{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"E.A. Bouchet International School","outOfStateSupporters":28.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9880074,"projectId":9704383,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! The basketball hoop extender was out of stock and we had to pick an alternative. Instead we were able to order 12 brand new high quality soccer balls for our school. The students exploded in excitement when yhey saw them for the first time. Before we were using ages old volleyballs as soccer balls and they were on their last leg. Most of our students are not exposed to soccer so this was an exciting new for them. We have already began a soccer unit and the kids love it.","fullyFundedDate":1758222427194,"projectUrl":"project/basketball-hoop-extender/9704383/","projectTitle":"Basketball Hoop Extender","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Metzger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9880074"},{"teacherId":135849,"projectId":9200236,"letterContent":"We are still so very appreciative and honored for you generous donation to our classroom community. Since receiving our HP Printer it has been so wonderful for our students to have colored copies of materials that we use throughout our school day. The ability to print quality colored documents that students have access to has been wonderful. We are looking forward to being able to print their authentically designed slides presentations in color. They will be able to use these printed documents to refer to as they present to classmates and teachers. \r\n\r\nThe addition of the shredder has been awesome. Of course, having such a novel addition to our everyday classroom furniture has been a curiosity for our students. So now everyone wants a turn to shred some papers! It's worth it! The conversations and increased awareness this has brought to our students about consumption, waste, recycling and repurposing is invaluable and I'm sure the impact is going to be lifelong! Thank you again for supporting students and teachers, we appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1746495273058,"projectUrl":"project/look-its-confetti-a-cats-bedding-and/9200236/","projectTitle":"Look It's Confetti, a Cat's Bedding and Packing Ready!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Little","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp135849_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x3,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760131982719","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/135849"},{"teacherId":272984,"projectId":9483066,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, my 3rd grade students now have access to healthy, individually wrapped snacks that help them stay focused and energized throughout the school day. The excitement was immediate—the moment I introduced the snack station, students lit up with joy. One student even said, \"Now I won't be hungry during math time!\" These snacks have quickly become an essential part of our daily routine, especially during small group learning, where students need sustained attention and energy.\r\n\r\nWe've used the snacks to create a \"Fuel-Up\" break that students look forward to after completing their morning work. This short pause not only gives them a boost of energy but also encourages responsibility, as they manage their snack choices and clean up after themselves. I've noticed improved participation and fewer distractions, especially during our most challenging lessons. Students are more alert, confident, and ready to engage—something that has made a real difference in their academic performance and classroom behavior.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we're incorporating healthy habits into our leadership and wellness activities. Students are learning why nutrition matters and how small choices, like having a healthy snack, can make a big impact on their ability to learn and grow. Your support didn't just provide food—it showed students that their well-being matters. Thank you for investing in their minds, their health, and their success!","fullyFundedDate":1754350408644,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-young-minds/9483066/","projectTitle":"Fueling Young Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp272984_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689510854311","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/272984"},{"teacherId":272984,"projectId":9482986,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my 3rd grade students started the school year with everything they needed to feel confident and prepared! When they walked into the classroom and saw the colorful nametags, brand-new notebooks, and neatly organized folders waiting for them, their faces lit up. One student said, \"This feels like a real classroom now!\" That moment captured exactly how much your donation meant.\r\n\r\nWe've used the supplies daily across all subjects—writing in journals, organizing assignments in folders, and using nametags to build classroom community. These materials have helped students stay organized, take ownership of their work, and focus on learning instead of worrying about what they might be missing. It's especially helped our small group instruction, where having materials ready keeps transitions smooth and time focused on learning.\r\n\r\nNext, we're launching a class project where students will use their notebooks to reflect on their learning goals and track their progress throughout the year. These journals will become a record of their growth and hard work—made possible by your kindness. Thank you for helping us start the year strong and setting the tone for success in Room 317!","fullyFundedDate":1753931031640,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-learn-bright-3rd-grade-minds/9482986/","projectTitle":"Ready to Learn: Bright 3rd Grade Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp272984_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689510854311","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/272984"},{"teacherId":272984,"projectId":9200744,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom is now filled with the excitement of drawing and creativity! The How to Draw books have been a huge hit—students were thrilled the moment they saw the colorful covers and step-by-step guides. For many of them, this was their first time using books specifically designed to teach drawing. They dove right in, choosing books that matched their interests—whether it was animals, cartoons, or vehicles—and got to work sketching with pride.\r\n\r\nThese books are doing more than just teaching art—they're helping students build important academic and emotional skills. Drawing encourages focus, patience, and perseverance. As students follow each step, they're learning how to break tasks down, pay attention to detail, and celebrate progress. One student who struggles with reading confidence has found joy and success in using the drawing books, showing their completed artwork to classmates and even leading a mini \"how-to\" session during free time. It has been amazing to see students gain confidence and express themselves in new ways.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we are incorporating the drawing books into our IB \"Express Yourself\" unit, allowing students to connect their art to personal narratives and reflections. Whether used during independent time, as part of a writing extension, or to support social-emotional learning, these books have become a valued and joyful resource in our classroom. Thank you for helping us unlock creativity and build confidence—one sketch at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1744200177658,"projectUrl":"project/sketch-doodle-draw/9200744/","projectTitle":"Sketch! Doodle! Draw!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp272984_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689510854311","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/272984"},{"teacherId":272984,"projectId":9200612,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, my 3rd grade students now have access to healthy, individually wrapped snacks that help them stay focused and energized throughout the school day. The excitement was immediate—the moment I introduced the snack station, students lit up with joy. One student even said, \"Now I won't be hungry during math time!\" These snacks have quickly become an essential part of our daily routine, especially during small group learning, where students need sustained attention and energy.