{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Arthur Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":45.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8015623,"projectId":9859322,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous gift of a full classroom set of headphones. Your support is more than a donation—it's an investment in our students' ability to focus, explore, and succeed.\r\nThese headphones have help to create a learning environment where every student can engage deeply with their lessons, work at their own pace, and experience the joy of understanding without distraction. For many of my students, this simple tool have already made a meaningful difference in their confidence and their ability to thrive.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness, your belief in our mission, and your commitment to helping my students reach their full potential. Your generosity will be felt in our classroom every single day. We really appreciation your support!","fullyFundedDate":1762370601435,"projectUrl":"project/plug-in-to-success/9859322/","projectTitle":"Plug in to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8015623"},{"teacherId":5685423,"projectId":9622706,"letterContent":"We have used each of the items donated daily. We were in need of curtains for our dividing windows in our classroom. We now have curtains that are hanging in our classroom to further keep us concealed and safe in the event of an intruder. \r\n It is very important that our surfaces and items stay clean so that we will not miss any school due to being sick. We have used our supply of sanitizing spray to keep us healthy for the beginning of cold and flu season. We used the spray each day to sanitize our surfaces. We also spray the many classroom items that we share each day amongst the other students in the school. \r\n We greatly appreciate the assistance given to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758202638177,"projectUrl":"project/more-classroom-goodies/9622706/","projectTitle":"More Classroom Goodies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gaut-Cartwright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5685423_orig.png?crop=1088,1088,x0,y116&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568339208050","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5685423"},{"teacherId":10085087,"projectId":9981308,"letterContent":"The pencil sharpener you provided brought an immediate spark of excitement to our classroom. Our old sharpener had completely given out, leaving students frustrated and interrupting their flow during lessons. When the new ones arrived, you would've thought it was a holiday. Students lined up eagerly, amazed at how smoothly it worked and how quickly they could get back to writing. We now have a colored pencil sharpener as well a regular pencil sharpener! Something as simple as a dependable sharpener truly lifted their spirits and helped restore a sense of normalcy and independence in our daily routines.\r\nThe snacks you donated made an equally meaningful impact, especially during our mid‑year testing. Many of my students rely on a little boost to stay focused and calm during long assessments, and your snacks provided exactly that. With full stomachs and steady energy, they were able to concentrate better, work more confidently, and push through challenging sections without feeling overwhelmed. I'm proud to share that their scores reflected this support!! Several students showed noticeable improvement, and many expressed how much the snacks helped them stay on track.\r\nYour generosity didn't just supply items; it created moments of joy, comfort, and confidence for my students. Thank you for making such a real difference in their learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1767670582031,"projectUrl":"project/small-supplies-big-impact-empowering-y/9981308/","projectTitle":"Small Supplies, Big Impact: Empowering Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10085087_orig.jpg?crop=3003,3003,x20,y715&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767731089647","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10085087"},{"teacherId":5224192,"projectId":9819421,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited when the boxes arrived filled with holiday crafts, zipper pouches, scissors, and fresh printer ink. Their faces lit up as we opened everything together, and they couldn't wait to start creating. The holiday craft materials have already been used for cutting, gluing, and decorating, helping students strengthen fine-motor skills while expressing their creativity. The scissors fit their little hands perfectly, and the zipper pouches gave each child a special place to store their supplies, building independence and responsibility in a fun and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThanks to the new printer ink, I am able to provide engaging worksheets, craft templates, and hands-on activities that support our current lessons in early literacy and math. Next, students will continue using these materials in small groups and centers as we work on letter recognition, counting, and following directions through creative projects. Your generosity has brought so much joy, organization, and excitement into our classroom, and it is helping our students grow and thrive every day.","fullyFundedDate":1767026864030,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies/9819421/","projectTitle":"School Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5224192_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635442243348","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5224192"},{"teacherId":2533218,"projectId":9623260,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my DonorsChoose \"Supplies for Success\" for ink, a printer, and brown bags for our Mystery Letter of the Week activities. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are able to enjoy engaging, hands-on literacy experiences that build excitement around learning letters and sounds. The new supplies help everything run smoothly and allow me to focus more on teaching and less on worrying about materials.\r\n\r\nI truly appreciate your support and belief in my students. Thank you for helping make learning fun and accessible for them!","fullyFundedDate":1758820246541,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success-printer-ink-and-b/9623260/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success: Printer, Ink and Brown Bags Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Powelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2533218_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476063535603","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2533218"},{"teacherId":10111836,"projectId":9740508,"letterContent":"Wow! Your generosity means so much to my class and I! With your support, we were able to get over 10 different learning books! These books have already been used in the classroom to help teach lessons on social-emotional development in a fun and new way. Not only have these been great read-alouds, but have also allowed my students to grow in their confidence and communicate skills by expressing how they are feeling. The kiddos have loved learning to use the phrase \"using our big voices\" when situations occur. \r\n\r\nPlease enjoy some of my amazing Kindergarteners doing flash light reading with these books!","fullyFundedDate":1758806745654,"projectUrl":"project/growing-our-kindergarten-minds-with-read/9740508/","projectTitle":"Growing our Kindergarten Minds with Reading Resources!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Powelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10111836_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754342846869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111836"},{"teacherId":3954631,"projectId":9445728,"letterContent":"Our students have absolutely loved the new recess equipment—volleyball nets, hula hoops, basketballs, soccer balls, jump ropes, and kickballs. These materials have transformed our recess time into a more active, engaging, and joyful part of the day.\r\n\r\nStudents use the equipment daily to create their own games, practice skills, and play together in ways they couldn't before. One special moment was watching a group of students work together to set up the volleyball net for the very first time. They organized teams on their own, cheered each other on, and even taught classmates who had never played before. It was a beautiful example of teamwork happening naturally during play.