{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Carver Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10378249,"projectId":10454957,"letterContent":"Our students are putting these resources to good use every day! Breakfast items provide students with an opportunity to start their mornings with full stomachs and the energy they need to focus, participate, and learn. School supplies are helping ensure that every student has the tools they need to complete classroom activities, participate in lessons, and feel prepared for the school day. One of the most rewarding moments has been seeing students come in excited to choose a breakfast item and knowing they have the supplies they need to be successful. The students were thrilled when they first saw the materials! Their excitement and appreciation reminded us how much even the simplest resources can mean. We are so grateful for the generosity of our donors and the positive difference they are making in our students' everyday experiences!","fullyFundedDate":1787585255524,"projectUrl":"project/breakfast-basics-and-brighter-days/10454957/","projectTitle":"Breakfast, Basics, and Brighter Days!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10378249_orig.jpg?crop=1568,1568,x0,y146&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765218326029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10378249"},{"teacherId":10378249,"projectId":10453564,"letterContent":"Our students have been so excited to explore and use their new sensory and calming materials! We incorporate these resources throughout the school day to help students regulate their emotions, manage sensory needs, and refocus when they feel overwhelmed. Whether using fidgets, calming tools, or other sensory activities, students are learning that it is okay to take a break and use strategies that help them feel calm and ready to learn. When the materials first arrived, the students were thrilled! They were eager to explore the different options and excited to have tools they could choose from to meet their individual needs. These resources are already making a meaningful difference in helping our students feel supported, confident, and ready to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1787585361066,"projectUrl":"project/calm-minds-bright-futures/10453564/","projectTitle":"Calm Minds, Bright Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10378249_orig.jpg?crop=1568,1568,x0,y146&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765218326029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10378249"},{"teacherId":3163078,"projectId":10735388,"letterContent":"Opening the boxes of new books was so exciting for my students! They couldn't choose just one favorite because there were so many wonderful stories to explore. My special education students squealed and giggled with excitement as they practiced reading. Watching them experience success, build confidence, and discover how much they could accomplish was truly special. Over several days, we practiced reading fluently, using reading strategies, understanding new vocabulary, and discussing the life lessons in each story. We talked about how the characters' experiences connected to our own lives and how we could use those lessons to be kind, persevere, and appreciate our differences.\r\n\r\nThe best part was taking our reading beyond our classroom! After several days of practice, my students read the books to younger grades as part of our Community Service project. Our big kids became reading role models, sharing stories and encouraging their younger buddies to listen carefully, point to words, and answer questions. The older students gave stickers to celebrate the younger children's participation, while I rewarded my intervention students for using reading strategies and being positive role models. Everyone had a reason to feel proud!\r\n\r\nThis project has reminded my students that reading is more than a school assignment. It is a way to connect with others, share something wonderful, and make a difference in our school community. Seeing my students' excitement as they read to younger children and experienced success has been incredibly rewarding. Thank you for helping my students grow as readers, build confidence, and discover that they have something valuable to share with others!\r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of our hearts, you are helping us make reading meaningful!","fullyFundedDate":1792069474293,"projectUrl":"project/little-readers-big-heroes-spreading-th/10735388/","projectTitle":"Little Readers, BIG Heroes: Spreading the Magic of Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Colquitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3163078_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y283&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786383075812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3163078"},{"teacherId":8640593,"projectId":10462887,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. The students were delighted for the treats. The materials donated have made a positive impact on my students. They have helped to create more meaningful and engaging learning experiences for the students. Your generosity has also helped me create a more supportive learning environment where students build confidence, stay engaged and work towards academic success. Your support means a lot to us. Thank you for making a difference in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1787584889910,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-supplies/10462887/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beckford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8640593"},{"teacherId":10516631,"projectId":10301495,"letterContent":"My students have really taken to using the whiteboards, and we are already seeing the impact of vertical learning in our classroom. We started by using the boards to brainstorm our schoolwide expectations and discuss what those expectations look and sound like in our classroom. This gave me an opportunity to teach students how to use the boards responsibly, collaborate with their teammates, and interact respectfully with one another.\r\n\r\nSince then, we have incorporated the boards into both math and literacy instruction. In math, I have watched some of my quieter students become more confident as they take the marker, share their thinking, and take academic risks. I have also seen students naturally support and gently guide one another through challenging problems. The boards have created more opportunities for students to explain their thinking, learn from their peers, and see that making mistakes is part of the learning process.