{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Brown Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8116355,"projectId":9990716,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a noticeable difference in our classroom routines and learning environment. The new classroom supplies—privacy folders, pens, an electronic stapler, and organization materials—have helped make our space more structured and supportive for students. The privacy folders have been especially helpful during independent work and assessments because they allow students to stay focused on their own thinking. During a recent math activity, students used their privacy folders while solving problems independently before we came together to discuss strategies. It created a sense of responsibility and helped students feel confident working through problems on their own.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they were genuinely excited. Something as simple as new pens made them feel like their work was important, and the privacy folders quickly became a tool they were proud to use during quiet work time. The organization supplies have also helped keep our classroom running smoothly, making it easier for students to access materials and stay on task throughout the day.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue supporting our daily lessons and projects as students practice working more independently. As we move into new reading and writing units, students will use the privacy folders during small group activities, peer editing, and assessments to help them stay focused and confident. Your support has helped create a classroom environment where students can stay organized, engaged, and ready to learn each day. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1768071190018,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-minds-a-strong-classro/9990716/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Minds & a Strong Classroom Community","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carlson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8116355_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699315410544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8116355"},{"teacherId":3614321,"projectId":10021705,"letterContent":"Your generous donation has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. The anchor chart paper and classroom supplies have helped create a more engaging and organized learning environment for my students. Anchor charts are an important part of how I teach because they allow us to visually capture important ideas, strategies, and examples while we are learning together. These charts stay up in the classroom so students can refer back to them during independent work, which helps reinforce skills and build confidence as they learn.\r\n\r\nMy students are especially excited about having fresh materials to work with and new charts to reference during lessons. When we create anchor charts together, students feel proud seeing their ideas added to the chart and displayed in the room. It makes learning more interactive and helps them remember important concepts because they helped build the resource themselves.\r\n\r\nSome of my students rely heavily on visual reminders, so these materials have already made a big impact. Being able to quickly look up at a chart to remind themselves of a strategy in reading, writing, or math helps them stay independent and engaged. Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping create tools that my students can use every day to grow as learners.","fullyFundedDate":1768619583666,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-for-curious-minds/10021705/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials for Curious Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Zoratti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3614321_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1463602399872","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3614321"},{"teacherId":9350210,"projectId":10004328,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your generous donations which helped me purchase flexible seating for my students! When we imagine children in school, we picture them sitting quietly, completing their work, feeling safe and comfortable. For a student with autism, sitting quietly without moving is not always comfortable and therefore they do not always feel safe. Asking these students to sit for long periods of time without moving around does not accommodate their needs and physical well-being.\r\n\r\nMy students were SO excited to get their \"special chairs\" and they helped unbox the chairs with giggles and exclamations of delight! I wish you could have seen the joy on their faces to understand how something as simple as a chair can bring true comfort and joy to a child. Even my most impacted students love sitting in these chairs as it provides just the right amount of movement to keep them regulated without causing distractions to other students. For the first time ever, they all feel comfortable and safe sitting down to complete their work. I will be forever grateful for your assistance in helping me provide much-needed tools to help my students feel as happy and comfortable as any other child. They deserve it so with my whole heart, thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1768177114348,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-little-learners/10004328/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Little Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Orton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9350210_orig.jpg?crop=2607,2607,x0,y34&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699030358010","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9350210"},{"teacherId":9571539,"projectId":9948801,"letterContent":"How are you and your students using the new resources? Share a specific classroom project or moment.\r\nOur new floor cushions and ECR4Kids Wave Seats have completely transformed our classroom environment! We are using them during small group reading instruction, independent reading time, and even during math centers. One special moment that stood out was during our reading workshop. Students were able to spread out with their books, choose a comfortable seat, and truly settle in. I noticed longer stamina, deeper focus, and more meaningful partner discussions. The flexible seating has given students ownership over their learning space, and it has made our classroom feel even more welcoming and calm.\r\n\r\nHow did your students react when they first saw the materials?\r\nThe excitement was immediate! When the cushions and Wave Seats were introduced, there were huge smiles and lots of \"Wow!\" and \"Can we try them now?\" Students were eager to test them out and quickly began talking about which option felt best for their learning style. It was wonderful to see them so engaged and appreciative. They understood right away that these materials were generously donated just for them, and they felt very special.