{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"McCollough - Unis School","outOfStateSupporters":43.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7821357,"projectId":10646736,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our rain stick project! Many of our group projects are going to be greatly enhanced by having these instruments. Now we have enough for all groups to have at least one, allowing more students to play. \r\n\r\nDonors like you make these experiences possible for our kids when they may miss out completely otherwise. Your donation expands their access to instruments which they may never have a chance to see or use anywhere else. Thank you so much for your generous donation to our program!","fullyFundedDate":1789679794153,"projectUrl":"project/forecast-for-music-class-100-chance-of/10646736/","projectTitle":"Forecast for Music Class: 100% Chance of Rain Sticks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimmerly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7821357_orig.jpg?crop=783,783,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1618678362098","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7821357"},{"teacherId":4354237,"projectId":10293044,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and investment in our classroom! When the boxes arrived, my students were absolutely thrilled. Their eyes lit up as we opened package after package filled with fresh, vibrant supplies. For many of my students, having brand-new, high-quality materials, from bright cardstock and pre-sharpened pencils to colourful scissors and dry-erase supplies, makes them feel valued and truly prepared to learn each day.\r\n\r\nThese resources have already transformed our daily learning environment. Recently, we \r\nused the cardstock, paper fasteners, and new craft tools to create interactive science and literacy foldables. Instead of worrying about running low on basic supplies like glue or tape, every student had everything they needed right at their fingertips. The dry-erase markers and magnetic erasers have made our daily math warm-ups fast, engaging, and collaborative, allowing students to work through problems on individual whiteboards without hesitation or delay. Having organized mesh pouches has also empowered my students to take pride in keeping their learning tools tidy and ready for action.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are excited to keep this momentum going! Our next major step is a collaborative hands-on project where students will design and present their own interactive learning models using our new dice, cardstock, and craft supplies. Your kindness did not just provide basic tools; it created an environment where creativity, confidence, and active learning can thrive every single day. Thank you for making a direct and meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1789057350701,"projectUrl":"project/small-tools-big-dreams/10293044/","projectTitle":"Small Tools, Big Dreams!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4354237_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1489687979736","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4354237"},{"teacherId":7821357,"projectId":10503286,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving our students the ability to move around with our ukes! The first thing on the list is straps. Often times, when students perform on ukuleles, they would like to be able to stand up. However, they often don't have the dexterity yet to hold the instrument properly while strumming and playing chords. Straps keep the ukulele from falling on the floor. The kids love them!\r\n\r\nThe second item is picks. Beginners' fingers will get tired pretty easily at the beginning. \r\nWhile strumming is a skill that we work on, having picks means that students can play longer. Both of these items are enhancing student success on the ukulele!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for contributing to our music room!","fullyFundedDate":1787320579195,"projectUrl":"project/strumming-up-success/10503286/","projectTitle":"Strumming Up Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimmerly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7821357_orig.jpg?crop=783,783,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1618678362098","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7821357"},{"teacherId":7821357,"projectId":10503211,"letterContent":"Adding bongos to our classroom has allowed younger students to keep the beat during songs! The construction of these specific bongos allows students to play them easily without having to master holding the instrument properly. They are small enough that our smallest students in our Young Fives class can handle them appropriately. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for donating bongos to our program! Donors like you make these experiences possible for our kids when they may miss out completely otherwise. Thank you so much for your generous donation to our program.","fullyFundedDate":1787320535721,"projectUrl":"project/bongo-bonanza/10503211/","projectTitle":"Bongo Bonanza!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimmerly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7821357_orig.jpg?crop=783,783,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1618678362098","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7821357"},{"teacherId":7821357,"projectId":10503231,"letterContent":"These tuners will be a big part of our ukulele unit coming later this year! Students here have been learning ukuleles on and off since January of 2026. Some students show deep interest and want to continue at home. With these tuners, I will be able to teacher students to tune the ukuleles! Without learning to tune, students are dependent on me or others to make their ukuleles sound \"right.\" If your instrument doesn't sound right, it is far less enticing to play at home.\r\n\r\nThese tools give us the chance to make our ukuleles sound like ukuleles. Now, students who want to play at home will have the ability to do so successfully, which will keep them playing. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for donating tuners to our classroom so we become independent on our ukuleles! Your generosity is very much appreciated! We can't wait to learn to tune!","fullyFundedDate":1787320536742,"projectUrl":"project/tuners-for-independence/10503231/","projectTitle":"Tuners for Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimmerly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7821357_orig.jpg?crop=783,783,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1618678362098","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7821357"},{"teacherId":7821357,"projectId":10503166,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our seats for drumming! Our students are so excited to have drum seating for which they can be fully responsible. I currently have students in 1st - 5th grade using these items, but will add them to kindergarten throughout the year. Having students able to get out and put things away adds to their ownership of the whole experience. \r\n\r\nDonors like you make these experiences possible for our kids when they may miss out completely otherwise. Your donation expands their access to music from around the world, which