{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Indian Springs Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9056446,"projectId":9598016,"letterContent":"How Our DonorsChoose Project Made a Difference\r\n\r\nHaving our DonorsChoose project funded made a meaningful and immediate impact in our classroom community. The water purifier and reusable water bottles have helped create a healthier, more comfortable learning environment every single day. Instead of waiting in long lines at the hallway fountain or returning from breaks thirsty and distracted, students are now able to refill their bottles right in our classroom with clean, fresh-tasting water.\r\n\r\nThis simple change has made such a big difference. Students stay hydrated throughout the day, which helps them stay focused and energized during lessons. We've seen fewer headaches and fewer interruptions for drink breaks. Even more, this project encouraged responsibility—students take ownership of caring for their own water bottles, keeping them clean, and refilling them as needed. It has also supported our discussions about environmental stewardship, reducing single-use plastics and waste.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the students feel cared for. They recognize that someone outside our classroom believed in them enough to give a gift that supports their daily well-being. That feeling of being seen and supported has meant so much.\r\n\r\nTo our donors: Thank you. Your generosity didn't just fund materials—it helped create a classroom where students feel valued, healthy, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1756134063262,"projectUrl":"project/snack-for-all-students/9598016/","projectTitle":"Snack For All Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. L. 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Our classroom is a beautiful blend of cultures and backgrounds, and each child brings something special to our learning community. Many of our families face financial hardships, and it can be difficult for them to provide even basic learning materials at home. Your generosity has helped to fill that gap in a truly meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWith the addition of a Magical Reading Buddy for each student, my young readers will now have a comforting, judgment-free friend to read aloud with as they work toward fluency. Many of my students feel shy or embarrassed when they struggle with a word, especially in front of their peers. These reading buddies will not only encourage them to read more confidently but will also help foster a love for books and storytelling.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and in the power of early literacy. 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Each and every donation, no matter how big or small has helped tremendously.\r\n\r\nThe supplies for \"Celebrating Year-Long Achievement for the End of School\" was filled with lots of great things to help my students have an amazing end of the year party.\r\n\r\nThey were decked out in their leis and sunglasses for our party, and were able to take those home. They were also excited about the water bottles and stickers that they could use to decorate their bottles, as well as a beach ball for extra fun! 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Little did I know how impactful this small gesture was. The beachball was an immediate hit; several students began tossing them gently to each other and then signing each other's balls. They were super excited about the cups, too. They started pouring their drink in their new cup. They genuinely were so happy about everything and most of all, thankful. I could not have done this without your help. Thank you so much for providing such joy for these sweet students.","fullyFundedDate":1744998682535,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-achievements-for-the-end-of/9178742/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Achievements for the End of School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9370419_orig.jpg?crop=614,614,x311,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700150633356","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9370419"},{"teacherId":9370467,"projectId":8644990,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support and generosity in meeting the needs of my students! They will be so excited to receive a book in our classroom. They were truly excited about receiving their own book to keep! \r\n\r\nOur school is located in an area of poverty. There are so many students in my class whose parents cannot afford to provide books for them. Because of your generosity, they are on their way to having a collection of books to call their own. I appreciate your help with this project more than you can imagine.","fullyFundedDate":1734032294159,"projectUrl":"project/magical-adventures-with-an-appleing-bo/8644990/","projectTitle":"Magical Adventures With an \"Apple\"ing Book!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Byrd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9370467_orig.jpg?crop=1089,1089,x0,y94&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700228654856","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9370467"},{"teacherId":9370419,"projectId":8876801,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving my students an amazing Christmas! They were so excited to have a present to open. There were so many students that have never even heard of the game. Boy, are they in for a treat! One of my favorite games of all times. They could not wait to play. I hope that some of them will bring the game back for a fun Friday activity. I think they will have a lot of fun playing with each other. I think it's a great idea to put the devices and away and to connect on a personal level. It will help build community in the classroom. Thank you again. I definitely could not have done this without your help.","fullyFundedDate":1729123763957,"projectUrl":"project/board-game-for-a-christmas-gift/8876801/","projectTitle":"Board Game for a Christmas Gift","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Green","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9370419_orig.jpg?crop=614,614,x311,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700150633356","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9370419"},{"teacherId":4877947,"projectId":8904821,"letterContent":"Seeing my students facial expressions when they opened their board game as a gift was priceless. It was their first gift of the season and they were truly excited. 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