{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Oran K Gragson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":57.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9482688,"projectId":10197103,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations to our outdoor supplies. My pre-k students were very excited when they saw the chalk and tricycle. My students began practicing their fine motor skills by drawing with the chalk on the sidewalk. My students were able to practice their pedaling and gross motor skills with the tricycle. They enjoy riding the tricycle on the painted road on the blacktop. My pre-k students would not have been able to advance these skills without your generous donation. We are very grateful for your help.","fullyFundedDate":1778776325048,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-fun-for-little-ones/10197103/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Fun for Little Ones","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Topping","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9482688"},{"teacherId":10432460,"projectId":10113133,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for the contribution you have made to our class.\r\n\r\nThe students are very happy and are really enjoying each of the games they have received to use in class. Each of these materials contributes to their learning of mathematics, color recognition, and the exploration and manipulation of different textures.\r\n\r\nThe laminating sheets are also very helpful to us, as they allow us to label spaces, toys, and utensils to make them easier for our students to recognize, as well as to create different work materials and worksheets.\r\n\r\nOur Intermediate Autism class greatly appreciates your collaboration, generosity, and support. Your contribution makes a meaningful difference in the learning and development of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1778068743407,"projectUrl":"project/fun-learning/10113133/","projectTitle":"Fun Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Caula","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10432460"},{"teacherId":9379827,"projectId":10050758,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our classroom. The donation of learning beanbags (alphabet, numbers), counting mats, dramatic play materials, letter materials, phonics games, and sensory beads represents a significant investment in our students' education. These hands-on resources are vital in fostering early literacy, numeracy, and imaginative play, providing our learners with a truly engaging and enriching environment. We are sincerely appreciative of your commitment to enhancing our students' educational experiences.\r\n\r\nThese materials are already transforming our daily classroom experience by significantly increasing student engagement. The vibrant counting mats and tactile sensory beads have turned abstract math concepts into interactive explorations, allowing students to build academic confidence as they master new skills through physical interaction. Our phonics games and alphabet beanbags have made literacy lessons something the students eagerly anticipate, providing a playful yet structured approach to letter recognition and sound blending.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, the dramatic play items and collaborative nature of these resources are fostering essential social-emotional growth. We see our students working together, sharing ideas, and learning through cooperation in ways that were not possible before. Your support has not only provided tools for learning but has created a dynamic space where every student feels empowered to participate and succeed. Thank you for making such a profound difference in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1774383527260,"projectUrl":"project/growing-little-minds-with-engaging-mater/10050758/","projectTitle":"Growing Little Minds With Engaging Materials!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9379827"},{"teacherId":8642913,"projectId":10459065,"letterContent":"Starting a new third grade classroom has been challenging and a lot of supplies are needed to make it a welcoming classroom for my students. After receiving the supplies, a direct result of your generosity, I was able to put my classroom together. Our classroom is Space themed to hopefully get the students thinking about what is possible and dream big. All of the supplies on this project have made my classroom ready for day one (which is August 10th).\r\n\r\nWe had a meet and greet today with students and their parents and seeing the students faces as they walked into the room was priceless. Big smiles and just taking in the classroom. Seeing our classroom put together and organized got them excited for the first day of school.\r\n\r\nThat feeling is all thanks to you, the generous donors who support teachers on Donors Choose. Your donations make such a difference in the lives of thousands of young people. The future leaders of our nation. On behalf of my students and all teachers, a huge thank you for supporting us.","fullyFundedDate":1786303152842,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-and-organized/10459065/","projectTitle":"Healthy and Organized","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Justin Beck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8642913_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784163606348","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8642913"},{"teacherId":8642913,"projectId":10399913,"letterContent":"Starting a new third grade classroom has been challenging and a lot of supplies are needed to make it a welcoming classroom for my students. After receiving the supplies, a direct result of your generosity, I was able to put my classroom together. Our classroom is Space themed to hopefully get the students thinking about what is possible and dream big. All of the supplies on this project have made my classroom ready for day one (which is August 10th).\r\n\r\nWe had a meet and greet today with students and their parents and seeing the students faces as they walked into the room was priceless. Big smiles and just taking in the classroom. Seeing our classroom put together and organized got them excited for the first day of school.\r\n\r\nThat feeling is all thanks to you, the generous donors who support teachers on Donors Choose. Your donations make such a difference in the lives of thousands of young people. The future leaders of our nation. On behalf of my students and all teachers, a huge thank you for supporting us.","fullyFundedDate":1785008752509,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success/10399913/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Justin Beck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8642913_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784163606348","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8642913"},{"teacherId":8642913,"projectId":10385708,"letterContent":"Starting a new third grade classroom has been challenging and a lot of supplies are needed to make it a welcoming classroom for my students. After receiving the supplies, a direct result of your generosity, I was able to put my classroom together. Our classroom is Space themed to hopefully get the students thinking about what is possible and dream big. All of the supplies on this project have made my classroom ready for day one (which is August 10th).\r\n\r\nWe had a meet and greet today with students and their parents and seeing the students faces as they walked into the room was priceless. Big smiles and just taking in the classroom. Seeing our classroom put together and organized got them excited for the first day of school.\r\n\r\nThat feeling is all thanks to you, the generous donors who support teachers on Donors Choose. Your donations make such a difference in the lives of thousands of young people. The future leaders of our nation. On behalf of my students and all teachers, a huge thank you for supporting us.","fullyFundedDate":1784672696306,"projectUrl":"project/new-classroom-materials/10385708/","projectTitle":"New Classroom Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Justin Beck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8642913_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784163606348","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8642913"},{"teacherId":8642913,"projectId":10368551,"letterContent":"Starting a new third grade classroom has been challenging and a lot of supplies are needed to make it a welcoming classroom for my students. After receiving the supplies, a direct result of your generosity, I was able to put my classroom together. Our classroom is Space themed to hopefully get the students thinking about what is possible and dream big. All of the supplies on this project have made my classroom ready for day one (which is August 10th).