{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wylie Primary School","outOfStateSupporters":28.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8620247,"projectId":10005900,"letterContent":"Because of this project, I now have access to high-quality professional learning resources that will directly strengthen the instruction my students receive every day. The books provided practical strategies for teaching foundational literacy skills such as letter recognition, phonological awareness, vocabulary development, and early language skills in ways that are engaging and developmentally appropriate for young learners.\r\n\r\nThrough these resources, I am able to more intentionally connect literacy with hands-on STEAM experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity, and problem solving in my classroom. The strategies and ideas from these books will help me design lessons where students can explore, ask questions, build, experiment, and develop early literacy skills at the same time.","fullyFundedDate":1769178255629,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-foundations-in-early-lit/10005900/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Foundations in Early Literacy & STEAM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Katelyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8620247_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669768708503","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8620247"},{"teacherId":8620247,"projectId":9819112,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has truly transformed into a place where curiosity leads the way! The materials from our Little Scientists, Big Discoveries project have allowed my PreK students to explore science through hands on discovery every single day.\r\n\r\nMy students have been observing our classroom fish, planting, playing with superhero magnets, and coding their robot mouse, and asking thoughtful questions about what they see. Instead of simply hearing about science, they are experiencing it. They check on our plants, scream over volcano explosions, and excitedly share their observations with their classmates.\r\n\r\nThese materials have helped my students practice important early science skills such as observing, predicting, comparing, and describing what they notice. For many of them, this is their first time participating in real scientific exploration.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in our classroom is incredible. Students rush to our science center each day eager to see what has changed. Their curiosity and enthusiasm show just how powerful hands-on learning can be.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are learning that they are scientists too. Thank you for helping inspire the next generation of explorers and thinkers!","fullyFundedDate":1765982250226,"projectUrl":"project/little-scientists-big-discoveries/9819112/","projectTitle":"Little Scientists, Big Discoveries","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Katelyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8620247_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669768708503","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8620247"},{"teacherId":8788212,"projectId":10015776,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring these wonderful soft foam blocks into our classroom! My students were immediately drawn to the bright colors and unique shapes when the blocks arrived. During our first center time with them, the room was filled with excitement as students began stacking, balancing, and experimenting with how the pieces fit together. The soft design allows them to safely build tall structures, knock them down, and start again—an experience that encourages creativity and exploration.\r\nThese blocks have quickly become one of the most popular areas in our classroom. My students use them to build towers, bridges, and imaginative structures while practicing important early skills like sharing, problem solving, and spatial awareness. I recently watched a small group work together to build what they proudly called a \"giant castle,\" carefully choosing pieces and helping each other balance the blocks so it wouldn't fall. Moments like this help my students develop cooperation and confidence while learning through play.\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students now have a safe and engaging space to build, experiment, and learn together every day. These materials will continue supporting our lessons in math, creativity, and social skills as students explore shapes, patterns, and teamwork. Thank you for making our classroom a place where curiosity and imagination can grow!","fullyFundedDate":1769178257876,"projectUrl":"project/a-safe-space-to-build-play-and-belong/10015776/","projectTitle":"A Safe Space to Build, Play, and Belong","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laci","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8788212_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769285774652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-laci"},{"teacherId":1714751,"projectId":9955428,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. Your generosity means more to us than you know!\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our classroom now has wonderful winter themed games, crafts, puzzles, and STEM activities. The polar animal crafts, sticker scenes, foam snowmen, seasonal puzzles, and snowflake decorations are already bringing so much joy to our room. We are using them during centers and small groups to practice reading, math, fine motor skills, and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nThese materials help my students build important skills in a way that feels like play. They are excited, engaged, and proud of what they create and learn each day.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and for helping make learning fun and meaningful. We are so grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1769178258584,"projectUrl":"project/winter-wonderland/9955428/","projectTitle":"Winter Wonderland!