{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Gallberry Farm Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":51.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10006163,"projectId":9652258,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support in helping our classroom receive a refrigerator. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference for our students and our school community.\r\nBecause of you, we are now able to safely store food, snacks, and materials that support our students' daily needs. Something as simple as a fridge helps create a more comfortable and caring environment, and that means the world to us.\r\nI am truly grateful and humbled by your generosity. The students and staff at Gallberry thank you for believing in our classroom and for investing in our students' success.\r\nYour support goes far beyond equipment—you are helping create a place where students feel cared for, supported, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1758636819224,"projectUrl":"project/project-chill-cold-storage-warm-hearts/9652258/","projectTitle":"PROJECT CHILL : COLD STORAGE WARM HEARTS","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10006163_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y416&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756320404617","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10006163"},{"teacherId":8919551,"projectId":9416427,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students now have access to high-interest early chapter books that are making a real difference in their reading growth. Series like Diary of a Pug and The Last Firehawk help students strengthen essential literacy skills such as reading stamina, sequencing events, understanding characters, and using context clues to decode new words. The manageable chapter lengths, supportive illustrations, and engaging storylines allow developing readers to practice these skills independently while still feeling successful and motivated.\r\n\r\nReading in our school library is joyful, student-driven, and confidence-building. Students are eager to check out these books, often asking for the next title in the series before they've even finished the first. Many students who were previously hesitant to choose chapter books are now proudly returning to share that they finished an entire book on their own. These moments are powerful—they show students that they are readers and that reading can be both fun and achievable.\r\n\r\nThese books have been especially impactful for our emerging readers and reluctant readers, who benefit from familiar characters and predictable story structures. Students love revisiting characters they already know, which encourages repeated reading and deeper comprehension. Because of your support, more students are excited about reading, more students see themselves as capable readers, and our library is a place where confidence grows alongside literacy. Thank you for making this meaningful impact possible.","fullyFundedDate":1767805220623,"projectUrl":"project/chapter-book-champions-building-big-rea/9416427/","projectTitle":"Chapter Book Champions: Building Big Readers with Pugs and Firehawks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Keels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8919551_orig.jpg?crop=952,953,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739986658993","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8919551"},{"teacherId":10365141,"projectId":9958136,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping make this project possible. Your generosity is already making a meaningful difference for my first-grade students.\r\n\r\nMy students are energetic, curious learners who thrive when they can touch, build, read, and explore. Because of you, they now have access to materials that support phonics instruction, organization, STEM exploration, and science learning in ways that are engaging and developmentally appropriate.\r\n\r\nThe phonics word work sets and dry erase markers give students hands-on opportunities to practice decoding, spelling, and word building during small-group instruction. These reusable tools allow them to strengthen foundational reading skills again and again. The literature organizer helps keep books and materials accessible, encouraging students to take ownership of their learning space and make independent choices.\r\n\r\nThe STEM building toys have quickly become favorites. Through building with blocks, gears, straws, bristles, and flower builders, students are collaborating, problem-solving, and developing fine motor and early engineering skills—all while having fun. The human body science books spark incredible curiosity and conversation. Even when texts introduce advanced ideas, students are eager to explore the visuals, ask questions, and think like scientists.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is a place where literacy, science, and hands-on learning come together every day. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their growth. Your support truly matters.","fullyFundedDate":1765742661839,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-readers-thinkers-and-s/9958136/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Readers, Thinkers, and Scientists in First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sibley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10365141"},{"teacherId":3304916,"projectId":9959386,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our media center. These hands-on STEM materials have already made a meaningful impact on our students. From the moment the materials were introduced, students jumped right in, eager to explore, build, and experiment. Our media center quickly transformed into a space filled with curiosity, collaboration, and creative problem-solving.\r\n\r\nThese open-ended building materials allow students to learn by doing. Instead of being told how something works, students design, test, adjust, and try again—developing a deeper understanding of concepts like balance, structure, motion, and cause and effect. Students work independently and in small groups, explaining their thinking, helping one another, and taking ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nMany of our students do not have access to hands-on STEM resources outside of school. Your support ensures every student has equal access to engaging, high-quality learning experiences that build confidence, creativity, and critical thinking skills. