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Thanks to you, they got to add a personal touch to a big milestone.\r\n\r\nWe appreciate your generosity and the role you played in making this celebration even more special.","fullyFundedDate":1746649982843,"projectUrl":"project/every-graduate-deserves-to-shine/9321140/","projectTitle":"Every Graduate Deserves to Shine!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Colvin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7087746"},{"teacherId":5561710,"projectId":5978704,"letterContent":"Our high school book clubs are growing exponentially! Our entire English department is supporting students through Reading Wednesdays, where students read in class a book of their choice. Thanks to you, our supporter and donor, we have been able to meet the high demand of a variety of genres and formats, we have been able to support our avid readers. As soon as we received these highly popular titles and topics requested by our high school students, and we were able to match each reader's request with the book they asked for. These books have provided representation, culturally relevant themes and relatable characters and settings for students to discuss during our Reading Wednesday sessions. We have been able to fill our library shelves with these books but we know that word is spreading very quickly and theses books are being borrowed over and over.","fullyFundedDate":1636486280324,"projectUrl":"project/reading-wings-give-books-that-fly-off-o/5978704/","projectTitle":"Reading Wings: Give Books that Fly off Our Library Shelves","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sierra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5561710_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1532470789465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/projectlitlincolnabes"},{"teacherId":3294868,"projectId":3787908,"letterContent":"I can hardly explain they joy my students experienced when opening the boxes and pulling out our new drum heads. We use our instruments quite often and the equipment really needed replacing. Seeing their faces as they experienced your generosity was a special moment. \r\n\r\nNow that we have dependable equipment, my students are digging in on their music making. We are currently preparing to perform at a drumline competition that our school hosts each year. Having equipment that is repaired and at its highest quality is going to make our performance even better.\r\n\r\nThanks again! We couldn't do this without your support.","fullyFundedDate":1550868785776,"projectUrl":"project/drum-heads-for-our-drumline/3787908/","projectTitle":"Drum Heads for Our Drumline","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Briggs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3294868_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449614695725","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lincolnabesmusic"},{"teacherId":8076789,"projectId":6421815,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful support. Our project was a success thanks to you! \r\nStudents now have access to books that represent them and challenge them. Our classroom looks more like a library and the students are thrilled. \r\nSince the project has been funded, students are borrowing books from our classroom library at the highest rate ever. Some students have told me that now they love reading because of the novels you helped get in their hands. Students also have been using the books for collaborative book groups called Literature Circles. They have been working with their peers analyzing the texts. \r\nStudents also have been enjoying access to other materials that this project has funded as well as the snacks you have helped us procure. We know that students need supplies and food to be successful in the classroom. \r\n\r\nThese novel sets along with other hands-on activities have brought so much happiness to my students. I am amazed at the level of focus while they are building and I am so grateful I am able to provide this activity for my students.\r\n\r\nI am forever grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1651609564717,"projectUrl":"project/speak-your-truth-literature-circles/6421815/","projectTitle":"Speak Your Truth Literature Circles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8076789_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x128,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634765698397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8076789"},{"teacherId":8076789,"projectId":6209805,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful support. Our project was a success thanks to you! \r\nStudents now have access to books that represent them and challenge them. Our classroom looks more like a library and the students are thrilled. \r\nSince the project has been funded, students are borrowing books from our classroom library at the highest rate ever. Some students have told me that now they love reading because of the novels you helped get in their hands. Students also have been using the books for collaborative book groups called Literature Circles. They have been working with their peers analyzing the texts. \r\nStudents also have been enjoying access to other materials that this project has funded as well as the snacks you have helped us procure. We know that students need supplies and food to be successful in the classroom. \r\n\r\nThese novel sets along with other hands-on activities have brought so much happiness to my students. I am amazed at the level of focus while they are building and I am so grateful I am able to provide this activity for my students.\r\n\r\nI am forever grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1644452740290,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-diverse-books/6209805/","projectTitle":"We need DIVERSE books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8076789_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x128,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634765698397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8076789"},{"teacherId":8076789,"projectId":5972748,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful support. Our project was a success thanks to you! \r\nStudents now have access to books that represent them and challenge them. Our classroom looks more like a library and the students are thrilled. \r\nSince the project has been funded, students are borrowing books from our classroom library at the highest rate ever. Some students have told me that now they love reading because of the novels you helped get in their hands. Students also have been using the books for collaborative book groups called Literature Circles. They have been working with their peers analyzing the texts. \r\nStudents also have been enjoying access to other materials that this project has funded as well as the snacks you have helped us procure. We know that students need supplies and food to be successful in the classroom. \r\n\r\nThese novel sets along with other hands-on activities have brought so much happiness to my students. I am amazed at the level of focus while they are building and I am so grateful I am able to provide this activity for my students.