{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Channing Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5573255,"projectId":9266064,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity. Your gifts have given us what our classroom needs!\r\n\r\nWith the help of your donation, I was initially set to order materials to focus on Social and Emotional learning. Unfortunatly my items were unavailable at the beginning of this school year. On top of that, our school recieved a grant to purchase more SEL tools. Knowing what my students are like and what we need to be comfortable, I chose to purchase a dehumidifier, lamtinating sheets, and a Teacher's Pay Teachers Gift Card.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, during lessons I am able to purchase and provide materials that are laminated to withstand the hands of 5 and 6 year olds. These learning tools can be used time and time again, saving me from having to reprint. Students are able to trace over that is inside of a laminating sheet, providing them with the necessary tools to learn letter formations. \r\n\r\nWhile I cannot say that they personally use the dehumidifier, they are benefiting. Our room is less soggy, things stay up on the walls, and it's so much cooler in our learning environment. These things are key to students who don't handle sensory issues with ease. \r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. A.","fullyFundedDate":1746787111767,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-spot-goes-a-long-way/9266064/","projectTitle":"A Little Spot Goes a Long Way","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. A.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5573255_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534117170373","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-anson"},{"teacherId":2782256,"projectId":9056472,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students now have access to Ozobots—an exciting, hands-on tool that's opening doors to new ways of learning. For many of my students, this was their very first experience with coding and robotics. Watching them light up as they successfully programmed a robot to follow their commands has been nothing short of inspiring. Ozobots have helped my students build critical skills like sequencing, debugging, and collaboration, all while making learning feel like play. These small robots have had a big impact—students who were once hesitant to engage in STEM activities are now confidently solving problems and working together to create complex code paths.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students the most is how interactive and creative Ozobot lessons can be. They love drawing colorful code paths with markers or using block-based programming on tablets to make their bots dance, change direction, or complete a challenge. One student, who often struggles to stay focused in other subjects, has become a classroom leader during Ozobot time, enthusiastically helping peers debug their code and cheering them on. It's moments like these that show how your donation is helping unlock potential and build confidence in our most at-risk learners. Thank you for believing in our students and making these joyful, transformative learning experiences possible.","fullyFundedDate":1746800786977,"projectUrl":"project/igniting-stem-learning-for-our-future-in/9056472/","projectTitle":"Igniting STEM Learning for Our Future Innovators","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Benavidez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2782256_orig.png?crop=304,304,x61,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689174742478","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2782256"},{"teacherId":9143891,"projectId":8469685,"letterContent":"With your generosity, we were able to implement a non-verbal system to help our students understand expectations and share their feelings. This was worn by teachers, lunch supervisors as well as our administration! Thank you for your generous support that allows our students to be more successful at school!\r\n This past school year, we had 5 indifferent languages spoken by our students. This system was designed to help support those learning English as well as native speakers. The pictures are understood in all languages while also allowing the support in English. \r\n Thank you again for your generous support of ALL our students, not just those with a learning disability.","fullyFundedDate":1727192896078,"projectUrl":"project/visual-supports-across-all-settings-for/8469685/","projectTitle":"Visual Supports Across All Settings For All Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9143891"},{"teacherId":5688012,"projectId":8456550,"letterContent":"In the \"Showing Compassion and Care for Others and Ourselves\" project, students worked collaboratively with a dedicated social worker to create a resource that would benefit both their peers and themselves. Through this initiative, they helped build the Care Closet, a safe and accessible space where students can find essential items such as hygiene products, snacks, and clothing when needed. The Care Closet represents a tangible example of kindness, providing a sense of security and comfort for students facing difficult situations.\r\n\r\nIn addition, students were actively involved in developing calming bins for classrooms, filled with sensory tools and calming resources to support emotional regulation. These bins help create a peaceful, focused environment, empowering students to manage their emotions and practice self-care. By participating in this project, the students not only fostered a sense of community and compassion but also gained valuable skills in empathy, teamwork, and leadership, making a meaningful difference in their school environment.","fullyFundedDate":1721859392738,"projectUrl":"project/showing-compassion-and-care-for-ourselve/8456550/","projectTitle":"Showing Compassion and Care for Ourselves and Others","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Turner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5688012_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691347197169","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5688012"},{"teacherId":5688012,"projectId":7769401,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution to our Social Emotional Wellness project and Care Closet. Your support plays a vital role in helping us create a nurturing environment where students can thrive both academically and emotionally. By investing in their well-being, you're not only helping them build important life skills, but also giving them the confidence and tools to succeed in and out of the classroom. Your donation has made a profound impact, and we are truly grateful for your commitment to our children's futures.