{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"South St Mary's Street Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":17.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9873399,"projectId":10243665,"letterContent":"This industrial laminator will help my students learn by allowing us to create durable, reusable learning materials that they can actually use throughout the school year. My 5th graders are constantly creating projects, reference tools, games, posters, and other hands-on materials, and being able to laminate these items means their hard work can last instead of being thrown away or damaged. What excites my students most is seeing something they created become a real classroom resource that they can use again and again. I have several students who really thrive with hands-on and creative activities, and I think they will especially love being involved in creating and preserving materials for our classroom. For some students, having something they made displayed or available for future learning can be a huge confidence boost. This donation may seem like a simple piece of technology, but in our classroom, it will help us make learning more hands-on, meaningful, and lasting while allowing students to see that the work they put into their learning truly matters.","fullyFundedDate":1778104714744,"projectUrl":"project/big-dreams-bigger-displays-our-school-/10243665/","projectTitle":"Big Dreams, Bigger Displays: Our School-Wide Publication Hub","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mattivi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9873399_orig.jpg?crop=913,914,x0,y210&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1735832703039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missmattivi"},{"teacherId":2043939,"projectId":10013645,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Your donations have already made such a wonderful impact on my first grade students.\r\n\r\nThe new chairs at our VIP table are a huge hit! Students love earning the opportunity to sit at this special table as a reward for making great choices and showing positive behavior. It makes them feel proud and gives them something special to work toward.\r\n\r\nThe fidgets have also been a wonderful addition to our classroom, giving students a quiet way to stay focused and comfortable while learning. And the tangible rewards, especially the motivating stickers and bracelets, are loved by the kids! They are so excited to earn these little rewards for their hard work, kindness, and great choices.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me create a classroom where students are motivated, celebrated, and excited to learn. Your generosity is making our school days a little more fun and meaningful for 24 first graders!","fullyFundedDate":1773868552013,"projectUrl":"project/restock-and-rejuvenate/10013645/","projectTitle":"Restock and Rejuvenate","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rhed","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2043939_orig.jpg?crop=280,280,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582140254275","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2043939"},{"teacherId":1555617,"projectId":10140863,"letterContent":"We are so excited to have new basketballs that bounce well and allow more players to be active during class, practice, and open gym times! When kids aren't actively engaged they tend to get off track easily and the addition of these basketballs has and will continue to help our students and players progress their skills and confidence! \r\n\r\nEven the \"big kids\" who came to use our gym space for their open gyms got excited when they saw our new basketballs! This project will help students on many levels for years to come. Thank you again for your support!!","fullyFundedDate":1778854009400,"projectUrl":"project/dribble-pass-shoot/10140863/","projectTitle":"Dribble, Pass, Shoot!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Assalone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1555617_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1540221238234","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1555617"},{"teacherId":7078823,"projectId":10025489,"letterContent":"As we begin a new school year, I'd like to give a heartfelt thank you for donating toward this ukulele project. Because of your generosity, my 5th grade classes now have enough ukuleles so that each student can play their own instrument. \r\n\r\nThe students are so excited to begin learning to play these instruments and wanted me to pass along their gratitude as well. Thanks for the positive impact you are making in the lives of these children while promoting the importance of music education in our schools.","fullyFundedDate":1776456763026,"projectUrl":"project/small-ukes-big-smiles/10025489/","projectTitle":"Small Ukes, Big Smiles!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7078823_orig.jpg?crop=2082,2082,x0,y229&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768363415482","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7078823"},{"teacherId":1530587,"projectId":10478404,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this special project that allows me to be fully prepared for my new batch of fun first-graders that are eager to learn. You give me the opportunity to provide more fun with learning that balances a play-based learning environment where students want to come to school and are inspired to learn with their friends.\r\nYour generosity to my classroom and students means a lot to me and I hope you know how much it is truly appreciated. You make a difference to this group and the groups that are yet to come!","fullyFundedDate":1786935809788,"projectUrl":"project/final-touches/10478404/","projectTitle":"Final Touches!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kocjancic","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1530587_orig.jpg?crop=722,722,x0,y264&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1586617387178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hhanes"},{"teacherId":6542902,"projectId":10155203,"letterContent":"I am so excited to use the new bulletin boards this year. The ones I put so far have really changed the look and feel of the library. They have definitely brightened up the walls. I hope the children notice the difference when we start school next week. \r\nMy hope is to make some of them more interactive with students input. I can't wait to use the book madness one in March with having the students vote on books. The Reading one adds a much needed viisual in our reading area.