{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jacox Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":47.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10375885,"projectId":10044460,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose! Your generous donations have made a meaningful difference in our first-grade classroom and have provided my students with materials that help make learning more engaging, comfortable, and accessible.\r\n\r\nThe seating pads have given my students a comfortable and defined space to sit during whole-group instruction, small-group reading, and other classroom activities. They have been especially helpful in teaching students how to manage their personal learning spaces and stay focused during instruction.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase markers, erasers, and dry erase clipboards have given my students opportunities to actively participate in learning. Instead of simply listening, students can write, solve problems, practice words, show their thinking, and receive immediate feedback. These materials are especially useful during our reading and math instruction and allow every student to participate.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have also been a wonderful addition to our classroom. They help students focus during independent work and allow them to work at their own pace without being distracted by surrounding activities.\r\n\r\nThe chair supply sacks provide students with an organized place to keep their classroom supplies. Having their materials easily accessible encourages students to take responsibility for their belongings and become more independent learners.\r\n\r\nThe markers and crayons have given my students additional opportunities to express their creativity through artwork, writing, and classroom projects. These supplies allow students to demonstrate their understanding in different ways while developing their fine-motor skills and creativity.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these donations have helped create a classroom environment where my students have the tools they need to learn, participate, and grow. Your generosity has supported not only their academic learning but also their confidence, independence, responsibility, and creativity.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and believing in their potential. Your kindness has made a real impact in our classroom, and we are truly grateful for your support!\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1774077771993,"projectUrl":"project/seats-and-organizing-to-get-us-right/10044460/","projectTitle":"Seats and Organizing to Get Us Right!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Precious","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10375885"},{"teacherId":4906973,"projectId":8925937,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and for touching the lives and hearts of my students in such a meaningful way. I cannot express enough how grateful we all are for your thoughtfulness and kindness.Your donation has done so much more than simply provide materials for our classroom—it has sent a powerful message to my students that people genuinely care about them, that their education matters, and that there are compassionate individuals in the world willing to invest in their futures. In a time when students often feel disconnected or undervalued, your act of generosity has reminded them that they are seen, they are valued, and they are worth supporting. That is truly priceless.I have watched my students' faces light up when they received these items. There was genuine joy and excitement in the room, but more importantly, there was a deeper sense of belonging and encouragement. \r\n\r\n Some of my students come from challenging circumstances, and knowing that someone out there believes in them enough to donate to their classroom has made a real difference in how they see themselves and their potential. That kind of impact cannot be measured in dollars—it is measured in confidence, hope, and renewed motivation.What makes your contribution even more special is the timing. We are living in an era where education is often underfunded, teachers dig into their own pockets to support their classrooms, and students sometimes go without basic resources they need to succeed. Your donation has filled a gap that might otherwise have gone unmet. It has allowed us to focus more on teaching and learning rather than worrying about where the next set of supplies will come from. For that, I am endlessly thankful.I also want to acknowledge the humor and warmth that your generosity brings to our classroom community. Donations like yours remind us not to take ourselves too seriously, to celebrate the good things happening around us, and to recognize that there are genuinely kind people out there who want to make a difference. My students talk about your donation, they appreciate the items you sent, and they understand that they are part of a larger community that supports and uplifts one another. That sense of connection and community is something we all need, especially in a classroom setting.As I reflect on your contribution, I want to extend an earnest and heartfelt invitation: please consider continuing to support our classroom. Your donations have already made such a profound difference, and there is so much more we could accomplish together. Whether it is books to expand our classroom library, art supplies for creative projects, technology resources to enhance learning, or any other materials that would benefit our students, your continued support would be transformative.\r\n\r\n Every donation, no matter the size, sends a message to our students about what is possible when a community comes together. It teaches them about generosity, compassion, and the power of giving. It shows them that education is a collective responsibility and that people who care about their success exist beyond the walls of our school. These lessons are just as important as anything we teach from a textbook.I genuinely hope you will keep our classroom in mind as you think about where to direct your generosity in the future. Your support has already changed lives—I have seen it firsthand in the eyes and hearts of my students. With your continued help, we can keep building on this momentum, keep inspiring our students to dream bigger, and keep creating a classroom environment where every child feels valued, supported, and ready to succeed.