{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Elementary School 7","outOfStateSupporters":34.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3605409,"projectId":9692196,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our 5th grade rainstick project! Because of your contribution, our students were able to engage in a hands-on, creative, and culturally rich learning experience that simply would not have been possible without you.\r\n\r\nWith the materials you helped provide, students learned about the history and cultural significance of rainsticks, investigated how sound is created and travels, and applied principles of design, engineering, and artistic expression. They collaborated, problem-solved, and took pride in creating instruments that were both beautiful and functional.\r\n\r\nThe moment they tested their finished rainsticks was unforgettable—every student listened closely to the soft cascade of sound they had engineered themselves, and their excitement filled the room. Many shared that it was their favorite project of the year, and several asked how they could make more at home.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just fund supplies; it created an opportunity for students to explore music, science, and art in a meaningful, memorable way. Thank you for investing in their creativity, curiosity, and confidence.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1758209056731,"projectUrl":"project/rain-stick-artsocial-studies-music-fu/9692196/","projectTitle":"Rain Stick- Art/Social Studies/ Music Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stetson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3605409_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665839033051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps29visualarts"},{"teacherId":6577241,"projectId":9763338,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generous support to our school soccer club. You have allowed us to purchase essential equipment and supplies that will make a tremendous difference in our training, safety, and overall experience. Our students can develop their skills with confidence, take pride in their team, and enjoy opportunities that wouldn't have been possible otherwise. They are so excited for the new equipment and opportunity to play for the soccer club. I appreciate you partnering with me and our student athletes' growth.","fullyFundedDate":1762129890809,"projectUrl":"project/shoot-for-success/9763338/","projectTitle":"Shoot for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Furman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6577241_orig.jpg?crop=537,537,x0,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663872483251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/artforkids"},{"teacherId":3605409,"projectId":9331730,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our students were able to experience art in a whole new way. The paint markers you funded brought vibrant color and creativity to our rain stick project and Zentangle art. Students were deeply engaged, carefully designing patterns and experimenting with new techniques. Their almost finished rain sticks were bright, beautiful, and filled with pride. Beyond the art itself, this project encouraged focus, patience, and cultural appreciation as we explored the history behind the rain stick and the art of zentangles. Many students shared how much fun they had and how proud they were of their work. Your support made it possible for our classroom to come alive with creativity and color — a lasting impact that will continue to inspire future projects.","fullyFundedDate":1754501721043,"projectUrl":"project/permanent-markers-so-students-can-make-t/9331730/","projectTitle":"Permanent Markers So Students Can Make Their Mark in Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stetson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3605409_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665839033051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps29visualarts"},{"teacherId":6577241,"projectId":9690230,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our class! The school supplies and financial literacy games and kits you provided have made such a big difference for my students and I wanted to take a moment to share just how much it's meant to all of us. Every student now has the supplies they need to fully participate and feel confident in their learning. It's amazing to see the pride they take in having their own materials creating a positive and focused learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe financial literacy games and kits have been a huge hit! The kids are not only having fun, but they're also learning real-life skills like budgeting, saving, and making smart choices with money. It's been so rewarding to watch their excitement as they start to understand concepts that will help them well beyond the classroom. I appreciate you partnering with me in my students education!","fullyFundedDate":1758202784591,"projectUrl":"project/finance-fundamentals/9690230/","projectTitle":"Finance Fundamentals","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Furman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6577241_orig.jpg?crop=537,537,x0,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663872483251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/artforkids"},{"teacherId":4799437,"projectId":9172836,"letterContent":"Thanks to the grant that provided an Asus laptop and an Electrical Doorbell System, the functionality and overall learning environment in my classroom have greatly improved.\r\n\r\nThe Asus laptop has become an indispensable tool in my daily teaching routine. It allows me to efficiently organize classroom projects, plan lessons, assess student progress, and maintain clear communication with both students and parents. With access to digital resources and the ability to incorporate technology into instruction, I can deliver more interactive and engaging lessons while staying current with real-time updates. This has not only streamlined my workload but also enabled me to focus more on supporting student learning.\r\n\r\nThe Electrical Doorbell System has also made a meaningful impact on classroom management. It offers a non-disruptive way to alert the classroom when someone needs entry, eliminating the interruptions caused by loud knocking. This small addition has contributed to a calmer, more focused classroom environment.\r\n\r\nTogether, these resources have created a more organized, efficient, and student-centered learning space. I am truly thankful for the support and investment in enhancing our classroom experience.","fullyFundedDate":1752671482804,"projectUrl":"project/smart-connections-integrating-a-laptop/9172836/","projectTitle":"Smart Connections: Integrating a Laptop With an Electrical Doorbell System","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4799437_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506017452844","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4799437"},{"teacherId":3652336,"projectId":9564478,"letterContent":"Thank You for Supporting \"Building Skills, One Brick at a Time!\"\r\nThe smiles on my students' faces were absolutely priceless when we opened our new LEGO sets! They can't wait to start building and exploring new creations together. These kits will be used during our upcoming unit on engineering to help students design, problem-solve, and bring their ideas to life.