{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Seminole Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":25.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9105544,"projectId":9713437,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom science project! We've started using the weather reporting station, and my students have been absolutely fascinated by it. They love checking the monitor each day, comparing data, and making connections to what we're learning in science. It's sparked so much curiosity and excitement! I can't wait to introduce the other materials—like the beaker set, greenhouse, electricity kit, and human body model—as we reach those lessons. Your generosity is helping bring science to life and inspiring my students to think like real scientists.","fullyFundedDate":1758071401689,"projectUrl":"project/little-scientists-big-discoveries/9713437/","projectTitle":"Little Scientists, Big Discoveries","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valdivia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9105544_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721608416752","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9105544"},{"teacherId":9105544,"projectId":9764384,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to share that our Fun Friday project has been fully funded, and the toys have already brought so much joy to our classroom! My students were beyond excited when they saw the new games and activities waiting for them. These new additions have made Fridays something they truly look forward to — a well-deserved time to relax, play, and celebrate their hard work throughout the week.\r\n\r\nKnowing they'll get to enjoy these activities has motivated them to stay focused, put forth their best effort, and complete their work with pride. It's been amazing to see how much more engaged and determined they are during lessons. During playtime, they're also learning to communicate, share, and collaborate — building important social and emotional skills that extend far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible. Your generosity has given my students not only fun and excitement but also meaningful opportunities to grow as learners and friends. We are so grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1759078239129,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-learning-with-fun-fridays/9764384/","projectTitle":"Fueling Learning With Fun Fridays","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valdivia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9105544_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721608416752","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9105544"},{"teacherId":5089916,"projectId":9566087,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our class now has a sticker maker that is already making birthdays and special events extra special! The very first project we worked on was creating personalized birthday stickers. As each child's birthday approaches, they get the chance to design their very own set in Canva, then we upload to the Liene sticker ap and their eyes light up with excitement as they watch the machine print and cut out their creations right in front of them.\r\n\r\nThe reactions are priceless, students are amazed to see their drawings and photos transformed into real stickers they can hold in their hands. They proudly wear and share their stickers with friends, and it gives each child a sense of celebration and ownership over their special day. I\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we'll continue to use the sticker maker not just for birthdays, but for other projects as well like reward stickers for reading goals, science projects, and even classroom celebrations. This tool has opened up new ways for my students to express their creativity and to feel proud of their accomplishments. Thank you for giving my students this opportunity to shine!","fullyFundedDate":1755735159853,"projectUrl":"project/where-creativity-sticks/9566087/","projectTitle":"Where Creativity Sticks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Llanes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5089916_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689460010616","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/llanes"},{"teacherId":9105544,"projectId":9399555,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for the generous donations made to our DonorsChoose project for pencils, a sharpener, and a pencil dispenser. Thanks to your support, our classroom is now better equipped and more efficient than ever. The availability of these supplies has saved us valuable time, allowing students to dive straight into their lessons without interruptions.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students are now well-prepared and can focus more on their learning and creativity. The pencil dispenser, in particular, ensures that every student has easy access to the tools they need, fostering independence and responsibility.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only provided materials but has also inspired my students and me to value the power of community support. Thank you for making a lasting difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1755708664836,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-students-sharp/9399555/","projectTitle":"Keeping Students Sharp!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valdivia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9105544_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721608416752","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9105544"},{"teacherId":9105544,"projectId":9323448,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generosity in funding my classroom project. Because of your kindness, my students and I now have a brand-new computer cart that allows us to keep our laptops charged, stored safely, and ready for learning. This addition to our classroom has made a tremendous difference in how we use technology each day, and I cannot thank you enough for making it possible.\r\n\r\nBefore receiving this cart, using laptops was a challenge. In order to incorporate technology into my lessons, I often had to borrow devices from another classroom. This meant spending time walking back and forth to collect them, wheeling them to our room, and then returning them afterward. The process took away from valuable instructional minutes, and at times, I hesitated to even plan lessons that required technology because of the inconvenience. Students sometimes grew frustrated when we lost momentum in our learning just trying to get set up.