{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Langdon Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":62.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8339485,"projectId":10232083,"letterContent":"I'm not sure how I can even begin to express my gratitude because in just a few days of having these materials, the enviornment in my classroom during Choice Time has shifted. Students are so excited to work calmly and peacefully with these Lego-style brick kits you've made possible. And oh boy have I seen their creativity soar! Building houses, stairs, rocket ships, and even walkie talkies--these materials are open-ended so the sjy is the limit for my creative kiddos! With so many of these bricks there is enough for everyone to share and have fun together. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU! 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Instead of only talking about maps, landforms, and communities, they can now see, touch, and experience these concepts firsthand, which has helped strengthen their vocabulary, curiosity, and understanding of the world around them.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students has been using the hands-on materials during our lessons. They love spinning the globe to locate places we discuss, working together to solve map puzzles, and using the atlas to compare different regions of the world. The volcano kit has been especially exciting because it helps students understand landforms in a memorable and engaging way. These tools have made our social studies block much more interactive, and even students who are usually quieter have become eager to participate and ask questions.\r\n\r\nSeveral of my students, especially my English language learners and students who benefit from visual supports, have really connected with these new materials. Having concrete, visual tools helps them better understand concepts that can otherwise feel abstract. I've seen students become more confident during discussions and more excited to make connections between our classroom lessons and their own families, cultures, and communities. These materials have helped make geography meaningful, accessible, and joyful for all of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1778009783323,"projectUrl":"project/where-in-the-world-are-we/10115082/","projectTitle":"Where in the World Are We?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Isa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9286957_orig.jpg?crop=2730,2730,x0,y828&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771721544287","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9286957"},{"teacherId":7846632,"projectId":9973307,"letterContent":"Our space-themed DonorsChoose project created an unforgettable celebration for our students at the end of our unit on space. The special surprise party allowed students to connect everything they had learned in class to exciting, hands-on experiences that brought their learning to life.\r\n\r\nThe planet decorations transformed our classroom into an immersive space environment, while the planet balls and astronomy puzzles gave students opportunities to explore and review important concepts through play and collaboration. Students were especially excited to try astronaut freeze-dried ice cream, which helped them make real-world connections to life in space. The star projector created a calm and magical atmosphere that helped students feel like they were traveling through the night sky together.\r\n\r\nThis celebration was more than just a party—it was a meaningful learning experience that strengthened student engagement, curiosity, and excitement about science. Our students will remember this special experience for years to come, and it would not have been possible without the generosity and support of our donors.","fullyFundedDate":1769178276209,"projectUrl":"project/to-the-moon-and-back-learning-space-the/9973307/","projectTitle":"To the Moon and Back: Learning Space the Fun Way","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Powers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7846632_orig.png?crop=281,281,x210,y106&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633365130605","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7846632"},{"teacherId":7846632,"projectId":9533304,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contribution to our first grade classroom. Because of your support, each of my students now has their own *Handwriting Without Tears* workbook—an incredible resource that is already making a meaningful difference in their learning.\r\n\r\nThese workbooks have helped transform how my students approach writing. With clear, developmentally appropriate lessons and guided practice, students are building proper letter formation, spacing, and overall handwriting skills with confidence. Having their own personal workbook allows them to practice consistently, track their growth, and take pride in their progress.\r\n\r\nI have seen students who were once hesitant to write become more willing and excited to put their ideas on paper. As their handwriting improves, so does their confidence in all areas of literacy, including reading and sentence writing. The structured support these workbooks provide helps set a strong foundation for their academic success.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students the tools they need to grow as writers and communicators. Thank you for investing in their future and helping them develop skills that will last a lifetime.","fullyFundedDate":1758843690252,"projectUrl":"project/strong-starts-building-writers-one-lett/9533304/","projectTitle":"Strong Starts: Building Writers One Letter at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Powers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7846632_orig.png?crop=281,281,x210,y106&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633365130605","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7846632"},{"teacherId":8339485,"projectId":10057057,"letterContent":"I'm so grateful for your support in funding this project so quickly--my students were able to use these materials throughout our entire Clothing Study. Now that we've moved into a new study, they have requested to keep a laundry area in our Dramatic Play center because it was so much fun for them! \r\n\r\nIt was so exciting to watch the kids act out something that is so familiar to them. It was also fun and interesting to see which children clearly helped a lot with laundry at home! \r\n\r\nThe large set of buttons was such a great and educational connection to our study, too! We used them for sorting, patterning, and fine motor work, as well. \r\n\r\nThank you for your support in helping to make our Clothing Study come to life. I appreciate your support so much!","fullyFundedDate":1769578011639,"projectUrl":"project/all-about-clothing-study/10057057/","projectTitle":"All About Clothing Study!