\r\n\r\nThe academic results have been encouraging as well. Student achievement on our pre- and post-assessments has shown an average increase of 30%. The boards also provide opportunities for movement throughout the lesson, keeping students engaged and on their toes—both literally and mentally!\r\n\r\nWe are off to a great start, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to bring this type of active, collaborative learning into our classroom. Thank you for investing in my students and giving them tools that encourage them to think, collaborate, take risks, and grow. I am excited to see just how far they will soar!","fullyFundedDate":1781172382610,"projectUrl":"project/building-engagement-through-vertical-lea/10301495/","projectTitle":"Building Engagement Through Vertical Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bubala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10516631_orig.jpg?crop=1626,1626,x94,y1397&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1779370323990","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10516631"},{"teacherId":9565783,"projectId":10492887,"letterContent":"Your support has helped turn social-emotional learning into something my students can see, understand, and practice. The Ninja Life Hacks books have become useful tools for talking about real feelings and situations my students experience—being frustrated, anxious, left out, impatient, or simply having a hard day. We use the stories to discuss what the characters could do differently and how our choices can affect the people around us.\r\n\r\nThe I'm In Control of Myself books and Feelings Wheel have also given students simple ways to identify their emotions and communicate what they need before those feelings become overwhelming. Most importantly, these resources have helped us have meaningful conversations about kindness, empathy, inclusion, and being a good friend.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students resources that help them understand themselves while also learning to understand and care for others. These are lessons they can carry far beyond our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1787176737882,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-the-ultimate-life-hack/10492887/","projectTitle":"Kindness: The Ultimate Life Hack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565783_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y232&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723750210097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msnavata"},{"teacherId":9565783,"projectId":10524405,"letterContent":"The impact of this project has already been meaningful in our classroom. The Ninja Life Hacks books have given my students a fun and relatable way to talk about feelings, friendships, problem-solving, responsibility, and making positive choices. Because the stories address so many different situations and emotions, I can choose a book that connects directly to what a student or group may be experiencing that day.\r\n\r\nAlthough the karaoke machine originally requested was unavailable, we were able to substitute a hammock, and it has become a wonderful addition to our learning space. Students can use it as a comfortable place to read, calm their bodies, or take a brief break when they are feeling overwhelmed. It has been especially helpful in creating a space where students can step away, regulate, and return to learning when they are ready.\r\n\r\nCompleting our Ninja Life Hacks collection also means we now have stories covering a wide variety of skills and situations, giving us resources we can return to throughout the school year. These materials are helping my students better understand themselves, build relationships, make thoughtful choices, and learn healthy ways to manage big feelings.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our little ninjas continue to grow. Your generosity has given them both the stories to learn from and a comfortable space to pause, reset, and put those lessons into practice.","fullyFundedDate":1787585202018,"projectUrl":"project/ninjas-take-the-mic/10524405/","projectTitle":"Ninjas Take the Mic!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565783_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y232&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723750210097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msnavata"},{"teacherId":9565783,"projectId":10466528,"letterContent":"Your support of our \"Tools, Treats & Triumphs\" project has made a difference in so many small but meaningful moments throughout our school day. The supplies are being used regularly to help my students stay focused, motivated, healthy, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe visual timer has been especially helpful for students who need to see how much time they have to complete a task or how long they need to wait before moving on to something else. It has also made transitions more predictable for students who have difficulty when activities change. The sensory letter tracing pad gives my younger learners another way to practice letters through touch and movement, which is especially helpful when pencil-and-paper practice is challenging.\r\n\r\nThe Life Savers and Skittles have become simple but effective motivators. They are used in small amounts to recognize effort, task completion, positive choices, and progress toward individual goals. Sometimes knowing that there is a small reward at the end is just the encouragement a student needs to finish something that feels difficult.\r\n\r\nEven the practical supplies have been put to work. We use the hand sanitizer throughout the day, the thermometer allows us to quickly check a student who says they are not feeling well, and the envelopes help me send materials and important information home.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping provide the everyday things that make our classroom work a little better. Not every triumph in special education is a big one. Sometimes it is completing one more problem, transitioning without becoming upset, writing a letter independently, or simply trying again. Your generosity has helped us recognize and celebrate those triumphs.","fullyFundedDate":1786992291128,"projectUrl":"project/tools-treats-triumphs/10466528/","projectTitle":"Tools, Treats & Triumphs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565783_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y232&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723750210097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msnavata"},{"teacherId":9565783,"projectId":10447647,"letterContent":"Having toner for our printer has made such a difference in the little things we do with our students every day. We were given a printer, but without toner, we could not actually use it. Thanks to this project, that printer is now something we use regularly to support our students.