{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bay View Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":42.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7901160,"projectId":9887070,"letterContent":"First Thank you so much for donating to my classroom. Thanks to your generosity, my students are more engaged, confident, and excited about learning every day. Our classroom is now a place where students are truly excited to learn, explore, and grow. Your support helped transform ordinary learning moments into meaningful experiences. Instead of simply completing assignments, my students are actively engaging, collaborating, thinking deeply, and taking pride in their learning.\r\n\r\nEvery day, I watch students smile a little brighter, stay engaged a little longer, and push themselves a little further. You didn't just provide supplies you helped build confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for helping create a classroom where every learner feels valued, supported, and engaged. Your kindness is making a lasting difference, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1763562962175,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-learners/9887070/","projectTitle":"Engaging Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morgan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7901160_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658459714351","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/morgan5"},{"teacherId":9746294,"projectId":9581870,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, thank you for helping bring A Calming Sensory Space for Bright Minds to life in our classroom. Because of your generosity and belief in our students, we were able to create a dedicated sensory space filled with tools like a Sensory LED Bubble Tube, Sequin Sensory Wall Frame, stepping stones, a peanut ball, calming lights, sensory pillows, and fidgets that help our learners manage emotions, reduce anxiety, and improve focus. Your support has made a real, lasting difference in the daily lives of our students. \r\n\r\nIn the therapy space, where many students face challenges related to sensory processing, regulation, and attention, having a calm, inviting space to reset has transformed how students experience learning. These tools are not just special items; they are a lifeline that helps children regulate big feelings, find their focus again, and return to lessons feeling safe and supported. I have watched students blossom with confidence as they use this space to calm down, self-regulate, and build crucial lifelong coping skills that extend far beyond the classroom. \r\n\r\nYour kindness has not only helped to enhance academic engagement but has also fostered emotional well-being and resilience in every child who uses this space. Because of you, the space feels more inclusive, comforting, and empowering, and our students feel seen and supported. Thank you for investing in bright minds, compassionate care, and a future where every child has the tools they need to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1758856738233,"projectUrl":"project/a-calming-sensory-space-for-bright-minds/9581870/","projectTitle":"A Calming Sensory Space for Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Calee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9746294"},{"teacherId":7901160,"projectId":9324422,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Dolphin Dollar incentives. Because of your kindness, we are able to consistently recognize and reward students for making positive choices each day.\r\nThe Dolphin Dollar system motivates students to show respect, responsibility, and kindness throughout our school. Students take pride in earning Dolphin Dollars and carefully saving them to spend at the Dolphin Store. This has led to increased positive behavior, stronger self-motivation, and a sense of ownership in their actions.","fullyFundedDate":1746801914686,"projectUrl":"project/inner-dolphins/9324422/","projectTitle":"Inner Dolphins","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morgan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7901160_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658459714351","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/morgan5"},{"teacherId":7901160,"projectId":9143359,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Dolphin Store through your generous donation of Squishmallows. Because of you, we have been able to keep our Dolphin Store open and exciting for our students all year long.\r\nThe Squishmallows have become one of the most loved rewards in our school. Each month, students eagerly look forward to seeing which Squishmallow will be featured next. This excitement has increased positive behavior, motivation, and student engagement as they work hard to earn Dolphin Dollars.\r\nOur Dolphin Store is an important part of our PBIS program, helping reinforce positive choices, responsibility, and kindness. Your donation has made it possible for us to continue recognizing students in a meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1743011738400,"projectUrl":"project/squishmallow-galore/9143359/","projectTitle":"Squishmallow Galore","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morgan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7901160_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658459714351","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/morgan5"},{"teacherId":9727205,"projectId":9850894,"letterContent":"Thanks to this fully funded project, my Title 1 classroom has been transformed into a space where reluctant readers are now choosing to read daily. I serve fourth and fifth grade students who have previously failed the Reading SOL and are currently reading closer to a first grade instructional level. Many of my students struggle with stamina, confidence, and comprehension, and they require high-interest, highly visual texts to stay engaged.