{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":31.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":542757,"projectId":10242696,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Thanks to you, my students now have the Word Origins curriculum from UFLI (University of Florida Literacy Institute) for grades 3-5, and it is already making a powerful impact on their literacy development.\r\n\r\nThese materials are helping my students unlock the fascinating world of word origins and morphology. They're learning how words are built from roots, prefixes, and suffixes, which is dramatically improving their reading comprehension, vocabulary, and spelling skills. Watching students make connections between word parts and discover that they can decode unfamiliar words using these strategies has been truly rewarding.\r\n\r\nThe UFLI Word Origins curriculum provides the systematic, explicit instruction my students need to become confident, strategic readers and writers. Understanding how words work gives them tools they'll use for a lifetime—not just in reading class, but across all subjects as they encounter increasingly complex academic vocabulary.\r\n\r\nYour support has given my students the gift of literacy skills that will open doors throughout their education and beyond. Thank you for believing in them and investing in their future success.","fullyFundedDate":1777979548332,"projectUrl":"project/word-origins-ufli-for-grades-3-5/10242696/","projectTitle":"Word Origins (UFLI for grades 3-5)","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp542757_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547156303237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mjankowski"},{"teacherId":542757,"projectId":10116798,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your amazing generosity! Thanks to you, my classroom now has an interactive monitor that is transforming our small group lessons every single day.\r\n\r\nThis interactive monitor has become the centerpiece of our small group instruction. Students are more engaged and excited to learn as they interact directly with lessons, manipulate digital objects, and collaborate with their peers. The hands-on, visual learning experiences have made complex concepts easier to understand and have given my students new ways to demonstrate their learning.\r\n\r\nWhether we're working on math problem-solving, reading comprehension strategies, or building foundational skills, the interactive monitor allows me to differentiate instruction and meet each student exactly where they are. The ability to display, annotate, and interact with content in real-time has made our small group time more effective and engaging than ever before.\r\n\r\nYour support has given my students access to technology that makes learning dynamic, interactive, and fun. You've made a lasting impact on their education, and I am so grateful for your belief in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1776094818449,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-lesson-monitor/10116798/","projectTitle":"Interactive lesson Monitor","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp542757_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547156303237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mjankowski"},{"teacherId":542757,"projectId":10002310,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Thanks to you, my ESE students now have decodable chapter books that are perfectly suited to their reading levels and needs.\r\n\r\nThese books are making a tremendous difference in our classroom. My students are building confidence as readers, experiencing the joy of independently reading entire chapter books, and developing essential decoding skills. The look of pride on their faces when they finish a book they can truly read on their own is absolutely priceless.\r\n\r\nFor students who have struggled with reading, having access to engaging, appropriately leveled texts is life-changing. These decodable chapter books provide the practice and success they need to grow as readers while enjoying exciting stories. You've given them not just books, but the gift of believing in themselves as capable readers.\r\n\r\nYour support means the world to my students and to me. Thank you for investing in their literacy journey and helping them discover that reading can be both achievable and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nWith deepest gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1773856963325,"projectUrl":"project/interesting-decodable-chapter-books/10002310/","projectTitle":"Interesting Decodable Chapter Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp542757_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547156303237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mjankowski"},{"teacherId":542757,"projectId":10187071,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our classroom dream a reality! Thanks to your kindness, our students now have Botley mats, Botley construction sets, and cases to explore the exciting world of coding and robotics.\r\n\r\nThese hands-on materials are already sparking curiosity and creativity in our classroom. Students are learning foundational coding concepts, problem-solving skills, and computational thinking while having fun with Botley. The construction sets allow them to build custom courses and challenges, and the cases ensure everything stays organized and protected for years of learning ahead.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students tools that will help them develop critical 21st-century skills. Watching their faces light up as they program Botley to navigate obstacles and complete challenges is priceless. You've made a lasting impact on their education, and for that, we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their future!","fullyFundedDate":1785161169170,"projectUrl":"project/botley-coding-bots/10187071/","projectTitle":"Botley Coding Bots","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp542757_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547156303237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mjankowski"},{"teacherId":2482417,"projectId":9315341,"letterContent":"Thank you for your wonderful gift of books to our classroom. Your generosity has opened new doors for my students, inviting them into worlds of imagination, knowledge, and discovery.\r\n\r\nEach book you've provided is more than just pages and words—it's an opportunity for a child to develop a love of reading, to see themselves reflected in stories, and to better understand others. Already, I can see the excitement as students eagerly choose books, share stories, and grow more confident in their reading.\r\n\r\nYour support helps to create a classroom where curiosity thrives, and every student has access to meaningful learning experiences. I am truly grateful for your investment in my students' growth and future.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a positive difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746787155461,"projectUrl":"project/first-chapter-friday/9315341/","projectTitle":"First Chapter Friday","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wesley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2482417_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753138570365","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/traceywesley"},{"teacherId":542757,"projectId":9953418,"letterContent":"On behalf of my third and fourth grade English Language Learner (ELL) students, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of decodable chapter books.\r\n\r\nYour gift arrived at exactly the right moment. These carefully leveled books are already making a tremendous difference in our classroom. My students are building confidence as they tackle stories that match their reading level while reinforcing the phonics and decoding strategies we've been practicing together.\r\n\r\nWhat makes this donation especially meaningful is seeing my students' faces light up when they realize they can actually read a whole chapter book. For many ELL learners, that moment of success is transformative. These books are giving them the independence and joy that comes from reading real stories—not just worksheets or isolated sentences.\r\n\r\nEvery day, I watch my students eagerly grab these books during independent reading time. They're practicing fluency, building vocabulary, and most importantly, discovering that reading can be fun and achievable.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their literacy journey. Your support is making a real, measurable impact on their growth as readers.","fullyFundedDate":1765811788513,"projectUrl":"project/decodable-chapter-books/9953418/","projectTitle":"Decodable Chapter Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp542757_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547156303237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mjankowski"},{"teacherId":542757,"projectId":9936432,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution to my classroom project: Mid-Year Party Supplies—Popcorn Maker, Toppings, and Snacks.