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This will be utilized to the maximum this year along with years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1757532537216,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-with-a-calendar/9513779/","projectTitle":"Creativity With a Calendar","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4258646_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689019628062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4258646"},{"teacherId":1526587,"projectId":9457089,"letterContent":"Our new storage bins have truly transformed our classroom! Before, supplies and materials were scattered across different areas, which made it tricky for students to find what they needed quickly. Now, each bin is clearly labeled and organized by subject or activity, helping my students take ownership of keeping our learning space neat and ready for learning.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching my students' excitement the day the bins arrived. They eagerly helped unpack and organize everything, proudly deciding where each item should go. It became a team effort and a real lesson in responsibility and collaboration!\r\n\r\nNow that everything has a place, transitions between lessons are smoother, and students can independently grab the materials they need for centers, projects, and art activities. We're currently using the bins to organize materials for our upcoming science unit, where students will rotate through hands-on experiments.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous donations, our classroom feels calmer, cleaner, and more efficient—allowing my students to focus on what matters most: learning.","fullyFundedDate":1758202663127,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-things-neat-part-2/9457089/","projectTitle":"Keeping Things Neat Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1526587_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522760262805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/veronicamurray"},{"teacherId":1526587,"projectId":9457021,"letterContent":"Our new storage bins have truly transformed our classroom! Before, supplies and materials were scattered across different areas, which made it tricky for students to find what they needed quickly. Now, each bin is clearly labeled and organized by subject or activity, helping my students take ownership of keeping our learning space neat and ready for learning.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching my students' excitement the day the bins arrived. They eagerly helped unpack and organize everything, proudly deciding where each item should go. It became a team effort and a real lesson in responsibility and collaboration!\r\n\r\nNow that everything has a place, transitions between lessons are smoother, and students can independently grab the materials they need for centers, projects, and art activities. We're currently using the bins to organize materials for our upcoming science unit, where students will rotate through hands-on experiments.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous donations, our classroom feels calmer, cleaner, and more efficient—allowing my students to focus on what matters most: learning.","fullyFundedDate":1758202760272,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-things-neat/9457021/","projectTitle":"Keeping Things Neat","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1526587_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522760262805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/veronicamurray"},{"teacherId":4258646,"projectId":8553972,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and my future students to come. We desperately needed new headphones to use with our Chromebook's. Inevitably headphones break or stop working through the year. My students haven't had one pair break this year. It is also great having the headphones so that students can record and hear themselves reading. This is something I have implement this year due to having these headphone's. Thank you so much for supporting my students and future students to be the best they can be!","fullyFundedDate":1728012808245,"projectUrl":"project/helpful-headphones/8553972/","projectTitle":"Helpful Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4258646_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689019628062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4258646"},{"teacherId":4258646,"projectId":9479692,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my second grade classroom! We have enjoyed having cold drinks, snacks and sweet treats with our new fridge. We also got to have cheese sticks and fruit for snacks because of having the fridge. It has truly been a blessing in our classroom! This will be used for years to come. Students get a reward once a month and on hot months they get popsicles so this will be great for not only my class now but future classes. Thank you so much for supporting my classroom and my students!","fullyFundedDate":1753748331650,"projectUrl":"project/frozen-sweet-treats/9479692/","projectTitle":"Frozen Sweet Treats","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4258646_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689019628062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4258646"},{"teacherId":1521858,"projectId":9567866,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! The filters, scissors, laminating pouches, storage box, and adhesive dots you provided are already helping us stay organized, healthy, and ready to learn. My students were so excited to see the new supplies and are putting them to use every day. Having these basics allows us to focus more on learning and less on worrying about missing materials. They truly make a difference.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we're starting the year strong, and we are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1755735578067,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-restock/9567866/","projectTitle":"Classroom Restock","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Meeks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1521858_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651538063643","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1521858"},{"teacherId":6467436,"projectId":9496967,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through the Fun, Colorful, Flexible Seating project! Because of your generosity, my students now have a variety of seating choices that truly help them learn in ways that fit their needs. The wobble seats have been especially helpful for students who need movement to concentrate; they can stay engaged and focused while still having the freedom to wiggle. The stools have made small-group work more comfortable and efficient, giving us the ability to gather quickly and work closely together during lessons and discussions.