{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Laurelglen Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":31.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4817780,"projectId":9646781,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, we were able to purchase an IXL subscription for our class. This online platform gives students unlimited access to standards aligned practice in math and language arts, both at school and at home. The interactive format and immediate feedback keep them engaged and excited to tackle new challenges. They especially enjoy working at their own pace and seeing their progress badges build up over time.\r\n\r\nSince introducing IXL into our routine, I've noticed a big boost in confidence and skill mastery. Students who struggled with certain concepts now have a way to revisit lessons and receive extra practice without feeling singled out. I use the diagnostic reports to identify areas for reteaching and to assign targeted practice, which helps me differentiate instruction more effectively. We also incorporate IXL into small groups and homework, giving families a window into what their children are learning.\r\n\r\nWe will continue using IXL throughout the year to reinforce new units and review previous material. I plan to set weekly goals and celebrate student milestones to keep motivation high. Your support has made it possible for every child in my class to access quality practice tools that will strengthen their academic foundation for years to come. Thank you for investing in our students' growth and success.","fullyFundedDate":1757566759204,"projectUrl":"project/helping-my-students-grow-with-ixl/9646781/","projectTitle":"Helping My Students Grow With IXL!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4817780_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507322996859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-rowesclass"},{"teacherId":4817780,"projectId":9422053,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our Snack Shack Rewards project. Your contribution allowed me to purchase a variety of treats like granola bars, crackers, popcorn, and fruit snacks to stock our classroom snack shack. Students earn these treats by following classroom expectations, showing kindness, and completing their work. They were thrilled to see the display and excited to start earning points to choose a snack.\r\n\r\nSince introducing the snack shack, I have noticed a positive shift in behavior and motivation. Students are more engaged in lessons and are working together to meet our class goals. They love having a tangible reward to work toward, and it has sparked conversations about making good choices. Even students who struggled before are motivated to participate and help their peers so they can earn a snack. This system has also helped build a sense of community as students celebrate each other's successes.\r\n\r\nWe plan to continue using the snack shack throughout the year and to integrate math skills by having students track their points and budget their choices. Your support has given us a fun and meaningful way to reinforce positive behavior and academic effort. Thank you again for making this possible and for investing in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1755750650617,"projectUrl":"project/snack-shack-rewards-boosting-fifth-grad/9422053/","projectTitle":"Snack Shack Rewards: Boosting Fifth-Grade Behavior!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4817780_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507322996859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-rowesclass"},{"teacherId":4817780,"projectId":9421984,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Brain‑Boosting Bites project. Your generous donation allowed me to stock our classroom with healthy snacks like granola bars, fruit cups, crackers, and applesauce. Students now have something nutritious to eat during our morning and afternoon work periods. This has helped them stay focused and kept hunger from distracting them.\r\n\r\nI have seen a noticeable difference since we received the snacks. Students who used to get restless or tired have more energy and participate more. They love choosing a snack and often share comments about how it helps them concentrate. These snacks also serve as rewards for meeting goals and contribute to a positive, caring classroom culture. Families have mentioned that having snacks available at school eases the burden on their budgets.\r\n\r\nNext we will incorporate lessons about nutrition and healthy habits using the remaining snacks. We will chart the kinds of snacks we eat and talk about how they fuel our bodies. Your support has made this possible and I am grateful for the opportunity to meet my students' basic needs. Thank you again for believing in our class and for making a real difference in their day.","fullyFundedDate":1755748838688,"projectUrl":"project/brain-boosting-bites-for-bright-minds/9421984/","projectTitle":"Brain-Boosting Bites for Bright Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4817780_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507322996859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-rowesclass"},{"teacherId":4817780,"projectId":9422085,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us gather supplies for our fifth grade class. Because of your donation we were able to order markers, colored pencils, chart paper, sticky notes, and other tools that we use every day. When the boxes arrived, my students' faces lit up and they couldn't wait to start using the materials.\r\n\r\nI used the new supplies to create interactive lessons in math, science, and reading. Students loved having fresh markers and sticky notes to show their thinking on anchor charts and in small group work. These items help us stay organized and let students participate more in their learning. They also brighten up our classroom and make it feel more welcoming.