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for helping make our media center a place where learning is active, joyful, and meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1765990751671,"projectUrl":"project/beginning-engineers-big-ideas-and-gear/9959386/","projectTitle":"Beginning Engineers, Big Ideas, and Gears Everywhere","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3304916_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330270716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-s-williams03"},{"teacherId":3304916,"projectId":9971838,"letterContent":"We opened the box, took out the new Bee-Bot, and the kids were already abuzz with excitement. The Bee-Bots have already made a huge impact in our classroom. From the moment students were introduced to them, their enthusiasm was impossible to miss. The kids absolutely love the Bee-Bots and are eager to use them during learning time.\r\n\r\nStudents are actively planning, testing, and revising their commands as they guide the Bee-Bots through challenges, turning coding into an engaging, hands-on experience. Working in small groups has encouraged collaboration, communication, and problem-solving as students explain their thinking and help one another troubleshoot.\r\n\r\nThese activities have made abstract concepts much more concrete, especially for students who benefit from tactile and visual learning. Instead of just talking about directions, sequencing, and problem-solving, students are learning by doing—and they are fully invested. The Bee-Bots have transformed learning into something joyful, meaningful, and memorable for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1766679434467,"projectUrl":"project/un-bee-lievable-coding-adventures-await/9971838/","projectTitle":"Un-BEE-lievable Coding Adventures Await!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3304916_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330270716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-s-williams03"},{"teacherId":10383956,"projectId":9958415,"letterContent":"We have officially received the science kits, and they have already made a huge impact in our classroom. The moment the boxes arrived, my students were buzzing with excitement and could not wait to explore what was inside. As they opened the kits, they eagerly examined the materials, asked questions, and started making connections to what they already know about science.\r\n\r\nWhile our teacher team looked through one kit and discussed lesson ideas and upcoming units, our students were fully engaged exploring the contents of the other two kits. The body systems posters are alsogoing to be a huge help when we get to those standards. Their curiosity and enthusiasm made it clear that these hands-on and visual materials will be powerful learning tools.\r\n\r\nWe are especially excited to use these kits and the science doodle notes as we move into our next science unit on ecosystems. Having real materials to investigate, test, and explore will help students better understand complex concepts and see how systems work together in the real world. These kits will allow students to learn by doing, making science more meaningful, memorable, and engaging.\r\n\r\nWe know that having access to these resources will strengthen our science instruction and support deeper understanding of key concepts. Thank you for helping bring hands-on, joyful science learning into our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1766331963213,"projectUrl":"project/fifth-graders-full-scientists-zero-bor/9958415/","projectTitle":"Fifth Graders, Full Scientists, Zero Boring Notes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gaskins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10383956"},{"teacherId":3304916,"projectId":9967274,"letterContent":"This project had an immediate and engaging impact on my fifth-grade students. When a group of students staying after school noticed the human body torso model and nonfiction books about the human body, they were instantly curious and eager to explore. They picked up the books to study the illustrations and gathered around the model, carefully removing and examining the organs before working together to put them back in place. Although they struggled at first, with guidance they figured it out—asking questions, making connections, and thinking critically about how the body works.\r\n\r\nThese materials helped students move beyond memorizing diagrams to truly understanding how body systems connect and function together. The hands-on torso model supported visual and kinesthetic learners, while the high-quality nonfiction texts encouraged close reading, vocabulary development, and research skills.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this project sparked curiosity ahead of our upcoming unit on human body systems. Students began thinking about concepts they will soon study in depth, building excitement and confidence before formal instruction even began. As an Equity Focus School, providing access to these interactive science resources ensures all students can engage meaningfully in science learning and develop a lasting interest in how their bodies work.","fullyFundedDate":1766775654453,"projectUrl":"project/inside-the-human-body-hands-on-science/9967274/","projectTitle":"Inside the Human Body: Hands-On Science for 5th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3304916_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330270716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-s-williams03"},{"teacherId":3304916,"projectId":9838176,"letterContent":"This project had an immediate and meaningful impact on my students. As soon as I placed the puzzles out on the tables, students were drawn to them without any prompting. The very next class that entered the media center asked if they could begin putting one together, and soon students were collaborating naturally—problem-solving, talking through ideas, and working patiently as a team.\r\n\r\nOne moment that stood out most was a student who needs extra support and has limited verbal communication. He gravitated toward an underwater puzzle and became visibly excited as he worked, moving his hands enthusiastically and engaging deeply with the images of animals he loves. Other students—even those who came in just to return books—stopped to join in, choosing to build together during what would normally be a quick transition.\r\n\r\nThe coding mouse and puzzles created a calm, inviting learning environment where curiosity, confidence, and collaboration flourished. These materials supported a wide range of learners and transformed the library into a space where students felt successful, engaged, and excited to learn—sometimes without even realizing they were learning at all.","fullyFundedDate":1766165985629,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-big-adventures-and-puzzle/9838176/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds, Big Adventures, and Puzzle Power!