\r\n\r\nOur new large polka dot carpet has quickly become a favorite spot in the classroom. Students love using it as a cozy place to read independently, collaborate with peers, or spread out with clipboards to complete their assignments away from their desks. This space has fostered both independence and teamwork, creating a welcoming classroom environment where students feel empowered to make choices about their learning. Your donation has made a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for your support in helping our classroom become a more engaging and flexible space for all learners.","fullyFundedDate":1753658894468,"projectUrl":"project/fun-colorful-flexible-seating/9496967/","projectTitle":"Fun, Colorful, Flexible Seating!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bolte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6467436_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753386823559","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6467436"},{"teacherId":1521858,"projectId":9302761,"letterContent":"The new storage bins have completely changed the way I organize and prepare materials for my students. By giving each subject its own bin, I can keep math manipulatives, reading supplies, and art materials neatly stored and ready for use. This system has reduced clutter and stress, while making transitions smoother and lessons easier to manage. My students benefit from a calm, organized classroom where resources are always within reach, and I can focus more on teaching instead of searching for supplies. Thank you!!","fullyFundedDate":1750774726583,"projectUrl":"project/contain-yourself/9302761/","projectTitle":"Contain Yourself!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Meeks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1521858_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651538063643","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1521858"},{"teacherId":1526587,"projectId":9281745,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our classroom has been transformed into an even more welcoming and engaging learning space! The new classroom carpet has quickly become the heart of our daily routines, fostering a stronger sense of community and comfort for all of my students.\r\n\r\nThe first day the carpet was unrolled, the excitement was unforgettable. Since then, the carpet has become our go-to space for morning meetings, read aloud time, group discussions, and collaborative learning. One of our favorite moments so far was during a recent reading circle. As part of reading buddies, students pair up and read aloud to one another while sitting cozily on the carpet. For some of our reluctant readers, the inviting, calm space makes a big difference—they are more willing to participate and seem to feel more confident.\r\n\r\nYour contribution didn't just fund a carpet—it created a safe, nurturing space where learning, sharing, and growing happens every day. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact!","fullyFundedDate":1747350300896,"projectUrl":"project/reading-for-comfort/9281745/","projectTitle":"Reading for Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1526587_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522760262805","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/veronicamurray"},{"teacherId":4258646,"projectId":6546827,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing my class, myself, and students with this wonderful opportunity to make our classroom feel cozy, warm, and just like a home. Having this new decor has really increased my students ability to focus with calm and meaningful decor around them and our 2nd grade room. I am using the wicker basket to store our book buddies with our stuffed animals that the students can read with when they are in our reading nook. Again, thank you so much for supporting my class and my students.","fullyFundedDate":1667670881015,"projectUrl":"project/new-grade-new-reading-nook/6546827/","projectTitle":"New Grade, New Reading Nook","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4258646_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689019628062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4258646"},{"teacherId":4258646,"projectId":7246236,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and taking the time to read about my project and visit my page. Having these books in my second grade classroom has helped with inclusion, diversity, and building confidence. I love having books in my classroom that students can see themselves through and truly relate to the stories being told. Thank you for helping my class feel more confident and providing them with having more access to a wide variety of books. I cannot thank you enough! We look forward to reading these throughout the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1681843363584,"projectUrl":"project/better-with-books/7246236/","projectTitle":"Better With Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gray","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4258646_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689019628062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4258646"},{"teacherId":6714508,"projectId":6624700,"letterContent":"I am so greatly thankful for your donation to my classroom. These books and book bins have been such a big help within my classroom. It has helped my students grow in their love for reading and the bins have helped me in such a big way to keep my classroom organized. The variety of books I have been able to provide for my students has been such a blessing and my students love having books within the classroom they can utilize whenever they would like. Thank you again for the impact you have made to so many of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1666365794799,"projectUrl":"project/books-and-bins/6624700/","projectTitle":"Books and Bins","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Culpepper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6714508_orig.jpg?crop=1777,1777,x102,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659892957076","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6714508"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50244","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":442,"numTeachers":30,"percentFrplEligible":77,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":54,"percentWhite":23,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":9,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":51.1,"schoolId":50244,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Gentian Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Gentian Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/georgia/muscogee-county-school-district/gentian-elementary-school/50244"}