{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"C Wayne Collier Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":57.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9153100,"projectId":10299021,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for the new resources you helped provide for our Pre-K classroom! My students have been using the materials during our daily center time to explore, play, create, and learn together. One of my favorite moments was watching the children excitedly explore the new materials and figure out different ways to use them. These resources are helping us create meaningful, hands-on learning experiences while also building important skills such as sharing, communication, problem-solving, and independence.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, they were SO excited! Their faces immediately lit up, and they could not wait for their turn to explore everything. Hearing their excitement and watching them learn through play reminded me just how much new classroom materials can inspire young learners.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue incorporating these resources into our classroom lessons and learning centers. As the school year continues, students will use them to practice working together, using their imaginations, strengthening their fine-motor and problem-solving skills, and becoming more independent learners.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and our classroom. Your generosity has given my Pre-K students new opportunities to learn, explore, and grow every day. We appreciate you more than you know!","fullyFundedDate":1787585531015,"projectUrl":"project/construction-zone/10299021/","projectTitle":"Construction Zone","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torrey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9153100_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691375009245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9153100"},{"teacherId":8476103,"projectId":10289317,"letterContent":"Thank You for Supporting Our Little Learners! 💕\r\n\r\nThank you so much for donating manipulative toys to our Pre-K classroom! Your generosity has given our students exciting new opportunities to learn through hands-on play, exploration, and discovery.\r\n\r\nOur students are using the manipulatives during centers and small-group activities to practice fine-motor skills, counting, sorting, matching, patterns, colors, shapes, and problem-solving. One of our favorite moments has been watching the children work together to build, sort, and create different designs. They are learning to share materials, take turns, communicate their ideas, and persevere when something doesn't work the first time.\r\n\r\nWhen the new materials arrived, our students were immediately excited! They couldn't wait to explore the different pieces and begin creating. Their curiosity and enthusiasm reminded us that learning is even more meaningful when children can touch, build, move, and experiment.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue using these manipulatives as we explore early math concepts, patterns, and problem-solving skills. We will also encourage our students to work together and use their creativity during center time.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make learning fun and engaging for our students. Your support is helping our little learners build important skills while having fun—and we are so grateful! 🌟🧩❤️","fullyFundedDate":1787585313605,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-play-in-pre-k/10289317/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Play in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Leon-Wells","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8476103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723765823590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8476103"},{"teacherId":8476103,"projectId":10288451,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Pre-K classroom with healthy snacks and cleaning supplies! Your generosity means so much to our students and to me as their teacher. These resources help us create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where our little learners can learn, play, and grow.\r\n\r\nOur students are enjoying the healthy snacks during our classroom activities and special moments throughout the day. It has been wonderful to see their excitement when they discover the different snacks available. We are also using the cleaning supplies to keep our classroom fresh and sanitary, especially after messy art projects, sensory activities, and snack time!\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were so excited to see the snacks and supplies. They were especially curious about the snacks and loved talking about which ones they wanted to try. These simple moments have also created opportunities to talk about making healthy choices, trying new foods, and taking care of our classroom.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our school year, our students will be learning through hands-on activities, classroom projects, and new experiences. We are excited to continue building healthy habits, practicing responsibility, and learning how to care for ourselves and our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and helping make our classroom a happy, healthy, and nurturing place to learn. Your kindness makes a difference every day!","fullyFundedDate":1787584894721,"projectUrl":"project/helping-our-pre-k-classroom-stay-healthy/10288451/","projectTitle":"Helping Our Pre-K Classroom Stay Healthy, and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Leon-Wells","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8476103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723765823590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8476103"},{"teacherId":2362241,"projectId":10316244,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my book project! These books arrived just in time to help start the new year off right.\r\n\r\nI'm going to let my students pick out a book and a snack when they come for their class visit. I'll have all of the books and snacks displayed on the table for them to see and choose from. I've also put together a goody bag for each student.\r\n\r\nI have some of my students for multiple years, so it means so much to me to be able to give them something special each time they visit. My students are going to be so excited to pick out a book and take it home with them when they leave!\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting my book project. I would not be able to provide my students with these books, snacks, and special treats without your generosity. Your kindness truly makes a difference, and I am so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1784129429463,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-little-ones/10316244/","projectTitle":"Books for Little Ones!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weingarten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2362241_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507488334580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2362241"},{"teacherId":9153100,"projectId":10231161,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our outdoor classroom project! Because of your generosity, my Pre-K students now have new outdoor equipment that encourages active play, teamwork, and hands-on learning every day. When the children first saw the new equipment, they were filled with excitement and couldn't wait to explore, climb, balance, and play together. One of my favorite moments was watching students encourage one another as they took turns and built confidence while practicing new physical skills. These resources have become an important part of our daily outdoor learning, helping develop gross motor skills, problem-solving, communication, and social-emotional growth through play. As we continue our school year, we'll use the equipment to support lessons about movement, cooperation, healthy habits, and outdoor exploration. Your generosity has created a fun, safe, and engaging environment where our students can learn, grow, and thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Thank you for investing in our young learners!","fullyFundedDate":1778777285754,"projectUrl":"project/pre-k-fun-sports-equipment/10231161/","projectTitle":"Pre-K Fun Sports Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torrey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9153100_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691375009245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9153100"},{"teacherId":9153100,"projectId":10231466,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our classroom project possible! Your generosity has already made a meaningful difference in the lives of my Pre-K students. When the students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to open the boxes and immediately began talking about all the ways they wanted to use them. