{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Roger Gehring Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":52.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6330855,"projectId":8298170,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books to our classroom. Because of you, my students are using these new books every day during read-aloud time, small-group lessons, and independent reading. One especially meaningful moment was watching students eagerly choose books, carefully turning pages, and excitedly sharing pictures and stories with their classmates. The books have helped strengthen our lessons and encouraged a love of reading in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new books, their reactions were priceless. Their faces lit up with excitement as they explored the colorful covers and asked if we could read them right away. Many students immediately found favorite stories and proudly carried books to their reading spots. Your generosity made them feel valued and excited about learning.","fullyFundedDate":1712349797695,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-classroom-library/8298170/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6330855_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1552581539085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6330855"},{"teacherId":4230464,"projectId":9664254,"letterContent":"Because of your generous support, our classroom student store has become a meaningful and motivating part of our learning community. The supplies funded through this DonorsChoose project have had a powerful impact on my students by supporting positive behavior, responsibility, and goal-setting in a way that is developmentally appropriate and exciting for second graders.\r\n\r\nThe student store is more than just a place to exchange rewards—it is a tool for teaching life skills. Through this system, students earn classroom currency by demonstrating positive behaviors such as kindness, effort, teamwork, and responsibility. Having a well-stocked student store gives students a clear purpose for their hard work and encourages them to make thoughtful choices throughout the school day. Because of your donation, students are motivated to do their best and take pride in their accomplishments.\r\n\r\nThese supplies have helped students practice important math and decision-making skills. When students visit the store, they count money, compare prices, budget their earnings, and decide whether to save or spend. These real-world experiences reinforce classroom lessons and make learning meaningful and engaging. Students are excited to participate, and they often discuss their goals with classmates, building communication and social skills along the way.\r\n\r\nEqually important, the student store promotes equity and inclusion. All students have access to the same opportunities to earn rewards through positive choices and effort. No child is excluded, and every student feels recognized for their contributions to the classroom community. This has helped create a positive environment where students support one another and celebrate each other's success.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donation goes beyond motivation. The student store has helped foster independence, self-control, and perseverance. Students learn to delay gratification, set goals, and reflect on their choices. These are skills that will benefit them far beyond second grade and help prepare them for future academic and personal success.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, having these supplies allows me to reinforce positive behavior in a consistent and meaningful way. Instead of focusing on what students are doing wrong, I am able to highlight and celebrate what they are doing right. This has strengthened relationships, improved classroom behavior, and created a joyful learning atmosphere.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and supporting their growth. Your generosity has helped create a classroom where positive behavior is encouraged, learning is celebrated, and students feel proud of their achievements. The student store supplies you provided will continue to make a difference every day, and we are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1757103393113,"projectUrl":"project/student-store/9664254/","projectTitle":"Student Store","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Warner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4230464_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1573046444457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-m-warner"},{"teacherId":4230464,"projectId":9633645,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, my students now have the classroom supplies they need to feel confident, supported, and excited about learning each day. These materials have made an immediate and meaningful impact on our classroom environment and on my students' ability to fully participate in lessons. Having consistent access to high-quality supplies allows students to focus on learning rather than worrying about what they may be missing.\r\n\r\nIn our second-grade classroom, hands-on learning is essential. The supplies from this project are used daily during reading, writing, math, and small-group instruction. Students are now able to complete assignments independently, practice new skills, and engage more deeply in lessons because they have the proper tools at their fingertips. Whether they are writing stories, solving math problems, or participating in collaborative activities, these supplies support active learning and student success.\r\n\r\nOne of the most important impacts of this project is the sense of equity it has created in our classroom. Many of my students rely on school for essential learning materials. Because of your donation, every child has equal access to the same supplies, which helps build confidence and a strong sense of belonging. Students no longer feel singled out or left behind due to a lack of materials, and this has positively affected both classroom behavior and overall engagement.\r\n\r\nThe availability of these supplies has also allowed me to plan more meaningful and creative lessons. I am able to incorporate hands-on activities, small-group work, and independent practice more effectively, knowing that all students are prepared and equipped to participate. This has led to higher levels of student focus, collaboration, and enthusiasm for learning. Students are more willing to take academic risks and show pride in their work because they feel supported.