{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kernan Trail Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":50.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8264475,"projectId":9908975,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a cleaner, healthier, and more welcoming place for learning. The cleaning supplies you provided—especially the Swiffer mop, wipes, and vacuum—have already made a huge difference in our daily routine.\r\n\r\nIn a kindergarten classroom, learning is hands-on and full of movement. From centers to snack time, our floors and tables are constantly in use. Thanks to you, I am able to quickly and effectively clean up spills, crumbs, and messes, keeping our space safe and comfortable for all students. This has helped reduce distractions and allowed us to spend more time focused on learning and less time worrying about the environment around us.\r\n\r\nMy students have even taken pride in helping keep our classroom tidy! With these tools, they are learning responsibility and the importance of taking care of the spaces we share. It has truly built a sense of community and ownership in our classroom.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, you have helped create a space where students feel cared for. A clean classroom sends a powerful message to children—that their environment matters and that they matter.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness, generosity, and support. You have made a meaningful and lasting impact on my students and our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1764600665506,"projectUrl":"project/sparkling-spaces-focused-faces/9908975/","projectTitle":"Sparkling Spaces, Focused Faces","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ulloa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8264475_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642355783052","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8264475"},{"teacherId":8264475,"projectId":9846314,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a cleaner, healthier, and more welcoming place for learning. The cleaning supplies you provided—especially the Swiffer mop, wipes, and vacuum—have already made a huge difference in our daily routine.\r\nIn a kindergarten classroom, learning is hands-on and full of movement. From centers to snack time, our floors and tables are constantly in use. Thanks to you, I am able to quickly and effectively clean up spills, crumbs, and messes, keeping our space safe and comfortable for all students. This has helped reduce distractions and allowed us to spend more time focused on learning and less time worrying about the environment around us.\r\nMy students have even taken pride in helping keep our classroom tidy! With these tools, they are learning responsibility and the importance of taking care of the spaces we share. It has truly built a sense of community and ownership in our classroom.\r\nMost importantly, you have helped create a space where students feel cared for. A clean classroom sends a powerful message to children—that their environment matters and that they matter.\r\nThank you for your kindness, generosity, and support. You have made a meaningful and lasting impact on my students and our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1761070516773,"projectUrl":"project/sprout-scouts-growing-young-scientists/9846314/","projectTitle":"Sprout Scouts: Growing Young Scientists!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ulloa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8264475_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642355783052","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8264475"},{"teacherId":8264475,"projectId":9939391,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom was filled with excitement, laughter, and a love for reading during our Gingerbread Unit! The moment we introduced our new gingerbread books, my students were immediately engaged and eager to explore each story.\r\nWith this collection, students were able to compare different versions of the Gingerbread Man, noticing how characters, settings, and endings changed from book to book. They loved predicting what might happen next and were especially excited to discover the surprising twists in each story. These meaningful conversations helped strengthen their comprehension skills and deepened their understanding of story structure.\r\nBeyond academics, these books brought so much joy to our classroom. Students begged to reread their favorite versions, acted out scenes with their classmates, and proudly retold the stories in their own words. Even my most hesitant readers were excited to participate, building confidence and a positive connection to reading.\r\nYour support didn't just provide books—it created memorable learning experiences and helped my students see themselves as readers. The impact of your generosity will continue far beyond this unit, as these books will be treasured in our classroom library for years to come.\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful difference in the lives of my students. We are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1765332429826,"projectUrl":"project/run-run-as-fast-as-you-can-gingerbrea/9939391/","projectTitle":"Run, Run, As Fast As You Can… Gingerbread Book Collection!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ulloa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8264475_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642355783052","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8264475"},{"teacherId":5447465,"projectId":9810120,"letterContent":"The toner donated to our classroom has made a meaningful difference for my students. Because of your support, I am now able to print worksheets, reading passages, and learning materials that help students practice important skills every day.\r\n\r\nMany of my students rely on printed resources to follow along with lessons, practice reading and complete activities independently. Having the ability to print these materials ensures that every student has access to the tools they need to learn and participate fully in class.