{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Shirley & Bill Wallin Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5954036,"projectId":10278368,"letterContent":"The book donation will transformed my student's academic journey by opening the door to the Battle of the Books competition. This generous gift ensuring they will have the resources needed to read, analyze, and prepare alongside their peers. Having multiple copies allows the student to engage deeply with the text, reread challenging sections, and build the foundational knowledge necessary for the competition.\r\n\r\nBeyond practical preparation, this donation ignites a profound sense of confidence and belonging in the student. Their reading comprehension and critical thinking skills will soar as they actively participate in team discussions and practice quizzes. The knowledge that someone invested directly in their education will motivate them to push through difficult texts and take true pride in their preparation.\r\n\r\nUltimately, this contribution does more than just supply literature; it fostered a lasting love for reading and teamwork. Watching my students confidently walk into the Battle of the Books arena, ready to compete and collaborate, will be incredibly rewarding. This experience will show them that they are capable of achieving high academic goals when given the right support. The impact of your donation will resonate long after the competition ends, continuing to shape their self-esteem and academic drive.","fullyFundedDate":1778868160274,"projectUrl":"project/battle-of-the-books-for-young-readers/10278368/","projectTitle":"Battle of the Books for Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5954036_orig.jpg?crop=297,297,x213,y165&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1556745649894","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5954036"},{"teacherId":6293477,"projectId":10150827,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our WallinCast! While we are still waiting for the new school year to begin, we are excited about the opportunities this project will create for our students. Our fifth grade cast members will continue using school iPads to film interviews, school events, and positive stories from around campus. The MacBook will give teachers the tools needed to organize, edit, and prepare those student-created videos so they can be shared with the entire school each Friday during lunch.\r\n\r\nWhat excites our students most is knowing that their ideas and hard work will be seen by their classmates and teachers. They love being reporters, interviewers, and storytellers, and this project helps give them a voice within our school community. The MacBook will make it possible to turn their footage into a polished broadcast that celebrates student achievements, highlights school events, and builds school pride. We can't wait to see our students grow in confidence, communication, and teamwork as they create another season of WallinCast. Thank you for helping make that possible!","fullyFundedDate":1776127280329,"projectUrl":"project/lights-camera-action-our-student-broa/10150827/","projectTitle":"Lights, Camera, Action! Our Student Broadcast","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Borer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6293477_orig.png?crop=1130,1130,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719159101633","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wallincast"},{"teacherId":9357100,"projectId":10019829,"letterContent":"Our class has been so excited to use the new resources! One memorable moment was during our literacy centers, where students used the headphones to listen to stories while following along in their books. During another activity, students used the paint markers to create illustrations for scenes from the books they were reading, bringing their understanding to life in a creative.\r\n\r\nThe new books immediately grabbed their attention, and many students were excited to pick one up and start reading.\r\n\r\nNext, students will be working on a reading response project where they listen to a story, read along, and then create a visual representation of their favorite part using the paint markers. These resources are helping make learning more engaging, creative, and meaningful, and we are so grateful for the support!","fullyFundedDate":1769832086889,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-a-creative-and-organized-class/10019829/","projectTitle":"Tools for a Creative and Organized Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Aldrich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9357100_orig.jpg?crop=702,702,x0,y163&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768690663678","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9357100"},{"teacherId":6970118,"projectId":10015480,"letterContent":"We truly appreciate how much you have helped our students grow this year. With our new materials students are: building more elaborate buildings and using books to recreate famous sites like the Great Wall & Mt. Rushmore, they reaching new heights (literally) on our step stool and are now able to use our SmartBoard for learning activities, and students are loving our new caddies that put all the craft materials at their fingertips! Every student from big to small now has access to high quality instruction and they have you to thank!","fullyFundedDate":1768623392177,"projectUrl":"project/step-up-into-a-new-year/10015480/","projectTitle":"Step UP into a New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ure","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6970118_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1574444875444","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ureprek"},{"teacherId":9084451,"projectId":9998580,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom. These materials have made a tremendous impact on our daily environment. The new organizational tools have helped both my students and me stay on track, allowing the children to take more daily responsibility for their own workspace and supplies.