{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Olivet Elementary Charter School","outOfStateSupporters":15.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8326944,"projectId":9633961,"letterContent":"When I learned that our class would be receiving new Chromebooks this year, I was thrilled! In our classroom, technology isn't just a convenience—it's an essential tool for research, writing, collaboration, and accessing curriculum. With the new Chromebooks, students can work in Google Classroom, participate in interactive math lessons, and use educational platforms for reading and science without the constant lag, freezing, or lost progress that we often experienced with our older devices. This reliability has already helped students stay more focused and confident in their work.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students has been the speed and consistency of these new Chromebooks. They love being able to open assignments quickly, switch between apps smoothly, and complete projects without having to wait for their device to load. Several students who previously struggled with older devices have already shown a noticeable change in their engagement; one student in particular, who often became frustrated when his Chromebook froze during writing assignments, is now eagerly editing and publishing his work with pride.\r\n\r\nThese Chromebooks are more than just technology—they're opening doors for equity and innovation. By ensuring all students have access to reliable devices, we're creating an environment where every learner can participate fully, collaborate meaningfully, and explore new ideas without barriers. Your support has truly helped level the playing field for my classroom, and I cannot thank you enough for giving my students the tools they need to learn and succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping my students thrive with this much-needed upgrade!","fullyFundedDate":1758832512530,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-bridge-the-tech-gap/9633961/","projectTitle":"Help Us Bridge the Tech Gap","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8326944_orig.jpg?crop=2013,2013,x0,y422&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755797763530","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8326944"},{"teacherId":8326944,"projectId":9371941,"letterContent":"I wanted to share how much your generosity has impacted our 6th-grade classroom. Thanks to your donation, we were able to purchase cubbies that have transformed the way we store and access our materials. Students now have a dedicated space for their notebooks, journals, and supplies, which has made our room feel more open and organized. The extra desk space has allowed us to complete group projects and hands-on activities much more comfortably.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was the day the students walked in and saw the cubbies for the first time. Their faces lit up, and several students immediately began planning how they would organize their materials. \r\n\r\nWe're already seeing real benefits during our current projects. For example, during our research and writing lessons, students are able to quickly gather the materials they need without disrupting the class or wasting time searching for missing items. This has improved our efficiency and helped them stay more focused and prepared.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue building student responsibility and independence by integrating the cubbies into daily routines—such as turning in assignments, collecting journals, and prepping materials for group work. These habits are helping them stay organized and feel ownership over their learning space.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our students and helping create a more efficient, engaging, and organized classroom environment. Your contribution has made a meaningful difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1757706033697,"projectUrl":"project/building-brighter-minds-new-cubbies-ne/9371941/","projectTitle":"Building Brighter Minds: New Cubbies, New Books, New Beginnings!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8326944_orig.jpg?crop=2013,2013,x0,y422&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755797763530","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8326944"},{"teacherId":8326944,"projectId":9376802,"letterContent":"I want to extend my sincere gratitude for funding our class set of calculators. This donation has already made a tremendous difference for my 6th-grade students. Since our school does not provide calculators, learning new middle school math concepts—especially for students who are still building confidence with basic arithmetic—was often challenging. We previously relied on inexpensive dollar-store calculators, but they frequently broke or malfunctioned, making them unreliable and frustrating for students.\r\n\r\nYour donation changed that. With this new class set of calculators, students now have a dependable tool to support their understanding of operations with fractions, decimals, signed numbers, and multi-step equations. During our recent math lessons, students were able to focus on problem-solving and conceptual understanding rather than getting stuck on computation. A specific moment that stood out was watching students use the calculators while working through integer operations—suddenly, students who usually hesitate were engaging confidently and completing more practice problems than ever before.\r\n\r\nWhen the calculators were first introduced, the excitement was clear. Students were surprised and thankful to have high-quality tools that made them feel more prepared for middle school math. Several commented that they felt \"like real mathematicians\" and that the calculators helped them better understand what they were learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to continue integrating the calculators into our math units on signed numbers, expressions, and ratios. Having reliable calculators allows students to focus more deeply on reasoning, accuracy, and checking their work—essential skills they'll carry into future grades.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting my students and giving them a resource that will support learning for years to come. Your generosity has made an immediate and meaningful difference.","fullyFundedDate":1757539577389,"projectUrl":"project/calculators-for-confidence-powering-up/9376802/","projectTitle":"Calculators for Confidence: Powering Up Math Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8326944_orig.jpg?crop=2013,2013,x0,y422&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755797763530","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8326944"},{"teacherId":8326944,"projectId":9044661,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift of Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards for our 6th-grade class. Because of your support, we've been able to bring new, technology-rich learning opportunities into our classroom that are making a real difference.\r\n\r\nHow the technology helps students learn:\r\nOne of the most impactful resources we purchased was a full set of pixel art math assignments. These are interactive activities that students complete on their Chromebooks, where each correct math problem helps uncover a mystery picture. This technology takes routine practice and transforms it into a game-like challenge. Instead of simply doing problems on paper, students are motivated to keep solving because they're eager to see the picture revealed. This helps reinforce math concepts in a fun and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWhat excites students most:\r\nStudents are most excited about the \"gamified\" element of these new resources. Whether it's uncovering pixel art in math or making survival choices in our ancient civilization simulations, they feel like they're playing a game rather than just doing schoolwork. The ancient civilization simulations, for example, have been a huge hit—they allow students to \"live\" through the challenges of early civilizations, earning points based on their decisions. It makes history come alive in a way that is both exciting and memorable.\r\n\r\nStudents who have especially warmed to this technology:\r\nI've noticed that some of my students who typically struggle to stay engaged during independent practice are the ones most drawn to these resources. For example, a few students who used to rush through math problems now take their time, knowing that each correct answer brings them closer to completing the pixel art picture. Similarly, some of my reluctant readers have leaned into the nonfiction article bundle we purchased, since the high-interest topics spark their curiosity and give them a purpose for reading. These tools are not only meeting academic standards but also helping students build confidence and excitement around learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made our classroom a place where technology isn't just a tool—it's a pathway to engagement, discovery, and growth. 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