\r\n\r\nWhat are the next steps for your students on a current classroom lesson or project?\r\nWe are currently building reading stamina and strengthening comprehension skills. The next step is having students apply deeper thinking strategies—such as making inferences and supporting their answers with text evidence—during independent reading and small group discussions. The flexible seating allows students to work comfortably for longer periods of time, which supports these higher-level thinking tasks. We will also continue using the seating during collaborative STEM and problem-solving activities, where students can easily move, gather, and share ideas. These resources are helping us create a more flexible, student-centered learning environment every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1766786329811,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-focused-learners/9948801/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Focused Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Skidmore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9571539_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767851744039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9571539"},{"teacherId":9571539,"projectId":9869906,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has been transformed in such a positive and meaningful way! The yoga ball chairs have truly made an impact on my students' learning experience each day.\r\n\r\nFrom the very first moment the students walked in and saw the yoga ball chairs, their eyes lit up with excitement. There were smiles, gasps, and so many eager questions about when they could try them. It instantly created a sense of joy and ownership in our classroom. They felt special knowing that someone cared enough about their learning and comfort to support them in this way.\r\n\r\nWe are using the yoga ball chairs throughout the day during whole-group lessons, independent work time, and small group instruction. One especially powerful moment happened during a writing workshop. A student who often struggles to stay focused during longer writing periods was able to gently bounce and move while brainstorming and drafting. Instead of getting up repeatedly or losing focus, they remained engaged and completed their entire piece. The flexible seating allows students to release energy in a productive way, helping them concentrate longer and participate more actively in discussions.\r\n\r\nThe yoga ball chairs have also supported collaboration. During reading groups, students are more attentive and comfortable, which has led to richer conversations about texts. I've noticed fewer disruptions and more thoughtful participation, especially from students who benefit from movement to regulate their bodies.\r\n\r\nNext, we are continuing to build stamina during our literacy block. Students are working on extending their independent reading time and developing stronger written responses to texts. With the added movement and sensory support from the yoga ball chairs, they are better equipped to stay focused and engaged as we dive deeper into comprehension strategies and multi-paragraph writing. We're also beginning a research project where students will gather information, organize notes, and present their findings — and the flexible seating is already helping them maintain the focus needed for these longer tasks.\r\n\r\nYour support has done more than provide seating — it has created a more inclusive, engaging, and student-centered learning environment. My students feel valued, comfortable, and ready to learn each day. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1764685058892,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-and-balanced-bodies/9869906/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds and Balanced Bodies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Skidmore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9571539_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767851744039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9571539"},{"teacherId":4202428,"projectId":10014107,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to our classroom. Your monetary help provided flexible seating to meet the needs of diverse learners. \r\n\r\nStudents are using flexible seating daily to help with focus and on task behavior. My students are more engaged and able to pay attention for longer increments of time. As a result, third graders are leading on topic academic discussions and more students are participating. \r\n\r\nWobble stools have helped with sensory support to improve student collaboration. Your educational support is appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1768508138157,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/10014107/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Keyes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4202428_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1484204923280","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4202428"},{"teacherId":4045507,"projectId":10034683,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations toward the class sets of four new titles to our library. These have given so many smiles to the students unpacking brand new books. They have created interest for countless students with new titles and other titles by the authors. Enjoying reading as a whole class is a special experience. Not only hearing the words but being able to follow along with the words, helps enhance the experience by building reading skills and vocabulary that students may not have been otherwise exposed to. These books will be enjoyed by many classes for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1768714265323,"projectUrl":"project/updated-class-sets/10034683/","projectTitle":"Updated Class Sets","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roeder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4045507_orig.jpg?crop=958,958,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723257366359","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4045507"},{"teacherId":9571539,"projectId":9860221,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Bringing Current Events to Life with Scholastic News!\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nMany of our donors love reading (we do too!), but may not always see what teaching reading really looks like day to day. With these Scholastic News magazines, students are building essential skills such as identifying main ideas, finding text evidence, understanding nonfiction text features, and discussing real-world topics. They are also learning how to think critically about current events and connect what they read to their own lives—all at an age-appropriate level.