{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Truman Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":46.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8446724,"projectId":10169318,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation and for giving our students the opportunity to explore STEM projects and the exciting world of science. Your support allows students to learn through hands-on experiences, ask questions, solve problems, and discover new interests. These opportunities help make learning meaningful and encourage students to think creatively and develop important skills for their future.\r\nYour kindness and investment in our students make a lasting difference. By supporting STEM education, you are helping students build confidence, explore their curiosity, and see the many possibilities that science and technology can offer. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for believing in the potential of our students. Thank you for helping inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators!","fullyFundedDate":1776698497006,"projectUrl":"project/stem-with-explosive-gross-science/10169318/","projectTitle":"STEM with Explosive, Gross Science!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Howarth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8446724"},{"teacherId":8429695,"projectId":10220470,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our classroom. My students were beyond excited to see all the new stem bins! They have enjoyed working individually and as groups to create new projects. There is nothing better than seeing the joy on their faces when they complete a project. The self confidence it brings them is amazing. My students have learned to create things based off of a design. However, they have also learned to build their own designs and share that with others. It has been so fun to watch. Thank you for being apart of their educational journey!","fullyFundedDate":1777991293074,"projectUrl":"project/stem-challenges/10220470/","projectTitle":"STEM Challenges","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Scotten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8429695"},{"teacherId":10508143,"projectId":10282585,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom and my students! I am incredibly grateful for your willingness to provide supplies that will make such a meaningful difference in our learning experiences throughout the school year. As a fifth-grade teacher, I know how important it is to give students opportunities to do more than simply read from a textbook or listen to a lesson. Students learn best when they are able to explore, create, experiment, collaborate, and discover new ideas for themselves. Your donation will help make those opportunities possible.\r\n\r\nThe supplies you have provided will support so much hands-on learning in our classroom. In science, students will be able to use materials to observe, investigate, model, and test their ideas. Hands-on experiences allow students to see science concepts come to life rather than just learning about them on paper. Whether we are exploring properties of matter, investigating physical and chemical changes, studying ecosystems, or learning about energy, having the proper materials makes learning more engaging and meaningful.\r\n\r\nThese supplies will also support learning in math and other subject areas. Fifth graders benefit from being able to use manipulatives, models, games, and other interactive materials to help make challenging concepts easier to understand. When students can physically work with a concept, talk about their thinking, and learn alongside their classmates, they are more likely to build confidence and develop a deeper understanding. Your generosity will help me create lessons where students are active participants in their learning.\r\n\r\nI am especially excited about the opportunities these supplies will provide for students who may struggle with traditional learning methods. Not every child learns in the same way, and hands-on activities can give students another way to access and demonstrate their understanding. These experiences can encourage students who may not always feel successful in school to take risks, ask questions, and discover that they are capable of doing challenging things.\r\n\r\nYour donation is more than just classroom supplies. It is an investment in my students and in their education. It gives me additional tools to create engaging lessons and gives my students opportunities to learn through exploration and experience. It helps create a classroom where curiosity is encouraged, mistakes are viewed as part of learning, and students are excited to participate.\r\n\r\nI am truly thankful for your generosity and for believing in the importance of providing students with meaningful learning experiences. Because of your support, my students will have more opportunities to learn by doing, work together, and make connections between what they learn in the classroom and the world around them. Your kindness will have an impact far beyond a single lesson—it will help create memorable learning experiences that my students can carry with them throughout their education.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping make our classroom a place where students can explore, discover, and grow. Your support means more than you know!","fullyFundedDate":1779106503264,"projectUrl":"project/5th-grade-stemscience-fair-supplies/10282585/","projectTitle":"5th Grade STEM/Science Fair Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gash","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10508143_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778505808048","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10508143"},{"teacherId":2555151,"projectId":10240886,"letterContent":"First of all I want to tell you that I really appreciate your help in allowing our students to learn, focus, and thrive! Your support has been very generous! Your donation has helped create a classroom where students can feel comfortable, stay focused, and have their individual sensory needs met throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nThe wobble stools and wobble cushions give students the opportunity to move while they work, while the foot sensory cushions and chair bands provide quiet ways for busy feet to stay active. Our soft green cushions have created comfortable spaces for students who need a calm place to work or take a sensory break. The large dividers have also been incredibly helpful for students who need fewer visual distractions and a quieter space to concentrate - we use this a lot in the \"pod\" area!\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, movement and sensory support aren't simply \"extras\"—they can make a tremendous difference in their ability to regulate their bodies, attend to instruction, complete their work, and feel successful at school.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these materials allow us to meet students where they are. Instead of expecting every child to learn in exactly the same way, we can provide choices and supports that help each student do their very best.