{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"DePue Unit School","outOfStateSupporters":29.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1981097,"projectId":9505638,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and kindness! Because of you, my first graders made it through the hot school days to start the year feeling cool and comfortable! Our classroom gets very warm in those first few weeks of school, and your support means my students were able to focus on learning instead of the heat.\r\n\r\nThese cooling neck fans made (and will continue to make) such a real difference helping my little readers stay engaged, helping young writers stay calm, and reminding every single child that there are people out there who believe in them. Your gift doesn't just bring a breeze; it brings joy, encouragement, and a sense of being supported by a community that cares.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for helping us stay cool, stay kind, and start our year with big smiles. We're sending breezy gratitude your way!","fullyFundedDate":1754620164997,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-cool-kids-even-cooler-with-neck/9505638/","projectTitle":"Keeping Cool Kids Even Cooler With Neck Fans!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dobrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1981097_orig.png?crop=293,293,x26,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594327823141","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsdobrich"},{"teacherId":1981097,"projectId":9571597,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Our classroom gets incredibly warm at the start of the year, and your donation made such a huge difference for our first graders. With these cooling neck fans, my students were able to learn, read, and write with far more comfort. Plus they were encouraged just knowing that someone out there is cheering them on. \r\n\r\nYour kindness brings both a breeze and a boost of encouragement. I know these cooling neck fans are going to come in handy at the end of the school year also! We're so grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1755626622947,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-cool-with-a-couple-more-cooling/9571597/","projectTitle":"Keeping Cool With A Couple More Cooling Neck Fans!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dobrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1981097_orig.png?crop=293,293,x26,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594327823141","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsdobrich"},{"teacherId":6704576,"projectId":9275581,"letterContent":"When my 4th graders first experienced our new alternative lighting, their excitement was immediate. They commented that the classroom felt \"calm\" and \"so much easier on \r\nour eyes.\" The softer glow has completely changed the atmosphere—students can focus without the harsh glare of overhead lights, and the room feels more welcoming \r\nand peaceful.\r\n\r\nWe use the alternative lighting during independent reading, small group work, and whole-class lessons. It has helped reduce eye strain, kept students from becoming overstimulated, and created a learning space that feels safe and comfortable. I've noticed that students settle in more quickly and stay engaged longer because the environment supports their focus.\r\n\r\nTeaching in a pre-K through 12th grade building with such an incredible and diverse student body, I want to provide the best learning environment possible. Thanks to your generosity, this project has made that possible. The alternative lighting is already making a daily difference for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1746535186379,"projectUrl":"project/alternative-lighting-for-the-greatest-st/9275581/","projectTitle":"Alternative Lighting for the Greatest Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Keegan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6704576"},{"teacherId":6704576,"projectId":9276093,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project and helping bring blackout curtains into our 4th grade classroom! The difference they have made is incredible.\r\n\r\nBefore the curtains, our classroom was often too bright, which made it hard for students to focus—especially when we used the projector or did activities that required less glare. Now, with the curtains, our room feels calmer and more comfortable. Students can see the board clearly without squinting, and the space feels more inviting for both learning and quiet time.\r\n\r\nWe've also noticed a huge improvement in the temperature of our classroom. The blackout curtains help keep the heat out on sunny afternoons, making the room cooler and much more comfortable for everyone. Combined with the softer lighting, this has created a peaceful environment that allows my students to stay focused and engaged.\r\n\r\nDuring read-alouds, group discussions, and independent work, the difference is clear. My students love the change and have commented that it makes the room feel \"cozy\" and \"like a real learning space.\"\r\n\r\nYour generosity has directly impacted my students' ability to concentrate, stay cool, and feel comfortable throughout the day. Thank you for helping create a better learning environment for them. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1746539565421,"projectUrl":"project/keep-the-heat-out/9276093/","projectTitle":"Keep the Heat Out!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Keegan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6704576"},{"teacherId":8413004,"projectId":9228149,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation toward our new classroom books! Your support means the world to my students and myself. Beause of your kindness, our classroom library will grow into a place where every child in my classroom can discover new stories and ideas. \r\nI can not wait to introduce these favorite book characters to this year's 2nd graders! The adventures of Turkey and friends, I know will have them laughing from his silly adventures. The Bear and friends, I know will help to teach them many important lessons. You are officially our reading hero!!","fullyFundedDate":1750868283995,"projectUrl":"project/good-books-with-our-favorite-characters/9228149/","projectTitle":"Good Books With Our Favorite Characters","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harmon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8413004_orig.jpg?crop=300,300,x158,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666393398754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8413004"},{"teacherId":5984285,"projectId":9300375,"letterContent":"Oh my, it brings joy to our school everyday! Thank you for your support the groovy decorations really made the beginning of the school year a hit! The students pre-K through 12 are enjoying the decorations and are fully on board with this years theme.