{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Rhodes School","outOfStateSupporters":40.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3562754,"projectId":9936264,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our classroom prize box. As a Reading Specialist who works with small groups throughout the day, I watch students light up when their effort and positive behavior are noticed. Your generous support to replenish prizes with cute pens, notepads, slime, finger skateboards, and fidget toys, will give me meaningful, immediate ways to acknowledge that hard work.\r\n\r\nThese small rewards do more than spark joy. Your gift helps create a positive classroom culture where students feel seen and proud of their progress.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our students and their love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1764608421723,"projectUrl":"project/prizes-to-promote-positive-behavior/9936264/","projectTitle":"Prizes to Promote Positive Behavior","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Serwinski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3562754_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1513022036816","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3562754"},{"teacherId":3562754,"projectId":9913288,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project. As a Reading Specialist who works with students in small groups, I see firsthand how meaningful small wins and celebrations are for building motivation and confidence. Your generous support to provide a snack box, with cookies and fruit snacks chosen for my students, will let me immediately acknowledge effort and positive behavior. This project gives students concrete successes that build self-confidence and make reading practice feel rewarding. I appreciate your support and kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1764566988104,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-build-confidence/9913288/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Build Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Serwinski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3562754_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1513022036816","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3562754"},{"teacherId":3562754,"projectId":9874806,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom library. As a reading specialist, I work with students who need extra, targeted instruction to become confident, fluent readers. Your generous donation will bring fresh, high‑interest, leveled books into small‑group intervention sessions where students receive the focused practice they need. Because of you, my students will have access to books that match their reading levels and interests. The new books will help to build vocabulary, strengthen comprehension, and make reading feel rewarding and fun. These resources will allow me to tailor instruction and give students repeated, successful reading experiences that boost their confidence and motivation. I am already planning lessons and book choices that will engage readers at many levels, and I can't wait to see the progress and smiles your support will create.","fullyFundedDate":1762801489280,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-readers-with-new-classroom-li/9874806/","projectTitle":"Empowering Readers With New Classroom Library Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Serwinski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3562754_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1513022036816","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3562754"},{"teacherId":8896752,"projectId":9646404,"letterContent":"I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to this new cabinet for our third grade classroom. Your thoughtful donation has made a significant impact on our classroom, providing a much-needed space for locking up materials and resources. With this new cabinet, we can ensure that our students have access to the tools and supplies they need in an orderly and efficient manner, which helps create a more productive and engaging learning environment. Currently we are storing all of our generous donations from other DonorsChoose projects inside.\r\n\r\nThe positive difference your contribution has made extends beyond the physical space; it has helped to foster a sense of responsibility and organization in our young learners. As they see their classroom thoughtfully arranged, it reinforces the importance of taking care of their resources and being proactive in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment. Thank you again for your kindness and dedication to supporting our students' educational journey. Your generosity truly enhances their learning experience and is deeply appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1762265341074,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-learning/9646404/","projectTitle":"Tools For Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8896752_orig.png?crop=263,263,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730825379480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimberly-johns"},{"teacherId":8896752,"projectId":9397400,"letterContent":"My students were thrilled to know that we received so many donations for our classroom. I wish you could have seen the looks on their faces as I opened all the packages! The resources that were purchase helped our students tremendously. STEAM in the classroom is a key component for student to reach their full potential in academics ranging from their predictions to imagination. Now that we do not have art class, they are always begging to do some sort of arts and crafts project. Last week we made slime as a reward for good behavior, and plan to make paintings as Christmas presents next month, all thanks to you! We greatly appreciated your kind donations, as we continue to utilize the resources in the classroom. We look forward to utilize the supplies all school year.","fullyFundedDate":1757423925522,"projectUrl":"project/getting-crafty/9397400/","projectTitle":"Getting Crafty","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8896752_orig.png?crop=263,263,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730825379480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimberly-johns"},{"teacherId":8896752,"projectId":9738716,"letterContent":"My students work extremely hard, and will work twice as hard for a little treat! I enjoy rewarding them for going above and beyond. Students not only love getting the candy but also love when they get praised for their hard work.