{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"T.G. Barr Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3663595,"projectId":9471951,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my scholars received You Love Fruit snacks, Ticonderoga pencils, and EarFun Kids headphones! When they first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement—they couldn't wait to try everything. The headphones helped them focus during lessons, the pencils made writing more enjoyable, and the snacks gave them a healthy boost to stay energized.\r\n\r\nNext steps for my first-grade scholars are to 1. continue using headphones during reading and digital learning activities to build focus and independence; 2. use the Ticonderoga pencils for all writing and math tasks to strengthen fine motor skills and confidence; and 3. incorporate snacks as a positive tool to refocus and maintain energy during learning transitions.\r\n\r\nThese resources are already making a difference, and we look forward to seeing scholars stay engaged, motivated, and excited to learn every day!","fullyFundedDate":1755879089878,"projectUrl":"project/tools-tidiness-building-a-clean-org/9471951/","projectTitle":"\"Tools & Tidiness: Building a Clean, Organized, and Mobile Classroom!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schexnayder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3663595_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687921265216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/larosa-schexnayder"},{"teacherId":8644216,"projectId":9679328,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart and our students, thank you so much for these donations. It really helps the kids to access the ukulele easier and faster to keep more of their time in practice than in preparing the ukulele itself from the bag. \r\n\r\nMore time in practice will give our kids more time to develop and enhance their talents and skills in music.\r\n \r\nOur student enrollment is getting bigger; this is a very challenging part for me as a music teacher, but with your help, it makes it easier for me to teach these kids. \r\n\r\nThank you so much. \r\n\r\nMore power and blessings to all of you.","fullyFundedDate":1760693774940,"projectUrl":"project/ukulele-is-fun/9679328/","projectTitle":"Ukulele Is Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. AMADO SALVADOR DU ULANDAY","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8644216_orig.jpg?crop=1441,1441,x796,y1441&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694445702473","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8644216"},{"teacherId":9767422,"projectId":9124678,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating the water bottles for our classroom! My students were so excited when they received them, they couldn't believe they each had their very own. One of the sweetest moments was seeing how quickly they began using them during our lessons and recess, proudly showing them off and reminding each other to stay hydrated.\r\n\r\nThese water bottles are already making a difference in helping my students build healthy habits, especially as we've been talking about taking care of our bodies in science and during our \"Who We Are\" unit. The bottles fit perfectly into this lesson, and the students are making the real-world connection that water helps keep them energized and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll continue exploring healthy lifestyle choices, and I know the water bottles will keep being part of those daily conversations and routines. Thank you again for helping create such a joyful and meaningful moment in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1740612481175,"projectUrl":"project/hydrate-to-educate-empowering-students/9124678/","projectTitle":"Hydrate to Educate: Empowering Students with Classroom Water Bottles!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9767422_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726845485114","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9767422"},{"teacherId":8378051,"projectId":9195704,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of headphones to our classroom. Your support has already made a meaningful difference—each student now has the tools they need to focus, engage, and participate more fully in their learning.\r\n\r\nWith the headphones, my students are able to work independently, access digital resources without distraction, and explore lessons at their own pace. This simple but powerful gift helps create an environment where every child can thrive.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and commitment to education. Your kindness not only provides practical tools but also reminds my students that there are people who believe in their success.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support—we couldn't do this without you!","fullyFundedDate":1746785564742,"projectUrl":"project/hear-you-hear-me/9195704/","projectTitle":"Hear You, Hear Me!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yaqin Li","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8378051_orig.png?crop=362,362,x0,y14&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694488618427","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8378051"},{"teacherId":9705638,"projectId":9133661,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a more comfortable and engaging space for my students with special needs. The soft seats you provided help them feel calm and focused during lessons, and the printed sheets have given them visual supports that make learning more accessible. Having these resources ready makes transitions smoother and encourages my students to participate more eagerly in activities.