{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Weil Pre-Kindergarten - 5 School","outOfStateSupporters":21.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5691841,"projectId":10194085,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting our classroom with outdoor equipment, balls, chalk, and helmets. Because of you, my students now have more opportunities to stay active, explore their creativity, and enjoy their time outside in a safe and engaging way.\r\n\r\nHaving a variety of options during outdoor play allows students to burn off extra energy, which helps them return to the classroom more focused and ready to learn. The new equipment also encourages teamwork, imagination, and positive social interactions as they play together.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a meaningful difference in our daily routine, and we are so grateful for your support. Thank you for helping create a fun, active, and enriching environment for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1776353559074,"projectUrl":"project/sunshine-smiles-outdoor-fun-for-growi/10194085/","projectTitle":"Sunshine & Smiles: Outdoor Fun for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Colon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5691841_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534260234151","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5691841"},{"teacherId":7131081,"projectId":9967381,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Donors Choose project, \"Calm Bodies, Kind Choices, and Creative Minds.\" Your generosity has made a powerful impact in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, we have been able to create a calm-down space filled with sensory tools and creative materials that help our students regulate their emotions and express themselves in positive ways. These resources are used daily, whether a student needs a moment to reset, a fidget to stay focused during a lesson, or a creative outlet to work through big feelings. Providing students with these options has helped them build self-control and feel more confident navigating their emotions. Research and classroom experience both show that when students have access to calming tools and creative expression, they are better able to focus, make positive choices, and fully engage in learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing to build on these skills by incorporating more structured social-emotional learning activities into our daily routine. Students are practicing naming their feelings, using calming strategies, and working through conflicts with kindness and empathy. We will also continue using creative projects as a way for students to express themselves and reflect on their experiences. These next steps will help strengthen their emotional awareness, independence, and ability to make positive choices both inside and outside the classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is a safe, supportive, and creative space where students are learning not just academics, but also how to understand themselves and care for others. Thank you for helping our students grow into kind, confident, and capable learners.","fullyFundedDate":1770391390335,"projectUrl":"project/calm-bodies-kind-choices-and-creative/9967381/","projectTitle":"Calm Bodies, Kind Choices, and Creative Play in Pre-K!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nicole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7131081_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583688301430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7131081"},{"teacherId":7131081,"projectId":9950075,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Donors Choose project, \"Blocks, Bites, and Brainpower for Pre-K.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful and immediate impact in our classroom, and we are so grateful for your support and care for our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, our classroom is now filled with engaging building materials and accessible snacks that support both hands-on learning and student well-being. We use the blocks daily during center time, where students explore building, problem-solving, and imaginative play. At the same time, the snacks have become an important part of our routine, helping students stay energized and focused throughout the day. Having both of these resources has allowed us to support the whole child, meeting their academic and physical needs so they are ready to learn. Research and classroom experience show that when students have access to food and engaging materials, they are better able to focus, collaborate, and participate in meaningful learning experiences.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to build on this excitement by incorporating more structured STEM-based activities using the blocks. Students will begin working on simple building challenges, such as creating structures that can stand on their own or designing homes and communities. We will also continue reinforcing routines around sharing, cooperation, and responsibility during both snack time and center play. These next steps will help strengthen their problem-solving, social skills, and independence.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is a place where students can build, explore, and grow both academically and personally. Thank you for helping provide the tools and nourishment our students need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1765310898243,"projectUrl":"project/blocks-bites-and-brainpower-for-pre-k/9950075/","projectTitle":"Blocks, Bites, and Brainpower for Pre-K!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nicole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7131081_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583688301430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7131081"},{"teacherId":7131081,"projectId":8817428,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Donors Choose project, \"Classroom Essentials for Little Learners.\" Your generosity has helped provide the foundational tools our students need each day, and we are incredibly grateful for your support and kindness.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, our classroom is now better equipped to support both learning and well-being. We are using the new science materials in our science center, where students explore topics like insects, weather, and the world around them through hands-on discovery. The sensory tubes and specimen materials have sparked so much curiosity, students are asking questions, making observations, and engaging in meaningful conversations about what they see. At the same time, the cleaning supplies have helped us maintain a safe and clean environment, which is especially important in a Pre-K classroom where learning often happens on the floor and through play. The snacks have also become part of our daily routine, ensuring students have the energy they need to stay focused and engaged throughout the day.