{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Joseph McAvinnue Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":33.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2886200,"projectId":10096144,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to our amazing donors for helping make our Kindergarten Family Paint Party such a special event! Because of your generosity in donating paints, decorations, and supplies, our classroom was transformed into a fun and creative space where families could come together to celebrate someone special in their lives. The excitement on the children's faces when they walked into the room was unforgettable, and it truly would not have been possible without your support.\r\n\r\nOur Kindergarten students had an incredible time painting, decorating, and sharing this experience with their families. The children were so proud to create meaningful artwork for someone they love, and it gave them the opportunity to express themselves creatively while making memories with the people who matter most to them. It was wonderful to see families laughing, talking, painting side by side, and enjoying quality time together in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThe donated materials made such a huge impact because we had everything we needed to make the night successful. From colorful paints and brushes to decorations that made the room feel warm and welcoming, every item helped create a joyful experience for our students and their families. Having enough supplies for every child allowed all students to fully participate and feel included. Many students kept saying it was \"the best night ever,\" and they were so excited to bring their paintings home to share.\r\n\r\nEvents like this help build strong connections between school and home, which is so important in Kindergarten. The children felt proud to show their families what they can do in the classroom, and families loved having the chance to be part of their child's learning experience. These moments help students feel confident, supported, and excited about school. It was more than just a paint party — it was a chance to create happy memories, encourage creativity, and strengthen our classroom community.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and generosity truly made a difference for our students. Thank you for helping us create such a meaningful and memorable experience for our Kindergarten class. We are incredibly grateful for your support, and we hope to continue creating fun family events like this again in the future. Thank you for bringing so much joy, creativity, and excitement into our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1772227168374,"projectUrl":"project/paint-and-play-family-paint-party/10096144/","projectTitle":"Paint and Play Family Paint Party!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martineau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2886200_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1483030115658","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcavinnue208"},{"teacherId":2886200,"projectId":10183660,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations of the ant farm, Ladybug Land, and plastic insects and animals for our kindergarten classroom! These hands-on materials have made our entomology unit so exciting and engaging for our students. The children are having so much fun observing, exploring, and learning about insects in a meaningful way. They are especially excited to watch our ladybugs grow and change each day! Your kindness has helped create memorable learning experiences that our students will never forget. We truly appreciate your support and generosity!\r\n\r\nTHANK YOU! \r\nThe Kindergarten Class","fullyFundedDate":1778085163569,"projectUrl":"project/creepy-crawling-kindergarten-fun/10183660/","projectTitle":"Creepy Crawling Kindergarten Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martineau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2886200_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1483030115658","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcavinnue208"},{"teacherId":6731840,"projectId":4541054,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project focused on flexible classroom seating. Because of your kindness, our students now have access to wobble chairs and portable desks—tools that are already making a meaningful difference in their daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nMany of our students struggle to remain seated and fully engaged in traditional desks. For some, this is due to hyperactivity, anxiety, or difficulty accessing the curriculum. Your donation helps remove those barriers by providing seating that allows for safe movement, greater comfort, and improved focus. Instead of feeling restricted or distracted, students can now channel their energy in a way that supports their learning.\r\n\r\nFlexible seating is more than just a change in furniture—it's an opportunity for students to feel empowered, included, and ready to learn. We are already seeing students become more attentive, engaged, and confident in the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly helped us create a more responsive and inclusive learning environment. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and belief in our students.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1582573153560,"projectUrl":"project/if-i-could-only-sit-si-pudiera-sentarm/4541054/","projectTitle":"If I Could Only Sit! ¡Si Pudiera Sentarme!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. de la Luz , Ms. Teague-Power and Ms. Dennehy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6731840_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x140,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760024972828","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6731840"},{"teacherId":3782424,"projectId":10054574,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your support! Our classroom is now a much more focused and \"mindful\" place to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes first arrived, the kids were thrilled. When I pulled out the sensory stickers they couldn't wait to choose their favorite textures for their desks. \r\n\r\nWe recently used the privacy carrels during our weekly essay writing time. The room, which is usually filled with chatter, fell into a productive hush as students \"popped up\" their personal offices. It was a moment of concentration that allowed even my most easily distracted students to fill entire pages with their ideas.\r\n\r\nThey even treated the Clorox wipes like gold, eager to take turns being the \"Den Keeper\" for the day. \r\n\r\nSeeing them so excited for tools that help them feel safe and regulated was truly special. Your gift has provided the structure and care my students need to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1772227168131,"projectUrl":"project/dont-distract-me/10054574/","projectTitle":"Don't Distract Me!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ryder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3782424_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1570653061855","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3782424"},{"teacherId":7130928,"projectId":9026178,"letterContent":"Because of you, our classroom now has a special creative station where our students can draw, design, and bring their ideas to life! When they first saw the new space and comfy chairs, they were so excited. They couldn't wait to sit down and start creating.\r\n\r\nWe use the station every day to draw detailed pictures and tell stories through their illustrations. Students are learning that pictures are the first step in writing, they plan their ideas through their drawings before adding words. The calm, organized space helps them focus and take pride in their work. My multilingual learners and students who need extra support especially benefit from having a structured, welcoming place to create.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our little artists build confidence and express themselves through their pictures. Your generosity is inspiring creativity every day!","fullyFundedDate":1741563068013,"projectUrl":"project/creative-minds/9026178/","projectTitle":"Creative Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thalia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7130928_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695154963401","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-thalia"},{"teacherId":5037434,"projectId":10000367,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations of board games to our classroom. Your kindness and support mean so much to us!