\r\n\r\nOur classroom library has been transformed by the new books! The students absolutely love diving into them. These stories run the gamut from building a strong classroom community to navigating social skills like being a good friend and managing \"tattle-telling.\" It has been a joy to watch them engage with these themes during our reading time.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the addition of inclusive, skin-toned materials has been a beautiful shift for our room. I believe it is vital for every student to see themselves represented in the tools they use every day, and these materials have helped foster that sense of identity and pride. These resources haven't just helped me stay organized—they've helped my students feel seen and valued.","fullyFundedDate":1770066394591,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-early-literacy-and-creativity/9998580/","projectTitle":"Empowering Early Literacy and Creativity in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mueller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9084451_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y254&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687806100796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9084451"},{"teacherId":10403871,"projectId":10018691,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity in supporting our kindergarten classroom! Because of you, our students now have whiteboards, privacy screens, whisper phones, and sensory beads that have already made a big difference in their learning.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, we use the whiteboards every day for practicing letters, numbers, and simple words. One special moment was during a phonics lesson when students used their whiteboards to sound out and write CVC words. They were so proud to hold up their boards and show their work! The whisper phones have quickly become a favorite during reading time (students love using them to quietly hear themselves read). The privacy screens help create a calm, focused space during independent work, and the sensory beads are wonderful tools that help students stay calm, regulated, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students were full of excitement! There were big smiles, lots of \"oohs\" and \"aahs,\" and so many eager hands ready to try everything. They immediately felt special and cared for, knowing that these supplies were given just for them.\r\n\r\nRight now, our class is working on early reading and writing skills. As a next step, students will continue using the whiteboards to practice stretching out sounds in words and writing simple sentences. We will also keep building reading confidence with the whisper phones during small group time. Students are learning how to choose tools, like sensory beads or privacy screens, to help them focus and do their best work.\r\nThank you again for supporting our young learners and helping create a joyful, engaging classroom environment. Your generosity truly means the world to us!","fullyFundedDate":1768536583965,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-focused-confident-learners/10018691/","projectTitle":"Tools for Focused, Confident Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Glad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403871"},{"teacherId":9345828,"projectId":10035717,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous donations you gifted our kindergarten class! We have been making great use of the individual whiteboards. Students get excited to use these whiteboards and their white board markers to practice their letters, numbers, sentence writing using uppercase letters at the beginning of the sentence, spacing between words, and punctuation at the end of their sentences. They are also put to great use as a fun way to practice high frequency words and math facts! Thank you for supplying my classroom and students with these valuable learning tools!\r\n\r\nStudents have also greatly enjoyed earning the reward of scented marker day with the colorful scented markers you gifted us. These markers have also been a great addition to our colorful educational anchor charts hanging in the classroom.\r\n\r\nAs positive incentives using your donations, we have had Play doh parties which strengthen fine motor skills, and bubble parties, and fun times celebrating all the great behavior and learning taking place in our classroom with your gifts. Thank you so much for making our kindergarten classroom a fun, educational, and positive learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1768745940092,"projectUrl":"project/make-learning-fun-for-cute-kindergartene/10035717/","projectTitle":"Make Learning Fun for Cute Kindergarteners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lindholm","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9345828"},{"teacherId":10400054,"projectId":9999281,"letterContent":"Our new classroom carpet has truly become the heart of our classroom. It's where we gather for afternoon reading, dive into lessons, and build our classroom community. One special moment that stood out was when we used our new dry erase boards on the carpet during a math lesson—every student was actively engaged, solving problems and excitedly sharing their thinking. It created such an inclusive and collaborative learning environment where every voice mattered.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement. The headphones made them feel so grown-up and focused during independent work time, especially while listening to reading activities. The markers and scissors were immediately put to use during our creative projects, and having their own mailbox made them feel a sense of ownership and responsibility in the classroom. It truly made our space feel complete and special to them.