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is active and engaging. Students read together, highlight key details, discuss new vocabulary, and share their thoughts during class conversations. These magazines spark curiosity and lead to thoughtful questions, meaningful discussions, and even debates. Students are excited to read because the topics feel relevant and important to them.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were once reluctant readers are especially enjoying these new texts. Because the articles are timely and visually engaging, students who might struggle with longer books feel more confident jumping in. I've seen students eagerly raise their hands to share facts they learned, reread articles during free time, and talk about the stories with classmates long after the lesson ends.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our students are not just learning how to read—they are learning how to understand the world around them. Your support has truly brought learning to life, and we appreciate you more than we can say.","fullyFundedDate":1761581193325,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-current-events-to-life-with-sch/9860221/","projectTitle":"Bringing Current Events to Life with Scholastic News!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Skidmore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9571539_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767851744039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9571539"},{"teacherId":8940693,"projectId":9994356,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing supplies and organizational supplies to our classroom. It has helped create more space for student learning, along with making our classroom a more functional learning space. The spiral notebooks will be put to great use with writing journals and math journals. We go through a lot of them every year! The standing computer desk has allowed us to get rid of big, bulky furniture. It allows me to stand and teach and get a better view of student work when I'm writing on the document camera. The file organizers have allowed for students to be able to find their work quickly and easily and keep things organized. We really appreciate the help in creating a high level learning classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768155415282,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-organization-and-supplies/9994356/","projectTitle":"Classroom Organization and Supplies.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. King","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8940693_orig.jpg?crop=2972,2972,x0,y29&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723230374257","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8940693"},{"teacherId":5260865,"projectId":9814881,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my kindergarten classroom! Your generous donation brought a new listening center storage unit to our room! This is super exciting! This new piece of furniture will help us organize and utilize our listening center so much easier. My tiny humans are so excited to set this up and get listening to new stories everyday! \r\n\r\nThis unit will hold multiple CD players, many pairs of headphones, all of our stories on CD and their books! Not only will we be more organized but this new system will give students the ability to access our listening center independently...which is exciting for me and my tiny learners!! Thank you again for supporting my kindergarten classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1764689836598,"projectUrl":"project/listening-center-for-little-learners/9814881/","projectTitle":"Listening Center for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barsodi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5260865_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522214779297","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-barsodi"},{"teacherId":1668760,"projectId":9614034,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with your generous donation toward our prize box items! Your kindness made an immediate and exciting impact on our students.\r\nBecause of you, our prize box is now filled with fun, engaging rewards that motivate students to work hard, meet their goals, and demonstrate positive behavior every day. When our students earn a chance to choose something from the prize box, you can see their faces light up with pride—you helped create those moments!\r\nThese items encourage:\r\nPositive choices throughout the day\r\nIncreased engagement during learning time\r\nGoal-setting and perseverance\r\nA joyful, encouraging classroom community\r\nStudents often tell us how much it means to have something special they earned through their own hard work. Your contribution doesn't just fill a box—it strengthens their confidence, builds healthy habits, and shows them that there are people in the world who believe in them.\r\nThank you for making our classroom a happier, more motivating place. Your generosity truly matters, and we are so grateful for the difference you've made for our students.\r\nWith appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1755701682700,"projectUrl":"project/rewarding-right-choicesone-prize-at-a-t/9614034/","projectTitle":"Rewarding Right Choices—One Prize at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Littlefield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1668760_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485904573903","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/klittlefield"},{"teacherId":9571539,"projectId":9241202,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our classroom library has blossomed into a space that truly excites and inspires my fifth graders to read! The new books have allowed me to introduce a variety of reading skills, from identifying theme and analyzing character perspective to comparing texts across genres. Having such a rich selection of titles means students can find books that challenge them and reflect their own interests and experiences.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading time has become one of the most anticipated parts of the day. Students love curling up with their books during independent reading and sharing their favorites with classmates during book talks. I've seen reluctant readers begin to finish their first chapter books cover to cover, and confident readers pushing themselves to explore new genres like historical fiction and fantasy.\r\n\r\nOne of my students, who used to struggle to stay focused during reading, now brings his book to recess because he \"just has to see what happens next.\" Another student proudly declared that she finished her first series ever, a moment that had the whole class cheering!\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students are not only learning reading skills, they're discovering the joy of reading. 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