\r\n\r\nThese games will provide our students with opportunities to build teamwork, problem-solving skills, communication, and positive social interactions — all while having fun. They will be enjoyed during indoor recess, reward time, and learning centers throughout the year.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and your support of our classroom community. \r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a difference for our students every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768258905771,"projectUrl":"project/games-before-screens/10000367/","projectTitle":"Games Before Screens","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. M-C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5037434_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1513187216758","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5037434"},{"teacherId":2886200,"projectId":9955143,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations that made our Kindergarten Glow Up Party such a magical celebration!\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness and support, our classroom was filled with glowing lights, bright smiles, music, laughter, and so much joy. The students felt so special celebrating together, and it was truly a memorable experience for all of us.\r\n\r\nYour contributions helped create a fun, safe, and exciting event that our kindergarteners will be talking about for a long time. Moments like these strengthen our classroom community and remind us how lucky we are to have such supportive families and friends.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generosity and for always showing up for our little learners.\r\n\r\nWith appreciation and glowing hearts,","fullyFundedDate":1765837538297,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-glow-up/9955143/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Glow Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martineau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2886200_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1483030115658","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcavinnue208"},{"teacherId":2886200,"projectId":9760518,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the incredible generosity you shared with our kindergarten class this holiday season. The Halloween treats, gingerbread items, Christmas supplies, and Valentine's Day crafts brought so much joy, creativity, and excitement into our classroom. \r\n\r\nThe gingerbread activities sparked storytelling, teamwork, and problem-solving, while our Christmas crafts helped create a festive, magical environment that made school feel extra special. \r\n\r\nThe Valentine's crafts will allow our students to express kindness and celebrate friendship in meaningful ways. Every donation—big or small—matters! \r\n\r\nYour kindness helped transform ordinary days into memorable moments and allowed our classroom to be a place where learning feels fun, welcoming, and full of heart. M\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your thoughtfulness, generosity, and partnership. Thank you for helping make our kindergarten classroom such a joyful and inspiring place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1762777094918,"projectUrl":"project/holly-jolly-kindergarten/9760518/","projectTitle":"Holly Jolly Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martineau","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2886200_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1483030115658","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mcavinnue208"},{"teacherId":3972473,"projectId":9783013,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations! I was able to provide all 4 of our kindergarten classrooms with much needed materials to launch our work in science.\r\nThe students loved the story and loved the interactive doll even more! Having access to these materials makes the learning come to life and encourages students to get creative, think big and try new things! Because of you, our students get to explore, experiment, and learn in such meaningful ways. We truly appreciate your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1762267654325,"projectUrl":"project/think-like-a-scientist/9783013/","projectTitle":"Think Like a Scientist","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lewis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3972473_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1475543627470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrslewis206"},{"teacherId":5037434,"projectId":9839536,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation for my students.\r\nMy students have been designing and creating their own toys, models, and inventions. This freedom helps them think creatively, experiment with ideas, and see their imagination become something real.\r\n\r\nUsing a 3D printer introduces children to science, technology, engineering, and math. \r\n\r\nThey're learning basic design principles, measurement, geometry, and how machines work—all through hands-on experience. So your donation of filament has been so useful.\r\nThank you again from myself and my students!","fullyFundedDate":1760994406830,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-3d-printing-projects-we-ne/9839536/","projectTitle":"Support Our 3D Printing Projects – We Need Filament!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. M-C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5037434_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1513187216758","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5037434"},{"teacherId":8351606,"projectId":9255528,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my students.\r\nBecause of your kindness, each of them received their own copy of Oh, the Places You'll Go! a beautiful story that celebrates possibility, growth, and the incredible journeys life has to offer.\r\n\r\nLast year was my final year in a grade-level classroom as I transition into a new role, and that class will always hold a very special place in my heart. Your donation allowed me to give them a meaningful gift as we closed our year together, and I am deeply grateful for that.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping make something truly memorable for my students and for me. Your generosity made a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1744634755451,"projectUrl":"project/oh-the-places-youll-go-dont-forget-to/9255528/","projectTitle":"Oh the Places You'll Go! Don't Forget to Dream Big","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8351606_orig.jpg?crop=902,902,x0,y198&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695479138378","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8351606"},{"teacherId":3782424,"projectId":9916362,"letterContent":"When the boxes arrived with our new materials, my students were so excited to see what was inside! Surprisingly, their excitement was centered on the eraser caps! (I had thought it would be the clipboards.) It was the neon colors that won the kiddos over : )\r\n\r\nSince receiving these materials, my students have experienced a noticeable boost in engagement and independence during daily lessons. The clipboards have allowed us to move beyond our desks and take learning anywhere in the classroom. Whether students are working in small groups on the carpet, participating in gallery walks, or completing hands-on activities around the room, the clipboards have made it easy for them to stay organized and focused.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase markers and erasers have transformed the way students participate. Whiteboard practice has become one of their favorite parts of our lessons, and students are more willing to take academic risks since they can easily revise their work. These tools have made it possible to check understanding instantly, encourage collaboration, and support more interactive learning in every subject.\r\n\r\nEven the pencil erasers have made a bigger impact than expected. Students no longer feel frustrated when they need to correct mistakes, and their work has become neater and more confident. Altogether, these supplies have helped build a more flexible, efficient, and student-centered classroom. 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