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We will use some of the items to make caterpillars and decorate them. The cables will be used to help with charging items in the classroom. The griddle will be used for special hot breakfast events for the classroom. We will also have some afternoon snacks to use the griddle on. These items are very helpful and will be used. Thank you!!","fullyFundedDate":1774963626838,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-fun/9946797/","projectTitle":"Classroom Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8846948_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673048795027","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8846948"},{"teacherId":8846948,"projectId":10109391,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all your support. The classroom is able to be cleaned correctly. THe ites are able to be used to wipes toys and desks. The students are able to build some independence with helping to clean up. 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With the hats, glasses, and bells you helped provide, we were able to bring our \"Student in the Mirror\" activity to life. During this project, students stood in front of a mirror and shared positive affirmations about themselves while wearing the accessories. This helped them see themselves as leaders, thinkers, and future changemakers. It was a powerful moment watching students look at their reflection and speak proudly about who they are and who they want to become.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were excited and eager to participate. Many of them immediately wanted to try on the hats and glasses and ring the bells as they shared their affirmations. The classroom was filled with smiles, laughter, and confidence as students encouraged one another. 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Northside Preparatory Academy is
an urban public school
in Cincinnati, Ohio that is part of Ohio Department of Education.
It serves 275 students
in grades K - 8.
Its teachers have had 44 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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92%
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Northside Preparatory Academy
$15,613
raised using DonorsChoose
44
projects
funded
12
teachers
funded
85
donors
5
projects
for
basic supplies
3
projects for
technology
3
projects for
books
7
projects
for
art supplies
Northside Preparatory Academy has received support from
55 individuals from Ohio and
30 individuals out-of-state.