{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Swainsboro Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":77.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6528196,"projectId":9725984,"letterContent":"The materials from this project may seem simple, but they have already made a noticeable difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic book display shelves have been a great addition. I'm now able to display new books directly on our whiteboard, which has definitely increased the number of students picking up new reads. Before, books would often fall off or get lost behind other titles. Now, I can display twice as many at once, and students immediately notice when something new appears. It has also been a great way to highlight student book recommendations so they can see how their suggestions are helping grow our classroom library.\r\n\r\nThe clear hanging folder tabs helped me finish labeling my documentation tub, so student work artifacts, rubrics, and important papers stay organized and easy to locate. Having those labels in place has made it so much easier to keep track of student work throughout the year. The new \"It Can't Be, It's...\" game fits right in with the creativity and thinking exercises we already do in class and is such a great extension of those activities.\r\n\r\nSo believe me when I say, these simple materials have helped make our classroom a little more organized, a little more creative, and a little more inviting for my learners. Thank you again for helping support the work my students and I do every day.","fullyFundedDate":1763825798234,"projectUrl":"project/think-tidy-and-thrive/9725984/","projectTitle":"Think, Tidy, and Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Street","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6528196_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562662713893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6528196"},{"teacherId":6528196,"projectId":9257410,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students will begin to step into the exciting world of podcasting and audio storytelling. Many of my gifted students are natural thinkers and storytellers, and this project will give them a meaningful platform to share their ideas and perspectives in a new way.\r\n\r\nOver the coming weeks, students will begin learning how to use the microphones and recording equipment that make clear audio possible. We plan to start with shorter recordings such as weekly reflections and student-created public service announcements. These early recordings will help students practice organizing their thoughts, speaking clearly, and thinking about how their words reach an audience.\r\n\r\nAs students grow more comfortable with the equipment, the goal is to expand into larger projects. One idea is for fifth-grade students to create a farewell podcast where they can share advice for younger students, reflect on their elementary experiences, and include thank-you messages to teachers who have helped shape their journey.\r\n\r\nEven before our first full episode airs, the excitement around this project will spark conversations about storytelling, communication, and how ideas can travel beyond the walls of our classroom. I truly appreciate your support, as it will allow my students to see that their voices matter and that their stories are worth sharing. Thank you again for helping make this possible for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1745447837271,"projectUrl":"project/the-mic-drop-moment-launching-our-podca/9257410/","projectTitle":"The Mic Drop Moment: Launching Our Podcast","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Street","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6528196_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562662713893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6528196"},{"teacherId":10106116,"projectId":9792711,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for your assistance in this project. Because of you, I am able to have the supplies needed to get through the remaining school year. I'm able to do this without having 1) reach out to parents for help and 2) try to purchase items myself. \r\n\r\nMy students instantly noted that I was \"stacking up\" when they saw the supplies. I've been able to print assignments without worry about running out due to the limited supply of paper we're given. I've been able to provide pencils daily to students. We've been able to keep our desks cleaned with the clorox wipes. The headphones allows my students to listen to online assignments without disturbing others. \r\n\r\nEverthing purchased has been such a blessing. My heart overflows with gratitude. As we move forward, I hope to be able to give students a chance to do a math or science project to help with their understanding & a chance for them to earn extra credit. Because of the supplies you've provided, I know that if assigned, they'll be able to use the items I have, if they don't have needed supplies of their own. \r\n\r\nAgain, I am so appreciative for your heart of giving and kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1768695898367,"projectUrl":"project/meet-the-need/9792711/","projectTitle":"Meet the Need","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10106116_orig.jpg?crop=1728,1728,x0,y86&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754044873020","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10106116"},{"teacherId":6528196,"projectId":9511884,"letterContent":"When these materials arrived, my students immediately wanted to open every box and start exploring. What stood out most was not just their excitement about new games and materials, but how quickly they shifted into strategic thinking. During our first Think Tank Thursday using the Shut the Box game, students began discussing which number combinations were smartest to eliminate and explaining their mental math strategies to each other. What began as a game quickly turned into rich mathematical reasoning. Students who typically solve problems independently were suddenly verbalizing their thinking and refining it based on their classmates' feedback.\r\n\r\nThe Rough Shapes game has easily become a favorite. It has taken the place of some of our Divergent Doodles warm-ups while still stretching creativity in meaningful ways. Students must analyze abstract shapes, visualize possibilities, and draw their interpretations. With the sturdier dry-erase markers, they can test ideas and revise quickly without the frustration of broken or dried-out supplies. I have also laminated the blank hexagon cards, making them reusable and versatile. Because they are dry-erase, students can improve or build upon their ideas rather than settling for their initial brainstorming ideas or using up materials.