{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Roanoke Avenue Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":19.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":228545,"projectId":10022550,"letterContent":"The Tepper Foundation brought the biggest smiles to 25 2nd graders! Their generosity and caring was over the top. These students felt special and couldn't believe their eyes. As I showed them all of the things that they received to provide them comfort, I even saw tears! They were overjoyed and so very excited to use it all! They all said, \"Thank you\", and I can tell.you they meant it! \r\n There's nothing better than seeing a child experience joy! It was better than any Christmas they ever had, I can assure you. I'm sure you'll be thought of often, even in the summer as they continue to enjoy their donations.\r\n You made a difference! You made them feel so very special! It will be a memory that lasts a lifetime!","fullyFundedDate":1768621780632,"projectUrl":"project/shine-2nd-graders-with-rays-of-comfort/10022550/","projectTitle":"Shine 2nd Graders With Rays of Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. T.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp228545_orig.jpg?crop=3000,3000,x0,y140&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675121970238","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrssd2e"},{"teacherId":253575,"projectId":9806140,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Creating Science and Literacy Explorers in Pre-K project through DonorsChoose. Because of your generosity, our youngest learners now have exciting new opportunities to explore, discover, and grow every single day.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped us bring science and literacy to life in our classroom. Through hands-on experiments, and interactive learning materials, our Pre-K students are building curiosity, confidence, and a love for learning. They are asking questions, making predictions, learning new vocabulary, and developing critical early reading and problem-solving skills.\r\n\r\nAt this age, children are natural explorers. With the resources you provided, they are observing the world around them, experimenting with new ideas, and strengthening their language skills as they describe what they see and discover. These experiences are laying a strong foundation for future academic success.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your kindness shows our students that there are people beyond their classroom who believe in them and care about their education. That message is powerful.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our students, families, and school community, thank you for investing in our little scientists and readers. Your generosity is making a lasting difference.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1769814829507,"projectUrl":"project/creating-science-and-literacy-explorers/9806140/","projectTitle":"Creating Science and Literacy Explorers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp253575_orig.jpg?crop=773,773,x0,y43&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770226775447","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/253575"},{"teacherId":281959,"projectId":10021297,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping make our new seating choices and blankets possible. When the students first saw them, their excitement filled the room. They couldn't wait to pick their spots, try out the new seating, and wrap themselves in the cozy blankets. Your generosity immediately made our classroom feel even more welcoming and comfortable.\r\n\r\nThe blankets have quickly become a favorite during reading time. Students love cuddling up with a good book, and on chilly mornings they are especially grateful for the extra warmth. The seating choices have also made a meaningful difference in how students learn. Being able to gently move their bodies while working helps them stay engaged and focused throughout the day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students now have a learning space that supports both their comfort and their ability to concentrate. Your generosity has made a real impact, and we are so thankful for the care you have shown our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768613615151,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-and-cozy-learning-that-shows-we-ca/10021297/","projectTitle":"Comfy and Cozy Learning that Shows We Care","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hughes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/281959"},{"teacherId":253575,"projectId":10050646,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Pre-K classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to sensory toys and calming resources that are already making a meaningful difference in their daily school experience.\r\n\r\nFor many young children, school can be overwhelming. They are learning how to separate from family, navigate social interactions, and manage big emotions—all while adjusting to routines and expectations. The sensory materials you provided are helping my students feel safe, calm, and cared for throughout the school day. These resources give them the comfort they need when emotions feel too big for words.\r\n\r\nSince introducing these sensory tools into our classroom, I've noticed students using them to self-soothe, regulate their emotions, and refocus on learning. A child who once struggled during transitions now reaches for a calming toy to help regain control. Another student uses sensory materials during quiet moments to feel grounded and secure. These may seem like small steps, but for young learners, they are powerful moments of growth.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped create a nurturing environment where emotional needs are met alongside academic learning. When students feel safe and supported, they are more willing to take risks, engage with peers, and participate in classroom activities. The calming sensory materials allow children to reset when they feel overwhelmed, which leads to fewer meltdowns, stronger self-regulation skills, and more joyful learning moments.