{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Carol G Peck Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":52.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9551801,"projectId":9976914,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our project, \"Equity in Action: Supporting English Learners After School.\" Your generosity has made a powerful difference for my students by giving them access to meaningful resources that support language development in a safe, encouraging environment. During our after-school sessions, students are using the new materials for small-group reading practice, vocabulary games, and collaborative writing activities. One memorable moment happened when students worked together to create short personal narratives using sentence frames and visual supports. They practiced reading their stories aloud to peers, building both fluency and confidence. Seeing students who once hesitated to speak now eagerly volunteering to share has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement and sense of ownership were immediate. Many of them expressed that they finally felt they had \"special tools\" just for them. They carefully explored the books, writing supplies, and hands-on learning materials, asking thoughtful questions and encouraging one another. The after-school space quickly became a place of belonging, where students felt comfortable taking risks, making mistakes, and celebrating growth. Their increased motivation and persistence have already led to stronger participation and improved engagement during the regular school day.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students are continuing to build language skills through a project-based unit focused on real-world communication. They are currently working on creating simple informational presentations about topics they care about, using visuals, structured speaking practice, and peer feedback. These next steps will help them strengthen academic vocabulary, comprehension, and oral language skills while developing independence as learners. Your support has helped create equitable opportunities for growth, confidence, and success. Thank you for investing in my students and their futures.","fullyFundedDate":1767991797686,"projectUrl":"project/equity-in-action-supporting-english-lea/9976914/","projectTitle":"Equity in Action: Supporting English Learners After School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551801_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747261290571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/corkin"},{"teacherId":9551801,"projectId":9964331,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our project, \"Lanterns, Dragons, & Learning: Exploring Lunar New Year Together.\" Your generosity has created a vibrant and meaningful learning experience for my students. We have been using the new resources during our literacy and social studies lessons to explore Lunar New Year traditions, symbolism, and cultural storytelling. One powerful classroom moment occurred when students worked in collaborative groups to design and create their own lanterns while reading informational texts about the holiday. They discussed the meanings of colors, animals, and symbols, then wrote short explanatory paragraphs to accompany their lantern designs. This project strengthened both their cultural awareness and their reading and writing skills in an engaging, hands-on way.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate and genuine. Many were fascinated by the bright colors, dragon imagery, and decorative supplies. They eagerly asked questions, shared connections to their own family traditions, and took great pride in carefully creating their projects. The classroom quickly filled with joyful conversations, creativity, and a strong sense of community. Students who sometimes struggle with traditional academic tasks became highly motivated and focused, showing perseverance and attention to detail as they worked.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students are building on this experience by continuing a broader unit on global celebrations and cultural perspectives. They are currently working on researching another cultural festival and will create presentations that include visual art, informational writing, and oral storytelling. Your support has helped us foster curiosity, respect, and deeper engagement in learning. Thank you for helping my students experience culture in a meaningful and memorable way.","fullyFundedDate":1766888553646,"projectUrl":"project/lanterns-dragons-learning-exploring/9964331/","projectTitle":"Lanterns, Dragons, & Learning: Exploring Lunar New Year Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551801_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747261290571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/corkin"},{"teacherId":9551801,"projectId":9957327,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our project, \"Instruments That Spark Imagination!\" Your generosity has truly brought music and creativity to life in our classroom. Since receiving the instruments, my students have been using them during our daily learning blocks to explore rhythm, sound patterns, and expressive storytelling. One memorable moment happened during a literacy lesson when students created sound effects and background rhythms to match the mood of a story we were reading. They worked together in small groups, experimenting with tempo and volume to represent excitement, suspense, or calm. This hands-on experience helped them better understand how tone and mood influence meaning, while also building collaboration and confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new instruments, their excitement was immediate and heartfelt. Many of them had never held or played a musical instrument before. Their eyes lit up as they carefully explored each one, asking thoughtful questions and eagerly taking turns. The classroom was filled with joyful energy, curiosity, and pride. Students who are often quiet or hesitant to participate became leaders, demonstrating rhythms and encouraging their peers. It was powerful to watch them discover new talents and realize that their ideas and creativity matter.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to integrate the instruments into cross-curricular projects. Students are now working on composing simple rhythmic patterns to support poetry performances and cultural storytelling activities. They are also beginning a collaborative \"soundscape\" project where they will create musical representations of natural environments we are studying in science. Your support has not only provided materials — it has opened doors for imagination, expression, and deeper engagement in learning. From all of us, thank you for making this meaningful experience possible.","fullyFundedDate":1766095024573,"projectUrl":"project/instruments-that-spark-imagination/9957327/","projectTitle":"Instruments That Spark Imagination!