{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Coral Academy of Science Elementary School N.","outOfStateSupporters":28.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10400931,"projectId":10003608,"letterContent":"I am so excited to share that we received all of the bulletin board materials, and they are already making such a difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe Better Than Paper backgrounds completely transformed our space. Our February bulletin board feels bright, intentional, and welcoming, and my students immediately noticed. Several of them walked in and said, \"It looks so nice in here!\" That might seem small, but to second graders, their classroom is a big part of their world. When their space feels cared for, they feel cared for.\r\n\r\nOur other bulletin board will now proudly displaying their artwork, and the difference is incredible. Their work will stand out beautifully, and they are going to be so proud to see it showcased in a way that feels special. One of my students told me, \"It looks like a real gallery.\" That moment alone made this project worth it.\r\n\r\nWhat I love most is that these materials are durable and long lasting. Instead of worrying about paper tearing or fading, I can focus on what truly matters: teaching, connecting, and celebrating their growth. Your generosity did more than upgrade a wall. It helped create a classroom environment where students feel valued, safe, and proud of their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for investing in our classroom. We are so grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1768547962451,"projectUrl":"project/making-student-learning-visible-and-beau/10003608/","projectTitle":"Making Student Learning Visible and Beautiful!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Duncan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400931"},{"teacherId":8110569,"projectId":10009392,"letterContent":"My students and I are so thrilled about the items we received from you! We now have more extrinsic rewards for students who are motivated to do better through such incentives. I also have more fidgets to provide to students who struggle to sit for longer periods of time and to stay focused. In addition, I have extra curriculum materials to help improve how I reach students with specific learning disabilities.\r\n\r\nI love being able to motivate students through positive reinforcement. Who doesn't look forward to earning something after working hard? I think most students do, even though some are satisfied with praise alone. It's nice to have options such as squishy toys, stickers, and special erasers.\r\n\r\nMany students are required to sit in one place for long periods of time. Additionally, quite a few are diagnosed with ADHD and need something in their hands or at their feet to help them focus on their learning. It could be a bounce band attached to the legs of a chair, a wiggle cushion, or a chew necklace to help with nervous habits.\r\n\r\nI would love to understand more about my students with specific learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, and the books that I received through DonorsChoose will help me become more informed. I now have a few extra curriculum support workbooks to provide reading comprehension guides along with spelling activities.\r\n\r\nI know that everything gifted to my students and our classroom will be put to good use. I hope you know how much it means to have this extra support.","fullyFundedDate":1768311060943,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-building-fun-strategies/10009392/","projectTitle":"Tools for Building Fun Strategies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8110569_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756237240251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8110569"},{"teacherId":8107872,"projectId":9994280,"letterContent":"Thank you for taking the time to support my second grade classroom's writing dream. Writing is so important for students. These new writing tools and resources are allowing my students to grow into the wonderful writers I know they can be. My students were so excited to open up their new journals and practice their skills. \r\n\r\nThese students are learning and having fun writing with paper and pencils, in a world of technology, which we also love to learn with. Sometimes getting back to the basics of writing is an amazing thing.","fullyFundedDate":1768107976515,"projectUrl":"project/writing-is-a-wonderful-thing/9994280/","projectTitle":"Writing Is a Wonderful Thing!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Regallo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8107872"},{"teacherId":9352074,"projectId":10000901,"letterContent":"Thank you for taking the time to support my second grade classroom's dream. STEM is such an important part of learning for students today. Your donation of a 3-D printer and printing supplies has allowed my students the ability to think, design and implement an idea. Being able to dream and create is vital for students as the grow and learn. My students will always remember what they have designed and created. When a student creates a tangible item from their design it gives them pride and recognition of their dream and design.","fullyFundedDate":1768166958230,"projectUrl":"project/little-engineers-from-digital-designs-t/10000901/","projectTitle":"Little Engineers: From Digital Designs to Tangible Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vigna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9352074"},{"teacherId":10408444,"projectId":10032417,"letterContent":"Thank you for taking the time to support my second grade classroom's dream. STEM is such an important part of learning for students today. Your donation of supplies has allowed my students the ability to think, design and implement an idea. Being able to dream and create is vital for students as the grow and learn. My students will always remember what they have designed and created. \r\n\r\nWe are also extremely grateful for the headphones to use with our daily online learning. These new head allow for students to work and learn in their online programs each day.","fullyFundedDate":1768939712849,"projectUrl":"project/3d-printing-our-way-to-stem-learning/10032417/","projectTitle":"3d Printing Our Way to STEM Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lake","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10408444"},{"teacherId":7517677,"projectId":9997296,"letterContent":"Since receiving these materials, my students have been noticeably more engaged during our ELL pull-out sessions. I have watched them truly blossom. Students who were once shy and hesitant to speak are now working together, encouraging one another, and taking risks with their language. The Build a Sentence game and the Morning Meeting Communication Chips have quickly become favorites. These tools give my students the structure and confidence they need to express themselves, practice complete sentences, and participate in conversations in a safe and supportive way. \r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments happened during a small-group activity when a student who usually only gave one-word responses used the sentence game to build and read a full sentence aloud to the group. The other students immediately cheered for him, and he beamed with pride. Moments like that are happening more and more. These resources have helped turn language practice into something interactive and joyful rather than intimidating. \r\n\r\nWe will continue using these materials daily to build speaking skills, social communication, and academic vocabulary. Your generosity has not only provided tools, but it has also helped my students find their voices.","fullyFundedDate":1768150277837,"projectUrl":"project/small-groups-big-voices/9997296/","projectTitle":"Small Groups, Big Voices","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Payne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7517677_orig.jpg?crop=588,588,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699023465058","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7517677"},{"teacherId":9368934,"projectId":8035633,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generous donations of the basketball materials. We are truly appreciating your support. \r\n\r\nThe material has been very useful and greatly improved our sports activities. The children were extremely excited to see the basketball equipment and immediately begin asking when they would be able to use it. Their enthusiasm and happiness were truly heartwarming. \r\n\r\nThank you once again for your generosity and continued support. You have made a positive impact on our children. \r\n\r\nOur next project we will look into a baseball project to help students grow.","fullyFundedDate":1701187727666,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-the-rim-conquering-challenges-o/8035633/","projectTitle":"\"Beyond the Rim: Conquering Challenges on the Basketball Court\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9368934"},{"teacherId":9363540,"projectId":8020645,"letterContent":"Our students have greatly enjoyed being able to use this laptop to see and create so many things. Over the last few years we have used it to create presentations and look up information on many different topics. This laptop was the start of the expansion into using more technology in the classroom to create more fun and interactive lessons for everyone.\r\n\r\nOur students have loved all of the extra information they have access to. Creation of information to present has been so much fun and expanded our students abilities to create modern work.","fullyFundedDate":1699812143992,"projectUrl":"project/student-research-laptop/8020645/","projectTitle":"Student Research Laptop","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stevenson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9363540"},{"teacherId":9350444,"projectId":7993318,"letterContent":"Thank you for all of the supplies. Our students have loved being able to to use the supplies to create many different projects around our classroom. The crystals were a big hit and students loved being able to see something they put together grow over time. They microscopes have been a fun and educational edition to our classroom. We have been able to look at so many cool objects that are too small to see without a microscope. 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