{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Northeast Lauderdale Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":52.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":10269304,"letterContent":"The impact of this project is helping kindergarten students develop important social-emotional skills like self-control, patience, responsibility, and kindness through engaging, relatable stories. These books give students the language and examples they need to better understand their emotions, solve problems, and make positive choices throughout the school day.\r\nBy seeing characters experience challenges similar to their own, students learn healthy ways to handle frustration, practice patience, and build stronger friendships. The project also creates meaningful classroom discussions that encourage empathy, communication, and self-awareness.\r\n\r\nBeyond literacy, these books help create a more positive classroom environment where students feel supported, understood, and confident in expressing themselves. The lessons learned from these stories will impact students not only academically, but socially and emotionally as they continue to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1778524301498,"projectUrl":"project/little-engineers-big-ideas/10269304/","projectTitle":"Little Engineers, Big Ideas!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9074504_orig.jpg?crop=1876,1876,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686768522595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9074504"},{"teacherId":6395610,"projectId":10200833,"letterContent":"This project will allow my kindergarten students to experience the meaningful responsibility that comes with caring for living things after watching our chicks hatch in the classroom. Instead of the learning ending on hatch day, my students will continue the journey by helping feed, water, observe, and care for our growing chicks each day. These hands-on experiences will transform our classroom into a nurturing environment filled with curiosity, compassion, and teamwork.\r\nWith a feeder, waterer, portable coop, and solar-powered fan, students will learn how proper care helps animals stay healthy and safe. They will take part in daily routines that encourage responsibility, independence, and problem-solving while building strong social-emotional skills like empathy and patience. Caring for the chicks together will also strengthen teamwork as students work side by side to make sure our classroom animals have everything they need. The portable chicken coop will give our chicks a safe outdoor space to explore, while the solar-powered fan will help keep them cool and comfortable during warmer weather. These supplies will allow students to observe how environments affect living things and better understand the importance of meeting an animal's needs with kindness and consistency. For many of my students, this will be their first opportunity to care for animals in such a personal and meaningful way. The memories they create while nurturing the chicks will stay with them long after kindergarten and help foster a lifelong love of learning and respect for living things. Your support will help create an unforgettable classroom experience where students don't just learn about responsibility and compassion—they practice it every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1778524301721,"projectUrl":"project/our-chicks-cozy-classroom-farm/10200833/","projectTitle":"Our Chicks’ Cozy Classroom Farm!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6395610_orig.jpg?crop=328,328,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655389970564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/donna-smith20"},{"teacherId":6395610,"projectId":10200751,"letterContent":"Watching chicks hatch in our classroom will turn science into a real-life experience my students will never forget. Instead of simply reading about animal life cycles in a book, my kindergartners will observe each stage firsthand—from eggs resting in the incubator to fluffy chicks taking their very first steps. This hands-on learning experience will spark curiosity, excitement, and meaningful classroom discussions every single day.\r\nThe incubator and brooder will give my students the opportunity to practice important academic and social-emotional skills. They will make observations, ask questions, record predictions, and learn new science vocabulary while developing patience, responsibility, and empathy as they help care for living things. These experiences encourage critical thinking and create authentic connections to STEM learning in a way that young children truly understand.\r\nFor many of my students, this will be their first close experience with farm animals or witnessing new life begin. The joy and wonder of hatch day will create lasting memories and inspire a love of learning that reaches far beyond our classroom walls. Your support will help create a classroom environment where curiosity grows, learning becomes interactive, and students feel excited to discover the world around them.\r\nWith your help, our classroom will become a place where science comes alive—one tiny chick at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1778186920695,"projectUrl":"project/hatching-curiosity-little-learners-big/10200751/","projectTitle":"Hatching Curiosity: Little Learners, Big Discoveries!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6395610_orig.jpg?crop=328,328,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655389970564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/donna-smith20"},{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":10007111,"letterContent":"This project made a wonderful impact on my classroom by bringing excitement, laughter, and engagement into our daily reading time. The new books immediately captured my students' attention, especially my reluctant readers, who became eager to participate in read-alouds and classroom discussions.\r\nThe seasonal and humorous stories helped create a warm, joyful classroom environment where students could connect through shared laughter and imagination. Books about penguins, snowmen, dragons, and friendship encouraged students to ask questions, make predictions, and build important comprehension and vocabulary skills in a fun and meaningful way.\r\nBeyond academics, these stories also supported social-emotional learning by opening conversations about kindness, friendship, patience, and empathy. Students looked forward to reading each day, and many began independently choosing books more often during free reading time.