{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Deerwood Academy","outOfStateSupporters":43.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9442923,"projectId":9642546,"letterContent":"I want to tell you how much your gift of a classroom printer means to me and to my students. When I unboxed the printer and set it up, the kids gathered around with wide eyes and immediate excitement. That simple hum of a machine has already become a quiet kind of magic in our room.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity I can print materials on the spot that make learning tangible and joyful. We can create colorful anchor charts that help a child finally understand a tricky idea, produce practice pages that meet each student where they are, and celebrate small victories with printed certificates that make their faces glow. When a student sees their work turned into something real and shareable, their confidence grows in ways that last beyond the lesson.\r\n\r\nBeyond the papers and worksheets, your gift sends a powerful message: people outside our classroom believe in these children. That belief matters. It helps them feel seen and important. It lets them know their learning is worth investing in.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving us more than a tool. You gave us time saved, lessons made richer, and moments of pride for students who need them. From the bottom of my heart, and on behalf of every child who benefits from brighter, clearer materials, thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1762265349551,"projectUrl":"project/the-quick-multiple-diverse-needs-of-all/9642546/","projectTitle":"The Quick Multiple Diverse Needs of All of My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith-Frazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9442923_orig.jpg?crop=2180,2180,x0,y43&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705804677282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9442923"},{"teacherId":9442923,"projectId":9835071,"letterContent":"I am so deeply grateful for the ink supplies you gifted our classroom. Your kindness filled me with joy. Small things like a simple sheet of paper can carry big opportunities: a student's first coloring of a reading response, a printed certificate celebrating growth, or a carefully prepared worksheet that helps a child finally understand a tricky skill. Because of you, those moments happen more often.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and in the potential of these children. Your generosity brightens their days and makes my job as their teacher easier and more joyful.","fullyFundedDate":1764599260254,"projectUrl":"project/ink-for-impact-ink-it-forward/9835071/","projectTitle":"Ink for Impact! Ink It Forward!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith-Frazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9442923_orig.jpg?crop=2180,2180,x0,y43&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705804677282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9442923"},{"teacherId":2178363,"projectId":9460562,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, \"Level Up Learning: Gamified Tools for Exceptional Minds!\" was no longer an idea, but a real experience in the classroom students could access with consistency and confidence. For us, Osmo transformed technology in reading and math for hands-on, multi-sensory learners.\r\n\r\nIn reading, Osmo supported letter recognition, phonics, and word-building skills by enabling students to build with their hands and get immediate digital feedback. In particular, students who usually do not want to participate in reading centers engaged with the activities because they were \"playing a game\" but still practicing important literacy skills. The instant feedback also allowed for more independence with less frustration so students could try again and persevere.\r\n\r\nIn math, Osmo increased understanding by making problem solving more interactive, visual, tactile, and structured. Students built number sense, counting, and basic operations using real objects and seeing their thinking modeled on the screen instantly. 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Being able to adjust the height means every child can reach and use the board comfortably, and watching tiny hands confidently write and draw at their own level has been priceless. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWe use the board during guided reading to pluck out sight words, practice letter formation, and build interactive anchor charts. Students take turns adding words, drawing pictures, and referring back to the chart during independent work, and their pride and ownership are wonderful to see.\r\n\r\nMath time is so much livelier. Kids solve hands on counting problems, show their thinking with drawings, and manipulate number lines right at the board, which has helped make abstract ideas concrete and fun. The interactive anchor charts let students practice skills independently; they return again and again to revisit strategies, check their work, and build confidence without always needing me to prompt them. The classroom buzz is real, children rush to the board, cheer for classmates, and beam when they contribute. It has become a favorite learning spot and a place where curiosity and collaboration thrive. \r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for this gift and the difference it is already making, thank you for helping our kindergartners grow, play, and learn!","fullyFundedDate":1764599261956,"projectUrl":"project/spark-ideas-a-mobile-whiteboard-for-cur/9928546/","projectTitle":"Spark Ideas: A Mobile Whiteboard for Curious Kinders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith-Frazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9442923_orig.jpg?crop=2180,2180,x0,y43&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705804677282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9442923"},{"teacherId":2097139,"projectId":9862530,"letterContent":"When I shared the news with my students that our Donors Choose project had been funded for a slushie machine, they immediately burst into cheers. 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Before receiving these resources, many of my scholars struggled with navigating online platforms, staying focused during digital lessons, and completing assessments independently. Now, with working mice and high-quality headphones, my students are able to engage more deeply, work more efficiently, and feel more confident during technology-based tasks.","fullyFundedDate":1758216514736,"projectUrl":"project/plug-in-power-up/9506281/","projectTitle":"Plug In, Power Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peoples-Armour","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2097139_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536788635315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2097139"},{"teacherId":9442923,"projectId":9642398,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the Teachers Pay Teachers gift card through DonorsChoose! I am absolutely thrilled and deeply grateful for your generosity. This resource will allow me to purchase high-quality, standards-aligned materials that will directly support our classroom instruction.\r\nBecause of donations like yours, my students have made meaningful progress and demonstrated measurable learning gains. I am excited to use new activities, lesson plans, and printable resources to further increase engagement in reading and math and to differentiate instruction for learners at every level.