\r\n\r\nOverall, the impact of your generosity and this project has been both academic and engaging. Students are practicing fluency, spatial reasoning, communication, and creativity in ways that feel purposeful rather than performative. Your support has helped establish a sustainable system that will continue to challenge learners year after year. Thank you for investing in thinking that goes beyond a worksheet and into real cognitive growth!","fullyFundedDate":1757423409036,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-boosting-brainpower/9511884/","projectTitle":"Game On! Boosting Brainpower","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Street","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6528196_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562662713893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6528196"},{"teacherId":10268486,"projectId":9725543,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my project, A Clear Equation for Math Success. For the past few months, my students have used these tools, and it has made learning math clearer and more visual. The laminator has been especially helpful, allowing me to create durable math process guides and resources that students can use repeatedly for concepts such as regrouping and division. I appreciate how these guides reinforce the strategies students learn in their regular math classes and give me a better view into their thinking, so I can support them better.\r\n\r\nStudents enjoy being able to show their work clearly, correct their thinking, and try again without the frustration that often comes with paper and pencil. These materials are easy for students to access and use independently, which helps build confidence and keeps them actively involved in their learning.\r\n\r\nMy fourth-grade students, in particular, have really taken to the dry-erase tools. They are more willing to work through problems and explain their thinking. Your support has helped create a learning environment where my students feel encouraged to practice, make mistakes, and grow. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1759421336807,"projectUrl":"project/a-clear-equation-for-math-success/9725543/","projectTitle":"A Clear Equation for Math Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. G. Street","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10268486_orig.jpg?crop=2520,2520,x231,y413&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758585879747","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10268486"},{"teacherId":6528196,"projectId":9625289,"letterContent":"Comfort and organization might sound simple, but in a classroom, they make all the difference! Our classroom now feels more welcoming and efficient, thanks to your support. When I told my students we were getting more beanbag chairs, they were thrilled (a few of my fourth graders even cheered out loud)! These cozy seats are still many students' favorite spots for reading, writing, and working together. There's something about having a comfortable place to learn that helps my students zone in and focus.\r\n\r\nThe new wooden racks have leveled up our storage game. Our lap desks are now neatly organized, easy to reach, and best of all, not sliding onto the floor anymore! Students have taken responsibility for keeping the space tidy and returning them to their designated spot. \r\n\r\nI'm so grateful for your generosity and for believing that small changes can create big impacts. Because of you, my students have a space that feels both cozy and structured, a perfect mix for creative minds to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1758202877222,"projectUrl":"project/smart-seating-simple-storage/9625289/","projectTitle":"Smart Seating & Simple Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Street","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6528196_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562662713893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6528196"},{"teacherId":6528196,"projectId":9625621,"letterContent":"If you're a teacher, you know how important it is to give classroom materials a \"home.\" Thanks to you, our Surf Desks now have one, and it's made a difference in our classroom. Before the storage rack arrived, the desks had a bad habit of toppling over or crowding up the front of the room. Now they're neatly stored, easy to grab, and always ready for flexible seating time.\r\n\r\nNot only does the rack keep things tidy and organized, but it also saves space and time. I can move all the Surf Desks at once when we need to switch up learning zones, and students can quickly grab one without a scramble. It's a small change that's made our flex seating routine smoother and helped students take more ownership of keeping our classroom organized.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping me create a space where my students can learn and transition between seating or tasks easily, without the chaos of toppling desks!","fullyFundedDate":1758202904317,"projectUrl":"project/surf-desk-station/9625621/","projectTitle":"Surf Desk Station","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Street","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6528196_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562662713893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6528196"},{"teacherId":6528196,"projectId":9304255,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting the Book Buzz project. My students now have access to Booklist Reader, and it has quickly become a fun and practical way for them to discover new books each month. Each issue features short, student-appropriate book reviews that introduce a wide range of titles, authors, and genres. The eye-catching issue covers draw you in, and the brief reviews help in deciding which books readers want to try next. My students can easily flip through the pages to see what catches their attention. \r\n\r\nStudents are encouraged to use the Booklist Reader to spot titles they want to add to their personal reading lists or request for our classroom library. It gives them a glimpse into the larger world of books and helps them learn how readers recommend titles to others. Seeing professionally written reviews also gives my students a strong model as they begin writing and sharing their own book recommendations with classmates. \r\n\r\nI hope you realize that your support has helped spark opportunities for new conversations about books and exploration of stories my students might not have ever discovered on their own.","fullyFundedDate":1746699643570,"projectUrl":"project/book-buzz-sparking-student-discovery-wi/9304255/","projectTitle":"Book Buzz: Sparking Student Discovery with Booklist Reader","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Street","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6528196_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562662713893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6528196"},{"teacherId":6528196,"projectId":9047526,"letterContent":"Who knew a few locks and puzzles could spark so much excitement? Thanks to your support, my gifted students have been engaging in Breakout EDU challenges that stretch their critical and creative thinking in new ways. At first, they weren't too sure about this new style of learning (codes, clues, and really thinking \"outside the box\" felt a bit foreign), but once they started cracking their first puzzles, they were all in. The mix of digital and hands-on challenges has given them a fresh way to apply teamwork, logic, and perseverance.