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ahmad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8339485_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y270&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1645410352204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8339485"},{"teacherId":8339485,"projectId":10002478,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support in giving us this amazing whiteboard easel! We use it every single day and I honestly cannot remember how we functioned without it! In just the past week we have used it to make a web of our existing knowledge about insects, complete an ice cream scoop incentive chart for whole-group behavior expectations, write and read a song about butterfly metamorphosis, and also to make a large graph about the Very Hungry Caterpillar's fruit intake. Students know exactly where they need to look when they want to reference our discussions and ideas from morning meeting. I love that this whiteboard easel and chart paper have given them that indepencence! \r\n\r\nThank you again for your generous support - even though I don't personally know you, I think about you and your kindness each day when we use our easel!","fullyFundedDate":1769137176025,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-the-basics-a-whiteboard-to-shar/10002478/","projectTitle":"Back to the Basics: A Whiteboard to Share our Ideas","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ahmad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8339485_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y270&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1645410352204","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8339485"},{"teacherId":4238278,"projectId":9886744,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a profound difference in our special education classes, where students have a range of needs from mild to more significant learning and sensory challenges. We use these new resources daily to support communication, emotional regulation, and hands-on learning in ways that meet each student where they are. One meaningful moment happened during a structured small-group activity, when students used the materials to practice turn-taking and expressing their needs. With the material, support and sensory tools, even students who typically struggle to participate were able to stay engaged for a longer span. It was powerful to see them connect with one another, build independence, and experience success in a way that feels accessible and supportive.\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were immediate and genuine smiles, excitement, and a sense of comfort filled the room. Some students were drawn right away to the sensory elements like the house that is used as a connect corner for them to help regulate and rejoin the class, while others carefully explored at their own pace, showing curiosity and interest. For many of them, these tools provided a sense of calm and security that helped reduce anxiety and increase focus. Since then, they look forward to using these resources every day, and it has become a meaningful part of our routine. Your support has helped create an environment where all students feel included, supported, and capable of learning and growing.","fullyFundedDate":1769178276596,"projectUrl":"project/helping-all-students-thrive-with-sensory/9886744/","projectTitle":"Helping All Students Thrive With Sensory & Wellness Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4238278"},{"teacherId":393202,"projectId":9970480,"letterContent":"Math Night was a big success and the materials donated from you all were such a big support! Thank you so much for helping our annual event be even better this year. The room was inviting, the photo booth was fun, and the math activities were engaging. Thank you so much for your support of our school. Math is such an essential part of elementary school learning and getting students interested and curious about math is a very important part of this learning. This community night at school is always a big part of this. Thanks again.","fullyFundedDate":1766824000348,"projectUrl":"project/math-night-fun/9970480/","projectTitle":"Math Night Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fitzpatrick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp393202_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1463777644285","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jennifergeorge"},{"teacherId":9894040,"projectId":9645180,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom technology. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to tools that make learning more interactive, engaging, and personalized. The technology allows students to practice skills, receive immediate feedback, and explore concepts through visuals that deepen their understanding. It has also encouraged greater collaboration, as students can work together on projects, share ideas, and build confidence in their learning in ways that traditional methods alone cannot always provide.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most about this new technology is the opportunity to take ownership of their learning in a fun and meaningful way. Even students who were once hesitant or disengaged are now eager to participate. In particular, a few of my quieter learners have truly flourished—they are more willing to contribute, take academic risks, and express their ideas using these tools. Seeing their confidence grow has been incredibly rewarding. Your support has not only enhanced our classroom experience but has also opened doors for students to discover new strengths and a love of learning. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1765815106699,"projectUrl":"project/seeing-is-believing/9645180/","projectTitle":"Seeing Is Believing!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9894040_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739147200816","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9894040"},{"teacherId":9286957,"projectId":10115059,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has a full set of coins, bills, and money pouches for students to explore! Before these materials, our lessons on money would have relied only on pictures in the curriculum, but now students can touch, sort, count, and experiment with real (fake) money. When they first saw the coins and bills, their faces lit up with excitement—they immediately wanted to explore and see how it all works in practice.\r\nOne memorable moment was when students worked together to count different combinations of coins and bills to make the same amount. They were thrilled to discover that there's more than one way to reach the total, sparking lots of conversation, collaboration, and problem-solving. These materials turned abstract math concepts into hands-on experiences, and it's been amazing to watch their confidence and curiosity grow.\r\nNext, we'll continue using the coins and bills to explore addition, subtraction, and other money challenges, helping students build both practical math skills and excitement for learning. Your support has transformed what would have been a \"picture lesson\" into a rich, interactive experience—thank you for making that possible!","fullyFundedDate":1771847586458,"projectUrl":"project/money-math-that-makes-cents/10115059/","projectTitle":"Money Math That Makes Cents","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Isa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9286957_orig.jpg?crop=2730,2730,x0,y828&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771721544287","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9286957"},{"teacherId":393202,"projectId":10027312,"letterContent":"Math night is coming up this week! We are SO prepared because of you! These materials have made this planning so much easier and we have good signage, good decor, good activities and prizes! \r\n\r\nWe will be having a make and take flashcard station, pattern block puzzle station, estimation challenge, Photo Booth, along with many other fun math activities. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping to make this now annual math night at our school an even bigger success! This was all very helpful and we are very grateful for the support!","fullyFundedDate":1769178273124,"projectUrl":"project/math-night-supplies-needed/10027312/","projectTitle":"Math Night Supplies Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fitzpatrick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp393202_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1463777644285","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jennifergeorge"},{"teacherId":393202,"projectId":9679485,"letterContent":"Anchor charts are such a great way to help students access previously taught content without depending directly on teacher support. This is a key step toward independence of skills and this project has helped us have the materials needed to get so many beautiful and informative charts up for students. Thank you for the continued support. We really appreciate it. These charts are made with every math unit and are placed up around the room to act as an aid as students try to solve in their own. 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