{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"James R Doolittle Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":43.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9728736,"projectId":9574890,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Because of your support, we now have the cleaning supplies we need to keep our learning environment safe, healthy, and organized throughout the school year.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThese materials may seem simple, but they make a tremendous difference in our day-to-day routines. With the wipes, sprays, and other essentials you helped provide, my students can take pride in their space, practice responsibility, and learn in a classroom that feels calm, cared for, and welcoming. It also helps us reduce the spread so that students are in class and ready to learn.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nYour kindness has taken a big worry off our shoulders. Instead of stretching limited resources or scrambling to replace supplies, we can stay focused on learning, creativity, and connection. My students have already noticed the difference, and we've made it part of our daily routine to clean our desks and shared areas. They genuinely love taking ownership of their space!","fullyFundedDate":1758203003155,"projectUrl":"project/a-strong-start-essentials-to-get-ready/9574890/","projectTitle":"A Strong Start: Essentials to get Ready","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9728736_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726499869015","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9728736"},{"teacherId":6759364,"projectId":9215364,"letterContent":"This project, Wearable Art—Bringing Student Designs to Life profoundly impacted student learning by transforming abstract artistic concepts into tangible, proudly worn creations. The provision of t-shirts and printmaking supplies transformed student art into a personal canvas, significantly boosting their engagement and ownership over their work.\r\n\r\nMy students experienced the full design-to-production cycle, applying principles of graphic design, color theory, and composition to a real-world product. This hands-on, practical application of skills fostered a deeper understanding of art's role in daily life and cultivated a sense of genuine pride as they literally wore their accomplishments and shared their unique artistic voices with the entire school community and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1751389313530,"projectUrl":"project/wearable-art-bringing-student-designs-t/9215364/","projectTitle":"Wearable Art: Bringing Student Designs to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hope","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/aoko-hope"},{"teacherId":4247922,"projectId":8922694,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project! Because of you, my middle school music students now have the tools they need to think, plan, create, and compose like real musicians. The composition notebooks and pencils you funded have transformed our classroom — students are writing melodies, sketching rhythms, reflecting on their ideas, and proudly sharing their original music with one another.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has given them a sense of ownership, confidence, and excitement about creating something that is truly their own. Thank you for investing in their creativity and helping them grow as young composers!","fullyFundedDate":1731696927479,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-composers-with-the-tool/8922694/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Composers with the Tools They Need to Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Riggs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4247922_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485739628922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4247922"},{"teacherId":4247922,"projectId":9528146,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Your donation has made a real difference for our students and our entire school community. The new microphones and stands have completely transformed what's possible in our auditorium — students can now be heard clearly during performances, assemblies, and concerts. You've helped our young musicians, singers, and speakers gain confidence as they share their voices with pride. We are deeply grateful for your support in helping our music program shine!","fullyFundedDate":1754534296031,"projectUrl":"project/microphones-and-stands-lets-go/9528146/","projectTitle":"Microphones and Stands! Let's Go!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Riggs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4247922_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1485739628922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4247922"},{"teacherId":9465446,"projectId":9430659,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful donations to our school. Our students have been so excited to learn time management skills this year. \r\n\r\nThe best way I can show you the impact is an email I received from one of our paraprofessionals after using the timers and whiteboards this week:\r\n\r\n\" Up until Friday I was ready to tell you that it is a complete fail, but Friday I had my students asking to write down the tasks and set the timer. Honestly, it blew my mind! The biggest kick was it was not only the students that I am scheduled to support but other students as well. At first, I thought \"they just wanted to draw and play with the timer\", but then at one point in the day I observed a student sitting down, looking at my schedule (that is taped to my folder), writing down each class from the correct time, correct class. I was beyond proud!\"\r\n\r\nOur students have been growing their independence thanks to your donations. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1753283780379,"projectUrl":"project/its-time-to-be-organized-and-independen/9430659/","projectTitle":"It’s TIME to be Organized and Independent","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rob","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9465446_orig.jpg?crop=1302,1302,x173,y54&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753042201865","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9465446"},{"teacherId":9485804,"projectId":9662626,"letterContent":"Due to your kindness and support my students were able to create so many different pieces of art that they were so proud of. Because of you this electives class is a school favorite and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to teach it. You have made an everlasting impression on these little ones!