\r\n\r\nI am forever grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1635915685826,"projectUrl":"project/finding-home-immigrant-tales-for-immigr/5972748/","projectTitle":"Finding Home: Immigrant Tales for Immigrant Youth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8076789_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x128,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634765698397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8076789"},{"teacherId":8076789,"projectId":5945837,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful support. Our project was a success thanks to you! Students now have access to books that represent them and challenge them. Our classroom looks more like a library and the students are thrilled. \r\nSince the project has been funded, students are borrowing books from our classroom library at the highest rate ever. Some students have told me that now they love reading because of the novels you helped get in their hands. Students also have been using the books for collaborative book groups called Literature Circles. They have been working with their peers analyzing the texts. \r\nStudents also have been enjoying access to other materials that this project has funded as well as the snacks you have helped us procure. We know that students need supplies and food to be successful in the classroom. \r\n\r\nThese novel sets along with other hands-on activities have brought so much happiness to my students. I am amazed at the level of focus while they are building and I am so grateful I am able to provide this activity for my students. I am forever grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1634832016704,"projectUrl":"project/finding-home-immigrant-tales-for-immigr/5945837/","projectTitle":"Finding Home: Immigrant Tales for Immigrant Youth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8076789_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x128,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634765698397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8076789"},{"teacherId":7087746,"projectId":8802920,"letterContent":"I wanted to reach out and thank you for your contribution to the translator devices. Although I would love to share a photograph of our students using the devices, I am unable to do so due to privacy concerns. As you may know, student privacy regulations are important, and we must always be mindful of the sensitive nature of our students' personal information. Additionally, some of our students face language barriers that prevent them from writing or communicating easily in English, which makes it challenging for them to write letters of gratitude. However, please know that your donation has made a tremendous difference in their education, even if we cannot provide a photo or a letter from each of them directly.\r\n\r\nThe translation devices have not only helped students understand lesson content, but they have also encouraged them to feel more engaged in class discussions and activities. For example, students who were once hesitant to participate in group work are now more confident in contributing their thoughts and ideas. This shift in confidence has led to a more inclusive and dynamic learning environment. Teachers have also noted an improvement in the overall classroom atmosphere, as students feel more supported and able to connect with their peers and the content.\r\n\r\nYour continued support of our students means the world to us. The resources you have provided give our students a better opportunity to succeed and thrive in their academic journey. It is because of donors like you that we are able to create an environment where every student, regardless of their language abilities, can experience growth and success. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and for the difference you are making in the lives of these students.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your kindness and commitment to supporting our classroom. Your donation has truly been a game-changer, and we are incredibly thankful for the positive impact it has had on our students this semester.","fullyFundedDate":1729529118686,"projectUrl":"project/translation-device-needed-for-english-la/8802920/","projectTitle":"Translation Device Needed for English Language Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Colvin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7087746"},{"teacherId":7087746,"projectId":8730303,"letterContent":"I want to express my gratitude for your generous donation of binders. Your contribution allowed my students to learn about the Executive branch through creating comprehensive \"manual\" that would onboard a new president. They really enjoyed this project!\r\n\r\nI thoroughly believe that project-based learning is the best way for students to learn. With this being an election year, allowing them to work through this project while learning about the election process and role of the executive branch was really meaningful. Some of my students asked to keep their manuals. For those who didn't, I will reuse for this project next year.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a part of this project. I truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1726353700994,"projectUrl":"project/lhs-students-for-president/8730303/","projectTitle":"LHS Students for President!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Colvin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7087746"},{"teacherId":5561710,"projectId":5505769,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving to this project! The overall benefit is difficult to measure, but it was far reaching. This project helped get us through one of the hardest times and school years. We needed more supports for students at this time and were so thankful to have access to these technology resources which were not available to us otherwise. The reading supports in the absence of physical books, the audiobooks and research tools we were given access to for all subjects: science, social studies, ELA, and many others. 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