\r\n\r\nIn addition to supporting our wellness program, your donation has enabled us to provide essential resources through our Care Closet. This allows us to ensure that our students have the necessary supplies and clothing to feel comfortable and supported at school. Several families have recently transitioned from a local shelter and these donations helped them with a fresh start.Your generosity is making a lasting difference in the lives of our students, and we cannot thank you enough for your kindness and dedication to improving the lives of others. Your belief in our mission is deeply appreciated, and we are so thankful for your support in making our school a better place for all of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1701114326690,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-wellness-and-care-close/7769401/","projectTitle":"Social-Emotional Wellness and Care Closet","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Turner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5688012_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691347197169","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5688012"},{"teacherId":2648492,"projectId":8870273,"letterContent":"We sincerely appreciate your thoughtful contributions of cardstock, dry-erase markers, and clear pouches for our kindergarten classroom. Your generosity has provided our young learners with essential materials that enhance their learning experience. The cardstock has been perfect for creating engaging hands-on activities, while the dry-erase markers allow students to practice writing and drawing in a fun, reusable way. These resources make a meaningful impact on their daily learning.\r\n\r\nThe clear pouches have been incredibly helpful in keeping our students' materials organized. With everything in its place, our kindergarteners can easily access what they need, fostering independence and responsibility. Your support has not only provided tools for organization but has also created a structured and efficient learning environment that helps our students thrive.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the shoe prints you provided have been a game-changer in helping our students learn how to line up properly. This simple yet effective tool has made transitions smoother and more manageable, teaching our little learners important skills in following directions and maintaining order. Thanks to your kindness, our classroom is more structured, organized, and engaging. We truly appreciate your generosity and the positive difference you have made in our students' education!","fullyFundedDate":1738087559907,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-kindergarteners-get-ready-for-th/8870273/","projectTitle":"Help My Kindergarteners Get Ready for the Future","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guzman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2648492_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729651674883","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2648492"},{"teacherId":2782256,"projectId":8869313,"letterContent":"We cannot thank you enough for your incredible donation of six Sphero Mini robots and accessories to our 3rd–6th grade students. Your generosity has brought excitement, engagement, and hands-on learning into our classrooms, giving our students—many of whom have limited access to technology—the opportunity to explore coding, robotics, and problem-solving in a fun and meaningful way. The moment the Spheros arrived, our students' eyes lit up with curiosity and excitement. They are now actively coding, experimenting, and collaborating, building not only STEM skills but also confidence and perseverance.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a lasting impact on our school community. These robots are fostering creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork as students work together to complete coding challenges and navigate obstacle courses. Many of our students are developing a love for technology that could shape their future aspirations. By providing these resources, you have helped bridge the digital divide and given our students an experience that inspires them to dream big. On behalf of our students, we sincerely appreciate your kindness and support—you have truly made a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1734282964122,"projectUrl":"project/unleashing-creativity-coding-adventures/8869313/","projectTitle":"Unleashing Creativity: Coding Adventures with Sphero Robots for Young Innovators!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Benavidez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2782256_orig.png?crop=304,304,x61,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689174742478","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2782256"},{"teacherId":9219875,"projectId":8241291,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contribution to this project. In my classroom I have many students that have many different learning abilities. This project has allowed me to share with students resources that are at their level. With your support, I was able to purchase materials from Teachers Pay Teachers to support the learners in my classroom, especially my learners who are newcomers. All my students have loved engaging with the materials provided and I have seen their understanding of the standards we are learning improve.\r\n\r\nThroughout the school year, I have been taking the time to get to know my students interests and therefore, I try to find materials that will interest my students and engage them in the standards that they need to learn. My students have been really excited to read the different texts and I feel that they have been improving more in their literacy comprehension because I am differentiating the instruction for my learners who are at various levels. This has made giving them supplemental activities more beneficial. I feel that students are better able to learn the standard with a text that is at their reading level. As I continue looking for materials to support my students learning, I want to continue working with my students to improve their language, fluency, writing and comprehension skills.","fullyFundedDate":1712001641687,"projectUrl":"project/differentiating-instruction-through-tpt/8241291/","projectTitle":"Differentiating Instruction Through TPT","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Corral","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9219875_orig.jpg?crop=1538,1538,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692917672354","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9219875"},{"teacherId":9219875,"projectId":8785113,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation! With your support I am able to provide students with Expo markers and dry erase pockets to practice math concepts. My students were very excited to receive new, clean supplies. This allows me to gain a better understanding of what my students know and what areas I can support them with. My students love showcasing what they know. They also work in table teams to support each other. While each student has their own dry erase pocket folder, they also help each other to monitor each others understanding within their table teams.\r\n\r\nBy providing the students with this opportunity to use these materials, I am helping to improve their understanding. I have noticed a tremendous difference in my students understanding and their willingness to help others. This has helped me see an improvement in my students test scores. 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