{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Southside Community School","outOfStateSupporters":26.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8383716,"projectId":6310875,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our students and this special project. Because of your generosity, my students are now able to fully experience what it means to be part of a team—both in the classroom and through our new cheer program. The pom-poms and customizable shirts have helped students feel united and proud to represent their school. One unforgettable moment was watching them put on their shirts for the first time and practice together with huge smiles, confidence, and school spirit. It truly made them feel seen and valued.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, their excitement was overwhelming. They were thrilled to have items that reflected their school and their identities, and many shared how special it felt to finally have a cheer team of their own. In the classroom, the paper, paper cutter, and mobile stand are already being used to add creativity and color to assignments, anchor charts, and student work displays, making lessons more engaging and interactive.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue building routines and performances as a cheer team while also using these classroom materials for creative projects tied to literacy and social studies. These resources are helping students feel motivated, connected, and confident—both academically and socially. Thank you for helping us bring color, creativity, and encouragement into every part of our students' school experience.","fullyFundedDate":1647813039829,"projectUrl":"project/cheerfully-moving-forward/6310875/","projectTitle":"Cheerfully moving Forward!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8383716_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658807162512","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8383716"},{"teacherId":8383716,"projectId":6735770,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, our classroom library has become a welcoming, comfortable space where students truly want to spend their time. The new rug and seating options are used daily during independent reading, book clubs, and read-aloud time. One of my favorite moments was watching students curl up with a book from the new series and eagerly share which character was their favorite and why—it sparked conversations and excitement about reading that I hadn't seen before.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new library space, their faces lit up. They were immediately drawn to the cozy seating and couldn't wait to explore the new books. Several students who previously struggled to stay engaged during reading time are now asking for extra time to read or excitedly recommending books to their classmates. The library has truly become a safe, calm space where students feel relaxed and motivated to read.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue building their reading stamina and comprehension through independent reading, small-group discussions, and response journals tied to the new book series. We are also beginning book clubs where students will practice making predictions, analyzing characters, and sharing their thinking with peers. Your support has helped us begin creating a strong reading culture—one where students feel empowered, confident, and free through reading. Thank you for helping make this possible for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1661397588210,"projectUrl":"project/getting-comfy-and-cozy-in-our-library-co/6735770/","projectTitle":"Getting Comfy and Cozy in Our Library Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8383716_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658807162512","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8383716"},{"teacherId":8383716,"projectId":9315729,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom. Because of your generosity, my students are now using flexible seating like bean bag chairs and stacking stools during independent reading, writing, and small group work. One of my favorite moments was seeing a group of students choose their seating, settle in comfortably, and stay focused longer than ever while working on a collaborative writing task using whiteboard sticky paper posted around the room. These new resources have helped create a calmer, more inviting environment where students feel comfortable taking academic risks.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. They were thrilled to have choices in where and how they learn, and many shared how the new seating made them feel \"relaxed,\" \"comfortable,\" and \"ready to work.\" The clean, organized space—supported by the carpet cleaner and fridge shelf—has also helped students take pride in caring for their classroom and respecting our shared space.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue using these resources during literacy centers, math problem-solving, and collaborative projects. We are currently working on a writing unit where students brainstorm, draft, and revise using the whiteboard sticky paper to share ideas and give peer feedback. These tools have not only improved focus and engagement but have also strengthened our classroom community. Thank you for helping create a space where my students feel safe, supported, and excited to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1746786278579,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calm-comfortable-and-focuse/9315729/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calm, Comfortable, and Focused Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8383716_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658807162512","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8383716"},{"teacherId":8383716,"projectId":9115806,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for fueling young minds and inspiring a love for reading in our classroom. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to books that truly meet them where they are—both in interest and reading level. These new texts are helping students strengthen essential reading skills such as fluency, vocabulary development, comprehension, and stamina. Many of the books also support making connections, visualizing, and building background knowledge, which are especially important for readers who are still developing confidence.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is now filled with excitement and choice. Students eagerly browse the classroom library, recommend books to one another, and take pride in finding stories that spark their curiosity. I've seen students who once avoided reading become more willing to try, spending longer periods engaged with books they genuinely enjoy. One student who often struggled to stay focused now asks for extra reading time because he \"really wants to know what happens next,\" while another proudly shares new vocabulary words she's learned from her favorite series.