{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Talbott Springs Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":25.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9551310,"projectId":9980447,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our deepest and most sincere gratitude for the generous gift of the Pluffel to our special education inclusion classroom. Your thoughtfulness and commitment to supporting inclusive learning environments mean more to us than words can fully express. This gift is not only appreciated by our staff, but it has already begun to make a meaningful difference in the daily experiences of our students.\r\n\r\nThe Pluffel has quickly become a valued and cherished part of our classroom. For many of our students, sensory tools play a critical role in helping them feel safe, calm, and ready to learn. The comforting texture, engaging design, and interactive nature of the Pluffel provide both emotional reassurance and sensory input that support self-regulation, focus, and social engagement. Students who may struggle with transitions, anxiety, or sensory processing challenges have responded especially positively, using the Pluffel as a source of comfort and grounding throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nIn an inclusion classroom, where students with a wide range of abilities learn side by side, tools like the Pluffel help foster an environment of understanding, empathy, and belonging. It has encouraged peer interaction, conversation, and shared moments of joy. We have seen students connect with one another through imaginative play, cooperative activities, and simple moments of curiosity sparked by this wonderful addition. These interactions help build social skills, confidence, and mutual respect—skills that extend far beyond the classroom walls.\r\n\r\nYour generosity also sends a powerful message to our students: that they are seen, valued, and worthy of support. Knowing that members of our community care enough to invest in their well-being has a lasting impact. It reinforces the idea that learning is not just about academics, but also about emotional growth, inclusion, and creating a space where every child feels accepted and supported.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our teachers, support staff, and especially our students, thank you for your kindness and generosity. Gifts like the Pluffel help us better meet the diverse needs of our learners and strengthen our ability to provide an inclusive, nurturing educational environment. We are truly grateful for your support and for the positive difference you have made in our classroom.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your contribution is making a lasting impact every single day. We deeply appreciate your generosity and your commitment to supporting inclusive education.","fullyFundedDate":1767660740273,"projectUrl":"project/pluffle-fun/9980447/","projectTitle":"Pluffle fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hayley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551310_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x46,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716555333643","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9551310"},{"teacherId":9551310,"projectId":9962228,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our sincere thanks for the generous donation of the mesh bags for our Bookshare materials and the Lakeshore lids for our unit organizer. These resources have already had a meaningful impact on how our classroom materials are stored, accessed, and used each day. Your thoughtfulness and support have truly helped us create a more organized, efficient, and inclusive learning environment for all of our students.\r\n\r\nThe mesh bags have been especially helpful for our Bookshare materials. In the past, keeping track of all the individual pieces could be challenging, and locating specific items sometimes took valuable instructional time. Now, we can easily find all of the pieces we need, and everything has a clear, designated place. This has greatly improved our ability to transition smoothly between activities and ensure that materials are ready and available when students need them. Having everything contained and visible has made a noticeable difference for both staff and students.\r\n\r\nThe Lakeshore lids for our unit organizer have also been a game changer. Our manipulatives are now neatly organized, secure, and clearly separated, making them accessible for everyone in the class. Students are able to independently locate and return materials, which encourages responsibility, independence, and confidence. The improved organization has helped reduce clutter and confusion, allowing us to focus more on learning and engagement rather than searching for missing pieces.\r\n\r\nThese organizational tools have supported not only classroom management but also accessibility and equity. With materials clearly organized and easy to access, all students—including those who benefit from hands-on learning and structured environments—are better able to participate fully. The consistency and clarity these tools provide help create a calm and supportive space where students can focus on their learning goals.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generosity and for thinking about the practical needs of our classroom. Your support helps us maintain a well-organized learning environment where materials are used to their fullest potential and where every student can access the resources they need to succeed. These items will be used daily and will continue to benefit our students throughout the year.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness, generosity, and commitment to supporting our classroom. We truly appreciate you and the positive difference you have made for our students and staff.","fullyFundedDate":1766958890460,"projectUrl":"project/mesh-bags-lids-small-supplies-huge-i/9962228/","projectTitle":"Mesh Bags & Lids: Small Supplies, Huge Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hayley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551310_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x46,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716555333643","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9551310"},{"teacherId":9551310,"projectId":9828753,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our classroom magnetic center. We truly appreciate your support and generosity.