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Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1768934571329,"projectUrl":"project/50-of-growth-lets-go/10017758/","projectTitle":"50% of Growth Let's Go","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nesbitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9922935_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748133981741","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9922935"},{"teacherId":5846868,"projectId":9915970,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting our Thanksgiving music project! Because of you, my students will be able to experience music in a joyful, hands-on, and meaningful way during the fall season.\r\nThe gobble sticks will be an instant favorite and help students practice steady beat, coordination, and ensemble skills while adding lots of smiles and laughter to our lessons. Pairing these instruments with the book Run, Turkey, Run! is going to make music and literacy together in an engaging way. The piano book has been an invaluable resource, allowing me to model songs, accompany students, and expand our seasonal repertoire. The hanging magnets and mesh zipper bags have also made a big difference by keeping our materials organized, accessible, and easy for students to help manage independently. We are using them for our music center game pieces. \r\nBecause of your support, my students aren't just learning about music rather they experienced it. You helped create lessons filled with creativity, collaboration, and excitement, and those moments will stay with them far beyond Thanksgiving. Thank you for investing in my classroom and for making music education so special for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768500783912,"projectUrl":"project/gobble-and-wobble/9915970/","projectTitle":"Gobble and Wobble","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cunningham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5846868_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726786650176","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cunninghammusic"},{"teacherId":5846868,"projectId":9728094,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing prizes, water, and snacks for our students. These items may seem small, but they make a big difference in our classroom by helping students feel supported, motivated, and cared for throughout the school day. The prizes encourage positive behavior, effort, and participation, giving students something to work toward and feel proud of. The water and snacks help students stay focused and energized, especially during long days of learning and performances. When students' basic needs are met, they are better able to engage, learn, and succeed. Your kindness shows our students that their hard work matters and that there are people cheering them on. 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These resources give students healthy ways to manage sensory needs, reduce anxiety, and stay engaged during lessons. When students feel calm and supported, they are better able to focus, participate, and enjoy learning alongside their peers.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes beyond supplies; it shows our students that they are valued and understood. Thank you for helping create an inclusive learning environment where every child has the tools they need to succeed. 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Your donation will have a lasting impact, and we will put these supplies to great use.","fullyFundedDate":1762267690311,"projectUrl":"project/breaking-the-silence/9852895/","projectTitle":"Breaking the Silence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4793918_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690568362858","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4793918"},{"teacherId":10255968,"projectId":9911234,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us get a new whiteboard, markers, and erasers for our library! Your generosity has made a big difference in how we teach and learn. The whiteboard has become a central part of our lessons and activities, allowing students to share ideas, solve problems, and collaborate in real time. Students are excited to come to the library and use the board to brainstorm, draw, and show their thinking.\r\n\r\nHaving these tools has also allowed me to teach more effectively, demonstrating concepts clearly and engaging students in hands-on learning. The markers and erasers mean we can keep activities interactive and organized, and students are developing confidence as they participate and share their ideas. Your support has truly transformed our library into a more dynamic, fun, and inspiring space for learning. 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Many of our students had never had a makerspace experience before, and now they can explore, invent, and collaborate in a fun, engaging environment.\r\n\r\nWith these materials, I can provide more hands-on learning opportunities, encourage teamwork, and guide students in projects that combine creativity with practical thinking. Students are excited to come to the library, experiment with new tools, and share their creations with peers. Your donation has not only enriched our library but also nurtured curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning in every student who visits. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1764718430331,"projectUrl":"project/create-invent-explore-growing-our-lib/9897659/","projectTitle":"Create, Invent, Explore: Growing Our Library Makerspace","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10255968_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757728029251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/milesjoneslibrary"},{"teacherId":10255968,"projectId":9712069,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our students with hygiene supplies! Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our school by ensuring that every child has access to basic necessities. When students have the items they need, they feel more confident, comfortable, and ready to focus on learning each day.\r\n\r\nWith these supplies, I can focus more on teaching and supporting student learning rather than worrying about students' basic needs. Students are showing increased participation, confidence, and pride in themselves and their school. Your support has improved both their well-being and their ability to engage fully in the classroom. Thank you for making such a positive impact!","fullyFundedDate":1766155881163,"projectUrl":"project/confidence-starts-with-care-a-hygiene-c/9712069/","projectTitle":"Confidence Starts With Care: a Hygiene Closet for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10255968_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757728029251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/milesjoneslibrary"},{"teacherId":10255968,"projectId":9841822,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our school library with your generous gift of cleaning supplies! Your contribution has made it possible for us to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming space for all of our students. 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Thank you for making this important impact on our school community!","fullyFundedDate":1766155874412,"projectUrl":"project/a-sparkling-space-for-stories/9841822/","projectTitle":"A Sparkling Space for Stories!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10255968_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757728029251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/milesjoneslibrary"},{"teacherId":9825298,"projectId":9600618,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students now have exciting new baseball pitching equipment that has brought energy, confidence, and big smiles into our Title 1 classroom. From the moment they saw it, the students were buzzing with excitement and couldn't wait to try it out. We use the equipment during skill-building stations where students practice pitching mechanics, accuracy, and teamwork, and it has been incredible to watch students who were once hesitant now step up with confidence. One unforgettable moment was seeing a student throw their first successful pitch and celebrate proudly as their classmates cheered them on.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our students are now building on these skills through friendly games, goal-setting challenges, and lessons focused on sportsmanship and perseverance. Each practice helps them grow not only as young athletes, but as confident, motivated learners who understand the value of effort and teamwork. Your donation has given our students more than new equipment—it has given them excitement for learning, belief in themselves, and an opportunity to discover talents they didn't know they had. 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