{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lucian Adams Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":47.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10174763,"projectId":10121055,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to our generous donors for supporting our classroom and helping us create a welcoming environment for our students. The plug-ins have made such a wonderful difference in our classroom by creating a calming and welcoming scent as students enter the room. This small addition helps our students feel comfortable, clean, and at home when they walk through the door. Creating a peaceful and inviting space allows our students to feel more relaxed and ready to learn each day. The buckets have also been incredibly helpful in keeping our classroom resources organized. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom and in the daily experiences of our students. The plug-ins created a welcoming and calming scent as students entered the room, helping them feel comfortable, clean, and at home in their learning environment. The buckets have also been incredibly helpful by allowing us to keep important classroom resources readily available and organized, ensuring that students have what they need when they need it. Thank you for supporting our students and helping us create a classroom where they can feel safe, welcomed, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1776137139129,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-that-support-structure-succes/10121055/","projectTitle":"Supplies That Support Structure & Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Onishea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10174763"},{"teacherId":10174763,"projectId":10116213,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students through your generous donation! The copy paper has been especially valuable because it allows me to provide multiple printed worksheets and activities that meet the different learning levels and needs within our classroom. The additional supplies help ensure that every student has the materials they need to fully participate, learn, and succeed.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful to each of our donors for making these classroom resources possible. Having access to copy paper allows me to create and print worksheets tailored to different levels of understanding, giving each student an opportunity to practice skills at a pace and level that works best for them. The supplies provided through your generosity also ensure that students have the necessary materials to complete their work and stay engaged in learning. Because of your support, every student can come to class prepared with the tools they need to succeed, helping us build a classroom where everyone is included and no student is left behind. Thank you for helping make a meaningful difference in our students' learning experiences!","fullyFundedDate":1772602938588,"projectUrl":"project/math-organization-focus/10116213/","projectTitle":"Math Organization Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Onishea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10174763"},{"teacherId":10420947,"projectId":10097854,"letterContent":"The generous donations allowed my students to receive take-home folders that help them keep track of their daily behavior and homework. The folders also include my contact information and give parents a place to leave notes or communicate with me. Although we use ClassDojo, not every parent is able to connect or use the technology consistently. Your donations have directly helped strengthen communication between my classroom and my students' families by providing a reliable resource that students can use every day.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for the classroom lighting as well. Your donation has given me another way to create a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for my students while still providing enough light for them to see and complete their work. Sometimes, even a small change in lighting can make a noticeable difference in the classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThe digital fluorescent clock has also made a direct impact on our classroom. My students can easily check the time throughout the day whenever they need to or are simply curious. It also helps them become more aware of our daily schedule and manage their time throughout the school day. These donations are items that my students and I are able to use and benefit from every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1776137138914,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-explorers-in-3rd-grade/10097854/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Explorers in 3rd Grade.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mason Roberson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10420947"},{"teacherId":10421047,"projectId":10190941,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Powering Learning Every Day in the Classroom.\" Your kindness and generosity have made a meaningful difference in my classroom and have helped create a more comfortable and welcoming learning environment for my students. The fans you provided have been a wonderful addition to our classroom and have helped ensure that my students can focus on learning in a space where they feel comfortable and ready to participate.\r\nWhen my students first saw the new fans, they were excited and curious about how they would help our classroom. They immediately noticed the difference they made and were grateful to have a classroom environment that felt cooler and more comfortable. It was amazing to see how something as simple as fans could bring excitement and improve our daily learning experience. My students were eager to help use the new materials and appreciated knowing that people outside of our classroom cared about their education and success.\r\nThroughout the school day, we use the fans to help maintain a comfortable learning space during math lessons, reading activities, small-group instruction, and independent practice. Having a classroom that is comfortable allows students to stay focused, participate more actively, and give their best effort during learning activities. When students are comfortable, they are better able to concentrate on instructions, collaborate with classmates, and engage in meaningful conversations about what they are learning.