\r\n\r\nWe've used the snacks to create a \"Fuel-Up\" break that students look forward to after completing their morning work. This short pause not only gives them a boost of energy but also encourages responsibility, as they manage their snack choices and clean up after themselves. I've noticed improved participation and fewer distractions, especially during our most challenging lessons. Students are more alert, confident, and ready to engage—something that has made a real difference in their academic performance and classroom behavior.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we're incorporating healthy habits into our leadership and wellness activities. Students are learning why nutrition matters and how small choices, like having a healthy snack, can make a big impact on their ability to learn and grow. Your support didn't just provide food—it showed students that their well-being matters. Thank you for investing in their minds, their health, and their success!","fullyFundedDate":1746489249761,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-future-leaders/9200612/","projectTitle":"Fueling Future Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp272984_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689510854311","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/272984"},{"teacherId":8120392,"projectId":9494576,"letterContent":"I was very excited to have the composition notebooks and pencils available for my students as they entered my classroom for the first week of school. My students were able to create labels for their journals using colored pencils to personalize their journals and placing them in their classroom bins. When we as teachers set the standards at the very start of school, student will continue with the expected outcome set in place. For this reason along, I wanted to thank you for your support in making that policy happen with your donation. My new students are off to explore the world because they have these basic materials to make exploration, journaling, and writing happen.","fullyFundedDate":1754350408285,"projectUrl":"project/getting-started/9494576/","projectTitle":"Getting Started","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lisa Hudson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8120392_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x277,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639083379933","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hudson-bouchet"},{"teacherId":8120392,"projectId":8971558,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating pencils, mechanical pencils, scissors and construction paper to my students. My students are engaged in project based learning and advocating for themselves. They work hard at doing their best, but often times they don't have to necessary tools to complete the project. Thanks to donors like yourself, you truly make a difference in how my students present projects and knowing that someone has taking the time out of their busy schedule to make sure they receive these much needed supplies. I am so proud to be the recipient of this program because of people like you.","fullyFundedDate":1733020078465,"projectUrl":"project/erase-that/8971558/","projectTitle":"Erase That!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lisa Hudson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8120392_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x277,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639083379933","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hudson-bouchet"},{"teacherId":272984,"projectId":8984527,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has become a more comfortable, focused, and resource-rich learning environment. The printer ink has made a huge difference in how I deliver lessons—students now receive printed materials tailored to their learning needs, including visuals, graphic organizers, and practice worksheets. These hands-on resources help reinforce what we're learning in class and allow students to highlight, annotate, and truly engage with the content. Whether they're completing a reading comprehension exercise or using a printed math template, students benefit from having clear, organized materials right in front of them.\r\n\r\nThe snacks and facial tissues have also had a noticeable impact. For many students, a small snack in the afternoon helps them refocus and stay energized, especially during longer instructional blocks or on days when they didn't have a full meal at home. One student said, \"I can think better when I'm not hungry\"—a reminder of how important basic needs are in supporting academic success. And with tissues available in the classroom, students can take care of themselves without needing to leave the room, helping us maintain a cleaner, healthier space for everyone.\r\n\r\nWhat's been most exciting is how these simple yet essential resources have helped create a more caring and productive classroom environment. Students feel supported, and they know their needs matter. Your generosity has removed everyday barriers and allowed my students to focus on what really matters—learning. Thank you for making such a positive and lasting impact on their school experience.","fullyFundedDate":1735504377264,"projectUrl":"project/basic-needs/8984527/","projectTitle":"Basic Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp272984_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689510854311","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/272984"},{"teacherId":5427853,"projectId":6571062,"letterContent":"The materials purchased for my classroom helped my students to participate in hands on activities that helped them reach their learning targets. \r\nI appreciate you donating to my studentssuccess in preschool.\r\n\r\nKleenex is a necessity in pres hool. Students develop colds during the seasonal changes that occur. Having Kleenex allowed students begin to. Are fo their own needs.\r\n\r\nMy students are learning how to become independent in preschool and caring for their own needs. Students are learning daily self management skills.","fullyFundedDate":1662564232843,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-basics/6571062/","projectTitle":"Classroom Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Minor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5427853_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1527393502604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5427853"},{"teacherId":8935574,"projectId":9187493,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful donation toward our classroom cleaning supplies project. Your generosity has had a powerful impact on our learning environment—ensuring that my students have access to tissues, disinfecting wipes, and other essentials to help keep our space clean and healthy. With nearly 30 students in the room each day, the risk of illness spreading quickly is always a concern, especially during cold and flu season. Thanks to your support, we've been able to reduce absences, promote better hygiene habits, and keep students focused on learning instead of feeling under the weather.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has done more than just provide cleaning products—it has shown my students that their well-being matters. The peace of mind that comes with knowing we have what we need to stay healthy has helped students feel safer and more supported in their academic environment. Thank you for investing in both their education and their health.","fullyFundedDate":1745722456119,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-classroom-happy-students-clean/9187493/","projectTitle":"Healthy Classroom, Happy Students: Cleaning Supplies for a Germ-Free Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Calia Brooks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8935574_orig.jpg?crop=841,841,x163,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714685818401","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-cbrooks"},{"teacherId":8935574,"projectId":9187420,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of composition books, pens, and loose-leaf paper to our classroom. Your support has had an immediate and meaningful impact on my students, many of whom entered the school year without the basic supplies needed to succeed. In fact, nearly 60% of my students lacked sufficient writing materials, which made it difficult for them to fully engage in their coursework and express their ideas with confidence. Your contribution helped eliminate that barrier and created a more focused, organized, and productive learning environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students now have the tools they need to participate actively in writing assignments, stay organized during lessons, and take pride in their work. Beyond the supplies themselves, your support has sent a powerful message to my students—that their education matters and that there are people who believe in their success. 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