\r\n\r\nMy students' favorite part about Breakout EDU so far has been the \"Lock of the Day\" challenges. My fifth graders have a healthy dose of competition, so they are always eager to see who can unlock the puzzle first. What I love most, though, is how quickly that competition turns into collaboration. The moment one student figures it out, they're standing by to help others and share strategies. That kind of teamwork and support is exactly what I hoped to see when I started this project.\r\n\r\nWe've only scratched the surface of what Breakout EDU can do, and I can't wait to explore even more activities with the kit. It's been such a joy watching my students light up as they problem-solve and persevere through each challenge. Thank you for giving them a tool that not only challenges their minds but also builds confidence and collaboration along the way. Because of you, they're not just breaking out, they're breaking through!","fullyFundedDate":1740750206585,"projectUrl":"project/unlocking-potential-building-skills-wit/9047526/","projectTitle":"Unlocking Potential: Building Skills with Breakout EDU","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Street","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6528196_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562662713893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6528196"},{"teacherId":10106116,"projectId":9524445,"letterContent":"My classroom has been so blessed by the items we've received. I've been able to give posters to students who needed them for projects. I'm able to gather students at my big table to work with them in groups with the stools provided. The laminator has been used many times already - in our Dia de los Muertos project, in a beta inspirational project, and other daily things. \r\n\r\nI am so grateful for the generosity of each giver. This has given me hope in a world full of unkindness. It's helped me see that there are people who are willing to help - even if I've never met them.","fullyFundedDate":1758202788255,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-mathscience-to-life-at-ses/9524445/","projectTitle":"Bringing Math/Science to Life at SES!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10106116_orig.jpg?crop=1728,1728,x0,y86&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754044873020","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10106116"},{"teacherId":6528196,"projectId":9257353,"letterContent":"Thanks to you, this year my students have Daily Growth Mindset Journals, and the difference in our classroom has been remarkable (even in just three weeks)! These journals have become an essential part of our daily routine alongside our Paragraph of the Week journals, giving students a structured space to reflect and recognize patterns in their own learning.\r\n\r\nAlready, I'm seeing students apply growth mindset strategies beyond the journal. One of my younger students, who used to become aggressively frustrated when facing a challenge like a Sudoku puzzle, paused, reminded himself, \"I need a growth mindset,\" took a short break, and then returned to finish the task with confidence. Even parents have noticed the change: one shared that their child reminded them to try a growth mindset after overhearing a self-doubting comment at home!\r\n\r\nI also see less frustration, stronger self-monitoring, and more persistence among my students, especially those who tend to be perfectionists. By using growth mindset language intentionally when introducing assignments, students are learning to approach challenges as opportunities, rather than obstacles.\r\n\r\nYour support has given my students tools to build resilience, develop self-awareness, and take ownership of their learning. These journals are not only shaping their academic skills but also helping them carry a mindset of confidence and curiosity that will serve them for years to come. Thank you for being a part of that growth.","fullyFundedDate":1746698820417,"projectUrl":"project/mindset-matters-empowering-student-grow/9257353/","projectTitle":"Mindset Matters: Empowering Student Growth Through Reflection","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Street","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6528196_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1562662713893","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6528196"},{"teacherId":6528196,"projectId":9306949,"letterContent":"It's only week three, and after a few initial learning curves, the Paragraph of the Week journals have already become a natural part of my students' bell ringer routine. They walk in, sit down, and get started right away. I've noticed their confidence in writing grow, thanks to how each phase is chunked so well. Instead of the avoidance or complaints I've heard in the past, students are leaning in. This week, they're even excited to record and share their first narrative of the year with classmates!\r\n\r\nI'm also seeing stronger stamina and less hesitation overall. Students are using richer transition phrases and writing more sentences in assignments beyond the journals, which shows me the transfer of skills is happening.\r\n\r\nOne moment that has stood out to me was with a third grader who used to shut down at the thought of writing. Now, he completes the journal with no issues and even proudly shared a paragraph about himself last week. That kind of shift is exactly why I'm so glad and thankful we're able to use these!\r\n\r\nI am especially grateful because these journals are helping me address an issue I noticed in my students' data last year. I knew they needed a more consistent writing routine, and this resource has been the perfect solution. I can already see how they're making a difference. Thanks to generous donors like you, my students have access to a tool that is already building stronger, more confident writers. 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