{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dr Juliet Thorner Arts Magnet Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8518268,"projectId":10147141,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring this project to life! This summer, we were able to send our second graders home with a bucket full of summer goodies, along with ELA and math packets to continue practicing over summer break. Thanks to another generous donation, their buckets were filled with jump ropes (many of our students learned how to jump rope in second grade!), chalk, bubbles, colored pencils, and more. It was the perfect way to celebrate all their hard work and send them off to a great start to summer!","fullyFundedDate":1779470147579,"projectUrl":"project/a-summer-send-off-for-my-second-graders/10147141/","projectTitle":"A Summer Send-Off for My Second Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8518268_orig.jpg?crop=355,356,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657323856377","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8518268"},{"teacherId":8518268,"projectId":10147198,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring our project to life. The sand buckets were such a crucial part of our summer send-off. They held all of the students' new goodies and tied in perfectly with their summer bucket list writing activity. Thank you for thinking of our classroom and our students.\r\n\r\nMy deepest condolences to your family on the loss of a wonderful daughter, sister, mother, and educator. Thank you for your generous donation in honor of Katherine Clark. Her memory was a special part of making this experience meaningful for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1779470146829,"projectUrl":"project/a-colorful-summer-send-off-for-my-second/10147198/","projectTitle":"A Colorful Summer Send Off for My Second Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8518268_orig.jpg?crop=355,356,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657323856377","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8518268"},{"teacherId":633782,"projectId":9503221,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the generous classroom supplies you provided. Your thoughtfulness has made a real difference in my students' learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe snacks—Goldfish crackers, Cheez-Its, fruit snacks, and gummies—have been wonderful rewards and motivators for my students throughout the day. The Elkonin boxes have been invaluable for our phonemic awareness and phonics instruction, supporting the science-of-reading approach we use in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, gel pens, animal erasers, scented bookmarks, building blocks, bulletin board letters and decorations, and lip balms have added joy and engagement to our classroom community. These items help create a warm, inviting learning space where students feel supported and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nYour generosity reflects a deep commitment to education, and I am truly grateful for your support of my students and our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763474780605,"projectUrl":"project/stem-reading-and-wellness/9503221/","projectTitle":"Stem, Reading, and Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp633782_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469232617055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/633782"},{"teacherId":633782,"projectId":9503171,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the wonderful donation of the Cooraby Scoop Ball Game set and the large parachute with handles! These items bring so much joy and activity to our classroom and outdoor playtime, and enhance our PE program. Your generosity means the world to our students and us. The equipment you've provided gives our students opportunities to develop their motor skills, coordination, and teamwork during physical education classes and recess. We truly appreciate your support and the positive impact these resources will have on our students' health, fitness, and overall well-being!","fullyFundedDate":1763474803801,"projectUrl":"project/heres-the-scoop/9503171/","projectTitle":"Here's the Scoop!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp633782_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469232617055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/633782"},{"teacherId":633782,"projectId":9464674,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for these wonderful classroom supplies! I'm thrilled to have received this thoughtful collection of items. From the bulletin board rolls and decorative borders to the storage cart, cardstock, and organizational helpers, everything made such a difference in creating a bright, welcoming learning space for my students.\r\n\r\nThe greenery panels, line-up stickers, and calendar were especially helpful in keeping our classroom organized and visually engaging. I truly appreciate your generosity and support—it means so much to have resources that help me create an inspiring environment where students can thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1752863709063,"projectUrl":"project/a-calm-and-cozy-classroom/9464674/","projectTitle":"A Calm and Cozy Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp633782_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469232617055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/633782"},{"teacherId":633782,"projectId":10171053,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating James and the Giant Peach. My second graders absolutely loved the story: they laughed at the quirky characters, were excited by the giant peach adventure, and practiced reading fluency as they followed the plot. I also enjoyed revisiting this classic from my own childhood — its imaginative world, gentle humor, and themes of friendship and courage make it a book that resonates across generations.\r\n\r\nYour gift is especially valuable because it supports multiple learning goals. The vivid characters and clear sequence of events make the book easy to use for guided reading lessons, comprehension questions, and vocabulary practice. Its memorable scenes encourage lively class discussions and cooperative reading activities, and the story's positive messages about resilience and teamwork are wonderful for social-emotional learning. Because it appeals to both children and adults, it will be a classroom favorite for years to come and can be reused with future classes as a trusted read-aloud.\r\n\r\nTogether, we read the story and answered questions that strengthened comprehension and critical thinking. I can't wait to read it again with the students and to continue using it as a resource for literacy lessons and classroom conversations.","fullyFundedDate":1775859490064,"projectUrl":"project/a-peachy-gift-of-literacy/10171053/","projectTitle":"A Peachy Gift of Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp633782_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469232617055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/633782"},{"teacherId":10357955,"projectId":9933592,"letterContent":"When the rain barrel arrived in our classroom, my students gathered around it with wonder. \"Is this real?