\r\n\r\n Thank you again for your remarkable kindness, your sense of humor in giving, and your genuine care for the young people in our classroom. You have made a real difference, and we are eternally grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1741242129680,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-to-hear-it/8925937/","projectTitle":"We Love To Hear It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Doster","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4906973_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y69&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694131446383","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4906973"},{"teacherId":5406650,"projectId":10279813,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to receive their end of the year gifts last year! They worked SO HARD and deserved the praise. It really showed them that if they work hard, they get rewarded. \r\n\r\nI got so many \"thank you\" s from the students. They were very excited to be able to eat the popcorn and enjoy their books. I loved writing messages inside everyone's book and I know that they appreciated the personal touch as well.\r\n\r\nI love being able to reward my students and I extra love and appreciate any opportunity to help foster their love for reading. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to do so!","fullyFundedDate":1779382196149,"projectUrl":"project/we-did-it/10279813/","projectTitle":"We Did It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5406650_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526587888061","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsbs-bumblebees"},{"teacherId":3458345,"projectId":10459163,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of snacks to our classroom! Your kindness means so much to our students and me.\r\n\r\nThe snacks are very helpful because they give our students the energy they need to stay focused, engaged, and ready to learn throughout the school day. Your donation also helps make sure our students have something to enjoy when they are hungry.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and support. Your generosity makes a positive difference in our classroom and helps our students feel cared for and supported.","fullyFundedDate":1786625015135,"projectUrl":"project/nourishing-little-minds-and-bodies/10459163/","projectTitle":"Nourishing Little Minds and Bodies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Threatt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3458345_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330368784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3458345"},{"teacherId":3458345,"projectId":10448502,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of Clorox wipes to our classroom! Your kindness and support mean so much to our students and me.\r\n\r\nThe wipes are extremely useful in helping us keep our classroom clean, healthy, and safe. We use them to clean tables, desks, learning materials, and other frequently touched surfaces throughout the day. Having these supplies helps us maintain a welcoming environment where our students can learn and feel comfortable.\r\n\r\nThank you for thinking of our classroom and for supporting our students. Your generosity truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1786591192311,"projectUrl":"project/a-wipe-a-day-keeps-the-germs-away/10448502/","projectTitle":"A Wipe a Day Keeps the Germs Away","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Threatt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3458345_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330368784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3458345"},{"teacherId":3458345,"projectId":10395444,"letterContent":"The Clorox wipes were extremely helpful to our classroom and made a positive difference in keeping our learning environment clean, safe, and healthy. With young students, spills, messes, and germs can happen throughout the day. Having Clorox wipes available allowed us to quickly clean tables, desks, learning materials, and other frequently touched surfaces. This helped reduce the spread of germs and encouraged students to practice good hygiene habits. The wipes were especially useful after snack time, classroom activities, and hands-on projects when surfaces needed to be cleaned right away. They also helped us maintain a neat and welcoming classroom where students could learn comfortably. Having this donation saved our classroom valuable resources that could be used for other educational needs. We truly appreciate the generosity of everyone who donated the Clorox wipes. Your support helped us create a cleaner, healthier, and more organized classroom for our students each day.","fullyFundedDate":1786591193651,"projectUrl":"project/a-wipe-a-day-keeps-the-germs-away/10395444/","projectTitle":"A Wipe a Day Keeps the Germs Away","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Threatt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3458345_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330368784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3458345"},{"teacherId":3458345,"projectId":10237905,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating nap mats to our classroom! Your generosity will make a meaningful difference for my students. The nap mats provide a comfortable and safe space for children to rest and recharge during the school day.