{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Richard Bowling Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":57.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1496768,"projectId":10165142,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support in making our classroom spa day a reality! Because of your kindness, our project was fully funded, bringing soap, skincare products, bath steamers, spa headbands, and under-eye masks directly to our students.\r\n\r\nSchool can be full of daily pressures, and many of our students have never had the chance to experience a relaxing spa day. By earning these products through weekly positive behavior, our students are gaining more than just a fun reward—they are learning the value of responsibility, self-care, and stress management.\r\n\r\nYour support gives our students a dedicated space to relieve anxiety, boost their confidence, and take pride in their hard work. You have made a direct, positive impact on their mental health and well-being, helping them build healthy habits that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and showing them that their hard work and mental well-being matter!","fullyFundedDate":1777982631849,"projectUrl":"project/spa-day/10165142/","projectTitle":"Spa Day","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Wahid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1496768_orig.png?crop=578,578,x84,y31&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1792793440343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wahid"},{"teacherId":1496768,"projectId":10086268,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our elementary basketball program! Because of your kindness, our team is equipped with treat bags filled with PRIME drinks and candy to celebrate our young athletes' dedication, effort, and growth throughout the season.\r\n\r\nOur program uses basketball as a foundation for mentorship, character building, and leadership development. Dribbling and shooting are only part of the equation—what truly matters is helping our students build confidence, teamwork, and resilience. Having these special treat bags allows us as coaches to meaningfully recognize positive behaviors like active listening, accountability, kindness, and sportsmanship. Rather than focusing solely on the scoreboard, these incentives reinforce showing up, persevering through challenges, and lifting up teammates.\r\n\r\nFor many of our players, especially those who thrive on structured encouragement, these moments of recognition make them feel deeply valued and proud of their hard work. You have helped us build a supportive, empowering team culture where our students are excited to grow both as athletes and as individuals.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our players and investing in their success on and off the court!","fullyFundedDate":1774077303792,"projectUrl":"project/from-practice-to-prime-time/10086268/","projectTitle":"From Practice to Prime Time","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Wahid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1496768_orig.png?crop=578,578,x84,y31&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1792793440343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wahid"},{"teacherId":1496768,"projectId":10185138,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of your kindness, our DonorsChoose project has been fully funded, bringing a set of wonderful self-care and wellness rewards—including tea, aromatherapy candles, headbands, chocolate, and sheet masks—directly to our students.\r\n\r\nYour donation does so much more than provide special items. It builds an engaging, positive learning environment where hard work, responsibility, and supportive behavior are actively recognized and celebrated. As my students work toward their academic and behavioral goals, tracking their progress to earn these items gives them a tangible sense of achievement.\r\n\r\nWhen they gather to enjoy their relaxing self-care celebration, they won't just be taking a well-deserved break—they will be learning lifelong habits around balance, stress management, and self-reflection.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their growth, well-being, and success. We are deeply grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1778224329548,"projectUrl":"project/relaxation-rewards-for-hardworking-stude/10185138/","projectTitle":"Relaxation Rewards for Hardworking Students","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Wahid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1496768_orig.png?crop=578,578,x84,y31&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1792793440343","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wahid"},{"teacherId":10431960,"projectId":10436674,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Because of your support, every single item in our project, from the folders and pencil holders to the ten-frame class set and pencils, has arrived and found a designated home waiting in our first-grade classroom. When the boxes arrived and we opened them up, my students were excited to use them and were surprised to know they had their own. There was an immediate wave of excitement as they organized their new supplies, and a wonderful moment happened during our very first math center rotation when every child grabbed a folder and a ten-frame right from its spot to begin hands-on counting without hunting for materials.\r\n​We are wasting no time putting these fantastic resources to work as we dive into building number sense with our ten-frame class set, allowing students to physically explore counting daily. With our fresh supply of pencils stored right in our community supply cups, children are also able to grab a sharp, ready-to-write tool instantly whenever it is time to write. Furthermore, the new folders and pencil holders are keeping our student desks and supply stations perfectly organized, ensuring that transitions throughout the day run smoothly and stress-free.