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to use the rest of the supplies for a group project on ecosystems. We'll be making posters and models to show what we've learned. Your support has made it possible for us to continue to build an engaging learning environment. Thank you again for your generosity and for believing in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1751137117744,"projectUrl":"project/super-supplies-for-stellar-fifth-graders/9422085/","projectTitle":"Super Supplies for Stellar Fifth Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4817780_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507322996859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-rowesclass"},{"teacherId":4817780,"projectId":8964757,"letterContent":"Your generous funding for our Maze Runner book set has ignited a passion for reading in my fifth-grade classroom, transforming our literacy lessons into thrilling adventures. Through James Dashner's gripping dystopian novel, students honed critical skills like predicting plot twists, analyzing themes of teamwork and survival, and drawing connections between the story's challenges and real-world problem-solving. Reading in our classroom is a vibrant mix of read-alouds led by our enthusiastic student teacher, group discussions where students debate character motivations, and quiet reading time where they dive into the suspenseful pages. The Maze Runner has not only sharpened their analytical skills but also made reading a shared, exhilarating experience.\r\n\r\nThe Maze Runner quickly became a class favorite, with students buzzing about the intense plot and relatable characters. One student, typically disengaged during reading, now races to class to discuss the latest chapter, proudly sharing his predictions about the maze's secrets. Another group, including several reluctant readers, formed an impromptu book club, sketching their own maze designs inspired by the story. Our student teacher's animated read-alouds brought the book to life, captivating even our shyest students, who now eagerly volunteer to read passages aloud. Your donation has turned a beloved book into a catalyst for connection, creativity, and a lifelong love of stories.","fullyFundedDate":1733286578242,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-adventure-the-maze-runner-f/8964757/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Adventure: \"The Maze Runner\" for Every Fifth Grader!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4817780_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507322996859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-rowesclass"},{"teacherId":4817780,"projectId":8964745,"letterContent":"Your generous support in funding our Esperanza Rising book project has deeply enriched my fifth graders' learning experience, bringing powerful lessons and skills to life through literature. Reading Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan, students explored themes of resilience, cultural identity, and empathy, while sharpening critical reading skills like analyzing character development, making inferences, and connecting historical contexts to the story's setting during the Great Depression. In our classroom, reading is an active, shared journey—students engage in lively discussions, annotate texts to uncover deeper meanings, and write reflective responses to connect the story to their own lives. This project has not only strengthened their literacy skills but also fostered a love for reading that will last.\r\n\r\nThe students are thrilled with Esperanza Rising, particularly because of its relatable protagonist and gripping narrative. One student, who rarely spoke up in class, has blossomed, eagerly sharing how Esperanza's courage inspired her to face personal challenges. English language learners in our class, many from similar cultural backgrounds as Esperanza, light up during discussions about family traditions, connecting the book to their own experiences. The books' vivid storytelling has turned our reading sessions into moments of excitement and discovery, with students begging to read \"just one more chapter.\" Your donation has given my students not just books, but windows into new perspectives and a renewed passion for stories.","fullyFundedDate":1733081753759,"projectUrl":"project/empower-reading-with-esperanza-rising/8964745/","projectTitle":"Empower Reading With Esperanza Rising","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rowe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4817780_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507322996859","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mr-rowesclass"},{"teacherId":4817780,"projectId":8665109,"letterContent":"Your support in funding our IXL project has transformed the learning experience for my fifth graders in both English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. The IXL platform has provided a dynamic, personalized approach to instruction, allowing us to meet diverse student needs through targeted small group activities and individualized practice. The technology adapts to each student's skill level, offering challenges for those who are advanced and support for those needing extra help. This flexibility has led to remarkable growth: our entire class improved their reading levels by one grade level, and state testing scores in both reading and math saw significant gains. These outcomes reflect the power of IXL in making learning engaging and effective, and we owe this success to your generosity.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting aspect of IXL for my students is the immediate feedback and interactive rewards system. They love seeing their progress tracked in real-time, earning digital certificates when they master a skill. For instance, one student, who initially struggled with math confidence, now eagerly logs in to tackle multiplication challenges, celebrating each correct answer. Students like our English language learners have especially warmed to the platform's audio support for ELA tasks, which helps them engage with reading comprehension independently. Across the board, IXL's game-like interface keeps students motivated, turning practice into a fun, rewarding experience. 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