{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Garfield Steam Academy","outOfStateSupporters":46.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8383784,"projectId":10235365,"letterContent":"This project is in the early stages, but I am so excited to begin implementing all of our new tools soon! Already students are working with me on collaborative writing opportunities and beginning to understand the importance of sentence formation. Soon they will be prepared to begin writing independently and building their knowledge of how to write in more concrete ways. When we get to our unit on personal correspondence I am so excited for the students to get to write their own letters and post cards and send them out. I cannot wait to watch my students grow in this important foundational skill and be excited to continue learning. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1778262174610,"projectUrl":"project/write-to-the-world-giving-students-real/10235365/","projectTitle":"Write to the World: Giving Students Real World Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lazenby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8383784_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y77&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707588496812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emorylazenby"},{"teacherId":3591074,"projectId":10290147,"letterContent":"I have had so much fun playing card games with my 5th grade classes. And decided they are the most competitive students. I have watched 2 students play against each other and then others get a game of 10 students going. It has been heart warming to watch some of the students, who normally don't participate, be included in a card game. I do believe we have had to read the rules a few times as many of them play by their own. Thank you for donating to this project and allowing me to provide my students with additional games for them to play, creating a fun learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1779650372195,"projectUrl":"project/deal-me-in/10290147/","projectTitle":"Deal Me In","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3591074_orig.png?crop=1080,1080,x0,y352&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575381529528","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3591074"},{"teacherId":3591074,"projectId":10257422,"letterContent":"I underestimated the amount of excitement and engagement the guess how many jar would create with our younger grades. I have had several things our older students in 3rd-5th grades have been able to participate in over the last few years. This is the first passive programming, I have set up for our younger grades. I have watched every student stand in front of the jar. Many just fill out the entry with a guess, but I see a lot of them methodically trying to estimate and narrow down their number guess. I'm excited to continue this passive programming throughout the school year and see if the students grow their estimation skills. Thank you for your donation to this project. It is greatly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1778706362561,"projectUrl":"project/passive-programming/10257422/","projectTitle":"Passive Programming","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3591074_orig.png?crop=1080,1080,x0,y352&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575381529528","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3591074"},{"teacherId":9616496,"projectId":10168677,"letterContent":"Daily reading in our classroom is a protected, highly anticipated time, from sustained silent reading and book talks to cozy independent exploration, where students are encouraged to dive into stories that spark their curiosity.\r\n\r\nThese new books allow us to introduce critical comprehension strategies, build vocabulary, and explore diverse perspectives, helping students practice deep critical thinking and empathy as they discuss themes with their peers.\r\n\r\nThe excitement has been palpable, especially for students who previously struggled to find titles that interested them; watching those same students proudly check out books from the lending library to take home and share with their families has been the greatest reward. Thank you for making this lending library a reality!","fullyFundedDate":1775493356025,"projectUrl":"project/lending-library/10168677/","projectTitle":"Lending Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bradford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9616496_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723835399196","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9616496"},{"teacherId":9616496,"projectId":10165930,"letterContent":"In our classroom, reading is a daily anchor through read-alouds, guided discussions, and independent time where students learn to connect deeply with the characters on the page. These new social-emotional texts introduce vital lessons in empathy, emotional regulation, and perspective-taking, giving students the vocabulary and frameworks to navigate big feelings, peer relationships, and everyday challenges.\r\n\r\n It has been amazing to watch students who usually shy away from traditional reading suddenly light up, excitedly pointing out characters going through experiences just like theirs and using the stories to express their own thoughts and feelings. Thank you for helping us build a more empathetic and connected classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1775516449044,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-books/10165930/","projectTitle":"Social-Emotional Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bradford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9616496_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723835399196","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9616496"},{"teacherId":9616496,"projectId":10001325,"letterContent":"Sustained silent reading and daily book talks anchor our classroom routine, giving students dedicated time to get lost in a story while building critical comprehension skills, vocabulary, and stamina.\r\n \r\nThese new texts allow us to explicitly teach empathy, character perspective, and historical context through engaging narratives, helping students connect the plot points to broader themes and real-world lessons.\r\n\r\nSeeing reluctant readers finally light up and rush to grab these new books during independent reading time has been incredible, as they proudly share their favorite pages and recommend titles to their peers. Thank you for making this vibrant reading community possible!","fullyFundedDate":1773882039779,"projectUrl":"project/today-a-reader-tomorrow-a-leader/10001325/","projectTitle":"Today a Reader, Tomorrow a Leader","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bradford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9616496_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723835399196","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9616496"},{"teacherId":9616496,"projectId":9958177,"letterContent":"Gasps and shouts of \"Can I sit there?