{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Forestville Rd Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":47.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9575,"projectId":10212707,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project! Because of your generosity, the first graders had the opportunity to transform their learning into something meaningful, creative, and memorable.\r\n\r\nAs we explored the fascinating world of birds, students discovered how different beaks, feet, feathers, and habitats help birds survive. Instead of simply reading about these concepts, they were able to apply their knowledge by designing and decorating their own wooden birdhouses. Every birdhouse reflected thoughtful decisions about where birds live and what they need to thrive.\r\n\r\nYour kindness provided an experience that inspired curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every child. Thank you! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1778130918420,"projectUrl":"project/tweet-tweet-creating-our-bird-world/10212707/","projectTitle":"Tweet! Tweet! Creating Our Bird World!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp9575_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533580350381","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rhesia-mitchell"},{"teacherId":9575,"projectId":10212440,"letterContent":"On behalf of all the first graders, thank you for supporting this project. Because of your kindness and generosity, the first graders had the opportunity to bring science to life in a way they will never forget.\r\n\r\nThe greatest impact was seeing the pride on each students' faces as they presented their finished birds and confidently explained the unique features they had included. Every child experienced success, and the project allowed all learners to shine in different ways.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, the first graders didn't just learn about birds—they experienced what it feels like to think like scientists, create like artists, and believe in themselves as capable learners. Thank you for making this unforgettable learning experience possible.","fullyFundedDate":1777481800333,"projectUrl":"project/tweet-learn-create/10212440/","projectTitle":"Tweet! Learn! Create!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp9575_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533580350381","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rhesia-mitchell"},{"teacherId":9575,"projectId":9709817,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom project! Because of your support, my first graders had exciting opportunities to learn both inside and outside the classroom. The colorful chalk and sidewalk chalk holders transformed our outdoor spaces into learning laboratories where students can practice sight words, solve math problems, create number lines, and express themselves through art. \r\n\r\nThe Straw Constructor STEM Building Toys inspired young engineers to imagine, design, and create. The Pixel Art Math Challenge puzzles motivated students to strengthen their math fluency and critical-thinking skills. As they solve problems and revealed hidden pictures, they experienced the joy of success while building important academic foundations.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students, thank you for making a difference. Your generosity and support are appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1764735175278,"projectUrl":"project/chalk-challenges-and-creativity-learn/9709817/","projectTitle":"Chalk, Challenges, and Creativity: Learning Through Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp9575_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533580350381","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rhesia-mitchell"},{"teacherId":9575,"projectId":9501316,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Global Read Aloud project! Your generosity helped open the world to a classroom full of curious first graders.\r\n\r\nThe Global Read Aloud provided an opportunity for the children to connect with others, explore diverse perspectives, and discover that people around the world share many similarities while also celebrating unique differences. Through these shared reading experiences, my students built literacy skills while developing empathy, understanding, and appreciation for cultures beyond their own.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my first graders and helping them develop a love of reading while learning about the diverse world around them. Your kindness and generosity made a lasting impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755196773808,"projectUrl":"project/falcons-go-global-2025/9501316/","projectTitle":"Falcons Go Global-2025","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp9575_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533580350381","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rhesia-mitchell"},{"teacherId":9575,"projectId":9469811,"letterContent":"On behalf of my first graders, I wish to extend a note of thanks and appreciation. Every child deserves the opportunity to play, move, and connect with others during recess. While many students enjoy running, climbing, and playing on traditional playground equipment, some children need alternative ways to participate in active play. The adaptive recess materials in this project provided inclusive opportunities for all students to engage in movement, build friendships, and develop important social skills.\r\n\r\nRecess is more than just a break from academics—it is a time when children learn conflict resolution, sharing, problem-solving, and collaboration. Your support helped create joyful moments of exercise and friendship. Thank you for giving my students this opportunity!","fullyFundedDate":1758202959069,"projectUrl":"project/recess-thats-accessible-and-joyful-for/9469811/","projectTitle":"Recess That's Accessible and Joyful for ALL!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp9575_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533580350381","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rhesia-mitchell"},{"teacherId":106917,"projectId":10217875,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our volunteer appreciation project! Because of your generosity, our students were able to give back to the caring volunteers who spend time encouraging, supporting, and reading with them each week.\r\n\r\nOur volunteers make a lasting impact on students by building confidence, strengthening reading skills, and creating meaningful relationships. Through this project, my students were excited to be able to create fun gifts that they were able to pack, create, and wrap themselves.