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551801_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747261290571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/corkin"},{"teacherId":8390849,"projectId":9591683,"letterContent":"Items are able to be color coded for easy organization and use. Students know which color to use and where to grab things from for an easy go to. Station time is a breeze with students being able to match their color card. Team supply caddies stay organized with each card color being a different group supplies. When not in use or just being stored, not to worry. That is all neatly organized in the storage cupboard. \r\nInstead of spending time cleaning and organizing the room, my time is able to be spent on better and more useful things like planning engaging activities. Thanks to Kleenex and their donation.","fullyFundedDate":1756095653024,"projectUrl":"project/rainbow-works/9591683/","projectTitle":"Rainbow Works","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peacock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8390849_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648266217120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8390849"},{"teacherId":9551801,"projectId":9943656,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made an incredible difference in our classroom during an important time of the school year. The resources from the \"No Empty Stomachs, Just Full Potential: AASA Readiness\" project have helped ensure that my students are able to stay focused, energized, and ready to learn while we prepare for our state assessments. Many of my students come from a Title I community, and having access to snacks and supportive materials during long testing and practice sessions has helped them maintain their concentration and confidence. During our recent AASA practice days, students were able to work through reading passages and math problem-solving tasks while staying comfortable and focused, which made a noticeable difference in their stamina and engagement.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students were incredibly excited and grateful. Several students immediately said how happy they were to know they would have something to help them stay focused during testing days. It created a sense of care and encouragement in the classroom, reminding students that people outside our school believe in them and want them to succeed. That moment alone helped boost their confidence and motivation as we continue preparing for the AASA.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these resources during our daily test-preparation rotations, reading comprehension practice, and math problem-solving activities. Our class is currently working through practice passages, vocabulary review, and collaborative strategy discussions to strengthen the skills they will need on the exam. Thanks to your support, my students can approach these challenging learning moments with greater focus, comfort, and confidence. Your kindness is helping ensure that my students can show their true potential when it matters most.","fullyFundedDate":1765858374949,"projectUrl":"project/no-empty-stomachs-just-full-potential/9943656/","projectTitle":"No Empty Stomachs, Just Full Potential: AASA Readiness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551801_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747261290571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/corkin"},{"teacherId":1227579,"projectId":9645588,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom! When the materials arrived and we opened them together, my students were beyond excited. Their faces truly lit up, and they couldn't wait to start using everything right away.\r\n\r\nThe light spinners have quickly become a favorite sensory tool, helping students regulate and stay engaged during learning activities. The stickers have been wonderful for motivation and positive reinforcement, while also giving us meaningful opportunities to build and expand vocabulary. The small safari animals have been especially impactful—students are using them to expand their expressive language by describing attributes, actions, and relationships in creative and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nOne of our biggest hits so far has been a pirate-themed activity, which we used to practice describing. Students enthusiastically worked on using more details, stronger vocabulary, and longer utterances as they explored the materials and shared their ideas.\r\n\r\nYour donation is already making a difference every day. Moving forward, we are excited to continue working on expanding expression, describing skills, and vocabulary growth using these engaging resources. Thank you for helping make learning fun, motivating, and accessible for my students. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1757872076465,"projectUrl":"project/lets-communicate-helping-students-with/9645588/","projectTitle":"Let's Communicate! Helping Students With Expanding Their Language Skills!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mathis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1227579_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646857250763","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1227579"},{"teacherId":1227579,"projectId":9642512,"letterContent":"Here is a shorter, donor-friendly version that's less specific about item names and includes vocabulary and sentence-building impacts:\r\n\r\n---\r\n\r\nThe students were so excited when we opened the packages! These classroom tools help create a structured, engaging, and supportive learning environment where my students can thrive. Visual timers make transitions smoother and help students stay focused, while organizational materials keep our lessons running efficiently so we can spend more time practicing meaningful communication skills. Laminated visuals, activities, and learning supports allow me to create durable, hands-on resources that students use every day.\r\n\r\nBecause these materials are easy to access and built to last, my students are able to participate more independently and confidently in each session. They use the visual supports, vocabulary cards, and interactive activities to learn new words, expand their expressive language, and practice forming complete sentences. Simple reinforcers, like stickers, add excitement and encourage students to take risks and celebrate progress.\r\n\r\nOverall, these resources help me give students a calm, organized, and motivating space where they can build the communication skills they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1756933689981,"projectUrl":"project/help-give-students-a-voice-through-visua/9642512/","projectTitle":"Help Give Students a Voice Through Visuals!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mathis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1227579_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y302&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646857250763","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1227579"},{"teacherId":9551801,"projectId":9922348,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our multilingual learners walked into testing this year feeling supported, brave, and genuinely excited to give their best effort. The healthy encouragement items you funded created a calming and uplifting atmosphere that helped students feel grounded during a time that can easily overwhelm them. One of my favorite moments was watching a typically anxious student take a deep breath, read her positive affirmation, and whisper, \"I can do this.\" That confidence carried her through the entire session.