{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Robert B Pollock Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2769636,"projectId":10281358,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation of a class set of A Place for Bats by Melissa Stewart!\r\n\r\nOur class was absolutely thrilled when the boxes arrived. Because of your kindness, every single student now has their own copy to hold, read, and learn from. We have already started diving into the book, and it has sparked amazing conversations about wildlife conservation, ecosystems, and how we can protect bats in our own community.\r\n\r\nYour support means the world to us and has truly enriched our reading and science curriculum. 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We have already started diving into the book, and it has sparked amazing conversations about wildlife conservation, ecosystems, and how we can protect bats in our own community.\r\n\r\nYour support means the world to us and has truly enriched our reading and science curriculum. Thank you for investing in our education and helping us become more curious, compassionate citizens.","fullyFundedDate":1778786931617,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-instruction-for-all-pollinator/10272092/","projectTitle":"Literacy Instruction for All (Pollinators)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Park","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2769636_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778525187060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/writingwithmisspark"},{"teacherId":10505242,"projectId":10278968,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing the Visual Volume Guide into our classroom! Your generosity has already made a wonderful difference in our day.\r\n\r\nWe are going to keep using the guide to practice managing our own voice levels during different tasks. The kids are already treating it like a fun game, and we are excited to see how it helps us stay focused and mindful of one another as we dive into our upcoming lessons.\r\n\r\nThank you again for giving us a tool that has already made our classroom a calmer, happier place to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1778858743204,"projectUrl":"project/our-visual-volume-guide/10278968/","projectTitle":"Our Visual Volume Guide","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Skogen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10505242_orig.png?crop=934,934,x0,y28&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778261341637","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10505242"},{"teacherId":5622584,"projectId":10278648,"letterContent":"I wanted to send a heartfelt thank you for providing math flash cards for my students. There is such a sense of pride when a student realizes they no longer need to count on their fingers because they've mastered a fact family.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students have a fun way to challenge themselves and their peers. Watching their speed and confidence grow every day is a highlight of our math block. Thank you for helping us make math a highlight of our day!\r\n\r\nThese flash cards will be sent home with each family at Back to School Night in the fall. 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This donation changes that!\r\n\r\nMy students will love having their very own copy to read along with and use for text dependent questions. Your donation means so much to my classroom, it gives me the ability to provide in ways I cannot afford to do myself. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1778001929031,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books/10201574/","projectTitle":"Books Books Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5622584_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535970118534","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/fjscott"},{"teacherId":5622584,"projectId":10186630,"letterContent":"My students did not receive these books yet, I am putting them into their summer send off buckets but I know they will really love receiving books about summer fun! Many of my students do not have access to quality books or have families that provide summertime library experiences. This will change that for them!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for donating to our classroom. My students are so deserving and oh so appreciative of anything that makes learning fun!\r\n\r\nBeing able to gift these books to my kids means the world to me. Your generosity is very much appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1778521010769,"projectUrl":"project/summer-reading/10186630/","projectTitle":"Summer Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5622584_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1535970118534","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/fjscott"},{"teacherId":4397790,"projectId":10109665,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, our classroom is now filled with hands on sensory materials that are helping my students learn, grow, and connect in meaningful ways every single day. Thank you for fully funding our project, Squeeze, Roll, Learn! Sensory Fun for Autism Success.\r\n\r\nThe Play-Doh and fine motor tools you provided have quickly become some of the most loved and beneficial materials in our classroom. My students are strengthening the small muscles in their hands while squeezing, rolling, cutting, and molding creations with excitement and pride. These activities are helping improve skills they use for writing, cutting, coloring, and everyday independence.\r\n\r\nBeyond fine motor growth, these materials have created beautiful opportunities for social learning. Students are practicing sharing, turn-taking, requesting materials, and engaging with peers during center time in ways that feel natural and fun. Watching students communicate, laugh together, and celebrate each other's creations has been incredibly special.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has given my students access to sensory rich learning experiences that support both their academic and social-emotional development. Thank you for believing in my classroom and helping create a space where my students can thrive, explore, and build confidence through play.","fullyFundedDate":1778543408753,"projectUrl":"project/squeeze-roll-learn-sensory-fun-for-au/10109665/","projectTitle":"Squeeze, Roll, Learn! Sensory Fun for Autism Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jost","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4397790_orig.jpg?crop=1284,1284,x0,y286&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753402110525","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msjostt"},{"teacherId":3075528,"projectId":9981405,"letterContent":"To our wonderful donors,\r\n\r\nI wanted to send a sincere thank you for your incredible support of our Project Supply Restock!