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a meaningful difference in my students' lives. The popcorn maker and supplies have brought so much joy and excitement to our classroom! We recently hosted a mid-year celebration, and the students were thrilled to enjoy fresh popcorn together. Beyond just the fun, this experience strengthened our classroom community and gave us a well-deserved break to celebrate our progress so far this year.\r\n\r\nYour support doesn't just provide materials—it shows our students that people in the community care about their education and well-being. That message of support is invaluable.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and our classroom. Your generosity will be remembered every time we gather together!\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1764805217555,"projectUrl":"project/mid-year-celebration/9936432/","projectTitle":"Mid-Year Celebration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp542757_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547156303237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mjankowski"},{"teacherId":542757,"projectId":9936064,"letterContent":"I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation to my DonorsChoose project: Small Group Activities for 3–5th Grade Reading and Math Materials.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has made a meaningful difference in my classroom. With your support, my students now have access to high-quality, engaging resources that allow me to provide targeted, small-group instruction tailored to their individual learning needs.\r\n\r\nThese materials have already transformed how I teach reading and math. Students are more motivated, more confident, and better able to practice skills at their own pace. Whether it's guided reading sets, manipulatives for math concepts, or interactive learning tools, every item you funded is being used daily to help my students succeed.\r\n\r\nYour investment in education doesn't just impact my classroom—it ripples through the lives of every student who benefits from these resources. Thank you for believing in the power of education and for supporting our learners.","fullyFundedDate":1764638793578,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-activities/9936064/","projectTitle":"Small Group Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp542757_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547156303237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mjankowski"},{"teacherId":2452382,"projectId":9793232,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our project. Because of your support, my students are getting closer to something very special—new books for our school community.\r\n\r\nRight now, my students are working together to make bracelets that will be sold to help raise money for books. This project has become more than just a fundraiser. It's teaching them creativity, teamwork, responsibility, and the joy of working toward a shared goal. They are incredibly proud of what they are creating, and they are even more excited knowing that their hard work, combined with your generosity, will help bring new books into the hands of other children. \r\n\r\nYour donation has shown my students that there are people outside our school who believe in them and care about their learning. That encouragement means more than you know. Because of you, my students are motivated, inspired, eager to help others. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and to help make reading more accessible and exciting for the students in our school. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1761939094458,"projectUrl":"project/bracelets-for-books/9793232/","projectTitle":"Bracelets for Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Quinn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2452382_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588101437443","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-j-quinn"},{"teacherId":7250983,"projectId":9716400,"letterContent":"It is with tremendous gratitude and appreciation that I submit this impact letter for your kindness and generosity toward our STEAM materials project. \r\n\r\nThe Arrival: The day the boxes arrived, my students were ecstatic. One student, who is extremely interested in science kept asking when we were going to use our new materials.\r\n\r\nThe Impact: Since receiving the materials we have been able to successfully raise a set of ladybugs and dissect the owl pellets. We use the playdoh daily and students are always asking to use the microscope for items they find around the playground. We are waiting until spring to raise caterpillars. \r\n\r\nFor many of my students, these tools are not available to them outside of classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1763594813612,"projectUrl":"project/enriching-steam-learning-in-the-classroo/9716400/","projectTitle":"Enriching STEAM Learning in the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cimaglia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7250983_orig.png?crop=691,691,x169,y147&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704832448671","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-cimaglia"},{"teacherId":542757,"projectId":9703629,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our DonorsChoose project for math small‑group materials. Your generosity gives our students hands‑on tools and focused resources that make math concepts clearer and learning more engaging. With the new materials—[e.g., math manipulatives, strategy cards, small whiteboards, number tiles]—I can run targeted small groups that meet students where they are and help them build confidence and stronger problem‑solving skills.\r\n\r\nAlready, I've seen students stay more engaged, explain their thinking more clearly, and celebrate small successes they might have missed before. Your support is directly helping them grow their math fluency and confidence.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your investment in our classroom and our learners' futures.","fullyFundedDate":1758117771493,"projectUrl":"project/math-small-group/9703629/","projectTitle":"Math Small Group","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp542757_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547156303237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mjankowski"},{"teacherId":542757,"projectId":9537552,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding the small-group materials we requested on DonorsChoose. Your generosity is already making a meaningful difference in our classroom. Because of your support, I can provide targeted, hands-on instruction to students who benefit from more focused learning time. These resources—[briefly name key items, e.g., guided-reader sets, manipulatives, headphones]—help students build confidence, deepen skills, and stay engaged in ways whole-class materials can't always achieve.\r\n\r\nSeeing students work together in small groups, using materials you provided, has been a joy. I've already noticed increased participation, stronger reading/math strategies, and students celebrating small wins they might have missed before. Your gift is an investment in their growth and future success.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our learners and helping create a classroom where every student has what they need to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1757548698345,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-essentials-for-an-exciting-y/9537552/","projectTitle":"Small Group Essentials for an Exciting Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. J.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp542757_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547156303237","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mjankowski"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_67206","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":783,"numTeachers":49,"percentFrplEligible":84,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":43,"percentWhite":21,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":22,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":8,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"16.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":68.8,"schoolId":67206,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Twin Lakes Academy Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/duval-county-public-schools/twin-lakes-academy-elementary-school/67206"}