\" filled the room the morning we unpacked the boxes, with students immediately testing out the various seating. These options have completely changed our room's dynamic. During our recent literature study, students naturally formed comfortable huddles on the floor with clipboards or used the wobble stools, giving everyone the autonomy to choose the setup that helps them focus best.\r\n\r\nAs we continue the year, this mobility allows us to transition from independent work to collaboration huddles in seconds. Thank you for making this flexible environment possible!","fullyFundedDate":1775747119682,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/9958177/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bradford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9616496_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723835399196","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9616496"},{"teacherId":3513439,"projectId":10121643,"letterContent":"I have been so excited to use my new books in my classroom. First, I will talk about the advantages of having a book for each student. I can have the students read to each other and assign work that makes them reread the story in order to complete certain tasks, improving their comprehension and fluency. It also teaches them responsibility by having to keep track of and care for a book every day. \r\n Second, it helps to expand their vocabulary. Reading different books exposes them to vocabulary they may not see in their day-to-day work. Expanding their vocabulary has been shown to improve their overall educational outcome. It improves comprehension and confidence. \r\n Lastly, and the major reason for me, was to show them that chapter books are nothing to be scared of and to impart a love of reading. Many of my students, when I handed them the book for the first time, said they could not read a chapter book, and they were sure that they wouldn't it. After a few chapters they students were disappointed that we were only reading one chapter at a time and asked if they could read ahead. It also got some students to find book that are in a series and start reading them on their own time. So these books have made a major impact in my class and I wanted to thank you again for your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1773845136981,"projectUrl":"project/turning-the-page-to-bigger-stories/10121643/","projectTitle":"Turning the Page to Bigger Stories","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alexander","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3513439_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1468881456621","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3513439"},{"teacherId":8383784,"projectId":10247493,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation of books to my classroom! My students love the books about the lady who swallowed everything. It is a classic favorite and often requested during our read aloud time. I love watching students build their confidence in reading with books they like. It is also fun to watch the lightbulb moments students have about rhyming and letter sounds using a high interest book like these. My class has already requested that we read each of these even though some of them are being saved for special holiday celebrations. It has been awesome to watch students get excited about reading! Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1778186485617,"projectUrl":"project/there-was-a-first-grade-teacher-who-swal/10247493/","projectTitle":"There Was a First Grade Teacher Who Swallowed Some Books...","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lazenby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8383784_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y77&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707588496812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emorylazenby"},{"teacherId":8383784,"projectId":10277794,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations towards my classroom supplies! These materials have already become heavily used in my classroom this year. I am so thankful to have the paper towels and hand soap especially. First grade can get messy at times and we use these materials daily for various reasons. The additional materials have also become well loved in the classroom. Even though students came in with supplies this year there are always things that don't get added to the supply list. Having additional supports takes the burden off of families and teacher and makes such a huge impact. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1779248709468,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-the-supply-list-classroom-essent/10277794/","projectTitle":"Beyond the Supply List: Classroom Essentials and Extras","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lazenby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8383784_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y77&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707588496812","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emorylazenby"},{"teacherId":3591074,"projectId":10208446,"letterContent":"There have been students at the puzzle center table every single day since I have updated it. They really like the new puzzle table and that it rotates so they can work on different areas. It turns to smoothly and there are raised sides so no puzzle pieces fall off. Our old puzzle table only had two sides and I was constantly finding pieces on the floor. I started the year off with an easy puzzle made to look like books. Students have been working hard to finish this and are about half way through. I love hearing them work together and problem solve if a piece fits (someone always is the clear leader and explains how the patterns don't match). Thank you again for your donation to this project. It is greatly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1777858595238,"projectUrl":"project/puzzle-party/10208446/","projectTitle":"Puzzle Party","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3591074_orig.png?crop=1080,1080,x0,y352&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575381529528","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3591074"},{"teacherId":3591074,"projectId":9995083,"letterContent":"We have had such fun with these Plus Plus Puzzles in the library. An entire 5th grade class worked on completing individual ones this morning and I barely heard a word from any of the students. They were laser focused on finishing their puzzle. I could see them quietly problem solving how pieces fit together. Several students were so proud when they finished and showed it to me. Students have not only enjoyed using the directions to build puzzles, but many students ask to free build with them. The pieces are easy to fit together and have sparked students creativity building with them. Thank you again for your generosity and donating to this project. 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