{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Whittier Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9678336,"projectId":9151535,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books to our special education classroom. Your kindness has brought excitement and joy to our students. Each new book opens a door to learning, imagination, and discovery — and your support helps make that possible every single day.\r\n\r\nOur students love exploring new stories, looking at pictures, and sharing what they've read with their classmates. Your donation gives them more opportunities to build their reading skills, expand their vocabulary, and develop a lifelong love of books.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and belief in the importance of literacy for all children. Your contribution makes a real difference in the lives of our students and helps create a positive, engaging learning environment where they can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1742919544314,"projectUrl":"project/little-supplies-for-big-brains/9151535/","projectTitle":"Little Supplies for Big Brains!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9678336"},{"teacherId":9678336,"projectId":9005733,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of books to our special education classroom. Your kindness has brought excitement and joy to our students. Each new book opens a door to learning, imagination, and discovery — and your support helps make that possible every single day.\r\n\r\nOur students love exploring new stories, looking at pictures, and sharing what they've read with their classmates. Your donation gives them more opportunities to build their reading skills, expand their vocabulary, and develop a lifelong love of books.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your generosity and belief in the importance of literacy for all children. Your contribution makes a real difference in the lives of our students and helps create a positive, engaging learning environment where they can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1744232336459,"projectUrl":"project/leveling-the-field-one-book-at-a-time/9005733/","projectTitle":"Leveling the Field, One Book at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9678336"},{"teacherId":129500,"projectId":8970933,"letterContent":"I am truly grateful for your kindness and generosity in supporting our classroom. Your donations for snacks have made such a positive impact on our students' daily experiences. It's incredible how something as simple as a snack can fuel not only their bodies but also their minds, helping them stay focused and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour support has made our classroom a place where students feel cared for and supported, where hunger is never a distraction, and where learning can flourish. The kids light up when they see the snacks available—they feel valued and encouraged to do their best.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the importance of nurturing both the academic and personal well-being of our students. Your kindness truly makes a difference, and we are so fortunate to have such thoughtful and caring supporters.","fullyFundedDate":1741099900878,"projectUrl":"project/feed-the-mind-fuel-the-day/8970933/","projectTitle":"Feed the Mind, Fuel the Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp129500_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669331683194","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-karanikolas"},{"teacherId":129500,"projectId":9013035,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our elementary school. Because of your kindness, we now have crucial books that will inspire, educate, and open doors to new worlds for our young readers.\r\n\r\nYour support means more than just books on a shelf—it means eager minds discovering the joy of reading, students building confidence in their literacy skills, and a classroom filled with curiosity and excitement. Seeing the smiles on their faces as they dive into these stories is a reminder of how much your generosity matters.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in the future of our children. Your kindness and commitment to education are truly making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1735108846145,"projectUrl":"project/you-can-be-the-plot-twist-these-kids-nee/9013035/","projectTitle":"You Can Be the Plot Twist These Kids Need","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. K","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp129500_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1669331683194","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-karanikolas"},{"teacherId":129500,"projectId":8842441,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our elementary school. 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Seeing their excitement and teamwork while sitting on the rug is a reminder of how meaningful this space has become for them.\r\n\r\nIt also plays a vital role in our technology-based activities. During recess or independent learning time, students bring their computers to the rug, where they work on educational games, coding challenges, and research projects. The rug provides a comfortable and organized area where students can collaborate on digital tasks or explore new skills independently. It has truly enhanced their engagement and productivity during these moments.\r\n\r\nFor reading, the rug has become a favorite spot. Students stretch out with their books during silent reading time, finding comfort and focus in this cozy area. Whether they are practicing fluency, building comprehension, or simply enjoying a good story, the rug makes reading feel special. 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