{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Barbara Vick Early Child Center","outOfStateSupporters":20.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4966917,"projectId":10197078,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom, school and students. My students were SO excited when they saw the packages arriving and couldn't wait to see what was inside. Once the pieces came out of the boxes their enthusiasm was so high. Then we started building!\r\n Once everything was put together and placed out in the playground area...the line started to form so everyone could have a turn! Students repeatedly went up and down the ladder and the slide. Then they figured out the rock wall and everyone started climbing. They also took turns on the play structure as well as riding the scooter! They love the light up wheels. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1777050646997,"projectUrl":"project/runjumpclimband-scoot/10197078/","projectTitle":"Run...Jump...Climb...and Scoot!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Halloran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4966917_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x0,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776279656541","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-halloran"},{"teacherId":810390,"projectId":10095139,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. We are so grateful. My students are loving all of the materials and they are so excited for our caterpillars to turn into butterflies. These materials have been instrumental for bringing this unit to life. The puzzle, jack in the box, sensory bin and life cycle figurine are amazing!\r\n\r\nOur caterpillars are currently in their chrysalises and my students are anxiously awaiting them changing into butterflies. The hungry caterpillar sensory bin has also been a great addition to our classroom. Thank you again!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1771098393728,"projectUrl":"project/watch-me-grow-the-magic-life-cycle/10095139/","projectTitle":"Watch Me Grow! the Magic Life cycle.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp810390_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x241,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668873627420","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/810390"},{"teacherId":9132087,"projectId":10131990,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom! Because of you, our students now have access to rhythm sticks, observational drawing boards, and letter-building materials that have truly transformed our daily learning experiences. We've been using the rhythm sticks during music and movement time to explore patterns, beat, and coordination, while the observational drawing boards have supported our young artists in slowing down, noticing details, and expressing what they see. Our letter-building materials have become a favorite during small group and choice time, helping students strengthen early literacy skills in a hands-on, meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate and contagious! They couldn't wait to explore each item, and many of them naturally began collaborating—tapping rhythms together, comparing drawings, and building letters side by side. One especially special moment was during reflection, when a student proudly shared their detailed drawing created on the board and explained how they \"looked really close\" to add tiny features they hadn't noticed before. It was a beautiful example of how these materials are encouraging focus, creativity, and confidence.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're excited to continue building on this momentum. We plan to integrate the rhythm sticks into storytelling and patterning activities, use the drawing boards for ongoing observational studies connected to our classroom explorations, and expand our letter-building work into name writing and simple word creation. Your support has opened the door for deeper engagement, creativity, and joyful learning in our classroom, and we are so grateful for the impact you've made on our students each and every day.","fullyFundedDate":1774625753835,"projectUrl":"project/play-create-learn-essentials-for-our/10131990/","projectTitle":"Play, Create, Learn: Essentials for Our Preschool Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9132087_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747580424625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9132087"},{"teacherId":10009172,"projectId":9298503,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me provide new and different art materials for my students! Art is so important in our classroom as we see it as a way for children to freely express themselves. The students are so appreciative of the new materials and are beyond excited to create new pieces of art with them! In our room, we have so many little artists and love to support their creative ideas. We are looking forward to our next field trip to the Art Institute in Chicago. The children will look for pieces that inspire them to further their explorations!","fullyFundedDate":1746136801438,"projectUrl":"project/little-minds-with-big-imagination/9298503/","projectTitle":"Little Minds With Big Imagination","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peyton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10009172_orig.jpg?crop=645,645,x67,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745976798185","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10009172"},{"teacherId":9293912,"projectId":9885644,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us reach our goal! We were so excited when the rugs and supplies arrived! The students have been playing and learning on the new rugs. They have served as a base for building, a road for cars and a place to relax. The rugs came wrapped around large cardboard tubes that we used as ramps! They provided a new play invitation. : )\r\n\r\nThe trays have been used for different types of sensory play. They have already been filled with shaving cream, beans, rice and pasta! They trays allow us to move materials around the room. Sensory play is a favorite in our classroom and the trays have been a wonderful addition.\r\n\r\nFinally, we have used the knives an cutting boards during snack time and play doh play. They are helping strengthen fine motor skills and self-help skills.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom. We greatly appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1769732594738,"projectUrl":"project/play-lay-and-enjoy-the-day/9885644/","projectTitle":"Play, Lay, and Enjoy the Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Michelle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9293912_orig.jpg?crop=1160,1160,x0,y11&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696776026171","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-michelle-107"},{"teacherId":6977627,"projectId":9926064,"letterContent":"Thank you for all your support as we achieved our goal to acquire these marble run materials for our class.\r\n\r\nThe enjoyment that they bring to my students is evident every day. Their curiosity and wonder grow with each opportunity they have to explore the materials. These materials have increased peer interactions and teach sharing and collaboration daily. Language skills grow as my students describe what is happening and what they built.\r\nWe appreciate everything these materials have provided for our classroom and are thankful for all the skills my students continue to develop while utilizing the materials!","fullyFundedDate":1764598830804,"projectUrl":"project/roll-with-us/9926064/","projectTitle":"Roll with Us","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6977627_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603913916355","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6977627"},{"teacherId":9132087,"projectId":10031186,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom will soon be experiencing something truly magical this spring — hatching our very own chicks. Your support in providing an incubator and a Bruder brooder box is bringing a real-life science experience into the hands and hearts of our preschoolers in a way that no book or video ever could.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the children were immediately curious. They asked questions, made predictions, and began wondering out loud about what it will be like to watch eggs transform into living chicks. Even before the eggs arrive, this project has sparked rich conversations about life cycles, animals, and caring for living things.