{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"East Midvale Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":40.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9548790,"projectId":9811611,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing a class set of Project Mulberry for our fourth graders classroom. Your generous gift has already made a meaningful difference for our students.\r\n\r\nFrom the very first read-aloud, the book captured their attention. Even students who don't usually enjoy reading have been drawn into the story. They have been asking to take the book home, lingering after class to read a little more, and eagerly participating in discussions. Having their own copy has boosted students' confidence and willingness to read aloud, which is positively impacting their accuracy and fluency. I've noticed fewer hesitations, stronger word decoding, and more precise reading during partner and small-group work.\r\n\r\nProject Mulberry is also enhancing comprehension and classroom conversations. Students are making thoughtful connections between events and characters, asking insightful questions, and writing richer responses during reading journals and exit tickets. The book's themes and cultural perspective have opened up meaningful discussions about family, community, and resilience. It's been a wonderful way to introduce diverse voices and life experiences that reflect the variety of backgrounds in our classroom and beyond.\r\n\r\nYour support has given our students access to a story that not only improves reading skills but also teaches important life lessons. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where every child has the opportunity to fall in love with reading and to see themselves in the stories we share.","fullyFundedDate":1760279991157,"projectUrl":"project/set-of-project-mulberry-for-novel-studie/9811611/","projectTitle":"Set of Project Mulberry for Novel Studies and Cultural Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9548790_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y574&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723569966747","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsmadelinewilliams"},{"teacherId":5142855,"projectId":9388506,"letterContent":"Well, it's working! The mystery attendance motivator machine is working wonders and my students are showing up every day, so excited to see if they will get a chance to get a prize from the vending machine. Not only are They showing up every day, but they are helping keep me accountable and reminding me to give them tickets. It's so nice to see a classroom full of students every day That are excited to be there. I keep adding more prizes and they love seeing what I will put in next. Thank you for helping me get my students excited to come to school!","fullyFundedDate":1748909015445,"projectUrl":"project/attendance-wins-with-the-mystery-machine/9388506/","projectTitle":"Attendance Wins with the Mystery Machine!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mazzella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5142855_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633735719165","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5142855"},{"teacherId":8987955,"projectId":9523250,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! My students are thrilled with the new supplies. The white boards and clipboards have already made lessons more engaging and interactive. The privacy folders give students the space to focus and feel confident in their work. And the water bottle stickers have been such a fun touch. They love having something to personalize and make their own.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly made our classroom a brighter and more exciting place to learn. I am so grateful for the joy and support you've brought to my students!","fullyFundedDate":1755898766700,"projectUrl":"project/little-tools-big-impact/9523250/","projectTitle":"Little Tools, Big Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8987955_orig.jpg?crop=717,717,x2,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679248967210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8987955"},{"teacherId":8987955,"projectId":9476520,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with Time for Kids magazines! My students absolutely love them. They got so excited when the first issue arrived. It feels like such a treat to hand each child their very own magazine.\r\n\r\nHaving something that is just for them makes a big difference. They enjoy reading the articles, talking about what they've learned, and then taking the magazine home to share with their families. It sparks curiosity, inspires great conversations, and gives them pride in having something to keep.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made this possible, and I am so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1754008540444,"projectUrl":"project/news-that-sparks-a-love-of-reading/9476520/","projectTitle":"News That Sparks a Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8987955_orig.jpg?crop=717,717,x2,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679248967210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8987955"},{"teacherId":8987955,"projectId":9476687,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students will have the tools to learn in ways that are active, colorful, and collaborative. The clipboards will make it easy for us to move around the room and school during math games and group activities, giving students the freedom to work anywhere. The markers, gel pens, and paper will transform note-taking and problem-solving into something creative and fun, encouraging even my most hesitant learners to share their ideas.\r\n\r\nThe math games, Brain Quest cards, and word problem resources will bring new excitement to math. Students will build their number sense, fluency, and problem-solving skills while working together, laughing, and challenging themselves. These activities will help them make real-world connections, see the value of what they're learning, and approach challenges with confidence.\r\n\r\nYour support will create a space where students feel empowered to try, make mistakes, and grow. Every day, I will see their confidence, teamwork, and joy in learning grow stronger and that will be because of you.","fullyFundedDate":1754067494299,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-making-learning-meaningful-and/9476687/","projectTitle":"Game On: Making Learning Meaningful and Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8987955_orig.jpg?crop=717,717,x2,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679248967210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8987955"},{"teacherId":8987955,"projectId":8830209,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! My students were thrilled to receive Princess Academy, Pippi Longstocking, and Frindle. These books helped spark curiosity, laughter, and a love of reading.\r\n\r\nEach of these stories brings something special into our classroom: adventure, independence, and imagination. Your support helps build a reading environment where students feel excited and empowered to dive into books that challenge and inspire them.