{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Van Gorder Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8167521,"projectId":9995357,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have USB-C compatible headphones that work seamlessly with their iPads. This simple but powerful addition has made an immediate difference in our daily learning. Students are now able to clearly hear instructions and fully engage with their reading and math programs without the frustration of unreliable adapters or distracting background noise.\r\n\r\nThe impact on our classroom environment has been incredible. With individual headphones, students can work more independently and stay focused on their tasks, which has created a calmer and more productive learning space for everyone. I have seen a noticeable increase in confidence as students take ownership of their learning and successfully navigate their lessons on their own. Transitions are smoother, and learning time is more meaningful and efficient.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly helped create the kind of classroom environment where all students can thrive. My first graders are so grateful, and I am deeply appreciative of your generosity and belief in their success. Thank you for making a lasting difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768113282664,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-to-help-every-child-hear-foc/9995357/","projectTitle":"Headphones To Help Every Child Hear, Focus and Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kattelman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8167521_orig.jpg?crop=804,804,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635995171821","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8167521"},{"teacherId":9349870,"projectId":10012454,"letterContent":"Your support makes a meaningful difference in how my students engage with foundational skills in math and reading. The multiplication games give students the opportunity to practice their math facts through a multisensory approach by combining movement, touch, and visual learning to strengthen understanding and retention in a fun, interactive way.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the gel writing pads provide important sensory input for students as they work on spelling patterns. These tools help improve focus, reduce frustration, and support fine motor development, allowing students to feel more confident and successful during learning activities.\r\n\r\nBecause of these donations, my students receive the support they need to learn in ways that work best for them. Your contribution helps create an inclusive environment where every child is valued, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1768400883018,"projectUrl":"project/from-sentences-to-solutions/10012454/","projectTitle":"From Sentences to Solutions","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Corron","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9349870_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698952998760","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9349870"},{"teacherId":8136315,"projectId":10045458,"letterContent":"Thank you for the generous donation of art supplies. My students have already loved creating watercolor masterpieces to accompany their fairytale writing.\r\n\r\nMy students are also creating beautiful rock and picture projects that they will then share with the community. They will also use these projects to create a gift for their mother. Along with their writing and artwork, my students have been able to express themselves with pride.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher it is a relief to be able to provide my students with new folders to keep all their work in. Thank you for your generosity Anna kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1769116236575,"projectUrl":"project/art-supplies-to-make-my-writing-shine/10045458/","projectTitle":"Art Supplies to Make My Writing SHINE","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Evers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8136315"},{"teacherId":3912766,"projectId":10011345,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, my kindergarten students have had access to materials that have made a meaningful difference in their learning and growth.\r\n\r\nWe have loved using the paintbrushes you provided. They are just the right size for my students' small hands, and the grips make them easy to hold and control. It has been wonderful to see students explore their creativity, practice different brush strokes, and begin learning how to mix colors.\r\n\r\nThe chart paper roll has become a favorite in our classroom. We have used it for collaborative drawings, giving students opportunities to work together, share ideas, and create as a team. These activities have helped strengthen their cooperation and communication skills in a fun and engaging way. We even created some kindness hearts for each table team using this paper.\r\n\r\nThe black Flair pens have become part of our daily routine. We use them often for drawing, doodling, and calm-down breaks. \r\n\r\nThese materials have supported both academic and social-emotional growth. My students are learning how to regulate their emotions, stay engaged, and work with their peers. Your support has helped me to create a classroom environment where students feel calm, engaged, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in our classroom. I am so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1768341590509,"projectUrl":"project/building-calm-and-focus-through-art/10011345/","projectTitle":"Building Calm and Focus Through Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hanifen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3912766_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1489719473960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3912766"},{"teacherId":8126481,"projectId":10005753,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my 2nd graders. We have been so excited every time a new box was delivered to our classroom. We said it was like Christmas!!