{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dorothy Moses Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":19.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7953477,"projectId":9289513,"letterContent":"Our Students Are Moving, Playing, and Learning Thanks to You!\r\n\r\nBecause of your generous support, our recess time has been completely transformed! The addition of our new storage cart and colorful hula hoops has brought structure, excitement, and joy to a part of the day that our students eagerly look forward to. What used to be a somewhat unorganized and limited recess experience is now an engaging time for movement, teamwork, and creative play, all because of your kindness.\r\n\r\nThe storage cart provides a designated space where everything is neatly organized and easy to access. Students now know exactly where to find what they need and where to return it when playtime is over. This small change has made a big difference in promoting responsibility, independence, and care for shared materials.\r\n\r\nThe hula hoops have been an instant favorite! From traditional hooping to imaginative games and fitness challenges, students have found endless ways to use them. It's been wonderful to watch them create their own games, practice new skills, and cheer each other on. Recess has become a time not only for physical activity but also for collaboration and creativity. Even students who were previously less interested in active play have found something they enjoy whether it's trying to master a new hula hoop trick, using the hoops for group activities, or just having fun with friends.\r\n\r\nYour donation has gone far beyond providing supplies, it has created opportunities for healthier, happier, and more connected students. You have given our children tools for movement and imagination, and in doing so, you've helped nurture lifelong habits of physical activity and cooperation. The smiles on their faces and their excitement each day are proof of how meaningful your contribution truly is.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the importance of play and for investing in our students' well-being. Your generosity has made a lasting difference in our school community, and we are deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1747342892331,"projectUrl":"project/recess-storage-and-hula-hoops/9289513/","projectTitle":"Recess Storage and Hula Hoops","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Comeau Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7953477_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668941408003","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7953477"},{"teacherId":4093355,"projectId":9373782,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students and helping them learn about planting and growing their own food. It was so fun to watch their excitement and see them learn.\r\n\r\nDuring summer school my students got to choose from 30+ different fruits and vegetables that they wanted to plant. They had such a hard time picking with that many varieties! They each got to pick 4 different types of seeds. We then planted them in the starter kits. The radishes were the first to sprout.\r\n\r\nThey enjoyed coming to school each morning to come check to see the progress of their plants. There was some disappointment when plants like corn took longer to sprout. They each took turns watering them on different days. They took pride in being the helper for the plants.\r\n\r\nThis was a great opportunity for my students that don't have a garden at home and even the ones that do. I will continue this project each summer with all my future students. Thank you again for all your support!","fullyFundedDate":1748092214047,"projectUrl":"project/growing-our-own-snack-for-summer-school/9373782/","projectTitle":"Growing Our Own Snack for Summer School!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4093355"},{"teacherId":7953477,"projectId":9195723,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in sponsoring our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your donation of markers, colored pencils, and fun crayons has made a huge impact on my students and our learning environment. I cannot fully express how much your support has meant to us, but I will try!\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the supplies arrived, the excitement in the room was palpable. My students were practically buzzing with joy as we opened the packages together. Some of them gasped with delight, others immediately began planning what they were going to draw, and a few even asked if they could make thank-you cards right away—using the new supplies, of course!\r\n\r\nThis donation couldn't have come at a better time. We were in desperate need of a classroom refill. Many of our old markers were dried out, colored pencils were broken or lost. Thanks to you, that has completely changed. Now they have access to vibrant, high-quality tools that allow them to fully express themselves and channel their creativity in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nWhat has been especially touching is how my students use coloring as a form of connection. They don't just color for fun—they color with purpose. Many of them create drawings to give as gifts to their parents, friends, and teachers. They take great pride in their work, and having a wide range of colors and new materials has allowed them to be more thoughtful and detailed in their creations. They ask questions like, \"What's their favorite color?\" or \"What would make them smile?\" before choosing the perfect crayon or pencil. Your donation has helped them explore the joy of giving, practicing kindness, and building stronger relationships through art.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I've never had a class that loves coloring quite this much. It's not just an activity for free time; it's something they look forward to every day. They use it during morning work, after finishing assignments, during indoor recess, and even as a way to calm down when they're feeling overwhelmed. Coloring has become a valuable tool for social-emotional learning in our classroom, and your gift has made it possible for every student to participate equally. No one has to miss out because there aren't enough materials. That's a gift beyond measure.