{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Marion Center High School","outOfStateSupporters":53.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7156613,"projectId":10710785,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we have been able to provide students with essential items such as food, gloves, hats, and personal care products. These resources are being used to create care packages that help ensure students have access to basic necessities both at school and at home. Having these items available allows us to support students beyond academics by helping them feel comfortable, cared for, and prepared for each day. These care packages are especially meaningful as the colder months approach, providing warmth, nourishment, and everyday essentials to students who may need a little extra support.\r\n\r\nMy students were excited and grateful to see all of the items provided through this project. They were especially interested in the variety of snacks, winter accessories, and personal care products. It was heartwarming to see their excitement over items that many people may take for granted. These resources have helped remind students that there are people in their community who care about their well-being and want to see them succeed. Knowing that these items are available when needed helps students feel supported, valued, and included.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue organizing and distributing care packages to students as needs arise, especially during the colder winter months. We will also use this opportunity to encourage kindness, gratitude, and the importance of helping others. By having food, warm clothing accessories, and personal care essentials readily available, we can help remove some of the everyday barriers that may interfere with students' ability to focus on learning. 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One of our favorite ways to use it is during math activities, when students can work together at the table to solve problems, play educational games, and practice important skills. The ability to switch between a bench and a table allows us to create a comfortable learning environment that meets the different needs of our students.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when they first saw our new convertible bench! They were especially amazed that it could transform from a bench into a table. They immediately wanted to try it out and were eager to take turns using it. Having a unique seating option has brought excitement into our classroom and has helped make learning feel more inviting and enjoyable. They love having a space that feels different from traditional classroom desks!\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue incorporating our new bench-to-table into daily learning activities. Students will use this space for partner work, hands-on math activities, reading discussions, and educational games that reinforce the skills we are learning. We are also focusing on building independence, communication, and teamwork. This flexible seating option gives students a comfortable place to collaborate while practicing important academic and social skills. 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Having a comfortable space to sit and read has helped create a welcoming environment where students can relax, focus, and enjoy their books.\r\nMy students were very excited when they first saw the floor cushions and bean bag chair. They immediately wanted to try them out and were excited to have new, comfortable places to sit in the classroom. They especially loved the bean bag chair and saw it as a special spot for reading and quiet activities. The new materials brought a lot of excitement and helped make our classroom feel even more inviting.","fullyFundedDate":1786404786537,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-desks-rethinking-classroom-seati/10455812/","projectTitle":"Beyond Desks: Rethinking Classroom Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Globun","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7156613_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689020059593","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsglobun"},{"teacherId":10234356,"projectId":9667183,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom. Because of your kindness, the students I teach now have access to new welding coats, MIG wire, sanders, metal cutting tools, and other much needed equipment. These items are making a huge difference in both the safety and quality of the work students are able to do, as well as in their enthusiasm for learning the many skills that come with time spent in the industrial arts workshop.\r\n\r\nHaving reliable, good quality tools is making a meaningful impact on the Marion Center Industrial Arts program. The students feel valued knowing that people outside of our school believe in their learning and are willing to invest in their future. They take greater pride in their work and approach each project with more confidence and responsibility because of what you have provided.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your generosity and support. Your donation is helping me provide my students with useful lifelong skills that will serve them well and may one day translate into a career, business, or personal passion. 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