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McNew","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1714751_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740505585760","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcnew"},{"teacherId":8788212,"projectId":9225947,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Growing Life Skills with Raised Garden Beds! When my students first saw the raised garden beds, they were filled with excitement and curiosity. They eagerly explored the soil, asked questions about what we would plant, and took pride in knowing this garden was created just for them. That initial moment of wonder quickly turned into motivation as students realized they would be responsible for caring for something real and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWe now use the garden as an extension of our classroom to teach important life skills alongside academic learning. Students work together to plant seeds, water the beds, pull weeds, and observe growth over time. These activities help build responsibility, patience, communication, and teamwork. For many of my students, especially those who benefit from hands-on learning, the garden has become a powerful tool for practicing following directions, taking turns, and staying engaged in a shared task. Seeing their efforts lead to visible growth has been incredibly rewarding and confidence-building.\r\n\r\nNext, our students will continue nurturing the plants as they grow, documenting changes through drawings, photos, and simple charts. We will also use the garden to talk about healthy choices, where food comes from, and how caring for our environment connects to caring for ourselves and others. Thanks to your generosity, my students are learning skills that extend far beyond the classroom. Thank you for helping them grow independence, responsibility, and pride through this project.","fullyFundedDate":1746785986927,"projectUrl":"project/growing-life-skills-with-raised-garden-b/9225947/","projectTitle":"Growing Life Skills with Raised Garden Beds!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laci","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8788212_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769285774652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-laci"},{"teacherId":8788212,"projectId":9225660,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Growing Young Minds. When my students first saw the raised garden beds, their faces lit up with excitement and curiosity. They were eager to touch the soil, ask questions about what we would grow, and share stories about plants they had seen at home. These raised beds have transformed an outdoor space into an extension of our classroom, giving students a meaningful, hands-on way to learn through exploration.\r\n\r\nWe are using the garden as part of our daily learning across multiple subjects. Students help prepare the soil, plant seeds, water the garden, and observe changes over time. These activities support early science skills like making observations and predictions, while also building math skills through counting, measuring, and comparing growth. The garden has also become a powerful tool for language development as students practice new vocabulary and describe what they see, feel, and do. For many of my students, especially those who learn best through hands-on experiences, the garden has been incredibly engaging and motivating.\r\n\r\nNext, our students will continue caring for the plants as they grow, tracking changes with drawings, photos, and simple charts. We will harvest what we grow and use it as an opportunity to talk about healthy choices, where food comes from, and how to care for our environment. Thanks to your generosity, my students are not just learning about plants — they are developing responsibility, teamwork, and a deeper connection to the world around them. Thank you for helping our young minds grow.","fullyFundedDate":1746785782576,"projectUrl":"project/growing-young-minds/9225660/","projectTitle":"Growing Young Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laci","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8788212_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769285774652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-laci"},{"teacherId":8788212,"projectId":9225644,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, Essential Printer Ink for Creative Learning. Because of you, my students now have consistent access to printed learning materials that support hands-on instruction, creativity, and individualized learning. In our classroom, technology and printed resources work together—lessons often begin digitally, but true learning happens when students can touch, trace, cut, color, and interact with materials that are tailored specifically to their needs. Your support ensures that learning doesn't stop because we've run out of ink.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is seeing their work come to life. Whether it's personalized literacy activities, math games, visual schedules, or fine-motor crafts, having fresh, clear materials helps students stay engaged and confident. Many of my students benefit from repetition and visual supports, and being able to print exactly what they need—when they need it—makes a tremendous difference in their understanding and independence.\r\n\r\nSeveral of my students have especially thrived with these resources, particularly those who need structured visuals and hands-on practice to succeed. Students who once struggled to attend to lessons are now eager to participate when they recognize materials made just for them. Your generosity directly supports their growth, confidence, and love of learning. Thank you for believing in my students and helping make our classroom a place where every child can succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1746785852109,"projectUrl":"project/essential-printer-ink-for-creative-learn/9225644/","projectTitle":"Essential Printer Ink for Creative Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laci","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8788212_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769285774652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-laci"},{"teacherId":8620247,"projectId":9819171,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous $100 Teachers Pay Teachers gift card donation!\r\nYour support has a direct and meaningful impact on my classroom and students. This gift allows me to purchase high quality, teacher created resources that are engaging, developmentally appropriate, and tailored to meet the unique needs of my learners.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, I can bring fresh activities into our classroom that support literacy, math, social emotional learning, and hands on exploration. These resources help me differentiate instruction, keep lessons exciting, and ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed, no matter their learning style or ability.