\r\n\r\nWe have been able to print signs, visual reminders, directions, and other materials that we can place around the classroom and school. For many of our students, seeing something is much easier than trying to remember something they have only heard. A simple picture, sign, or visual reminder can help them remember what comes next, follow a routine, or complete a task with less adult prompting.\r\n\r\nOne of the things I appreciate most is being able to create a visual when I realize a student needs one. I don't have to wait or make do with what we already have. I can create it, print it, and start using it with the student right away.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us turn a printer that was sitting unused into something that has become part of our everyday work with students. It may have been toner that you helped provide, but what it has given us is another way to help our students understand, remember, and become a little more independent.","fullyFundedDate":1786383333297,"projectUrl":"project/help-bring-our-gifted-printer-to-life/10447647/","projectTitle":"Help Bring Our Gifted Printer to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565783_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y232&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723750210097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msnavata"},{"teacherId":9565783,"projectId":10203152,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited when they first saw the new math games and materials! They immediately wanted to explore them and, of course, asked when we could start playing. It was wonderful to see their excitement about math and how eager they were to learn through play.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the resources during small-group instruction and as a fun way to practice and reinforce math skills. One of my favorite moments was watching students work together during a math game. They were solving problems, helping each other, and celebrating when someone got an answer correct. They were practicing important math skills without feeling like they were doing more \"work.\" The games have also given some of my students who struggle with math a chance to practice in a more relaxed and engaging way.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue incorporating the games into our lessons as students learn new skills throughout the year. We will use them to review previously learned concepts, practice current skills, and build confidence and independence. These resources will continue to be used throughout the school year and will give our students another way to see that math can be fun!\r\n\r\nThank you again to everyone who supported our Math Is Our Game Plan project. Your generosity has brought excitement, learning, and lots of smiles into our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1785288436561,"projectUrl":"project/math-is-our-game-plan/10203152/","projectTitle":"Math Is Our Game Plan","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Navata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9565783_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y232&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723750210097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msnavata"},{"teacherId":3163078,"projectId":10463482,"letterContent":"I can't begin to thank you enough for supporting my students! They were so excited to open our boxes each day and discover tools that help them get the wiggles out, stay focused, build stamina, and truly enjoy school.\r\n\r\nThe Inflatable Wobble Cushions were an immediate hit! Students loved choosing their colors and figuring out the perfect amount of air. Getting a wobble cushion has quickly become part of our routine at reading group. The Wiggle Wobble Chair feet have also created a favorite chair at our learning table, providing just enough movement to keep students focused without distracting others.\r\n\r\nThe Classroom Chair Bands give students an easy, discreet way to move their feet while working. They also love knowing exactly where to line up with the Carpet Markers—there's never a question about where to be!\r\n\r\nOur sensory playroom is definitely feeling the love through your donations. The Kids Basketball Hoop and Sensory Tent are used multiple times throughout the day and have been wonderful tools for building communication skills. The Noise Cancelling Headphones are also used daily when students need to block out distractions and refocus. Of course, everyone already has a favorite color!\r\n\r\nThe Stickers have been an awesome way to motivate and reward students in the regular education classroom and in small groups. They are working hard for the chance to choose a favorite sticker for their water bottle or laptop case.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is giving my students tools to self-regulate their energy, focus on their work, and participate more fully in group discussions and conversations. These are tools we will use every day to help our students be their best.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for helping our students shine!","fullyFundedDate":1787585139094,"projectUrl":"project/get-the-wiggles-out-while-we-work/10463482/","projectTitle":"Get the Wiggles Out While We Work!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Colquitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3163078_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y283&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786383075812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3163078"},{"teacherId":8640593,"projectId":10298179,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support for our classroom. I am grateful for the items we received and for your investment in my students' education. The materials have already made a positive impact in our classroom. They provide a warm welcome for my students at the Open House and allowed them to engaged and participate with their peers. \r\n\r\nYour generosity reminds my students that there are people who believe in them and want to see them succeed. 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