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has created opportunities for joyful learning every single day. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their future. Your kindness is helping build a classroom where every child feels excited to learn, explore, and grow. We are truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1778937996130,"projectUrl":"project/imagination-station-a-dramatic-play-cen/10231466/","projectTitle":"Imagination Station: A Dramatic Play Center for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Torrey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9153100_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691375009245","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9153100"},{"teacherId":2362241,"projectId":10096160,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my project. I was so excited when I found out this project was funded. My kids love to paint. They have enjoyed having the new colors to paint with. My kids also really love to have their hands painted. My kids have enjoyed using the markers and the colored paper. I made a sensory bin with the Squishy Balls and Calming Bubblers. I was able to give my students the Ring Pops in their end of year bags. I will use the ink to print the kids pictures at the beginning of the school. I will be using the tape to put the kids artwork around the class. Thanks again for supporting my class. I wouldn't be able to provide these materials without your support.","fullyFundedDate":1778938131391,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-materials-for-little-ones/10096160/","projectTitle":"Classroom Materials for Little Ones!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weingarten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2362241_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507488334580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2362241"},{"teacherId":2362241,"projectId":10228562,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my class project. I was so excited when I found out my outside project was funded. My My kids need a variety of outside activities. My kids are going to have so much fun with the Bubble Blowers. My students are really going to enjoy having the seesaw. Having the seesaw allows for 2 kids to interact with one another. We had to throw away our seesaw at the end of the year. My students love to color/draw with the chalk. Thanks again for your support. I would not be able to provide these activities without your support.","fullyFundedDate":1778619840319,"projectUrl":"project/outside-toys-for-little-ones/10228562/","projectTitle":"Outside Toys for Little Ones!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weingarten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2362241_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507488334580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2362241"},{"teacherId":8476103,"projectId":10230143,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project, \"Activities for Outdoor Play for Little Ones!!\" Your generosity is already making a wonderful difference in our classroom!\r\n\r\nOur students are excited to get outside, move their bodies, explore, and learn through play. The new outdoor activities are giving them opportunities to build important skills such as coordination, balance, cooperation, communication, and problem-solving—all while having fun.\r\n\r\nWe are already seeing the impact your kindness is having on our little learners. Their smiles, excitement, and eagerness to participate remind us how meaningful hands-on outdoor experiences can be. You have helped create opportunities for our students to learn, grow, and make happy memories together.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping make outdoor more engaging and meaningful. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for believing in our little ones!","fullyFundedDate":1778770493853,"projectUrl":"project/activities-for-outdoor-play-for-little-o/10230143/","projectTitle":"Activities for Outdoor Play for Little Ones!!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Leon-Wells","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8476103_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723765823590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8476103"},{"teacherId":2362241,"projectId":10188482,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my class project. I feel that it's important for all children to have books available to them. When my students are at school they love to look at a variety of books throughout the classroom. My students do have favorites they enjoy looking at on a regular basis. These books came just in time for me to give to my students before summer break. My students and their families were so appreciative to receive these books. Thanks again for supporting my class. I wouldn't be able to provide these materials without your help.","fullyFundedDate":1778156891443,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-little-ones/10188482/","projectTitle":"Books for Little Ones!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weingarten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2362241_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507488334580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2362241"},{"teacherId":2362241,"projectId":9907820,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my class project. I was thrilled to learn that my book project had been funded!\r\n\r\nBooks are incredibly important for children, and my students love exploring a wide variety of them at school. They were especially excited to be able to take books home, as well as some snacks.\r\n\r\nYour support made this possible, and I truly appreciate your generosity. I would not have been able to provide these resources for my students without your help.\r\n\r\nI hope you enjoy the pictures of the children. Thank you again for supporting my class!","fullyFundedDate":1773853617526,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-little-ones/9907820/","projectTitle":"Books for Little Ones!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weingarten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2362241_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507488334580","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2362241"},{"teacherId":2362241,"projectId":10156965,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my class project. I was thrilled to learn that my book project had been funded!\r\n\r\nBooks are incredibly important for children, and my students love exploring a wide variety of them at school. They were especially excited to be able to take books home, as well as some snacks.\r\n\r\nYour support made this possible, and I truly appreciate your generosity. I would not have been able to provide these resources for my students without your help.\r\n\r\nI hope you enjoy the pictures of the children. 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