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It has made our classroom run more smoothly and ensured that valuable learning time is not lost.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your kindness and support. Thank you for helping us stay connected, engaged, and ready to learn every day!","fullyFundedDate":1774963661781,"projectUrl":"project/powering-student-success-with-durable-an/9952408/","projectTitle":"Powering Student Success with Durable and Reliable Classroom iPad Chargers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laura Dominguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2459157_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601774030734","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2459157"},{"teacherId":2459157,"projectId":10086704,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful donation of letter stampers and stamp pads to our Pre-K 4 classroom! Your generosity has brought so much excitement and hands-on learning to my students.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, my students have been actively exploring the alphabet in a fun and engaging way. They use the letter stampers to practice identifying letters, forming simple words, and strengthening their fine motor skills. The stamp pads have added a creative element that makes learning feel like play, which is so important at this age.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I have been able to create interactive literacy centers where students can independently practice letter recognition, name building, and early writing skills. These activities have helped boost their confidence and enthusiasm for learning while reinforcing foundational skills they will carry with them as they grow.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a meaningful impact on our classroom, and we are truly grateful for your support in helping our young learners succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1774963668583,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-letter-learning/10086704/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Letter Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laura Dominguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2459157_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601774030734","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2459157"},{"teacherId":2459157,"projectId":9952357,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fully funding our wireless headphones project! Your kindness and support have made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Because of you, my students now have the opportunity to engage in learning in a more focused, personalized, and exciting way.\r\n\r\nWith these headphones, students can listen to stories, practice important skills, and explore educational activities without distractions. This has helped create a calmer environment where each child can learn at their own pace and build confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has truly impacted our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your support and belief in our students. Thank you for helping us create a better learning experience every day!\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1772807500831,"projectUrl":"project/hear-to-learn/9952357/","projectTitle":"Hear To Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Laura Dominguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2459157_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1601774030734","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2459157"},{"teacherId":6341620,"projectId":10156542,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom snacks project. Your contributions made it possible for our students to receive snacks that help keep them energized and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks arrived, the students' faces truly lit up with excitement. It was a joyful moment to see their reactions as they opened the packages and realized these were just for them. Your kindness not only provided nourishment but also brought smiles and a sense of care to each child.\r\n\r\nHaving access to snacks has already made a positive difference in our classroom. Students are more focused, comfortable, and prepared to participate in their learning.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your generosity and for making such a meaningful impact on our students' daily experience.","fullyFundedDate":1773749304654,"projectUrl":"project/happy-tummies-happy-learners/10156542/","projectTitle":"Happy Tummies, Happy Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6341620_orig.jpg?crop=940,940,x0,y144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553303449101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6341620"},{"teacherId":6341620,"projectId":10098378,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support in helping provide much-needed supplies for our classroom. Thanks to your kindness, we were able to replace worn-out folders and refresh our bulletin boards, making our learning environment more organized and engaging.\r\n\r\nThe students were especially excited to receive their new supplies. Something as simple as a fresh folder made a big difference in their enthusiasm and sense of responsibility. Our updated bulletin boards have also helped create a more inviting and visually stimulating space where student work can truly shine.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has had a meaningful impact on both the functionality of our classroom and the morale of our students. Thank you for investing in their learning and helping us create a positive, supportive environment.","fullyFundedDate":1772581430053,"projectUrl":"project/first-grade-tools-for-big-success/10098378/","projectTitle":"First Grade Tools for Big Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6341620_orig.jpg?crop=940,940,x0,y144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553303449101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6341620"},{"teacherId":6341620,"projectId":10146998,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books to our classroom. Your support has brought so much joy and excitement to my first graders!\r\nWhen the books arrived, students were thrilled to explore them. Their faces lit up as they flipped through the pages, eager to read and share their new stories. It has been wonderful to see their excitement for reading grow, and many students are already asking for more time to read each day.\r\nThese books are making a meaningful impact by helping students build a love for reading, strengthen their literacy skills, and gain confidence as young readers. Having access to engaging and diverse books allows every child to find something they enjoy and connect with.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for making such a positive difference in our classroom. Your generosity is inspiring a lifelong love of reading, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1773860374473,"projectUrl":"project/a-library-full-of-adventures-for-first-g/10146998/","projectTitle":"A Library Full of Adventures for First Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6341620_orig.jpg?crop=940,940,x0,y144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553303449101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6341620"},{"teacherId":4575657,"projectId":9974515,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously funding our project and helping us celebrate our amazing readers! Our students worked incredibly hard during the Beanstack reading challenge, and it meant so much to recognize their efforts in such a special way. The hot cocoa was a huge hit! Students absolutely loved it, and it made the celebration feel extra cozy and exciting.\r\n\r\nIt was wonderful to see their pride and joy as they enjoyed their treats and celebrated their accomplishments together. They truly did an outstanding job, and your support helped make that moment even more meaningful and memorable for them.\r\n\r\nI'm also excited to share that the beverage dispenser will continue to be used for many future celebrations in our library. I've already used the dispenser for juice, and it will be a valuable part of many special moments to come. Thank you again for your kindness and for your continued support of our students and library. We appreciate you more than you know. Much love & respect.","fullyFundedDate":1767121706321,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-celebration-to-celebrate-reading/9974515/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Celebration to Celebrate Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. V. 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These activities made the celebration come alive and helped create lasting memories for everyone involved. As you can see in the pictures, my students were ecstatic to receive all the party favors. They exclaimed, \"Whoa, are these for us?!?!\" I told them that someone very special wanted them to have these gifts. They couldn't stop expressing their gratitude for your donations.\r\n\r\nThank you a million times for your support. It makes me very happy to see my students happy. Please know that you are making a difference in the lives of children. We are forever grateful and send you hugs. Much love and respect!","fullyFundedDate":1767121708876,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-celebration/9974390/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year Celebration!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. V. 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A simple snack truly goes a long way in supporting both their academic success and overall well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1772050434310,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-learning/10099762/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6341620_orig.jpg?crop=940,940,x0,y144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553303449101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6341620"},{"teacherId":6341620,"projectId":10058361,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing chair pockets for our classroom. Your kindness has made an immediate and meaningful impact on my students.\r\n\r\nThe new chair pockets have helped my students stay organized and take responsibility for their materials. Each child now has a designated space to keep their folders, notebooks, and supplies neatly stored and easily accessible. This has reduced clutter, minimized lost papers, and allowed us to transition more smoothly between activities.\r\nMost importantly, students feel proud to have their own organized space. \r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and supporting our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1769711022002,"projectUrl":"project/small-pockets-big-impact/10058361/","projectTitle":"Small Pockets, Big Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6341620_orig.jpg?crop=940,940,x0,y144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553303449101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6341620"},{"teacherId":6341620,"projectId":10088397,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. When the snacks arrived, my students were beyond excited to see all the different choices. Their faces lit up with joy, and they couldn't wait to help organize everything. Thanks to you, they are now able to enjoy a small snack during the day, which helps them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn.\r\nThe students especially loved the fun extras like the stickers and snack erasers. Those little surprises made them feel so special and cared for. It truly meant a lot to them to know that people they have never met are thinking about them and supporting their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1770657230731,"projectUrl":"project/full-bellies-focused-minds/10088397/","projectTitle":"Full Bellies, Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6341620_orig.jpg?crop=940,940,x0,y144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553303449101","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6341620"},{"teacherId":7741172,"projectId":9327020,"letterContent":"Thank you for generous donation. Having a 3D printer in the classroom with Prek students have changed how they view technology. 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