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to continue building on this excitement by expanding our science investigations and incorporating more hands-on exploration into our lessons. Students will begin documenting their observations through drawings and simple discussions, helping to strengthen both their scientific thinking and communication skills. We will also continue reinforcing routines around caring for our classroom space, helping students develop responsibility and pride in their learning environment.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is a cleaner, more engaging, and more supportive place where students can thrive. Thank you for helping provide these essential resources and for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our little learners.","fullyFundedDate":1733320297081,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-for-little-learners/8817428/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nicole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7131081_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583688301430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7131081"},{"teacherId":7131081,"projectId":8500778,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project, \"A Fresh Start with a Full Heart.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness and support.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, we have been able to provide our students with essential hygiene and care items that help them feel comfortable, confident, and ready to learn each day. We've created a designated space in our classroom where students can discreetly access these items whenever they need them. This has become part of our daily routine, ensuring that every child can start their day feeling prepared and supported. Access to basic necessities like hygiene products can significantly reduce stress and allow students to focus more fully on learning and participation.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to continue using these resources while also incorporating lessons around self-care, responsibility, and empathy. We are working on building a classroom culture where students not only take care of themselves but also look out for one another. These experiences are helping them develop important life skills that go far beyond academics.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is a place where students feel cared for, respected, and ready to learn. Thank you for helping us give our students a truly fresh start—one filled with confidence, dignity, and heart.","fullyFundedDate":1723693109258,"projectUrl":"project/a-fresh-start-with-a-full-heart/8500778/","projectTitle":"A Fresh Start With a Full Heart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nicole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7131081_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583688301430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7131081"},{"teacherId":7131081,"projectId":7933554,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project, \"What's Cooking, Pre-K?\" Your generosity has brought hands-on, engaging learning experiences into our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, our students are now able to explore learning through dramatic play and hands-on cooking experiences. We have been using the new materials during our center time, where students engage in imaginative play—pretending to cook meals, set up kitchens, and work together as \"chefs.\" These moments have become powerful learning opportunities, helping students build language, social skills, and creativity while having fun. \r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to build on this excitement by incorporating more structured lessons around food, nutrition, and real-world connections. Students will continue developing their language and social-emotional skills through guided play, and we will introduce simple \"cooking\" activities and discussions about healthy choices. These next steps will help deepen their understanding while keeping learning fun and interactive.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom has become an even more joyful, creative, and engaging place to learn. Thank you for helping provide experiences that our students will carry with them far beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1706208024067,"projectUrl":"project/whats-cooking-pre-k/7933554/","projectTitle":"What's Cooking Pre-K?","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nicole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7131081_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583688301430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7131081"},{"teacherId":7131081,"projectId":9964318,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Donors Choose project, \"Fueling Pre-K Smiles with Snacks & Warmth.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness and care for our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, we are now able to provide our students with both snacks and warm items that support their daily comfort and ability to learn. We've built these resources into our daily routine, offering snacks during key times of the day when students need an energy boost, and ensuring that children who need extra warmth have access to gloves and other items. These supports help our students stay focused, comfortable, and ready to participate in all aspects of learning. Access to snacks throughout the day helps maintain energy and concentration, allowing students to stay engaged and successful during lessons. \r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we plan to continue using these resources as part of our daily routines while also building classroom conversations around kindness, sharing, and gratitude. Students are beginning to understand that these items were provided by generous donors who care about their success, and we are using that as an opportunity to teach empathy and community awareness. As we move forward, we will continue focusing on both academic growth and social-emotional development, ensuring that every child feels valued and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is a place filled with smiles, comfort, and readiness to learn. Thank you for helping us support the whole child and for making such a positive impact on our Pre-K students.","fullyFundedDate":1768704357906,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-pre-k-smiles-with-snacks-warmth/9964318/","projectTitle":"Fueling Pre-K Smiles with Snacks, Warmth, and STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nicole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7131081_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583688301430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7131081"},{"teacherId":7131081,"projectId":7843760,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Donors Choose project, \"Fuel for the Mind.