{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Roger Gehring Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":54.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"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. 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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. 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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. Thanks again for your donation!","fullyFundedDate":1746584783373,"projectUrl":"project/big-library-refresh/9311122/","projectTitle":"Big Library Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mattie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2522046"},{"teacherId":10008569,"projectId":9295717,"letterContent":"I am overflowing with gratitude for the generosity you have shown my students and me. As a first-year teacher, I walked into this journey with excitement but also a lot of worry. How could I possibly make my classroom feel warm, inviting, and like a second home for my students on my own? Thanks to you, that dream has been brought to life, and it has made all the difference.\r\n\r\nOn Meet the Teacher night, I saw the magic you helped create with my own eyes. My students and their families walked in and immediately lit up. They were not just entering a classroom. They were stepping into a space that felt cozy, welcoming, and alive with possibility. Children were pointing at the little details, gasping with excitement, and telling me how happy they were to be part of this classroom family. That sense of belonging, joy, and eagerness to learn would never have been possible without your support.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my classroom is more than four walls filled with desks. It is a second home where students feel safe, cared for, and motivated to learn. It is a place where they can settle in with comfort, where learning feels joyful, and where each child feels they are truly part of something special. As a first-year teacher, I can honestly say this would not have been possible without your kindness. You gave me the tools to create not just a classroom, but a foundation for a community of learners who are already thriving.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only impacted this year. It has given me hope, confidence, and inspiration as I continue on my teaching journey. I will never forget how you believed in us and gave my students the gift of a classroom that feels like home from day one.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1746786104330,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-gear/9295717/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Gear!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Littlejohn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10008569"},{"teacherId":4230464,"projectId":8946760,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous support of my DonorsChoose project, my classroom has become much more organized and efficient. The file bins and file folders that were funded have made a huge difference in managing student work, class materials, and assignments.\r\n\r\nThe file bins provide a designated space for each student's work, helping me keep track of their progress and ensuring that no assignments are lost or overlooked. With everything organized in separate folders, it's much easier for students to access their materials when needed, and for me to quickly find what I need to provide feedback.\r\n\r\nThese organizational tools have not only helped streamline classroom management but also fostered a sense of responsibility and independence in my students. They now understand the importance of keeping their work organized, and it has helped them stay on top of their assignments and projects. The improved organization has reduced stress and allowed us to focus more on learning rather than searching for misplaced papers.\r\n\r\nOverall, the file bins and folders have helped create a more efficient and focused learning environment, which has had a direct positive impact on both student engagement and my ability to support them effectively.","fullyFundedDate":1731978023751,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-organization/8946760/","projectTitle":"Classroom Organization","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":8037559,"projectId":8792400,"letterContent":"The students were absolutely excited to experience computing in a physical form using the Micro:bits! 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