\r\n\r\nAs each child gave the gift to their volunteer, I am not sure who smiled more. Thank you for helping to make this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1778523270469,"projectUrl":"project/our-volunteers-are-simply-the-zest/10217875/","projectTitle":"Our Volunteers are Simply the Zest!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nichols","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp106917_orig.png?crop=494,494,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1610663740073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nicholsa"},{"teacherId":106917,"projectId":9931148,"letterContent":"Oh how I wish that you could been here in the Media Center this morning! The children were so excited to choose a stuffed reading buddy! The colorful drawstring bags were a huge hit! Everyone enjoyed choosing their favorite color. Selecting books to add to their home libraries was fun, and they were so happy to get books to keep. Both the children and the volunteers had an amazing morning. The room was buzzing with happy readers.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped to ensure that my students will have books to read at home, and this joy will last a lifetime! Thank you so much for believing in this project and for helping to bring so much joy to my students and volunteers.","fullyFundedDate":1773856412186,"projectUrl":"project/building-home-libraries-with-reading-bud/9931148/","projectTitle":"Building Home Libraries With Reading Buddies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nichols","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp106917_orig.png?crop=494,494,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1610663740073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nicholsa"},{"teacherId":9575,"projectId":9976362,"letterContent":"On behalf of my first graders, I want to thank you for your kind donation. Your generous support brought meaningful learning into our classroom in ways that touched both hearts, minds, and tummies. Because of your kindness, my students were able to explore the traditions and symbols of the Lunar New Year through engaging, hands-on activities that made learning come alive.\r\n\r\nThe food items provided through this project helped meet important needs while creating a warm learning environment where the children could focus and participate. Using the mandarin oranges, animal cookies, and Oreo cookies created a moment of celebration while also providing nourishment.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in this project.","fullyFundedDate":1767934268526,"projectUrl":"project/lets-eat-year-of-the-horse/9976362/","projectTitle":"Let's Eat! 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The fortune cookies, stickers, and Year of the Horse figurines brought so much joy.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this experience possible!.","fullyFundedDate":1771032174738,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-year-of-the-horse/9976889/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year-Year of the Horse","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp9575_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533580350381","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rhesia-mitchell"},{"teacherId":9575,"projectId":9528869,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my first graders now have access to something truly special—their very own copies of Scholastic News.\r\n\r\nEach issue of Scholastic News opened the door to the world around my students. They were introduced to topics in science, social studies, current events, and health in a way that was exciting, meaningful, and just right for them. Since the magazines went home, my students shared them with their families, reread them, and built confidence as readers and learners.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in my students and supporting their growth as curious, thoughtful learners and readers.","fullyFundedDate":1756404297551,"projectUrl":"project/scholastic-is-fantastic/9528869/","projectTitle":"Scholastic is Fantastic!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp9575_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533580350381","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rhesia-mitchell"},{"teacherId":5462212,"projectId":9974512,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our knitting machine project. Because of your donation, our students have been able to receive the materials they needed and begin learning a brand-new skill. Their excitement has been incredible to watch as they explore how the machines work and take pride in creating something with their own hands.\r\n\r\nStudents have truly enjoyed the experience of learning to use the knitting machines and are already attempting to make basic hats. This project has encouraged creativity, patience, and perseverance, and it has given students a meaningful opportunity to see their progress come to life. We are so grateful for your role in making this possible and for investing in our students' learning and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1767106725578,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-kindness-one-knitted-item-at-a/9974512/","projectTitle":"Spreading Kindness One Knitted Item at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rader","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5462212_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1529848176329","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/malinda-rader"},{"teacherId":9575,"projectId":9426793,"letterContent":"Because of your support, our classroom has come alive with curiosity, excitement, and hands-on discovery! My students were able to see, feel, and test forces. My first graders are no longer just learning about motion from a page, they are experiencing it in real time.\r\n\r\nMy young scientists' eyes lit up as they explored what magnets attract and repel, raced toy cars to test speed and force, and designed marble runs. These activities transformed abstract science concepts into meaningful, memorable learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThe addition of engaging books about magnets strengthened the connection between reading and science. As my students read and explored, they made important connections that bring learning to life across subjects.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the opportunity to learn through discovery! 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