\r\n\r\nOnce our eggs are in the incubator, the children will become daily observers and scientists. We will track the days, monitor temperature and humidity, and document changes through observational drawings. These drawings will allow the children to slow down, look closely, and represent what they see — an important early literacy and fine motor skill rooted in authentic inquiry. They will compare their drawings over time, noticing how their thinking and understanding evolve as the chicks develop.\r\n\r\nWhen the chicks hatch, the Bruder box will become a safe home where the children can continue their observations up close. They will learn about responsibility, gentleness, and empathy as they help care for the chicks. We will measure food and water, discuss what the chicks need to grow, and continue journaling and sketching what we notice each day.\r\n\r\nThis project beautifully connects science, literacy, math, art, and social-emotional learning in a meaningful way that is developmentally appropriate for preschoolers. Your gift is not just equipment — it is wonder, curiosity, patience, and discovery brought to life in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our students the opportunity to witness something unforgettable. These are the kinds of experiences children talk about for years, and it is all possible because of you.","fullyFundedDate":1769382248128,"projectUrl":"project/the-incredible-journey-from-egg-to-chick/10031186/","projectTitle":"The Incredible Journey from Egg to Chick","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9132087_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747580424625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9132087"},{"teacherId":810390,"projectId":9929258,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. We have already started using the materials and my students love them. These storytelling kits help students to understand the stories that we read. They love using the props to follow along with the story. We have many students with special needs and the more concrete we can make the lessons, the better it is for these students. These materials also help to keep the students engaged. Some students have limited experience with books and stories and are sometimes difficult to keep engaged. I am so grateful for your generous support of our classroom. Thank you!!","fullyFundedDate":1764605369298,"projectUrl":"project/preschool-storytelling-kits/9929258/","projectTitle":"Preschool Storytelling Kits","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp810390_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x241,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668873627420","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/810390"},{"teacherId":9132087,"projectId":9926066,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Building Bright Readers: Supporting Early Literacy in Our Classroom project. Because of your generosity, our students now have access to a hands-on rhyming kit, mini markers for drawing and writing, and felt storytelling props that have already made a powerful impact on their learning. These materials have brought literacy to life in our classroom, allowing children to actively engage with sounds, stories, and symbols in meaningful and developmentally appropriate ways.\r\n\r\nThe rhyming kit has quickly become a favorite during small-group and literacy center time. Students love manipulating the pieces, matching rhyming words, and proudly explaining their thinking to peers. The mini markers have supported fine-motor development while encouraging children to draw pictures, practice pre-writing shapes, and attempt early letter forms with confidence. Meanwhile, the felt storytelling props have transformed our read-alouds—children eagerly retell familiar stories, create their own narratives, and collaborate with classmates as they build vocabulary and comprehension through play.\r\n\r\nBecause of these materials, I am able to offer more intentional, hands-on literacy instruction that meets students where they are. Children are staying engaged longer, using richer language, and showing increased confidence as emerging readers and writers. Your support has helped create a classroom environment where literacy is joyful, interactive, and accessible to every learner. Thank you for helping us build bright readers and a strong foundation for a lifelong love of learning. 💛","fullyFundedDate":1764218864685,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-readers-supporting-earl/9926066/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Readers: Supporting Early Literacy in Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9132087_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747580424625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9132087"},{"teacherId":9132087,"projectId":9473432,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in helping fund our Cozy Creations project. Because of you, our classroom now has two cozy chairs, a mirrored table, and a wall mirror that have completely transformed how children gather, relax, and connect with one another. From the very first day, the children were drawn to this new space—curling up with books, carefully pouring \"tea\" for friends, and settling in for quiet moments of shared play. These materials have created an inviting environment where children feel comfortable, calm, and inspired to slow down and engage.\r\n\r\nWhen the children first saw the new furniture, their faces lit up with excitement. They immediately began exploring—touching the mirrors, watching their reflections, and excitedly choosing books to read in the cozy chairs. One of the most special moments has been watching small groups naturally form for pretend tea parties and storytelling, with children taking turns, using gentle voices, and lingering longer than ever before. The mirrored table has sparked curiosity and conversation as children observe themselves and their materials, deepening both social interaction and self-awareness.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, this cozy space will continue to grow alongside our learning. As we move forward, the area will become an intentional part of our identity and literacy work—supporting self-portraits, book discussions, and small-group reflections. The children are already beginning to use the mirrors to study facial expressions and emotions, and we look forward to building on this through art, storytelling, and documentation. Your generosity has given our students more than furniture—you've created a space of comfort, belonging, and meaningful connection, and we are so grateful for the peek you've taken into our classroom and the lasting impact you've made. 💛","fullyFundedDate":1762798825385,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corners-for-creative-play/9473432/","projectTitle":"Cozy Corners for Creative Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9132087_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747580424625","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9132087"},{"teacherId":4966917,"projectId":9877348,"letterContent":"Thank you all SO much for supporting my classroom, students, and school. The students absolutely love the new items. The caterpillar is such a favorite...the students can climb on top, crawl through and explore. The students love sitting inside the wagons and pulling one another around the playground and taking turns. The ride in car has also been very popular. Students are taking turns sitting inside and pushing one another. All of these items are wonderful and have brought such joy to my students as well as other students in our school who use these items outside during recess.\r\nThank you again,\r\nSean","fullyFundedDate":1762785662270,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-outside-run-jump-climb-and/9877348/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Outside! Run, Jump, Climb and Explore!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Halloran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4966917_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x0,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776279656541","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-halloran"},{"teacherId":810390,"projectId":9820359,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support for our classroom. My students were sooo excited when our new sand table arrived. It has quickly become the most popular activity during choice time. Students are developing fine motor skills through scooping, pouring, digging and molding. Using tools like our new shovels, buckets and sieves refines hand - eye coordination. Students are learning mathematical concepts through measuring, comparing and counting. 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