{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Marsing Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2185213,"projectId":9803591,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to see the boxes arrive for this project. The absolutely love seeing the stickers on their papers. They cannot wait to show their parents the stickers they earned. \r\nThey were the most excited about the new privacy folders. Since I use flexible seating in my classroom it was extremely important to have both sizes of privacy folders. The desk privacy folders fit the desks perfectly. Students can do independent work without a neighbor looking at their paper and they still have room to complete an assignment without being crowded. The floor privacy folders were also a big hit. My students that choose the floor seating love that there is a privacy folder tall enough to do the job of the desk size privacy folders. My student are asking daily if they can get a privacy folder. The answer is always, \"Yes!\".","fullyFundedDate":1760812614706,"projectUrl":"project/give-my-students-the-supplies-they-deser/9803591/","projectTitle":"Give My Students the Supplies they Deserve","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hutchings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2185213_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504202740083","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2185213"},{"teacherId":10098283,"projectId":9675064,"letterContent":"Headphones and computer mice have made a tremendous difference in my 4th-grade classroom by improving focus, engagement, and accessibility during lessons. With headphones, students can concentrate on their individual digital learning tasks without distractions from surrounding noise. This has been especially beneficial during reading and math practice on educational platforms, where audio instructions are essential. Students who struggle with attention or auditory processing now have the ability to listen at their own pace and volume, leading to better comprehension and higher confidence in completing assignments independently.\r\n\r\nThe addition of computer mice has also enhanced students' ability to navigate digital tools more efficiently. Many 4th graders find touchpads difficult to control with precision, especially when working on creative projects or typing assignments. With mice, students can more easily click, drag, and highlight text, making online research, drawing, and editing smoother and less frustrating. This has led to greater productivity and fewer interruptions during lessons, allowing students to focus on content rather than on struggling with technology.\r\n\r\nTogether, headphones and mice have created a more inclusive and effective learning environment. They have empowered students to take ownership of their learning, supported differentiated instruction, and helped accommodate a range of learning styles and needs. The improvement in engagement, independence, and confidence is evident—students are not only completing tasks more efficiently but are also showing greater enthusiasm for digital learning activities. These simple tools have had a lasting positive impact on both student success and classroom management.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has brought a real and noticeable change to my students' learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1757425720492,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-have-the-necessary-tool/9675064/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Have the Necessary Tools to Succeed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. John","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10098283"},{"teacherId":2185213,"projectId":9219338,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to see the storage ottomans!! They could not wait to be able to put them to use!\r\n\r\nThe storage ottomans are being used to store learning items. For example; math boxes with place value blocks, dry erase markers and erasers for completing math work on whiteboards, and counting blocks for addition and subtraction practice. The ottomans are also being used as places for students to sit. I use flexible seating in my classroom, and students are able to take turns sitting on the storage ottomans during learning and independent work time. \r\n\r\nMy next steps will be to continue to add learning tools to the storage ottomans in order for my students to have easy access to the tools they will need to enhance and continue the","fullyFundedDate":1743440646922,"projectUrl":"project/sum-of-comfort-stylish-math-science-s/9219338/","projectTitle":"Sum of Comfort: Stylish Math & Science Storage Ottomans","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hutchings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2185213_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504202740083","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2185213"},{"teacherId":2194099,"projectId":9217405,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generous donation to my classroom! Your support will make a real difference in helping my students learn and grow. \r\n\r\nThe excitement as the students opened our boxes and assembled our ottomans was electric. They couldn't wait to fill them with math supplies. Your donation will allow for seamless transitions, easy access to math manipulatives, and a cleaner and more organized work space. My hope is to use the \"ottomath\" concept for many years to come and hopefully add more to our classroom. \r\n\r\n I truly appreciate your kindness and willingness to help.","fullyFundedDate":1743360713076,"projectUrl":"project/ottomath-where-storage-meets-equations/9217405/","projectTitle":"Ottomath: Where Storage Meets Equations!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Swenson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2194099_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710353586665","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/w-swenson"},{"teacherId":9132748,"projectId":8714777,"letterContent":"! Our students have been making great use of the new resources, and we're incredibly grateful for the impact they've had in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe headphones and mice have become essential tools in our daily learning. Since our older Chromebooks often have glitchy touchpads, the mice have alleviated much of the frustration students previously experienced. The headphones have also been invaluable in helping them focus while working on various educational programs.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was palpable! They were not only thrilled about the mice and headphones but also deeply appreciative of all the additional resources. Their gratitude was evident, and it was a wonderful moment to witness.