\r\nIt is really wonderful to see the students of this school smile when they walk down the groovy looking hallways. \r\nNot only are the students \"digging\" it, but the staff has fully embraced this theme and are having a good time with it. \r\nWithout your donations, it wouldn't have been possible to have a groovy start to this school year!","fullyFundedDate":1747868286964,"projectUrl":"project/a-groovy-new-year/9300375/","projectTitle":"A Groovy New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weddell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5984285"},{"teacherId":8413004,"projectId":9290230,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of school supplies for our classroom. Your kindness helps ensure that every student has the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed.\r\nBecause of you, our classroom will be filled with all the necessary supplies to have a successful school year. Your support doesn't just fill our classroom; it inspires confidence, creativity, and a love for learning in all of my students. \r\nWe truly appreciate your generosity and the difference you're making in our school.","fullyFundedDate":1747868287033,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-2nd-grade/9290230/","projectTitle":"Supplies for 2nd Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harmon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8413004_orig.jpg?crop=300,300,x158,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666393398754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8413004"},{"teacherId":1981097,"projectId":9314574,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our first grade project! Your kindness means the world to us. With your help, we'll grow our very own class plant, read books like, \"The World's Best Class Plant\", and learn how we're all unique... just like our plants! At the end of the year, each student will take home a piece of our class plant, rooted with care in a pot they decorated themselves. These hands-on lessons will help us bloom in science, responsibility, and friendship. Thank you for being a part of our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1746542099286,"projectUrl":"project/first-graders-rooted-together-but-growi/9314574/","projectTitle":"First Graders Rooted Together, But Growing Unique!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dobrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1981097_orig.png?crop=293,293,x26,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594327823141","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsdobrich"},{"teacherId":1981097,"projectId":9233815,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! Our first graders are so excited to add more books by favorite authors like Mac Barnett, Mo Willems, and Greg Pizzoli. Many of these books have completed our series and sets by these authors! These stories bring so much joy, laughter, and learning into our classroom. Your generosity helped us keep the love of reading alive as we finished the year strong. These books will be treasured by many students for years to come. Thank you for making our classroom a fun, inspiring place to grow as readers.","fullyFundedDate":1746969391127,"projectUrl":"project/little-readers-big-love-for-books/9233815/","projectTitle":"Little Readers, Big Love for Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dobrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1981097_orig.png?crop=293,293,x26,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594327823141","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsdobrich"},{"teacherId":1981097,"projectId":9349483,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! I still remember the joy Scholastic News brought me as a kid and that feeling of the excitement of a new issue and learning something new. Now, my first graders will get to experience that same joy! These magazines help build reading skills, spark curiosity, and make real-world topics fun and engaging. Your kindness is helping my students learn about the world in a way they'll always remember. We're so grateful! We can't wait for our first issue to arrive!\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAsk ChatGPT","fullyFundedDate":1747868287087,"projectUrl":"project/big-news-for-little-readers/9349483/","projectTitle":"Big News for Little Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dobrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1981097_orig.png?crop=293,293,x26,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594327823141","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsdobrich"},{"teacherId":8413004,"projectId":9108961,"letterContent":"Once again I am so thankful that there are generous people who are willing to give to my projects that will help me educate the students in my classroom. My students are always so excited to see what new things have arrived when they see boxes being delivered to our classroom. \r\nThese books and supplies will be put to good use in my classroom not just for this school but for years to come. The books I received will go perfectly with my Sweet Treats Emergency Sub plans. The storage box will be used to store all of my sub materials that way they are ready to go if I am in need of an emergency sub. The art supplies will help the students with a STEM project where they get to design their own cookie cutter. \r\nMy plan is that if I do not need to use these materials during the school year, then for the finally week of school I will have a whole set of materials to have a Sweet Treats week with my students.","fullyFundedDate":1743089555485,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-treat-subbing-in-2nd-grade/9108961/","projectTitle":"Sweet Treat Subbing in 2nd Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harmon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8413004_orig.jpg?crop=300,300,x158,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666393398754","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8413004"},{"teacherId":1981097,"projectId":9191573,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our first grade classroom project, Little Detectives, Big Discoveries! Because of your kindness, my students now have the tools they need to become stronger, more confident readers.\r\n\r\nThey are learning how to look at pictures and words, think deeply, and make smart guesses about what is happening in a story. It's been so exciting to watch their reading skills grow along with their love for books.\r\n\r\nOne student said, \"I feel like a reading detective!\"—and that's exactly what we hoped for. Your support has made learning fun and meaningful for them.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity. 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