{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sitton Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":43.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4618925,"projectId":10218299,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating classroom shelves! These shelves will make a huge impact by helping us organize books, learning materials, and classroom supplies so students can easily find what they need. A more organized classroom means less time searching and more time learning. My third graders will also have greater independence as they learn to care for and manage our shared materials. Your generosity is helping us create a welcoming, organized, and productive classroom where every student can learn and grow. We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1777999160237,"projectUrl":"project/shelving-success-accessible-storage-for/10218299/","projectTitle":"Shelving Success: Accessible Storage for Young Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Halloran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4618925_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502063753118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4618925"},{"teacherId":4618925,"projectId":10210242,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your donation of classroom lamps and greenery has made such a positive impact on our learning environment. These may seem like simple additions, but they have helped transform our classroom into a more welcoming, comfortable, and inviting space for my third graders.\r\n\r\nThe classroom environment plays an important role in how students feel and learn throughout the school day. The lamps provide softer, more calming lighting that creates a warm atmosphere where students can feel comfortable and ready to learn. Instead of relying only on bright overhead lights, we now have options for creating a more peaceful environment during independent work, reading, small-group instruction, and transitions.\r\n\r\nThe greenery has also made a wonderful difference. Adding plants and greenery has brought a touch of nature into our classroom and helped make the space feel more inviting and cheerful. My students enjoy having a classroom that feels like a place where they belong. They have taken pride in helping care for and appreciate the new additions to our learning space.\r\n\r\nThese materials have had an impact beyond simply making our classroom look nicer. They have helped us create an environment that supports focus, calm, and a positive mindset. For third graders, who spend so much of their day learning new academic and social skills, having a classroom that feels safe and welcoming can make a meaningful difference.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has also shown my students that their education and classroom experience matter. They see firsthand that people in their community believe in them and want them to have the very best opportunities to learn and grow. This is a powerful lesson in kindness, generosity, and community.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me create a classroom where my students can feel comfortable, focused, and ready to learn each day. Because of you, our classroom is not only more beautiful—it is a more peaceful and inspiring place for learning. Your support will be felt throughout the school year in every lesson, every conversation, every book we read, and every moment of growth.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a place where they can learn, grow, and thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1777999159223,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calm-cozy-classroom-with-sof/10210242/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calm, Cozy Classroom with Soft Lighting & Greenery","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Halloran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4618925_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502063753118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4618925"},{"teacherId":6614909,"projectId":9868582,"letterContent":"My Kindergarteners were so excited to unpack our new supplies! They immediately asked what they would use the folders for and when they could go fill up the water bottles. Students used their literacy folders daily to independently access writing resources during stations and independent time, while stickers celebrated their hard work. They used these tools to support their writing and shared with classmates.Thank you for helping create an organized, joyful kindergarten classroom where each of my students succeeded!","fullyFundedDate":1762099047318,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-refresh/9868582/","projectTitle":"Classroom Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Siddiqui","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6614909_orig.jpg?crop=1286,1286,x977,y288&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565385787996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6614909"},{"teacherId":4618925,"projectId":10266212,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of lamination sheets, Play-Doh, clothespins, and a label maker for our classroom! Your support provides materials that will help create an engaging, organized, and hands-on learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nThe lamination sheets will help us preserve learning materials so they can be used again and again throughout the school year. Play-Doh will give students fun, hands-on opportunities to build fine motor skills, creativity, and understanding through interactive activities. The clothespins will be used in learning centers, games, and classroom organization, while the label maker will help us keep our classroom neat, organized, and easy for students to navigate independently.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students will have access to tools that support both learning and classroom success every day. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their education. Your kindness truly makes a lasting difference.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our classroom grow and thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1778131095641,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-independence-tools-for-acces/10266212/","projectTitle":"Empowering Independence: Tools for Accessible Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Halloran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4618925_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502063753118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4618925"},{"teacherId":4618925,"projectId":10203092,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of pencil boxes, a broom, and masking tape for our classroom! Your kindness helps create an organized, welcoming, and productive learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nThe pencil boxes will help students keep their supplies organized and ready for learning each day. The broom will help us keep our classroom clean and comfortable, giving students pride in their shared space. The masking tape will be used for classroom projects, displays, and learning activities that make lessons more engaging and interactive.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond providing supplies—you are helping my students feel valued and giving them the tools they need to succeed. We truly appreciate your generosity and your investment in our classroom.