{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Holcomb Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":74.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7503315,"projectId":10511340,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support in funding our \"Supplies for Superstars\" project! When the boxes arrived in our classroom, the excitement was uncontainable. My first graders' eyes lit up as we unboxed every marker, notebook, and learning tool. They immediately wanted to know who sent them, and explaining that kind-hearted supporters like you made this happen gave them a wonderful lesson in community and generosity.\r\n\r\nHaving these fresh, vibrant materials readily available has transformed our daily routine. During our literacy and center time, the students have been using their new supplies to practice writing sentences, illustrating stories, and working through hands-on activities with newfound pride and focus. Having their own quality supplies empowers them to take ownership of their work and stay engaged throughout the day.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these resources will serve as the foundation for our upcoming writing and creative projects this term. We are diving into a unit where students create and publish their very own mini-books, and having these materials ensures every child has what they need to succeed and feel like a true author. Your contribution has made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are deeply grateful for your investment in our students' learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1792595554705,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-superstars/10511340/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Superstars","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Michelle Frias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7503315_orig.jpg?crop=887,887,x256,y904&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599197274527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-michellefrias"},{"teacherId":2892114,"projectId":10516397,"letterContent":"We cannot thank you enough for your generous support of snacks. It has been a hungry start to the school year and we have put a huge dent in the food that was sent to us. Fig bars, peanut butter crackers, and goldfish have been in high demand. Most students eat at least one snack a day, sometimes two. It is so nice to know there is something to help them to stay focused during the day. We have also enjoyed playing our new games. Thank you for giving us opportunities to learn new ways to practice reading and math.","fullyFundedDate":1787169083940,"projectUrl":"project/snack-blues-games-learning-fun/10516397/","projectTitle":"Snack Blues + Games = Learning Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mohler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2892114_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714945640416","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-mohler"},{"teacherId":2892114,"projectId":10393704,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us get some basic supplies for our classroom. We love our carpet sweeper and our new rug. Instead of getting extra sweepers, the rug was a replacement item, and we couldn't be more thrilled. The dusters come in so handy, as we are dealing with construction debris constantly floating through the air. Our golden shoelaces are almost ready to be handed out. We have been practicing hard to ensure we can tie our shoes on our own. We look forward to earning our special reward. Thank you for supporting us!","fullyFundedDate":1787160102249,"projectUrl":"project/dash-of-the-basics/10393704/","projectTitle":"Dash of the Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mohler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2892114_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714945640416","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-mohler"},{"teacherId":2892114,"projectId":10393421,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing us with amazing and fun resources. We are working hard to become more proficient writers this year, and having tools to look forward to is making this work more achievable. Students are excited by the prospect of getting their fancy writing pen and special beads for working so hard. They can't wait to see which ones they will earn. They think gold stars are amazing, so earning one of the pins is a surefire hit. Growing and learning takes time, but persistence will pay off, and these small trinkets will help them continue to try.","fullyFundedDate":1787159096292,"projectUrl":"project/author-author/10393421/","projectTitle":"Author! Author!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mohler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2892114_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714945640416","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-mohler"},{"teacherId":2892114,"projectId":10393203,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me to bring the gift of digital books to my students again this year. Digital books open a world of creativity for many of my students. The adaptive tools like speech-to-text allow even the most reluctant writers to try to share their ideas. All students have the chance to feel like real authors when they complete their projects. Best of all, we can share their hard work digitally so loved ones near and far can see their hard work. The kids are so excited for everyone to see the amazing work they complete. Thank you for helping us to stretch as writers.","fullyFundedDate":1787166763621,"projectUrl":"project/digital-authors/10393203/","projectTitle":"Digital Authors","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mohler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2892114_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714945640416","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-mohler"},{"teacherId":2892114,"projectId":10393781,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project and materials for our new space. The new keyboard has been incredibly helpful in connecting to our new interactive panel and some of our older Chromebooks as we work to display with this top-of-the-line technology. It has been a steep learning curve, so having quick-to-connect materials has allowed students to have the fastest access to their learning. The new learning-to-tell-time clock has been an absolute lifesaver since our school clocks have not come online yet, and we are using this clock to tell time and keep track of the day. The lava lamp has provided a cozy addition to a workspace and is an absolute favorite of everyone. They love to watch the mesmerizing liquid while they find their calm or work in pairs.","fullyFundedDate":1787160102702,"projectUrl":"project/our-new-space/10393781/","projectTitle":"Our New Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mohler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2892114_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714945640416","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-mohler"},{"teacherId":2892114,"projectId":10251570,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for ensuring we ended rhe year on a high note! We desperately needed expo pens and our supplies arrived just in time! Also, a couple of pencil boxes broke into multiple pieces with 3 weeks left of school. Not to worry! The students were so grateful to have an emergency replacement.\r\nEveryone was excited to help pack the pencil boxes for next year's class and to reminisce about the start of the year. We had a lot of bittersweet tears.