{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bloomington Hills Early Childhood","outOfStateSupporters":31.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4498367,"projectId":9067652,"letterContent":"Our \"Adopt-a-Pet Day\" party was a huge success! Students and their families came together to celebrate and each child had the chance to pick out a plush pet, make a collar, and even give it a name. It was such a fun and exciting experience for everyone!\r\n\r\nSince the party, many students have shared how much they love having their pets at home. Parents have sent me photos of their children cuddling their new pets, and it's clear that these stuffed animals have become a special reminder of their time in preschool. The pets have provided comfort and joy, and it's heartwarming to see how much they mean to the children and their families.\r\n\r\nThe party was a wonderful way to wrap up the school year, and I'm so grateful for the support that made it possible. These pets will always be a cherished part of their preschool memories.","fullyFundedDate":1738192370928,"projectUrl":"project/adopt-a-pet-day-comfort-and-memories-fo/9067652/","projectTitle":"Adopt-a-Pet Day: Comfort and Memories for Preschoolers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4498367_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632526427124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4498367"},{"teacherId":4498367,"projectId":9029241,"letterContent":"Wow—thank you so much for supporting our project! Because of your generosity, our school library now has a fun new collection of Creative Tonies and inspiring books that our students are already loving.\r\n\r\nThe Tonies have been a total hit! The kids are so excited to hear stories come to life through these little audio characters. We've even started recording our own stories and songs, which makes it extra special for them. It's such a fun way for students to connect with books and storytelling—especially for those who might not always be drawn to reading in the traditional way.\r\n\r\nAnd the books you helped us get? They're beautiful—\"I Wish You More,\" \"The Magical Yet,\" and \"What the Road Said\" have quickly become favorites. They've sparked meaningful conversations and inspired our students to dream big, keep trying, and think about the world in new ways.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our library feels even more like a place where reading is joyful, creative, and for everyone. Your support has made a real impact, and we're so grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping us bring more magic to our space!","fullyFundedDate":1736979933560,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-tonies-and-books-a-magical/9029241/","projectTitle":"Interactive Tonies and Books: A Magical Reading Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4498367_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632526427124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4498367"},{"teacherId":4498367,"projectId":8915965,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project and helping us get bingo daubers into the hands of each of our students! Your generosity has already started making a difference in how our kids approach learning at home.\r\n\r\nThese colorful, fun tools have turned what might feel like \"just more schoolwork\" into something exciting and hands-on. Our students light up when they get to use their daubers—they're more focused, more engaged, and genuinely excited to complete their practice sheets. It's been so rewarding to see them gaining confidence while working on their monthly standards in a way that feels like play.\r\n\r\nHaving these tools at home also gives families an easy, enjoyable way to support their child's learning. It's made at-home practice feel more accessible and less stressful for everyone involved. That kind of support outside the classroom is so important for building strong foundations and lasting learning habits.\r\n\r\nOur students are amazing—they show up every day full of energy, curiosity, and determination. Thank you for helping us nurture that love of learning and making it fun along the way. We truly appreciate your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1736367797798,"projectUrl":"project/daubing-our-way-to-mastery/8915965/","projectTitle":"Daubing Our Way to Mastery","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4498367_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632526427124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4498367"},{"teacherId":4498367,"projectId":8908240,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project and helping bring Creative Tonies into our classroom! I feel so lucky to work with a group of preschoolers who are curious, imaginative, and full of energy—and these Tonies have been the perfect addition to fuel that excitement.\r\n\r\nSince introducing the Tonies, I've seen so much growth in my students' language development and creativity. They've been using the characters to dive into storytelling, music, and pretend play in ways that feel totally natural and fun for them. It's been amazing to watch them gather around the Toniebox, listen intently, and then jump into conversations or play based on what they heard. For some of my quieter students, the Tonies have even become a bridge to help them join in with their peers and express themselves more confidently.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our classroom is now filled with even more laughter, storytelling, and meaningful moments. You've helped create an environment where students feel inspired to share their voices, connect with others, and fall in love with learning through music and imagination. Your generosity has made a lasting impact, and we're all so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1735615269437,"projectUrl":"project/tonies-for-tiny-tots-sparking-imaginati/8908240/","projectTitle":"Tonies for Tiny Tots: Sparking Imagination in Preschool!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4498367_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632526427124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4498367"},{"teacherId":4498367,"projectId":7448900,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! We're so excited and grateful that our project was fully funded—because of you, our learning space just got a big upgrade.\r\n\r\nOur classroom is all about helping students build life skills and social skills through play, and the items you helped provide are already making a huge difference. The pretend play and sensory toys have brought so much joy and new learning opportunities into our room. Whether they're using the counting bears, exploring with magnifiers, or dancing along with the sloth toy, my students are growing their social skills, communication, and fine motor skills without even realizing they're learning—because they're having so much fun.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible. Your generosity means so much to me and my students. You've made a real impact on their growth, and we're so lucky to have had your support!","fullyFundedDate":1689612676995,"projectUrl":"project/make-our-day-toy-tastic/7448900/","projectTitle":"Make Our Day Toy-tastic","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4498367_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632526427124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4498367"},{"teacherId":4498367,"projectId":7043027,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Because of your generous donations, we were able to purchase sensory wall panels, engaging learning toys, laminating supplies, and a vacuum cleaner—all of which are already making a difference every day.