{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":33.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10386670,"projectId":9963287,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and commitment to our classroom. Because of your support, our students have access to tools and opportunities that truly make a difference in how they learn and grow. Your generosity has helped bring hands-on STEM experiences to life, and we are deeply grateful for the investment you've made in our young learners.\r\nOne of the most exciting impacts has been the growth of 3D printing in our classroom. What started as a new and unfamiliar technology has quickly become a powerful learning tool. Students are now designing, problem-solving, and bringing their ideas into the real world through 3D-printed creations. Their creativity has flourished, and their confidence in tackling complex challenges has grown right alongside it.\r\nThank you again for supporting our students and believing in their potential. Your generosity is not just providing materials—it is inspiring curiosity, innovation, and a love of learning that will stay with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1769177502783,"projectUrl":"project/elementary-stem-3d-printing/9963287/","projectTitle":"Elementary STEM 3D printing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Red","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10386670"},{"teacherId":9843229,"projectId":9880580,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our \"3D Printer Materials\" project. Because of your donation of 3D filament and materials, my 5th grade students now have the opportunity to bring their ideas to life in ways that were previously out of reach.\r\n\r\nThis technology has transformed how my students learn. Instead of simply reading about concepts in science, math, and engineering, they are now actively designing, problem-solving, and creating. Students use critical thinking skills to plan their designs, test prototypes, and make improvements—just like real engineers. It has made learning more hands-on, meaningful, and engaging for every student in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students is seeing their digital designs turn into real, physical objects. There is a sense of pride and accomplishment when they hold something they created from start to finish. It has sparked curiosity, creativity, and a deeper interest in STEM fields.\r\n\r\nI have also seen several students truly thrive with this technology—especially those who may not always shine in traditional academic settings. These students have taken on leadership roles, helping peers troubleshoot designs and think through challenges. The 3D printer has given them a new way to express their strengths and build confidence.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has opened doors for innovation, creativity, and real-world learning experiences in our classroom. Thank you for investing in my students and helping them develop skills that will benefit them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1764718262275,"projectUrl":"project/3d-printer-materials/9880580/","projectTitle":"3D Printer Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Whitticker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9843229_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755130250450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9843229"},{"teacherId":9843229,"projectId":9703340,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our \"3D Printing Technology Integration\" project. Because of your donation of 3D filament and materials, my 5th grade students now have the opportunity to bring their ideas to life in ways that were previously out of reach.\r\n\r\nThis technology has transformed how my students learn. Instead of simply reading about concepts in science, math, and engineering, they are now actively designing, problem-solving, and creating. Students use critical thinking skills to plan their designs, test prototypes, and make improvements—just like real engineers. It has made learning more hands-on, meaningful, and engaging for every student in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students is seeing their digital designs turn into real, physical objects. There is a sense of pride and accomplishment when they hold something they created from start to finish. It has sparked curiosity, creativity, and a deeper interest in STEM fields.\r\n\r\nI have also seen several students truly thrive with this technology—especially those who may not always shine in traditional academic settings. These students have taken on leadership roles, helping peers troubleshoot designs and think through challenges. The 3D printer has given them a new way to express their strengths and build confidence.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has opened doors for innovation, creativity, and real-world learning experiences in our classroom. Thank you for investing in my students and helping them develop skills that will benefit them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1764745074615,"projectUrl":"project/3d-printing-technology-integration/9703340/","projectTitle":"3D Printing Technology Integration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Whitticker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9843229_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755130250450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9843229"},{"teacherId":7286193,"projectId":9920246,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"Boosting Our Classroom with Everyday Essentials.\" Your generosity is making a meaningful difference in our classroom. \r\n\r\nStudents are using their mini offices, or privacy boards, during independent work time to help them stay focused and minimize distractions. The boards create a quiet personal space where students can concentrate on their reading, writing, and math activities. \r\n\r\nAlso, our students are using the new pencil pouches to organize and sort their math materials, such as coins and fraction pieces. Having these materials neatly stored helps students quickly access what they need during math activities. It also encourages responsibility and keeps their learning tools in one place. The pouches make hands-on learning smoother and help students stay focused while exploring important math concepts.\r\n\r\nStudents are using the cardboard stock paper to create their science projects on life cycles. The sturdy paper allows them to draw, label, and display the different stages of life cycles clearly. This hands-on activity helps students better understand how living things grow and change while also encouraging creativity and organization in their work.\r\n\r\nThese essentials may seem simple, but they have a powerful impact on students' confidence and ability to focus on their learning. Your kindness helps create a classroom where every child feels prepared and supported each day.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for investing in their success. 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It made me laugh and also thankful to have a nice new classroom center piece! \r\n\r\nI hope you enjoy the photos and I would love you to remember how special this has made my classroom and school year. I cannot thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1752357347991,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-the-future-help-third-graders-t/9413831/","projectTitle":"Fueling the Future: Help Third Graders Thrive!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stuff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6009337_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y194&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749858836093","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stuff"},{"teacherId":9843229,"projectId":9113912,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation toward our 5th grade class 3D printing project. Your support brought so much excitement to our classroom—students came to school each day eager to brainstorm ways 3D printing could be woven into our lessons. They searched for real problems that could be solved with items they designed and printed, showing remarkable creativity and ingenuity.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students experienced an opportunity that few their age will ever have. You've not only enriched their learning but also sparked a love for innovation that will stay with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1739713095210,"projectUrl":"project/3d-stem-technology-integration/9113912/","projectTitle":"3D STEM Technology Integration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Whitticker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9843229_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755130250450","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9843229"},{"teacherId":9397619,"projectId":8081833,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous contributions, students at Mary Castle Elementary received brand-new recorders for use in their music class! 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