\r\n\r\nHaving a designated place to rest helps my students feel relaxed, refreshed, and ready to learn. Your thoughtful donation supports their comfort and well-being while creating a more welcoming classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping make our classroom a better place for our students. We truly appreciate your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1785840495998,"projectUrl":"project/help-give-my-students-cozy-durable-nap-m/10237905/","projectTitle":"Help Give My Students Cozy Durable Nap Mats","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Threatt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3458345_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330368784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3458345"},{"teacherId":9856331,"projectId":10242431,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited to see their new nap mats arrive! In our Pre-K classroom, nap time is an important part of the day because our little learners need time to rest, recharge, and prepare for the afternoon. The new mats have given each child a comfortable and consistent place to relax. We use them every day as part of our classroom routine, and the students know that when it is time to rest, they have their own special space.\r\n\r\nThese nap mats have made a meaningful difference in our students' school day. Instead of worrying about where they will rest, our students can settle down comfortably and enjoy a peaceful break. We have seen them become more independent as they learn to gather their belongings, find their mat, and prepare themselves for rest. It may seem like a simple resource, but for our young learners, having a comfortable place to rest helps them return to the classroom refreshed and ready to participate in learning, play, and social activities.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our students a resource that supports both their well-being and their learning. Our next step is to continue building strong classroom routines that help our children become more independent throughout the day. From morning arrival to nap time and afternoon learning, these mats are now an important part of our daily classroom experience. We are so grateful that you helped make our classroom a more comfortable and caring place for our little learners!","fullyFundedDate":1779043928852,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-rest-for-happy-learners/10242431/","projectTitle":"Healthy Rest for Happy Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carole M","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9856331"},{"teacherId":3385537,"projectId":9478180,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing my students with grid composition books. This is helped them with many activities, especially in math. It was a premade grid that provided students with the guidance to create their own grids for any and all SOLs. Your thoughtful contribution provided them with the essential tool to support their learning, creativity, and academic success. These notebooks were used daily for math and problem solving. We deeply appreciate your commitment to supporting our students! Again, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts!","fullyFundedDate":1757423426472,"projectUrl":"project/grids-for-growth/9478180/","projectTitle":"Grids for Growth!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pforr","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3385537_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657581241763","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3385537"},{"teacherId":3458345,"projectId":10276527,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of new nap mats for our classroom. Your kindness has made such a meaningful difference in our daily routine.\r\n\r\nSince the nap mats arrived, the children have taken naps every single day—snuggling in, settling faster, and resting more comfortably than ever. It has brought a sense of calm and coziness to our room that we all truly appreciate.\r\n\r\nYour support helps create a nurturing environment where our little learners feel safe, warm, and cared for. We are so grateful for your thoughtfulness and for investing in the well‑being of our students!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Threatt","fullyFundedDate":1779057242913,"projectUrl":"project/please-help-me-give-my-students-some-coz/10276527/","projectTitle":"Please Help Me Give My Students Some Cozy Nap Mats","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Threatt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3458345_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1455330368784","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3458345"},{"teacherId":10222574,"projectId":10206084,"letterContent":"the abundant snacks provided students with extra support throughout the school day by helping them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. Having snacks available also created a sense of comfort and care in our classroom environment. The end-of-year presents will surely make the students feel celebrated and proud of their hard work and growth throughout the year. These thoughtful gifts will help create lasting memories and will end the school year on a positive and encouraging note for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1778224331501,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-minds-celebrating-success-sna/10206084/","projectTitle":"Fueling Minds & Celebrating Success: Snacks and End-of-Year Treats","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ringler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10222574_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765072471278","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ringler"},{"teacherId":10222574,"projectId":10042556,"letterContent":"The snacks helped keep my first-gradea students focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the day. The toner allowed us to print important classroom materials and activities that supported daily instruction. The scissors gave students the opportunity to strengthen fine motor skills through hands-on learning projects, while the 100th Day of School coloring sheets made learning fun and helped students celebrate an important milestone together as a class. 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