{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Whitley City Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":46.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9094690,"projectId":10513018,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for investing in our third-grade math classroom! Thanks to your support, my students now have composition notebooks dedicated specifically to math. These notebooks give students a place to record notes, show their work, solve problems, and keep important math strategies organized. My students were excited to have their own notebooks and are learning how to use them as a helpful tool throughout our daily math lessons.\r\n\r\nWe use our math notebooks to practice new skills, work through problems step by step, and review concepts we have learned. As we continue learning multiplication, division, and other third-grade math standards, students will be able to look back at their notes and examples to build confidence and become more independent learners. These notebooks will serve as a valuable resource throughout the school year as students continue to strengthen their math skills and work toward their goals.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping provide these essential classroom supplies! Something as simple as a notebook can make a big difference by giving students the tools they need to stay organized, practice their skills, and take pride in their learning. Your generosity helps make our classroom a place where every student has the opportunity to learn and succeed, and we are truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1788458248592,"projectUrl":"project/help-give-my-students-the-tools-to-succe/10513018/","projectTitle":"Help Give My Students the Tools to Succeed in Math","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9094690_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778636870870","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9094690"},{"teacherId":9632368,"projectId":8574297,"letterContent":"This project will have a meaningful impact on young children and families in our rural community by providing educational resources that may not otherwise be available in their homes. Through the Early Steps to School Success program, we are able to partner with parents and caregivers to help children develop important early literacy, numeracy, language, and fine motor skills. Having engaging, age-appropriate materials will make learning fun while helping prepare our students for a successful transition into kindergarten.\r\n\r\nMaterials such as wooden tangram pattern blocks, soft alphabet cards, and StartScan learning toys will give children opportunities to learn through hands-on play. Pattern blocks will help students recognize shapes, develop problem-solving skills, and strengthen fine motor coordination. Alphabet cards will support letter recognition and early literacy skills, while StartScan toys will help build vocabulary, picture recognition, and language development.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, this project will help give our students a stronger foundation for future learning. By providing families with additional tools and resources, we can encourage learning beyond our visits and help parents become active partners in their child's education. Your support will help ensure that children in our community have access to engaging learning experiences that build confidence, encourage curiosity, and help them enter school ready to learn and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1723174323879,"projectUrl":"project/entering-kindergarten-ready-to-succeed/8574297/","projectTitle":"Entering Kindergarten Ready to Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lydia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9632368_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787846644040","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9632368"},{"teacherId":9145766,"projectId":9426135,"letterContent":"A classroom carpet might seem like a simple piece of furniture, but in a first-grade classroom, it is truly the heart of the learning environment. For six- and seven-year-olds who are still developing physical self-regulation, attention spans, and social skills, a carpet changes how the entire day feels and functions.\r\nHere is how that gift likely made a big difference for your students last year:\r\n1. Created a Dedicated Community Hub\r\nFirst graders thrive on routine and belonging. The carpet provided a clear, designated spot where the whole class could gather at eye level for Morning Meetings, read-alouds, and mini-lessons. It turned direct instruction into a shared, intimate community experience rather than students just listening from isolated desks.\r\n2. Provided Clear Personal Boundaries & Focus\r\nAt this age, spatial awareness is still a work in progress. Having defined squares, colors, or visual boundaries on a rug gives each child a tangible \"home base.\" This subtle structure helps minimize accidental bumping, fidgeting, and territorial disagreements, allowing students to focus their energy on listening and learning.\r\n3. Enabled Comfortable & Flexible Learning\r\nFirst graders are active learners who need to move and shift positions throughout the day. Hard tile floors make floor work uncomfortable very quickly. A soft carpet gave them a warm, cozy surface for:\r\n Partner reading and buddy activities\r\n Hands-on math centers with manipulatives\r\n Quiet independent work with clipboards\r\n4. Anchored Classroom Transitions\r\nSmooth transitions keep momentum going and preserve instructional time. 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