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful and immediate impact in our classroom, and I am so grateful for your kindness and belief in my students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, we now have a consistent supply of snacks available for students throughout the day. We use these resources during transitions, small group instruction, and independent work time moments when students often need an extra boost of energy to stay focused and engaged. Having access to these snacks has truly helped remove a barrier to learning, as research and experience both show that when students are hungry, it's much harder for them to concentrate, participate, and feel successful in school.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is not only a place of learning, but also a place where students feel supported, cared for, and ready to succeed. Thank you for making that possible.","fullyFundedDate":1701187194110,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-the-mind/7843760/","projectTitle":"Fuel for the Mind","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nicole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7131081_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583688301430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7131081"},{"teacherId":8024321,"projectId":10090189,"letterContent":"The students are enjoying the variety of snacks and water during snack time. The variety of snacks and water are helping the students refuel their energy doing the long day. The students are also having fun playing with the chalk and the other outdoor items.\r\n\r\nThanks again to all who had donated to this snack time project. The students and I really appreciate all the donations to this project. We couldn't have gotten this snack time project funded without your generous donations. Thanks again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1772550386606,"projectUrl":"project/lets-have-a-snack/10090189/","projectTitle":"Let's Have a Snack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J Evans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8024321_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733325227864","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8024321"},{"teacherId":5691841,"projectId":10143619,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom library! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to engaging chapter books that are already bringing so much excitement into our daily reading time.\r\n\r\nWe are especially thrilled to dive into the Magic Tree House series. My students can't wait to go on adventures through time and explore new places with Jack and Annie. These books are helping spark their imaginations and build a love for reading.\r\n\r\nDiary of a Wimpy Kid has quickly become a class favorite for our read-aloud time. The students are constantly laughing, making connections, and eagerly waiting to hear what happens next. It has truly made reading together a fun and memorable experience.\r\n\r\nThe National Geographic Step 2 books have also been a wonderful addition. They are perfect for my students to read independently or with a partner. These books are helping build their confidence as readers while also teaching them fascinating facts about the world around them.\r\n\r\nYour support is making a meaningful difference in the lives of my first graders. Many of my students come from a low-income community and do not have access to books at home, so having these resources in our classroom is incredibly impactful. You are helping create a classroom filled with joy, curiosity, and a love of reading.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1773869017573,"projectUrl":"project/building-readers-books-that-teach-life/10143619/","projectTitle":"Building Readers: Books That Teach Life Lessons in First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Colon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5691841_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534260234151","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5691841"},{"teacherId":5691841,"projectId":9910549,"letterContent":"Because of your kindness and generosity, our classroom was able to celebrate Black History Month in a meaningful and exciting way. Your support provided my students with new books, stickers, pencils, bracelets, and decorations that truly brought our learning to life.\r\n\r\nWith the new books, my first graders were able to explore the stories of influential African Americans, sparking important conversations and helping them see themselves and others in powerful ways. The decorations transformed our classroom into a space of celebration and pride, while the stickers, pencils, and bracelets added a special touch that made each child feel included and valued.\r\n\r\nMy students come from a community where access to extra resources can be limited, so your donations made a huge impact. They were eager, engaged, and so excited to learn each day. This experience not only supported their academic growth but also helped build confidence, joy, and a deeper understanding of history and culture.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us create lasting memories and meaningful learning experiences. Your generosity made this celebration truly unforgettable for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1773115532903,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-black-brilliance-books-and/9910549/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Black Brilliance: Books and Activities for Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Colon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5691841_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534260234151","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5691841"},{"teacherId":5691841,"projectId":9912002,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom by funding our project for a new carpet, carpet cleaner, and cleaning solution! Because of your generosity, my first graders now have a clean, comfortable space where we can gather together for learning every day.\r\n\r\nOur classroom carpet is an important place where we meet for morning meetings, read stories, practice math, and work together as a class. Thanks to you, students can sit on a fresh, clean carpet and feel proud of their classroom environment. Having a carpet cleaner and solution will also allow us to keep our carpet clean all year long, even with the spills and messes that sometimes happen in a busy first grade classroom!\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps create a welcoming space where students feel comfortable, focused, and ready to learn. 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