\r\n\r\nYou've done more than provide school supplies—you've enriched our classroom culture and helped foster a love of creativity, compassion, and self-expression. Seeing my students so engaged and happy is truly the greatest reward. Your kindness reminds us all that there are people out there who care about education and who believe in the potential of every child.\r\n\r\nThank you again from the bottom of our hearts. Your support means everything to us, and we will continue to use these supplies with joy and gratitude every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1742923885100,"projectUrl":"project/coloring-fun/9195723/","projectTitle":"Coloring Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Comeau Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7953477_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668941408003","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7953477"},{"teacherId":7953477,"projectId":8597662,"letterContent":"Dear Dorothy,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous donation of snacks to our kindergarten classroom through DonorsChoose! Your kindness has made such a difference for our students, and we are so incredibly grateful to you.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, snack time has become one of the students' favorite parts of the day! They are excited to see what's available, and it's been amazing to watch them try new things — especially vegetables! The ranch dip you helped provide has been a huge hit. Students who used to be unsure about veggies are now happily munching away on carrots, broccoli, and peas in a pod. It's incredible how a little ranch can make such a big difference!\r\n\r\nYour donation has also helped us beyond the classroom. Having snacks ready for our field trips has been such a blessing! Knowing we have healthy and delicious snacks packed gives us one less thing to worry about and makes our adventures even better. The students are happier, more energized, and ready to enjoy every moment of their special days outside of school.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond just filling their bellies — it helps them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn and explore. It eases a burden for many families and builds a classroom community where everyone feels cared for and supported.\r\n\r\nYou are truly awesome, Dorothy! Thank you for believing in our classroom, for making healthy eating fun, for making field trips smoother, and for bringing so much joy and kindness into our daily lives. We appreciate you more than words can say!","fullyFundedDate":1723767393376,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-and-ranch/8597662/","projectTitle":"Snacks and Ranch","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Comeau Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7953477_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668941408003","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7953477"},{"teacherId":7953477,"projectId":9099368,"letterContent":"Dear Dorothy,\r\n\r\nOn behalf of all the students in our classroom, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation through DonorsChoose. Because of your kindness, our class has been gifted a wonderful collection of Elmer the Elephant books, and I cannot even begin to tell you how much joy they have brought into our classroom.\r\n\r\nEvery time I pull out one of the new Elmer books, I see eager eyes light up and smiles spread across my students' faces. Elmer is already a beloved character in our classroom community, and thanks to you, we now have even more opportunities to enjoy his colorful adventures and learn valuable life lessons along the way. These books have quickly become a favorite choice during our independent reading time, and the students often ask if we can read \"just one more\" together as a class.\r\n\r\nThe lessons Elmer teaches are truly timeless. Through his adventures, the students are learning about kindness, acceptance, celebrating differences, perseverance, and being true to oneself. The bright illustrations and clever storytelling capture their attention, but it's the deeper messages that stay with them long after we have finished the last page. Every Elmer story sparks important conversations about how we treat one another, how we face challenges, and how we find strength in who we are.\r\n\r\nBeyond the life lessons, the joy these books bring into the classroom each day is truly priceless. Reading time has become an adventure, and our students have grown closer as they laugh, think, and even act out parts of the stories together. Several students have even started creating their own \"Elmer\" stories during writing time, coming up with new adventures for our favorite patchwork elephant and his friends. It's wonderful to see how much these stories spark their creativity and imagination.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, Dorothy. You have not only provided us with books — you have given us tools for building a positive, inclusive, and caring classroom environment. You have supported not just literacy skills, but also social-emotional learning, empathy, and self-expression. It is a gift that will continue to impact my students long after this school year ends.\r\n\r\nWe are all so grateful to you. Thank you for believing in our classroom, for supporting a love of reading, and for helping create lasting memories through Elmer's colorful world. Every book you donated is a reminder that there are wonderful people like you out there who care deeply about education, creativity, and the happiness of young learners.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you, Dorothy!","fullyFundedDate":1740007644222,"projectUrl":"project/new-white-boards-markers/9099368/","projectTitle":"New White Boards & Markers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Comeau Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7953477_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668941408003","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7953477"},{"teacherId":7953477,"projectId":8858070,"letterContent":"**Thank You for Supporting Our Recess Fun!** 🌟⚽🎨\r\n\r\nWe are so incredibly grateful for your generous support of our project to bring new recess equipment to our kindergarten students! Thanks to your kindness, we have been able to transform our outdoor playtime into an even more joyful, active, and engaging experience for all of our students. Your donation has truly made a difference!