\r\nBecause of your support, I have been able to provide my students with a classroom environment that promotes learning, engagement, and success. These fans will continue to support our classroom throughout the school year by helping create a positive atmosphere where students can grow academically and feel encouraged to do their best. A comfortable classroom may seem like a small change, but it has a big impact on students' ability to focus, learn, and feel confident.\r\nOur next steps are to continue building strong academic skills through hands-on lessons, teamwork, and activities that encourage students to think critically and enjoy learning. The resources provided through this project will continue helping my students have the best possible learning experience each day.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and supporting their educational journey. Your generosity has shown them that their learning matters and that there is a community of people who want to see them succeed. I truly appreciate the difference you have made in our classroom and the positive impact your support will continue to have throughout the year.","fullyFundedDate":1777476772716,"projectUrl":"project/powering-learning-every-day-in-the-class/10190941/","projectTitle":"Powering Learning Every Day in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beverly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10421047"},{"teacherId":5806015,"projectId":9985556,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our fifth-grade graduation project. Your generosity has made it possible for every student to celebrate this important milestone with pride.\r\n\r\nI love my fifth graders for their resilience, kindness, and determination. They have worked hard to overcome challenges and are ready to begin the next chapter of their journey. Because of your kindness, every student will have a graduation cap and stole, ensuring no one feels left out due to financial circumstances.\r\n\r\nYour support has given my students more than graduation attire—it has given them confidence, a sense of belonging, and a memory they will cherish for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping make their graduation day so special.","fullyFundedDate":1769177103035,"projectUrl":"project/making-fifth-grade-graduation-special-fo/9985556/","projectTitle":"Making Fifth-Grade Graduation Special for Every Child","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Edwards","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5806015"},{"teacherId":9218652,"projectId":10186971,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Mission Possible: Super Second Grade Summer Send Off\" project! Because of your generosity, my students were able to end their second grade year feeling celebrated, encouraged, and excited for the future. These special gifts and activities were more than just fun surprises. They were meaningful reminders to my students that their hard work throughout the school year mattered and that they are capable of amazing things.\r\n\r\nMany of my students come to school each day carrying challenges far beyond the classroom, so opportunities like this truly make a lasting impact. The books, treats, and superhero themed goodies helped create joyful memories while also encouraging students to continue reading, learning, and believing in themselves over the summer. Seeing their faces light up as they received their end of year gifts was something I will never forget.\r\n\r\nThis project also helped strengthen our classroom community during such an important transition period. As my students prepare to enter third grade, they are leaving second grade feeling confident, loved, and proud of how much they have grown academically and personally this year. Several students immediately began talking about the books they planned to read over the summer and proudly shared their gifts with their classmates and families.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make this mission possible for my sweet second graders. Your kindness, generosity, and support gave my students an unforgettable send off and reminded them that there are people cheering them on every step of the way.","fullyFundedDate":1778168292775,"projectUrl":"project/mission-possible-super-2nd-grade-summer/10186971/","projectTitle":"Mission Possible: Super 2nd Grade Summer Send Off","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dennnison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9218652_orig.jpg?crop=828,827,x0,y262&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692994550264","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9218652"},{"teacherId":10435094,"projectId":10097921,"letterContent":"My students were able to do their work and work in clean environment. They was able to write colors and get work done without saying they did not have it. We thank u from bottom of our heart on all u did to make possible for them to get wok done thank u thank u thank u. They kids love that they did not have to look and had plenty of supplies to get the work done. We are very appreciated for the donors donations to help my kids achieve. They even help me put things together and in order. Thank u 💓","fullyFundedDate":1771300016672,"projectUrl":"project/cool-teacher/10097921/","projectTitle":"Cool Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fontenette","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10435094_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786470923664","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10435094"},{"teacherId":10421047,"projectId":10090761,"letterContent":"Having incentives donated to the classroom has really given my students motivation to try new tasks and stay engaged in their learning. I have noticed that when students know there is a small reward or recognition for their effort, they are more willing to participate, even when activities are challenging for them. This has been especially helpful for encouraging students who are typically more hesitant or less confident in their abilities. Instead of giving up quickly, they are now more willing to attempt activities and practice persistence.\r\n\r\nAt the same time, I try to make sure that the focus is not only on the incentive itself, but also on the effort and progress the children are making. I consistently remind my students that the goal is to try their best, learn from mistakes, and keep improving. The incentives are simply a way to encourage positive behavior and reinforce effort, not the only reason for participating. This helps me maintain a balanced approach where students still develop internal motivation over time.