\r\n\r\n​Thank you again for investing in my students and believing in our classroom. Your kindness has given these children the tools and the orderly environment they need to grow, focus, and thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1789053451616,"projectUrl":"project/from-pencils-to-ten-frames-equipping-ou/10436674/","projectTitle":"From Pencils to Ten-Frames: Equipping Our First Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10431960_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770692500012","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10431960"},{"teacherId":10171282,"projectId":10412232,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping provide my first graders with these back-to-school essentials! These materials have become an important part of our classroom and have helped us create a learning environment where students feel prepared, focused, and celebrated.\r\n\r\nThe privacy folders have been especially helpful during independent work and assessments. They give students their own workspace and help minimize distractions so they can focus and show what they know. Our erasers are used every day as students practice new skills, make corrections, and learn that making mistakes is simply part of learning.\r\n\r\nWe have also enjoyed using the chalk for fun outdoor learning activities, giving students opportunities to move, create, and practice skills outside of the traditional classroom setting. The birthday crowns have added an extra-special touch to our classroom celebrations. My students love being recognized on their birthdays and feeling like the star of the day!\r\n\r\nWe will continue using these materials throughout the school year as students become more independent, build new skills, and create special classroom memories together. Thank you for helping me provide both the everyday essentials and the little extras that make my students feel supported and special. We truly appreciate your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1785332709727,"projectUrl":"project/everything-we-need-for-a-great-start/10412232/","projectTitle":"Everything We Need for a Great Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blount","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10171282_orig.jpg?crop=1317,1317,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755739695494","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171282"},{"teacherId":10171282,"projectId":10409327,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing my students with these much-needed classroom essentials! My first graders were so excited to see the new supplies, and we have already been putting them to great use throughout our school day.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have made a huge difference during independent learning and technology time. Students are able to listen to their individual activities without being distracted by the sounds from other devices around the classroom. This has helped them stay focused and work more independently at their own pace.\r\n\r\nWe have also been using the scissors, colored paper, and colored pencils for projects, writing activities, crafts, and hands-on lessons. My students especially love having opportunities to add their own creativity to their work. These supplies may seem simple, but they are materials we use regularly and they make so many of our classroom activities possible.\r\n\r\nAs we continue learning new skills throughout the year, these resources will be used across reading, writing, math, science, and social studies. Thank you for making sure my students have the tools they need to learn, create, and confidently complete their work each day. We are so grateful for your support of our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1785332715435,"projectUrl":"project/the-tools-we-need-to-learn-and-create/10409327/","projectTitle":"The Tools We Need to Learn and Create","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blount","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10171282_orig.jpg?crop=1317,1317,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755739695494","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171282"},{"teacherId":10171282,"projectId":10387574,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students and helping make our classroom learning even more interactive! My students were so excited to see the new materials, especially the paddle dry erase boards and scented markers. They could not wait to start using them during our lessons!\r\n\r\nThe paddle boards have quickly become one of our favorite classroom tools. We use them during math, phonics, reading, and small-group instruction. Instead of only calling on one student to answer a question, every student can write their answer and hold up their board at the same time. This gives everyone an opportunity to participate and allows me to quickly see who understands a skill and who may need a little more support. My students love revealing their answers, and I have seen them become more confident about sharing their thinking.\r\n\r\nThe supply caddies have also helped keep our tables organized and make materials easily accessible during lessons and group activities. Of course, the scented markers have added an extra bit of excitement to our learning and are always a favorite!\r\n\r\nWe will continue using these materials as we learn new reading, phonics, writing, and math skills throughout the year. Thank you for providing my students with resources that make learning engaging, hands-on, and fun. Your generosity has helped give every student in our classroom another way to participate, learn, and feel successful!","fullyFundedDate":1784925244836,"projectUrl":"project/every-student-deserves-to-participate/10387574/","projectTitle":"Every Student Deserves to Participate","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blount","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10171282_orig.jpg?crop=1317,1317,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755739695494","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171282"},{"teacherId":10171282,"projectId":10421007,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us create a more organized and welcoming learning space! The new shelves and storage bins have made such a difference in how we organize and use our classroom materials each day.\r\n\r\nMy students now have designated spaces for supplies, learning centers, and hands-on activities. They are learning where materials belong and are becoming more independent when getting what they need and putting items away. It has been wonderful to see them take more responsibility for keeping our classroom organized and caring for the materials we all share.