{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Parkville Community School","outOfStateSupporters":37.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2910737,"projectId":10641732,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, students are walking into cleaner, healthier classrooms every single day. Your donation of disinfectant wipes to the \"Fueling Minds and Keeping Classrooms Healthy\" project has provided the essential tools needed to keep our learning spaces safe, sparking a chain reaction of health and focus.\r\n\r\nNow all classroom tables are now wiped down every single day, creating a fresh environment for every lesson. This helps reducing the spread of germs on high-touch surfaces, you are directly helping keep kids in school where they can learn and grow.\r\n\r\nWhen a child misses school, they miss out on crucial reading milestones, math concepts, and social connections. Your practical gift did more than buy cleaning supplies—it bought uninterrupted learning time. You built a shield of health around these students so their minds can stay fueled, focused, and ready for the future.\r\n\r\nThank you for being the foundation of a healthy school year. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and community spirit.","fullyFundedDate":1789616059051,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-minds-and-keeping-classrooms-hea/10641732/","projectTitle":"Fueling Minds and Keeping Classrooms Healthy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hahn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2910737_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y160&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727821453205","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hahn"},{"teacherId":2910737,"projectId":10606962,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the wonderful impact your generosity has brought to our classroom through your support of our project, \"Bright Futures Begin with Basic Tools.\" Thanks to your kindness, our classroom is now fully equipped with new seat sacks and desk organizers!\r\n\r\nIn an under-funded school, it is easy to overlook how much physical environment impacts a child's ability to learn. Before your donation, my students struggled daily to manage their materials, frequently losing pencils, misplacing notebooks, and spending valuable learning time searching for basic supplies. \r\nThe moment we installed the seat sacks, everything changed. The impact was immediate:\r\n\r\n• Independence and Routine: Every student now has a designated, personal spot for their folders and books right on the back of their chair. They take immense pride in maintaining their own space.\r\n\r\n• Maximized Learning Time: Transitioning between subjects is now seamless. Instead of hunting for loose papers, students can pull out their materials in seconds, saving hours of instructional time each week.\r\n\r\n• A Calmer Environment: Decluttering our desks has decluttered our minds. The classroom feels organized, focused, and calm, which helps my students feel safe and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYou did more than just supply seat pouches and plastic bins. You provided structure, dignity, and equity to disadvantaged students who deserve a beautifully organized space to thrive. You sent a clear message to these children that their education is worth investing in, down to the very basic tools.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the organized classroom environment they need to build bright futures.","fullyFundedDate":1789616060117,"projectUrl":"project/bright-futures-begin-with-basic-tools/10606962/","projectTitle":"Bright Futures Begin with Basic Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hahn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2910737_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y160&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727821453205","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hahn"},{"teacherId":2910737,"projectId":10373244,"letterContent":"I am incredibly excited to share an update on our project, \"Give a Child the Ultimate Power: Reading.\" Because of your generosity, our students have officially received their personal Lexia Core5 Reading licenses, and the transformation in our classroom has been profound.\r\n\r\nIn an under-funded school like ours, reading gaps can widen quickly without the right tools. Your donation has provided the exact solution our students needed. From the moment they logged into Lexia, they were completely hooked. The program meets each child exactly where they are, adapting automatically to guide them through foundational skills like phonics, fluency, and comprehension.\r\n\r\nThe impact of these licenses is visible every day:\r\n\r\n• True Equity: Students who were struggling are receiving tailored, step-by-step scaffolding that builds their confidence without making them feel singled out.\r\n• Targeted Learning: The software alerts me immediately if a student hits a roadblock, allowing me to step in with specific, one-on-one support.\r\n\r\n• Joy and Pride: The classroom fills with quiet cheers every time a student earns a new achievement certificate and advances to a new level.\r\n\r\nBy providing access to Lexia Learning systems, you did not just fund a software license; you gave these bright, resilient children a personalized pathway to become independent readers. Literacy is the ultimate power, opening doors to science, history, imagination, and a future without limits.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and giving them the tools they deserve to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1787134184814,"projectUrl":"project/give-a-child-the-ultimate-power-reading/10373244/","projectTitle":"Give a Child the Ultimate Power: Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hahn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2910737_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y160&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727821453205","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hahn"},{"teacherId":2910737,"projectId":10536755,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the incredible impact your generosity has already made in our classroom through your support of our project, \"Brains, Pop, and Action! Making Learning Fun for Disadvantaged Students.