{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Westport Academy Elementary - Middle School 225","outOfStateSupporters":47.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10480589,"projectId":10200561,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our entire classroom community, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our project, \"Full Hearts, Full Tummies, Ready to Learn.\" Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students, and we are incredibly thankful for your willingness to invest in their well-being and education.\r\nThe resources provided through your donations have had an immediate and positive impact on our classroom. Many of our students arrive at school each day eager to learn, but we know that children learn best when their basic needs are met. Because of your generosity, we have been able to provide snacks and nutritional support that help students stay focused, energized, and ready to participate throughout the school day. The availability of these resources has created a more supportive and comfortable learning environment where students can concentrate on lessons rather than hunger.\r\nWhen the students first saw the new supplies and learned that there would be healthy snacks available to support them throughout the day, their faces lit up with excitement. They were genuinely grateful and eager to explore the materials and opportunities made possible through your donations. Several students expressed how happy they were to know that they would have something to eat if they became hungry during the school day. For young children, knowing that their needs are being cared for provides a sense of security that helps them feel more confident and engaged in the classroom.\r\nOne particularly memorable moment occurred during our literacy and small-group learning activities. Students were able to remain focused and actively participate in discussions, guided reading, and hands-on learning experiences without the distraction of hunger. We noticed increased engagement, improved attention spans, and greater enthusiasm during lessons. The snacks and resources have become an important part of our daily routine, helping students maintain the energy they need to succeed academically and socially.\r\nBeyond supporting learning, your donations have also helped foster a sense of community and care within our classroom. Students have learned valuable lessons about kindness, generosity, and the importance of helping others. They understand that there are people they may never meet who believe in them and want them to succeed. This realization has sparked meaningful conversations about gratitude and giving back to others. It has been wonderful to watch students recognize the power of compassion and how one act of generosity can positively affect many lives.\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these resources to support academic growth, social-emotional development, and student wellness. Our students will engage in literacy, mathematics, science, and collaborative learning activities with the confidence that their basic needs are being met. We are also using this opportunity to teach students about healthy choices, responsibility, and appreciation for the support they receive from others. The foundation you have helped build will continue to benefit our students as they grow and learn throughout the remainder of the school year.\r\nYour generosity has done far more than provide supplies and snacks. You have helped create an environment where students feel valued, supported, and prepared to learn. Every day, we see the positive effects of your contribution in our students' smiles, participation, confidence, and enthusiasm for learning.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for helping ensure they have the resources they need to thrive. Your support has truly touched our classroom, and we are deeply grateful for your kindness and commitment to education. The impact of your generosity will continue to be felt long after the resources have been used, and for that, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1778281826056,"projectUrl":"project/full-hearts-full-tummies-ready-to-lear/10200561/","projectTitle":"Full Hearts, Full Tummies, Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dennis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10480589"},{"teacherId":9899969,"projectId":9677281,"letterContent":"Thank you for all of the supplies that have been donated. Each of the items that were sent were used in different ways. The expo markers were used during math time and foundations when my students had to write different words & solve addition and subtraction problems. The ultimate craft box was used during art, science and valentine times day cards. \r\n When my students first saw the materials, they were excited, amused, surprised and grateful. They were excited because they for more snacks for the classroom. They were amused and grateful because they enjoy doing art. They were also grateful because baby wipes are expensive so some of my students are not able to provide their own wipes. \r\n My students are currently working on sight words and identifying letter sounds for fundations. My students are currently working on answering wh questions and sequencing activities for wit & wisdom. My students are working on addition, subtraction, identifying numbers and identifying numbers on the number line.","fullyFundedDate":1767212823856,"projectUrl":"project/westport-warriers/9677281/","projectTitle":"Westport Warriers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butcher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9899969_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757385022678","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9899969"},{"teacherId":9473111,"projectId":9977480,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Supporting Circle Time with a Clean Carpet.\" Your generosity means so much to my kindergarten students and our classroom community. Because of your support, we now have a Shark stain cleaner that helps keep our classroom carpet clean and comfortable for daily circle time.\r\nCircle time is a very important part of our day where students gather to read stories, build literacy skills, share ideas, and learn together. Having a clean carpet creates a welcoming and healthy space where my students can sit, learn, and feel proud of their classroom.\r\nYour kindness helps create a better learning environment for my students, and we are truly grateful for your support. Thank you for investing in our classroom and making a difference in the lives of young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1767353718542,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-circle-time-with-a-clean-carp/9977480/","projectTitle":"Supporting Circle Time with a Clean Carpet","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marinas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9473111_orig.jpg?crop=1069,1069,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727978319590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9473111"},{"teacherId":9473111,"projectId":9896871,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my Kindergarten students use Play-Doh daily to strengthen fine-motor skills by forming letters, numbers, and shapes during hands-on literacy and math activities. The students were excited when they first saw the Play-Doh and immediately began creating and learning together. \r\n\r\nThe cleaning wipes are an essential part of our routine, allowing students to clean their hands and tables independently, keeping our classroom safe and organized. Thank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1767214341603,"projectUrl":"project/squish-squeeze-and-calm-down/9896871/","projectTitle":"Squish, Squeeze, and Calm Down","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marinas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9473111_orig.jpg?crop=1069,1069,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727978319590","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9473111"},{"teacherId":9899969,"projectId":9066788,"letterContent":"Thank you for the materials and gifts that my students have received. I am grateful and so are my students. Each item that was sent was used in different ways. The calendar that was sent was used for our morning meeting and morning meeting activities. Their was a rack that was sent that is being used to store diapers, wipes, gloves and hand sanitizer. The baby wipes that were sent were used to assist with toileting. The different sensory items that were sent were used to help assist with a students behavior, help a student remain calm, or used as a toy for choice time. \r\n The mini fridge that was sent was used to store snacks and cold beverages for students. The different art supplies were used to complete different activities. The different snacks that were sent were used during snack time.\r\n I can't express the appreciation that I have for the different donations that were sent to my CW classroom at Westport Academy. Donors Choice has had a positive impact on my classroom and students and has made a positive chance. Donors Choice offers resources that may be hard for a lot of students to receive. 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