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is a warmer, more supportive space where children feel secure, engaged, and ready to learn. Your kindness and generosity have had a lasting impact on my students, and I am incredibly grateful for your belief in their well-being and success.","fullyFundedDate":1769278220974,"projectUrl":"project/creating-calm/10050646/","projectTitle":"Creating Calm","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Barth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp253575_orig.jpg?crop=773,773,x0,y43&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770226775447","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/253575"},{"teacherId":9217656,"projectId":10006315,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project, Who Would Win? Engaging Early Readers & Nonfiction for Everyone! Your generosity has made an incredible difference in our classroom and in the lives of my students. Because of you, my students now have access to engaging, high-interest nonfiction and early reader books that meet them exactly where they are while encouraging them to grow as confident readers.\r\n\r\nThe Who Would Win? series has quickly become one of the most requested and talked-about books in our classroom. These texts are especially powerful for my students because they combine exciting topics with accessible language, making reading feel fun, achievable, and meaningful. Even students who previously struggled to stay engaged during reading time are now eager to participate, ask questions, and share what they've learned. The excitement these books bring has helped foster a love of reading while strengthening important skills such as comprehension, vocabulary development, and critical thinking.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, having books they are excited to read makes all the difference. These resources allow them to build independence, confidence, and a sense of pride in their learning. Your support has not only expanded our classroom library, but it has also created opportunities for meaningful conversations, curiosity-driven learning, and joyful reading experiences every single day.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in my students. Your generosity has had a lasting impact, and because of you, my students feel supported, valued, and inspired to keep learning. Thank you for investing in their futures and helping to make reading accessible and exciting for everyone.","fullyFundedDate":1768591665966,"projectUrl":"project/who-would-win-engaging-early-readers-/10006315/","projectTitle":"Who Would Win? Engaging Early Readers & Nonfiction for Everyone!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lutz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217656_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693245392642","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9217656"},{"teacherId":9217656,"projectId":10022977,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Warmth, Care, and Full Bellies for Our Students.\" Your generosity has made an immediate and meaningful impact on our Title I students and our classroom community.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students now have access to warm hats and gloves to help them stay comfortable during the colder months, as well as snacks that ensure they are not trying to learn on empty stomachs. For many of our students, these basic necessities are not always guaranteed, and your support has helped remove barriers that can get in the way of learning.\r\n\r\nYou also provided essential supplies that help our classroom run smoothly and allow students to focus on what truly matters—learning, growing, and feeling safe and supported at school. These items may seem small, but to our students, they mean comfort, care, and the reassurance that someone is looking out for them.\r\n\r\nYour kindness goes far beyond the materials you donated. You showed our students that their well-being matters and that there are people in their community who believe in them. We are so grateful for your compassion and generosity.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a powerful difference in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768623248700,"projectUrl":"project/warmth-care-and-full-bellies-for-our-s/10022977/","projectTitle":"Warmth, Care, and Full Bellies for Our Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lutz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217656_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693245392642","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9217656"},{"teacherId":9217656,"projectId":9882319,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom games project. Because of you, my third-grade students now have access to engaging games that make learning fun, supportive, and successful.\r\n\r\nFor my students, games are much more than play. They help build important skills such as turn-taking, communication, problem-solving, and perseverance in a low-pressure and motivating way. Many of my students struggle with confidence during traditional academic tasks, but these games allow them to practice skills while feeling successful and proud of their efforts.\r\n\r\nI have already seen students working together, encouraging one another, and staying engaged for longer periods of time. These experiences strengthen not only academic skills, but also social development and self-esteem that will support them beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in the daily lives of my students. Thank you for believing in them and for helping create a classroom where every child feels capable, included, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1766969239979,"projectUrl":"project/learning-cooperation-through-play/9882319/","projectTitle":"Learning Cooperation Through Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lutz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217656_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693245392642","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9217656"},{"teacherId":10255613,"projectId":9714461,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our Special Education Classroom Needs: Flexible Seating to Support Learning project. Your kindness and support mean more than words can express.