{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Frazier Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":15.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9805751,"projectId":9234733,"letterContent":"Decodable books play a vital role in helping young readers build foundational literacy skills. These texts are carefully written using specific phonics patterns and high-frequency words that students have already learned, allowing them to practice decoding—sounding out words—rather than guessing. Through these books, my kindergarten students strengthen their understanding of letter-sound relationships, blending, and fluency. They also gain confidence as they realize they can truly \"read\" the words on the page by applying their phonics knowledge. Each new set of decodable books introduces targeted phonics skills, such as short and long vowel sounds, digraphs, or blends, in a fun and meaningful way that supports early reading success.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading time is full of excitement and engagement. Students gather in small groups or pairs to read aloud, point to words, and celebrate their progress. I see their faces light up as they decode new words independently, and we often follow up reading with activities like retelling the story or highlighting the phonics pattern we practiced. Several of my students who once hesitated to pick up a book now eagerly reach for the new decodables each morning. They are proud to show how many words they can read on their own, and their confidence is spreading to other areas of learning as well. These books have truly made reading come alive in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1747835121731,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-early-literacy-decodable-book/9234733/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Early Literacy: Decodable Books for Kindergarten Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9805751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729098040866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805751"},{"teacherId":9805751,"projectId":9216161,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Interactive Learning Tools for Phonics Mastery.\" Because of you, our classroom is now filled with hands-on phonics tools that are helping my kindergarteners become confident readers, one sound and word at a time!\r\n\r\nWe now use these materials during our small group literacy centers and phonics rotations. Whether students are building CVC words with magnetic letters, matching pictures to beginning sounds, or practicing blends, they are actively engaged and taking ownership of their learning. With these interactive materials, students are already showing readiness to tackle more advanced phonics patterns through games and partner work. Your donation has truly made a difference. You've helped transform our classroom into an engaging, interactive learning space where every child feels capable of becoming a reader.","fullyFundedDate":1745847071181,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-learning-tools-for-phonics-m/9216161/","projectTitle":"Interactive Learning Tools for Phonics Mastery","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9805751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729098040866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805751"},{"teacherId":9805751,"projectId":9188169,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing the joy of reading to our kindergarten classroom through \"Exploring the World Through Books: Kindergarten Read-Alouds.\" Because of your generosity, our classroom library has grown with beautiful, engaging picture books that have opened up new conversations, new places, and new ideas for our young learners.\r\n\r\nThe read-alouds are more than just stories—they're teaching tools. With each book, we build essential literacy skills like making predictions, identifying characters and settings, asking questions, and retelling events in sequence.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our classroom has become a place where stories spark curiosity, build community, and inspire young minds to imagine beyond their world. Read-aloud time has become our most cherished part of the day—because of the books you helped provide.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for helping us build a strong foundation of literacy, wonder, and joy.","fullyFundedDate":1744421480535,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-the-world-through-books-kinde/9188169/","projectTitle":"Exploring the World Through Books: Kindergarten Read-Alouds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9805751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729098040866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805751"},{"teacherId":9805751,"projectId":9129743,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Building Young Readers: Book Bags for Kindergarten Success.\" Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is now buzzing with excitement around books and storytelling!\r\n\r\nWhen the book bags arrived, the students' eyes lit up with wonder. For many of them, this was the first time they held a collection of books that they could take home and explore with their families. \r\n\r\nWe've integrated the book bags into our weekly routine. Each Friday, students check out a bag filled with leveled books and reading response activities. On Mondays, they come back eager to share what they read and what they learned.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're working on our \"Reading Buddies\" project, where students will pair up to read their favorite book bag books with a partner. This peer-to-peer reading time encourages collaboration, builds fluency, and reinforces the idea that reading is joyful and meant to be shared.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, these young learners are building the skills and confidence they need to thrive in school—and beyond. