{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Murphy Ranch Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":7.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3939089,"projectId":9925243,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your thoughtful donation of the HP Sprocket Studio Plus. This wonderful addition to our classroom has brought so much joy and excitement to my students. With this printer, I've been able to capture and print special moments from our daily activities. Whether it's a group project or a small achievement, having printed photos allows us to preserve and celebrate these experiences in a meaningful way.\r\nMy students absolutely love seeing themselves in pictures. It builds their confidence, strengthens our classroom community, and makes learning feel even more personal and memorable. These photos have quickly become treasured keepsakes that bring smiles to their faces every day. Your generosity has helped create an engaging learning environment and I am so thankful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1765400072550,"projectUrl":"project/say-cheese/9925243/","projectTitle":"Say Cheese!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Powell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3939089_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1475241831642","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3939089"},{"teacherId":3939089,"projectId":9969889,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your thoughtful contribution to our classroom. The color printer you provided has truly made a meaningful difference in our daily learning experience. Being able to bring color images into the classroom has transformed the way my students engage with lessons. From vibrant visuals that support reading comprehension to eye-catching math activities and creative projects, the addition of color has made learning more dynamic and exciting for everyone.\r\nThe students are more motivated, focused, and inspired when they can interact with materials that are bright and engaging. It may seem like a simple tool, but it has had a powerful impact on how I teach and how my students learn. Your generosity is directly helping to create a richer, more stimulating environment for my first graders, and I am incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1766441407038,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-learn-in-full-color/9969889/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Learn in Full Color","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Powell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3939089_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1475241831642","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3939089"},{"teacherId":1864290,"projectId":9697246,"letterContent":"Our second graders have thoroughly enjoyed all of the building materials. The Legos have been used throughout the year along with the magnetic building kits. The kiddos took home the stem kits and brought them back for the evening of Open House when we celebrated our \"Town of Teamwork\" and shared our success with families.\r\n\r\nThis project created excitement for the Cool Cats as they anticipated sharing their successes with their family. In addition to this, we were able to incorporate Social Studies standards by thinking about rules that would be applicable at all major buildings in a downtown area. We used our math skills to show our understanding of repeated addition as multiplication, and demonstrated our understanding of measurement in both centimeters and inches. We also referenced our shapes as rectangular prisms. \r\n\r\nIn addition to this the kids took such pride in what they had created and had an opportunity to work together, to compromise, and to find ways to work through their differences as they built their cities. What an amazing experience! Thank you for supporting us in this endeavor.","fullyFundedDate":1758812492182,"projectUrl":"project/design-our-city-2nd-grade-engineers-bui/9697246/","projectTitle":"Design Our City: 2nd Grade Engineers Building a Sustainable World","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Humble","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1864290_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660860614299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1864290"},{"teacherId":411577,"projectId":9751039,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us bridge the gap between our current science program and more engaging ways to present content. Thanks to your donations, we have been able to access Mystery Science materials, as well as purchase resources on Teachers Pay Teachers that ensure our lessons are aligned to standards.\r\n\r\nThis emphasis on standards is essential, and the materials purchased through Teachers Pay Teachers allow us to address key elements that Mystery Science alone cannot fully cover.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your support as we work to make learning both meaningful and engaging for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768016688377,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-science-to-life/9751039/","projectTitle":"Bringing Science to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cosgrove","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missgiokaris"},{"teacherId":1985613,"projectId":9303590,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom library has transformed into a space that truly celebrates diversity, kindness, and inclusion. The moment the books arrived, my students gathered around with wide eyes and excited whispers, eager to explore stories that reflected their own lives and introduced them to new perspectives. As we began reading together, I noticed meaningful connections being made—students proudly pointing out characters who looked like them or shared similar experiences, while others asked thoughtful questions and showed genuine curiosity about cultures and identities different from their own. These books have quickly become a cherished part of our daily routine, from read-alouds to independent reading time.\r\n\r\nOne especially powerful moment happened during a read-aloud when a student quietly shared, \"That character is like me.\" It opened the door for a beautiful class discussion about empathy, respect, and understanding one another. Since then, students have been more intentional with their words and actions, showing increased kindness and inclusion during both academic and social times. The books have not only supported literacy growth but have also strengthened our classroom community in ways that go far beyond academics.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these books as part of our reading, writing, and social-emotional learning lessons. Students will be engaging in activities such as creating their own stories that reflect their identities, participating in partner discussions about themes of kindness, and exploring how we can make our classroom—and the world—a more inclusive place. Your support has made a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for the opportunity to learn, grow, and celebrate each other through these meaningful resources.