\r\nThank you so much for supporting this project to update our library decorations.","fullyFundedDate":1778092582091,"projectUrl":"project/look-and-learn-in-the-library-pt2/10155203/","projectTitle":"Look and Learn in the Library Pt.2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6542902"},{"teacherId":1530587,"projectId":10379094,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for allowing me the opportunity to set up my first-grade classroom before my new students arrive. Getting these items into my classroom all ready for them will amp their excitement and a readiness to learn. People like you make magical classrooms and meaningful memories possible for our learners. Its the things beyond the curriculum that create ever lasting impressions that they will take with them for years to come.\r\nI sincerely appreciate your generosity and my new students will as well!","fullyFundedDate":1784216421778,"projectUrl":"project/lets-go-2027/10379094/","projectTitle":"Let's Go, 2027!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kocjancic","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1530587_orig.jpg?crop=722,722,x0,y264&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1586617387178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hhanes"},{"teacherId":6542902,"projectId":10155206,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project. My students were absolutely thrilled to have the new books in a series. Quite a few of them wanted to be the first ones to read the books. Since it was close to the end of the year, I let a few students read through the book to get a peek at the story. I will have the new books out and ready for the students when school begins.\r\nThey were even more surprised to learn that strangers helped us get these books for the library. I can't thank the donors enough in making my students want to read.","fullyFundedDate":1773868419627,"projectUrl":"project/series-ously-reading/10155206/","projectTitle":"Series-ously Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6542902"},{"teacherId":10228119,"projectId":10198715,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and kindness in supporting our 1st grade classroom. My students and I are truly so excited and grateful for the supplies you purchased for us. Your thoughtful donation will make such a positive difference in our classroom each and every day.\r\n\r\nOur classroom is filled with curious, energetic, and unique learners who thrive when they have engaging materials and meaningful learning experiences. Because of your support, my students will have access to resources that will help them grow academically, socially, and creatively. These materials will go to great use as we continue learning, exploring, creating, and building confidence throughout the school year.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I strive to create a classroom environment where all students feel supported, excited to learn, and eager to participate. Your generosity helps make that possible. It is truly heartwarming to know that there are people willing to invest in the success and happiness of young learners.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping provide my students with the best possible learning experiences. Your support means more than words can express, and we are so appreciative of your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1779380576179,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-materials/10198715/","projectTitle":"Classroom Materials!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Eckert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10228119"},{"teacherId":7487507,"projectId":9766098,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to help purchase a wireless document camera for our elementary classroom. Your support has provided our students with an exciting tool that enhances learning every day. With the document camera, I can easily project books, student work, math problems, and science experiments onto the board so that every child can see clearly and stay engaged. This technology helps make lessons more interactive and allows students to follow along with greater confidence.\r\n\r\nThe wireless document camera has become an important part of how we improve education in our classroom. Students use it to share their thinking, explain problem-solving strategies, and present their work to their classmates. It encourages collaboration, builds communication skills, and helps all learners better understand new concepts. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on our students by giving them access to technology that supports deeper learning and greater success. Thank you for investing in our classroom and in the future of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768415647356,"projectUrl":"project/wireless-document-camera/9766098/","projectTitle":"Wireless Document Camera","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gornati","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7487507_orig.jpg?crop=429,429,x1085,y116&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598532575915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487507"},{"teacherId":1530587,"projectId":10240587,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the binding machine - I cannot wait to put their memory books together as a keepsake of their wonderful first grade school year! I also appreciate the croc charms and bracelets for rewards, glue stickers, stickers, and air freshener! These are all things that make a positive environment for my young learners and a safe and warm place where they want to be and can be their best.\r\nPeople like you make a big impact on the future and I am forever grateful for your generosity and kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1778004369084,"projectUrl":"project/the-final-touches/10240587/","projectTitle":"The Final Touches","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kocjancic","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1530587_orig.jpg?crop=722,722,x0,y264&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1586617387178","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/hhanes"},{"teacherId":10228119,"projectId":10035537,"letterContent":"I truly appreciate the love and support that made these new resources possible for my students. Your generosity goes far beyond providing materials! It shows my students that there are people who believe in them and care about their success. That message is powerful, and it has had a real impact on their confidence and motivation.\r\n\r\nEvery day, I see the difference your support has made. My students are more engaged, more willing to take risks in their learning, and more excited to come to class. They know that this opportunity came from people who wanted to invest in their growth, and that means so much to all of us.\r\n\r\nThank you for being such an important part of our classroom journey. 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