{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Desert Meadows Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8365262,"projectId":9211991,"letterContent":"Starting off this school year with all of these additional resources and activities felt like a huge sigh of relief. For the first time in a while, I feel like I have options — real tools that let me meet my students where they are, spark their curiosity, and build meaningful learning opportunities every single day. Your generosity has already made such a visible difference in my classroom, and I want to share my deepest thanks for believing in our students and their learning journey.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase anchor charts have quickly become a classroom favorite! They've transformed the way we review lessons and organize our thinking. Whether we're mapping out the steps of the scientific method, breaking down a complex reading passage, or working through multi-step math problems, these charts make learning interactive and collaborative. The workbooks have also been a true game-changer. They provide extra practice that supports our curriculum, allowing each student to work at their own pace while still staying connected to our grade-level standards. For students who need a little more reinforcement, the pages give them a sense of structure and accomplishment.\r\n\r\nEvery day, I am reminded of how much your support means. When I look around and see students proudly solving a math problem on the dry erase chart, or sharing their answers from their workbook, I see the impact of your generosity in real time. You didn't just give materials — you gave experiences, opportunities, and a sense of excitement about learning. I'm excited to have them dive into the science kits later this year too in order to review for testing!\r\n\r\nThank you immensely for your kindness and investment in our classroom. Your donation doesn't just support one group of students — it will continue to benefit many more for years to come. I can't wait to keep using these resources to inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every learner who walks through my door.","fullyFundedDate":1746785760539,"projectUrl":"project/extension-and-extra-practice/9211991/","projectTitle":"Extension and Extra Practice","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Soto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8365262_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742953758431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8365262"},{"teacherId":9198251,"projectId":9195277,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom! Your support has already made a meaningful impact on my students' learning. The student aprons will be used during our plant life cycle unit, allowing students to paint their own pots before starting our garden. Not only will these aprons make learning hands-on and fun, but they will also help keep our school uniforms clean—a win-win for both students and teachers!\r\n\r\nThe new printer and laminator have been lifesavers, especially when our school printer is down or when I need to prepare important materials quickly. Testing dividers will make administering spelling and end-of-year assessments much more organized, helping me better understand what each student knows. Additionally, the teacher stamps and ink pads will bring a celebratory touch to student work, recognizing their effort and hard work in a way that truly motivates them.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has allowed me to create a more engaging, organized, and encouraging learning environment. I am so grateful for your support and for helping make a difference in the lives of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1742954241493,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-futures-with-the-necessi/9195277/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Futures with the Necessities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9198251_orig.jpg?crop=2415,2415,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704833190852","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9198251"},{"teacherId":9198251,"projectId":9267872,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support in helping bring a new library to my classroom. Because of your contributions, my students now have access to a wide range of books that capture their interests and meet their reading levels. This new space has quickly become a highlight of our day, giving students the chance to explore stories, discover new topics, and strengthen their reading skills.\r\n\r\nI've already seen a remarkable difference in my students. They are more excited to read, often sharing books with their classmates and discussing what they've learned. The library has created a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity, collaboration, and confidence, and I can see how it is shaping them into stronger readers and learners.\r\n\r\nI am so grateful for your support and for believing in the importance of fostering a love of reading. Your generosity has truly transformed my classroom, and I cannot thank you enough for the lasting impact you have made for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1746786378536,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-imagination-classroom-library/9267872/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Imagination: Classroom Library Revamp Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9198251_orig.jpg?crop=2415,2415,x0,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704833190852","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9198251"},{"teacherId":1034154,"projectId":9237459,"letterContent":"I want to tell you what a great impact your donation towards this project has made. Being able to use a speech device to aide in my instruction has allowed me to make so many more connections with my students. 