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You make our classroom a better place!","fullyFundedDate":1746472397911,"projectUrl":"project/high-engagement-books-for-low-readers/9167391/","projectTitle":"High Engagement Books for Low Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pearce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4407855_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533103704324","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4407855"},{"teacherId":4407855,"projectId":9167260,"letterContent":"I'm very grateful to you for your very generous donations on behalf of our Black Student Union. Representation in literature is so important. Thanks to you, our students were able to read a book that was reflective of their identities, in a way that also helped them discuss topics that impact the Black community in our country. \r\nThe practice of reading a book together was also a great bonding experience for us. We were also able to build empathy with other affinity groups across our school by participating in book groups with them. \r\nThank you for your help!","fullyFundedDate":1746472219411,"projectUrl":"project/black-student-union-book-club/9167260/","projectTitle":"Black Student Union Book Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pearce","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4407855_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533103704324","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4407855"},{"teacherId":9066314,"projectId":10406575,"letterContent":"Your donation arrived at the perfect time. With the start of school, I wanted my room to feel like a place where students actually want to learn, but tables and cubbies only go so far. Thanks to you, I now have real bookshelves to hold the novels and stories my 10th and 12th graders will dive into this year, a steady supply of pencils so no student ever has to sit stuck and empty-handed, and fidgets for the kids who need a little extra help focusing. It might sound like simple things, but to a student who's been without, they say: you belong here, and we're glad you're here.\r\n\r\nWhen a student finds their book on a shelf, or grabs a pencil and gets to work, they'll be benefiting from your generosity, and I'll think of you. You didn't just fund supplies; you helped me build a classroom where every kid feels ready, settled, and supported.\r\n\r\nThank you for choosing to invest in my students and in public education. It truly changes lives.","fullyFundedDate":1787155847390,"projectUrl":"project/set-it-up/10406575/","projectTitle":"Set It Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ricks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9066314_orig.jpg?crop=1433,1433,x597,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714751140681","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rickyricks"},{"teacherId":6432604,"projectId":10387455,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom at West Jordan High School. Your generosity is already making a difference at the start of the year. The hand sanitizer helps students stay healthy as we share the space each day, and the Lysol wipes are especially valuable in our technology-rich classroom, where we use them to keep shared devices and work areas clean and ready for learning. The welcome signs greet students as they enter and provide helpful information that sets a positive, organized tone—letting every student know they are valued and belong here.\r\n\r\nYour donation has also helped us build community in meaningful ways. Our class pet fish has become a calming and connecting presence; students enjoy checking on it and sharing in its care. The games are creating opportunities for students to play together, practice communication and cooperation, and get to know one another as we begin the year. These items have provided more than supplies—they've helped our classroom feel healthy, welcoming, and connected. 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With devices always ready, they can access Sora, our digital reading platform, whenever inspiration strikes—no more interrupted reading sessions. For reluctant and lower-level readers, this consistency builds confidence and strengthens literacy skills in a way that feels natural and engaging.\r\n\r\nThe excitement is real. After our recent library card sign‑up day, students can now use Libby and Sora more easily, and they're genuinely enthusiastic about having books at their fingertips. It's been wonderful to see students who used to shy away from reading now actively browsing and discussing titles.\r\n\r\nYour support has created a more inclusive, reading-friendly classroom. Thank you for helping us open doors to learning—your generosity is directly helping students grow as readers.","fullyFundedDate":1746785752350,"projectUrl":"project/reading-super-powers/9071724/","projectTitle":"Reading Super Powers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frandsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8952320_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688872211879","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsss-frandsen"},{"teacherId":8609422,"projectId":9632776,"letterContent":"Your generous contribution has made a tremendous difference—not just in my classroom, but across our entire school. Thanks to the studio lighting and photography backdrops you helped provide, we've saved significant program funds by handling a lot of our event photography in-house.\r\n\r\nEven more importantly, my students have gained hands-on experience with professional equipment, exploring photography for their own creative projects. This has been a wonderful way to broaden their skills and enrich their learning. Thank you for helping us create these valuable opportunities!","fullyFundedDate":1760717664033,"projectUrl":"project/lights-camera-action/9632776/","projectTitle":"Lights, Camera, Action!