\r\n\r\nThere is a special kind of magic that happens in a classroom when students have the right tools at their fingertips. Because of your generosity, we no longer have to \"make do\" with dried-out markers, broken folders, or a shortage of paper. Instead, our students can dive straight into their projects with confidence, knowing they have exactly what they need to bring their ideas to life.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has done more than just fill our cabinets; it has reinvigorated our classroom's creative energy. When students see a fresh supply of materials, they feel that their work is important and that their community is invested in their education. Thank you for clearing away the obstacles and helping us keep the momentum going for the rest of the year!","fullyFundedDate":1778016239235,"projectUrl":"project/supply-restock/9981405/","projectTitle":"Supply Restock!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Caldwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3075528_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693410587034","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/f-caldwelliv"},{"teacherId":3075528,"projectId":9984373,"letterContent":"A huge thank you for your incredible support of our Hydration Station! It might seem like a small thing, but having easy access to drinks throughout the day has made a world of difference for my students.\r\n\r\nWhen our bodies are hydrated, our brains are ready to work. Because of your generosity, my students aren't just sitting in class, they are alert, refreshed, and focused. You've helped eliminate the distraction of thirst and replaced it with the energy they need to tackle everything from tough math problems to creative writing.\r\n\r\nThank you for recognizing that a healthy body is the foundation for a sharp mind. Your kindness has made our classroom a more comfortable, supportive place for everyone to grow. We are so grateful to have you in our corner!","fullyFundedDate":1770997217389,"projectUrl":"project/hydration-station-refreshing-minds-and/9984373/","projectTitle":"Hydration Station: Refreshing Minds and Bodies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Caldwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3075528_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693410587034","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/f-caldwelliv"},{"teacherId":2769636,"projectId":10197298,"letterContent":"I wanted to share my sincere thanks for the class set of Off to Class. Having a copy for every student allows us to dive deep into the vibrant photos and diverse stories together. It is an incredible tool for our social studies and literacy blocks, helping my students see themselves as part of a global community. We are so grateful for your support! This resource is invaluable for meeting our second-grade curriculum goals regarding global communities and resourcefulness. Because of your generosity, my students are not just learning to read—they are learning about the resilience of peers across the globe. Thank you for investing in their growth as global citizens.","fullyFundedDate":1778096656052,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-instruction-for-all-schools-a/10197298/","projectTitle":"Literacy Instruction for ALL - Schools Around the World","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Park","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2769636_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778525187060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/writingwithmisspark"},{"teacherId":3837655,"projectId":10109397,"letterContent":"The transformation in our Philadelphia kindergarten classroom over the past few weeks has been nothing short of inspiring, and it is all thanks to your generous support. In an Autism Support setting, play is the primary vehicle for essential developmental milestones, and the fine motor tools you provided, the sorting dinosaurs, cutting fruits and veggies, and motor sorting jars, have become the cornerstone of our daily progress. For my students, mastering the pincer grasp with a colorful dinosaur or navigating the resistance of velcro vegetables isn't just a classroom activity, it is the fundamental building block for future independence. These materials provide the precise sensory feedback and physical challenge necessary to bridge the gap between struggling with basic movements and gaining the coordination required to hold a pencil or button a coat.\r\n\r\nBeyond the physical development, your contribution has fostered a sense of confidence and focus that was previously difficult to achieve. Watching a student transition from frustration to a smile of triumph as they successfully navigate the sorting jars is a testament to the power of having the right resources. In a large urban district like ours, these specialized tools are often luxuries we go without, yet they are the very things that make the curriculum accessible for neurodivergent learners. By investing in our classroom, you have sent a powerful message to these children and their families that their growth is valued. You haven't just donated supplies; you have provided the literal hand-up my students need to interact with the world around them more autonomously and successfully.","fullyFundedDate":1771721544507,"projectUrl":"project/get-a-grip-on-learning-fine-motor-skill/10109397/","projectTitle":"Get a Grip on Learning: Fine Motor Skills for Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Abusaad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3837655_orig.png?crop=626,625,x0,y29&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771507247726","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3837655"},{"teacherId":9432687,"projectId":9963552,"letterContent":"I am reaching out with immense gratitude to thank you for funding our classroom snack project. In our Philadelphia kindergarten autism support classroom, a simple snack is often the bridge between a challenging morning and a successful afternoon. For many of my students, sensory processing and emotional regulation are tied closely to physical comfort. Having a dedicated supply of snacks means that when a student is feeling overwhelmed or hangry, we have a healthy, reliable way to help them reset and find their focus again.\r\n\r\nBeyond basic nutrition, these snacks serve as a powerful teaching tool. We use snack time as a natural opportunity to work on functional communication, teaching students to use their voices, signs, or communication devices to make choices and express their preferences. It is also a time when we practice social skills like turn-taking and sitting together as a community. Because of your generosity, I no longer have to worry about a student struggling through a lesson on an empty stomach, allowing us to spend more time on the milestones that matter.\r\n\r\nIn a high-need urban environment, your contribution provides a sense of stability that my students truly rely on. It ensures that our classroom is a place where their most basic needs are met with dignity and care. Thank you for investing in our students' well-being and for making sure they have the fuel they need to grow, learn, and thrive every single day. 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