\r\n\r\nSince receiving the new equipment, we have shared it across all the kindergarten classes during recess, and it has been wonderful to watch the students explore and enjoy everything you made possible. The excitement each day as we bring out the soccer balls, recess balls, basketballs, frisbees, and ribbons is truly heartwarming. You can hear the laughter and cheers across the playground as soon as the equipment is brought out. It has quickly become the highlight of our students' day!\r\n\r\nOne of the most popular activities has been soccer. The students love running across the field, kicking the ball back and forth, and working together as a team. Many of them are learning about teamwork, sportsmanship, and perseverance while getting lots of exercise and burning off energy in such a positive way. It has been so fun to watch them improve their skills and grow more confident with each game. Soccer has helped even our shyest students feel like part of a team, and new friendships are blossoming through these games.\r\n\r\nThe recess balls have also been a huge hit. Students are playing classic games of catch, dribbling and shooting basketballs, and inventing new games together. It has been amazing to see their creativity shine as they come up with new ways to use the equipment. They are not only getting exercise but also developing coordination, teamwork, and problem-solving skills — all while having an incredible amount of fun.\r\n\r\nThe frisbees have added a whole new level of excitement to recess as well. Watching the kids throw them high into the air and race after them brings huge smiles to their faces. They love challenging themselves to see how far and how high they can throw. It's another wonderful way they are building gross motor skills while simply enjoying being outside with their friends.\r\n\r\nAnd finally, the colorful flying ribbons have captured everyone's hearts! The students absolutely adore running across the playground with the ribbons soaring behind them. It's such a joyful, beautiful sight to see those bright colors flying through the air as the kids twirl, dance, and laugh together. The ribbons have been especially great for encouraging imaginative play, and they have quickly become a favorite piece of equipment for so many students.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our recess time is now full of energy, creativity, friendship, and endless fun. Your generosity has not only provided important physical exercise for our students but has also given them meaningful moments of happiness, confidence, and connection. Every ball kicked, every frisbee thrown, and every ribbon waved is a reminder of the joy and opportunities you have given these young learners.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of all the kindergarten students and teachers, THANK YOU again for making our playground a place full of smiles, laughter, and growth. We appreciate you more than words can say!","fullyFundedDate":1728927727032,"projectUrl":"project/fun-recess-equipment/8858070/","projectTitle":"Fun Recess Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Comeau Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7953477_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668941408003","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7953477"},{"teacherId":7953477,"projectId":8797104,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredibly generous donation to my classroom! My students were absolutely thrilled to dive into the wonderful world of Elmer and thoroughly enjoyed reading each and every book in the collection. It was such a joy to see their excitement as they discovered the different stories featuring Elmer's adventures. I was so delighted by the collection that I couldn't resist sharing it with my fellow teachers, who were completely surprised to learn that Elmer's story extends beyond just one book. Your kindness has truly made a lasting impact on our classroom and beyond!","fullyFundedDate":1726765599403,"projectUrl":"project/elmer-the-elephant-books/8797104/","projectTitle":"Elmer the Elephant Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Comeau Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7953477_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668941408003","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7953477"},{"teacherId":7953477,"projectId":8908000,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! My little kinder friends had a wonderful time exploring the different versions of *The Gingerbread Man.* They were fascinated by how each author changed whether the gingerbread man would be eaten or escape. The gingerbread man STEM kit was an absolute hit! They had a blast designing boats to help him escape and bringing the story to life through role-playing. Your support means the world to my classroom and students.You are amazing! \r\n\r\nThank you bunches!","fullyFundedDate":1733239240083,"projectUrl":"project/lets-read-the-gingerbread-stories-in-ki/8908000/","projectTitle":"Let's Read the Gingerbread Stories in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Comeau Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7953477_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668941408003","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7953477"},{"teacherId":9370980,"projectId":8708098,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our 2nd-grade classes have been buzzing with joy and energy as we have gotten to explore the new recess equipment. From vibrant playground balls to jump ropes and imaginative toys, these resources have added a fresh spark to our daily recess routines. Recess has transformed into an opportunity not only for active play but also for practicing teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills.\r\n\r\nThe moment we introduced the new materials was magical. When the students first saw the colorful assortment of balls, jump ropes, and tail balls, their faces lit up with pure excitement. One student exclaimed, \"Recess is going to so fun!\" They immediately began organizing games like kickball and four square, showcasing their creativity and collaboration. Watching them negotiate rules and include every classmate made me incredibly proud.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has gone far beyond providing this equipment—it has enriched our social skills and helped nurture essential life skills. 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