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,\r\nMrs. Carlson","fullyFundedDate":1746849596742,"projectUrl":"project/a-classroom-that-celebrates-diversity-k/9303590/","projectTitle":"A Classroom That Celebrates Diversity, Kindness, and Inclusion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Carlson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1985613_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746850185636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrscarlson2grade"},{"teacherId":5036958,"projectId":9792574,"letterContent":"I can't tell you how much fun our class had sharing books with other students and the community through this project. When the materials came they were so curious and so excited to help set everything up together as a class. The joy they had and the smiles they had on their faces was oh so sweet. I am so thankful that you gave us this opportunity as it was something we wouldn't have thought of, if it wasn't for this nice gift from you and from donors choose. Thank you for this opportunity! Our TKs had a blast.","fullyFundedDate":1763046367759,"projectUrl":"project/sharing-stories-through-community-servic/9792574/","projectTitle":"Sharing Stories Through Community Service","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ocon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5036958_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1513147456798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jennifer-teamhuckon"},{"teacherId":411577,"projectId":10011815,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating towards our project! This request was a combination of basic supplies as well as items that will enhance our future art sessions. As basic as it sounds, the glue sticks and black Expo markers have been a game changer in the classroom! (The photos show students gluing the day the packages started to arrive.) We are no longer counting down the glue sticks every time we hand one out. The art supplies will be put into motion in the coming months as we utilize the paints for Open House projects. Thank you so much for your love and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1768450538098,"projectUrl":"project/essential-art-and-classroom-supplies-for/10011815/","projectTitle":"Essential Art and Classroom Supplies for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cosgrove","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missgiokaris"},{"teacherId":411577,"projectId":9750922,"letterContent":"Your contributions towards this have already sparked joy, curiosity, and love of science! From the chemical and physical reactions we observed with the baking soda and vinegar tools, to the worm observations, the students have shown delight and wonder, thanks to your donations. \r\n\r\nWhen it is science time, the students love to ask, \"Is it Mystery Science?\" They are hoping that the answer is yes, because that means that the supplies from the kits will be used, promoting engagement. \r\n\r\nWe have just scratched the surface of the supplies you have brought to our classroom and can't wait to keep the explorations coming.","fullyFundedDate":1758770254251,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-science-sparks-curiosity/9750922/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Science Sparks Curiosity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cosgrove","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missgiokaris"},{"teacherId":411577,"projectId":9750981,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution toward Scholastic Storyworks. Your support has provided my students with access to high-quality, engaging reading material that truly meets them where they are. Because of you, reading time in our classroom has become something students look forward to—filled with curiosity, discussion, and excitement rather than hesitation or frustration.\r\n\r\nStoryworks has had a powerful impact by presenting content in multiple formats, including paired texts, articles, plays, audio options, and visual supports. This variety has motivated even reluctant readers by giving them different ways to access the same material. Students who may struggle with traditional texts feel empowered when they can listen, read along, or engage through performance and discussion. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and making our learning a priority! We appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1762105318094,"projectUrl":"project/motivated-to-read-ready-to-learn/9750981/","projectTitle":"Motivated to Read, Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cosgrove","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missgiokaris"},{"teacherId":411577,"projectId":9274631,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom and for making it possible for my students to work with oil pastels. Your contribution has had a meaningful and lasting impact on our learning environment, and I am truly grateful for your belief in the power of creativity and hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nTh oil pastels have become a powerful tool in our classroom. Students have used them to explore color blending, shading, and texture in ways that feel accessible and joyful. Unlike crayons or colored pencils, oil pastels allow students to layer, mix, and experiment freely. This has been especially impactful for students who may struggle with traditional academic tasks but thrive when given creative outlets. I have watched students who are usually hesitant to participate become confident artists, eager to share their work and explain their choices.\r\n\r\nThank you for your love and support!","fullyFundedDate":1746899285543,"projectUrl":"project/artists-at-work/9274631/","projectTitle":"Artists at Work","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cosgrove","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missgiokaris"},{"teacherId":411577,"projectId":9788865,"letterContent":"Allstate, your dedication to students, teachers, and community is amazing! Thank you for your generosity and for making education and outreach a priority. \r\nThe students are so excited to begin infusing love and kindness into our school and community. Now that we are back from break, we will begin to package and prepare the seeds. In addition, we look forward to spreading kindness to our buddies with the bracelet supplies that we have obtained. The button maker is ready to be tested. This is a tool that will produce something to serve as a reminder of our commitment to better the world around us. We appreciate what you have done for us all!","fullyFundedDate":1761310427521,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-kindness-one-note-seed-and/9788865/","projectTitle":"Spreading Kindness, One Note, Seed, and Bracelet at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cosgrove","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missgiokaris"},{"teacherId":3073505,"projectId":9617694,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our classroom now has a color printer, and it has already made a meaningful impact on student learning. One of the most exciting uses has been the creation of Brag Tags, which are colorful, motivating rewards students earn for effort, growth, and positive behavior. Being able to print these in color makes them more engaging and special for students, turning recognition into something they truly value and feel proud to earn.\r\n\r\nBeyond Brag Tags, the color printer enhances learning in many other ways. It allows us to create vibrant instructional materials such as charts, graphic organizers, reading resources, and visual aids that help students better understand and retain new concepts. Color-coding also supports organization, comprehension, and accessibility for young learners.\r\n\r\nOverall, this printer has become an essential classroom tool that supports creativity, motivation, and effective instruction. 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