\r\n\r\nWe used the resources daily throughout our testing period, and each morning became a small celebration of courage and perseverance. Students were eager to choose their encouragement item before settling into their testing seats. What surprised me most was how they began encouraging one another, sharing kind words, trading strategies for staying calm, and celebrating small wins together. The emotional shift was remarkable. You helped nurture not only academic focus but also a stronger sense of community in our classroom.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we are continuing to use these materials as part of our ongoing SEL and test-preparation routines. Students now associate assessment with empowerment rather than fear, and we plan to build on this momentum as they set new goals for reading, writing, and language growth. Your support created lasting change far beyond testing week, it reinforced for my students that they are capable, valued, and surrounded by people who believe in them.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your kindness and for the impact you've had on our learners.","fullyFundedDate":1764627132995,"projectUrl":"project/boosting-bravery-motivating-multilingu/9922348/","projectTitle":"“Boosting Bravery: Motivating Multilingual Testers With Healthy Encouragement”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551801_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747261290571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/corkin"},{"teacherId":1782488,"projectId":9515842,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity. When they first saw the logs they could hardly wait to use them! Each child has a numbered log and can use it when working with a partner or on the floor or when in a small group with me. After a brief lesson on appropriate use, the students spread out and began working with their partner throughout the class. They readily follow expectations on how the logs are stored, limiting time off task and maintaining an organized classroom.\r\n A moment that stood out to me just happened. I was working with a small group on how to interpret data on charts. The students were on the floor using their logs for the entire time. They remained on task and one even commented how it didn't feel like they were there that long. \r\n Thank you for donating. Your donation positively impacted my students' abilities to stay better focused (and more comfortable) while working on the floor.","fullyFundedDate":1755753242190,"projectUrl":"project/seats-for-success-logs-that-inspire-lea/9515842/","projectTitle":"Seats for Success: Logs that Inspire Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Randel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1782488"},{"teacherId":9551801,"projectId":9789543,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is now buzzing with creativity, teamwork, and hands-on engineering learning! When the students first saw the new LEGO engineering materials, their faces lit up. Several students gasped, others cheered, and a few immediately started dreaming aloud about what they wanted to build. It was one of those unforgettable classroom moments where excitement, curiosity, and joy filled the room all at once.\r\n\r\nWe are already using these materials to deepen our understanding of engineering concepts, problem-solving, and economics. One of our first classroom challenges was to design a functioning \"mini city,\" complete with bridges, transportation systems, and essential structures. Students worked in teams to plan, design, build, test, and revise their creations—mirroring the true engineering design cycle. Watching them negotiate ideas, troubleshoot, and celebrate tiny victories has been inspiring.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stood out was when a student who normally hesitates during group work proudly announced, \"My design works! Look!\" as his team's bridge held more weight than expected. His teammates immediately high-fived him, and the sense of pride on his face said everything. These materials are helping students find confidence in their ideas and see themselves as real engineers.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to connect our engineering work to economics by exploring how supply, demand, budgeting, and cost-benefit decisions influence design choices. Students will soon be \"hiring\" team members, budgeting for materials, and presenting their structures as part of our classroom LEGO-nomics marketplace. Your support brought this entire vision to life, and the kids can't wait to keep building, testing, and learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and in the power of hands-on learning. Your kindness has truly made an impact, and we are so grateful for the opportunities you have given our future engineers.","fullyFundedDate":1761594930036,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-put-the-e-in-lego-nom/9789543/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Put the ‘E’ in LEGO-nomics: Engineering!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551801_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747261290571","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/corkin"},{"teacherId":8390849,"projectId":9233028,"letterContent":"What a difference the revamp of the class library can make! The students really enjoy the high interest books. They actually read real books instead of just staring at a screen- like their ipads. \r\n\r\nReading is one of those skills that has a wide range of abilities. Closing the gaps are difficult, but we are getting a little bit closer time they grab a book from the shelf. They get very into the books. Especially the series \"Diary of a Wimpy Kid\" and \"Dogman\". The kids get cozy and they love to partner read with their friends. Then 2 people get to enjoy the same book together.","fullyFundedDate":1744218475931,"projectUrl":"project/bridge-to-literacy/9233028/","projectTitle":"Bridge to Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peacock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8390849_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1648266217120","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8390849"},{"teacherId":1227579,"projectId":9597639,"letterContent":"The new language-building materials have had such a positive impact on my speech pathology students, not only in their progress but also in their excitement for learning. Students have been so eager to receive the new materials and often share how much they look forward to coming to speech. This sense of anticipation has created a joyful, motivating environment where students see speech sessions as both fun and meaningful.\r\n\r\nThe social-emotional activities have given students the tools to better understand their own feelings and recognize the perspectives of others. This has opened the door to more meaningful conversations in therapy, where they are not only practicing language skills but also developing empathy and social awareness. Categorizing activities have been equally impactful, helping students expand vocabulary, make connections, and stay actively engaged in learning while building stronger expressive language skills.\r\n\r\nConversational cards have been especially helpful at the beginning of the school year, creating opportunities for students to get to know one another and practice social interaction. For students who are typically shy, the cards provide a safe way to participate, giving them the confidence to use their voice. 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