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3304916_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330270716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-s-williams03"},{"teacherId":3304916,"projectId":9959424,"letterContent":"This project made an immediate difference for my students. When they opened the boxes of Picasso Cubes, they were eager to begin building right away. Students quickly became immersed in designing structures, creating patterns, and testing ideas. As they experimented, they naturally explored balance, symmetry, and spatial reasoning through hands-on trial and error.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic cubes supported student-centered learning by giving every child an entry point. Some students worked independently, carefully planning their designs, while others collaborated—sharing ideas, solving problems together, and explaining their thinking. When a structure didn't work, students adjusted and redesigned, building perseverance and confidence along the way.\r\n\r\nBecause our school is an Equity Focus School, these materials were especially impactful. Many of my students do not have access to open-ended STEM tools outside of school. This project ensured all students could engage in meaningful, interactive learning that encourages creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving skills that extend far beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1766075031208,"projectUrl":"project/building-big-ideas-one-tiny-cube-at-a-ti/9959424/","projectTitle":"Building Big Ideas One Tiny Cube at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3304916_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330270716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-s-williams03"},{"teacherId":3304916,"projectId":9959491,"letterContent":"The impact of this project was immediate and powerful. As soon as my students walked into the media center and saw the new STEM building materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to open them—and once they did, the room quickly filled with curiosity, collaboration, and joyful problem-solving. It was one of those moments where learning didn't need prompting; it happened naturally.\r\n\r\nThese open-ended building tools invited students to touch, connect, test, and create. Using magnetic sticks and balls, students experimented with balance, structure, and cause-and-effect as they designed towers, shapes, and pathways. The Puzgic STEM sets encouraged creative thinking as students followed visual prompts, rebuilt designs, and proudly invented their own. With the PicassoTiles Hedgehog Building Blocks, students created characters and scenes while strengthening fine motor skills and spatial awareness.\r\n\r\nThroughout centers, small-group exploration, and choice time, students worked independently and alongside peers—sharing ideas, explaining their thinking, and problem-solving together. When a structure fell, students didn't give up. They adjusted, rebuilt, and tried again, developing persistence and early engineering skills through hands-on trial and error.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, tactile and interactive learning makes all the difference. These materials ensured that every child had access to engaging, developmentally appropriate STEM experiences that build confidence, creativity, and a genuine love of learning. Watching my students dive in with excitement and pride reminded me that when learning feels like play, the impact lasts far beyond the lesson.","fullyFundedDate":1766115963310,"projectUrl":"project/brains-at-work-blocks-everywhere/9959491/","projectTitle":"Brains at Work, Blocks Everywhere","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3304916_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330270716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-s-williams03"},{"teacherId":8948595,"projectId":7166979,"letterContent":"This project has made a noticeable difference in our reading room from the moment the materials arrived. My students come in with energy, enthusiasm, and a real desire to move—and now they can channel that movement into hands-on learning. The phonics games like Snap It Up, Boggle, Sight Word Bingo, and our new word-building activities have transformed literacy practice from something that felt routine into something they genuinely look forward to.\r\n\r\nWe've been able to use these materials daily in small, differentiated groups, and the impact is clear. Students are manipulating sounds and letters with confidence, applying phonetic rules through play, and building words in ways that feel meaningful and interactive. For some learners, these games help reading \"click\" for the first time; for others, it feels like their skills are leveling up with every round of friendly competition.\r\n\r\nNot only are students growing academically, but they now have a positive outlet for their energy. Movement and literacy finally work together instead of fighting each other. Brain breaks have turned into reading breaks, and play has become progress. This project has helped create a space where learning moves, feels joyful, and belongs to every student in the room.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make this happen. The growth, excitement, and confidence we're seeing are proof that these materials matter.","fullyFundedDate":1685478950624,"projectUrl":"project/reading-our-way-to-the-top/7166979/","projectTitle":"Reading Our Way to the Top!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Scavella","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8948595_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y12&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678061235742","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8948595"},{"teacherId":3304916,"projectId":9839229,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my classroom has become a place where curiosity leads the way. My students now have access to books that don't just answer questions—but spark them. Every day, I hear more \"Why?\" and \"What happened next?\" as students dive into science and history with excitement and confidence.\r\n\r\nThe Fly Guy Presents books have transformed science time into laughter-filled learning, helping early readers explore big topics like space, weather, and insects through humor and familiar characters. The Science Comics series has turned complex ideas—volcanoes, ecosystems, and the human body—into adventures students can't wait to read and reread. With the Science Essentials books, students deepen their understanding through clear explanations, vivid images, and real-world connections that make learning feel relevant and meaningful.\r\n\r\nJust as powerful are the stories of courage my students now hold in their hands. Claudette Colvin Refuses to Move and Drummer Boys Lead the Charge have shown my students that kids—kids like them—have always played an important role in shaping history. 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