\r\n\r\nThis project has helped create a more organized and supportive learning environment where students can build confidence in reading, writing, and work on other academic skills. Your help and generosity has truly supported their learning and academic growth, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1765323365058,"projectUrl":"project/toner-for-learning/9810120/","projectTitle":"Toner for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Concepcion Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5447465_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702859519875","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5447465"},{"teacherId":8053106,"projectId":9913691,"letterContent":"²\r\nThank you so much for bringing joy and motivation into our classroom. When my students first saw the treasure box filled with fidgets, mini toys, squishies, and small prizes, their faces absolutely lit up. These rewards have quickly become a powerful way to celebrate effort, encourage positive choices, and remind students that their hard work truly matters.\r\nWe use the items as part of our weekly classroom store. Throughout the week, students earn tickets for completing homework, staying on task, showing kindness, and working hard. On store day, they get to use those tickets to \"shop\" for prizes. It has been incredible to watch how motivated they are—students are completing their homework more consistently, staying focused during lessons, and encouraging each other to earn tickets.\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is filled with excitement, encouragement, and pride. These small treasures are helping my students learn that effort leads to reward and that their choices matter. Thank you for believing in my students and helping create moments that make learning joyful and motivating every day.","fullyFundedDate":1764720450928,"projectUrl":"project/motivation-in-every-little-moment/9913691/","projectTitle":"Motivation in Every Little Moment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rutkowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8053106_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725012356549","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rutrut"},{"teacherId":4032891,"projectId":9836958,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our **\"Snow Much to Read\"** project! Because of your kindness, our kindergarten students have access to a wonderful collection of winter-themed books that have sparked their curiosity, imagination, and love of reading.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has made it possible for students to explore snowy adventures, heartwarming stories, and exciting winter tales that make reading both fun and meaningful. Through these books, our young learners are building literacy skills, expanding their vocabulary, and discovering the joy of stories in a cozy, winter-themed classroom environment.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is more than just a donation—it is an investment in the joy of learning and a lifelong love of reading for our students. Each time a child opens a book from this project, your support is helping them grow, imagine, and dream.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your role in making **\"Snow Much to Read\"** a magical experience for our classroom. Thank you for helping our students develop a love of reading that will last far beyond the winter season.","fullyFundedDate":1770995688463,"projectUrl":"project/snow-much-to-read/9836958/","projectTitle":"Snow Much To Read","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Spain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4032891_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533688509898","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-spain"},{"teacherId":10307487,"projectId":10092523,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been filled with excitement, joy, and meaningful growth. The new sensory toys you provided have made an immediate and powerful impact on my students, especially those who rely on sensory input to stay regulated, engaged, and ready to learn.\r\nThe sensory tools have become an essential part of our daily routines. Students use them during: Morning arrival to help ease transitions and begin the day regulated, independent work stations to maintain focus and reduce anxiety, calming breaks when emotions run high or frustration builds, and small-group lessons to support attention and participation.\r\nMy students lit up the second they saw the new sensory toys. Several immediately began exploring textures, squeezing stress balls, and trying out the new wobble tools. For many of them, these items weren't just toys—they were tools that helped them feel safe, calm, and in control of their bodies.\r\nNow that we have these sensory resources, we're taking the next steps in helping students build self-regulation skills, longer attention spans during academic tasks, confidence during transitions and group activities and more independence in asking for tools they need. Thank you for making a difference in our classroom. Your support didn't just purchase items—it gave my students comfort, confidence, and the chance to learn in an environment that truly meets their needs.","fullyFundedDate":1770785289570,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-time/10092523/","projectTitle":"Sensory Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carmichael","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10307487_orig.jpg?crop=1008,1008,x0,y107&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770813909497","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10307487"},{"teacherId":10342825,"projectId":9877818,"letterContent":"Our class has thoroughly enjoyed exploring new board games and outside materials. We have learned to play kickball, and students ask daily if we're going to play! We're also learning how to play board games and getting better at using real strategies to win! \r\n\r\nOur students were so excited to see all of the amazing things we got. They were overjoyed to hear that strangers contributed to their learning environment and they definitely feel the presence of each donor when they engage with our new materials. \r\n\r\nMy favorite thing to see since we started implementing game playing in our class is seeing all of our students blossom as they engage with others in play. Students who are still learning English are asking questions in \"Guess Who\". Students who usually don't like to run outside are becoming competitive