{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Alyce Taylor Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8141852,"projectId":10587273,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my kindergarten students by providing STEM bins for our classroom! These hands-on materials will give my students opportunities to explore, create, build, problem-solve, and learn through meaningful play.\r\n\r\nFor young learners, STEM is about more than building—it is about developing curiosity, perseverance, creativity, communication, and critical-thinking skills. The STEM bins will encourage my students to work together, try new ideas, learn from mistakes, and proudly see themselves as capable problem-solvers.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping create a classroom where my kindergarteners can learn with their hands, think like scientists and engineers, and discover that learning can be both challenging and fun. Thank you for investing in their curiosity and helping them build skills that will last far beyond kindergarten!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1788654975144,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-ideas-kindergarten-st/10587273/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Ideas: Kindergarten STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lusiani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8141852_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635693649269","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8141852"},{"teacherId":8141852,"projectId":10289363,"letterContent":"These decodable readers have had a meaningful impact on my kindergarten students by giving them the opportunity to immediately apply the phonics skills they are learning in class. At the beginning of kindergarten, many students are just beginning to connect letters and sounds and blend those sounds together to read words. Having books that are specifically aligned to the phonics patterns we teach will allow students to experience success as beginning readers.\r\n\r\nRather than relying on pictures or guessing, students will practice using their knowledge of letter-sound relationships, blending, and decoding to read words independently. Repeated practice with decodable texts will strengthen foundational reading skills, build fluency, and increase students' confidence and motivation to read.\r\n\r\nThese books will also provide valuable opportunities for small-group instruction, intervention, partner reading, and independent practice. Students will be able to see their own progress as they move from sounding out simple words to reading sentences and eventually entire books with greater accuracy and fluency.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these readers will help my students see themselves as readers. For many kindergarteners, successfully reading their first book is an exciting and empowering milestone. These resources will help create those moments of success while building the strong phonics foundation they need for continued academic growth.","fullyFundedDate":1779370990970,"projectUrl":"project/little-readers-big-confidence-decodabl/10289363/","projectTitle":"Little Readers, Big Confidence: Decodable Books for Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lusiani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8141852_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635693649269","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8141852"},{"teacherId":1447844,"projectId":9988923,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us build our classroom library! Your generous donation provided my students with a wonderful collection of new books to choose from and enjoy.\r\n\r\nMany of my students are still developing a love of reading, and having exciting, high-interest books available makes such a difference. These books will not only encourage my students to read more, but they will also give them opportunities to practice important reading skills and share their thinking through book reports and classroom discussions.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping them discover that reading can open the door to new adventures, ideas, and possibilities. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1768048012497,"projectUrl":"project/books-to-help-students-love-reading/9988923/","projectTitle":"Books to Help Students LOVE Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Canfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1447844_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485455824536","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-peltier"},{"teacherId":9348398,"projectId":10098818,"letterContent":"This project has made such a meaningful difference in our classroom! My students are using the new resources during our daily reading and literacy instruction, giving them more opportunities to practice important skills in a hands-on and engaging way. One of my favorite moments has been watching students work together with the new materials, helping one another sound out words, build confidence, and celebrate when they master a new skill.\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were so excited! They were eager to open everything, explore the new resources, and immediately wanted to know when we could start using them. Their excitement made it clear how much having new, engaging materials can impact their enthusiasm for learning.\r\nOur next steps are to continue building on the skills we have been practicing and applying them to our reading and writing. Students will use these resources to strengthen their phonics skills, become more confident readers, and practice transferring what they have learned into independent work. I am so grateful to our donors for helping make these learning opportunities possible. Their generosity has brought new excitement to our classroom and is helping my students grow as confident, capable learners!","fullyFundedDate":1778622410901,"projectUrl":"project/decodable-books-in-first-grade/10098818/","projectTitle":"Decodable Books in First Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gustafson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9348398_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698876424960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9348398"},{"teacherId":8108169,"projectId":9988964,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation. My fifth grade students loved reading the books that we received. It was the best way to send them off to middle school understanding that there are so many wonderful books at their fingertips. \r\n\r\nWe were able to read, engage in conversations, and enjoy books from all genres that helped open the door for many of my students. Without your generous financial help and support I would not have been able to give the gift of books to my students. \r\n\r\nThank you again!\r\nTrish Hermesky","fullyFundedDate":1768048046626,"projectUrl":"project/building-readers-one-book-at-a-time/9988964/","projectTitle":"Building Readers, One Book At a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hermesky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8108169_orig.jpg?crop=1545,1545,x2464,y1321&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721255595315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8108169"},{"teacherId":9304231,"projectId":10200490,"letterContent":"These items have made a great impact on our outside play. Students are getting firsthand experience on how wind effect things in the air. By using the rocket balls and foam flying discs they can see how the wind moves things in the air.\r\n\r\n The items are also helping the students build relationships when they are working together taking turns throwing the items up in the air or to each other. Listening to their conversations about how they can change things to make them work better. It is really great to hear them when they realize that the wind plays such a huge part of the activity. You may see frustration at first, but they then work together to from a play on how they can use the wind to help them getting the items to go farther.","fullyFundedDate":1777572209543,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-classroom/10200490/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Annand","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9304231_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698786180622","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9304231"},{"teacherId":8141852,"projectId":9989931,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. The essential supplies you provided for our little hands will make a meaningful difference every single day. From crayons and glue sticks to pencils, paper, and learning materials, these items help create a classroom where students can explore, create, and grow with confidence.