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Having these physical books in their hands transforms their reading from a solitary task into a shared, high-energy experience across our upper elementary grades.\r\n\r\nThese new texts are introducing our students to much more than just new vocabulary and higher-level comprehension skills. Through the Reading Olympics list, they are set to learn teamwork, sportsmanship, time management, and critical thinking. They will discover how to hold each other accountable, push past challenging chapters, and celebrate every member's contribution to the squad.\r\n\r\nWe have a few students in particular who have completely lit up since the books arrived. Some of our reluctant readers who used to hesitate during independent reading time are now excited to lead their team discussions on their assigned titles. Seeing their confidence skyrocket as they prepare for the competition is one of the best part of this initiative that you have made possible!\r\n\r\nYou didn't just give our students books—you helped us build a brand-new tradition of literacy, teamwork, and pride here in Philadelphia. Thank you for believing in our 4th and 5th grade Olympians!\r\n\r\nWith deep gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1781808614508,"projectUrl":"project/olympic-teams-and-paperback-dreams/10324853/","projectTitle":"Olympic Teams and Paperback Dreams!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Petrosky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp485636_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781114615564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/485636"},{"teacherId":6494362,"projectId":9562513,"letterContent":"The products we received were such a help to my students. The motivation behind the request for cleaning supplies was to ensure my students were in a clean, safe, nurturing, and healthy learning environment. The students also took responsibility for their classroom jobs with pride and confidence. Knowing that they were a part of the cleaning process made them take ownership in other areas as well. \r\n\r\nFor example, they learned to laminate their own work for display and continuous use, which made them realize the importance of being resourceful and taking pride in their belongings. Overall, the students used everything donated to keep our classes clean and welcoming. Your generosity will always be appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1764645466672,"projectUrl":"project/a-fresh-start-to-the-new-year-2025-202/9562513/","projectTitle":"A Fresh Start to the New Year 2025 - 2026","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6494362_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631498386273","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6494362"},{"teacherId":8653641,"projectId":9574228,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting the set-up of my first grade classroom this year with supplies! With the tissues and wipes, our classroom has been kept clean and we are working hard to keep germs at bay! When we stay healthy, students and teacher attendance improves and we're able to focus on the learning in the classroom.\r\n\r\nFreshly sharpened, colorful crayons make our art projects and writing assignments special and fun. Students have all the colors they need to let their creativity flow and complete their work.\r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your generosity in helping my with my classroom, and my students have benefited greatly from your gift.","fullyFundedDate":1755540588581,"projectUrl":"project/setting-up-for-back-to-school-success/9574228/","projectTitle":"Setting up for Back to School Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lipperini","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8653641_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662068503332","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-lipperini"},{"teacherId":8941427,"projectId":9510568,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to my classroom. My students were very excited to help open up boxes and see what new supplies we have for our classroom. By getting wipes, tissues, and snacks for the classroom, we're able to enjoy our time in our room and keep it tidy. Snack helps us to keep working through our long morning and helps make my life easier as a teacher, and not have to purchase snack on my own. Again we really appreciate the donation and the impact it makes for us as a class is so helpful.","fullyFundedDate":1758293003011,"projectUrl":"project/happy-and-clean/9510568/","projectTitle":"Happy and Clean","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Flesher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8941427"},{"teacherId":8941427,"projectId":9453575,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom. My students are always so excited to open new boxes and use new materials. By donating supplies we were able to have lots of snacks, tissues and cleaning wipes to begin our school year. This will help us be able to manage our classroom and daily activities much better. Our classroom will be clean, and students will have all their needs met during their time at school. As a teacher, I will not have to spend time or money getting supplies, which will make my days easier as well.","fullyFundedDate":1753708745190,"projectUrl":"project/start-the-school-year-off-right/9453575/","projectTitle":"Start the School Year Off Right!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Flesher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8941427"},{"teacherId":4830165,"projectId":9464247,"letterContent":"In our classroom, we are excited to utilize the new resources to enhance both learning and well-being. One memorable moment was when my students first saw the sensory floor decorative tiles. Their eyes lit up with curiosity and delight as they stepped onto the vibrant, textured surface, eager to explore how it stimulated their senses. 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