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They then had a chance to put those plans into action and start drawing out ideas of their own. \r\n\r\nUnfortunately, that was where we stopped that particular unit, as I had no way of helping students beyond the design aspect. When a colleague mentioned around the holidays that they had a project funded, I was inspired to try to get something for my students to be able to bring their creations to life--and that is where your amazing gift comes in.\r\n\r\nDue to the scope and sequence of the course, I needed to wait until we had a break in the action for state testing to go back to the logo/branding unit and get students on the embroidery machine. When they found out that I got it a few months ago, they were super excited. I had to hide the box because they kept trying to get to it. When I told them it was finally time to break it out last week, they were thrilled. Besides going back to the branding, we also had to learn how to use the machine. As a crafty person, I thought I would be able to figure this out much more easily than I did--I was sad to learn my sewing skills would come in handy for threading it, but the actual use had a much larger learning curve. It was fun to work with the students, however, on figuring it out. Several of them took it upon themselves to watch YouTube videos and send them to me outside of school so that we could learn how to use this. The kids really loved using it the first time just to make their initials and see something go from screen to cloth. We have only had the chance for two girls to create a shirt with their design on it, but it has been a fun process that will help us close out the year on a really high note.\r\n\r\nYour gift has been invaluable to my students, not just in creating a brand and learning how that works, but in getting the opportunity to use a piece of equipment that most of them would never have heard about, let alone had the chance to use. I already have two young ladies, who are cousins, who plan on asking their grandmother to buy them one for Christmas this year because they have so greatly enjoyed creating with it. Another student has asked to make a couple of things that she can take with her to the flea market she works at with her mom on the weekends to sell some monogramed makeup bags. This has been an opportunity for them to think beyond what the original assignment was and think of ways that they can use the machine both for personal and professional uses.\r\n\r\nStudents are also thinking about next year. Students at our school wear uniforms, but students who are in student government get to wear special colors. Those students have already started planning for how they can elevate their shirts with some embroidery next year to stand out even more.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity. It has been a game changer for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1770849168920,"projectUrl":"project/embroidery-machine-for-entrepreneurial-b/9895943/","projectTitle":"Embroidery Machine for Entrepreneurial Branding","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maugle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3523052_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1457795299743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3523052"},{"teacherId":8924124,"projectId":9339930,"letterContent":"My students and I use the space every day for their SEL counseling block and independent session time. The new chairs, fidget tools, and calming lights have made a big difference. One student said, \"This space feels like a home,\" and another shared that it helps them calm down before going back to class.\r\n\r\nRight now, we're using the space for journaling, goal setting, and mindfulness breaks. It's amazing to see students take ownership of their emotions and learning. Your kindness has created a safe and peaceful place for them to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1747834234284,"projectUrl":"project/a-revamped-cozy-nook-for-reluctant-reade/9339930/","projectTitle":"A Revamped Cozy Nook for Reluctant Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tiff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8924124_orig.jpg?crop=410,410,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745607568927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mstiffslove4teaching"},{"teacherId":8924123,"projectId":9398609,"letterContent":"Got it! Here's a shorter version that still highlights all the materials and student reactions:\r\nWhen our new flexible seating, bean bag, organizer cart, cozy corner pillow, and shelves arrived, my students were so excited! They immediately rushed to try the bean bag and cozy corner pillow, and one student said, \"This feels like home.\"\r\n\r\nWe're already using the shelves and cart to stay organized, which helps students grab materials on their own. The flexible seating has made a big difference—students stay focused longer and enjoy having choices about where they learn best.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be using the cozy corner during social-emotional lessons and continuing to support group projects with the flexible seating. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is now more welcoming, organized, and student-centered!","fullyFundedDate":1750989488857,"projectUrl":"project/from-chaos-to-calm-a-space-for-every-s/9398609/","projectTitle":"\"From Chaos to Calm: A Space for Every Student\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sapp","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8924123_orig.png?crop=1290,1290,x0,y382&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704829858940","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8924123"},{"teacherId":4272939,"projectId":9104067,"letterContent":"I have been so excited to offer students a resource at school that they can then take home if needed. Hygiene has been a big problem within some of our students and they wanted help or at least a safe place to come to if they forgot or rant out of their own supplies at home. The students are ore then grateful to be able to have these supplies in their school and have access to such. Being able to provide a safe and helpful space is highly important and they student grow to trust you. and that is what we want for them to succeed","fullyFundedDate":1742823936562,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-serene/9104067/","projectTitle":"Clean and Serene","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blair","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4272939_orig.jpg?crop=750,750,x0,y195&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1579013870651","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msblairart"},{"teacherId":7269806,"projectId":8834794,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support for my classroom! Because of your donations, I was able to expand my classroom library with engaging texts that my students enjoy reading during independent reading time. Since I have expanded my library, I have also had an increase of students who like browsing the shelves looking for books to read or even take home to borrow!\r\n\r\nThe thinking putty was also a great addition to my classroom. Many students struggle to focus when we are reading as a class during ELA. Allowing them to play with the putty while we read helps them to stay quiet, focused, and engaged. 6th grade especially loved using it.\r\n\r\nThanks again for your donations!","fullyFundedDate":1734712106382,"projectUrl":"project/reading-and-focused/8834794/","projectTitle":"Reading and Focused","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gentile","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7269806_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667526245781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7269806"},{"teacherId":7269806,"projectId":8500464,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to my classroom this year! My students loved sitting in the new beanbags to read books from the classroom library or just complete work in a comfortable space. These were a great addition to my room this year!\r\n\r\nThe football stress balls and fidget spinners were another favorite with the kids; they loved using them during independent work time or at the end of class if they finished work early and needed something to keep them busy.\r\n\r\nThank you again for choosing to support my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1721577383476,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-a-comfortable-space/8500464/","projectTitle":"Keeping a Comfortable Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gentile","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7269806_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667526245781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7269806"},{"teacherId":8924124,"projectId":9283262,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our summer school program will be off to a strong start! Our summer school students will have the opportunity to remain energized and focused thanks to the snacks you provided! 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One student said, \"This feels like a safe space.\" We use it during mindfulness breaks and SEL sessions.\r\n\r\nNext, we're teaching students how to use the space independently when they feel overwhelmed building emotional awareness and self-regulation skills. We will have group sessions for like our Girl Talks and Boy Breakout Sessions.","fullyFundedDate":1746785966218,"projectUrl":"project/zen-space/9282685/","projectTitle":"Zen Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tiff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8924124_orig.jpg?crop=410,410,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745607568927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mstiffslove4teaching"},{"teacherId":8924124,"projectId":9299653,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students now have access to yoga mats, calming tools, and mindfulness resources that have completely transformed the way we start or end our school days. 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