\r\n\r\nYour donation also supports teachers like me by saving valuable time, allowing me to focus more energy on my students and less on creating materials from scratch. Most importantly, it helps create a joyful, well-prepared learning environment where students feel supported, confident, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and for investing in our students' growth and success. Your kindness truly makes a difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1762266322219,"projectUrl":"project/creative-lessons-for-curious-learners/9819171/","projectTitle":"Creative Lessons for Curious Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Katelyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8620247_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669768708503","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8620247"},{"teacherId":8620247,"projectId":9293763,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating Clifford's Big World magazine to our classroom!\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students now have access to engaging, age appropriate nonfiction and fiction that sparks curiosity and builds a love for reading. Clifford's Big World helps students explore real world topics in a fun, approachable way while strengthening early literacy skills like vocabulary, comprehension, and discussion.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, this magazine is an exciting opportunity to see themselves as readers and learners. It supports whole group lessons, small group conversations, and independent exploration, making learning more meaningful and joyful. Your kindness is helping create a classroom where reading feels exciting, welcoming, and accessible to every child.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping make our classroom a place where learning comes aliveone Clifford story at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1746785316209,"projectUrl":"project/big-learning-adventures-with-my-big-worl/9293763/","projectTitle":"Big Learning Adventures with My Big World and Clifford!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Katelyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8620247_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669768708503","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8620247"},{"teacherId":10039816,"projectId":9762857,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in providing dresses for my PreK classroom girls. These dresses are already making such a beautiful impact in our classroom. We will be using them during our school performances, special celebrations, and classroom presentations, helping our students feel confident, proud, and excited to participate.\r\n\r\nWhen I first showed the dresses to my students, their eyes lit up with excitement. They could hardly contain their joy! Many of them immediately asked if they could try them on, twirled around, and smiled from ear to ear. For some of my girls, this was a very special moment, they felt seen, valued, and truly celebrated. The dresses gave them not just something to wear, but a sense of pride and belonging.\r\n\r\nThese dresses are now becoming part of our learning experience. As we prepare for upcoming performances, the students are practicing their songs, movements, and presentations while imagining themselves wearing their special outfits. This has made them even more motivated to participate, cooperate, and build confidence as they get ready to perform for their families and school community.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has brought so much joy into our classroom and created lasting memories for these young learners. Thank you for believing in my students and helping make their school experience more magical and meaningful. We are truly grateful for you.","fullyFundedDate":1760693766942,"projectUrl":"project/dancing-with-pride-cultural-dresses-for/9762857/","projectTitle":"Dancing with Pride: Cultural Dresses for Our Pre-K Bilingual Performers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quintanilla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10039816"},{"teacherId":8620247,"projectId":9178564,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our new magnetic board and manipulatives have quickly become a favorite learning tool in our classroom! My students are drawn to the board each day, eager to move letters, numbers, shapes, and pictures around as they explore early literacy and math skills in a hands-on way.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic manipulatives have turned lessons into interactive play, students are building words, matching letters and sounds, sorting shapes, and even creating stories together. This kind of learning keeps them engaged, strengthens fine motor skills, and helps them retain important concepts in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThe board has also encouraged teamwork, as children gather around to solve problems and share ideas. Thank you for giving us a resource that makes learning active, collaborative, and fun. Your generosity has truly brightened our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1746785695216,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-board-and-steam-fun/9178564/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Board and STEAM Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Katelyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8620247_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669768708503","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8620247"},{"teacherId":8620247,"projectId":9293647,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our dramatic play center has become a hub of imagination, creativity, and learning! The new toys have completely transformed how my students engage with one another—they are cooking meals, running pretend stores, taking care of babies, and acting out real-world experiences in ways that strengthen both their social and academic skills.\r\n\r\nDramatic play may look like \"just play,\" but it's so much more. I see my students practicing language, building vocabulary, learning to share and take turns, and even incorporating math concepts like counting and sorting as they play. For many children, this center has also become a safe place to express their feelings, build confidence, and develop empathy.\r\n\r\nYour support has given my students the tools to imagine big, learn through play, and create memories that will last far beyond Pre-K. 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