\r\n\r\nOverall, I have found that classroom incentives can be a helpful tool when used appropriately. They support engagement, build confidence, and encourage students to take part in learning experiences they might otherwise avoid. However, I also believe it is important to combine incentives with praise, encouragement, and meaningful learning experiences so that children develop a lasting love for learning rather than relying only on rewards.","fullyFundedDate":1776137138699,"projectUrl":"project/striving-to-be-the-best-with-incentives/10090761/","projectTitle":"Striving To Be the Best with Incentives Inside the classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beverly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10421047"},{"teacherId":10333117,"projectId":10031026,"letterContent":"As a first-year teacher, I cannot fully express how much your support for my classroom supplies has meant to me and my students. Starting a classroom from the ground up comes with many challenges, and your generosity has helped create a learning environment where students feel prepared, welcomed, and valued every day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, my students have access to the materials they need to fully participate and succeed in class. Simple things like pencils, paper, folders, notebooks, and classroom resources make a huge difference in helping students stay engaged, confident, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour support has also allowed me to spend less time worrying about missing supplies and more time focusing on teaching, building relationships, and creating meaningful learning experiences for my students. For many students, having consistent access to classroom materials removes stress and helps them feel included and capable.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my classroom, my students, and me during this important first year of teaching. Your kindness is making a lasting impact every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1769914239408,"projectUrl":"project/from-first-year-to-first-rate-classroom/10031026/","projectTitle":"From First Year to First-Rate Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ramsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10333117_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769642826424","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10333117"},{"teacherId":10174763,"projectId":10090385,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in my students' daily learning experience. Because of you, we now have tools that not only support instruction but also bring genuine excitement into our classroom environment. It is inspiring to see how your contributions have directly impacted my students in such positive ways.\r\nOne of the highlights has been the pencil sharpener you provided. It may seem like a small item, but my students absolutely love it and are excited to use it every single day. Something as simple as a well-functioning, efficient pencil sharpener has helped eliminate frustrations and keep our lessons running smoothly. It has truly become a favorite in our classroom and a small joy that students look forward to.\r\nAdditionally, the laminator has been a game changer for our learning materials. It has allowed me to create durable, reusable resources that we can use again and again, making our classroom more sustainable and better organized. This has not only saved time and materials, but also enhanced the quality of activities I can provide for my students. Your support has had a lasting impact, and I cannot thank you enough for investing in our classroom and in my students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1770994965164,"projectUrl":"project/every-student-equipped-for-math-success/10090385/","projectTitle":"Every Student Equipped for Math Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Onishea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10174763"},{"teacherId":10174763,"projectId":10085137,"letterContent":"Your generous support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and I am truly grateful. With the new supplies, my students have been able to practice creating multiplication charts daily as part of our preparation for state testing. This consistent, hands-on practice has helped build both their confidence and their understanding of the material. One particularly rewarding moment was watching students collaborate within their groups, using the charts to break down complex passages and explain their thinking to one another. The addition of supply caddies at each table has also created a more inclusive environment, every student now has immediate access to what they need, eliminating any hesitation or embarrassment about asking for materials.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, the excitement in the room was undeniable, students were genuinely thrilled each time a new set of materials came in, and their enthusiasm carried over into their work. Looking ahead, we are continuing to build on these skills by applying our action charts to more advanced reading passages and integrating them into small group discussions and writing activities. Our next steps involve using these tools to deepen comprehension and prepare students to independently analyze texts with confidence. Your contribution has not only provided essential resources but has also helped foster a supportive, engaging learning environment where every student feels equipped to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1770526203631,"projectUrl":"project/where-hands-on-learning-comes-to-life/10085137/","projectTitle":"Where Hands-On Learning Comes to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Onishea","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10174763"},{"teacherId":10420947,"projectId":10066355,"letterContent":"I want to send a heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated to my third grade classroom. Your generosity truly makes a difference each and every day! The pencils help ensure my students are always prepared to learn and complete their work, while the six-space caddy keeps essential supplies organized and accessible for those who may not have their own.\r\n\r\nThe headphones allow each student to stay focused and fully engaged in their lessons without distractions, and the three-tier organizer helps keep our weekly assignments neat and easy to access—even for students who may have been absent. I also appreciate the Lysol wipes, which help us maintain a clean, safe classroom environment and prevent the spread of germs.\r\n\r\nThank you all so much for your kindness and support. 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