\r\n\r\nNow that the cart is here, all of those obstacles have disappeared. The laptops are right where we need them, fully charged, and ready to go. This simple change has saved us so much time and allowed us to jump directly into learning. Every minute in the classroom counts, and thanks to this project, my students can now spend those minutes exploring, creating, and practicing skills rather than waiting or transitioning.\r\n\r\nThe immediate impact has been incredible. Students have more consistent access to technology, which has helped them stay connected to our lessons and more engaged in their work. I've noticed a huge difference in their motivation—there is excitement in the room whenever we use the laptops, and that energy has carried over into the way they approach assignments. Instead of seeing learning as a chore, students see it as an opportunity to interact, explore, and have fun.\r\n\r\nBeyond motivation, the cart has given my students a sense of independence and responsibility. They know the laptops are always available, and they have learned to manage them carefully—taking one out, using it for their work, and returning it to charge when they are done. This process teaches them accountability and makes them feel more ownership over their learning.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, having this resource has allowed me to design more engaging and interactive lessons. Whether students are solving math problems through digital games, diving into research for social studies, or exploring science concepts through simulations, technology brings the content to life. The cart has turned our classroom into a space where curiosity and creativity thrive.\r\n\r\nAll of this is possible because of your generosity. You may not be in the room with us each day, but your impact is felt every time a student opens a laptop and dives into learning. You have given my students the gift of time, access, and opportunity—things that will continue to benefit them not just this year, but for years to come.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in our classroom and for helping to create meaningful learning experiences. Your support means more than words can truly express.","fullyFundedDate":1746785316709,"projectUrl":"project/charged-up/9323448/","projectTitle":"Charged Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Valdivia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9105544_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721608416752","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9105544"},{"teacherId":5439862,"projectId":8867120,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation, which helped bring much-needed math manipulatives into my classroom. These tools have already made a tremendous impact on my students' learning experience. \r\n\r\nSince receiving the manipulatives, I have seen my students become more engaged and enthusiastic during math lessons. These hands on materials are making abstract concepts easier to understand, and I can see their confidence growing with each lesson. It is heartwarming to witness the joy they feel when they solve problems using the manipulative you made possible.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping to shape the future of these little learners, and I am truly grateful for your support. I am grateful seeing them walk into class eagerly awaiting what we will use on the given day. The students themselves are very appreciative because once they learned of your generosity and assistance, they were saying how nice you all were. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1730337926731,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math-success-building-skills-w/8867120/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Math Success: Building Skills with Small Group Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5439862_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1528123863604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5439862"},{"teacherId":5089916,"projectId":8472308,"letterContent":"I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contributions at the beginning of the year. The supplies and decorations you donated truly transformed my classroom into a warm and inviting space. The students were immediately drawn to the cheerful environment, and it created a positive, welcoming atmosphere where they felt happy and engaged.\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful impact on their learning experience. Your kindness and support have helped make this classroom a joyful place for all of us!","fullyFundedDate":1723638975817,"projectUrl":"project/support-our-kindergarten-help-equip-yo/8472308/","projectTitle":"\"Support Our Kindergarten: Help Equip Young Learners for Success\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Llanes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5089916_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689460010616","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/llanes"},{"teacherId":9610490,"projectId":8523592,"letterContent":"In my classroom, my students and I have been making great use of the new resources like playdough, dot markers, and STEM toys, which have truly sparked creativity and engagement. One particular project that stands out is when we used playdough to explore shapes and patterns. The students worked in small groups, molding the playdough into various shapes like circles, squares, and triangles, then connecting them to form larger patterns. This hands-on activity helped them better understand geometry concepts while allowing them to express their creativity.\r\n\r\nThe dot markers have been another hit, especially when we used them for a fun \"dot-to-dot\" number and letter activity. The students enjoyed creating colorful designs while reinforcing their counting and letter recognition skills. They also used the markers to create their own drawings, combining colors and shapes.\r\n\r\nWhen the STEM toys were introduced, the reactions were immediate and full of excitement. The students couldn't wait to dive into building with the blocks and gears. They collaborated in teams, solving problems as they constructed various structures, and it was amazing to see them experimenting and learning about engineering concepts. Some students were particularly interested in creating moving parts with the gears, and others enjoyed designing intricate patterns with the blocks.\r\n\r\nOverall, the students were thrilled by the new materials, and their enthusiasm led to greater collaboration and problem-solving skills in the classroom. 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