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a difference in our classroom, and my students and I cannot thank you enough. The candy creates motivation for my students. So many of them have heard of 'Swedish Candy' and were so excited to try it. With your donation, I can celebrate their daily achievements with this tangible reward. So, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1762265307243,"projectUrl":"project/make-learning-sweet/9738716/","projectTitle":"Make Learning Sweet","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8896752_orig.png?crop=263,263,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730825379480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimberly-johns"},{"teacherId":8896752,"projectId":9535877,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to my bulletin board project! Our classroom looks so much brighter and happier with new bulletin boards! My students were so happy when they walked in and saw they bright colors and patterns! We spend a significant amount of time at school, so having a cheerful place to work and learn is wonderful! My students, aides, and I are so thankful for your kindness and generosity. Having a place to display math vocabulary is a game changer when students are trying to explain their answers. We appreciate you for giving us a colorful place to display their work!","fullyFundedDate":1760446594072,"projectUrl":"project/student-work-bulletin-boards/9535877/","projectTitle":"Student Work Bulletin Boards","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8896752_orig.png?crop=263,263,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730825379480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kimberly-johns"},{"teacherId":3562754,"projectId":9882447,"letterContent":"Thank you so much once again for supporting our reading intervention classroom! Your generous donation of art supplies (crayons, markers, colored pencils) and small rewards makes a real difference for our students who need extra support with foundational reading skills. Because of your kindness, our lessons will be more engaging, our classroom more joyful, and our students better equipped to build skills, confidence, and a lasting love of reading. We are deeply grateful for your support and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1763385658681,"projectUrl":"project/creative-readers/9882447/","projectTitle":"Creative Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Serwinski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3562754_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1513022036816","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3562754"},{"teacherId":3562754,"projectId":9876695,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our reading intervention project. Your generosity means so much to our classroom. As a reading specialist, I work with small groups of students who need extra help with decoding, sight words, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Your gift of a magnetic mini whiteboard and dry‑erase markers will make our short, targeted lessons clearer and more engaging, and will help students practice skills in a hands‑on, visible way. The other materials will keep our classroom organized, sanitary, and ready for learning every day. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and for investing in our readers' futures!","fullyFundedDate":1763167845849,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-small-group-reading/9876695/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Small Group Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Serwinski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3562754_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1513022036816","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3562754"},{"teacherId":10187711,"projectId":9621310,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom through this project! The organizational materials you provided have made an immediate impact on our learning environment. Students now have designated folders and easy access to all the needed supplies to support their learning, which has eliminated so much of the daily disruption of searching for materials. Students have really taken ownership over their materials and work packets because of our classroom organizational system. Your contribution has helped create a more efficient and focused classroom where students can try their best every day to direct their energy toward course content. I'm grateful for your investment in student success in my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1755716345756,"projectUrl":"project/organized-minds-engaged-hearts-supplie/9621310/","projectTitle":"Organized Minds, Engaged Hearts: Supplies for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Westlund","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10187711_orig.jpg?crop=370,370,x339,y230&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755632463903","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10187711"},{"teacherId":9693242,"projectId":9657357,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to my sensory this, sensory that classroom project. My students and I are immensely grateful. The items purchased have worked wonders for keeping the students calm. \r\n\r\nI have had students go to the figet box and happily pick out their favorite figet. They have the option to change figets and they have done so without hesitation. I have noticed that students who would frequently walk out of class have been staying in the classroom more. \r\n\r\nI want to thank you again for your donations.","fullyFundedDate":1757682702191,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-this-sensory-that/9657357/","projectTitle":"Sensory This, Sensory That","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gaines","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9693242_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743009879718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9693242"},{"teacherId":1616220,"projectId":9860810,"letterContent":"Having supplies to keep our room safe and clean is so essential to learning. The only thing is students shouldn't have to worry if they have a clean school. I love to make sure that when kids come into my class they have all they need. This way there's nothing for them to stress about. I can not say thank you enough. You have made a huge impact on so many students with your generosity. Thank you for believing in my dreams for my kids and my classroom. Without you I could never do the things I do. 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