{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"King Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5251929,"projectId":9426707,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for funding my project Back to School Supplies. With this project funded I have enough tissue and hand sanitizer to last the school year. This will ensure that my classroom stays sanitized and when cold season is upon us, we will have enough Kleenex for runny noses. \r\n\r\nThe large crayons have been amazing for beginning of the year. Kindergarten students are learning how to hold writing utensils so normal size crayons can easily break. The large crayons allows students to color without the fear of breaking them when using. The trinkets for the classroom treasure chest has allowed me to reward students when they are working hard and a great incentive to deter negative behaviors.","fullyFundedDate":1755380405721,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-supplies/9426707/","projectTitle":"Back to School Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5251929_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753111385046","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5251929"},{"teacherId":1564040,"projectId":9311591,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and thoughtfulness in donating snacks to our kindergarten classroom. All-day kindergarten can be a long and busy day for our students, and having these snacks available helps them refuel, stay focused, and remain engaged in their learning.\r\n\r\nIn addition to nourishing our students, the snacks also provide wonderful learning opportunities. We have used them for activities such as sorting and graphing in math, and even as fun reinforcements to celebrate accomplishments. These contributions truly give our students the extra boost they need each day to do their very best.\r\n\r\nWe are sincerely grateful for your kindness and support of our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1750253173833,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-kindergarteners/9311591/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Kindergarteners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Regan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-regan"},{"teacherId":5251929,"projectId":9025650,"letterContent":"Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart. With this project funded, I was able to give my students a great end of the school year celebration. They had worked so hard all year learning how to read, write, and count. I wanted to be able to show them how hard works pays off. \r\n\r\nThrough you generosity, my students were able to celebrate the last 26 days of school, with each day being a different theme. We turned the classroom into a campsite for letter \"C\" day. We became paleontologists and learned about dinosaurs for letter \"D\" day. We got to do learn about what is a scientist and perform experiments for letter \"E\" day. With your help, I create a fun and engaging learning environment and helped build a positive learning environment where my students love coming to school daily.","fullyFundedDate":1744388833016,"projectUrl":"project/celebrate-learning/9025650/","projectTitle":"Celebrate Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5251929_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753111385046","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5251929"},{"teacherId":8528828,"projectId":8592436,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire classroom, I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of snacks for our students. Your support made a meaningful difference in our daily routine and had a lasting impact on both student learning and classroom culture.\r\n\r\nWe typically shared snacks between lunch and dismissal, often during our afternoon read-aloud time. This became a special part of our day—something that students not only looked forward to, but that also helped create a calm and connected environment. Afternoon energy levels can dip, especially after lunch and recess, and having snacks available gave students the physical boost they needed to stay focused and engaged in the final stretch of the school day.\r\n\r\nMany of our students face challenges related to food insecurity or simply have long gaps between meals. Your donation helped us bridge that gap. Rather than feeling hungry or distracted, students were able to settle in with a snack, listen to our story, and participate in meaningful conversations about the text. It was a small, quiet moment of joy and comfort that truly made a difference.\r\n\r\nWhat surprised me most was how quickly snack time became a moment of classroom community. Students were eager to help pass out the snacks, offer extras to a friend, or thank one another for being respectful during this shared time. It became more than just eating—it was about care, connection, and comfort. These kinds of moments are critical for social-emotional development and for building a safe, positive learning environment.\r\n\r\nFrom an instructional standpoint, I saw significant improvements in behavior and focus on the days we had snacks. Students were more attentive, less irritable, and more willing to participate in lessons. I could tell that their bodies were better prepared to support their brains—snack time helped regulate energy, emotions, and engagement. With fewer behavior disruptions and more sustained focus, I was able to keep lessons running smoothly and make the most of our learning time together.\r\n\r\nYour generosity allowed me to offer this simple, meaningful support without worrying about the cost or burden of stocking snacks myself. I know many teachers who dip into their own pockets to meet students' needs, and your donation helped lift that weight and made a visible, daily difference in the classroom.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, you helped our students feel seen, valued, and supported. When children know that someone out there cares enough to give them something as thoughtful and needed as a snack, it sends a powerful message—they matter. You've made an impact that goes far beyond the snacks themselves.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness, generosity, and belief in the importance of creating safe, supportive learning spaces for all students. We are so grateful for you.","fullyFundedDate":1732718981653,"projectUrl":"project/full-bellies-for-full-minds/8592436/","projectTitle":"Full Bellies for Full Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8528828_orig.jpg?crop=2099,2099,x216,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683759049915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8528828"},{"teacherId":8528828,"projectId":8592718,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Because of your support, we now have pillows for our chairs and floor seating, cozy chairs, and alternative lighting like lamps and string lights that have completely transformed our learning space.\r\n\r\nThe calm and comfortable environment has made a tremendous difference. Students feel more at ease, and I've noticed a real improvement in their focus, collaboration, and overall engagement. The soft lighting from the lamps and string lights creates a peaceful atmosphere that helps students feel safe and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWe're so grateful for your kindness. Your generosity has brought comfort, joy, and a renewed sense of excitement into our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1732718998656,"projectUrl":"project/home-sweet-classroom/8592718/","projectTitle":"Home Sweet Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8528828_orig.jpg?crop=2099,2099,x216,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683759049915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8528828"},{"teacherId":8528828,"projectId":8588337,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing the supplies we needed to organize our classroom. These materials may seem like small items on the surface, but their impact is enormous and far-reaching. Thanks to your support, our learning space is now more structured, efficient, and welcoming—providing an environment where students can truly thrive.