\r\nYour support inspires me and empowers my students. We cannot wait to put these resources to work and share the impact with you. Thank you for investing in our classroom and in the success of each child.","fullyFundedDate":1757546015852,"projectUrl":"project/learning-teaching-growing-my-student/9642398/","projectTitle":"Learning, Teaching, & Growing My Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith-Frazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9442923_orig.jpg?crop=2180,2180,x0,y43&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705804677282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9442923"},{"teacherId":9442923,"projectId":9232701,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our class of eager learners! We are truly grateful for your generosity. Our students absolutely love using the rolling whiteboard as a center for activities. With it, we were able to create an interactive anchor chart that made teaching reading and math skills more engaging, hands-on, and meaningful for every child.\r\nThe headphones you provided have been a game-changer. They help our students focus on learning skills on their computers by limiting background disturbances, allowing each child to work with greater concentration and confidence during independent and small-group activities.\r\nYour gift is helping our students grow, not just academically, but in confidence, curiosity, and collaboration. Seeing them excited to learn and to share their ideas has been such a joy. We appreciate your belief in our classroom and in the potential of each student.\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1746753689135,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-growing-kinders-in-our-learn/9232701/","projectTitle":"Tools for Growing Kinders in Our Learning Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smith-Frazier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9442923_orig.jpg?crop=2180,2180,x0,y43&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705804677282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9442923"},{"teacherId":3019194,"projectId":8924475,"letterContent":"I am excited to share the incredible impact your support has had on my regional classroom of exceptional learners! With the new materials from Kaplan Early Learning Company—noise-canceling earmuffs, the Trace and Write Alphabet Center, and flex space floor seats—my students are more engaged, focused, and confident in their learning. These tools have allowed me to provide individualized instruction tailored to each child's unique sensory, academic, and developmental needs.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement and curiosity were contagious! They immediately wanted to explore the alphabet center, try out the tactile learning tools, and settle into the flexible seating areas. These resources have made lessons more interactive, hands-on, and enjoyable, giving students the opportunity to practice literacy and numeracy skills in ways that accommodate their learning styles.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the materials, we have used them in multiple classroom activities, including letter tracing, sensory-focused reading sessions, and small group instruction. The flex seating has created spaces where students can work independently or collaboratively while remaining comfortable and engaged. 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With the new rewards and incentives you provided—like Blow Pops, Pringles, juice, Rice Krispies treats, and fidget toys—my students are more motivated and engaged than ever. Every day, they work hard to meet their MAP testing goals, practice positive behaviors, and achieve personal milestones. The immediate rewards help them see the connection between their effort and success, reinforcing both academic and social-emotional growth.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was palpable! Their eyes lit up at the sight of the treats and fidget toys, and they couldn't wait to demonstrate their skills and good behavior to earn these rewards. Moments like these are powerful—they not only celebrate accomplishments but also build confidence, motivation, and a sense of pride in their progress.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue to integrate these incentives into our PBIS system and classroom routines. The rewards will support ongoing projects, small group learning, and behavior reinforcement, helping students stay focused on achieving their goals. Thanks to your contributions, we are building a classroom culture where every success is celebrated, and each student feels encouraged to keep growing. Your support is truly making a difference in their daily learning and development.","fullyFundedDate":1734630019928,"projectUrl":"project/goals-good-behavior-achieve-receiv/8932114/","projectTitle":"“Goals & Good Behavior: Achieve & Receive!”","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stubbs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3019194_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631182895790","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-stubbshilliard"},{"teacherId":8659766,"projectId":8803531,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our \"Science Lab\" project! Your contributions have truly transformed the way our students engage with science every day.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the new resources, our classroom has become a hub of exploration and discovery. One memorable moment was during a recent hands-on experiment where students used the new microscopes to examine plant cells. Their eyes lit up with excitement as they observed details they had only read about before. This experience sparked thoughtful questions and lively discussions, deepening their understanding in a way that textbooks alone never could.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were priceless—wide smiles, eager hands, and an immediate buzz of curiosity filled the room. It's been inspiring to watch their confidence grow as they tackle more complex scientific concepts with the tools now at their fingertips.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're excited to build on this momentum. The students will soon begin a project investigating local ecosystems, using the lab equipment to collect and analyze samples. This will help them apply the scientific method firsthand and foster a deeper connection to the natural world around them.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making these opportunities possible. Your generosity doesn't just provide resources; it opens doors to a lifetime of learning and discovery for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1734099010053,"projectUrl":"project/science-lab/8803531/","projectTitle":"Science Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8659766_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688098723247","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8659766"},{"teacherId":8659766,"projectId":8756082,"letterContent":"Your contribution has had a powerful impact on our students' learning experiences.\r\n\r\nMany of our donors are familiar with technology at home but may not know how it's uniquely used in schools. In our classroom, technology goes beyond simple use—it's a tool to personalize learning and meet each student where they are. 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