\r\n\r\nWe have used our materials for various things. The most important was organization. We are learning how to organize our materials. This has made it easy to find our materials when necessary. Additionally, we have been using the materials to help create projects in our classroom. \r\n\r\nAgain, thank you so much for your generous donation to our 2nd grade students.","fullyFundedDate":1768181454479,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-supplies-supplies/10005753/","projectTitle":"Supplies, Supplies, Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Osborn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8126481_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x255,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698980939226","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8126481"},{"teacherId":8620460,"projectId":9991363,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and making these new resources possible. Your generosity has already made a meaningful impact on my students and the way we learn together each day.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the materials, my students and I have been using them during our daily lessons to help bring concepts to life in a more hands-on and engaging way. One moment that really stood out happened during a recent classroom activity when students used the new resources to work through a collaborative project. Instead of simply listening to instruction, they were able to explore, discuss, and problem-solve together. Watching them take ownership of their learning and confidently explain their thinking to their classmates was incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to open everything and started asking questions about when they would get to use them. The energy in the room shifted right away—students who are sometimes hesitant to participate were suddenly volunteering and wanting to be involved. It reminded me how powerful the right tools can be in sparking curiosity and motivation.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to play an important role in our upcoming lessons and projects. My students will be building on what they've started by applying their new skills in more complex activities, including small group collaboration and student-led problem solving. These experiences will help deepen their understanding and give them more opportunities to practice critical thinking and communication.\r\n\r\nYour support has given my students opportunities that would not have been possible otherwise. Thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in their learning. Your kindness truly makes a difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1768413187110,"projectUrl":"project/building-brilliance-in-first-grade/9991363/","projectTitle":"Building Brilliance in First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barlow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8620460"},{"teacherId":2644916,"projectId":9991481,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my classroom project. Students use the STEM bins to explore hands-on building and engineering challenges. They work together to create structures, test ideas, and improve designs. \r\n\r\nI love to watch their excitement as they experiment, build, and proudly share their creations with classmates. \r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will continue to use STEM bins during centers to strengthen their problem-solving and collaboration skills. These hands-on materials will help students develop 21st-century skills. \r\n\r\nThanks to your support, STEM learning will continue to be an exciting and meaningful part of my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768078836472,"projectUrl":"project/think-build-create/9991481/","projectTitle":"Think, Build, Create!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Penney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2644916_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1527044161468","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2644916"},{"teacherId":8179896,"projectId":10005459,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support in funding \"Help the Youngest Learners Build Early Readiness Skills!\" My students were so excited to see new toys/materials in our classroom! They were smiling and so ready to play with the new toys/materials. They really enjoyed playing with the toys/materials while learning! At this age my students learn through play and interacting with each other. While playing my students are increasing their pre-academic and social emotional skills. The new materials are placed in different centers of the classroom that are available daily. The students have loved using the measuring tapes to measure friends, teachers, and items in the classroom. They are learning how to read a tape measure at the same time. You can see examples of this in the pictures. Thank you again! We really appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1768180486797,"projectUrl":"project/help-the-youngest-learners-build-early-r/10005459/","projectTitle":"Help the Youngest Learners Build Early Readiness Skills!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8179896"},{"teacherId":8134050,"projectId":9996530,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations. My students have made winter art using their new art supplies. We will also be making Mother's Day gifts with our new paints, sharpies, and canvases. They have been working hard on their fluency timing each other with the new stopwatches. We use the sticky chart paper for lots of anchor charts to help us with math, science and such studies. I have one student with special needs who loves art. He has been very excited to use the tempera paint sticks as it makes painting so much easier and mess free.","fullyFundedDate":1768157909739,"projectUrl":"project/improve-reading-fluency-and-create-art/9996530/","projectTitle":"Improve Reading Fluency and Create Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stewart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8134050"},{"teacherId":9367472,"projectId":9997886,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the USB-C compatible headphones. Thanks to these headphones, my students can work in a quiet environment. Every student has headphones that allow them to hear and focus on the learning programs on their Ipads. The learning programs on the IPads require students to listen, follow directions, listen to and read stories and solve math problems. In most instances students must use audio. Before your generous gift of headphones, students had to listen out loud to these programs. 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