\r\n\r\nThese resources have also made our classroom routines run more smoothly. Having materials organized and easily accessible means we can spend less time searching for supplies and more time learning, working in small groups, and participating in activities.\r\n\r\nAs we continue throughout the school year, we will keep building independence and responsibility by encouraging students to take ownership of our classroom space. Thank you for helping us create a classroom that is organized, functional, and ready for learning every day. Your generosity is truly appreciated by both me and my students!","fullyFundedDate":1786070773588,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-everything-a-space-to-grow/10421007/","projectTitle":"A Place for Everything, A Space to Grow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blount","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10171282_orig.jpg?crop=1317,1317,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755739695494","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171282"},{"teacherId":10171282,"projectId":10412241,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping bring new games and activities into our classroom! My students were so excited when they saw all of the new choices they would have for Indoor Recess and Fun Fridays. They immediately wanted to explore the games, build, play, and share the activities with their friends.\r\n\r\nThese resources have made our classroom fun time even more meaningful. Students are learning how to take turns, share materials, follow rules, solve problems, and work together. I have loved watching them teach one another how to play a game, work together to build something, and even practice handling winning and losing in a positive way.\r\n\r\nThe games and activities also give my students something to look forward to after working hard throughout the week. Fun Friday has become a time for them to recharge, enjoy their classmates, and strengthen friendships while still practicing important social and problem-solving skills.\r\n\r\nWe will continue using these resources throughout the school year during Indoor Recess, Fun Fridays, and other special classroom moments. Thank you for giving my students opportunities to learn through play, build friendships, and make fun memories together. Your support has helped make our classroom an even happier and more engaging place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1785332709461,"projectUrl":"project/play-learn-and-grow-together/10412241/","projectTitle":"Play, Learn, and Grow Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blount","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10171282_orig.jpg?crop=1317,1317,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755739695494","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171282"},{"teacherId":10171282,"projectId":10409398,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my students and our classroom! My students were extremely excited when they saw the new squishy toys, slime, and special treats. They could not wait to learn how they could earn them!\r\n\r\nThese rewards have been a great addition to our classroom and have helped make recognizing positive choices even more exciting. Students are able to earn rewards for following classroom expectations, showing kindness, working hard, making improvements, and being responsible. It has been wonderful to see how proud they are when their hard work is recognized and they get to choose something they have been working toward.\r\n\r\nMore importantly, these materials have helped us continue building a positive classroom community where students understand that their choices, effort, and growth matter. As we continue through the school year, students will keep working toward their academic and behavior goals while learning to encourage and celebrate one another.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me create special moments for my students and for giving me another way to celebrate their accomplishments. Your generosity has brought so much excitement to our classroom, and we truly appreciate your investment in my first graders!","fullyFundedDate":1785332709603,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-positive-choices-every-day/10409398/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Positive Choices Every Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blount","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10171282_orig.jpg?crop=1317,1317,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755739695494","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171282"},{"teacherId":6765024,"projectId":10495182,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my \"Let's Save the Earth\" project. This project has allowed me to purchase an electric composter for our grade level so that our children can learn about how to reduce food waste and use the compost in our class gardens.\r\n\r\nMy students are so excited to know that they are helping to make a difference to our earth by reducing food waste and love participating in the process of creating compost for our class garden. Thank you so much for helping me teach our children that they can make a difference in their world.","fullyFundedDate":1788870608365,"projectUrl":"project/lets-save-the-earth/10495182/","projectTitle":"Let's Save the Earth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maniscalco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6765024_orig.jpg?crop=1780,1780,x0,y166&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1621355835210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6765024"},{"teacherId":6765024,"projectId":10169993,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind donation to my \"Charged, Excited, and Ready to Learn\" project. This project has allowed me to purchase enough iPad chargers and a docking station to keep in the classroom. By having it in my classroom, I am able to keep my iPads charged so that my students can utilize them daily during math and literacy stations. This allows us to incorporate technology into our every day learning. It also encourages my students to be responsible for keeping their iPads charged and put away in a safe place. 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