\" Thanks to you, our classroom officially has full access to our new BrainPOP subscription!\r\n\r\nIn an under-funded school where students frequently face barriers to learning, your gift has been a game-changer. Complex, heavy concepts in science, math, and social studies can sometimes feel overwhelming for my students. However, the moment we turned on our first BrainPOP movie featuring Tim and Moby, the entire energy in the room shifted. The kids were completely captivated.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students are no longer just memorizing facts; they are actively engaging with the material through interactive quizzes, coding activities, and learning games. This resource gives these bright, capable children the equitable, high-quality tools they deserve to bridge learning gaps and build deep confidence in their academic abilities.\r\n\r\nYou did more than just fund a piece of software. You showed a group of disadvantaged students that their education matters and that a community of people stands behind them, rooting for their success.\r\n\r\nThank you for bringing joy, action, and vibrant learning into our classroom every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1788447790103,"projectUrl":"project/brains-pop-and-action-making-learnin/10536755/","projectTitle":"Brains, Pop, and Action! Making Learning Fun for Disadvantaged Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hahn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2910737_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y160&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727821453205","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hahn"},{"teacherId":2910737,"projectId":10292052,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to the \"Supporting Disadvantaged Students from Under-Funded Schools\" project. Your gift of two classroom tables and plastic organizer trays has made an immediate, tangible difference in our school.\r\nBefore your donation, our large class size stretched our physical resources to the limit. Students were cramped, and managing learning materials for so many children was a daily challenge.\r\nThanks to your kindness, our classroom environment has completely transformed:\r\n• Better Learning Space: The two new tables provide the vital extra seating needed to comfortably accommodate every student, ensuring everyone has a dedicated space to work, collaborate, and learn.\r\n• Improved Organization: The plastic trays have allowed us to organize learning materials efficiently. Instead of losing valuable lesson time distributing supplies, students can now easily access what they need, keeping our classroom focused and productive.\r\nYour support goes far beyond the physical items; you have shown our students that their education matters and that their community believes in their potential.\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students' futures. Thank you for turning a crowded classroom into a thriving space for learning.\r\nWith deepest gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1787134184510,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-disadvantaged-students-from-u/10292052/","projectTitle":"Supporting Disadvantaged Students from Under-Funded Schools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hahn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2910737_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y160&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727821453205","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hahn"},{"teacherId":8110314,"projectId":10307962,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your donation will help us create a more organized, welcoming, and productive learning environment for our students.\r\nHaving the right organizational materials helps our classroom run more smoothly and allows students to easily find what they need, stay focused, and take greater responsibility for their learning. These resources will make a meaningful difference in our everyday classroom experience.\r\nWe truly appreciate your generosity and your investment in our students. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where our students can learn, grow, and thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1787134182700,"projectUrl":"project/organized-spaces-focused-minds-creatin/10307962/","projectTitle":"Organized Spaces, Focused Minds: Creating a Clutter-Free Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DiPasquale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8110314_orig.jpg?crop=470,470,x205,y308&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633539196043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8110314"},{"teacherId":8110314,"projectId":10295563,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your donation will help provide prizes that recognize and celebrate our students for their hard work, positive choices, and accomplishments.\r\nThese prizes may seem like small rewards, but they can make a big difference in motivating students and helping them feel proud of themselves. Your generosity gives us another way to celebrate their efforts and encourage them to keep learning and growing.\r\nWe are so grateful that you chose to support our students and our classroom. Thank you for helping us make learning more exciting and rewarding!","fullyFundedDate":1785187004597,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focus-rewarding-hard-work-and-p/10295563/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focus: Rewarding Hard Work and Positive Behavior!