{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Evergreen Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":7.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8102374,"projectId":9261135,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us receive a Mac laptop through DonorsChoose. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for both my students and me.\r\n\r\nThis laptop has quickly become an essential tool in our 6th grade classroom. It allows me to create engaging lessons, present visuals and videos that help students better understand new concepts, and organize instructional materials more efficiently. With the laptop, I am able to project learning activities, model writing, display math problem-solving strategies, and show interactive content that keeps students motivated and focused.\r\n\r\nFor students, the impact has been especially powerful. Technology helps bring lessons to life and supports different learning styles. During reading and writing lessons, I can model editing, research, and drafting in real time so students can clearly see the thinking process behind strong writing. In math, the laptop allows us to display step-by-step problem solving, which helps students who need visual support to better understand complex problems.\r\n\r\nThe laptop has also helped us access digital resources that support English learners and students who need additional scaffolding. Being able to quickly show examples, translate information when needed, and display clear visuals helps all students feel more confident participating in lessons.\r\n\r\nBeyond instruction, this laptop helps me stay organized, communicate with families, and plan meaningful learning experiences for my students. The time saved and the tools available allow me to focus more on what matters most—supporting student learning and growth.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom has access to technology that strengthens instruction and opens more opportunities for students to engage, explore, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1746770119376,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-learning-with-a-new-computer/9261135/","projectTitle":"Empowering Learning with a New Computer for a Dedicated Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cardenas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8102374_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658011605155","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8102374"},{"teacherId":8102374,"projectId":9261176,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through your generous donation of P.E. equipment. Because of your kindness, our second graders now have access to soccer balls, basketballs, jump ropes, gator balls, and hula hoops that have completely transformed their physical education time.\r\n\r\nThese materials have made a huge difference in helping our students stay active, healthy, and engaged. Instead of waiting for turns or sharing limited equipment, students can now participate more fully in games and activities. With soccer balls and basketballs, students practice teamwork, coordination, and basic sports skills. Jump ropes and hula hoops help build balance, rhythm, and endurance while also making exercise fun. The gator balls are perfect for safe group games that encourage cooperation and friendly competition.\r\n\r\nBeyond physical activity, these resources help our second graders build important social skills. During P.E., students learn how to take turns, encourage their classmates, follow rules, and work together toward a shared goal. These moments help them grow in confidence and develop positive relationships with their peers.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the new equipment has brought excitement and joy to our students. Seeing their smiles as they run, jump, and play reminds us how important movement and play are for young learners.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping our students build healthy habits that will last a lifetime. Thank you for investing in our school and for believing in the power of active, joyful learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746786394056,"projectUrl":"project/bring-back-the-fun-pe-equipment-for-a/9261176/","projectTitle":"Bring Back the Fun: P.E. 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Students are able to work independently for longer periods, stay on task, and successfully complete online assessments and daily reading and math activities, helping them build confidence and accurately demonstrate their skills.\r\n\r\nThe pencils and colored pencils support writing, academic practice, and creative expression. Students use them to create interactive notes through drawing, annotating, and color-coding, which is especially beneficial for visual learners. These materials have increased engagement, organization, and confidence in learning.\r\nWe are incredibly grateful to the generous donors who made this project possible. Your kindness has had a lasting impact on my students, and we truly appreciate your support. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1757826095555,"projectUrl":"project/helping-every-learner-hear-focus-and-c/9563005/","projectTitle":"Helping Every Learner Hear, Focus, and Create","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Diep","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1274789_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533422538465","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msdiep"},{"teacherId":8102374,"projectId":9261358,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our project! The colorful markers have truly brightened up our classroom—literally and creatively. As soon as the students saw the wide variety of colors, their faces lit up with excitement. One student said, \"We've never had so many colors to choose from!\" They immediately wanted to use them for their group posters and interactive notebooks.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the markers across several subjects, from creating visual summaries in history to annotating texts in ELA with different colors for character traits, themes, and figurative language. One of the most special moments was during our \"author celebration\" in writing, when students used the markers to design their final drafts and decorate covers for their published work. It gave them a real sense of pride in their writing and ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're diving into a collaborative project where students will create informational posters to teach others about health and nutrition. The markers will play a huge role in helping them express their ideas visually and clearly. Thank you again for supporting our classroom and helping bring more creativity and engagement into our learning!","fullyFundedDate":1746786150881,"projectUrl":"project/markers-matter-help-us-write-solve-an/9261358/","projectTitle":"Markers Matter: Help Us Write, Solve, and Learn Every Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cardenas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8102374_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658011605155","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8102374"},{"teacherId":8102374,"projectId":9261353,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project focused on keeping our learning environment clean and safe. Because of your generous donation, our classrooms are now stocked with essential supplies like disinfecting wipes, tissue boxes, bandages, and glasses wipes. These items may seem small, but they have made a huge impact on both our students and staff.\r\n\r\nThe moment the supplies arrived, teachers were excited to receive them—and many shared how grateful they were to have these much-needed materials ready in their rooms. One teacher mentioned that having tissues and wipes easily accessible has helped keep their classroom more sanitary during allergy season. Another appreciated the bandages for those small scrapes that happen at recess or in P.E. Our students also noticed the difference right away. A few even offered to help distribute supplies to different classrooms, showing how proud they were to take part in caring for their school community.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we've been able to focus more on learning and less on scrambling for supplies. As we continue our current classroom projects—like our upcoming science experiments and group reading activities—your donation helps ensure our students can work in a clean and comfortable space. On behalf of our entire school community, thank you for your kindness and for making a real difference in our everyday lives.","fullyFundedDate":1746785877751,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-healthy-classrooms-for-focused/9261353/","projectTitle":"Clean and Healthy Classrooms for Focused Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cardenas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8102374_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658011605155","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8102374"},{"teacherId":8102374,"projectId":9261156,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our P.E. equipment project! Because of your generous contributions, my sixth grade students now have access to volleyballs, soccer balls, cones, basketballs, and more—resources that have completely energized our outdoor activities and class community.\r\n\r\nThe moment we opened the boxes, the excitement was contagious. Students were literally jumping with joy, asking, \"Can we use them today?!\" Within minutes, they were organizing games, making up new challenges, and working together in ways I hadn't seen before. One memorable moment was when they formed their own mini-volleyball tournament during recess, encouraging each other and cheering like a real team. These materials have not only improved their physical activity but have also strengthened their teamwork, leadership, and communication skills.\r\n\r\nWe're now incorporating these resources into our daily routine with structured fitness games and goal-setting activities. The next step is building student-led challenges where groups design their own team-building obstacle courses using the equipment you helped provide. Your support has made a huge difference in how my students experience physical education—thank you for helping them move, play, and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1746786410180,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-moving-with-pe-equipment-for-a/9261156/","projectTitle":"Let’s Get Moving with PE Equipment for Active 6th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cardenas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8102374_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658011605155","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8102374"},{"teacherId":8102374,"projectId":9261245,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project for cleaning supplies! Your generous donations helped provide every classroom in our school with disinfecting wipes and tissue boxes—items that might seem small but make a huge difference in our daily learning environment.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies arrived, our students were so excited to help unpack and deliver them to each classroom. One student said, \"It feels like we're helping take care of our school!\" The teachers were incredibly grateful too. Having tissues and wipes easily available helps us keep our spaces clean and healthy, especially during cold and allergy seasons. It has also made transitions smoother, since we no longer have to borrow or search for supplies across rooms.\r\n\r\nRight now, students are showing more responsibility and ownership when it comes to keeping their materials and workspaces clean. Thanks to your support, we're not only learning academics—we're building habits of care and community.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and belief in our students. 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