{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Zalma Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":33.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8529294,"projectId":9349082,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom is running smoother than ever! The new clipboards, craft trays, and bright paper have made it so much easier for my students to stay organized and engaged during hands-on lessons. The clipboards have quickly become a favorite for working around the room — whether students are writing on the carpet, during centers, or outside for a nature-themed activity.\r\n\r\nThe craft trays have been a total game changer during art and STEM projects! They keep materials contained and make cleanup a breeze (which both the students and I appreciate). The Astrobrights paper adds such a fun pop of color to our writing and art projects — the kids always reach for the \"bright paper\" first.\r\n\r\nThe glue sticks, markers, and erasers have kept us stocked and ready for learning. My students were so excited to see new supplies waiting for them — it's amazing how something as simple as a fresh set of tools can make them feel proud and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the resources they need to be creative, independent, and successful every single day. Your donation has brought color, excitement, and organization to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1752758437068,"projectUrl":"project/stocking-up-for-a-super-school-year/9349082/","projectTitle":"Stocking Up for a Super School Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gooch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8529294_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y269&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744145058915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsgooch2ndgrade"},{"teacherId":8529294,"projectId":9333374,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our elementary music program is finally coming to life! My students were so excited when they first saw the new instruments — their faces absolutely lit up! Many of them had never had the chance to hold or play a real instrument before, and the excitement in the room was contagious.\r\n\r\nWe've started introducing the beginner-friendly instruments a few at a time, and the students are having a blast exploring different sounds, rhythms, and ways to play together. Even the most hesitant learners are jumping right in — it's amazing to see how music brings everyone together!\r\n\r\nWhile we haven't had time to use all of the instruments yet, we're working our way through them as part of our new unit on keeping a steady beat and playing in ensembles. The next step is to combine several instruments to perform short rhythm patterns and songs as a group. The students are already asking, \"When can we try the next one?\"\r\n\r\nYour support has made it possible for our kids to experience hands-on, joyful learning through music — something our small school has never had before. Thank you for giving them this opportunity to create, explore, and shine!","fullyFundedDate":1752586438971,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-music-back-inspiring-young-lea/9333374/","projectTitle":"Bringing Music Back: Inspiring Young Learners Through Rhythm & Song!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gooch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8529294_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y269&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744145058915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsgooch2ndgrade"},{"teacherId":8529294,"projectId":9237910,"letterContent":"Our students have loved diving into the new books! Having fresh titles on our shelves has made independent reading and read-alouds so much more exciting. I've noticed students rushing to grab the new books during reading time, and they're eager to share their favorites with classmates.\r\n\r\nThese books are helping us build a stronger love of reading while also giving students more chances to practice fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary in ways that feel fun and engaging.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us \"turn the page\" to new adventures—your support is sparking curiosity and joy in our classroom every day!","fullyFundedDate":1746452935134,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-growing-minds/9237910/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages, Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gooch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8529294_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y269&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744145058915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsgooch2ndgrade"},{"teacherId":8529294,"projectId":9220759,"letterContent":"Our music class (grades K–3) is already seeing the impact of the new instruments you helped provide! The hand drums and rhythm sticks have been a big hit. Students are using them to keep the beat, practice rhythm patterns, and work together as a group. These instruments make lessons more hands-on and engaging, and even our youngest learners can join in right away.\r\n\r\nI've noticed that students who are usually shy in class are eager to participate when they get to play. The instruments make learning music more accessible and fun, while also building coordination, listening skills, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nWe haven't had the chance to use the steel triangles, xylophone, tambourine, maracas, egg shakers, or poster yet—but my students are already excited about them, and I know they'll add even more variety and joy to our future lessons.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the gift of music they can touch, feel, and experience together!","fullyFundedDate":1746642979494,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-music-back-inspiring-young-lea/9220759/","projectTitle":"Bringing Music Back: Inspiring Young Learners Through Rhythm & Song!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gooch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8529294_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y269&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744145058915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsgooch2ndgrade"},{"teacherId":10031033,"projectId":9341435,"letterContent":"My students are loving the new books! I've added them to our classroom library and that has become a favorite center during reading centers. I've also been loving how excited my students are about learning nonfiction text features. The new nonfiction animal books have made a typically boring subject fun and exciting for my students. My personal favorite is the new read aloud books that I have to choose from. Read alouds are such an important part of a good literacy routine. I've seen meaningful classroom discussions and ample vocabulary and comprehension activities.","fullyFundedDate":1747292828889,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-love-of-reading-with-new-book/9341435/","projectTitle":"Building a Love of Reading with New Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crosno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10031033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746923772856","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10031033"},{"teacherId":7907281,"projectId":9284030,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for kind and generous donation to our