\r\nWe received the Exotic Parrot Building Toy Set, Retro Roller Skate Toy, and Santa's Post Office Building Set. The Santa's Post Office set will be saved for the holiday season and featured as part of our classroom display. Your generosity has made learning hands-on and exciting—thank you for helping us build both skills and memories, one brick at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1758746224446,"projectUrl":"project/building-skills-one-brick-at-a-time/9564478/","projectTitle":"\"Building Skills, One Brick at a Time!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Forchette","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3652336_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502072975213","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-forchette"},{"teacherId":6577241,"projectId":9680205,"letterContent":"I appreciate you partnering with me in my student's education! Thank you so much for your kindness and generous donation to fund our classroom project! Each student now has access to a reliable, wireless mouse making a difference in our daily routine. Wireless mice provide flexibility and comfort, especially for students working on digital assignments and intervention programs. They're also more accessible for students who may struggle with using a trackpad due to fine motor struggles. The students love having the extra support!","fullyFundedDate":1758202914345,"projectUrl":"project/clean-click-and-create/9680205/","projectTitle":"Clean, Click, and Create!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Furman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6577241_orig.jpg?crop=537,537,x0,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663872483251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/artforkids"},{"teacherId":6577241,"projectId":9461271,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generous donation to fund our classroom project! Each student now has access to a reliable, easy-to-use wireless mouse, making a noticeable difference in our day-to-day learning. These tools might seem small, but their impact is significant. Wireless mice provide flexibility and comfort, especially for students working on digital assignments and intervention programs. They're also more accessible for students who may struggle with using a trackpad due to fine motor challenges. I appreciate you partnering with me in my student's education!","fullyFundedDate":1758202731124,"projectUrl":"project/click-for-a-cause/9461271/","projectTitle":"Click for a Cause!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Furman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6577241_orig.jpg?crop=537,537,x0,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663872483251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/artforkids"},{"teacherId":3652336,"projectId":9208476,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, every single backpack from our project We Need Backpacks has been given out! Many of our students were still using old backpacks from last year, often with broken zippers, so this donation was truly a godsend. Being able to provide them with quality, working backpacks—such as the Adidas Creato, High Sierra Loop, Adidas Striker, and Baggallini Soho—has made a tremendous difference.\r\nOur students are so happy and proud to walk into school each day with their new backpacks. It has given them a sense of confidence and readiness that we could not have provided without you. We are deeply grateful for being chosen and supported in this project. Your kindness and encouragement, even from the distant sidelines, remind us that we are not alone in this work. We truly would not be successful without you.","fullyFundedDate":1750682701190,"projectUrl":"project/we-need-backpacks-please/9208476/","projectTitle":"We Need Backpacks Please!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Forchette","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3652336_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502072975213","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-forchette"},{"teacherId":3605409,"projectId":9127757,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project! Because of you, our classroom is now stocked with Sharpies, and the difference has been immediate and inspiring.\r\n\r\nMy students love having access to high-quality markers that let them create vibrant, lasting artwork. They've been using them to add detail and color to their drawings, posters, and projects, and the excitement on their faces when they see their work come to life is priceless. For many of my students, having the right tools makes them feel like true artists — confident, creative, and proud of what they can accomplish.\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just provide supplies — it gave my students a chance to express themselves in bold, lasting ways. These Sharpies will be used in countless projects throughout the year, from art and design work to presentations and creative writing pieces, helping every student put their best ideas forward.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and supporting their creativity. Your generosity has truly made an impact on our classroom, and we are so grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1749751985490,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-sharpies-for-colorful-art/9127757/","projectTitle":"Colorful Sharpies for Colorful Art!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stetson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3605409_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665839033051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ps29visualarts"},{"teacherId":6577241,"projectId":9339356,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation and support in funding our Classroom Care Closet. My students now have ready access to essential school supplies, classroom materials, and engaging learning games that enrich their educational experience. I appreciate you helping my students that they supported and valued. These supplies have helped with student supplies, using classroom tools to stay organized, or engaging in hands-on learning through educational games. My classroom is a more inclusive and welcoming place to learn. I am truly grateful for your belief in our students and your investment in their success.","fullyFundedDate":1750682704684,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-and-activities-for-our-care-clo/9339356/","projectTitle":"Supplies and Activities for our Care Closet!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Furman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6577241_orig.jpg?crop=537,537,x0,y139&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663872483251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/artforkids"},{"teacherId":6577241,"projectId":9417975,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kindness and generous donation of sporting equipment, outdoor play balls, sidewalk chalk, yoga dice and more. Your thoughtful contributions are opening up meaningful opportunities for children to move, play, and grow in healthy and joyful ways. With kickballs and soccer balls, kids are staying active, building teamwork and learning how to engage with one another. The sidewalk chalk engages their creativity turning outdoor spaces into beautiful and colorful areas of imagination.\r\n\r\nThe addition of yoga dice has had a particularly unique and calming impact. These tools have helped the children practice mindfulness and body awareness in a fun, interactive way. Through playful yoga poses prompted by the dice, the students are learning how to connect movement and breathing to help manage stress. 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