\r\nWe rounded out our last few days making diamond art presents for each other and practicing repeated coding by following the instruction sheets. It was definitely a time of amazing memories.","fullyFundedDate":1778241514591,"projectUrl":"project/just-the-basics/10251570/","projectTitle":"Just the Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mohler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2892114_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714945640416","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-mohler"},{"teacherId":2892114,"projectId":9977686,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our class with so many ways to help us celebrate and explore Lunar New Year. Our class enjoyed learning about customs and traditions including lion dancing. We were lucky enough to have a special visit from our local Panda Express Ambassadors, too!\r\nAfterwards, we worked on crafts, played bingo and built Lego kits. My students said they loved every minute of the experience. Thank you so much for helping to make all of this possible for us and for enriching our daily learning.","fullyFundedDate":1767975672456,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-supplies-the-year-of-the-hors/9977686/","projectTitle":"New Year Supplies - The Year of the Horse","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mohler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2892114_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714945640416","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-mohler"},{"teacherId":9680916,"projectId":10018734,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity. My students absolutely LOVE their new books! I wish you could have been in our classroom when I unveiled the gifts. First, the students erupted into cheers when I announced the snacks - they were excited just to get goldfish crackers!\r\n\r\nThe real treat came when I told them about the books and let every student come choose one. Their eyes lit up and they smiled sweetly as they made their selections. We dedicated a whole reading period to exploring the books and learning about how to care for our new library addition.\r\n\r\nWe have had the books for awhile now, and they continue to get used every single day. Just this week, a student excitedly pointed to show me that they were on the last page of one of the graphic novels. It is wonderful to see their reading confidence growing.","fullyFundedDate":1769015556232,"projectUrl":"project/fun-books-to-encourage-young-readers/10018734/","projectTitle":"Fun Books to Encourage Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hetzler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9680916_orig.png?crop=300,300,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724043697650","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9680916"},{"teacherId":7503315,"projectId":10002124,"letterContent":"It looks like you are hitting a common hurdle on DonorsChoose—the 500-character minimum (not words!) for the impact letter. Your original draft was at 484 characters, so you are just a few sentences away from being able to publish.\r\n\r\nTo make this letter really resonate with your donors, I've expanded it to be more descriptive about the \"moment\" the snacks arrive and the atmosphere it creates in your room.\r\n\r\nHere is an improved version that meets the length requirement and adds a touch of storytelling:\r\n\r\nExpanded Impact Letter\r\nDear Donors,\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly thankful for the generous donation you made to our classroom project, \"Snacks for Our Scholars.\" I teach at a school where 90% of our students come from low-income households. For many of my students, school is the most reliable place for a meal, but the gap between lunch and the end of the day can be very difficult for a hungry child to navigate.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I know that a student's basic needs must be met before they can focus on a lesson. Because of your support, I now have the opportunity to provide healthy snacks to any student who is struggling to concentrate due to hunger. The reaction when the students first saw the variety of snacks was one of pure joy and relief.\r\n\r\nMy classroom has even become a safe haven for students from other grade levels. They often stop by for a \"brain break,\" knowing they can find a snack and a moment of kindness here. It is heartbreaking to see how many children are in need of something as simple as a granola bar or a bag of crackers, but it is incredibly heartwarming to see the immediate change in their energy and mood once they've eaten.\r\n\r\nI am very thankful to be able to provide this level of care for my students and their peers, and it is only possible because of YOU. Thank you for helping me fuel their bodies so I can fuel their minds!","fullyFundedDate":1771428020607,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-our-scholars/10002124/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Our Scholars!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Michelle Frias","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7503315_orig.jpg?crop=887,887,x256,y904&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599197274527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-michellefrias"},{"teacherId":2892114,"projectId":9888243,"letterContent":"Every day my students know there are quick snacks to refuel and they can get back to learning. This bit of security means so much to them and helps some of them turn hard days into better ones. All kids know they can have a little something to help them make it until lunchtime and those stomach grumbles can quiet down. They can focus more, worry less and learn better! They love having choices like fig bars, crackers, pretzels, granola bars, or cheeze-its. There really is something for everyone in our snack tub. Thank you so much for helping us to continue growing and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1764005406886,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-not-scarcity/9888243/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Not Scarcity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mohler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2892114_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714945640416","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-mohler"},{"teacherId":7503315,"projectId":9749669,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the incredible impact your recent donation has had on my first-grade classroom. When I first posted this project, my goal was to bridge the gap between our students' basic needs and their academic potential. Because of your generosity, we have seen a profound shift in our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nHow this project impacted student learning:\r\nIn first grade, the cognitive demand of learning to read and master foundational math is very high. When students are hungry or lack the proper tools, their \"learning brains\" often shut down in favor of \"survival brains.\" Your donation has directly impacted their ability to stay in a state of focused learning. I have noticed a significant increase in stamina during our literacy blocks; students who previously struggled to stay engaged are now able to participate fully, knowing they have the snacks and resources they need to keep their energy up.\r\n\r\nBecause of the materials provided by you, I have been able to reclaim valuable instructional time. I am no longer spending my teaching moments managing the emotional or physical fallout of a student who is distracted by hunger or broken equipment. This has allowed me to dive deeper into our \"Science of Reading\" curriculum and provide more consistent, high-quality small-group instruction. I can now teach with the confidence that my students are physically ready and equipped to receive the information I am sharing.\r\n\r\nThank you, Ripple, for recognizing that successful teaching begins with a well-supported classroom. 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