{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mary & Zel Lowman Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":61.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":317315,"projectId":9873739,"letterContent":"This project greatly improved my students' learning by igniting their interest in plants. They were enthusiastic about examining the seeds, planting them, and observing their development. I was able to provide my students with an exceptional, hands-on learning experience. Many had never witnessed the origin of fruits and vegetables firsthand. Their excitement was clear! \r\n\r\nAdditionally, incorporating a classroom hydroponic system offers a distinctive, experiential learning opportunity that enhances academic success, social-emotional growth, and environmental consciousness for K–5 students. By growing plants indoors, students participate in genuine, inquiry-based activities that directly relate to core subjects such as science, mathematics, literacy, and health. \r\n\r\nLive aquatic animals and plants have created an interactive, hands-on educational environment that helps learners relate abstract scientific ideas to real-world systems. Taking care of living creatures fosters responsibility, empathy, and routine, while providing students with daily chances to observe growth, change, and cause-and-effect relationships.","fullyFundedDate":1763482984117,"projectUrl":"project/plants-fish-and-future-stem-leaders/9873739/","projectTitle":"Plants, Fish, and Future STEM Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sherman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp317315_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758917858405","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/317315"},{"teacherId":317315,"projectId":9718760,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful for your generous support in fully funding our classroom aquarium project! Thanks to you, students in kindergarten through fifth grade are now experiencing the wonders of aquatic life up close. The addition of our beautiful Koi betta fish has transformed our learning space into a place of curiosity, calm, and discovery.\r\n\r\nAs a learning strategist, I've had the joy of watching students from across grade levels stop by daily to observe, ask questions, and make thoughtful connections between science and responsibility. They are learning about ecosystems, empathy, and the importance of caring for living things. All while strengthening their sense of community within our school.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has created an engaging, hands-on learning opportunity that sparks wonder and joy every single day. My students are excited to interact with the fish as well as use the aquarium as a calming space in our classroom. On behalf of our entire school community, thank you for helping us make learning come alive in such a meaningful way!","fullyFundedDate":1759144251821,"projectUrl":"project/fish-for-first-grade/9718760/","projectTitle":"Fish for First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sherman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp317315_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758917858405","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/317315"},{"teacherId":317315,"projectId":9771847,"letterContent":"As a learning strategist, I play a distinctive role that enables me to engage with students across multiple grade levels within my school. All of my students, from kindergarten to fifth grade, are thrilled to observe the garden's development. I guided my third graders in setting up the hydroponic system and planting the seeds. Subsequently, my kindergarteners took on the task of watering and eagerly awaited the emergence of the sprouts. Now that the sweet pea seeds have begun to grow, there is a collective excitement as everyone checks on their progress daily. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity provided to my students to learn about the plant life cycle and the significance of healthy eating. This is a memorable educational experience for them!\r\nThis project significantly enhanced my students' learning by sparking their curiosity about plants. They were eager to explore the seeds, plant them, and witness their growth. I was able to offer my students a unique, hands-on learning opportunity. Many had never had the chance to see firsthand where fruits and vegetables originate. Their delight was evident!","fullyFundedDate":1759271444856,"projectUrl":"project/growing-minds-one-leaf-at-a-time/9771847/","projectTitle":"Growing Minds, One Leaf at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sherman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp317315_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758917858405","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/317315"},{"teacherId":6229235,"projectId":9300534,"letterContent":"When the new resources for Lobos Garden arrived, my students were thrilled! Even though we haven't started planting yet, they immediately began imagining what we could grow and how we could take care of our garden. One special moment was when students gathered around the materials and started sharing their ideas—some wanted to grow vegetables they could take home, others dreamed of planting colorful flowers to brighten up our school. Their curiosity and excitement showed just how much this project means to them.\r\n\r\nThe first time they saw the supplies, their faces lit up and they asked, \"When do we start? Can we plant tomorrow?\" For many, this will be their very first hands-on gardening experience, so the anticipation is building every day.\r\n\r\nRight now, we are preparing the space and planning what will go into the garden. Our next steps include learning about plant life cycles in science, deciding which plants to grow, and setting up our planting area. Once we begin, students will take on responsibilities like watering, measuring soil, and journaling about plant growth.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, Lobos Garden is becoming more than just a project—it's a place where my students will connect classroom lessons to real-world experiences, build teamwork skills, and take pride in something they create together.","fullyFundedDate":1747163776738,"projectUrl":"project/lobos-garden/9300534/","projectTitle":"Lobo's Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L. Howell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6229235_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742994516231","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6229235"},{"teacherId":2500306,"projectId":9101231,"letterContent":"Upon arrival of the materials, I put the privacy cube together and set it up in my classroom. I added some pillows and the social-emotional books that I requested for my project and it was ready to go. When the students arrived in the classroom they immediately recognized there was something new. They couldn't wait to explore it. The look on their faces when I told them to try it out! \r\nNow that the cube in the classroom, the students that particularly need to use it to help calm and work out their emotions, have been able to do so. Thanks to you all and Ripple for funding this project and giving my students a safe place to calm down.","fullyFundedDate":1746786910490,"projectUrl":"project/a-private-space-to-calm/9101231/","projectTitle":"A Private Space to Calm","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Moore-Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2500306_orig.jpg?crop=343,343,x254,y314&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634691156781","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-pmoore"},{"teacherId":9350525,"projectId":9110892,"letterContent":"On behalf of our school, I want to express my deepest gratitude to your gift to Ms. Capulac's project brought us significant impact on students, particularly those from low-income families. It provides energy boost between meals, enabling my students to focus better in the class and perform well academically. Your gift brought relief and smiles to my students' faces.