they may never have a chance to see or use anywhere else. Thank you so much for your generous donation to our program.","fullyFundedDate":1787320584279,"projectUrl":"project/sound-seating/10503166/","projectTitle":"Sound Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimmerly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7821357_orig.jpg?crop=783,783,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1618678362098","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7821357"},{"teacherId":7821357,"projectId":10503051,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving us access to a class set of headphones! Before you funded this project, we had 10 keyboards and and zero headphones. Having headphones allows the sound level in the room to stay at a manageable level. When all students are playing instruments all at once, the sound level can encourage a more chaotic atmosphere. \r\n\r\nWhen students are able to work quietly, they can focus on their learning. The headphones in this project can plug into each other, allowing all students sharing the instrument the ability to hear what is being played.","fullyFundedDate":1787320565008,"projectUrl":"project/sharing-sound/10503051/","projectTitle":"Sharing Sound","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimmerly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7821357_orig.jpg?crop=783,783,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1618678362098","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7821357"},{"teacherId":7821357,"projectId":10330980,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our music room! We are so excited to add this keyboard to our class. We can't wait to use it to learn notation and ensemble skills. I can not thank you enough for making our cause a priority. Please know that your donation will have an impact on an entire school's population of elementary students. Thank you again for prioritizing education and music in your giving.\r\n\r\nDonors like you make these experiences possible for our kids when they may miss out completely otherwise. Your donation expands their access to music from around the world, which they may never have a chance to see or use anywhere else. Thank you so much for your generous donation to our program.","fullyFundedDate":1783985808540,"projectUrl":"project/not-your-average-keyboard-warriors/10330980/","projectTitle":"Not Your Average Keyboard Warriors","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimmerly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7821357_orig.jpg?crop=783,783,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1618678362098","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7821357"},{"teacherId":7821357,"projectId":10159473,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our Boom Whacker project! Many of the songs that we use for this require a large quantity of instruments. Having enough for everyone can be tricky. This pack of Boom Whackers will allow more students to play at a time. It will also allow more students to play during performances. \r\n\r\nDonors like you make these experiences possible for our kids when they may miss out completely otherwise. Your donation expands their access to instruments which they may never have a chance to see or use anywhere else. Thank you so much for your generous donation to our program.","fullyFundedDate":1787320491744,"projectUrl":"project/boom-whack-and-roll-making-music-magi/10159473/","projectTitle":"Boom, Whack, and Roll: Making Music Magical","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimmerly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7821357_orig.jpg?crop=783,783,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1618678362098","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7821357"},{"teacherId":7821357,"projectId":10503182,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our music room sensory materials! Our students are so excited to have an interesting place to sit that occupies their body so they can focus on learning. I currently have students in kindergarten through 2nd grade using these items, but will add them to upper grade levels throughout the year. Students want to know all about them and how they work. They can't keep from touching them! We are still working on routines to fully incorporate them into our class.\r\n\r\nDonors like you make these experiences possible for our kids when they may miss out completely otherwise. Your donation expands their access to musical learning by capturing parts of their attention while allowing them to listen and learn. Thank you so much for your generous donation to our program.","fullyFundedDate":1787320520685,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-while-you-work/10503182/","projectTitle":"Wiggle While You Work!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kimmerly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7821357_orig.jpg?crop=783,783,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1618678362098","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7821357"},{"teacherId":9989247,"projectId":10214238,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to our classroom!! The addition of walkie talkies and cameras into our inventory is a game changer for upcoming performances and recruitment activites. I've never seen so many hands raise up so quickly as when the students found out that someone would be responsible for taking photos during upcoming trips and travel. They are so excited to have new technology to make life easier.\r\n\r\nOur drama department teachers were ecstatic when I told them about the new walkie talkies too. In previous years we have borrow our school's emergency walkie talkies from our office staff. With charging issues, the office being locked at the end of rehearsal, and all of the leg work involved with gathering and distributing them daily, these walkie talkies will ensure that we are able to run rehearsals without delay and have more crew members on comms to ensure a successful performance.\r\n\r\nThank you so much!!","fullyFundedDate":1787320546755,"projectUrl":"project/lights-communication-action/10214238/","projectTitle":"Lights! Communication! Action!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9989247_orig.jpg?crop=947,947,x550,y550&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743533530623","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9989247"},{"teacherId":7821357,"projectId":10116529,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to our beat keeping buddy materials! Our students are so excited to use our new buddies to keep the beat during songs. I currently have students in young 5s and kindergarten using these items, but will add them to first grade next year. Students love all of the different colors and textures of the small stuffed animals. Many of them also have a bell or crinkle paper inside, so the function as an instrument as well as a beat keeping device. They can't keep from touching them! \r\n\r\nDonors like you make these experiences possible for our kids when they may miss out completely otherwise. Your donation expands their access to classroom tools and instruments from around the world, which they may never have a chance to see or use anywhere else. 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