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They loved seeing the festive tableware, decorations, and serving items that transformed our classroom into a shared dining space. Several students said it felt like \"a real family dinner,\" and one student whispered, \"I've never had a Friendsgiving before.\" Their joy and pride in helping set up the room made the moment even more meaningful. \r\nDuring the luncheon, students practiced manners, shared conversations, and reflected on what they were grateful for—both big and small. One of the most touching moments was watching students serve one another and make sure everyone had what they needed. 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One student said, \"It feels like my brain can finally think,\" and another whispered, \"Now I won't get overwhelmed during tests.\" Their reactions made it clear how much these tools were needed.","fullyFundedDate":1726585877456,"projectUrl":"project/its-too-loud/8613324/","projectTitle":"It's Too Loud","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. JACKSON","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8936535"},{"teacherId":8936535,"projectId":8504319,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students now have consistent access to snacks and essential food items that help them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. These resources have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom and throughout our school community.\r\n\r\nThe moment the new food items arrived, my students' faces lit up. Several of them immediately asked if these snacks were \"really for us,\" and when I told them yes, the relief and excitement were unmistakable. One student said, \"Now I won't have to wait until dinner to eat again,\" and another shared that having something to snack on helps them concentrate during reading time. Your kindness created a moment of comfort and reassurance that they felt deeply.","fullyFundedDate":1721764937145,"projectUrl":"project/hunger-has-no-place-in-school/8504319/","projectTitle":"Hunger Has No Place in School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. JACKSON","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8936535"},{"teacherId":8936535,"projectId":8303491,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have a comfortable outdoor cot that has already become a favorite spot for reading, calming down, and reconnecting with nature. 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One student said, \"Now I can warm up my food like my big sister does at her school,\" and another proudly shared that they could save part of their breakfast for later instead of rushing to eat it all at once. Their excitement was genuine and contagious.","fullyFundedDate":1767365140961,"projectUrl":"project/a-classroom-fridge-microwave-for-our-s/9975081/","projectTitle":"A Classroom Fridge & Microwave for Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. T. Sims","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10178418"},{"teacherId":10178418,"projectId":9942179,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have the comfort and confidence that come from having warm hats and gloves during the coldest parts of the school day. These simple items have made an enormous difference in how they show up—both physically and emotionally—each morning.\r\n\r\nThe very first day the box arrived, my students crowded around with wide eyes and huge smiles. Several of them immediately tried on their new hats, admiring themselves in the reflection of our classroom window. One student whispered, \"Now I won't be cold at recess anymore,\" and another proudly announced that they finally had something warm to wear on the walk to school. Your kindness created a moment of pure joy and relief.","fullyFundedDate":1767113062338,"projectUrl":"project/warm-heads-warm-hands/9942179/","projectTitle":"Warm Heads, Warm Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. T. 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With the snacks you provided, my students are better able to stay attentive during instruction, participate in discussions, and persevere through challenging tasks. I have noticed improved focus, fewer distractions, and a more positive learning environment overall. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where every child has the opportunity to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1764448978263,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-focus/9596994/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laster","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9823163_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762299967750","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9823163"},{"teacherId":9823163,"projectId":9931344,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our class project, \"Big Feelings, Little Learners: Creating Our Classroom Calm Down Corner.\" Because of your generosity, my students now have a safe, welcoming space where they can pause, regulate their emotions, and return to learning ready to succeed.\r\n\r\nThe Calm Down Corner has made an immediate and meaningful difference in our classroom. 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