classroom. You have made it possible to bring technology into our room. These headphones are such an enrichment for our students who struggle to read. \r\n\r\nWe use these headphones for our programs online and it will read aloud to them as they follow along at their own pace. This helps them undertand the texts that their peers are reading without assistance. \r\n\r\nMany students come to our school without the items listed on the supply list at the beginning of the year and your donation has helped them be successful!","fullyFundedDate":1746643319245,"projectUrl":"project/technology-and-engaging-activities/9284030/","projectTitle":"Technology and Engaging Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bond","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7907281"},{"teacherId":7907281,"projectId":9065075,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the books! We had students who were very reluctant to read along with this book when we first started reading it. Now, they are upset when we have to put the book away and do other work! \r\n\r\nWe usually take our books and students follow along with the read aloud. We find our favorite spot on the carpet with our pillows and have reading time! Your generous donation has caused these students to want to read (some were not fans of reading until this book!)\r\n\r\nSome of the boys in the room have now started to inquire about other books in this series. I have had some girls who thought they would not enjoy this book, now tell me this is the best book ever!\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping to inspire another generation of readers! We have been blessed by your giving!","fullyFundedDate":1744236249894,"projectUrl":"project/lets-go-on-an-adventure-to-another-land/9065075/","projectTitle":"Lets Go on an Adventure to Another Land!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bond","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7907281"},{"teacherId":8529294,"projectId":9020067,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible support of our classroom reading resources! When the box arrived, my students were practically buzzing with excitement as we unpacked the new books and reading activities. The Skill Builder Reading Activity Set was an instant favorite in our literacy centers—it's been amazing to see students excited to rotate through and build their reading confidence through hands-on practice. The materials are helping us meet students right where they are and give them the boost they need.\r\n\r\nThe read-alouds you provided have already made a huge impact. The Magical Yet quickly became a class favorite, reminding us all that it's okay to not know something yet. My Mouth Is a Volcano has sparked meaningful conversations about self-control and respectful classroom behavior—my students laughed, related, and really took the message to heart. The animal books have fueled curiosity and are always the first to be grabbed during independent reading time. We've even tied them into our nonfiction writing unit, using them to practice fact-finding and sentence writing.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom is more joyful, focused, and full of meaningful learning. You've helped us build not only reading skills, but also confidence, character, and a lifelong love of books. We're so grateful for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1735322345222,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-world-of-readers-new-books-f/9020067/","projectTitle":"Building a World of Readers: New Books for Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gooch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8529294_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y269&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744145058915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsgooch2ndgrade"},{"teacherId":8529294,"projectId":8753262,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous gift that provided our classroom with a brand-new carpet! This simple addition has completely transformed our reading and learning space. The first day we unrolled it, my first graders immediately sat down, stretched out, and said, \"This is so soft!\" and \"Can we do everything on the carpet now?\" It quickly became the heart of our classroom.\r\n\r\nWe now start every day gathered on the carpet for morning meeting, read-alouds, and whole-group lessons. It gives us a cozy, defined space where students can focus and feel a sense of community. For many of my students, this carpet is the only soft, welcoming space they have to sit and learn. It helps them feel safe, calm, and ready to grow as learners.\r\n\r\nNext, we're using our carpet space for reading partnerships and small-group discussions as we build fluency and comprehension. It's also where we share our writing, solve math problems together, and celebrate learning wins. Your donation gave us more than just a carpet—it gave us a place to connect, grow, and feel proud of our classroom. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!","fullyFundedDate":1733261062106,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-cozy-classroom-a-new-carpet/8753262/","projectTitle":"Creating a Cozy Classroom: a New Carpet for First-Grade Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gooch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8529294_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y269&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744145058915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsgooch2ndgrade"},{"teacherId":8529294,"projectId":8482769,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on my first-grade classroom! The resources you provided have truly transformed our learning environment and enhanced our daily activities in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement in the room was electric! My students couldn't wait to unpack the boxes and see all the tools they would get to use. Each item has quickly become an integral part of our classroom:\r\n\r\nClass Set of Scissors: These have been invaluable during art and craft projects. My students love creating with them, and I've seen a noticeable improvement in their fine motor skills as they confidently use their own scissors.\r\n\r\nLearning Clock: Our new learning clock has brought time-telling lessons to life! Students eagerly engage in interactive lessons, and I've noticed them applying their newfound skills during daily routines, such as understanding our schedule and timing tasks.\r\n\r\nPrivacy Boards: These have been a game-changer for independent work. Students are able to focus better, and the sense of personal space has fostered more confidence and pride in their work.\r\n\r\nBook Stands: Our book display has become a classroom highlight. Students are drawn to the themed books each month, expanding their reading horizons and discovering new favorite genres.\r\n\r\nOne of the most memorable moments was during our first craft project using the new scissors—students created art for our classroom bulletin board. The pride they felt in their work was heartwarming to see.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these tools will continue to play a vital role in our learning. From new art projects to mastering time-telling and embracing literacy, your support ensures my students have the resources they need to thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in us and for making such a profound difference in our classroom. 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