kick ball players. Students who would normally prefer to work alone are collaborating with others. I'm seeing students engage, communicate, and problem solve in ways that wouldn't be possible without your kind donations.","fullyFundedDate":1762737985820,"projectUrl":"project/gaming-in-2nd-grade/9877818/","projectTitle":"Gaming in 2nd Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corrie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10342825"},{"teacherId":3015510,"projectId":9877926,"letterContent":"My students have really enjoyed using the headbandz game to increase their reading skills. Recently as we started learning about characters, we used them to play a fun game where students had to guess their partner's character trait by describing actions or words. \r\n\r\nWhen we unboxed all of the items the students were so excited and amazed that people they didn't even know bought these things for them! They couldn't wait to play the games! \r\n\r\nThey have already been planning what learning game we will be able to incorporate next with all our materials. As we enter into geometry we were discussing how we could use the headbandz game to guess the attributes of different shapes.","fullyFundedDate":1763357964950,"projectUrl":"project/gaining-critical-and-social-skills-throu/9877926/","projectTitle":"Gaining Critical and Social Skills through \"Gaming\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Spence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3015510"},{"teacherId":4032891,"projectId":9960300,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of headphones and books to our classroom through the Young Minds Thrive project. Your support has made a meaningful and lasting impact on our students and their learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have created a more focused and inclusive learning environment, allowing students to fully engage in literacy programs, assessments, and independent learning activities. For many of our young learners, especially those developing language skills, this individualized access has boosted confidence, concentration, and academic growth.\r\n\r\nThe books you provided have also been invaluable. They have sparked curiosity, encouraged a love of reading, and supported our efforts to build strong foundational literacy skills. Seeing students excited to explore new stories and proudly choose books has been a powerful reminder of how access to quality resources shapes young minds.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is a richer, more supportive space where students feel empowered to learn, grow, and succeed. We are incredibly grateful for your investment in our children and for helping make Young Minds Thrive a reality.","fullyFundedDate":1769014977259,"projectUrl":"project/helping-young-minds-thrive/9960300/","projectTitle":"Helping Young Minds Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Spain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4032891_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533688509898","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-spain"},{"teacherId":3723004,"projectId":9631112,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our music classroom has truly been transformed into a place where stories come alive through song. The Disney music books you provided are now woven into our daily instruction as students sing, play piano, guitar, ukulele, mandolin, and explore melodies together. One of the most joyful moments came during our first lesson with the books, when students immediately recognized familiar songs and began singing along without hesitation. For many of my students, especially those from multilingual backgrounds or with special needs, this instant connection built confidence and removed barriers to participation. The books allow us to slow down, study lyrics, and talk about how music tells a story through emotion, character, and melody. Even small moments, like a student proudly earning a Disney sticker after mastering a rhythm or chord, have made a big difference in motivation and classroom culture.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their reactions were pure excitement. Gasps, smiles, and whispered \"I love this song!\" filled the room. Some students asked if we could use the books right away, while others shared memories of watching these movies with family members. That emotional connection created an immediate sense of belonging. Music class became a place where students felt safe expressing themselves, whether they were singing boldly or participating quietly at first. The bandages you donated also played an important role—allowing students to keep playing instruments without fear of minor finger discomfort slowing them down. These thoughtful supplies showed students that their comfort, creativity, and perseverance matter.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, your support is helping us take the next steps in deeper musical storytelling. Students are now beginning to analyze how composers and lyricists use rhythm, melody, and lyrics to move a story forward. Using the Disney books as inspiration, students will create their own mini musical stories—combining instruments, singing, and imagination to express characters and emotions. For a historically underfunded school serving over 800 students, this project has opened doors to creativity that might not otherwise exist. Thank you for giving my students more than supplies—you gave them joy, confidence, and the opportunity to see music as a powerful way to tell their own stories. Your kindness will continue to echo through our classroom for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1760693821823,"projectUrl":"project/disney-stories-come-to-life-through-musi/9631112/","projectTitle":"Disney Stories Come to Life Through Music","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Castaneda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3723004_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470327022217","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/music-castaneda"},{"teacherId":8144373,"projectId":9619855,"letterContent":"The 3-ring binders, fidgets, and Restless Feet sensory fidgets will support my students by improving organization, focus, and self-regulation during learning. 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