\r\n\r\nWe had a meet and greet today with students and their parents and seeing the students faces as they walked into the room was priceless. Big smiles and just taking in the classroom. Seeing our classroom put together and organized got them excited for the first day of school.\r\n\r\nThat feeling is all thanks to you, the generous donors who support teachers on Donors Choose. Your donations make such a difference in the lives of thousands of young people. The future leaders of our nation. On behalf of my students and all teachers, a huge thank you for supporting us.","fullyFundedDate":1783529958233,"projectUrl":"project/my-new-3rd-grade-classroom/10368551/","projectTitle":"My New 3rd Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Justin Beck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8642913_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784163606348","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8642913"},{"teacherId":9592039,"projectId":10043507,"letterContent":"We are already putting our new resources to great use in the classroom. My students recently used the markers, paints, and dotters to complete a colorful butterfly art project, where they explored patterns, symmetry, and creativity. The new Elmo projector has been especially impactful—not only do I use it to model drawing techniques, but I also present lessons under the camera so students can clearly follow along step by step. I have also used it for students to share their work with the class, which has made presentations more engaging and meaningful. The rolling desk has made a big difference as well, allowing me to adjust the height and move closer to the projector so all students can easily see and participate.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were incredibly excited. Their faces lit up as we opened the donations together, and they couldn't wait to start using everything. The enthusiasm carried right into our lessons, especially during the butterfly project, where they eagerly experimented with the new tools. Moving forward, we plan to continue incorporating these materials into more hands-on art and interactive lessons. Students will use the projector to present their ideas and projects, while the art supplies will support future creative units. These resources are helping make learning more engaging, collaborative, and fun for everyone in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768910753593,"projectUrl":"project/from-creativity-to-connection/10043507/","projectTitle":"From Creativity to Connection","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Avila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9592039"},{"teacherId":10413710,"projectId":10046704,"letterContent":"My students have been loving all of the new materials, and we've already started using them every day during centers. One of my favorite moments was during our phonics time. The students were using the CVC word-building activities, and one of my nonverbal students was able to independently build a word using the magnetic letters. Usually, he needs a lot of prompting, so seeing him do that on his own was really special.\r\n\r\nWhen they first saw everything, they were so excited. The sensory chair was the first thing they noticed, and it's quickly become a great tool for my students who need movement breaks. It's been helping them calm their bodies and come back ready to learn. The magnets and building sets were also a huge hit students were working together, building, and staying engaged for longer periods of time than usual.\r\n\r\nWe're going to keep building on our phonics skills by moving from simple CVC words to putting together short sentences using the hands-on materials. I also plan to use the building toys more intentionally during math time to work on problem-solving and social skills like sharing and taking turns. These resources are really helping me create a classroom where all of my students can stay engaged and learn in a way that works for them.","fullyFundedDate":1769134051648,"projectUrl":"project/made-to-learn-built-to-thrive/10046704/","projectTitle":"Made to Learn, Built to Thrive!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mendoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10413710"},{"teacherId":9416025,"projectId":10014632,"letterContent":"Your generous donation has gotten an entire school excited about reading! Each day students pass by our fully stocked book vending machine and they share with us the books they hope to get. Our students are more motivated to come to school in time and ready to learn in the hopes that they will earn a token to select a book. \r\n\r\nIn the classroom students are excited to share with one another and teachers how much they love their new books. They also share how they have something to ready at home with their family. Your donation has helped keep the spark of a love for reading alive in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768442639368,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-the-book-vending-machine/10014632/","projectTitle":"Books for the Book Vending Machine","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeVries","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9416025"},{"teacherId":8981870,"projectId":10025742,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom! Your kindness allows students to have access to new resources that are making a meaningful difference in their everyday learning.\r\n\r\nThe students have eagerly been using expo markers, dry eraser towels, and hands-on manipulatives to engage, focus, and participate. Additionally, the health care supplies are necessary to their unlimited use during allergy season and undecisive weather days.\r\n\r\nMany students have expressed their excitement in using new items and are motivated by the tools that support their learning.\r\n \r\nAgain, thank you for your support!\"","fullyFundedDate":1768886825918,"projectUrl":"project/one-supply-at-a-time/10025742/","projectTitle":"One Supply at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cajabon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8981870"},{"teacherId":10407074,"projectId":10030013,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Your donation has already made a meaningful impact on my students' learning, and I am so grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the three whiteboards every single day, especially during writing and math. In writing, the whiteboards have helped us stay organized as we move through each step of the writing process. Students use them to plan, draft, and revise their ideas in a clear and structured way. The magnets have been especially powerful in building metacognition. Each student moves their name from \"drafting\" to \"typing\" to \"editing\" and finally to \"done.\" This simple system has helped them become more aware of their progress and take ownership of their work.\r\n\r\nWe have also used the whiteboards during our math lessons, particularly while learning fractions. Students love being able to visually model their thinking, share their strategies, and make quick corrections. It has made learning more interactive, engaging, and fun.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were so excited and immediately eager to use them. They truly understand that these resources came from generous donors, and they were incredibly appreciative. You will see in the attached photos that they are giving a big thumbs up to say thank you. The whiteboards and magnets are also featured in the photos so you can see them in action!\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these tools to deepen our writing skills and strengthen our understanding of math concepts like fractions. These resources will remain an important part of our daily learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom and making a difference in my students' education. 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