\r\n\r\nThey created puppets, haunted houses, coffin shelves, dolls, toys, picture frames, and gifts for their families and friends. They learned how to use all different kinds of tools and tips and tricks that they can apply to things for their entire lives.","fullyFundedDate":1757508591266,"projectUrl":"project/chop-grind-color-and-carve-woodcarvin/9662626/","projectTitle":"Chop! Grind! Color and Carve! Woodcarving Class 2026","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9485804_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709652803815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9485804"},{"teacherId":6759364,"projectId":9550845,"letterContent":"We are really enjoying the new carpet in countless ways! It's the calm corner before the storm! The new rug gives our 7:30 AM Art Club a quiet, dedicated spot to focus and collaborate before the school day even begins. It's become the go-to spot for my morning art club members.\r\n\r\nDuring art class, my Kindergartners, enjoy creative play on the carpet. When I pulled a small group to read them a story about artist Romare Bearden, it was wonderful to be able to spread out and have quiet time away from the hustle and bustle of the art studio. The rug allows us to create a quiet 'reading nook' for focused small-group instruction. \r\n\r\nThe rug has become a soft landing for creativity. It defines a safe space for our youngest artists to explore, imagine, and connect.","fullyFundedDate":1754784031623,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-clean-and-calm-a-rug-for-our-art/9550845/","projectTitle":"Cozy, Clean and Calm: A Rug for Our Art Studio","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hope","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/aoko-hope"},{"teacherId":6977290,"projectId":9237973,"letterContent":"The STEM materials was everything for my first graders. As the children open and read each book it was a sight to see. Their excitement left me speechless. The STEM library helped them to explore and learn about different scientists and engineers. They were so collaborative and engaging with each other. The stickers were used as an incentives to remind my students how well they were doing with all of the resources we received through your generous donations. We will be forever grateful for your donations. Thank you, thank you!!!","fullyFundedDate":1744212157944,"projectUrl":"project/curious-minds/9237973/","projectTitle":"Curious Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. S.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6977290"},{"teacherId":6977290,"projectId":9204600,"letterContent":"Words can't express the feelings and happiness that my students felt as they flew these kites. Oh how they ran and held on to their kites as they chased them with the wind to show each other how high their kites were able to fly. In addition, the laughter, joy, and excitement brought so much freedom to these students. It was truly a joy to see them have so much fun with their classmates. Finally, the bubbles was an added addition to focus on how many bubbles they were able to bust and count at the same time. We will be forever grateful for your generous donation! Again, thank you, thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1742918053307,"projectUrl":"project/connecting-to-my-emotions/9204600/","projectTitle":"Connecting to My Emotions","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. S.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6977290"},{"teacherId":9728736,"projectId":9134797,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with your generous donation of headphones. Your contribution is making a huge difference in the daily learning experience of my students. Having access to individual headphones allows them to fully engage in digital lessons, assessments, and enrichment activities without distractions. For many of them, this is the first time they've had tools that help them focus and work independently in a tech-driven classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on their faces when the headphones arrived was unforgettable! They now approach their learning stations with more confidence and motivation, knowing they have what they need to succeed. Your generosity has helped create a quieter, more productive learning space where every student can thrive. Thank you again for investing in their education and supporting our classroom goals.","fullyFundedDate":1744033078986,"projectUrl":"project/the-sound-of-learning-headphones-for-ou/9134797/","projectTitle":"The Sound of Learning: Headphones for Our Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9728736_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726499869015","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9728736"},{"teacherId":9728736,"projectId":8982660,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our DonorsChoose project. Your support means the world to my students and me. Many of my students come to school without having had breakfast or with limited access to food throughout the day, and your donation helps ensure they have the energy and focus needed to learn and thrive. You've made it possible for us to stock our classroom with snacks that fuel their bodies.\r\n\r\nAlready, I've seen a positive shift—students are more engaged, less distracted, and excited to have access to snack options. This project has created more than just full stomachs; it has fostered a stronger sense of community and care in our classroom. Thank you again for being part of this meaningful impact. We're so grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1742937841131,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-hands-brain-food-snacks-for-l/8982660/","projectTitle":"Healthy Hands & Brain Food: Snacks for learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9728736_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726499869015","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9728736"},{"teacherId":9485804,"projectId":9097525,"letterContent":"Your donations brought so many new experiences to my students! They were able to make puppets, amazing wooden ornaments (both carved and painted), and they have built so many wooden projects from remote control dinosaurs to solar cars! \r\n\r\nThe looks on their faces to see all the new supplies was indescribable. They do not get to experience so many things and although some things are challenging that in itself develops many more qualities that will help them through life. 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