{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Thomas Jefferson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":152962,"projectId":9428955,"letterContent":"Thank you for investing in our 5th grade students and their mathematical growth. Your generosity funded take-home math kits designed to strengthen multiplication and division fact fluency through interactive, hands-on practice.\r\n\r\nEach kit included engaging materials such as flashcards, fact games, dice activities, and visual supports that made learning both accessible and fun. Because of these resources, students had consistent opportunities to practice essential skills beyond the classroom—building the speed, accuracy, and confidence they need for success in upper-level math.\r\n\r\nHow did this project impact our students' learning?\r\nThe impact was immediate and meaningful. Students demonstrated improved fact recall, increased accuracy, and greater stamina during math tasks. Many shared that they enjoyed practicing at home and felt proud of their progress. Most importantly, their confidence grew. Students who once hesitated when solving multiplication and division problems began approaching math with a more positive mindset and a willingness to try challenging problems.\r\n\r\nThese kits were especially powerful for students who may not have access to academic support or extra resources at home. By providing structured, engaging tools, this project helped create more equitable learning opportunities and ensured that all students could practice and strengthen foundational skills.\r\n\r\nWhat were we able to accomplish in our teaching because of these materials?\r\nWith students practicing consistently at home, classroom instruction became more focused on higher-level problem-solving rather than basic fact remediation. We were able to dive deeper into multi-step word problems, fractions, and real-world applications because students had stronger foundational skills. The materials also allowed for small-group differentiation, targeted intervention, and enrichment opportunities—meeting students where they were and helping them grow.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students are becoming more fluent, independent, and confident mathematicians. Thank you for making a lasting and meaningful difference in their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1758551195553,"projectUrl":"project/math-matters-take-home-practice-kits-fo/9428955/","projectTitle":"Math Matters: Take-Home Practice Kits for Fact Fluency","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Finley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp152962_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598555304971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsfinley"},{"teacherId":152962,"projectId":9428762,"letterContent":"This project is designed to deepen students' understanding of North American history by guiding them through the pivotal era beginning with European exploration and continuing through colonization and the establishment of a new nation. Through the study of early encounters, settlement, conflict, and nation-building, students will engage with the complex historical forces that shaped the continent and continue to influence the modern world. By examining events from the arrival of explorers such as Christopher Columbus to the founding principles articulated during the creation of the United States of America, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how North America evolved politically, socially, and culturally.\r\n\r\nA central impact of this project lies in its emphasis on authentic stories and multiple perspectives. Rather than presenting history as a single, linear narrative, students will explore firsthand accounts, primary documents, and diverse viewpoints. They will examine the experiences of Indigenous peoples, European settlers, enslaved Africans, and later generations of colonists who contributed to the shaping of early American society. By studying the lives and leadership of figures such as George Washington alongside the voices of historically marginalized communities, students will recognize that history is composed of interconnected human experiences. This approach makes the past more accessible and relevant, allowing students to see historical figures not as distant names in a textbook, but as real individuals navigating complex circumstances.\r\n\r\nThe project also encourages critical thinking by prompting students to analyze how different groups experienced the same events in contrasting ways. Colonization, for example, may be understood as opportunity and expansion from one perspective, while representing displacement, resistance, and cultural disruption from another. Exploring these varied lenses helps students develop empathy and a more nuanced understanding of cause and effect. As they consider how laws, policies, and social movements influenced the formation of a new nation, students will begin to recognize patterns that persist in contemporary society. This deeper level of analysis fosters historical literacy and equips students with the ability to interpret current events within a broader historical framework.\r\n\r\nFor students from diverse backgrounds, the project offers meaningful opportunities for personal connection. By examining how migration, cultural exchange, conflict, and cooperation shaped North America, students can identify parallels between historical experiences and their own family histories or community narratives. Understanding colonization and the founding of a new nation becomes more than an academic exercise; it becomes a way to reflect on identity, belonging, and civic responsibility. Students will explore how the ideals expressed in founding documents—such as liberty, equality, and self-governance—have been interpreted, challenged, and expanded over time. In doing so, they will see how historical struggles for rights and representation continue to influence present-day conversations about justice and opportunity.\r\n\r\nAnother significant impact of this project is its focus on agency and change. Students will learn that history is shaped by individuals and collective action. By examining pivotal moments—such as revolutionary movements, constitutional debates, and social reforms—they will see how ideas transform into action and how action leads to lasting change. This understanding empowers students to recognize their own potential role in shaping the future. When learners understand that the world they inhabit was built through the decisions, sacrifices, and advocacy of those who came before them, they are more likely to see themselves as active participants in civic life rather than passive observers.\r\n\r\nThe project also strengthens essential academic skills. Through analysis of primary and secondary sources, students will practice evaluating evidence, identifying bias, and constructing informed arguments. Engaging with multiple historical interpretations fosters intellectual curiosity and respectful dialogue. Collaborative discussions encourage students to listen to differing viewpoints and articulate their own perspectives thoughtfully. These skills extend beyond the history classroom, preparing students for responsible citizenship, higher education, and informed participation in a democratic society.\r\n\r\nUltimately, the lasting impact of this project lies in its ability to make history meaningful and transformative. By exploring North America's development from European arrival through the birth of a nation, students gain not only knowledge of past events but also insight into the foundations of contemporary society. They come to understand that the legacies of colonization, revolution, and nation-building continue to shape political structures, cultural identities, and social dynamics today. Through authentic stories, diverse perspectives, and critical inquiry, students will see history unfold as a living narrative—one that informs their present and influences their future.","fullyFundedDate":1758833018377,"projectUrl":"project/stories-of-the-past/9428762/","projectTitle":"Stories of the Past","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Finley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp152962_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598555304971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsfinley"},{"teacherId":394365,"projectId":9546974,"letterContent":"When I introduced our new materials to my students, their eyes lit up with excitement! The hand2mind Elkonin Magnetic Answer Boards have made it fun to segment words into sounds and have helped my students with their blending. I watched as they proudly moved the magnetic pieces to match each sound. It was such a rewarding moment to see their confidence grow right before my eyes.\r\n\r\nMy students love working with the Happymate LCD Writing Tablets. It has brought a new dimension to letter and word writing. I keep finding more ways to use our LCD writing tablets in my small groups. They are a great way to reinforce the reading skills of my Kindergarten through 5th grade students. \r\n\r\nThe Expo Dry Erase Low Odor Markers and Scribbledo 30-pack dry erase erasers have been great because my students love using them to write letters, words, and sentences on my dry erase table. One recent project involved creating \"word chains,\" where students wrote a word, changed one letter to make a new word, and read the chain aloud. The students were fully engaged, and many were excited to share their chains with the class.\r\n\r\nThe next step for my students is to continue using these tools to strengthen their phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary and fluency. With these resources, I know my students will continue to grow as confident readers and writers, building the foundational skills they need to succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for your thoughtful contribution. 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