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Thank you for all you do for educators!","fullyFundedDate":1778227105607,"projectUrl":"project/pull-up-a-seat-classroom-collaboration/10156571/","projectTitle":"Pull Up A Seat - Classroom Collaboration With Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mogan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9080099_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x360,y272&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696292019324","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mogan"},{"teacherId":9080099,"projectId":10229893,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our class add a new rug to our 4th grade classroom. This rug has been a gathering spot already this school year for independent reading, project work among classmates and a cozy place to sit during a read aloud. In addition, the added decor and supplies have made our classroom feel warm and homey.Thank you so much for your generosity and willingness to help me and my students. Your contribution has made such a difference, and will continue to impact students for many years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1785159853150,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-up-with-a-book-in-our-classroom-rea/10229893/","projectTitle":"Cozy Up With a Book in Our Classroom Reading Nook!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mogan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9080099_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x360,y272&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696292019324","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mogan"},{"teacherId":9080099,"projectId":10241008,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support! Thanks to you my students have a new collection of graphic novels to add to our classroom library! My 4th Grade students love graphic novels and they often gravitate to these as they begin falling in love with reading. \r\n Your support makes such a difference in providing new titles and graphic novels that are not offered in our schools library. I know your contribution will put these new books into the hands of many 4th grade students for years to come. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1779371080784,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novel-grab-4th-grades-new-and-e/10241008/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novel Grab-4th Grade's New and Exciting Titles Are Here!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mogan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9080099_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x360,y272&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696292019324","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mogan"},{"teacherId":9080099,"projectId":9875073,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our class project for flexible seating! My students voted on this being a project they wanted to try to get funded and came up with reasons why flexible seating would make our classroom cozy and easier to learn in. \r\n\r\nThey have loved the stools and pillows and it has allowed students to have a seat that matches their needs each day. Thank you so much for your kindness! We have enjoyed trying the new seats out and taking turns! Thank you again for your generous donation!\r\n\r\nKindly,\r\nMrs. Mogan's 4th grade class","fullyFundedDate":1773666816719,"projectUrl":"project/a-comfy-space-to-learn-flexible-seatin/9875073/","projectTitle":"“A Comfy Space to Learn: Flexible Seating for Growing Minds”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mogan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9080099_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x360,y272&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696292019324","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mogan"},{"teacherId":10026310,"projectId":10191018,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to essential supplies such as colored pencils, tape, binders, page protectors, and 3M wall hooks.\r\n\r\nThese materials may seem simple, but they make a tremendous difference in our daily learning environment. With fresh colored pencils, students can bring creativity to their work. Binders and page protectors help them stay organized and take pride in keeping their assignments neat and accessible. Even items like tape and wall hooks allow us to display student work and create a classroom space that feels welcoming, structured, and inspiring.\r\n\r\nYour donation directly impacts each child by giving them the tools they need to succeed and feel confident in their learning. It also helps ensure that all students, regardless of their circumstances, have equal access to quality materials.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and believing in our students. Your support truly makes a difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1776458780226,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-learn-tools-to-succeed/10191018/","projectTitle":"Tools to Learn, Tools to Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10026310_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764792505305","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10026310"},{"teacherId":9080099,"projectId":10156811,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for being apart of bringing a new collection of holocaust books to my 4 fourth grade classroom. My student students have been enthusiastic about learning new stories of Hope and resilience through these beautifully. Illustrated picture books. Thank you so much for your generosity. I look forward to using these picture books in the years to come! \r\n\r\nIn addition, included in this project was a classroom game that has been wonderful for connections among classmates! Thank you so much for being involved in our project!","fullyFundedDate":1773865916862,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-make-you-think-heroes-during/10156811/","projectTitle":"Books That Make You Think: Heroes During the Holocaust","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mogan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9080099_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x360,y272&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696292019324","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mogan"},{"teacherId":10026310,"projectId":9804939,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing our classroom with chess sets and Kanoodle boards! Because of you, my students now have engaging, hands-on tools that challenge their thinking in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThis year, I have a very high-achieving math group that is quickly mastering our grade-level standards. While this is exciting, it also means they sometimes rush through their work and make simple mistakes because answers come easily. The chess and Kanoodle sets are already helping students slow down, think through each step, and practice perseverance. They are learning that careful planning, patience, and reflection matter just as much as knowing the answer.