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for investing in our classroom, our students, and their futures.","fullyFundedDate":1744443566840,"projectUrl":"project/building-young-readers-book-bags-for-ki/9129743/","projectTitle":"Building Young Readers: Book Bags for Kindergarten Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9805751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729098040866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805751"},{"teacherId":9805751,"projectId":9136802,"letterContent":"The funded DonorsChoose project had a powerful impact on the kindergarten classroom by providing a variety of engaging read-aloud books. These books helped students learn classroom routines, build essential language and social-emotional skills, and explore diverse cultures and ideas. As a result, students became more confident, empathetic, and excited about learning. The stories sparked imagination and discussion, creating a strong foundation for literacy and a lifelong love of reading. Thank you for your investment in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1742939352772,"projectUrl":"project/reading-adventures-starting-strong-in-k/9136802/","projectTitle":"Reading Adventures: Starting Strong in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9805751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729098040866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805751"},{"teacherId":9805751,"projectId":9127393,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible support! The excitement in my classroom was undeniable when my students saw the new supplies. Their faces lit up as they explored the crayons and sentence strips, eager to express their creativity and strengthen their writing skills. The magnetic bookshelves have helped us keep our classroom organized, making it easier for students to access engaging books independently.\r\n\r\nThe number bond magnets have transformed our math lessons, allowing students to visualize and build number relationships in a hands-on way. With the ergonomic grips, students are developing confidence in their handwriting, improving both comfort and fine motor skills. These resources have made a tremendous impact, fostering engagement and deeper learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students have the tools they need to thrive. Our next steps include using these materials to enhance collaborative projects, build literacy skills, and strengthen math fluency. Your generosity has made a lasting difference, and we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1740769640526,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-learners-with-essential/9127393/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Learners with Essential Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9805751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729098040866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805751"},{"teacherId":9805751,"projectId":9125402,"letterContent":"Your generous donation has had an immediate and powerful impact on my kindergarten classroom, creating a dynamic, engaging, and organized environment where students are excited to learn. With the addition of sticky easel pads, flip chart paper, dry-erase paddles, and other requested materials, you've provided my students with the tools they need to actively participate in their education. These resources are not just supplies—they are catalysts for creativity, collaboration, and deep learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, students are now able to engage in real-time, hands-on learning experiences. The word mapping write-and-wipe boards are allowing them to break down and analyze words, helping them build strong foundations in literacy. The dry-erase paddles give them the opportunity to answer questions and show their understanding instantly, which boosts their confidence and reinforces their knowledge. The ability to respond, collaborate, and display their work in meaningful ways has made a huge difference in their motivation and enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nSince the implementation of these resources, our classroom has become a much more interactive and vibrant space. The sticky easel pads and flip chart paper have transformed how we create anchor charts together, helping reinforce key concepts in math, reading, and science. These visual aids not only support the learning process but also encourage students to contribute their ideas, making them active participants in the creation of classroom resources.\r\n\r\nThe use of the word mapping write-and-wipe boards has had a noticeable impact on literacy development. Students are now able to visually break down words, analyze them, and practice writing in a way that is fun and engaging. This method has made learning to read and spell feel more accessible, building confidence in my students' literacy skills.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the dry-erase paddles and markers have brought an element of excitement to daily lessons. Students can respond to questions quickly, raise their hands to share answers, and participate in activities that keep them actively engaged. This instant feedback loop has reinforced their understanding and allowed me to adjust instruction to meet their individual needs in real time.\r\n\r\nThe new organizational tools, including magnetic storage boxes and clips, have also made a huge difference in the classroom. These simple but effective resources help us maintain an organized learning space, which keeps students focused and reduces distractions. The addition of command hooks to display student work and reference materials has created an environment where learning is visible and celebrated, reinforcing the idea that every student's contributions are valued.\r\n\r\nOverall, these resources have helped me build a classroom environment that is both structured and flexible, fostering an atmosphere of collaboration, creativity, and curiosity. My students now have a learning space that reflects their enthusiasm and resilience, and they feel empowered to take risks, try new things, and support one another.\r\n\r\nWith your help, we've been able to transform our classroom into a place where my students are not only learning, but also thriving. Your donation has truly made a difference, and my students are growing, learning, and succeeding every day thanks to your supportYour generous donation has had an immediate and powerful impact on my kindergarten classroom, creating a dynamic, engaging, and organized environment where students are excited to learn. With the addition of sticky easel pads, flip chart paper, dry-erase paddles, and other requested materials, you've provided my students with the tools they need to actively participate in their education. These resources are not just supplies—they are catalysts for creativity, collaboration, and deep learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, students are now able to engage in real-time, hands-on learning experiences. The word mapping write-and-wipe boards are allowing them to break down and analyze words, helping them build strong foundations in literacy. The dry-erase paddles give them the opportunity to answer questions and show their understanding instantly, which boosts their confidence and reinforces their knowledge. The ability to respond, collaborate, and display their work in meaningful ways has made a huge difference in their motivation and enthusiasm.","fullyFundedDate":1740364957554,"projectUrl":"project/engage-write-erase-repeat/9125402/","projectTitle":"Engage, Write, Erase, Repeat!