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, these supplies have helped create a warm and welcoming classroom environment where students feel valued and cared for. When students see that their classroom is well-equipped and organized, it sends a powerful message that their education matters. This sense of care and stability is especially important for young learners and helps set the foundation for a positive attitude toward school.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a lasting difference in the daily experiences of my students. Because of you, they come to school ready to learn, eager to participate, and confident in their abilities. Thank you for investing in my classroom and in the success of every student. Your generosity truly helps shape a brighter future for our learners.","fullyFundedDate":1756487283167,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/9633645/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Warner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4230464_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1573046444457","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/a-m-warner"},{"teacherId":2522046,"projectId":9752344,"letterContent":"We are having so much fun using Flocabulary every day! It's a great way to fill extra minutes in class with some learning that doesn't feel like learning. We've used it to help us get our text features down pat. We love it for math. Our facts are so much quicker now. We are also currently into multiplication as we start getting excited about third grade already!! The catch songs help us learn in a differently way. Some students who do not always remain fully tuned in during whole group and small group lessons love the songs and sing along. We appreciate your generosity so much!","fullyFundedDate":1758828472310,"projectUrl":"project/flocabulary-rocks/9752344/","projectTitle":"Flocabulary Rocks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mattie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2522046"},{"teacherId":446255,"projectId":9479416,"letterContent":"I am absolutely thrilled to announce that our classroom \"Treasure Box\" has received an incredible delivery of brand-new, exciting prizes! This isn't just an inventory restock; it's a massive upgrade designed to bring extra motivation and smiles to every student.\r\n\r\nThe new supplies are a vibrant mix of fun and novelty, perfect for celebrating achievements and encouraging positive choices. I'm talking about colorful, squishy fidgets that are great for sensory breaks, bright mini-games, novelty pencils, fun erasers, and tiny, captivating trinkets that will make choosing a reward feel like winning the lottery.\r\n\r\nSeeing the sheer joy on a student's face when they get to pick a prize is one of the best parts of teaching. These fun supplies will ensure that earning a reward is always a highly anticipated and memorable event. They are essential tools for positive reinforcement, making good behavior and hard work instantly recognizable and excitingly rewarded! Get ready for a classroom filled with happy, motivated learners striving for their next great prize.","fullyFundedDate":1757683054647,"projectUrl":"project/fun-classroom-incentive/9479416/","projectTitle":"Fun Classroom Incentive","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Massy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp446255_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1534684971946","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/446255"},{"teacherId":2522046,"projectId":9578847,"letterContent":"Using highlighters has significantly improved the quality of our second graders' written responses. Highlighting key words in questions helps students clearly identify what is being asked, which leads to more focused and complete answers. Students are better able to organize their thoughts, stay on topic, and include all required parts of a response. Highlighters also provide a visual cue that supports our young writers in rereading and checking their work. As a result, students demonstrate stronger comprehension, clearer explanations, and greater confidence in their writing.","fullyFundedDate":1755566180478,"projectUrl":"project/highlighting-our-great-ideas/9578847/","projectTitle":"Highlighting Our Great Ideas","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mattie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2522046"},{"teacherId":3568807,"projectId":9338723,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support and for helping make our classroom a better place for learning and growth. Your generosity, encouragement, and involvement truly make all the difference in creating a productive, meaningful, and inspiring space for my students. Every contribution helps shape an environment where students feel valued, motivated, and ready to take on new challenges.\r\n\r\nIn the Gehring G.A.T.E. program, our goal is to foster creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking. These students thrive when given opportunities to explore ideas deeply, take intellectual risks, and collaborate with others who share their love of learning. Because of your ongoing support, our classroom has become a place where these goals come to life every day. The materials you provided help students transform abstract ideas into hands-on learning, turning curiosity into genuine discovery.\r\n\r\nThere is truly nothing better than seeing the faces of happy students who are excited to learn. When they walk into a space that feels inviting, well-equipped, and full of possibility, their energy changes. They become more confident, more engaged, and more willing to challenge themselves.\r\n\r\nOur classroom is more than four walls, it's a community built on curiosity, collaboration, and compassion.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for believing in our students and in the power of education. Together, we are building a space where curiosity thrives, ideas grow, and students feel inspired to reach their full potential. My G.A.T.E. classroom would not be the space it is today without your contributions, and I am endlessly appreciative for everything you do to make our learning environment shine.","fullyFundedDate":1746985938995,"projectUrl":"project/designing-success-a-workspace-that-insp/9338723/","projectTitle":"Designing Success: A Workspace That Inspires Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3568807_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470336394485","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3568807"},{"teacherId":8037559,"projectId":9111283,"letterContent":"When our students first saw the new robotics materials, their faces lit up with excitement and curiosity. Many immediately wanted to try out the Botley robots, eager to see how they moved and responded to different commands. One memorable moment was when a small group of students worked together to program Botley to navigate a maze they built out of classroom blocks. They cheered each time the robot made it through, problem-solved when it didn't, and celebrated their success as a team.