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students at Truman Elementary and helping us create a classroom that is welcoming, flexible, and designed for their success. Your generosity is making a difference in our classroom every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1779106806155,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calm-pod-a-quiet-space-for-f/10240886/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calm Pod: a Quiet Space for Focused Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nadja Gardner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2555151_orig.jpg?crop=444,444,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777562971615","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2555151"},{"teacherId":10488113,"projectId":10238145,"letterContent":"I am so thankful to everyone who donated to our classroom! The new resources have been a great help as my students worked on their science fair projects. They were excited to have the materials they needed to plan, test, and complete their experiments. Seeing their excitement as they explored their ideas and worked through the steps of their projects was one of my favorite parts.\r\n\r\nMy students enjoyed being able to take what they learned in science and apply it to their own projects. They worked hard to make observations, collect information, and share what they discovered. Some students were especially excited when their experiments did not go as expected because it gave them a chance to problem-solve and try again. These experiences helped them build confidence and understand that science is about asking questions, testing ideas, and learning from the results.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, my students will continue building on these skills through hands-on science activities and new classroom projects. Thank you for helping make these learning experiences possible and for giving my students the opportunity to explore, create, and learn through science!","fullyFundedDate":1777991293244,"projectUrl":"project/5th-grade-sciencestem-projects/10238145/","projectTitle":"5th Grade Science/STEM Projects","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ross","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10488113"},{"teacherId":8545473,"projectId":10236878,"letterContent":"I wanted to take time to thank you for your generous donation to provide seating to my reading groups and your willingness to support your local community and schools. However, my teaching position has changed since I requested the funding so I am no longer in need of the seating. \r\n Your generosity has not gone unnoticed and your support continues to be essential in our ability to serve children in our community. Without businesses like yourself, many children would miss out on opportunities that are proved through your willingness to support us. Thank you very much!","fullyFundedDate":1779106502868,"projectUrl":"project/reading-group-seating/10236878/","projectTitle":"Reading Group Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Deweese","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8545473"},{"teacherId":10341012,"projectId":10295304,"letterContent":"Thank you SO much for your donation! You are literally going to fuel the future for many children!! As you know, as an adult, not every child gets new school supplies for the school year. I want my classroom to be stocked and for every child's needs. I do not want them to have to worry about going without the basic school supplies. With your generous donation, you are not only helping a first-year teacher but many little lives, even if they do not appreciate it as much as I do! \r\n\r\nI know that so many students will be excited for the new crayons, pencils, markers, and headphones. They love having new items, and I will really have to enforce taking care of our materials. I know that the school supplies you purchased for me will impact hundreds of students' lives! Thank you so much for your generous donation. It truly means more to me than you could ever imagine.","fullyFundedDate":1779106503578,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-the-future-help-our-classroom-thri/10295304/","projectTitle":"Fuel the Future: Help Our Classroom Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bogardus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10341012"},{"teacherId":8545473,"projectId":10192534,"letterContent":"Thanks to you, my classroom has had some much needed replacements and updates to some very important materials. Through your generosity to your local community and school, I am able to help students be successful in the classroom. As you know, we live in a low income community. Asking parents to purchase the more expensive items (like headphones) for their child puts too much burden on some families. I am grateful that your contribution has helped ease that burden.\r\n The headphones set in my classroom have been used by countless students over the past few years. Now at the end of the third year of use, many are broken or no longer functional. As we enter into state testing time, having headphones is essential is student success.\r\n Again, we are very thankful to you for your support and the value you place on education.","fullyFundedDate":1776698080417,"projectUrl":"project/refresh-and-reset/10192534/","projectTitle":"Refresh and Reset","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Deweese","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8545473"},{"teacherId":10038142,"projectId":9446054,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in fully funding our classroom project! Because of you, our 3rd-grade classroom has been transformed into a vibrant, organized, and welcoming space where students feel inspired and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nThe new classroom decor and organizers have already made a noticeable difference. Our math, science, and social studies materials are now easily accessible, helping students stay focused and engaged. The indoor recess games have quickly become a favorite. They are not only fun, but they are also building teamwork, problem-solving skills, and positive social interaction—especially on days when we cannot go outside.\r\n\r\nThe treasure box reward items have added an extra layer of motivation and excitement. My students are working hard, showing kindness, and taking pride in their academic progress. Seeing their faces light up when they earn a reward is a wonderful reminder of how meaningful your support truly is.\r\n\r\nMany of my students come from families facing financial challenges, and your generosity ensures they have access to the resources they deserve. You have helped create an environment where they feel supported, valued, and encouraged to succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and in the future of our students. Your kindness is making a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1760447428114,"projectUrl":"project/ready-to-learn-organizing-and-inspiring/9446054/","projectTitle":"Ready to Learn! 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