\r\n\r\nThe books purchased through this project - graphic novels, boxed sets, and popular high-interest series - have made an immediate and meaningful impact. These texts provide the pictures, humor, and relatable characters my students need to access grade-level content in a way that feels achievable rather than overwhelming. For students who have experienced repeated reading failure, these books removed the fear and replaced it with excitement.\r\n\r\nA key component of this project's success is student voice. I allowed students to help select the titles before submitting the request, ensuring the books reflected their interests. Because of this, students immediately recognized \"their\" books when they arrived. They eagerly picked them up, reread favorites, shared recommendations with peers, and began to see themselves as readers. Several students who previously avoided independent reading time now ask for extra time to read.\r\n\r\nThese books are now used daily during small-group instruction, independent reading, and reading intervention blocks. Students are demonstrating increased reading stamina, improved fluency, and greater motivation to engage with text. Most importantly, they are developing confidence and a positive reading identity—an essential step toward long-term reading success and improved SOL performance.\r\n\r\nThis project did more than purchase books; it helped shift mindsets. My students are no longer just struggling readers - they are becoming reading rock stars.","fullyFundedDate":1762244720937,"projectUrl":"project/turning-reluctant-readers-in-reading-roc/9850894/","projectTitle":"Turning Reluctant Readers in Reading Rockstars!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Florence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727205_orig.png?crop=346,346,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725389818298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/faith-florence"},{"teacherId":6915398,"projectId":9796698,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project and providing these visual schedule materials and interactive reading books! These resources have already made a meaningful impact in my classroom by helping students stay organized, follow routines, and engage more fully in learning activities.\r\n\r\nWith the SchKIDules Magnetic Visual Schedule & Progress Chart and the daily visual schedule magnets, my students with autism, ADHD, or other learning differences can understand daily routines, track progress, and feel more independent and confident in the classroom. The Action! Interactive Reading Book has also been a motivating tool for building literacy, language skills, and engagement through hands-on reading experiences.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has allowed me to create a structured, supportive, and engaging environment where all students can thrive academically and socially. Thank you for helping my students build essential skills and confidence!","fullyFundedDate":1764614353893,"projectUrl":"project/building-routines-and-confidence-with-vi/9796698/","projectTitle":"Building Routines and Confidence with Visual Schedules","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaitlyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaitlynsprojects"},{"teacherId":6915398,"projectId":9796732,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project and providing the Super Duper Say and Do Action Articulation Cards Combo! These cards have already made a meaningful difference in my classroom by helping students practice articulation and speech skills in a fun, engaging, and interactive way.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are able to practice producing target sounds through movement, action, and play...... making speech practice motivating and effective. The cards allow me to work with students individually or in small groups, targeting specific speech goals while keeping learning hands-on and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped my students build confidence, improve clarity in their speech, and participate more fully in classroom communication. Thank you for helping us make meaningful progress in speech and language development!","fullyFundedDate":1764614353909,"projectUrl":"project/say-it-do-it-love-it-fun-practice-for/9796732/","projectTitle":"Say It, Do It, Love It! Fun Practice for Speech!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaitlyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaitlynsprojects"},{"teacherId":6915398,"projectId":9796788,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project and providing these visual communication books and picture card sets! These materials have already had a meaningful impact on my students' ability to communicate, express their needs, and participate more fully in classroom activities.\r\n\r\nWith these tools, my students with autism, ADHD, apraxia, and other communication challenges, can use visual supports to build vocabulary, practice articulation, and sequence thoughts and ideas. The communication books and picture cards allow students to express themselves more independently and confidently, reducing frustration and increasing engagement in learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has allowed me to provide individualized support, create structured visual systems, and help students develop essential communication skills that will benefit them in school and beyond. Thank you for supporting my students' growth and success!","fullyFundedDate":1761209388673,"projectUrl":"project/voices-in-color-bilingual-communication/9796788/","projectTitle":"Voices in Color: Bilingual Communication Tools for Speech Therapy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaitlyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaitlynsprojects"},{"teacherId":6915398,"projectId":9855077,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project and providing Bluebee Pals Pro Sammy the Bear! This interactive, talking bear has already made a big difference in my classroom by engaging students and motivating them to participate in speech, language, and early literacy activities.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are able to practice vocabulary, sentence structure, and communication skills in a fun, interactive way. Sammy helps make learning feel playful and exciting while supporting important language development goals, especially for my youngest learners and those who need extra encouragement to express themselves.