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The colored paper is beautiful and makes my important newsletters really stand out in a folder full of papers. \r\nMy students are really enjoying the stickers and stamps as a reward for their great work! They were so excited to see our new things! \r\nParents are excited to receive our \"good news\" postcards. I have been able to celebrate many students and their efforts by using these notes. And now they also have fun fridge art!! \r\nThank you so much for contributing to my classroom and helping to bring my project to life!! :-)","fullyFundedDate":1747097275378,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics/9146782/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4963795_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510168302836","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/russellkinder"},{"teacherId":4963795,"projectId":9123779,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support! My students are really enjoying the stickers and stamps on their papers! They are a constant motivational tool that we all look forward to receiving. Our new supplies really help to keep our classroom running smoothly. The scissors, whiteboard markers, pencils, and paper have really help support my students and their constant activities. \r\nThanks to you my families are receiving communication letters that stand out from the usual school papers that are often lost in a child's backpack. My families and I are communicating better than ever! They are enjoying the cute postcard notes too!! What a fun way to say \"your kid is great!\" than by doing so in color and style!\r\nThank you for your continued support to my classroom. It makes a huge difference to have materials like these ready every day to be used by so many children.","fullyFundedDate":1740272747898,"projectUrl":"project/scholarly-scholastic/9123779/","projectTitle":"Scholarly Scholastic","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4963795_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510168302836","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/russellkinder"},{"teacherId":8371372,"projectId":6761579,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project. With the cricut, I was able to make fun shirts, ornaments, end of the year gifts, and much more. Students were able to design our classroom flag and the shirts they wore for field day! I was able to create bulletin board letters, labels, and stickers for my kids and as decorations around the classroom. \r\n\r\nThe students loved their personalized water bottles and T-shirts for field day! They said it was the best day ever!! \r\n\r\nThank you so much for donating to my project. My students and I couldn't be more grateful! :)","fullyFundedDate":1665434297112,"projectUrl":"project/get-creative-with-cricut/6761579/","projectTitle":"Get Creative with Cricut!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ferguson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8371372"},{"teacherId":9828339,"projectId":8924033,"letterContent":"My name is Scott Abney. I'm the music teacher at Desert Meadows Elementary School in Laveen, Arizona. I teach Kindergarten through 8th grade general music. My students all learn a little differently and are coming to my class with different abilities and disabilities. Some of my students love my class, and pay close attention, but they can't sit still.\r\n\r\nThe educube chairs you provided support their sides and back when they sit in them. This support on those regions of their bodies calms and stabilizes them. \r\n\r\nWith money you supplied, I also bought a soccer ball, basketball, and football. My middle schoolers get to take those out on Fridays if they've had great participation and behavior all week. That's an awesome learning incentive!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity to my class.","fullyFundedDate":1739373526022,"projectUrl":"project/educubes-help-traumatized-children/8924033/","projectTitle":"Educubes Help Traumatized Children","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Abney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9828339_orig.jpg?crop=1426,1426,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732238964583","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9828339"},{"teacherId":1844229,"projectId":9059247,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students in my classroom, I am writing to express our sincere and profound gratitude for your incredibly thoughtful donation of seat cushions. Your generosity has already made a tangible and positive impact on our students' learning experience, and we wanted to share just how much it means to us.\r\n\r\nBefore your donation, many of our students were sitting on hard, uncomfortable chairs for extended periods throughout the school day. This often led to restlessness, difficulty concentrating, and even physical discomfort. We noticed students shifting frequently, struggling to stay focused during lessons, and sometimes even missing valuable instruction time due to discomfort.\r\n\r\nSince the arrival of your wonderful seat cushions, the atmosphere in our classrooms has noticeably shifted. Students are now able to settle into their seats more comfortably, allowing them to better focus on their studies.","fullyFundedDate":1739373535892,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/9059247/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1844229_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473216296329","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/chaveztocatalina"},{"teacherId":9198251,"projectId":9120270,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support in funding our grant for early literacy items. Your kindness and commitment to education have made a meaningful impact on our students, and I cannot thank you enough.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is now equipped with essential literacy tools, and learning materials that will inspire young minds and foster a lifelong love of reading. Watching my students engage with these resources—eagerly turning pages, sounding out words, and discovering new stories—is a joy beyond words. Your support has truly made a difference in their learning journey.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of early literacy and for investing in the future of these young learners. 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