{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jefferson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8502369,"projectId":9730346,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. I was able to use these items before the school year was over, and my students were so happy to be using the new materials. My students are so excited to come, explore, and learn thanks to these wonderful supplies.\r\n\r\nWhen I introduced the Lego plants to the students, they were so excited to see them. These arrived during our unit with perfect timing, and the students were so happy to see new types of lego flowers to observe. We practiced being scientists with our observation and drawing skills. I was so impressed by the attention to detail the students had when drawing the Lego plants. The students concentrated hard while drawing, and they were very happy that they could choose their drawing subject. These Lego sets have been a perfect addition to our classroom. The students are much more engaged and more excited to try their hand at drawing realistically compared to when I used pictures. I am so grateful to all of you for helping our students with their observation and art skills!\r\n\r\nI am always looking for unique and engaging ways to promote learning in my classroom. Our next goal for our classroom is to obtain more Yoto reading cards for our audio library as well as more Legos for STEAM inspiration. I am so impressed by the students and families in my classroom, and I strive to bring them the best education I can. This could not be possible without you, so I once again thank you for your kind heart and amazing soul.","fullyFundedDate":1759257396088,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-plant-diversity-and-creativity/9730346/","projectTitle":"Exploring Plant Diversity and Creativity Through Lego Plants","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jasmine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8502369_orig.png?crop=813,813,x599,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655576187455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jasminessem"},{"teacherId":8502369,"projectId":9730623,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. We have been using the items from this project every day, and I cannot imagine our classroom without them. This is the first experience of school for many of these children, and parents tell us that they are so excited to come, explore, and learn thanks to these wonderful manipulatives.\r\n\r\nIn the afternoons once a week, we have center explore time. During this time, I set out different STEAM activities for the students to learn through exploration and play. The students have loved the new STEAM activities from this project. We have normal Magne-Tiles, but these glittery and reflective tiles sparked interest and wonder. Students were so curious about how the new tiles are magnetic but also have a mirror! Another favorite of the project were the Magnetic blocks. Students loved making different structures, and some even used the instructional booklet for ideas. I am so happy that I am able to give my students different methods of exercising their brain through STEAM activities, and I am so grateful to all of you for helping make our classroom an engaging space for learning.\r\n\r\nOur next goal for our classroom is to obtain more Yoto reading cards for our audio library. I am so impressed by the students and families in my classroom, and I strive to bring them the best education I can. 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The students were so excited to practice being scientists with our observation skills and draw what they saw as best as they could. I was so impressed by the attention to detail the students had when drawing the Lego plants. The students concentrated hard while drawing, and they were very happy that they could choose their drawing subject. These Lego sets have been a perfect addition to our classroom. The students are much more engaged and more excited to try their hand at drawing realistically compared to when I used pictures. We have also been working on creating models with Legos, and students have asked to bring the models up close so that they can try their best to create something similar. I am so grateful to all of you for helping our students with their observation, art, and engineering skills!\r\n\r\nOur next goal for our classroom is to obtain more Yoto reading cards for our audio library. 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They allow us to introduce skills like perspective-taking, analyzing author's purpose, and connecting themes across different cultures and experiences. Most importantly, they give our students the chance to see themselves reflected in literature—and to learn from voices and experiences that may be new to them. These lessons help foster empathy, critical thinking, and a sense of belonging that go far beyond the page.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is both a shared and personal experience. Students gather for read-alouds where we pause to discuss big questions, and they also dive into independent reading where they can choose books that speak to their own identities and interests. Having access to these new texts has transformed those moments—students are excited to talk about what they're reading, and the discussions are richer because they are connecting stories to their own lives.\r\n\r\nSome students who were previously hesitant readers have especially warmed to these new books. One child who rarely volunteered to share now eagerly raises their hand to connect a character's experience with their own family traditions. Another who struggled to find books that felt relevant is now devouring stories featuring protagonists who look like them. 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Our students are using it to transform their ideas into tangible projects—designing, testing, and refining in ways that bring engineering and creativity to life. Whether it's cutting intricate shapes for science prototypes, engraving designs for art projects, or building models to support math concepts, the laser cutter allows them to see their learning take shape in the real world.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for our students has been watching their digital drawings or designs come alive as physical objects within minutes. There is a sense of awe every time they see the laser move and realize that something they imagined is now something they can hold. Some students who are quieter in class have especially thrived with this new tool. They have taken ownership as \"experts\" in designing and preparing files for the cutter, proudly teaching classmates how to use the software and equipment safely. It has been wonderful to see them light up with confidence and leadership, showing that this technology isn't just about tools and materials—it's about opening new doors for every kind of learner.","fullyFundedDate":1741369471881,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-innovators-with-a-laser/8930676/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Innovators with a Laser Engraving & Cutting Machine","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Leavitt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3613212_orig.png?crop=306,306,x42,y75&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596494437952","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3613212"},{"teacherId":8502369,"projectId":9730584,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. I have already started using these items as much as possible in the classroom, and the students love them. My students are so excited to come, explore, and learn thanks to these wonderful supplies.\r\n\r\nWhen I introduced these items for our Daily 3 math centers, the students were absolutely thrilled. They love Numberblocks, so the Numberblocks puzzle was immediately popular. Many students also wanted to give the rockets a try, and were excited to match all of the different parts. Students also enjoyed flipping the berries for the Less Than, Greater Than board, and it was easy to teach the concept of the less than, greater than sign because they could imagine the bear eating the berries. I am so grateful to all of you for helping our students with their mathematic learning skills!