{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lake Forest North Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10314594,"projectId":9835002,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of classroom materials. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our learning environment and has helped provide students with the resources they need to succeed.\r\n Students are better able to stay engaged, participate actively, and enjoy a more enriching classroom experience because of your kindness. We truly appreciate your commitment to education and your investment in our students' future.\r\n Thank you again for your generosity and support.","fullyFundedDate":1760794249336,"projectUrl":"project/inspire-learning/9835002/","projectTitle":"Inspire Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10314594"},{"teacherId":10045647,"projectId":9834563,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. The new bookshelf and picture books have already made a wonderful difference in our learning environment. The bookshelf has helped us organize our growing classroom library, making books easy for students to access and return independently. The picture books are being used daily during read-aloud time, where we gather together to enjoy stories, build listening comprehension, and explore themes, characters, and vocabulary in a meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new bookshelf filled with picture books, they were thrilled. Many students immediately wanted to know which book we would read first, and there was a lot of excitement as they recognized colorful covers and new stories. The read-alouds have quickly become a favorite part of our day, with students eagerly participating, asking questions, and sharing their thinking.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using the picture books to strengthen comprehension skills, make connections, and engage in thoughtful discussions. We will also use these stories as inspiration for writing activities and partner conversations. Your generosity has helped create a warm, inviting space that fosters a love of reading and learning, and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1760875374745,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-love-for-reading-one-book-at/9834563/","projectTitle":"Building a Love for Reading, One Book at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smithmyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10045647_orig.png?crop=703,704,x0,y375&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748478387743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10045647"},{"teacherId":10045647,"projectId":9834244,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, our new rug, chapter books, and bookshelf have already made a meaningful impact on our daily learning. The rug has become the heart of our classroom—a welcoming space where we gather for read-alouds, mini-lessons, and thoughtful discussions. The chapter books are being used during read-alouds and small-group instruction, giving students the opportunity to practice comprehension skills, make predictions, and engage deeply with stories. The new bookshelf has helped us organize our classroom library, making it easier for students to independently choose books they are excited to read.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first walked in and saw the new materials, their excitement was unforgettable. Their faces lit up as they explored the bookshelf and eagerly sat on the rug with the new books. Many students proudly shared that they felt like \"big readers,\" and the sense of joy and ownership was immediate. It was a special moment that reminded us how powerful a well-equipped learning environment can be.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, students will continue building reading stamina and comprehension skills using the chapter books during whole-group lessons and partner discussions on the rug. They will focus on making predictions, discussing characters' choices, and responding to stories through writing and conversation. Your generosity has created a warm, engaging space where students feel motivated, confident, and excited to learn. Thank you for giving us this opportunity and for investing in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1760792569356,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corners-for-growing-readers/9834244/","projectTitle":"Cozy Corners for Growing Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Smithmyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10045647_orig.png?crop=703,704,x0,y375&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748478387743","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10045647"},{"teacherId":10308227,"projectId":9815762,"letterContent":"Incorporating high-interest books into my classroom has significantly increased student engagement in reading. The novels have motivated students to read with purpose and make meaningful connections to the text. \r\n\r\nIn particular, 'The One and Only Ivan' has had a powerful impact on my students. The novel has encouraged reluctant readers to stay engaged! Students eagerly discussed the story, reflected on character feelings, and demonstrated deeper comprehension through written and oral responses. \r\n\r\nOverall, the use of engaging literature has fostered a stronger reading culture in my classroom, increased student motivation, and improved both comprehension and confidence in reading.","fullyFundedDate":1760470674700,"projectUrl":"project/help-support-third-graders/9815762/","projectTitle":"Help support Third Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Caulk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10308227"},{"teacherId":6547101,"projectId":9824178,"letterContent":"Getting new books for my classroom has made a big difference in how my students learn and enjoy reading. With a wider variety of stories, topics, and reading levels, every student can find something that interests them and matches their abilities. The excitement of exploring new books has helped many reluctant readers become more confident and engaged. Students are more eager to participate in discussions, read independently, and share their favorite books with classmates. Overall, the new books have created a more joyful, motivating, and supportive reading environment for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1760433928440,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-reading/9824178/","projectTitle":"We Love Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Till","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6547101"},{"teacherId":6777297,"projectId":9818123,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to my second grade classroom. My students and I are thrilled with the new resources we have received to promote literacy and learning.\r\nThe books have added such a wonderful variety to my classroom library and it gives students many options for small group and independent reading. These resources are helping to foster a love of reading in my classroom.\r\nThe small group literacy resources have helped so much to make my literacy groups much more engaging for students. They absolutely love using the whiteboards, magnetic letters, and other resources we received. Thank you for helping to make learning fun!","fullyFundedDate":1760312907463,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-and-learning/9818123/","projectTitle":"Literacy and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6777297_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1567211757334","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6777297"},{"teacherId":6777297,"projectId":9540108,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our classroom. My students are so thrilled to have the opportunity for hands-on learning activities. \r\nThe books have added so much to our classroom library and will assist students in research projects later in the school year. The crafts and exploration kits have been so exciting for my students and have helped them to visualize their learning. \r\nMy students have loved watching the caterpillars grow into butterflies and witnessing the cycles of nature in action. These learning opportunities would not be possible without donors like you!","fullyFundedDate":1757521996515,"projectUrl":"project/cycles-in-nature/9540108/","projectTitle":"Cycles in Nature","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6777297_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1567211757334","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6777297"},{"teacherId":1485937,"projectId":9838909,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed in the most wonderful way! The all-in-one magnetic phonics kits have brought an energy and excitement to our literacy block that I truly could not have created without you.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment my students first saw the brightly colored magnetic letters and word-building boards, their faces lit up. Several of them immediately sat down and began experimenting by sliding letters around, trying out new sounds, and proudly reading their creations aloud. One of my favorite moments happened during our very first lesson with the kits. A student who often hesitates to participate picked up the letters m, a, and p, sounded them out carefully, and suddenly looked up with the biggest smile and said, \"I made a word!\" That confidence and joy are exactly what I hoped these materials would inspire. \r\n\r\nWe now use the kits daily during small-group phonics instruction and literacy centers. Students are building CVC words with increasing independence. The tactile nature of the magnetic letters has made an incredible difference, students who usually struggle to stay engaged are ow focused, eager, and actively participating. The manipulatives truly make abstract skills feel concrete and accessible. \r\n\r\nAs the year progresses, we will begin introducing digraphs, and the students are already excited to \"level up\" their word-building. These kits will continue to support their growth as reader sand writers, helping them transition from simple CVC words to more complex patterns with confidence. \r\n\r\nYour kindness has turned everything phonics lessons into memorable, meaningful learning experiences. Thank you for believing in my students and giving them the tools they need to grow. 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