\r\n\r\nWhat excites the students the most is the sense of choice and ownership. They love picking their soft seats during group time, and many of them now settle in quickly, ready to learn. One of my students who often struggled to focus during circle time now participates more because he feels comfortable. Another student who has difficulty with handwriting has been using the printed guides and is showing steady improvement.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only provided materials but also created a more positive learning environment where my students feel confident and excited to learn. 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It's also been a game changer for communication with families; sending home newsletters and updates in color makes them easier to read and more enjoyable to receive. The printer also helps me create vibrant classroom rules and expectations posters that are not only eye-catching but also reinforce structure and positivity in our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe laminating sheets have been incredibly helpful for long-term classroom prep. I've been able to laminate flyers and labels, ensuring they stay intact and reusable throughout the school year. The students have already shown so much respect for these materials, treating them with care and appreciation. They're especially excited about the incentives, which have sparked positive behavior and a strong desire to do their best. I've noticed several students who were once a bit hesitant now eagerly participating because they're motivated by the combination of fun rewards and engaging, colorful materials. These resources are truly helping us kick off a bright and inspiring school year!","fullyFundedDate":1746785988140,"projectUrl":"project/worksheets-in-color-and-incentives-for-h/9212822/","projectTitle":"Worksheets in Color and Incentives for High Level Work","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Montelongo Nevarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8379409_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664736533119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8379409"},{"teacherId":3663595,"projectId":9285752,"letterContent":"Since receiving these generous materials, my first-grade students have shown remarkable growth both academically and socially. The engaging books at various reading levels have empowered all of my learners—from emerging readers to more advanced ones—to develop a love for reading while building fluency and comprehension skills at their own pace. The high-quality headphones have transformed our listening centers into focused learning environments where students can fully engage with audiobooks, phonics programs, and language development activities without distractions.\r\n\r\nThe play dough has been more than just a fun addition; it's supported fine motor development and encouraged imaginative play, collaboration, and storytelling—critical skills for young learners. These materials have made lessons more engaging, differentiated, and responsive to the unique strengths of each child.\r\n\r\nThanks to this project, my classroom has become a more inclusive, stimulating, and effective learning environment where every student has the tools they need to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1746787291616,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-busy-hands-and-big-imagi/9285752/","projectTitle":"\"Bright Minds, Busy Hands, and Big Imaginations!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schexnayder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3663595_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687921265216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/larosa-schexnayder"},{"teacherId":8379409,"projectId":9024128,"letterContent":"Your generous contributions have brought incredible new technology into our classroom, and we are already experiencing its profound impact. We want to extend our deepest gratitude for making this possible.\r\n\r\nThe new iPad stand has been a game-changer for instruction. In the classroom, the stand allows me to seamlessly project materials from my iPad, eliminating the struggle of trying to prop it up and ensuring smooth transitions between activities. This improved flow keeps students engaged and focused on the learning material. Also, the laminator has enabled me to utilize laminated, reusable worksheets more effectively, saving significant time and paper and allowing me to dedicate more resources to planning engaging lessons.\r\n\r\nPerhaps most exciting for the students themselves are the new headphones! They absolutely love the vibrant colors and are thrilled with the quality. This excitement translates into greater care for the items; they are diligently put away in their zip-locks each day, showing how much they value them. These headphones have been particularly impactful for students whose previous sets were broken or uncomfortable, causing distractions. Having reliable, comfortable headphones allows these students to fully access audio components of lessons and activities, fostering independence and focused learning in a way they couldn't before.","fullyFundedDate":1739373535443,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-tech-and-supply-upgrade-for-ki/9024128/","projectTitle":"Classroom Tech and Supply Upgrade for Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Montelongo Nevarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8379409_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664736533119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8379409"},{"teacherId":3663595,"projectId":9127703,"letterContent":"I and my first-grade scholars are using the new Lakeshore Science of Reading Phonics Activities to build foundational literacy skills through structured, research-based phonics instruction. These activities help my scholars to decode words, strengthen their reading fluency, and foster a love of reading through engaging, hands-on learning.