{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy","outOfStateSupporters":44.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8253831,"projectId":6632593,"letterContent":"When we first dreamed of bringing music into every corner of our classroom, the idea of having a full set of ukuleles felt like a distant goal. Instruments are more than just tools for making sound—they are gateways to creativity, confidence, and community. Thanks to your generosity, that dream has become a reality. Today, our students walk into class and see a complete set of ukuleles waiting for them, ready to be strummed, explored, and loved.\r\n\r\nYour support has done more than purchase instruments; it has opened doors. For many of our students, this is their very first opportunity to hold an instrument of their own. The ukulele, with its approachable size and joyful tone, is the perfect starting point for young musicians. It invites experimentation, rewards persistence, and quickly builds a sense of accomplishment. Because of you, every child in our classroom can participate fully, without worrying about whether they have access to an instrument. That inclusivity is priceless.\r\n\r\nWe have already seen the impact. Students who were once hesitant to speak up are now leading the class in strumming patterns. Friendships are forming around shared practice sessions. The classroom hums with energy as students discover how music connects them not only to each other but also to the wider world. The ukuleles have become a symbol of possibility—proof that with the right tools, creativity flourishes.\r\n\r\nYour gift also ensures equity. In many schools, music programs are limited by resources, leaving some children behind. With a full set of ukuleles, we can guarantee that every student has the same chance to learn, grow, and shine. This is not just about music; it is about building confidence, teaching collaboration, and nurturing resilience. These are skills that will serve our students far beyond the classroom walls.\r\n\r\nWe want you to know that your generosity will echo for years to come. Each strum, each chord, each song learned is a direct result of your kindness. Imagine the ripple effect: students discovering a lifelong love of music, families enjoying performances at home, communities enriched by the creativity of their youngest members. You have planted seeds that will continue to grow long after the last note fades.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our vision. Thank you for investing in our students. Thank you for making music accessible, joyful, and inclusive. Your support has transformed our classroom into a place where every child can feel the thrill of making music together.\r\n\r\nAs our students lift their ukuleles and begin to play, they are not just learning chords—they are learning that generosity creates opportunities, that community makes dreams possible, and that music has the power to unite us all. We are deeply grateful for your role in this journey.","fullyFundedDate":1662552103056,"projectUrl":"project/got-a-uke/6632593/","projectTitle":"Got A Uke?","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Falcon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8253831"},{"teacherId":3796009,"projectId":9641461,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for your generous donation of art supplies to my classroom. I ask for supplies but often don't get the needed materials from my school or parents and your donation helps us have the basic materials to make our work fun, colorful, and beautiful with intricate details.\r\n\r\nMy students are so engaged when they get to use all of the different materials and it brings out their creativity and they are so proud of their work.\r\n\r\nThis year, we have used the materials for holiday projects, writing workshop, and centers. 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I ask for supplies but often don't get the needed materials from my school or parents and your donation helps us have the basic materials to make our work fun, colorful, and beautiful with intricate details.\r\n\r\nMy students are so engaged when they get to use all of the different materials and it brings out their creativity and they are so proud of their work.\r\n\r\nThis year, we have used the materials for holiday projects, writing workshop, and centers. 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I ask for supplies but often don't get the needed materials from my school or parents and your donation helps us have the basic materials to make our work fun, colorful, and beautiful with intricate details.\r\n\r\nMy students are so engaged when they get to use all of the different materials and it brings out their creativity and they are so proud of their work.\r\n\r\nThis year, we have used the materials for holiday projects, writing workshop, and centers. 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I ask for supplies but often don't get the needed materials from my school or parents and your donation helps us have the basic materials to make our work fun, colorful, and beautiful with intricate details.\r\n\r\nMy students are so engaged when they get to use all of the different materials and it brings out their creativity and they are so proud of their work.\r\n\r\nThis year, we have used the materials for holiday projects, writing workshop, and centers. 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I ask for supplies but often don't get the needed materials from my school or parents and your donation helps us have the basic materials to make our work fun, colorful, and beautiful with intricate details.\r\n\r\nMy students are so engaged when they get to use all of the different materials and it brings out their creativity and they are so proud of their work.\r\n\r\nThis year, we have used the materials for holiday projects, writing workshop, and centers. Thank you so much and know we are truly enjoying each item.","fullyFundedDate":1617125372459,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-crafty/5480398/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Crafty!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fleming","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3796009_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472250336501","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jenfleming"},{"teacherId":8912640,"projectId":9638240,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has already begun to transform. The new table has become the heart of our small-group instruction. Because of its shape and design, I can sit closely with several students at once and see exactly what each child is reading and writing. This allows me to give immediate feedback—something that is especially important for my English learners, many of whom are new to the country and have experienced interruptions in their education. The table has created a space where they feel supported, seen, and confident.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the students were so excited. Many of them come from all over the world, speak little or no English, and are working incredibly hard to build new skills. Having a place where we can learn together—comfortably and safely—means more than I can express.