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9805751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729098040866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805751"},{"teacherId":9805751,"projectId":9119110,"letterContent":"Your generous contribution to this project will have a lasting impact on my kindergarten students, providing them with the tools they need to grow academically, socially, and creatively. The primary composition notebooks will not only enhance their learning experience, but also build confidence, spark curiosity, and foster a love for learning. \r\n\r\nWith your support, students now have a dedicated space to practice writing, draw, and reflect on their academic experiences. This hands-on approach helps them develop critical foundational skills in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies. The act of journaling—whether they're reflecting on stories, solving math problems, or recording science observations—promotes deeper understanding and strengthens their ability to communicate their ideas clearly. \r\n\r\nThe primary composition notebooks also support their fine motor skills, which are essential for writing and drawing. As students practice using these notebooks, they are becoming more confident in their abilities and more engaged with their learning. They are able to track their growth and celebrate their progress, which further encourages their excitement about education. \r\n\r\nThe introduction of these primary composition notebooks has transformed my classroom into a more interactive and engaging learning environment. Students are now able to document their learning journey in a creative and meaningful way. They eagerly fill their notebooks with drawings, written reflections, and responses to prompts across various subjects. \r\n\r\nThis tool has allowed them to make connections between different areas of study—whether it's relating a story they read to a math problem they solved or reflecting on a science experiment. The notebooks give them a sense of ownership over their learning and encourage independent thinking, which is crucial at this stage of their academic development.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, these notebooks have helped students build a stronger sense of community in the classroom. They love sharing their work with one another, exchanging ideas, and discussing their progress. This not only strengthens their academic skills but also fosters social-emotional growth as they gain confidence in expressing themselves.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, my students are building a strong foundation for their future academic success. They are more excited, more engaged, and more confident in their ability to succeed in school and beyond. Your contribution is making a real difference in their lives!","fullyFundedDate":1740268762652,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-foundations-primary-com/9119110/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Foundations: Primary Composition Notebooks for Early Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9805751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729098040866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805751"},{"teacherId":9805751,"projectId":9019764,"letterContent":"This project has significantly enhanced the kindergarten classroom by fostering literacy and engagement through interactive tools. The Alphabet Pocket Chart helps students practice phonics and letter recognition in a fun, hands-on way, strengthening their literacy skills. The On Strike Books encourage reading by offering relatable stories that spark interest and teach valuable lessons on caring for classroom materials, promoting both academic and social development.\r\n\r\nBy providing these resources, the classroom environment has become more engaging and supportive. The materials encourage students to build confidence in reading and writing while reinforcing proper procedures. This project has empowered students to succeed by offering them the tools they need to grow academically and develop a love for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1736010268561,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-classroom-where-every-learner/9019764/","projectTitle":"Creating a Classroom Where Every Learner Thrives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9805751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729098040866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805751"},{"teacherId":9805751,"projectId":8909735,"letterContent":"This project has had a positive impact on kindergarten learning by creating a more organized, engaging, and hands-on classroom. The mesh pouches and file bags helped keep supplies neat and accessible, allowing for smoother lessons. The mini rolling pins and dry erase handwriting paper supported fine motor skills and writing practice, while the Word Families Pocket Chart enhanced phonics and literacy development. Laminating sheets allowed for durable, reusable learning materials, fostering student independence. \r\n\r\nOverall, the resources have encouraged active learning, boosted confidence, and helped students develop essential skills in a fun and structured environment.","fullyFundedDate":1735110665289,"projectUrl":"project/staying-organized-tools-for-an-engaging/8909735/","projectTitle":"Staying Organized: Tools for an Engaging Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9805751_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729098040866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9805751"},{"teacherId":9805751,"projectId":8884083,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a hub of engagement, organization, and interactive learning! The students were absolutely thrilled when they first saw the new resources. The magnetic bingo wand and chips quickly became a classroom favorite, with students eagerly using them to practice number recognition and basic math skills.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are using these resources to dive deeper into collaborative math games and literacy centers. 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