\r\n\r\nAlongside this, the Kindness & Social Emotional Learning: Teaching Compassion books are supporting my scholars' emotional growth. Through stories and guided discussions, I am helping them build empathy, kindness, and self-awareness—creating a classroom culture rooted in respect and compassion.\r\n\r\nTogether, these resources are promoting both academic growth and emotional intelligence in our supportive and learning classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1742572537743,"projectUrl":"project/fostering-love-for-learning-exploratio/9127703/","projectTitle":"Fostering Love For Learning & Exploration Through Books & Activities!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schexnayder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3663595_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1687921265216","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/larosa-schexnayder"},{"teacherId":8377103,"projectId":8720343,"letterContent":"Thank you for your thoughtful donation to help students use technology in our classrooms. I truly appreciate your support and understanding on the importance of bridging the gap between home and school technology.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, students are expected to engage with technology on a daily basis. This project aims to provide them with essential tools, specifically headphones, that will enhance their learning experience. By ensuring that each student has their own pair of headphones, we can maximize their individual use of technology without the challenges of sharing or lacking access altogether.\r\n\r\nThe excitement surrounding the new product is palpable among my students. They are particularly enthusiastic about having their own headphones, which not only allows for a more focused learning environment but also fosters their independence in using various educational tools and resources.\r\n\r\nI have noticed that certain students, especially those who thrive in auditory learning, have been significantly engaged with this new technology. They are more engaged during lessons and are able to participate actively in group activities that require listening to audio content.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support and for considering the impact of technology in our students' education.","fullyFundedDate":1725795083519,"projectUrl":"project/headphone-help-thanks-for-hearing-us-o/8720343/","projectTitle":"Headphone Help & Thanks For Hearing Us Out","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8377103_orig.png?crop=1037,1038,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690233853973","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8377103"},{"teacherId":7072183,"projectId":8995064,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for the donations! Receiving items like the laminating sheets, parachute toys, fidget/sensory toys, and helicopter toys made a significant impact on all of my students in our self-contained classroom. The laminating sheets allowed me to create durable, interactive learning materials that could withstand repeated use, providing more hands-on experiences for my students. The parachute toys promoted teamwork and coordination, offering a fun and engaging way to encourage physical activity and social skills. Fidget and sensory toys provided students with a calming outlet for stress or anxiety, which helped improve their focus and self-regulation during lessons. Helicopter toys added an element of excitement to the classroom, fostering creativity and encouraging the development of fine motor skills. Overall, these items not only supported the academic needs of my students but also contributed to their emotional and social growth, creating a more inclusive and dynamic learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1735413990368,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-and-fine-motor-tools/8995064/","projectTitle":"Sensory and Fine Motor Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nickerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7072183_orig.jpg?crop=635,635,x0,y105&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680483430480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7072183"},{"teacherId":8379409,"projectId":8995998,"letterContent":"We're using our rolling carts every single day, and it's truly transformed how organized and efficient our learning space is. Each student now has shares a mobile workstation, complete with headphones, tablets, art supplies, whiteboards, and even their water bottles and play dough. This has been a game-changer in preventing disruptions and saving valuable learning time, as students no longer need to get up and search for their materials. They've really taken ownership of their carts, keeping them tidy and showing a great sense of responsibility, which is wonderful to see.\r\n\r\nThe initial reaction from my students when they saw the rolling carts was pure excitement! Their eyes lit up, and there were lots of \"oohs\" and \"aahs\"! It was like giving them their own little learning hubs, and they immediately took pride in having everything they needed right at their fingertips. This sense of ownership has translated into them being more prepared and focused during lessons.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, our learning journey is still in full swing! My students are currently diving deeper into the world of addition and subtraction, building their confidence in solving problems. 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