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nielsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8609422_orig.jpg?crop=2640,2640,x0,y985&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660154662083","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8609422"},{"teacherId":6432604,"projectId":9952077,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation supporting our Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification program. Your gift allowed us to purchase special shirts for students who pass all the MOS exams—a prize that has already generated so much excitement. As soon as we announced the shirts, students were buzzing with motivation, eager to earn and wear them as a symbol of their hard work and achievement. The shirts will be awarded during a recognition event, giving students a tangible reminder of their accomplishment and inspiring others to pursue certification as well.\r\n\r\nThe MOS certifications are a powerful addition to our students' résumés, demonstrating real-world technology skills to future employers and colleges. With your support, we're not just celebrating success—we're helping students build confidence, set ambitious goals, and take meaningful steps toward rewarding careers. Your investment will have a lasting impact, opening doors for our students and empowering them to achieve even more. Thank you for believing in their potential and making a difference in our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1768405399922,"projectUrl":"project/microsoft-office-specialist-t-shirt-proj/9952077/","projectTitle":"Microsoft Office Specialist T-Shirt Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Black","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6432604_orig.jpg?crop=2146,2146,x169,y579&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755809603012","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6432604"},{"teacherId":9776557,"projectId":9638594,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for your generosity in donating to my classroom project, \"Games for Engagement.\" I received a variety of games and activities for my classroom that we have been using for several months now. \r\n\r\nAt the beginning of class, I will often set aside 15 minutes for class bonding. I put my students in groups with new students each time. With their classmates, they are instructed to play one of the games we were gifted. All the games require the students to work together or talk together. It brings me immense joy when I see them laughing out loud with kids they rarely interact with. Laughter really can break down barriers, and it is working wonders in my class. \r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were confused. I don't know that this approach is very common at the high school level. Their skepticism quickly changed to a feeling of ease knowing that I was giving them time to just relax and interact with each other. I think they are starting to understand the purpose for these activities and look forward to the time we spend bonding now. \r\n\r\nI plan to continue using the materials throughout the school year. I hope to find new ways to use them and continue to engage my students in ways that allow them to build meaningful relationships with their peers. Thank you so much for making a difference for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1760718925176,"projectUrl":"project/building-connections-games-for-engagem/9638594/","projectTitle":"Building Connections: Games for Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Simmons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9776557"},{"teacherId":8280240,"projectId":9605852,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support. As fellow book lovers, you know the power of a great story, but I want to share how these new texts are transforming our classroom in ways you may not expect.\r\n\r\nWith these books, students are developing essential skills like critical thinking, empathy, and text analysis. We focus on understanding character motivations, drawing connections between themes and real life, and discussing different perspectives. Each book is an opportunity to strengthen comprehension and spark curiosity.\r\n\r\nReading in my classroom is now an engaging, interactive experience. Students read independently, in small groups, and participate in lively discussions. The classroom has become a community of readers—students share recommendations, debate plot twists, and even write their own creative responses.\r\n\r\nSome students who previously claimed they'd \"never like a book\" are now reading voraciously—even sneaking a few extra pages during lessons! Their transformation is remarkable. One student, in particular, started the year adamant that reading wasn't for them. Now, they can't put their book down and have begun recommending titles to classmates.\r\n\r\nThese books have truly increased interest in reading and literacy. You're not just providing stories—you're helping to foster lifelong readers. The impact you've made will stay with these teens as they move into adulthood, carrying a love of books and learning with them.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1755740906607,"projectUrl":"project/create-a-love-for-literature/9605852/","projectTitle":"Create a Love for Literature!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8280240"},{"teacherId":7993369,"projectId":9595402,"letterContent":"We have been actively reading these books and engaging in tough conversations that will improve my students ability to serve their diverse peers. I am so thrilled with the donation and ability to be able to read these books with students, this wouldn't have been possible without the help of you! Thanks for helping prepare these leaders to be more empathetic to others and create a school that is more equitable for all. 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