\r\n\r\nThese games have also opened the door to powerful conversations about growth mindset. As students encounter challenges and moments of frustration, they are learning to stick with problems, adjust strategies, and view mistakes as part of the learning process. Best of all, they are doing this through play—where learning feels fun, meaningful, and motivating.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a lasting impact on how my students think, problem-solve, and grow as learners. Thank you for investing in their curiosity, confidence, and future success.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nSamantha Johnson\r\nFourth Grade Teacher","fullyFundedDate":1764627466163,"projectUrl":"project/critical-thinking-math-/9804939/","projectTitle":"Critical Thinking Math !","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10026310_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764792505305","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10026310"},{"teacherId":9080099,"projectId":9933785,"letterContent":"WOW! Thank you donors for your help in funding our project for wobble stools for our classroom! Due to your generosity we have 4 brand new stools that are shared among my 40 students daily! This alternative seating has helped many of my students to add a little wiggle and movement as they work without disrupting others. This has truly been a game changer in my classroom. \r\n\r\nThere isn't a moment that these stools are empty, and for that I thank you! I look forward in seeing them used for many years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1764713623359,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-focus-learn-flexible-seating-f/9933785/","projectTitle":"Wiggle, Focus, Learn! Flexible Seating for ELA!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mogan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9080099_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x360,y272&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696292019324","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mogan"},{"teacherId":10026310,"projectId":9938205,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of you, our fourth graders were able to participate in a meaningful and exciting holiday auction using LED drawing pads, Christmas pencils, Nerd Ropes, and snowman kits. These items quickly became student favorites and helped create a festive, joyful atmosphere in our classroom during the holiday season.\r\n\r\nWhat made this project especially impactful was how it connected fun with learning. Students earned classroom money through our PBIS system and then had to decide how to save, budget, and bid wisely during the auction. We spent time learning about financial literacy concepts such as saving for future goals, making thoughtful spending choices, and even basic ideas about investing and retirement. Watching students debate whether to spend now or save for later was incredibly powerful and showed real growth in their understanding of money management.\r\n\r\nYour generosity made this hands-on learning experience possible and gave our students lessons that will last far beyond the holidays. Thank you for investing in our classroom and in the future of our students. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1764713271809,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-auction/9938205/","projectTitle":"Holiday Auction","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10026310_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764792505305","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10026310"},{"teacherId":9080099,"projectId":9866055,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding our Blooket and Flexible Seating project for my 4th grade students. We are very appreciative for your donation and utilize the seating and games daily! \r\n\r\nSince having our project funded, my students have a new found enthusiasm for test review with access to the upgraded games and add on's they earn for correct answers. This tool has allowed me to create games with information directly from what we are learning day to day. My students love friendly competition and this has really increased engagement on reviewing skills and study material. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our learning!","fullyFundedDate":1762266365738,"projectUrl":"project/blooket-boost-learning-fun-and-flexib/9866055/","projectTitle":"Blooket Boost: Learning, Fun, and Flexible Seating!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mogan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9080099_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x360,y272&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696292019324","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mogan"},{"teacherId":10026310,"projectId":9668091,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our DonorsChoose project for new recess equipment at Highland Elementary. Because of your support, our fourth graders now have basketballs, kickballs, soccer balls, and more—tools that bring joy, movement, and teamwork to their daily recess time. Many students sprinted to the playground the very first day the equipment arrived, eager to play, practice skills, and include their classmates in new games. Your kindness has truly energized our outdoor time and created more opportunities for active, healthy play.\r\n\r\nWhat may seem like a simple donation has made a meaningful difference in our school community. Students are learning to work together, share, take turns, and solve problems as they play these games each day. The excitement and laughter on the playground is a direct result of your generosity. We are deeply grateful for your willingness to invest in our students and help create positive, memorable school experiences. Thank you for believing in our classroom, our kids, and their potential. We appreciate you more than we can express!","fullyFundedDate":1760562901358,"projectUrl":"project/let-them-play/9668091/","projectTitle":"Let Them Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10026310_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764792505305","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10026310"},{"teacherId":9080099,"projectId":9344250,"letterContent":"Your generosity has opened up exciting new opportunities for my fourth graders to explore climate science, environmental justice, and how we can make a difference.\r\n\r\nThe collection of picture books have been thought provoking and encouraged many of my students to think about the environment and how they can protect it/affect it! \r\n\r\n I've seen them transform from simply learning about the planet to caring for it, thinking about ways they can help, and feeling empowered to act. 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