\r\n\r\nMy students are an energetic and curious group of preschoolers, many of whom have sensory needs that are an important part of their daily experience. The new wall-mounted activity panels and learning toys have given them fun, hands-on ways to meet those needs while building skills like counting, color recognition, and shape matching. These materials help my students feel more comfortable and focused, allowing them to better engage with their peers and learning activities.\r\n\r\nBehind the scenes, the vacuum has been a huge help in keeping our space clean and safe. A preschool classroom can get messy fast, and having a quick, reliable way to tidy up means I can spend more time where it matters—interacting and playing with my students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible. Your support truly helps create a classroom where all students can learn, play, and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1669782648140,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-engagment/7043027/","projectTitle":"Sensory Engagment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4498367_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632526427124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4498367"},{"teacherId":4498367,"projectId":6243189,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of our classroom! Your generosity has allowed us to receive laminating pouches and adhesive dots that are already being put to great use.\r\n\r\nThese materials are helping me create individualized resources that match each student's needs. I've been able to make interactive books, social stories, academic tools like name-matching boards, and tactile materials that help students engage more meaningfully with their learning. For many of my students, hands-on, visual tools are essential, and having these supplies on hand makes it easier to provide what they need right when they need it.\r\n\r\nThese materials are also supporting families at home. I've been able to send home communication visuals, behavior supports, daily schedules, and other tools that help students stay on track and feel supported outside of school. The velcro dots are perfect for making these items interactive and durable, and the lamination ensures they last through daily use.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping make this possible. Your support is helping my students in meaningful, everyday ways, both at school and at home.","fullyFundedDate":1646188415561,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-books/6243189/","projectTitle":"Interactive Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4498367_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632526427124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4498367"},{"teacherId":4498367,"projectId":6214314,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your donations, we were able to get new pretend play materials and clear storage bins that are already being used and enjoyed by my students every day.\r\n\r\nMany of my students are on the Autism spectrum and explore the world in unique and sensory-based ways. These new toys, like the baby dolls, farm sets, and play food, give them more opportunities to engage in pretend play, which helps build important social and life skills in a fun and natural way.\r\n\r\nThe clear storage drawers have also made a big difference. Now, students can easily see and choose what they want to play with. This is especially helpful for my non-verbal students, who can now better express their preferences and access more materials on their own.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom and helping create a space where students can learn through play and exploration. We truly appreciate it.","fullyFundedDate":1645565994044,"projectUrl":"project/pretend-play/6214314/","projectTitle":"Pretend Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4498367_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632526427124","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4498367"},{"teacherId":7238513,"projectId":5102872,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful and generous contribution. Because of your support, our preschool students with special needs now have access to materials that help them learn one of the most important skills in early childhood — taking turns with their peers.\r\n\r\nThese materials have been a wonderful addition to our classroom. They offer our students fun and engaging ways to practice waiting, sharing, and interacting with others — skills that can be incredibly challenging but are so essential for building friendships and participating in group activities. We've already seen moments of joy, connection, and progress that wouldn't have been possible without the tools you've helped provide.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a real difference in our classroom and in the lives of our students. Thank you for believing in inclusive education and for helping us create a learning environment where every child has the opportunity to grow, play, and connect.","fullyFundedDate":1606141525247,"projectUrl":"project/your-turn-my-turn-how-can-you-help/5102872/","projectTitle":"Your Turn, My Turn! How Can You Help?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Penny","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7238513_orig.jpg?crop=1352,1352,x0,y220&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747839440980","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7238513"},{"teacherId":8308147,"projectId":7539735,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the wiggle cars!\r\n\r\nThey have made such a positive impact on my preschool students. The wiggle cars give the children a fun and safe way to release their energy, build coordination, and practice taking turns. I've seen them grow in confidence, teamwork, and balance while riding — and most importantly, they're having so much fun! These simple moments of play have helped my students refocus and return to learning with big smiles. Thank you for providing something that brings joy and growth to our classroom every day.","fullyFundedDate":1691022860824,"projectUrl":"project/movers-and-shakers/7539735/","projectTitle":"Movers and Shakers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8308147_orig.jpg?crop=1013,1013,x0,y665&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643742059427","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8308147"},{"teacherId":7238513,"projectId":4934504,"letterContent":"Thank you, thank you, thank you!\r\n\r\nOur students have absolutely loved using these sensory materials. They enjoy exploring and playing with them each day, and we've seen such a positive difference in their engagement. These materials have been especially beneficial for our students with multiple disabilities — enhancing not only their learning experiences but also helping them connect more with their environment and the world around them.\r\n\r\nIn our preschool life skills classroom, sensory play is such an important part of how our students learn and grow. These materials have supported our goals in areas like communication, self-regulation, social interaction, and cognitive development. We've seen more smiles, more interaction, and more moments of connection thanks to these resources.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support in helping us create a classroom that is both enriching and accessible for all of our learners. 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