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we are integrating these tools into our current projects to enhance student engagement and learning. Thank you for your generosity—it has truly made a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1732634576170,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-minds-tools-for-creati/8714777/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Minds: Tools for Creative Learning and Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Freeman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9132748_orig.jpg?crop=376,376,x80,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724858974231","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9132748"},{"teacherId":2185213,"projectId":8977505,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the tables and puzzles to complete my \"Puzzling Brain Breaks\" project. My students were so excited when the items were unpacked and ready for them to use. \r\n\r\nThe excitement over being able to put together puzzles during their break time caused quite the buzz in my classroom. I had to put together a schedule to give students assigned days to work on a puzzle. The cooperation I have seen during this puzzle time has been amazing. My students are working together and helping one another. They cannot hardly contain themselves when they rush to tell me that have finished a puzzle. I am so happy to celebrate with them. \r\n\r\nMy next step would be to put together a new project with Donors Choose to get more puzzles for my classroom. Not only has this project provided time for my students to work together, but it has also helped them work on hand-eye coordination and paying attention to details. I would love to get more puzzles for them in order to continue honing these skills.","fullyFundedDate":1733266705457,"projectUrl":"project/puzzling-brain-breaks/8977505/","projectTitle":"Puzzling Brain Breaks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hutchings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2185213_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504202740083","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2185213"},{"teacherId":8142962,"projectId":8812719,"letterContent":"Your generous donation will empower young learners to build focus, independence, and confidence in their academic journey. By providing essential tools such as organizational aids, sensory items, and personalized learning resources, we will create an environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive. These resources will support students in developing essential skills for success, enabling them to engage more fully in their learning and take ownership of their educational experience. With your support, we can foster a love of learning and help every student reach their full potential. Thank you for making a lasting difference!\r\n\r\nThey were so excited when our class project was funded and waited patiently for it to arrive. Upon arrival they were excited and happy to have such great tools to use in our classroom! It made them feel very special knowing that people around the world wanted to help our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1731603130857,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-learners-tools-for-foc/8812719/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Learners: Tools for Focus and Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8142962_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1639194178834","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8142962"},{"teacherId":2194099,"projectId":8693133,"letterContent":"The sounds of excited squeals filled the classroom as smiles spread across happy faces when the first box was carefully opened to legos, marbles, and brightly colored storage bags. My Second Graders eagerly unwrapped, unpacked, and assembled all the new pieces to create Lego Marble Mazes. \r\n\r\nAs the academic day began students were excited to create and complete mazes. Students were engaged, active, and learning all thanks to generous donors who gave to our classroom grant. Our classroom is a hub of learning, movement, and growing. I am excited to see how students progress through the school year and continue to incorporate our new materials into our everyday classroom. \r\n\r\nI am beyond grateful for the support of creating an engaging science and small motor development activity for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1733240842300,"projectUrl":"project/brick-by-brick-crafting-your-lego-maze/8693133/","projectTitle":"Brick by Brick: Crafting Your LEGO Maze Challenge!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Swenson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2194099_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710353586665","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/w-swenson"},{"teacherId":9553863,"projectId":8696999,"letterContent":"We cannot thank you enough for your donation to our mindfulness Monday yoga sessions. Yoga is beneficial for people of all ages. With these new yoga mats, we have started practicing yoga every Monday. At first, the students were a bit apprehensive about it, but once they saw the yoga mats, they were excited. Being able to use an actual yoga mat instead of just the gym floor provides some cushion and real life experience with this equipment. Students feel important and it gives them a sense of responsibility. We make sure to sanitize our mats after every use and roll them up in order to take care of them. \r\nWe are excited to keep using these with our weekly yoga sessions. \r\n\r\nThank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1724965771489,"projectUrl":"project/mindfulness-mondays-with-yoga/8696999/","projectTitle":"Mindfulness Mondays with Yoga","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carrico","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9553863_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y26&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724708914293","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9553863"},{"teacherId":9720703,"projectId":8725698,"letterContent":"I am overwhelmed with gratitude for your generous support in helping fund headphones and holders for my students. Your contributions have made a tangible difference in their learning environment, and I cannot thank you enough.\r\n\r\nWith these headphones and holders, my students now have the tools they need to stay focused, engage more deeply, and learn effectively. Your kindness is not just a gift to me but an investment in their education and future.\r\n\r\nYour belief in my students and your willingness to support their needs mean the world to me. Thank you for being a part of their journey and for showing them that there are people who care deeply about their success.","fullyFundedDate":1729739218288,"projectUrl":"project/quality-headphones-for-all/8725698/","projectTitle":"Quality Headphones for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bohach","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9720703"},{"teacherId":9765539,"projectId":8803702,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our Mice for Learning! The students were so excited to utilize the mice when using chrome books for various learning and testing activities. The mice make navigating sites easier for the students without the frustration they were finding before with older technology.\r\n\r\nThe wipe boards have also been a popular tool in our classroom. 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