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw all the materials laid out, they were beyond excited. They ran toward the equipment with huge smiles, asking, \"Can we use this today?!\" The hula hoops and jump ropes were an instant hit, and the soccer balls and kickballs quickly became the go-to choice for students who love running and team games. Even students who usually wander during recess are now more active and engaged.\r\n\r\nAs for what's next, my students are excited to use this equipment to create new recess games and routines. They're starting to organize their own mini tournaments, take turns more responsibly, and include more classmates in their play. These resources have encouraged creativity, collaboration, and healthy movement during every recess.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our students and giving them the tools to make recess fun, active, and meaningful. Your generosity has made a real difference in their day-to-day school experience.","fullyFundedDate":1760107369550,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-moving-recess-equipment-for-e/9445728/","projectTitle":"Let’s Get Moving! Recess Equipment for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lynneshia Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3954631_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682043048530","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3954631"},{"teacherId":3954631,"projectId":9642506,"letterContent":"Our new classroom headphones have truly transformed the way my students learn each day. They use them daily for assignments, independent practice, small-group rotations, and all online assessments. Having reliable headphones has allowed my students to stay focused, block out distractions, and fully engage with the instructional platforms we use. Many of our donors use technology at home, but in the classroom it plays a very different and powerful role. These headphones allow students to access differentiated lessons, listen to read-alouds, watch instructional videos at their own pace, and complete testing with clarity and confidence.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is the sense of independence the headphones give them. They love being able to hear their digital lessons clearly without interruptions, and many of them have become more invested in their learning because the tools now match their needs. Programs like iReady, Reading Eggs, Amplify, and district assessments are so much easier for them to navigate with good, comfortable headphones.\r\n\r\nI've also seen certain students—especially those who struggle with focus or who receive additional learning support—really warm up to this technology. For some of my quieter students, the headphones give them a safe, distraction-free learning space. For others who need read-aloud accommodations or benefit from audio-supported tasks, the headphones have helped them feel more confident and successful during tests and everyday assignments.\r\n\r\nOverall, this project has made a significant difference in my classroom. My students are more focused, more engaged, and more confident in their learning. Thank you for investing in tools that make their school experience better every single day. Your support truly matters.","fullyFundedDate":1758202676003,"projectUrl":"project/mic-check-mic-check-123/9642506/","projectTitle":"Mic Check, Mic Check: 1,2,3","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lynneshia Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3954631_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682043048530","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3954631"},{"teacherId":10041828,"projectId":9545526,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of school supplies. Your support means so much to me, and it has already made a significant positive impact on my experience in my second school year as the schools Family Advocate. Receiving the candy and other snacks l was particularly exciting, as I can generously stuff their street bags. It definitely made a big difference when I start organizing their sweet treat bags! Knowing that I have a variety of sweets to thank all the student who were chosen for student of the month.\r\n\r\nYour contribution goes far beyond just providing materials; it shows a commitment to students here at Arthur Elementary. This gift relieves a real financial burden and allows me to truly thrive and show my best strengths to my kids . Thank you for investing in our kids future and for helping to create a more supportive learning environment for them.\r\n\r\nI promise to make the most of these supplies and work hard to achieve the Best school year yet!. Once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1758464257576,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-treats-for-owesome-owls/9545526/","projectTitle":"Sweet Treats for Owesome Owls","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Robles Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10041828_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754670373278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10041828"},{"teacherId":10111836,"projectId":9737859,"letterContent":"Wow! Your generosity and support towards our Kindergarten classroom means so much! With the use of our new Tonies, my class has found a love for reading! They have loved getting the opportunity to create their own stories and become authors through these amazing characters. I have also seen how much this has impacted my ELL students. The joy on their faces when they hear their favorite characters speaking Spanish too is a dream for any teacher. Next up for us, will be writing short sentences that we hear throughout the stories! Let the learning begin!","fullyFundedDate":1758806950719,"projectUrl":"project/growing-our-reading-and-writing-center-w/9737859/","projectTitle":"Growing our Reading and Writing Center with Tonie!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Powelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10111836_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754342846869","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111836"},{"teacherId":2461340,"projectId":9586992,"letterContent":"We asked for crayons, and cool ocean bookmarks for everyone. We are using the crayons for projects in the library.\r\n\r\nThank you for the really cool label maker. We are now letting the small group classes label their own bins and materials.\r\n\r\nWe also included the book, \"Stickler\". It is a sweet story about a loving and sweet oddball. The author is from our state, so kids can make a connection. There is also a Christmas Stickler book that will extend our experience.\r\n\r\nWe so appreciate your support each year and hope you know that we are thankful.\r\n\r\nWe also included the book, \"Stickler\". It is a sweet story about a loving and sweet oddball. The author is from our state, so kids can make a connection. There is also a Christmas Stickler book that will extend our experience.","fullyFundedDate":1756477367164,"projectUrl":"project/go-owls/9586992/","projectTitle":"Go Owls!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2461340"},{"teacherId":5685423,"projectId":9531336,"letterContent":"We have used our items each and every day. I have the entire school that rotates through my classroom each week. Some classes visit STEAM twice a week. There are multiple items that each student uses each day while in the classroom. \r\n Each week we have a different project that we work to complete. So far this year we have learned about how to stay safe and prevent a fire and created fire safety brochures. We have learned tornado facts and created home tornado safety brochures to teach our family how to stay safe. We have participated in a national plastic lid recycling contest and created an art piece to include in the competition. We used remaining plastic lids in the classroom to create our own monsters and create a story for the monsters. We have also helped beautify our school for our Veterans Day program. The items are used each day in a variety of ways. 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