\r\n\r\nThe students absolutely love the magnetic building sticks, and they have quickly become a favorite learning tool. The materials have encouraged creativity, collaboration, and hands-on exploration. We have also been able to introduce new inclusion lessons using the cultural magnetic builders, which has helped students learn about different cultures while working together in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom and helping create engaging and inclusive learning experiences for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1764710212089,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-center-fun/9828753/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Center Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hayley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551310_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x46,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716555333643","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9551310"},{"teacherId":9551310,"projectId":9631804,"letterContent":"We were unable to get the tonie box to work in our school sadly, but after much consideration we worked with the donor chose team to replace the items. Instead we got new movement CDs for the students to use on a cd players. We also decided to get music rhythm sticks to work on following directions games. With left over funds we got the students a new number blocks board game along with a character plush that will help us work on communication and turn taking. We lastly stocked up on some class essentials such as lamination and Velcro. We are beyond grateful for your contribution to the classroom. We are so sad the tonie box did not work for us, but grateful we were able to find items that fit our needs.","fullyFundedDate":1761946339921,"projectUrl":"project/listening-fun-with-tonies/9631804/","projectTitle":"Listening Fun with Tonies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hayley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551310_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x46,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716555333643","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9551310"},{"teacherId":9574062,"projectId":9438322,"letterContent":"My students are drawing and are excited about drawing as we use the books to talk about how to draw from scribbles. \r\n\r\nWe are excited to be working on expanding our drawings and using the books to work and tell stories about our drawings. \r\n\r\nWe have also been using our new seats to help us learn and grow as writers. When you enter my classroom the students are engaging in writing activities on a daily basis. When my student started asking to draw and write I couldn't believe it. Now it is a daily activity that the students choose to do without prompting from me. \r\n\r\nThank you for all\r\nYour support!\r\nMs. Beth","fullyFundedDate":1755705448914,"projectUrl":"project/a-drawing-is-worth-a-thousand-words/9438322/","projectTitle":"A Drawing Is Worth a Thousand Words!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Beth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9574062_orig.jpg?crop=1883,1883,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733865353161","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9574062"},{"teacherId":9920232,"projectId":9106547,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to each of you for supporting my project, \"Help Me Feel In Control,\" through DonorsChoose. Your generosity has truly made a difference in the lives of my students.\r\n\r\nThe ball pit ball net has made cleaning and disinfecting our sensory materials so much easier and more efficient — helping me maintain a safe and healthy environment for everyone. The mini trampoline has become a favorite among students of all ages, offering them a fun and engaging way to get the movement they need. Following that, the sensory boat provides calming deep-pressure input, allowing students to end their motor breaks feeling centered, regulated, and ready to return to class focused and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students are learning to feel more in control of their bodies and emotions — skills that support their success both in and out of the classroom. Thank you for making this possible and for believing in the importance of sensory and self-regulation support.","fullyFundedDate":1750774653461,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-feel-in-control/9106547/","projectTitle":"Help Me Feel in Control!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tefft","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9920232_orig.jpg?crop=285,285,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741445390545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9920232"},{"teacherId":9551310,"projectId":9462249,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund our first day of school wishlist! Your generous support made a meaningful difference in preparing our classroom for the new school year.\r\n\r\nAs many know, teachers often spend their own money each year to ensure students have the materials and resources they need to succeed. Having our wishlist funded lifted a huge burden and allowed us to focus more on creating a warm, welcoming, and engaging learning environment from day one.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our students started the year with the tools they need to grow, learn, and thrive—and for that, we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1753517528179,"projectUrl":"project/teacher-wish-list-for-first-day/9462249/","projectTitle":"Teacher Wish List for First Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hayley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551310_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x46,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716555333643","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9551310"},{"teacherId":9551310,"projectId":9354596,"letterContent":"We want to express our deepest gratitude for your generous donation of fine motor activities and educational games to our inclusion classroom.