{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lyons Community School","outOfStateSupporters":37.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4673804,"projectId":10196975,"letterContent":"The classroom iPad has opened up new possibilities for my students to use literacy in authentic and meaningful ways. In our literacy class, students wanted to create a community service project focused on helping others through reading, writing, speaking, and digital communication. With the iPad, students can research, collaborate, create digital materials, and prepare activities that they will eventually share with younger students and families in our community. The technology has also been especially valuable for my multilingual learners, giving them additional tools to access information, build vocabulary, translate when needed, and communicate their ideas with greater confidence. It helps bridge language gaps and allows students to participate more fully in our literacy activities.\r\n\r\nMy students are especially excited about having a device they can use to create and communicate rather than simply complete assignments. They are using the iPad to develop ideas for our literacy initiative and prepare for visits to local primary schools, where they will lead reading buddy groups designed to build younger students' reading confidence, fluency, and love of books. I have seen multilingual learners particularly warm to the technology because it provides them with different ways to understand and express themselves while they continue developing their English skills. Students who may not always feel confident participating in traditional classroom activities now have another way to contribute their ideas and talents. The iPad has helped give my students a greater sense of ownership and purpose as they prepare to become mentors and literacy leaders in our community.","fullyFundedDate":1778531647726,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-student-voices-though-reading/10196975/","projectTitle":"Empowering student voices though reading and community service","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. G","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4673804"},{"teacherId":9826148,"projectId":10193840,"letterContent":"This project gave my students the opportunity to step into leadership roles while making a meaningful difference in the lives of shelter pets. Using the new resources, students planned and led a community enrichment activity where community members worked alongside them to create enrichment items for animals in local shelters. Students were excited to share their knowledge and take ownership of the project. Seeing community members listen to their ideas, follow their directions, and work together to create something that would bring comfort and stimulation to shelter pets helped students recognize that their learning can have a real-world impact.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, students were eager to explore them and immediately began thinking about how they could use them to help the animals. One especially meaningful moment was watching students confidently guide community members through the enrichment-making process. They explained why enrichment is important for shelter animals and demonstrated how the items could encourage play, curiosity, and mental stimulation. Students were not simply completing an assignment, they were able to teach others, collaborate, problem-solve, and advocate for animals in need.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue building on this experience by reflecting on the enrichment project and considering how we can expand our impact. Students will discuss what worked well, what they learned from leading others, and what additional enrichment ideas they would like to explore. We hope to continue creating opportunities for students to connect classroom learning with service to our community and to use their creativity and leadership skills to make a positive difference for shelter animals.","fullyFundedDate":1779130257826,"projectUrl":"project/community-animal-enrichment-event/10193840/","projectTitle":"Community Animal Enrichment Event","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9826148"},{"teacherId":4673804,"projectId":9301386,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, something truly powerful is happening in our classroom!\r\n\r\nAs soon as the new materials arrived, my students' eyes lit up. These resources weren't just supplies; they were the tools my students needed to bring their vision to life.\r\n\r\nOur student-led project focuses on increasing awareness and understanding of responsible pet care within our community. From the start, students took full ownership. They designed surveys and conducted interviews with classmates, families, and community members to gather insights on current beliefs and practices around pet care. The process sparked thoughtful discussions and revealed just how many misconceptions and gaps exist when it comes to caring for pets.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful moments happened during a planning session for our upcoming community event. The students realized their work could make a real difference.\r\n\r\nRight now, students are hard at work creating educational posters, hands-on activity stations, and short presentations. They're rehearsing demonstrations on topics like nutrition, safe exercise routines, and humane treatment. \r\n\r\nThe upcoming community event will be the culmination of their efforts. It's inspiring to see their passion grow as they connect classroom learning to real-world change.\r\n\r\nYour support didn't just fund a project; it ignited leadership, empathy, and purpose. 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