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps ensure that every child has the tools they need to learn, participate, and feel successful. Seeing the excitement on their faces when they have new supplies of their own is truly special.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support, thoughtfulness, and investment in our students' education. Thank you for helping our classroom thrive and for making a positive impact on the lives of our little learners.","fullyFundedDate":1768060779128,"projectUrl":"project/helping-little-learners-thrive-with-basi/9989931/","projectTitle":"Helping Little Learners Thrive with Basic Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lusiani","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8141852_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635693649269","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8141852"},{"teacherId":9348398,"projectId":9992596,"letterContent":"Having iPads with protective covers has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. The technology helps students learn by making lessons more interactive, engaging, and accessible. Students are able to practice skills at their own pace, receive immediate feedback, and explore content in ways that support different learning styles—whether through visuals, audio, or hands-on activities. The covers also make the devices safer and easier for young students to handle independently, which builds confidence and responsibility.\r\nWhat excites students most about this new technology is how it brings learning to life. They love being able to create, collaborate, and show what they know in creative ways—such as recording their thinking, drawing models, or playing educational games that reinforce key skills. The iPads feel like a special tool, and students are highly motivated to use them appropriately and thoughtfully.\r\nSeveral students, especially those who struggle with traditional paper-and-pencil tasks, have really warmed to this technology. Some students who are quieter or hesitant to participate are more willing to share their ideas using the iPads. Others who need extra practice benefit from personalized support without feeling singled out. Overall, the iPads have helped create a more inclusive, engaging classroom where students feel supported and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1768155925210,"projectUrl":"project/safe-technology-for-all/9992596/","projectTitle":"Safe Technology for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gustafson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9348398_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698876424960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9348398"},{"teacherId":8724838,"projectId":9989217,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the wonderful books that meet the needs of all of my students. Thank you for the comfy chairs for them to enjoy their new books. I teach special education and the various types of books were enjoyed by all of my students. When it is time for quiet reading or a teacher lead storybook readm to them, my students love to get out the comfy chairs and enjoy the story. It has really made an impact on their interest in reading. \r\n\r\nAs each donation arrived in my classroom, every student would get so excited to open the boxes. As they pulled out the items they would cheer with each other as they jumped up and down with excitement.\r\n\r\nMy students will continue with their love of reading as they sit comfortably in their new chairs in their Cozy Space to Embrace during their daily reading time.","fullyFundedDate":1769660339269,"projectUrl":"project/a-comfy-space-to-embrace/9989217/","projectTitle":"A Comfy Space to Embrace","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. B.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8724838"},{"teacherId":8140590,"projectId":10025684,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been energized by the arrival of these new resources. One standout moment was during a recent project where students worked in small groups to apply what they were learning in a hands-on way. Instead of just reading about the topic, they were able to actively explore, create, and problem-solve together. I watched students who are usually hesitant to participate step forward with ideas, collaborate with their peers, and take real ownership of their learning. It was one of those moments that reminds you why engaging materials matter so much.\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were immediate and genuine—there was excitement, curiosity, and a lot of eager questions. Several students couldn't wait to get started and began brainstorming ways to use the resources right away. That initial enthusiasm carried over into the lesson, helping set a positive tone and encouraging deeper engagement.\r\nThanks to your support, we're now able to build on that momentum. The next steps for our current project involve expanding what we've started: students will refine their work, reflect on their learning, and present their ideas to the class. We're also planning to incorporate more student choice, allowing them to take these tools in directions that match their interests and creativity.\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in how my students experience learning. They're not just completing assignments—they're exploring, creating, and growing with confidence. Thank you for helping make that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1769643981103,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-supplies/10025684/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tresley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8140590_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704745613988","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8140590"},{"teacherId":10408770,"projectId":10033151,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support and belief in our students. Because of you, we are one step closer to transforming our school library into a vibrant, magical space that reflects the needs and dreams of the nearly 500 students who walk through its doors each week.\r\n\r\nOur library is the heart of our school, and your contribution helps turn it into more than just a room—it becomes a welcoming sanctuary. With cozy, flexible seating, and warm lighting, students will have a space where they feel comfortable, inspired, and excited to read. Your kindness sends a powerful message: that their comfort, creativity, and love of learning truly matter.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, these young readers will have a space where they can explore new worlds, build literacy skills, and feel at home. Your generosity is making a lasting difference in their lives.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,\r\nMelissa Diedtrich\r\nSchool Librarian","fullyFundedDate":1768765305535,"projectUrl":"project/once-upon-a-library-creating-a-magical/10033151/","projectTitle":"Once Upon a Library: Creating a Magical Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Diedtrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10408770_orig.jpg?crop=2735,2735,x0,y455&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768613862825","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408770"},{"teacherId":8121143,"projectId":9993122,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to our classroom. Your kindness has sparked curiosity in students and provided great discussions. \r\nThe students enjoy exploring the globe. They are most excited to use it during discussions about places we have studied. It is also a great visual for our space unit. They love role playing being the sun and moon and carrying the globe to demonstrate how it orbits the sun.\r\nDuring reading groups, some of my most needy learners shine by using the leveled readers. 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