{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Newhalen School","outOfStateSupporters":71.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9792131,"projectId":9152542,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our classroom. Your support has made a meaningful and immediate impact on my students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nWith the new laptop chargers, students are now able to fully participate in lessons that require technology. They can complete math activities, engage in remediation or extension tasks tailored to their needs, and collaborate with one another without worrying about their devices losing power. This simple but essential resource has helped create a smoother, more engaging, and more connected learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe math games you provided—such as PEMDice and fraction dominoes—have brought excitement and hands-on practice into our daily routine. These tools not only reinforce key math concepts but also encourage teamwork, strategic thinking, and confidence in problem-solving.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the financial literacy workbooks have been a tremendous asset. One student in particular expressed how much more clearly they understood the material when working with the updated curriculum in these workbooks, especially compared to the outdated resources we previously had. Your donation ensured that all students now have access to relevant, meaningful, and real-world financial lessons that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and their growth. Your generosity truly makes a difference, and we are deeply grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1742008388827,"projectUrl":"project/making-math-count-for-students-in-rural/9152542/","projectTitle":"Making Math Count for Students in Rural Alaska","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9792131"},{"teacherId":9792131,"projectId":9130385,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom! The computer chargers, math manipulatives, such as the 3-D figures, and Teachers Pay Teachers gift card have made a huge impact on my students' learning. The technology, in particular, has allowed students to engage in interactive math lessons, access online resources, and collaborate on projects more effectively. Having reliable chargers ensures that students can stay connected and use their devices throughout the day, which helps them take ownership of their learning and explore new concepts in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nMy students were especially excited about the new math manipulatives and 3-D figures. These hands-on tools make abstract ideas come to life and allow them to visualize shapes, volume, and geometry in ways that are much easier to understand. It's been amazing to watch their confidence grow as they use these materials to solve problems and explain their reasoning to classmates.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular has really benefited from these additions. She used to struggle with spatial reasoning, but since using the 3-D figures, she's been able to build and compare shapes with enthusiasm and clarity. Another group of students now eagerly use their devices to complete interactive math games and digital activities purchased through Teachers Pay Teachers—turning learning into something fun and empowering. Your donations have truly transformed our classroom, and we are so grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1741194601688,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-students-mastering-math/9130385/","projectTitle":"Middle School Students Mastering Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9792131"},{"teacherId":9320116,"projectId":9176549,"letterContent":"On behalf of our biology students, we want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of science materials. Your support has opened doors that many of our students have never experienced before.\r\n\r\nIn our small village school, resources are often limited, and hands-on science opportunities can be rare. Thanks to you, our students are now able to look through microscopes, explore real specimens, and experiment with lab tools that bring science to life. These experiences not only deepen their understanding of biology but also connect classroom learning to their environment, culture, and community.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your generosity and belief in our students' potential! 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Students in the Special Education classroom setting, plus students in the general education setting have access to these materials. \r\n They have helped with sensory input, manipulatives to help with adding and subtracting, and resources to help with life skills that can help outside of the classroom. \r\n With your help, we were able to get these resources in the room, without the concern of where funding will come from.","fullyFundedDate":1742254467356,"projectUrl":"project/stem-activities-and-calming-center-for-a/9160198/","projectTitle":"STEM Activities and Calming Center for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3613215_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630678363719","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3613215"},{"teacherId":9861516,"projectId":9199718,"letterContent":"All thanks to you, my student received their new books just in time for testing. Students were so excited to have titles that they were eager to read after a week of grueling state testing! \r\n\r\nWith all of the Dog Man titles we now have in our classroom, our students have started a Dog Man book club and actively share and pass back and forth the books every day. It is so fulfilling to watch them read, laugh at their books, and share the smiles with their friends by pointing out passages. The Elephant and Piggie books have been a hit during independent reading time for some of my lower level readers. The texts are at their level, yet still silly and engaging. Students get a boost of confidence when they complete a book from the series and can read another all by themselves! \r\n\r\nAll the fresh titles in our classroom have invigorated our classroom community to finish the year reading strong. 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