{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Patrick Copeland Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":41.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8624391,"projectId":7235968,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the couch and stuffed animals! My students are able to read and relax in a comfortable setting! It provides them with a safe space to decompress when feeling stressed or just a place to relax. I know that many students will enjoy this for years to come. The stuffed animals have been used as a \"reading buddy\" by many students and it brings them joy to read to their stuffed animal.\r\n\r\nMy students were so so surprised to see the couch and stuffed animals in our classroom when they first arrived. The joy on their face was so memorable I will never forget it! Again, thank you so much for your donation!","fullyFundedDate":1687791484176,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-read/7235968/","projectTitle":"Ready to Read!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8624391_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y22&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758202169659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-kmorris"},{"teacherId":8624391,"projectId":7203209,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the new rug and bean bag chairs! My students are able to sit and learn in a comfortable setting! Being able to have everyone together on the carpet during whole group has definitely boosted engagement in my classroom. It provides them with a safe space to learn and engage with friends. I know that many students will enjoy this for years to come.\r\n\r\nMy students were so surprised to see the new rug and bean bags in our classroom when they first arrived. The joy on their face was so memorable I will never forget it! Again, thank you so much for your donation!","fullyFundedDate":1687791484227,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-start-in-first/7203209/","projectTitle":"Fresh Start in First!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8624391_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y22&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758202169659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-kmorris"},{"teacherId":9751959,"projectId":9057811,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution of colored dry erase markers, colored ink, laminating pouches, and mesh zippered pouches. These materials are incredibly valuable tools in speech and language therapy sessions. The colored markers and ink bring activities to life, helping students stay engaged and focused through visual stimulation and variety. Whether it's color-coding language concepts or highlighting articulation cues, these tools make therapy more dynamic and tailored to each student's needs.\r\n\r\nThe laminating pouches and mesh zippered pouches play a crucial role in creating durable, reusable materials and keeping them organized. Laminated visuals, games, and flashcards withstand repeated use, which is essential for consistent practice and progress. The zippered pouches help students develop independence as they learn to manage their own therapy materials. Together, these supplies create a more effective, interactive, and student-centered learning environment—making a real difference in the growth and success of each child. Thank you again for supporting our work and the students we serve!","fullyFundedDate":1738030880543,"projectUrl":"project/speech-language-crafts/9057811/","projectTitle":"Speech & Language Crafts!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Willhite","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9751959"},{"teacherId":8495732,"projectId":9112103,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our school library! Because of your donation, we were able to add engaging new books to our collection that are already making a difference in the lives of our young readers. These titles have introduced students to a variety of new topics and perspectives, helping them build essential reading skills such as making inferences, identifying themes, and exploring character development. With every turn of the page, students are not only practicing fluency and comprehension, but also growing their love for reading.\r\n\r\nIn our library, reading is a joyful, shared experience. Students gather in cozy corners with books in hand, recommending their favorites to friends and eagerly discussing what they've read. Your donation has helped us create more of these magical reading moments, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1739649892405,"projectUrl":"project/diverse-reads-for-diverse-kids/9112103/","projectTitle":"Diverse Reads for Diverse Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8495732_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657563078128","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8495732"},{"teacherId":9923420,"projectId":9113480,"letterContent":"Thank You for Supporting Our Calming Corner!\r\n\r\nI am beyond grateful to each and every one of you who generously donated to our Donors Choose campaign. Because of your kindness, our classroom now has a fully stocked calming corner—a space where students can feel safe, supported, and able to regulate their emotions in healthy ways.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on my students' faces when the items arrived was priceless. They couldn't wait to explore the new tools and sensory supports, and it's already made a noticeable difference in our day-to-day routine. The calming corner isn't just a physical space—it's a message to my students that their well-being matters, and thanks to you, they feel seen and cared for.\r\n\r\nYour support means more than words can express. Thank you for investing in their emotional health and for helping me create a more compassionate and inclusive learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1739979157073,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-build-a-calming-corner/9113480/","projectTitle":"Help Me Build a Calming Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Arpaia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9923420_orig.png?crop=1484,1484,x130,y212&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739490634827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9923420"},{"teacherId":4505859,"projectId":9027564,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation to my donors choose project. Your support, both in the form of financial contributions and items has been a profound impact on our students and we couldn't be more appreciative. \r\nThanks to your kindness we are now equipped to not only meet the academic needs of our students but to also address the many other ways we can support our students. \r\nPatrick Copeland is committed to caring for \"the whole child\", this includes mental, social, and emotional health. We could not have achieved this level of support and success without your help. Your generosity is a true gift. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.","fullyFundedDate":1736027416285,"projectUrl":"project/making-health-and-wellness-a-priority-at/9027564/","projectTitle":"Making Health and Wellness A Priority At PC Elementary!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. AJ Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4505859_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x88,y100&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1735931134776","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4505859"},{"teacherId":9751959,"projectId":8803742,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt thanks for the incredible, generous donations you've made. These vibrant and engaging images are helping our students with speech therapy needs have made such a positive impact in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe colorful and stimulating visuals help our students in that they are not only visually appealing but also incredibly effective in assisting our students to better understand materials (nouns, verbs, how to form sentences) and express themselves. They have become an invaluable resource, helping students connect words with images in a way that's both enjoyable and educational.\r\n\r\nIt's clear that your donation has been a game-changer in supporting the progress of our students. The improvements we're seeing in their communication skills are truly remarkable, and we couldn't have achieved these results without your thoughtful contributions.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of the entire team and the students, thank you for your support. It has made a meaningful difference, and we are so grateful for all the ways you have helped our students communicate their needs, wants, and ideas.","fullyFundedDate":1727646796016,"projectUrl":"project/visual-aids-for-student-with-speech-and/8803742/","projectTitle":"Visual Aids for Student With Speech and Language Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Willhite","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9751959"},{"teacherId":8495732,"projectId":8511287,"letterContent":"My students and I greatly appreciate these books. Many have been added to our Black History Month collection while others are being used with our counselors for social-emotional lessons. They have truly provided a wonderful additional resource for our students to practice their research skills with, just in time for Black History Month projects!\nThe books are already quite popular since they are brand new, and the kids have really enjoyed reading them with me and each other. Our littles have definitely picked up on how to respect others better, and \"A Little Bit of Respect\" sparked quite the conversation about name-calling. Thank you all so much once again for helping us out!","fullyFundedDate":1731391384046,"projectUrl":"project/a-fresh-start/8511287/","projectTitle":"A Fresh Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8495732_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657563078128","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8495732"},{"teacherId":360938,"projectId":8483124,"letterContent":"I have written this thank you several times, trying to capture the energy my students had when they saw the materials we had available because of your generosity, but each time it felt well, lacking. The excitement and squeals of delight are forever stamped on my heart as my sweet littles looked over the stickers, colorful tape, paint sticks and the vests cut from simple paper bags. This project took several weeks to prepare for the students to be able to complete. \r\n Students spent weeks learning about each letter of the alphabet, then each student chose one letter to create a special letter vest. We sent letters home for families to create, gather and send in pictures of items that began with their letter. Our next step was to have students decorate their vest using stickers, paint sticks and pictures. We used the tape as a re-enforcement for each vest and added an extra pop of color. \r\n Students participated in a fashion show during our school wide exhibition, they also were able to walk in a special parade around the school where the entire school lined the halls and cheered on each child as they showed off their unique creations. At the end of the parade one child asked, \"When do we do it again? That was awesome!\"","fullyFundedDate":1726784307987,"projectUrl":"project/letters-lights-and-a-runway-kinders-ab/8483124/","projectTitle":"Letters, Lights and a Runway! 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