\r\n\r\nYour support has made it possible for my students to build confidence, increase engagement, and enjoy learning in new ways. Thank you for helping us make meaningful learning experiences happen!","fullyFundedDate":1762849363516,"projectUrl":"project/speech-smiles-and-success-with-sammy-t/9855077/","projectTitle":"Speech, Smiles, and Success with Sammy the Interactive Bear","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaitlyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaitlynsprojects"},{"teacherId":6915398,"projectId":9888852,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project and providing the English Language Development Skill-Building Centers – Complete Set. These materials have already made a meaningful difference in my classroom by giving students hands-on, engaging opportunities to build their language skills.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my English learners are able to practice vocabulary, sentence structure, listening comprehension, and expressive language through interactive, independent, and small-group activities. The centers allow students to actively participate in their learning while building confidence using academic and conversational English.\r\n\r\nThese resources have helped me differentiate instruction, increase student engagement, and provide consistent language practice throughout the day. Thank you for investing in my students and supporting their growth as confident communicators. Your support is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1763563168934,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-language-through-steam-hands-/9888852/","projectTitle":"Exploring Language Through STEAM: Hands-On Learning Centers for Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaitlyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaitlynsprojects"},{"teacherId":6915398,"projectId":9696247,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and making this project possible! Many of my students are early learners who benefit from visual supports, repetition, and interactive play-based learning. The resources you funded allow me to target critical skills such as vocabulary development, sentence expansion, answering WH-questions, articulation, pronoun use, and social communication in meaningful and motivating ways. These materials are already helping my students participate more confidently, express their wants and needs, and engage more successfully with peers and adults.\r\n\r\nThanks to our donors, this project provided the following instructional materials:\r\n\r\nSuper Duper MagneTalk Match-Up Adventure Kit which supports vocabulary development, labeling, categorization, and expressive language through interactive magnetic play.\r\n\r\nBluebee Pals Leo the Lion which encourages engagement, joint attention, listening skills, and motivation during speech and language activities.\r\n\r\nSuper Duper Vocalic /r/ Photo Cards with Reptile Reinforcers which targets articulation skills with visual supports and reinforcement to increase accuracy and confidence.\r\n\r\nSuper Duper Ask & Answer \"WH\" Bingo Game which builds comprehension and expressive language by practicing who, what, where, when, and why questions in a fun group format. The kids have LOVED this game!\r\n\r\nSuper Duper Webber Story Builder which helps students expand sentences, build narratives, and improve grammar and sequencing skills.\r\n\r\nFoldable Rolling Utility Cart which allows my materials to be organized and transported easily between classrooms and therapy spaces, maximizing instructional time. This has been super helpful!!!!\r\n\r\nSolobo Toys Spin & Drop Weather & Color Wheels which provides hands-on, tactile learning opportunities that support cause-and-effect, language concepts, and attention. This has also had the most use so far in therapy sessions!\r\n\r\nVisual Schedule Cards which support predictability, transitions, and understanding of routines, especially helpful for students with communication and regulation needs.\r\n\r\nSO again, THANK YOU!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1763563168665,"projectUrl":"project/motivating-minds-with-stories-and-sounds/9696247/","projectTitle":"Motivating Minds with Stories and Sounds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaitlyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaitlynsprojects"},{"teacherId":9727205,"projectId":9681506,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting my project, \"Prizes That Spark Reading Confidence for Our Older Elementary Students.\" Your donations have brought genuine joy and motivation into my classroom, and I am so grateful for the impact you've made.\r\nBecause of you, my students now have an amazing collection of incentives—animal take-apart erasers, rubber duckies, tiny plush animals, keychains, and other fun treasures that truly excite them. You would be amazed at how something so small can make such a big difference.\r\nMany of my students have struggled with reading for years, and reaching their goals sometimes feels overwhelming for them. But now, when they see these fun prizes waiting for them, they suddenly want to push themselves. They lean in, they focus, and they try just a little harder because they know success is within reach and celebrated in a meaningful way.\r\nThe energy in our classroom has completely shifted. Students who used to avoid reading are now asking, \"Can I read with you today?\" or \"How many points until I earn a prize?\" They proudly show off their ducks and mini plushies as symbols of achievement, and the confidence that grows from those moments is priceless.\r\nYour generosity didn't just provide prizes...you helped create a culture of excitement, pride, and perseverance. You helped struggling readers believe in themselves again.\r\nThank you for supporting my students, believing in their potential, and making reading feel rewarding and fun. 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