{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kings Town Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4720660,"projectId":10328954,"letterContent":"My fourth-grade students and I are so grateful for the amazing support behind our \"Let's Start Off the 2026–2027 School Year Strong!\" project! These new resources have helped us begin the school year with excitement, creativity, and a positive classroom environment. From colorful pencils, paint markers, and creative materials to the new pencil sharpener, paper cutter, staplers, and educational resources from TPT, we now have tools that make our daily learning activities smoother and more engaging. When my students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement! They were eager to explore the supplies and immediately started talking about the projects and activities they wanted to try.\r\n\r\nOne special part of our classroom experience has been using the creative supplies to allow students to show their learning in colorful and personal ways. The new resources are also helping us establish positive routines and celebrate students as they work hard, demonstrate kindness, and support one another. The little surprises, such as fun bookmarks and treats, have added extra excitement and motivation throughout our days. As we continue into the school year, my students will use these resources for upcoming lessons, hands-on projects, and activities designed to build confidence, creativity, and collaboration. Thank you for helping us start the 2026–2027 school year strong! Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom and has shown my students that their learning and success matter.","fullyFundedDate":1781031244549,"projectUrl":"project/lets-start-off-the-2026-2027-school-yea/10328954/","projectTitle":"Let's Start Off the 2026-2027 School Year Strong!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Niles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720660_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594301843693","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/j-niles"},{"teacherId":4720660,"projectId":9962780,"letterContent":"My fourth-grade students have been so excited to put our new classroom resources to use! The snacks, hot cocoa supplies, coffee cups, candy, craft materials, markers, and classroom rewards have given us wonderful opportunities to create a welcoming classroom community while making learning more engaging. One especially memorable moment was seeing the students' excitement when they first saw all of the new materials. They immediately began asking questions about what we could create and how we could use everything. The wood slices and colorful paint markers have been especially fun for hands-on creative projects, while the snacks and hot cocoa have helped us celebrate positive behavior, teamwork, and accomplishments along the way.\r\n\r\nThese resources have also helped my students feel that their classroom is a special place where their efforts are noticed and appreciated. We are continuing to use the materials during classroom activities, creative projects, and celebrations of student growth. Our next steps are to continue building positive classroom habits, complete our current projects, and use the creative supplies to allow students to express what they are learning in new ways. Thank you so much for investing in my fourth-grade students. Your generosity has brought excitement, encouragement, and meaningful experiences into our classroom, and my students are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1776120158833,"projectUrl":"project/power-up-our-classroom-with-snacks-supp/9962780/","projectTitle":"Power Up Our Classroom With Snacks, Supplies & Hot Cocoa!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Niles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720660_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594301843693","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/j-niles"},{"teacherId":407261,"projectId":10301429,"letterContent":"I am so excited to introduce my students to the kindness project. This is their opportunity to more-intentionally make their mark on the world. It could be focusing on something that they are already doing to positively impact the world around them or encourage them to stretch themselves to look for opportunities to get out and make a difference.\r\n\r\nWhile students ARE already impacting the world, this project helps them take a closer look at something that they are interested in and something that they are looking to improve in the world. From providing toys to hospital patients, picking up trash in the neighborhood park, walking a neighbor's dog, or providing care kits to the homeless, it is amazing for students to see how any act of kindness can make a difference!\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting this project and showing kindness in your own way. I appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1780652592606,"projectUrl":"project/passionate-about-kindness/10301429/","projectTitle":"Passionate about Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chris Beasley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp407261_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582693828432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrcbeasley"},{"teacherId":407261,"projectId":10300258,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your help with this project! You helped make the beginning of the school year so GREAT! These materials helped continue to build excitement for our classroom in the beginning days of school and sets the tone for the new year. \r\n\r\nThank you for coming through for me, but most importantly, thank you for coming through for the students. You are a big difference maker and allow me to use these materials to build memorable learning opportunties for students. I am blessed to be their teacher and thankful to you for helping me to serve the students.","fullyFundedDate":1780652593906,"projectUrl":"project/happy-new-year-supplies/10300258/","projectTitle":"Happy New Year Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chris Beasley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp407261_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582693828432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrcbeasley"},{"teacherId":2981568,"projectId":10430991,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting \"The Supplies Behind Student Success.\" Your generosity has provided my students with materials that make our daily learning more engaging, organized, and meaningful. The loose-leaf paper is used regularly for writing assignments, graphic organizers, assessments, and other classroom activities. Having these supplies readily available ensures that every student can participate and learn without worrying about bringing materials from home.\r\n\r\nThe colored printer ink and paper cutter have helped me create bright, color-coded anchor charts and learning resources that are easier for my students to understand. I can also resize these materials so students can place them in their interactive notebooks and refer to them throughout the year. These visual tools are especially helpful for students who need additional support and make learning new reading and writing skills more exciting. My students and I are truly grateful for your kindness and for helping give our classroom the supplies needed for success!","fullyFundedDate":1786453629197,"projectUrl":"project/the-supplies-behind-student-success/10430991/","projectTitle":"The Supplies Behind Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barksdale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2981568_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506286659321","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2981568"},{"teacherId":407261,"projectId":9934180,"letterContent":"Thank you never seems enough to express what an impact you've had on our classroom, and most importantly, the kids who learn here! Your contribution to this project makes learning fun and memorable for students. \r\n\r\nI appreciate the fact that you helped and wish that you could be a fly on the wall of our classroom as we learn together! However, you are part of our classroom through your support and the love that you poured into this grant through your amazing generosity!