\" one student asked, running their hands along the spigot. Within minutes, we were outside collecting rainwater, observing, measuring, and asking questions—the kind of genuine scientific curiosity that doesn't always come naturally in traditional lessons. Your donation didn't just bring materials into our classroom; it brought the natural world to life for students who learn best through hands-on exploration. As we watched the barrel fill during our recent rain, I saw students who typically struggle with focus completely absorbed, conducting their own experiments and discoveries.\r\n\r\nOver the past weeks, your investment has transformed how we explore science. Students have used the acid rain and seed germination kit to investigate real environmental challenges, creating detailed observations in their write-and-wipe pockets and sharing findings with peers. The rain sticks, confetti rain balls, and bilingual art supplies have made learning multisensory and joyful—particularly for our students who need varied ways to process information. We've read Soft Rain and I Am the Rain, connecting stories and emotions to the water cycle in ways that resonate deeply. One student who rarely participates in group activities raised their hand unprompted to share what they learned about how rain affects plant growth. These moments of engagement and pride are exactly why differentiated, hands-on science matters for our SPED learners.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are just as exciting. We're planning a rain garden project where students will design and build a small garden to observe water filtration and plant growth firsthand. Your donation has given us the foundation and confidence to pursue bigger, bolder learning experiences. Thank you for believing that every student—especially those who learn differently—deserves rich, engaging science exploration. You've made that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1769177084443,"projectUrl":"project/rainy-day-science-hands-on-exploration/9933592/","projectTitle":"Rainy Day Science: Hands-On Exploration for Curious SPED Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10357955"},{"teacherId":10301918,"projectId":9793517,"letterContent":"The materials I received have added so much variability in our small group learning and whole class instruction. Let me start with small group learning, my children are very young, worksheets are usually not appropriate. They benefit from hands-on materials. This is where the donors come in. We were donated an alphabet fishing game, number quantity ice cream cones and lady bug sets. We received sand trays, which we use for students to begin writing letters and numbers (even words!). During whole class instruction, we now have extendable pointer sticks. My students are much more interested in participating in lessons by coming to the front smartboard using the extendable pointer (they love to expand it!). Thank you for supporting teachers and learners with special needs!","fullyFundedDate":1763474718001,"projectUrl":"project/we-will-learn-through-our-hands-prescho/9793517/","projectTitle":"We Will Learn Through Our Hands! Preschool and Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rossi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10301918"},{"teacherId":6584802,"projectId":9966316,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful donation to my classroom. My students have been able to get their wonderful assignments laminated in order to keep them up on our wall for a longer period of time. My students love seeing their hard work displayed, and this allows me to keep their work looking nice and organized. This project has helped my classroom create more fun projects that have allowed my students to get creative and enjoy writing. Thank you so much for helping my classroom and allowing my students to get creative with their work.","fullyFundedDate":1766439578092,"projectUrl":"project/color-our-world-with-fun/9966316/","projectTitle":"Color Our World with Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Salazar","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6584802"},{"teacherId":8518268,"projectId":9997313,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our STEAM Lunch Club! Your generosity has provided students with engaging materials like building kits, engineering challenges, art integrated STEAM supplies, and open ended creation tools. Because of you, students will have the opportunity to design, test, rebuild, and reflect as they explore new ideas through hands on learning and creative experimentation.\r\nYour support is helping create a space where students can build confidence, strengthen their creativity, and develop perseverance while learning by doing. Working together on projects will also allow them to practice teamwork, communication, and leadership in a fun, low pressure environment. By hosting this club during lunch, you've helped create a safe and exciting place where students feel included, inspired, and eager to learn. Thank you for making this opportunity possible for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1771008295422,"projectUrl":"project/build-create-innovate-steam-club-at-l/9997313/","projectTitle":"Build, Create, Innovate: STEAM Club at Lunch","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8518268_orig.jpg?crop=355,356,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657323856377","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8518268"},{"teacherId":8518268,"projectId":9997729,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us capture the special moments that make learning meaningful. Because of your generosity, our students will be able to celebrate their accomplishments, friendships, and milestones through instant photos they can proudly take home and share with their families. These small snapshots will create lasting memories and help students feel seen, valued, and proud of their growth. Your kindness truly helps build a stronger classroom community, and we are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1770226333407,"projectUrl":"project/instant-memories-capturing-classroom-mo/9997729/","projectTitle":"Instant Memories: Capturing Classroom Moments That Matter","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8518268_orig.jpg?crop=355,356,x0,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657323856377","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8518268"},{"teacherId":8518268,"projectId":9938343,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping make this learning experience possible! Because of your generosity, my students will be able to explore the traditions and meaning of Chinese New Year in a fun and meaningful way. From reading books and decorating our classroom to trying new foods and learning about red envelopes and gold coins, these resources will help bring the celebration to life. Your kindness is helping create memorable learning moments and build cultural understanding for my second graders. 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