\r\n\r\nThanks to these generous contributions, we are able to take our learning even further. The carpet will continue to be our gathering place where ideas are shared, celebrated, and grown.\r\n\r\nI am so grateful for the impact these resources have made, not just in how our classroom looks, but in how it feels every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1768162970347,"projectUrl":"project/setting-up-for-success-a-first-year-tea/9999281/","projectTitle":"Setting Up for Success: A First-Year Teacher's Dream Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10400054_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768200521599","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400054"},{"teacherId":5360915,"projectId":10007180,"letterContent":"I want to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in supporting our project, Gear Up for Greatness: Books, Tech, and Essentials! The impact of these resources was immediate and has touched every part of our school day.\r\n\r\nThe National Park Mystery books have sparked a newfound curiosity about geography and science, with students racing to finish chapters to solve the next \"thriller.\" Meanwhile, the headphones have been a game-changer for our digital curriculum, allowing students to engage deeply with personalized lessons without outside distractions.\r\n\r\nOur collaborative projects have also reached a new level. Using the Expo markers, and acrylic paint markers, my students are finally able to brainstorm and present their ideas with pride. Even the \"small\" things, like the reliable electric pencil sharpener and Elmer's glue sticks, have removed the tiny daily frustrations that used to interrupt our flow, allowing us to focus entirely on learning.\r\n\r\nFinally, the incentives you funded have become a powerful tool for celebrating hard work and academic growth. These rewards help my students stay motivated and reinforce the idea that their curiosity and responsibility are worth celebrating. Thank you for making our classroom a place where greatness feels possible every day.","fullyFundedDate":1769891447008,"projectUrl":"project/gear-up-for-greatness-books-tech-and/10007180/","projectTitle":"Gear Up for Greatness: Books, Tech, and Essentials!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maalouf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5360915_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1525754118157","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-maalouf"},{"teacherId":5522837,"projectId":9993537,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support in helping provide a laptop for my classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference, not only for me as an educator but for every student who will benefit from enhanced learning opportunities. Access to reliable technology allows me to create more engaging lessons, support diverse learning needs, and better prepare my students for the future.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my classroom is now a more dynamic and inclusive environment where students can explore, create, and grow with confidence. Your contribution goes far beyond a single device, it represents an investment in education and in the success of my students. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for making a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1768263680720,"projectUrl":"project/one-laptop-endless-learning-opportuniti/9993537/","projectTitle":"One Laptop, Endless Learning Opportunities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Antivo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5522837_orig.jpg?crop=817,817,x0,y144&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768165593524","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5522837"},{"teacherId":10409338,"projectId":10034432,"letterContent":"Our students have been using the LEGO Science materials to engage in hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences that blend engineering, problem-solving, and scientific thinking. The students were immediately excited and curious when they first saw the LEGO Science kits. There were lots of \"oohs\" and \"aahs,\" and many students couldn't wait to get started building.\r\n\r\nCurrently, students are building on their foundational skills by moving into more complex design challenges that require them to apply scientific concepts. The next step in our project is for students to design a solution to a real-world problem, test it, collect data, and refine their models based on their findings. Ultimately, we're working toward student-led presentations where they can showcase both their final designs and the process they used to get there.","fullyFundedDate":1768716851491,"projectUrl":"project/lego-education-science/10034432/","projectTitle":"LEGO Education Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lovell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10409338"},{"teacherId":10108865,"projectId":9992894,"letterContent":"My students have been so excited to see their new materials! Thank you for making that possible for us.\r\n\r\nHaving all the materials that our curriculum expects a classroom to have has made a huge difference for our classroom lessons. Now, when planning our lessons, I know I'll have the materials I need to deliver the lessons as they're intended. Students are getting fuller, more meaningful experiences and that means so much to me.\r\n\r\nThis project has helped increase our class supplies, but has also helped increase student engagement through the materials you've helped provide. 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