\r\n\r\nI am always looking for new and engaging ways to teach students in my classroom. I am so impressed by the students and families in my classroom, and I strive to bring them the best education I can. This could not be possible without you, so I once again thank you for your kind heart and amazing soul.","fullyFundedDate":1758475866551,"projectUrl":"project/strengthening-our-number-sense-skills/9730584/","projectTitle":"Strengthening Our Number Sense Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jasmine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8502369_orig.png?crop=813,813,x599,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655576187455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jasminessem"},{"teacherId":8502369,"projectId":9568257,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. I have already started using these items as much as possible in the classroom, and the students love them. My students are so excited to come, explore, and learn thanks to these wonderful supplies.\r\n\r\nEvery afternoon, we have Daily 5, and these materials have alreadybeen a hit! To help teach the students how to play the game, we are using it mainly during teacher center. In the future, we will let them choose to play it with each other. Currently, we are using the middle sound box, as it matches our learning level. We will use the more advanced boxes as the year goes on. I am so grateful to all of you for helping our students with their literacy skills!\r\n\r\nI am always looking for new and engaging ways to teach my students in the classroom. I am so impressed by the students and families in my classroom, and I strive to bring them the best education I can. 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This way, students have access to the sequins outside of the Calm Corner and we can keep one specifically for when we have big feelings. The lap pad has done an amazing job helping some of our friends stay seated on the carpet. Our friends will even ask to sit with it to help control their wiggles. Lastly, my students who benefit from seeing the time have been able to stay more focused on their work with the timer, and it puts them at ease knowing how much time is left for their assignments. I am so grateful to all of you for helping our students with their self-regulation skills!\r\n\r\n\r\nI am always looking for unique and engaging ways to promote learning in my classroom. Our next goals are to expand our Lego library and our STEM materials in the classroom. I am so impressed by the students and families in my classroom, and I strive to bring them the best education I can. This could not be possible without you, so I once again thank you for your kind heart and amazing soul.","fullyFundedDate":1758202978824,"projectUrl":"project/self-regulation-for-better-concentration/9524200/","projectTitle":"Self-Regulation for Better Concentration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jasmine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8502369_orig.png?crop=813,813,x599,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655576187455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jasminessem"},{"teacherId":8502369,"projectId":9616306,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. My students are so excited to come, explore, and learn thanks to these wonderful supplies.\r\n\r\nWhen I introduced the Lego plants to the students, they were so excited to see them. Since I received these a little bit before our unit started, the students had the pleasure of appreciating the Lego sets on display in the classroom before we used them during the lesson. When it was finally time to use them to practice being scientists with our observation skills, I was so impressed by the attention to detail the students had when drawing the Lego plants. The students concentrated hard while drawing, and they were very happy that they could choose their drawing subject. We have also been learning about different types of homes and communities, and my students loved looking at the Japanese tea house up close. These Lego sets have been a perfect addition to our classroom. The students are much more engaged and more excited to try their hand at drawing realistically compared to when I used pictures. I am so grateful to all of you for helping our students with their observation and art skills!\r\n\r\nI am always looking for unique and engaging ways to promote learning in my classroom. Our next goals are to expand our Lego library and our STEM materials in the classroom. I am so impressed by the students and families in my classroom, and I strive to bring them the best education I can. This could not be possible without you, so I once again thank you for your kind heart and amazing soul.","fullyFundedDate":1757423340094,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-garden-life-diversity-and-glob/9616306/","projectTitle":"Exploring Garden Life Diversity and Global Communities Through LEGO","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jasmine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8502369_orig.png?crop=813,813,x599,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655576187455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jasminessem"},{"teacherId":8502369,"projectId":9467131,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. I was able to use these items before the school year was over, and my students were so happy to be using the new materials. My students are so excited to come, explore, and learn thanks to these wonderful supplies.\r\n\r\nWhen I introduced the Lego plants to the students, they were so excited to see them. Since I received these a little bit before our unit started, the students had the pleasure of appreciating the Lego sets on display in the classroom before we used them during the lesson. When it was finally time to use them to practice being scientists with our observation skills, I was so impressed by the attention to detail the students had when drawing the Lego plants. The students concentrated hard while drawing, and they were very happy that they could choose their drawing subject. One student liked this Botanical Flower Arrangement model so much, that she chose it two days in a row because she didn't get to draw all the flowers (you can see her in the attached photos). These Lego sets have been a perfect addition to our classroom. The students are much more engaged and more excited to try their hand at drawing realistically compared to when I used pictures. I am so grateful to all of you for helping our students with their observation and art skills!\r\n\r\nI am always looking for unique and engaging ways to promote learning in my classroom. I am so impressed by the students and families in my classroom, and I strive to bring them the best education I can. This could not be possible without you, so I once again thank you for your kind heart and amazing soul.","fullyFundedDate":1755285319703,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-plant-diversity-and-creativity/9467131/","projectTitle":"Exploring Plant Diversity and Creativity Through Lego Plants 3","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jasmine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8502369_orig.png?crop=813,813,x599,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655576187455","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jasminessem"},{"teacherId":8502369,"projectId":9399440,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. I was able to use these items before the school year was over, and my students were so happy to be using the new materials. My students are so excited to come, explore, and learn thanks to these wonderful supplies.\r\n\r\nWhen I introduced the Lego plants to the students, they were so excited to see them. Since I received these a little bit before our unit started, the students had the pleasure of appreciating the Lego sets on display in the classroom before we used them during the lesson. When it was finally time to use them to practice being scientists with our observation skills, I was so impressed by the attention to detail the students had when drawing the Lego plants. The students concentrated hard while drawing, and they were very happy that they could choose their drawing subject. These Lego sets have been a perfect addition to our classroom. The students are much more engaged and more excited to try their hand at drawing realistically compared to when I used pictures. I am so grateful to all of you for helping our students with their observation and art skills!\r\n\r\nI am always looking for unique and engaging ways to promote learning in my classroom. I am so impressed by the students and families in my classroom, and I strive to bring them the best education I can. 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