\r\n\r\nThe Teachers Pay Teachers gift card is already being put to use. I am designing newcomer picture dictionaries and vocabulary offices that will help students work more independently on days when I can't meet with them individually. These tools will give new arrivals a way to communicate, contribute, and feel successful right away.\r\n\r\nYour support of the hygiene products has also made a meaningful difference. Many of our families are focused on securing basic needs like food and shelter, and cannot afford lice-prevention items. Providing these supplies ensures that our classroom stays safe, clean, and welcoming, allowing students to sit and work closely without worry.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students have access to a warm, supportive environment where they can focus on learning, language, and opportunity. They are incredibly dedicated, and your kindness helps open doors for them every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1757098673373,"projectUrl":"project/a-clean-start-in-a-new-country/9638240/","projectTitle":"A Clean Start in a New Country","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8912640_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756167364538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8912640"},{"teacherId":8792278,"projectId":7073401,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of a carpet cleaner and cleaning supplies! Thanks to you, our classroom carpet is now smelling fresh, feeling clean, and ready to welcome a year full of great learning and team building. It's amazing how a clean space can lift spirits and set the tone for collaboration and creativity.\r\n\r\nYour support means more than just a cleaner carpet. It's a boost to our classroom environment and a reminder that we're part of a caring community. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!","fullyFundedDate":1683221777901,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-organized/7073401/","projectTitle":"Let's Get Organized!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mann","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8792278_orig.jpg?crop=775,775,x52,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667774905666","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8792278"},{"teacherId":5199017,"projectId":9290314,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my kindergarten students will continue learning all summer long with engaging practice books in reading, writing, and math. These materials help prevent the \"summer slide\" and keep young learners confident and prepared for first grade. Families are excited to use the books at home, and students are eager to show what they know through fun, hands-on activities. Your donation not only provided valuable learning tools but also encouraged a love of learning that will last well beyond the summer.","fullyFundedDate":1746832533858,"projectUrl":"project/summer-learning/9290314/","projectTitle":"Summer Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5199017_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657569381327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5199017"},{"teacherId":4566618,"projectId":9468059,"letterContent":"Thank you again for donating to our \"Back to Basics\" project. Our students were so happy to see their new materials when we opened the boxes. They saw the little foam cube sticky shapes and wondered what they were. When we showed them how they stick together they were very excited. We told them we were going to be working on our \"Community \"unit soon and were planning on using the new cubes to build skyscrapers and practice counting. They can't wait to get started. \r\nThe letter beads were a big hit. We've been working on identifying the letters in our names and sequencing them correctly to spell our names. Each one of our students couldn't wait to make their name necklace. We even had to make a sign-up sheet for that center so everyone knew they would get their turn. Students were asking to make more necklaces for family members. Practicing letters has never been such fun!\r\nThese materials have helped our students learn our preschool standards in such a fun and engaging way. We appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1758223678915,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics/9468059/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Booker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4566618_orig.jpg?crop=1017,1017,x19,y557&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605893531946","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4566618"},{"teacherId":8253831,"projectId":9762201,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has become a noticeably cleaner, healthier, and more welcoming space for our students. The carpet cleaner has quickly become one of our most appreciated resources—not just by staff, but by the students themselves.\r\n\r\nWe've used it regularly to refresh our reading corner, where students gather for group discussions, quiet reading time, and collaborative learning activities. One memorable moment came when a group of students walked in after we cleaned the carpet for the first time—they literally stopped in their tracks and said, \"Whoa, it smells so fresh in here!\" That simple reaction spoke volumes about how much they value their environment.\r\n\r\nCleanliness has also helped us reinforce lessons around responsibility and community care. Students now take pride in keeping their shared spaces tidy, knowing we have the tools to maintain them. It's sparked conversations about hygiene, respect, and even environmental stewardship.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we're integrating more group-based learning activities in our carpeted areas, including story circles, peer tutoring, and mindfulness breaks. The cleaner has made these spaces feel safe and inviting, and we're excited to keep building on that momentum.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create a space where students feel comfortable, cared for, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1760693701729,"projectUrl":"project/carpet-cleaning-restoration/9762201/","projectTitle":"Carpet Cleaning Restoration","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Falcon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8253831"},{"teacherId":10073854,"projectId":9453391,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support in occupational therapy at Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy. Our students receiving OT in their special education program are so deserving of the best, and you've helped give that to them. With your generosity, I have been able to form fun fine-motor activities for children of all abilities. They have loved the autumn-theme sticker scenes, fresh pencils, and scented-clay over the last few weeks, and you can be assured that they will love all the other materials throughout the school year! 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