{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Joseph O Goodwin Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9458950,"projectId":9396047,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of puppets to our music classroom! These puppets have quickly become a beloved part of our lessons for students in kindergarten through second grade, and their impact has been truly meaningful in ways both musical and emotional.\r\n\r\nThe puppets have opened up a world of creativity and expression for my young students. We use them in a variety of engaging ways — from singing songs and demonstrating pitch direction to exploring musical dynamics like loud and soft. The visual and tactile experience of using puppets helps students better understand and embody these abstract musical concepts in a way that is both fun and engaging.\r\n\r\nWhat has been especially powerful is seeing how the puppets help encourage participation from students who might otherwise be shy or hesitant to use their voices. With a puppet in hand, many of these children feel more comfortable joining in — they sing through the puppet, gaining confidence and joy in the process. It's been a beautiful tool for building self-expression and inclusion in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students this wonderful opportunity to learn through play, imagination, and movement.","fullyFundedDate":1757423924884,"projectUrl":"project/puppets-in-harmony-where-music-meets-ar/9396047/","projectTitle":"Puppets in Harmony: Where Music Meets Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Feder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9458950"},{"teacherId":9458950,"projectId":9396370,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our entire school community, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support. Your donation has made a powerful and lasting impact in my music classroom, and I'm thrilled to share some of the joy and growth you've helped bring to life.\r\n\r\nOne of the most visible effects of your support has been the addition of music-themed stickers. While they may seem small, these colorful, fun rewards have become a huge source of motivation for my students. Whether it's for participation, effort, or teamwork, the moment students earn a sticker is filled with pride and excitement. It has transformed our classroom culture, encouraging students to stay engaged and do their very best during every lesson.\r\n\r\nYour generosity also made it possible for my third, fourth, and fifth grade students to dive into the world of \"World Drumming\"rhythms through the use of the two books I was able to purchase. Watching them connect through rhythm, explore complex patterns, and celebrate each other's creativity has been truly inspiring. These drumming sessions have become a highlight of our class.\r\n\r\nFor our youngest learners in kindergarten through second grade, the addition of a parachute has brought nothing short of pure joy. The parachute has transformed our music and movement time into an energetic, laughter-filled time together. Whether we're keeping a steady beat, exploring dynamics, or working together on musical games, the parachute has helped foster teamwork, coordination, and a deep love for learning through play.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has done more than just provide materials — it has created moments of magic, inspiration, and connection for my students. Thank you for believing in the power of music education and for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1750857748083,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-melody-and-creativity-with-ota/9396370/","projectTitle":"Exploring Melody and Creativity With Otamatones!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Feder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9458950"},{"teacherId":4056288,"projectId":9428329,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to my project. Because of your generosity, my students now have cozy floor cushions, low tables, and comfy floor seats to help them learn in the ways that fit them best. Some love working with friends at the low tables, while others enjoy curling up on the floor cushions for quiet reading or writing time. These new options help my young learners stay focused, comfortable, and happy throughout the day. Your kindness has made our classroom feel even more welcoming and full of joy. Thank you for believing in my students and helping them start their learning journey in a space made just for them!","fullyFundedDate":1752691206151,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-focused-engaged-le/9428329/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Focused, Engaged Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4056288_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1478650742931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4056288"},{"teacherId":9458950,"projectId":9151497,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project! My students are already enjoying all of the materials I was able to attain. They've been able to be creative with puppets that I received, a puppet stand and many other materials. I have used the puppets so far with kindergarten and first grade to express different volumes in music as well as voice tone. Students will continue to be creative and explore rhythm materials, and their music. \r\n\r\nI've also incorporated world, drumming, music book, as well as a book called peanut butter jam. This focuses around rhythm and ensemble playing. Now that we've begun using these instruments, the smile on my students faces our smiles of pure joy. I was also able to fund the purchase of different world drumming instruments to allow my students more opportunities to play in class.","fullyFundedDate":1749113998717,"projectUrl":"project/rhythms-across-borders-bringing-world-d/9151497/","projectTitle":"Rhythms Across Borders: Bringing World Drumming Local for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Feder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9458950"},{"teacherId":7637375,"projectId":9393586,"letterContent":"We haven't started printing yet, but my students and I are eager to dive in. Our next step is to learn how to set up the screen-printing station and begin experimenting with designs. The goal is for students to take ownership of the process—from creating artwork to pulling prints—so they can be directly responsible for producing the shirts for our school events.\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes arrived, the students were immediately curious. They wanted to know how everything worked and were excited by the idea of making something that the whole school could wear. Several have already started brainstorming designs, and they're looking forward to learning the actual printing process.\r\n\r\nThe plan is to train small groups on how to safely and effectively use the screen-printing equipment. Once they're confident, we'll move into production for our Adaptive Field Day shirts. Beyond that, we intend to keep using the equipment for future school projects, giving students repeated opportunities to practice creativity, teamwork, and responsibility.","fullyFundedDate":1749028871616,"projectUrl":"project/t-shirts-that-unite-screen-printing-for/9393586/","projectTitle":"T-Shirts That Unite: Screen Printing for Adaptive Field Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jalbert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7637375_orig.png?crop=282,282,x11,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631838873388","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7637375"},{"teacherId":4056288,"projectId":9391314,"letterContent":"I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous contributions to my project for basic supplies. With your support ,my class was able to start the school year with markers, crayons, and composition books, which we use in our daily activities in reading and writing.