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom culture where reading feels joyful, achievable, and meaningful. My students are learning that books can take them to new places, introduce new ideas, and help them believe in themselves as readers. Thank you for giving them the opportunity to grow, explore, and discover new worlds through reading—we couldn't have done this without you!","fullyFundedDate":1739714572966,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-young-minds-inspiring-a-love-fo/9115806/","projectTitle":"Fueling Young Minds: Inspiring a Love for Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8383716_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658807162512","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8383716"},{"teacherId":8383716,"projectId":8768976,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our mornings have completely transformed. My students now begin each day with calm, hands-on activities using the Legos, coloring books, magnetic tiles, geo boards, and puzzles you helped provide. One of my favorite moments was watching a group of students quietly collaborate to build a structure with magnetic tiles while another group worked through a challenging puzzle together—supporting one another, problem-solving, and easing into the day with focus and confidence. These materials have replaced morning screen time and created a peaceful routine that helps students transition smoothly into learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to explore, yet noticeably calm and engaged. Many students shared how much they loved having choices and being able to work independently or with classmates. I've seen students who typically struggle in the mornings become more relaxed, focused, and ready to participate in lessons after using these resources.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue using these tools during morning routines and in math lessons to explore geometry, spatial reasoning, and problem-solving. These materials are also supporting social-emotional learning as students practice collaboration, patience, and perseverance. Your support has truly helped create a welcoming, home-like environment that sets a positive tone for the entire day. Thank you for being such an important part of our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1733285835773,"projectUrl":"project/gentle-beginnings-creating-a-calm-start/8768976/","projectTitle":"Gentle Beginnings: Creating a Calm Start for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Laura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8383716_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1658807162512","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8383716"},{"teacherId":9442039,"projectId":9284805,"letterContent":"Every item that was gifted to our classroom is enjoyed from each of my students. We are so pleased with your generosity and kind hearts. Each resource has given each student an awesome opportunity to learn and grow in the areas that we have struggled with. \r\n\r\nWe can't thank you enough for helping us out with the tools and resources that were provided to our classroom. We are loving the Play-Doh, markers, games and lots of other Social Emotional tools! Coin Drop is another favorite in the classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1754870077691,"projectUrl":"project/attention-feeling-fidgety/9284805/","projectTitle":"Attention: Feeling Fidgety!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Erica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9442039_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705719066378","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9442039"},{"teacherId":8653618,"projectId":9123935,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all these amazing books! My students and I thoroughly enjoy them all. I have gotten to do so many read aloud and have even been able to loan them out for other teachers to utilize. They are such a great resource. They are really helpful in creating a classroom where students love reading and can have meaningful in-depth conversations about what we read. \r\n\r\n These books help make our story time colorful and full of characters that really intrigue the kids. Since most of them are picture books, they also help provide great scaffolding to make the stories accessible to my kiddos still learning English.","fullyFundedDate":1740275942989,"projectUrl":"project/lets-read/9123935/","projectTitle":"Let's Read!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Takara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8653618_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662762626902","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8653618"},{"teacherId":8653618,"projectId":8760707,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generosity! \r\n\r\nMy students have been loving the hands-on-learning with our new materials. While studying about light and lenses, they got to make their our own kaleidoscopes. It was nice to see them take joy in playing with something that doesn't have a screen and a battery. We also got to use the flashlights to experiment with how proximity affects the size of our shadows. \r\n\r\nThe class got to use the new binoculars during a guided nature walk of the area near our school. Today, they got to use them to get a better view of the jets practicing for our local air show! \r\n\r\nPerhaps my personal favorite items are the giant bins of cleaning wipes! We use those constantly to help sanitize our desks. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1735595801840,"projectUrl":"project/playing-with-light/8760707/","projectTitle":"Playing with Light!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Takara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8653618_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1662762626902","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8653618"},{"teacherId":8383716,"projectId":8714696,"letterContent":"Our students have been so excited and grateful to receive the snacks and essential items from this project! Every day, students who come to school hungry or need a little extra energy can grab a snack, helping them stay focused and ready to learn. One special moment was when a student who usually struggles to concentrate in the morning shared that having a small breakfast bar helped them feel more awake and ready to participate in class discussions. These simple items are making a big difference in helping students feel cared for and supported.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue to use these resources to make sure all students have what they need to succeed. In our classroom, we are working on a project about kindness and community, and this support has helped show students what it means to care for others. As we learn about helping those in need, students are coming up with ideas to give back, such as writing thank-you notes or organizing a small classroom fundraiser to keep this project going. 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