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in our classroom and helping to grow lifelong readers!","fullyFundedDate":1727993532096,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-new-worlds-chapter-books-for/8830209/","projectTitle":"Unlocking New Worlds: Chapter Books for Growing Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8987955_orig.jpg?crop=717,717,x2,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679248967210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8987955"},{"teacherId":8987955,"projectId":8910470,"letterContent":"Your generous donation made a real difference in our classroom. By providing flexible seating floor cushions, you helped create a more inclusive, comfortable, and student-centered learning environment. These cushions allowed my students to choose seating that helped them focus, collaborate, and feel at ease—especially those who struggled with traditional desks and chairs.\r\n\r\nMany of my students come from diverse backgrounds, including those living in temporary housing, shelters, or who are new to the country. Having the ability to sit comfortably on the floor gave them a sense of ownership and choice in their learning space, which reduced anxiety and increased engagement.\r\n\r\nThese cushions supported better posture and focus while fostering a classroom community where students felt valued and supported. Thank you for bringing joy, comfort, and flexibility to our daily learning!","fullyFundedDate":1735621484144,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-cushion-choice/8910470/","projectTitle":"Cozy Cushion Choice!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bruno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8987955_orig.jpg?crop=717,717,x2,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679248967210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8987955"},{"teacherId":5142855,"projectId":9070543,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting my project, \"Motivating my students with great rewards and photo mementos.\" Your kindness couldn't have come at a better time. As we headed into the end of the school year, your contribution truly re-energized both me and my students to keep the hard work up through the end of the year. \r\n\r\nFrom fun classroom incentives to supplies that help us celebrate their growth, your donation transformed our daily routine into something even more engaging and joyful. Watching them take pride in choosing rewards and capturing moments with their classmates reminded me how powerful small celebrations can be for motivation and connection.","fullyFundedDate":1740700069937,"projectUrl":"project/motivating-my-students-with-great-reward/9070543/","projectTitle":"Motivating my students with great rewards and photo mementos","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mazzella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5142855_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633735719165","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5142855"},{"teacherId":5142855,"projectId":8861591,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, my most active and energetic students—our \"wigglers\"—now have the tools they need to stay focused, engaged, and successful in the classroom. These tools have empowered my students to take charge of their own focus and learning. Items like chair bands, fidgets, and alternative seating have become part of our daily learning routine, helping students regulate their bodies while staying involved in lessons. I saw how helpful these tools were specifically during independent work time. Students who used to need frequent movement breaks can now stay in one spot longer—and do so happily.","fullyFundedDate":1733267674433,"projectUrl":"project/sos-my-wigglers-need-help/8861591/","projectTitle":"SOS: My Wigglers Need Help","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mazzella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5142855_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633735719165","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5142855"},{"teacherId":5142855,"projectId":8231164,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, my students were absolutely thrilled to receive their desk pets and accessories! The moment I unveiled the materials, the classroom lit up with excitement—cheers, gasps, and even a few happy dances broke out. For many of my students, this was their first experience with a positive behavior incentive system that feels personal, playful, and motivating. We've incorporated desk pets into our daily routines, using them as a tool to support self management, ownership, acceptance and resilience. Thank you!!","fullyFundedDate":1708534702966,"projectUrl":"project/desk-pets-for-the-win/8231164/","projectTitle":"Desk Pets for the Win","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mazzella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5142855_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633735719165","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5142855"},{"teacherId":1977100,"projectId":8756927,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! \r\n\r\nWe've been using the Play-Doh to shape letters and build words, giving students a tactile way to reinforce letter-sound connections. The dot markers have turned word work into an engaging activity where students \"dot\" each sound in a word before blending it together. The blending board has been a game-changer, allowing students to physically manipulate letters and see how sounds come together to form words. These tools have made our phonics instruction more interactive and effective, helping students develop confidence in their reading skills.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue to integrate these resources into our daily phonics lessons. Our next steps include using the blending board for more complex word patterns and incorporating the Play-Doh into sentence-building activities. Thanks to your kindness, my students are not only learning but having fun while doing it. We are so grateful for your support and can't wait to share more progress with you!","fullyFundedDate":1734099408734,"projectUrl":"project/multi-sensory-tools-for-literacy-learnin/8756927/","projectTitle":"Multi-sensory Tools for Literacy Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leonard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1977100"},{"teacherId":5142855,"projectId":8729077,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generosity in supporting our classroom. The addition of neon lights and Hanayama metal brain puzzles has truly transformed our learning environment into a space that sparks curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. The vibrant glow of the neon lights has made our classroom feel both exciting and engaging. We receive so many compliments on how beautiful and inviting our classroom looks, and it wouldn't have been possible without your kindness and support.\r\n\r\nThe Hanayama metal brain puzzles have been an absolute hit! These intricate, hands-on challenges encourage perseverance, problem-solving, and teamwork. 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