\r\n\r\nThe shelving and organized storage have also made a huge difference. Students can now quickly find the charging cords, batteries, and accessories they need without losing valuable learning time. This has encouraged them to take more responsibility for the materials and treat the robotics equipment with care, knowing it helps everyone in the classroom.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our next step is to guide students into creating more complex coding sequences with the Botley robots. They will be challenged to design obstacle courses and program step-by-step solutions, building both their persistence and critical thinking skills. These projects will not only strengthen their understanding of robotics and coding but also prepare them for future STEM opportunities.","fullyFundedDate":1740885814889,"projectUrl":"project/robot-project/9111283/","projectTitle":"Robot Project","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Nakano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8037559_orig.png?crop=570,570,x143,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698863094293","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-nakano"},{"teacherId":8037559,"projectId":9278151,"letterContent":"When our new resources arrived, my students' excitement was priceless! The moment they saw the blocks, toy cars, animal figurines, and art supplies, their faces lit up with joy. One student immediately started building a tall tower with the blocks while another created a whole \"zoo\" with the animals, proudly explaining which animals lived together.\r\n\r\nWe recently used the materials for a STEM play project where students built roads and bridges with the blocks, then tested how many toy cars their structures could hold. This simple activity sparked problem-solving, teamwork, and lots of laughter. During art time, students have also been using the supplies to design colorful scenes for their animal figurines, combining creativity with storytelling.\r\n\r\nThe next step is to guide students in creating themed play stations—like a city, a farm, or an art gallery—where they can rotate, explore, and practice new skills. These resources definitely helped my students learn through play, and I can't wait to see where their creativity leads us next summer!","fullyFundedDate":1746570064814,"projectUrl":"project/summer-of-discovery-hands-on-learning-f/9278151/","projectTitle":"Summer of Discovery: Hands-On Learning for Special Education Students","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Nakano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8037559_orig.png?crop=570,570,x143,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698863094293","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-nakano"},{"teacherId":9503711,"projectId":8974813,"letterContent":"I'm thrilled to share the incredible impact your donation of books like Dog Man and The Babysitters Club has had on my students. These texts have not only brought new excitement into our classroom, but they've also opened up important learning opportunities for my young readers. These graphic novels and chapter books introduce essential literacy skills such as story structure, character development, and sequencing. They also encourage students to make inferences, predict plot twists, and connect the stories to their own lives. For students still building their reading confidence, the engaging visuals and relatable characters have been a perfect bridge to more complex texts.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is a highly interactive experience. Students engage in both independent reading and small group discussions, where they practice comprehension strategies and share their thoughts on the books. The new books have brought a sense of ownership to their reading journey. Many students now actively choose books from the Dog Man and The Babysitters Club series, and we've even had students excitedly discuss plot points and characters in ways I haven't seen before.\r\n\r\nThese books have truly ignited a new love of reading for many students who previously found reading a challenge. Thanks to your support, reading is now an exciting, shared experience in our classroom. Your generosity has made a lasting impact, and I'm excited to continue watching my students grow as readers. Thank you for believing in them and making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1743088036903,"projectUrl":"project/literary-leaders/8974813/","projectTitle":"Literary Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Librizzi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9503711_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y473&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725677682158","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9503711"},{"teacherId":3568807,"projectId":9293553,"letterContent":"Adding another 3D printer to our classroom has been a game-changer for student learning and creativity. With more access to this technology, students can now bring their designs to life faster and work on multiple projects at the same time without long wait times. This means more hands-on learning, deeper engagement in STEM, and increased opportunities for collaboration. Students are building problem-solving skills, exploring engineering concepts, and seeing their ideas transform from digital models to real-world prototypes. The extra printer has truly elevated our ability to integrate innovation and design thinking into every lesson. Thank you for your contributions!!","fullyFundedDate":1746498089749,"projectUrl":"project/double-the-3d-printers-double-the-possi/9293553/","projectTitle":"Double the 3D Printers, Double the Possibilities!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3568807_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470336394485","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3568807"},{"teacherId":2522046,"projectId":9311122,"letterContent":"The books we received for our library refresh have been beyond a huge hit!! Students are choosing reading over screen time in the classroom! The graphic novels are some of the students' favorites. They're quick to be snatched up from the library. The students are loving talking about their favorite parts. \r\n\r\nOur nonfiction books are big hits, too. We love the sports figures the most! The rest will also be fantastic choices for our project later this year learning about change makers. We can't wait to find out what historic figures inspire us. 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