\r\n\r\nMy students were very happy when they saw the boxes of snacks delivered in our classroom. They asked, where those came from? I told them that those are from the generous donors who wants to share and help them to be focus and be better in the class. They asked \"Do you know them? I answered no, but they want to help and share. \r\n\r\nMy next step for my students is to have them write thank-you notes to show appreciation for the snack donations. I will discuss to them about the importance of food drive and how they can make a difference in their community. I will use the snack donations as an opportunity to teach my students about nutrition, and food preparation. Thank you once again.","fullyFundedDate":1746786245854,"projectUrl":"project/rise-and-shine-snacks-fuel-for-though/9110892/","projectTitle":"\"Rise and Shine Snacks, Fuel for Thoughts\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Capulac","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9350525_orig.jpg?crop=4004,4003,x0,y1174&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755992159713","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9350525"},{"teacherId":3046755,"projectId":8726926,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation. My students love that they have a dedicated center to work on letters in a fun and engaging way. All areas in our room are free choice and the students visit this center daily. \r\nTeaching letters to three year old's is primarily about exposure. The four years learn their letters through play and repeated experiences. The furniture you provided gives the students a place to play with and experiment with letters on a daily basis. \r\nAgain thank you for your generosity. This class is a brand new program and we would not have been able to set up a variety of interactive learning centers without your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1726684644721,"projectUrl":"project/toddler-table-time/8726926/","projectTitle":"Toddler Table Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cress","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3046755"},{"teacherId":6229235,"projectId":9053390,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous donations to our Positive Incentives project, we've been able to create a classroom environment that's both engaging and rewarding for students. The new resources—candies, toys, and squishies—have been a game-changer in motivating students and encouraging positive behavior. For example, during our math lessons, students are working toward earning these rewards by showing focus, completing tasks, and helping their peers. It's been wonderful to see how the excitement of earning a squishy or toy keeps them on track, and it's especially effective in encouraging quieter students to participate more actively. One standout moment was during our group project on geometry when a student who usually struggles to engage with others worked collaboratively and earned a squishy for their effort. It was a proud moment for both the student and myself!\r\nThe moment the students saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement! The squishies were especially a hit—they couldn't wait to hold and squeeze them! It was like a mini celebration for each student as they realized that these items weren't just for fun, but a way to celebrate their hard work and positive behavior. I had students who were usually shy or hesitant to speak up in class, suddenly raising their hands to participate because they saw it as an opportunity to earn rewards. The energy in the classroom shifted, with students more motivated and focused on the task at hand. It's clear that the visual and tactile appeal of the rewards has made a lasting impact. Looking ahead, we're continuing to build on the positive reinforcement system with even more classroom projects that emphasize teamwork and individual growth. Our next focus is on a writing project where students will be encouraged to write creatively, using the incentives to help boost their motivation for completing drafts and revisions. Each stage of the project will have specific reward milestones to ensure continued engagement. We will also be incorporating peer reviews, where students can earn rewards by giving constructive feedback to one another. This keeps the classroom dynamic and fosters a collaborative spirit while also honing their writing skills.\r\nThese new materials have really transformed the way we approach learning. We're so grateful for the support, and I can't wait to see the continued impact they'll have on my students","fullyFundedDate":1743055921709,"projectUrl":"project/positive-incentives/9053390/","projectTitle":"Positive Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L. Howell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6229235_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742994516231","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6229235"},{"teacherId":6229235,"projectId":8936821,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous support from our donors, the incentives like candy, stickers, squish toys, and motivational toys have had a significant positive impact on my students' behavior and engagement. These tangible rewards have created a classroom environment where students feel acknowledged and motivated to do their best.\r\n\r\nThe small but meaningful incentives have encouraged positive behavior, reinforced good habits, and fostered a sense of excitement and anticipation for learning. Whether it's a sticker for completing an assignment on time, a squishy toy for showing kindness, or a piece of candy for showing exceptional effort, these rewards have inspired my students to take pride in their work and continue striving for success.\r\n\r\nMore importantly, these incentives have also helped strengthen students' social-emotional skills, such as self-regulation, perseverance, and teamwork. Students are learning how to set goals, work towards them, and celebrate their progress. This project has not only contributed to academic growth but also fostered a more positive, supportive, and engaged classroom community.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible and for helping my students build both their academic and social-emotional skills in a fun and motivating way!","fullyFundedDate":1733438205445,"projectUrl":"project/essentials-and-incentives-for-student-mo/8936821/","projectTitle":"Essentials and Incentives for Student Motivation!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L. 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