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom now has flexible seating options and a visual timer that are already making a meaningful difference for our students. Flexible seating helps our learners stay comfortable, regulated, and engaged, allowing them to focus on learning in a way that best meets their individual needs. The timer has been especially helpful in supporting transitions, reducing anxiety, and promoting independence throughout the school day.","fullyFundedDate":1764722135589,"projectUrl":"project/special-education-classroom-needs-flexib/9714461/","projectTitle":"Special Education Classroom Needs Flexible Seating to Support Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stumpf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10255613_orig.png?crop=372,372,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757631469794","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10255613"},{"teacherId":9217656,"projectId":9924486,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Bringing Our Learning to Life With Color! Your generosity has already made a meaningful impact in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students now have access to vibrant, colorful materials that have transformed the way they learn. The new color printer has allowed us to create engaging visuals, individualized learning supports, and hands-on activities that truly meet the needs of our students. Color has made directions clearer, assignments more accessible, and learning more exciting for everyone.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, many students benefit from visual supports, color-coded materials, and clear examples. Thanks to your donation, students are more focused, more confident, and more independent in their work. They are proud to see their learning displayed in color, and it has helped boost their motivation and engagement each day.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support has shown our students that there are people beyond our classroom who believe in them and want them to succeed. That message is powerful and lasting.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for investing in our students and helping bring our learning to life with color. We truly could not have done this without you!","fullyFundedDate":1764702993324,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-our-learning-to-life-with-color/9924486/","projectTitle":"Bringing Our Learning to Life With Color!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lutz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217656_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693245392642","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9217656"},{"teacherId":9217656,"projectId":9596513,"letterContent":"Your donation will open doors for my students that many take for granted. With access to an iPad, my learners will be able to communicate more effectively, engage with lessons at their own pace, and build confidence as independent learners. This tool will give them a voice, literally and figuratively. It will empower them to show what they know in ways that fit their unique abilities.\r\n\r\nEvery tap, every word spoken through an app, and every new skill mastered will represent a step toward independence and self-expression. Your support helps create a classroom where all students can connect, grow, and shine. Thank you for believing in their potential and helping them find their voice.","fullyFundedDate":1760619409302,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-learning-an-ipad-for-my-amazi/9596513/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Learning: An iPad for My Amazing Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lutz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217656_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693245392642","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9217656"},{"teacherId":9217656,"projectId":9297175,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students have been busy learning, planting, and growing, both in knowledge and in our school garden! The resources from Growing Minds and Gardens in Our Farming Community have brought hands-on learning to life. Students have been using the new materials to explore plant life cycles, soil health, and the importance of sustainable farming right in their own community.\r\n\r\nOne of the most memorable moments sofar has been watching the excitement as students planted their first seeds inside. (Pumpkins!) They eagerly are checked each day for signs of growth, and are celebrating every sprout and leaf. For many, this was their first time planting, and it has sparked a new appreciation for where our food comes from and how much care goes into growing it.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the students were thrilled—they couldn't wait to unpack everything and get started. Their curiosity and enthusiasm have made our garden lessons come alive in ways that simply wouldn't have been possible before.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be expanding our project to include data collection and journaling, allowing students to track growth patterns, weather effects, and soil conditions. These experiences are helping them become thoughtful, hands-on scientists and responsible members of our farming community.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our students grow—both in the garden and in their minds!","fullyFundedDate":1756417534919,"projectUrl":"project/growing-minds-and-gardens-in-our-farming/9297175/","projectTitle":"Growing Minds and Gardens in Our Farming Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lutz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9217656_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693245392642","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9217656"},{"teacherId":253575,"projectId":9504124,"letterContent":"I was beyond shocked that this was fully funded. My shock then turned to joy when I realized how much fun my new little pre-k friends are going to have using it all. \r\n\r\nThey are already excited to see all the packages . We are going to start our next units soon and all of your support is going to enhance our learning. Pre-k is a new adventure for me and knowing that I now have so many resources to use and share with my students fills my heart with happiness. \r\n\r\n Thank you for your generosity and support. 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