\r\n\r\nThese materials have been an incredible addition to our learning environment. They've not only supported the development of essential fine motor skills but also encouraged collaboration, creativity, and confidence among our diverse group of learners. It's heartwarming to see all of our students—regardless of ability—engage with the activities in meaningful and joyful ways.\r\n\r\nYour support truly helps us create a more inclusive and enriching classroom experience. Thank you for investing in early childhood education and for believing in the power of play-based learning for all children.","fullyFundedDate":1752174267236,"projectUrl":"project/learning-with-learning-resources/9354596/","projectTitle":"Learning With Learning Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hayley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551310_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x46,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716555333643","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9551310"},{"teacherId":9551310,"projectId":9354547,"letterContent":"On behalf of our classroom, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for the generous donation to help fund new educational games and materials. Your thoughtful support has brought so much joy and engagement to our students!\r\n\r\nThe hands-on learning tools have not only enhanced our curriculum but have also helped foster important social, cognitive, and motor skills among our diverse learners. It's inspiring to see how these resources make learning accessible and fun for every child in our care.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and believing in the potential of all children. Your contribution makes a real difference, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1750795451917,"projectUrl":"project/lakeshore-learning-fun/9354547/","projectTitle":"Lakeshore Learning Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hayley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9551310_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x46,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716555333643","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9551310"},{"teacherId":9528797,"projectId":8944099,"letterContent":"Dear Generous Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting Learning Amazement! Your kindness has made it possible for my students to access a variety of inclusive learning materials that meet them exactly where they are.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is now filled with tools that help every child—regardless of ability—participate, engage, and thrive. These resources spark curiosity, build confidence, and create moments of amazement in learning each day.\r\n\r\nThe smiles, laughter, and excitement I see when my students explore these materials remind me of the incredible impact your donation has made. You have not only provided supplies, but also encouraged acceptance, creativity, and inclusion in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your belief in our students and for making this vision possible. Together, you have helped create an environment where every child feels seen, valued, and inspired to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1733185431841,"projectUrl":"project/lets-making-learning-fun-again/8944099/","projectTitle":"Let's Making Learning Fun Again","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Khatija","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9528797_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715201731192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskhatija"},{"teacherId":9528797,"projectId":8983640,"letterContent":"Dear Generous Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting Learning Amazement! Your kindness has made it possible for my students to access a variety of inclusive learning materials that meet them exactly where they are.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is now filled with tools that help every child—regardless of ability—participate, engage, and thrive. These resources spark curiosity, build confidence, and create moments of amazement in learning each day.\r\n\r\nThe smiles, laughter, and excitement I see when my students explore these materials remind me of the incredible impact your donation has made. You have not only provided supplies, but also encouraged acceptance, creativity, and inclusion in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your belief in our students and for making this vision possible. Together, you have helped create an environment where every child feels seen, valued, and inspired to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1733859256371,"projectUrl":"project/learn-with-kaplan/8983640/","projectTitle":"Learn with Kaplan","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Khatija","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9528797_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715201731192","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mskhatija"},{"teacherId":9528797,"projectId":9310378,"letterContent":"Dear Generous Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting Learning Amazement! Your kindness has made it possible for my students to access a variety of inclusive learning materials that meet them exactly where they are.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is now filled with tools that help every child—regardless of ability—participate, engage, and thrive. These resources spark curiosity, build confidence, and create moments of amazement in learning each day.\r\n\r\nThe smiles, laughter, and excitement I see when my students explore these materials remind me of the incredible impact your donation has made. You have not only provided supplies, but also encouraged acceptance, creativity, and inclusion in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your belief in our students and for making this vision possible. 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