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DiPasquale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8110314_orig.jpg?crop=470,470,x205,y308&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633539196043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8110314"},{"teacherId":8016854,"projectId":10608111,"letterContent":"These storage materials have made a big difference in how I organize and protect my classroom resources. My bulletin board borders and pieces that previously had to sit open on a shelf now have a protected and organized place to be stored. I can easily find what I need when preparing new displays and learning activities. As we move through the school year, I will continue changing our classroom displays and reusing these materials to create engaging learning spaces for my students.\r\n\r\nThank you very much!","fullyFundedDate":1789616059795,"projectUrl":"project/storage-to-protect-supplies-against-pest/10608111/","projectTitle":"Storage to Protect Supplies Against Pests","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8016854_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x752,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710622444407","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8016854"},{"teacherId":8016854,"projectId":10518706,"letterContent":"The four Big Joe bean bags have helped me create the cozy learning space I had imagined for my students. My small groups usually have seven students, so the bean bags are combined with our classroom carpet to create flexible seating where students can sit comfortably together. They were so excited when they first saw the new seating and could not wait for their turn to use it! We will use this special area for reading, language activities, and small-group learning throughout the year.\r\nThank you very much!","fullyFundedDate":1789616061598,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-place-to-learn/10518706/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Place to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jane","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8016854_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x752,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1710622444407","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8016854"},{"teacherId":3463855,"projectId":10518055,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose! Your generous donation of copy paper, colorful paper, felt pens, and twistable crayons will bring creativity and excitement into our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese supplies will give my students the materials they need to complete assignments, create colorful projects, share their ideas, and show what they have learned. Having fun, bright supplies helps make learning more engaging and encourages students to take pride in their work.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a brighter place to learn, create, and grow. We truly appreciate your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1789616061312,"projectUrl":"project/bright-supplies-for-bright-minds/10518055/","projectTitle":"Bright Supplies for Bright Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Turano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3463855_orig.jpg?crop=331,331,x0,y54&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747094284016","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3463855"},{"teacherId":3463855,"projectId":10523061,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Organize, Reward & Engage: Supporting Every Learner\" project! My students have been excited to use the new classroom supplies, including binders, sheet protectors, and laminating pouches. These resources are helping us keep important learning materials organized and protected so students can easily access their work and take pride in their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nThe electric stapler has also made preparing classroom materials quicker and more efficient, giving us more time to focus on learning. The slow-rising stress cubes have been a fun addition to our classroom and provide students with a simple way to refocus and stay engaged when they need a short sensory break. Your generosity has helped create a more organized, supportive, and engaging learning environment for every student.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and helping make learning more enjoyable and successful for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1788191052104,"projectUrl":"project/organize-reward-engage-supporting-ev/10523061/","projectTitle":"Organize, Reward & Engage: Supporting Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Turano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3463855_orig.jpg?crop=331,331,x0,y54&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747094284016","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3463855"},{"teacherId":3463855,"projectId":10501973,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your donation of tissues, colored roll tape, desk pencil holders, clipboards, flamingo cup holders, breathing pals, storage bins, a beanbag chair, and water bottles has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. My students were excited to see these new materials and are enjoying having supplies that make our classroom feel organized, comfortable, and welcoming.\r\n\r\nThe new storage bins, pencil holders, and clipboards help students keep their materials organized and ready for learning. The water bottles and flamingo cup holders give students a special place for their drinks, while the breathing pals and cozy beanbag chair provide calming options when students need a moment to reset and refocus. These resources help create a classroom environment where students feel comfortable, prepared, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a place where they can learn, grow, and feel supported each day. 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