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in the lives of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1777999159775,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-our-classroom-organized-durable/10203092/","projectTitle":"Keeping Our Classroom Organized, Durable, and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Halloran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4618925_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502063753118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4618925"},{"teacherId":4618925,"projectId":10218366,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with math storage shelves and organization bins! Because of your generosity, our students now have a more organized, functional, and welcoming learning space. Having accessible materials helps students stay focused, build independence, and spend more time engaged in meaningful math learning instead of searching for supplies. Your kindness is helping create a classroom environment where students can thrive every day. We are so grateful for your support and investment in our learners!","fullyFundedDate":1777836711141,"projectUrl":"project/building-math-minds-with-organized-acce/10218366/","projectTitle":"Building Math Minds with Organized, Accessible Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Halloran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4618925_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502063753118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4618925"},{"teacherId":9053442,"projectId":10131217,"letterContent":"The children were very happy and amazed to have a tortoise in the classroom. Every day, they were excited to watch, feed, and learn about the tortoise. This unique experience helped improve the students' behavior because they became more responsible, caring, and patient. The children showed kindness and concern for the tortoise's needs, making sure it was safe and comfortable. They also learned the importance of teamwork and respect as they cared for the animal together. Thank you for giving my students the opportunity to have such a unique and meaningful experience in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1776454062960,"projectUrl":"project/tortoise-family/10131217/","projectTitle":"Tortoise Family","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9053442_orig.jpg?crop=970,971,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739046900992","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/big25brains"},{"teacherId":9053442,"projectId":10094516,"letterContent":"Playing theater helps students improve their reading abilities in many ways. When students practice scripts, they learn how to pronounce words clearly, understand punctuation, and read with expression. Theater activities also encourage teamwork, listening, and creativity in the classroom. As students perform in front of others, they become more confident and comfortable speaking aloud. This confidence helps them develop reading fluency and comprehension. In addition, acting allows students to connect emotions with words, making reading more meaningful and enjoyable. Overall, theater is an effective way to support students' learning and personal growth. Thank you for making this possible and for supporting students in their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1771864937989,"projectUrl":"project/readers-theatre/10094516/","projectTitle":"Readers Theatre.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9053442_orig.jpg?crop=970,971,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739046900992","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/big25brains"},{"teacherId":6753095,"projectId":10175005,"letterContent":"Our students were beyond excited when the donated materials arrived! From the colorful sticky notes and dry erase markers to the sensory tools and classroom supplies, every item immediately brought energy and excitement into our classroom. Students especially loved exploring the fidgets, stress balls, slime, and puzzle cubes. We have already begun using some of these sensory tools during independent work, transitions, and calm-down moments, and students have shared how helpful they are for staying focused and regulated throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nWe have also started using materials like the sticky notes, easel pads, notebooks, and markers during small group lessons and collaborative classroom activities. One memorable moment was during a brainstorming activity where students used the easel paper and sticky notes to share ideas with partners and the whole class. Students were highly engaged and excited to contribute, and the new materials helped make learning feel more interactive and collaborative. Other supplies, like the index cards, filler paper, tape, and binder clips, will continue supporting organization, hands-on projects, and everyday classroom learning throughout the year.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping us create a classroom environment that is engaging, supportive, and responsive to student needs. As we move forward, we will continue using these materials to support academic learning, creativity, collaboration, and social-emotional growth. The sensory tools will provide students with strategies to self-regulate and stay engaged, while the classroom supplies will help us continue creating meaningful and interactive learning experiences. Thank you for supporting our students and helping provide resources that make such a positive difference in our classroom every day!","fullyFundedDate":1777999018876,"projectUrl":"project/small-supplies-big-learning-for-4th-gra/10175005/","projectTitle":"Small Supplies, Big Learning for 4th Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elobt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6753095_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723673993500","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/elobt"},{"teacherId":4618925,"projectId":10179526,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our third grade classroom with dry erase markers, binders, and notebooks! These supplies are used every single day and play such an important role in helping students stay engaged, organized, and excited about learning. Dry erase markers allow students to actively participate during lessons and practice skills with confidence, while binders and notebooks help keep their work organized and encourage responsibility and independence. Your generosity helps create a classroom environment where students have the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed. We are incredibly grateful for your support and investment in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1777999159940,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-quarter-reset-fresh-supplies-for/10179526/","projectTitle":"End-of-Quarter Reset: Fresh Supplies for Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Halloran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4618925_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502063753118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4618925"},{"teacherId":4618925,"projectId":10031330,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with pencil holders, paper, and stools! These everyday essentials make a huge difference in helping our classroom stay organized, functional, and student-centered. The pencil holders will help students keep materials neat and accessible, the paper ensures we can continue learning, creating, and practicing important skills every day, and the stools provide flexible seating options that help students stay comfortable and engaged during instruction. Your generosity directly supports our students' learning environment and helps create a classroom where all children can thrive. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1775793347737,"projectUrl":"project/math-tools-that-help-every-student-succe/10031330/","projectTitle":"Math Tools That Help Every Student Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Halloran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4618925_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502063753118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4618925"},{"teacherId":4618925,"projectId":10025952,"letterContent":"Your generosity has helped transform our classroom into a warm, welcoming, and organized learning space for students. Thanks to your support for bookshelves, lamps, and classroom décor, our students now have a more comfortable environment where they can focus, feel calm, and truly enjoy learning each day. The cozy touches and organized spaces make such a difference in helping students feel safe, valued, and excited to come to school. 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