{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bryson Avenue Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":12.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1346907,"projectId":10162968,"letterContent":"It has been such a blessing to receive your donations. You have helped my class in so many ways. These stools have allowed my students to have a learning space outside of their desk area. Students enjoy working in pairs or in small groups. These stools have allowed them to sit in different places within our room and in the yard. The light weight of the stools allows easy transportation within spaces. These stools have already been used for writing, math, science, and more. Thank you for bringing joy to my students,","fullyFundedDate":1778114348681,"projectUrl":"project/stools-for-flexible-seating-markers-for/10162968/","projectTitle":"Stools for Flexible Seating, Markers for Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buenrostro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1346907_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1539060468305","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1346907"},{"teacherId":6858553,"projectId":10136306,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making it possible for my students to receive copies of Wonder by R.J. Palacio. Your generosity has provided my students with more than just books, it has given them an opportunity to experience a powerful story that encourages them to think about kindness, friendship, acceptance, and the importance of treating others with compassion. Having their own copies of the novel allows students to become active participants in our reading experience. They can follow along, revisit meaningful passages, discuss the characters, make connections to their own lives, and share their thoughts with their classmates. Your support has helped make reading more engaging and meaningful for my students, while also providing valuable opportunities to strengthen their comprehension, vocabulary, and communication skills.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, Wonder has helped create meaningful conversations about what it means to be kind and accepting of others. As students experience the story through the characters' perspectives, they are learning to consider how others may feel and to recognize that everyone has a unique story and experiences that may not always be visible. The lessons of empathy, courage, friendship, and choosing kindness extend beyond our reading lessons and into our classroom community. I am incredibly grateful for your generosity and for believing that students deserve access to engaging and meaningful literature. Your donation will continue to make an impact as students read, discuss, reflect, and learn from this wonderful book. Thank you for investing in my students and helping them grow not only as readers, but also as thoughtful, compassionate, and caring individuals.","fullyFundedDate":1774489684633,"projectUrl":"project/opening-hearts-and-minds-with-wonder/10136306/","projectTitle":"Opening Hearts and Minds with Wonder","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nguyen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6858553_orig.jpg?crop=833,833,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569703020812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6858553"},{"teacherId":1254212,"projectId":10289207,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom garden project.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students are growing herbs and vegetables and taking real ownership of their plants. They use science journals for weekly observations and measure their plants during math, which makes learning hands-on and meaningful. Our students with autism are especially happy to have living plants in the classroom, and the self-watering system has made it much easier for us to keep everything thriving.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has brought science, math, responsibility, and joy together in one special project. 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Together, they help our students with autism practice self-regulation in a calm, organized environment.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made this part of our classroom more functional and more welcoming. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1787150311801,"projectUrl":"project/autism-sensory-corner-storage-cubes-ot/10298875/","projectTitle":"Autism Sensory Corner: Storage Cubes, Ottomans & Washable Sensory Pillows","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Salazar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1254212_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778633727751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-salazar"},{"teacherId":1254212,"projectId":10300979,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing weighted sensory items for our autism classroom, including a weighted blanket, weighted stuffed animals, and sensory toys.\r\n\r\nThese tools have been a tremendous help for our students from the early grades through fifth grade. The gentle pressure helps them regulate their bodies, calm big emotions, and stay more focused during the school day. Because we were able to choose items that match their interests dogs, bears, dinosaurs, elephants, and more students actually want to use them. That personal connection makes a real difference in how well they work.\r\n\r\nYour support has given our students comfort, choice, and another way to feel safe and successful in the classroom. We are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1786117239644,"projectUrl":"project/autism-sensory-tools-vibrating-pillows/10300979/","projectTitle":"Autism Sensory Tools: Vibrating Pillows & Weighted Stuffed Animals","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Salazar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1254212_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778633727751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-salazar"},{"teacherId":1254212,"projectId":10293410,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Nearpod lessons.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, I can now take our academic curriculum and turn it into interactive lessons inside the Nearpod app. Students get to learn through fun games, quick checks, and engaging activities that match exactly what we are studying that day and that week. \r\n\r\nThis has made lessons more accessible, more exciting, and much easier for our students with autism to stay involved and show what they know.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps us meet students where they are and keep learning meaningful and enjoyable. We are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1779224037694,"projectUrl":"project/autism-classroom-boost-nearpod-gold-int/10293410/","projectTitle":"Autism Classroom Boost: Nearpod Gold Interactive Academic Lessons +","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Salazar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1254212_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778633727751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-salazar"},{"teacherId":1254212,"projectId":10292732,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing weighted sensory items for our autism classroom, including a weighted blanket, weighted stuffed animals, and sensory toys.\r\n\r\nThese tools have been a tremendous help for our students from the early grades through fifth grade. The gentle pressure helps them regulate their bodies, calm big emotions, and stay more focused during the school day. Because we were able to choose items that match their interests dogs, bears, dinosaurs, elephants, and more students actually want to use them. That personal connection makes a real difference in how well they work.\r\n\r\nYour support has given our students comfort, choice, and another way to feel safe and successful in the classroom. We are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1779077434492,"projectUrl":"project/autism-sensory-tools-weighted-blanket/10292732/","projectTitle":"Autism Sensory Tools: Weighted Blanket, Vibrating Pillows & Lap Animals","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Salazar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1254212_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778633727751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-salazar"},{"teacherId":1254212,"projectId":10289302,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping create our classroom calming corner with beanbags and sensory pillows.