\r\nThanks to this project, our classroom library became a place of excitement, comfort, and discovery, helping my students grow not only as readers, but also as confident and enthusiastic learners.","fullyFundedDate":1773874186646,"projectUrl":"project/yeti-penguins-and-gigglesoh-my/10007111/","projectTitle":"Yeti, Penguins, and Giggles—Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9074504_orig.jpg?crop=1876,1876,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686768522595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9074504"},{"teacherId":6395610,"projectId":9876823,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom is becoming a place where learning truly comes to life. This project is giving my kindergarten students the opportunity to explore, discover, and grow in ways that go far beyond a textbook.\r\nWith our indoor raised garden and fish aquarium garden, students will experience the wonder of watching seeds sprout and plants thrive right before their eyes. They will see firsthand how living things depend on one another, building a deeper understanding of science through real-world observation and care.\r\nInspired by stories like The Little Red Hen and Stone Soup, my students are learning that teamwork, responsibility, and kindness lead to meaningful results. Each child will play a role in planting, watering, and nurturing our garden, helping them develop a sense of pride and ownership in their learning.\r\nThis project also connects to healthy habits, as students discover where food comes from and gain excitement about fresh, homegrown ingredients. These hands-on experiences strengthen skills in reading, science, and collaboration while fostering curiosity and confidence.\r\nMost importantly, you are helping create a classroom environment where students feel empowered to explore, work together, and grow—not just plants, but themselves.\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping us turn our classroom into a living, growing story. Your support is making a lasting impact we will see and celebrate every day!","fullyFundedDate":1763584131535,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-farmers-big-dreams/9876823/","projectTitle":"Tiny Farmers, Big Dreams!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6395610_orig.jpg?crop=328,328,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655389970564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/donna-smith20"},{"teacherId":6395610,"projectId":9863030,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom will be filled with even more joy, movement, and meaningful learning experiences. Your support brings learning to life in ways that truly matter for kindergarteners—through play, exploration, and connection.\r\nWith the addition of the parachute, my students will experience the magic of teamwork as they lift, wave, and move together. These moments are more than just fun—they help build essential social skills like cooperation, communication, and inclusion. Every child has a place under the parachute, and every child feels the excitement of being part of something bigger.The movement-based materials—jumbo inflatable dice, jump ropes, and an inflatable ball—will transform everyday lessons into engaging, hands-on experiences. Students will be able to practice math, literacy, and coordination skills while staying active and energized. These tools encourage confidence, creativity, and collaboration, helping each child grow academically and physically.Most importantly, your kindness is creating a classroom environment where students feel happy, supported, and excited to learn each day. You are helping foster a lifelong love of learning by making it active, joyful, and inclusive.Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their growth. Your generosity truly makes a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1765201238109,"projectUrl":"project/up-up-and-away-with-parachute-play/9863030/","projectTitle":"Up, Up, and Away with Parachute Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6395610_orig.jpg?crop=328,328,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655389970564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/donna-smith20"},{"teacherId":9001071,"projectId":9875999,"letterContent":"I truly appreciate your support in providing decodable books and reading tools for my kindergarten students. These resources have completely changed the way my students experience reading time. During our small-group instruction, students can now practice specific phonics skills using books that match exactly what they are learning. Recently, I watched a student slowly work through a story, using their letter sounds and blending skills, and then proudly reread it with more confidence. It was such a powerful reminder of how important the right tools are.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, there was an immediate sense of excitement and curiosity. Students were eager to pick up the books and try them out, and many were surprised to find that they could actually read the words on the page. That sense of accomplishment has made a huge difference in their willingness to take risks and keep trying, even when reading feels challenging.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these resources to strengthen decoding, build fluency, and support comprehension as students begin to read more independently. My goal is to help each child see themselves as a reader, and because of your generosity, that goal is becoming a reality every day. Thank you for being such an important part of their journey.","fullyFundedDate":1769055758949,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-launching-lifelong-readers/9875999/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Launching Lifelong Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9001071_orig.jpg?crop=1920,1920,x0,y480&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1681243643524","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9001071"},{"teacherId":9001071,"projectId":9875916,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our kindergarten classroom. The math centers and supplies have already made such a difference for my students. We've been using them during our daily rotations, and it's been amazing to see students actively engaged with counting, sorting, building numbers, and working together to solve problems. One of my favorite moments was watching a group of students use the manipulatives to explain their thinking to each other, it really showed how much their confidence is growing.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Their eyes lit up, and they couldn't wait to explore everything. What I love most is how these resources have turned learning into something hands-on and meaningful, instead of just something we talk about.\r\n\r\nAs we move into addition and subtraction, these tools will continue to support their understanding and help them build a strong foundation in math. Thank you again for making this possible and for being a part of our classroom journey!","fullyFundedDate":1763552339143,"projectUrl":"project/counting-building-learning-growing-st/9875916/","projectTitle":"Counting, Building, Learning: Growing Strong Math Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9001071_orig.jpg?crop=1920,1920,x0,y480&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1681243643524","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9001071"},{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":9876588,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and making this project possible. