Some of my students now think I am the coolest teacher ever. They were so excited to see the materials. We then opened them each up and discussed them along with possibilities of how we could use them. I then gave the following assignment; Design a picture that tells me something about you. Each of them were excited to create their individual art. \r\nThis was followed with a writing assignment that was met with enthusiasm because they were writing about their own creation. We labled our Data notebooks and the assignment was our first piece of data placed in it. The donated materials help me to create a creative learning environment. 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