\r\n\r\nWe come to school because we have to. We learn because of great opportunities that you helped provide! THANK YOU!","fullyFundedDate":1765650707166,"projectUrl":"project/resupply-the-classroom/9934180/","projectTitle":"Resupply the Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chris Beasley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp407261_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582693828432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrcbeasley"},{"teacherId":4720660,"projectId":9474115,"letterContent":"I'm so excited to share that our DonorsChoose project, \"New Year, New Dreams: Help Us Start Strong!\" has been fully funded! Thanks to your incredible generosity, our class raised $757 to help us begin the school year with the materials and supplies we need for a well-organized, creative, and engaging classroom.\r\n\r\nEvery item we requested already has a purpose and a \"home.\" The 3-drawer organizers will help students keep their supplies neat and accessible. The Expo markers, white-out, and other classroom materials will be used daily as students create projects in math, science, and social studies. The Teachers Pay Teachers gift card will allow me to purchase supplemental resources that make learning more interactive and meaningful. The surge protectors, stadium seats, and bookends will also make our space more functional and comfortable.\r\n\r\nYour donations not only provide essential tools but also boost my students' confidence and excitement for learning. They're especially looking forward to the small rewards—like Zotz candies and Biscoff cookies—as fun celebrations of their hard work and success!\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping make our classroom a place where organization, creativity, and curiosity thrive. Because of your support, we're starting the year strong and ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1755473928508,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-dreams-help-us-start-str/9474115/","projectTitle":"\"New Year, New Dreams: Help Us Start Strong!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Niles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720660_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594301843693","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/j-niles"},{"teacherId":4720660,"projectId":9191190,"letterContent":"I am so incredibly grateful for your generosity in fully funding our project, \"Year 2024–2025: A School Year to Remember.\" Because of you, my 4th graders will have the basic supplies they need to learn, create, and finish the year strong.\r\n\r\nYour support means more than you know. These materials will keep our classroom running smoothly and ensure every student has the tools they need to participate fully—whether they're writing stories, solving math problems, or creating projects that make learning come alive.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, my students will see that people care about their education and believe in their potential. You've not only provided supplies—you've inspired confidence, excitement, and gratitude in a group of young learners who can't wait to put them to use.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us in Room B217—thank you for making this a school year to remember!","fullyFundedDate":1746471607273,"projectUrl":"project/year-2024-2025-a-school-year-to-rememb/9191190/","projectTitle":"\"Year 2024-2025: A School Year to Remember\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Niles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720660_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594301843693","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/j-niles"},{"teacherId":4720660,"projectId":9277028,"letterContent":"I'm thrilled to share that our DonorsChoose project, \"Extra, Extra, Read All About STEM!\" has been fully funded! Thanks to your generosity and support, our class raised $558 to bring Scholastic's STEM Education magazine and its digital version into our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my fourth graders will have access to engaging, real-world science and STEM articles that spark curiosity and inspire learning. These resources will help us explore exciting topics through reading, hands-on investigations, and meaningful discussions that connect directly to our science curriculum.\r\n\r\nYour contributions make a lasting difference—you've given my students the opportunity to see themselves as problem-solvers, innovators, and lifelong learners. Thank you for investing in their future and helping make our classroom a place where curiosity and creativity thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1746471607486,"projectUrl":"project/extra-extra-read-all-about-stem/9277028/","projectTitle":"Extra, Extra, Read All About STEM!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Niles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4720660_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594301843693","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/j-niles"},{"teacherId":407261,"projectId":9352408,"letterContent":"Thank you! Thank you! THANK YOU! The resources that you provided through this grant have been incredible resources to help me build better writing instruction for my students. By implementing some of the strategies that I've learned about through some of these books, I have seen students excited about writing and getting them to write has been much easier.\r\n\r\nStruggling writers often lack confidence needed to even get started. I have found strategies within these books that help build excitement before students begin writing and then it spills into getting their excitement of ideas to help produce great writing pieces.\r\n\r\nThe organizational tools have also been a lifesaver! \r\n\r\nThank you for your committment to our classroom and to the students who I serve.","fullyFundedDate":1755473929273,"projectUrl":"project/readers-who-love-to-write/9352408/","projectTitle":"Readers who LOVE to Write","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chris Beasley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp407261_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582693828432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrcbeasley"},{"teacherId":407261,"projectId":9326491,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the wonderful books that my students are loving to read in small groups. The students are excited to have these new titles and are excited to get into groups to have discussions about the books.\r\n\r\nYour support for my classroom has been amazing! Although the days are long, but celebrating the successes with students truly makes it worth it all. I wouldn't be able to have excitement and see the success that I'm seeing with the students without these amazing materials that help the students. \r\n\r\nThank you for being great!","fullyFundedDate":1755473929648,"projectUrl":"project/circle-up-with-a-great-book/9326491/","projectTitle":"Circle Up with a Great Book!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Chris Beasley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp407261_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582693828432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrcbeasley"},{"teacherId":7719119,"projectId":9217037,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping our class receive mice and headphones for our Chromebooks! While technology at home is often used for fun or convenience, in our classroom it is an essential tool for learning. The headphones allow students to block out distractions and focus on personalized lessons, while the mice make it easier to navigate programs, highlight text, and complete assignments without frustration. Students are most excited about being able to work independently and confidently. \r\n\r\n\r\nOne student who once avoided computer tasks now volunteers eagerly, smiling with pride as they complete activities with ease. 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