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to books that do so much more than teach reading skills — they help teach life skills that young children need every single day.\r\nThe impact of this project is already being felt in our classroom community. Through these stories, my students are learning how to recognize their emotions, practice self-control, and take responsibility for their actions. Books that model patience, kindness, and problem-solving give my students safe, relatable examples of how to handle big feelings and challenging situations.\r\nThese books are helping spark meaningful conversations during storytime and beyond. Students are beginning to use the language from these stories to express themselves, solve conflicts with friends, and make better choices throughout the school day. For many of my students, these books help them see that they are not alone in their feelings — and that they have the power to make positive choices.\r\nYour support is helping build confident, emotionally aware learners who are growing not only academically, but socially and emotionally as well. You are helping create a classroom environment where students feel supported, understood, and empowered to be their best selves.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their growth. Your kindness is making a lasting difference in our classroom, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1764792102229,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-build-big-feelings-and-bright/9876588/","projectTitle":"Books That Build Big Feelings and Bright Choices","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9074504_orig.jpg?crop=1876,1876,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686768522595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9074504"},{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":9895671,"letterContent":"Because of your kindness and generosity, math is coming to life in our classroom in ways I have always hoped for. Your support has provided my students with hands-on tools that are helping them truly understand numbers instead of just memorizing them. This project is already making a powerful difference in how my students learn, think, and feel about math.\r\nWith these manipulatives, my students can physically build numbers, compare quantities, and model addition and subtraction problems. Concepts like place value, number relationships, and comparing numbers are no longer abstract or confusing — they are something my students can see, touch, and explore. This is especially important for young learners who need concrete experiences to build strong academic foundations.\r\nThe impact goes far beyond math skills. I am seeing increased confidence, stronger problem-solving skills, and more student discussions about math thinking. Students who were once hesitant are now excited to participate. They are working together, explaining their reasoning, and celebrating when they figure something out. These are life-long learning skills that will support them far beyond kindergarten.\r\nYour generosity is helping create a classroom where students feel capable, successful, and excited to learn. You are helping build not just math skills, but confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for making such a meaningful and lasting impact on their education.","fullyFundedDate":1764792105328,"projectUrl":"project/building-number-ninjas-hands-on-math-fo/9895671/","projectTitle":"Building Number Ninjas: Hands-On Math for Growing Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9074504_orig.jpg?crop=1876,1876,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686768522595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9074504"},{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":9965159,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting our classroom. Because of you, my students now have the opportunity to experience learning in a hands-on, meaningful, and exciting way. Your donation is making a real and lasting difference in their daily school experience.\r\nWith these resources, my students are able to build confidence, strengthen fine motor skills, practice listening and focus, and learn how to work together as a team. Opportunities like this help students discover new interests and talents they may have never known they had. For many of my students, school is where they are first introduced to experiences like this, and your kindness helps make those moments possible.\r\nYour support also helps create a classroom environment filled with joy, creativity, and engagement. When students are excited about learning, they are more willing to take risks, try new things, and believe in themselves. The impact of your donation goes far beyond the classroom materials — you are helping shape positive attitudes toward learning that can last a lifetime.\r\nMost importantly, your generosity shows my students that there are people who believe in them, support them, and want them to succeed. That message is powerful, and it means so much to all of us.\r\nThank you for investing in my students and for helping us create meaningful learning experiences every single day. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support.\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1766185392777,"projectUrl":"project/little-strings-big-dreams/9965159/","projectTitle":"Little Strings, Big Dreams","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9074504_orig.jpg?crop=1876,1876,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686768522595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9074504"},{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":9965166,"letterContent":"Thank you for investing in my students and helping bring this cultural learning experience to life. Because of your generosity, my students didn't just learn about Chinese New Year — they experienced it in a meaningful, hands-on way that deepened their understanding of the world around them.\r\nThrough creating our parade dragon, participating in our classroom parade, practicing Chinese characters, using chopsticks, and learning about lucky money envelopes, students strengthened fine motor skills, built confidence trying new things, and developed curiosity about cultures beyond their own. Many students talked about these activities long after the lessons ended, sharing what they learned with their families and classmates.\r\nYour support helped create an environment where students could explore, celebrate differences, and build respect for traditions around the world. 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