\r\n\r\nClassroom organization plays a critical role in both student learning and teacher efficiency. When students enter a well-organized classroom, they feel more secure and focused. They know where materials are located, how to follow routines, and what is expected of them. With your donation of organizational supplies, such as bins, shelves, folders, and labels, our students can easily find the materials they need and return them when finished. This promotes responsibility, independence, and a sense of ownership over their learning.\r\n\r\nThe supplies you provided also support smoother transitions and better classroom management. When everything has its place, less time is spent searching for resources or cleaning up disorganized areas. That extra time adds up quickly—it means more minutes spent on instruction, student discussions, collaboration, and hands-on learning. In an elementary classroom where every moment counts, those added minutes are incredibly valuable.","fullyFundedDate":1731541876572,"projectUrl":"project/organized-interactive-classroom/8588337/","projectTitle":"Organized, Interactive Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8528828_orig.jpg?crop=2099,2099,x216,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683759049915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8528828"},{"teacherId":1564040,"projectId":8980063,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generosity and thoughtfulness in donating these wonderful snacks to our kindergarten classroom. We face the daily challenge of staying engaged and on task during a long day of all day kindergarten and these snacks help to refuel us and keep us engaged. We used the goldfish crackers, M&Ms, and fruit snacks for sorting and graphing in math. We used the Skittles to sort, color, count, graph and analyze the data. We are using the Dinosaur fruit snacks and pouches for Letter Dd during our ABC countdown. We are using the Superhero snack for Letter Ss during our ABC Countdown, Superhero Day. These snacks have provided us with the extra boost we need each day to do our very best. Thank you again for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1742823937518,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-kindergarteners/8980063/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Kindergarteners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Regan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-regan"},{"teacherId":1564040,"projectId":8625931,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your generosity and thoughtfulness in donating these wonderful snacks to our kindergarten classroom. We face the daily challenge of staying engaged and on task during a long day of all day kindergarten and these snacks help to refuel us and keep us engaged. We used the goldfish crackers, M&Ms, and fruit snacks for sorting and graphing in math. We used the pudding cups to make \"Enemy Pies\" during kindness day. We used the Gushers, lollipops, and assorted candies during our 100th day of school and we used them as adding and subtracting manipulatives. These snacks have provided us with the extra boost we need each day to do our very best. Thank you again for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1732718981164,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-refuel-our-brains/8625931/","projectTitle":"Snacks To Refuel Our Brains","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Regan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-regan"},{"teacherId":1564040,"projectId":8625886,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and thoughtfulness in donating to our kindergarten classroom. We were so excited to use our new storage seat sacks! We hung them over our chairs and put our notebooks, journals, textbooks, and whiteboards in the large pocket. We put our pencils, crayons, dry erase markers, and erasers in the little pocket. We are now able to keep all of our supplies neat and today and keep our tables clutter free. The bright blue color has added such a pop of color to our kindergarten classroom! Because of you we have learned how to become organized and can focus on learning instead of finding our missing materials.","fullyFundedDate":1732718994173,"projectUrl":"project/storage-sacks-for-seats/8625886/","projectTitle":"Storage Sacks for Seats","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Regan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-regan"},{"teacherId":5251929,"projectId":8854119,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my \"Scrumptious Snacks\" project. The students were so ecstatic when they saw all the variety of snacks they had to choose from. Each day, the students get an afternoon snack. This allows for the kids to refuel their brains and finish the school day strong.\r\n\r\nThe beginning of the year always seems to go by so quickly in the morning, but by the afternoon, the students start to lack energy and focus. Giving the kids an afternoon snack ensures the students are not hungry and give them the extra boost of energy needed for the long afternoon. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1732718980688,"projectUrl":"project/scrumptious-snacks/8854119/","projectTitle":"Scrumptious Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5251929_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753111385046","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5251929"},{"teacherId":5251929,"projectId":8854158,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for funding my project, Seat Sacks! Having these seat sacks has made things so much easier. I am able to teach more efficiently because I am not having to get out and pass each material we need for every subject. All their main materials they use for every subject, is organized and placed in their individual seat sacks, located on the backs of their seats. This has helped as a space saver for the classroom and improved time during transitions. The quality of the seat sacks is great ensuring they will be used for several years.","fullyFundedDate":1732718989156,"projectUrl":"project/seat-sacks/8854158/","projectTitle":"Seat Sacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5251929_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753111385046","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5251929"},{"teacherId":5251929,"projectId":8588724,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding my project, Back to School Supplies. My students were so excited to see what was inside the \"big boxes\". I explained to them how Donors Choose works and how there are kind and generous people in the world that care about how well they do in school and want to help make sure they have what they need to be successful in school. \r\n\r\nThey all say thank you as well! Having essential supplies like pencils, pencils bags, hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes, are supplies we use daily and can run out quickly. 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