{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Marlin Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10098071,"projectId":9509500,"letterContent":"Because of your generous donation, our Pre-K classroom has come alive with exploration, imagination, and discovery.\r\n\r\nThe gardening set you provided has given our children the chance to dig, plant, water, and care for living things. Through pretend and hands-on exploration, they are learning responsibility, patience, and the basics of science — understanding that growth takes time and nurturing.\r\n\r\nThe bongos have filled our room with rhythm and joy. Music time is more than fun; it builds listening skills, coordination, early math concepts through pattern recognition, and self-confidence. Watching a child find their rhythm and proudly lead the beat is a beautiful thing.\r\n\r\nWith the mailbox set, our Pre-K students are becoming writers and communicators. They eagerly \"mail\" letters to friends, practice writing their names, and role-play community helpers. This simple gift is strengthening early literacy skills and social development in ways that feel like pure play.\r\n\r\nThe tool set has inspired budding builders and engineers. As children measure, fix, twist, and construct, they are strengthening fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork. They are learning that they can create and repair — powerful lessons in confidence and perseverance.\r\n\r\nAnd the food groups play food has turned our dramatic play center into a hub of healthy learning. Children are sorting foods, learning about nutrition, practicing counting and categorizing, and developing language skills as they \"cook\" meals for one another.\r\n\r\nEach of these gifts does more than entertain. They build:\r\n\r\nEarly literacy\r\n\r\nFine and gross motor skills\r\n\r\nSocial-emotional confidence\r\n\r\nSTEM foundations\r\n\r\nCreativity and imagination\r\n\r\nMost importantly, they build children who believe they are capable.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our Pre-K students are not just playing — they are preparing for kindergarten and beyond. They are exploring the world safely, confidently, and joyfully.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in hands-on learning and in the bright futures of our youngest learners. Your generosity is growing strong roots that will last a lifetime.","fullyFundedDate":1762267576414,"projectUrl":"project/early-childhood-learning-from-hands-on/9509500/","projectTitle":"Early Childhood Learning from Hands- on Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bush","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10098071"},{"teacherId":8639674,"projectId":9731216,"letterContent":"The impact felt by myself and my young learners has been absolutely amazing! As a long-time educator, I never get tired of seeing their excitement at being exposed to new ideas and projects.\r\n\r\nAll donations received are used for the intended purpose and this one was no different. The students and I were super excited to open the boxes that we received in our classroom. While I knew what I wanted for them, It was still exciting to see the individual items hands on for the first time.\r\n\r\nI appreciate all donations received and the generosity shown but most of all, my young scholars also appreciate and cannot wait to dive in.","fullyFundedDate":1761917265021,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-we-will-go/9731216/","projectTitle":"Exploring We Will Go","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peggy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8639674_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746701695083","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-proberson"},{"teacherId":3659596,"projectId":9481707,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Welcome Back with Wristbands, Notepads & Pencils!\" Because of you, my students were welcomed back to school feeling prepared, excited, and valued from the very first day.\r\n\r\nThe wristbands created instant excitement and a sense of belonging, while the notepads and pencils ensured that every student had the tools they needed to learn—no worries, no barriers, just readiness. For many students, having brand-new supplies may seem small, but it makes a powerful difference in confidence and mindset.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helped set a positive tone for the school year. Students walked into the classroom smiling, eager to participate, and proud to get started. You helped create a welcoming environment where students felt supported and ready to grow.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and helping us begin the year with joy, confidence, and purpose. 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