\r\n\r\nThese materials will not only foster creativity but also help my students express themselves more freely. Your kindness makes a significant difference in our classroom, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1750773631897,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-creativity/9391314/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4056288_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1478650742931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4056288"},{"teacherId":9073390,"projectId":9387213,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing our classroom with a beautiful new world map carpet. This resource has already become an important part of our daily learning. We use the map to spark discussions about locations and the distances of countries we encounter in our stories, which helps students make meaningful connections to the wider world.\r\n\r\nWhen the carpet was first unveiled, the students' excitement was contagious. They eagerly searched for familiar places and new destinations they were curious about. Since then, both students and staff have shared many compliments about how vibrant and inviting the carpet makes our room feel. The carpet has also provided a comfortable and engaging gathering space for morning meetings and whole-group lessons. It has quickly become a favorite spot where students feel both inspired and at ease.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and for helping us create a welcoming, resource-rich environment that fosters curiosity and connection.","fullyFundedDate":1752293813555,"projectUrl":"project/a-world-of-learning-at-our-feet/9387213/","projectTitle":"A World of Learning at Our Feet","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Constantine","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9073390_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748620717559","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9073390"},{"teacherId":9458950,"projectId":9395588,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding the soundbar for our elementary music classroom! Since its arrival, the soundbar has transformed the way my students experience music. Whether we're listening to orchestral recordings, learning songs from different cultures, or watching music-related educational videos, the clarity and depth of the sound now fully capture their attention and imagination. It's made a huge difference in how engaged and excited they are during lessons.\r\n\r\nHaving high-quality sound in our room helps my students connect more deeply with the music and better understand elements like dynamics, instrumentation, and tone color. For many of them, this is their first formal exposure to music, and your gift has elevated that experience in a way that words can't fully capture. Thank you for investing in their learning, creativity, and joy — your support has truly made our classroom sound (and feel) better than ever!","fullyFundedDate":1752586343682,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-classroom-learning-with-clear/9395588/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Classroom Learning with Clear Audio","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Feder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9458950"},{"teacherId":9458950,"projectId":9396531,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding the soundbar for our elementary music classroom! Since its arrival, the soundbar has transformed the way my students experience music. Whether we're listening to orchestral recordings, learning songs from different cultures, or watching music-related educational videos, the clarity and depth of the sound now fully capture their attention and imagination. It's made a huge difference in how engaged and excited they are during lessons.\r\n\r\nHaving high-quality sound in our room helps my students connect more deeply with the music and better understand elements like dynamics, instrumentation, and tone color. For many of them, this is their first formal exposure to music, and your gift has elevated that experience in a way that words can't fully capture. Thank you for investing in their learning, creativity, and joy — your support has truly made our classroom sound (and feel) better than ever!","fullyFundedDate":1752586343887,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-classroom-learning-with-clear/9396531/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Classroom Learning with Clear Audio","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Feder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9458950"},{"teacherId":9747085,"projectId":9009859,"letterContent":"On behalf of all students and staff who benefitted from your generous donations, we would like to extend our greatest thanks and appreciation to you. \r\n\r\nStudents in our school often do not get new toys or participate in fun activities due to lack of resources. This is especially true for our self-contained students who are often out of sight and out of mind when it comes to resource allocation. After being a substitute in one of these classrooms for several months, I saw that discrepancy first hand and knew I needed to help make a change for them, even if I would not be with them the entire school year. With your help, we were able to provide them accessible and sensory-friendly materials that were theirs. We put together a sensory friendly-field day with some of the materials and created a more accessible classroom. The joy on all students' faces to see that they were getting new and exciting things was so deserved. We cannot thank you enough for helping us make this happen!","fullyFundedDate":1742915685318,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-for-special-education-climbing/9009859/","projectTitle":"Sensory for Special Education: Climbing, Jumping, Building, Swinging, and More!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rondinone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9747085_orig.jpg?crop=575,575,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734456665273","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9747085"},{"teacherId":4056288,"projectId":9226084,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to each of you for your generous support of my project. My students have loved having access to a wide variety of engaging, high interest books that are helping them grow as readers every day. Your donation has helped to fill my clasroom library with books that will spark curiosity, build comprehension, and foster a love of reading for years to come! Thank you for believing in the power of reading and for making a lasting impact on my students' education. Your kindness and generousity truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1744253860034,"projectUrl":"project/growing-readers/9226084/","projectTitle":"Growing Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4056288_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1478650742931","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4056288"},{"teacherId":9458950,"projectId":9100900,"letterContent":"Since the arrival of the handpan, our classroom has been buzzing with excitement and creativity. We've integrated the instrument into our music lessons, focusing on rhythm, tone exploration, and group improvisation. One memorable moment was when students collaborated to compose an original piece using the handpan's unique sound. They experimented with different beats and melodies, learning how to listen and respond to each other's rhythms, which fostered teamwork and musical expression.\r\n\r\nThe students were absolutely captivated when they first saw the handpan. Many had never seen or heard such an instrument before. Their curiosity turned quickly into enthusiasm as they took turns exploring the soothing, melodic sounds it produces. It sparked immediate questions and a genuine eagerness to learn how to play and integrate it into their own musical styles.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, the students will dive deeper into rhythmic patterns and cultural contexts of the handpan and similar percussion instruments. They will also start preparing for a small performance where they will showcase their compositions, blending the handpan with other instruments and vocals. 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