\r\n\r\nThis space has made a tremendous difference for our students with autism. When feelings get big or the classroom starts to feel overwhelming, they now have a safe, comfortable place to pause, breathe, and reset. The beanbags and sensory pillows help them calm their bodies, practice self-regulation, and return to learning with more confidence.\r\n\r\nWe also use this corner together with our counselor and the calm folder, so students have consistent tools they can rely on throughout the day.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped make our classroom a calmer, more supportive place. We are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1778980192037,"projectUrl":"project/autism-calming-corner-bean-bags-senso/10289302/","projectTitle":"Autism Calming Corner: Bean Bags & Sensory Pillows","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Salazar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1254212_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778633727751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-salazar"},{"teacherId":1254212,"projectId":10289243,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping bring noise-canceling headphones to our autism classroom.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, everyday classroom sounds chairs scraping, voices overlapping, bells, or sudden announcements can feel overwhelming. \r\n\r\nThese headphones give them a simple, powerful way to take control of their environment. They help students stay regulated, focus on learning, and feel safer and more comfortable throughout the day.\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is a little calmer and a lot more inclusive. Your kindness directly supports students who work so hard every day, and we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1778980762110,"projectUrl":"project/autism-sensory-support-noise-canceling/10289243/","projectTitle":"Autism Sensory Support: Noise-Canceling Headphones for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Salazar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1254212_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778633727751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-salazar"},{"teacherId":1229740,"projectId":10109006,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when we received our classroom rug, cordless vacuum, and illuminated globe. They were elated when I let them unpack the rug and roll it out in our library area. Their eyes were wide open with delight. Not only was the rug spacious but educational as well. Its vibrant colors outline the continents and oceans that we have been studying. This rug will serve multiple purposes. Not only will it be a comfortable area rug, but an easy reference to learn more about geography. The size was perfect for our library. It's so satisfying to see my students enjoy a book on a clean and cozy rug. The surprise did not stop with the rug. We also received a light weight, cordless vacuum. This is ideal to clean the rug nice and clean at the end of each day. Its compact size makes storage convenient. The illuminated globe mesmerized my students by fall. It has truly been a hit for all students. They were intrigued with the bright colors and clear letterings it projected. This globe has enhanced our astronomy unit and has give students a better understanding of countries around the world. What a perfect time to get it. Thank you all for your generosity and for supporting my vision in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1778559403800,"projectUrl":"project/lets-learn-about-the-world/10109006/","projectTitle":"Let's Learn About the World!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Villa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1229740_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660196043442","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-villa"},{"teacherId":1254212,"projectId":9735202,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our 3rd–5th grade students with autism now have high-quality sensory putty to help them self-regulate throughout the school day. This simple, powerful tool has already become one of the most helpful resources in our classroom.\r\n\r\nMany of our vibrant, curious students face sensory overstimulation that can make it hard to focus during reading, lessons, assemblies, or transitions. The sensory putty gives them a discreet, portable way to knead, squeeze, and redirect fidgeting energy helping them release tension, stay calm, and return to learning more quickly. We use it during dedicated sensory breaks, longer assignments, social skills activities, and even at recess or lunch when needed.\r\n\r\nStudents are already showing noticeable improvements: fewer disruptions from overstimulation, longer periods of engagement, and greater independence in managing their emotions. The putty's unobtrusive nature makes it perfect for both our special education classroom and when students are mainstreamed into general education settings. It allows them to participate more fully without drawing attention to their needs.\r\n\r\nResearch shows that tactile tools like sensory putty are highly effective for children with autism, supporting emotional regulation, attention, and overall well-being. Your donation has given our students a practical, everyday tool that honors their unique sensory needs while celebrating their strengths and resilience.\r\n\r\nThese putty containers are durable and will continue supporting students for years to come. Because of your kindness, our exceptional learners can better navigate their school day with confidence, focus, and joy.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your belief in our students and in the importance of sensory supports. Thank you for helping them thrive one squeeze at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1758807038836,"projectUrl":"project/autism-support-sensory-putty-for-self-r/9735202/","projectTitle":"Autism Support: Sensory Putty for Self-Regulation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Salazar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1254212_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778633727751","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heather-salazar"},{"teacherId":1254212,"projectId":9741063,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our 3rd–5th grade students with autism now have wonderful sensory tools rain sound tubes, seasonal sensory tubes (fall, winter, spring, and summer themes), and timers. These calming resources have quickly become essential for helping our vibrant, enthusiastic students manage sensory input and thrive throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nOur students arrive each day full of energy and curiosity, eager to learn math, reading, science, and social studies. However, sensory processing challenges can sometimes make it difficult for them to stay focused, transition between activities, or regulate emotions. The rain sound tubes provide soothing auditory input that mimics gentle rainfall, helping students self-calm without adding to classroom noise. The seasonal sensory tubes, with their beautiful floating elements, offer engaging visual and tactile stimulation tied to science themes students love watching autumn leaves swirl or winter snowflakes drift. The timers give clear visual cues for time management during lessons, small-group work, or independent tasks, reducing anxiety around transitions.\r\n\r\nWe've already seen beautiful results: students using the rain tubes during sensory breaks return to their seats noticeably calmer and more focused. The seasonal tubes are perfect for science lessons on weather and seasons, while also serving as independent regulation tools. The timers help students stay on task and build independence. Overall, we're noticing fewer disruptions from overstimulation, smoother transitions, and more joyful participation in learning.\r\n\r\nThese durable, reusable tools support both emotional regulation and academic engagement. They honor our students' unique needs while celebrating their strengths, creativity, and determination. Because of your kindness, our classroom is becoming a more inclusive space where every student can channel their energy into learning and success.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your belief in our students and in the power of thoughtful sensory supports. 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