{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ravenwood Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2142678,"projectId":9491196,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my DonorsChoose project this year. Your generosity made a meaningful difference in my nurse's office and in the daily experiences of the students I care for.\r\n\r\nThe new recliner allowed me to finally remove an old cot and create much-needed space in my small but cozy office. The change has been enthusiastically received by staff and students. The weighted lap blankets are already getting a lot of use and are truly loved by many students. \r\n\r\nIt has also been wonderful to offer a wider variety of snacks—including gluten-free and nut/peanut-free options—so every student has something safe and comforting available when they need it.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I've been able to reach my goal of ensuring each student feels safe, seen, and supported—both physically and emotionally.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping me create and maintain a calming, caring, and sensory-friendly environment for my students, this year and for many years to come. Your generosity is deeply appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1755737552677,"projectUrl":"project/nurse-cottles-bee-healthy-hive/9491196/","projectTitle":"Nurse Cottle's BEE Healthy Hive","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nurse Cottle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2142678_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691013748522","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2142678"},{"teacherId":4040089,"projectId":9431688,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations toward our classroom tables, bookshelf, and new book. Your kindness has brought meaningful and immediate positive change to both my students and me.\r\n\r\nThe new tables have transformed the way students collaborate and learn. They now have comfortable, structured spaces to work together, share ideas, and engage more confidently in group activities. The bookshelf has helped create a welcoming and organized reading corner. Students are constantly drawn to it, excited to explore books that are now easy to see and reach. And the book you provided has already sparked curiosity, conversation, and joy in our classroom. It has become a tool for learning, imagination, and connection.\r\n\r\nFor me, as a teacher, your support has been deeply encouraging. These items have not only improved our classroom environment, but they've also renewed my excitement and energy each day. Knowing that you cared enough to think of our class, enough to give your own resources, means more than I can express. Your generosity reminds us that we're part of a larger community that believes in our students and their futures.\r\n\r\nThank you for holding us in your thoughts and for helping create a classroom where students feel valued, inspired, and supported. Your kindness will have a lasting impact on us all.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1753205668071,"projectUrl":"project/tables-to-learn-on/9431688/","projectTitle":"Tables To Learn On","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arnold","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4040089_orig.jpg?crop=1831,1831,x79,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1571441464613","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4040089"},{"teacherId":2070086,"projectId":9297045,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in providing funds to purchase items for our classroom learning environment. The tools for organization allow for smoother transitions in our classroom and therefore, provide for more learning time for the students. The bookshelf replaces one that was damaged in a big earthquake. The mailbox cubby shelf gives students an easy place to get their papers at the end of the day. \r\n\r\nThe students were so excited to see these items as they entered the classroom. The bookshelf makes it much easier to display reading materials. It also is so much nicer than the one it replaced, giving the classroom a nice presentation. Lastly, the mailbox system is sturdy and should last many years. Again, thank you for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1754418635806,"projectUrl":"project/organizing-for-success/9297045/","projectTitle":"Organizing for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Colgrove","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2070086_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1570644406925","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2070086"},{"teacherId":2149335,"projectId":8892377,"letterContent":"On behalf of Ravenwood Elementary, we sincerely thank you for your generous donation toward our inflatable Gaga Ball pits. Thanks to your support, our students are having fun in a safe space to engage in active play and teamwork!\r\n\r\nThe inflatable Gaga Ball pits will provide endless opportunities for physical activity, cooperation, and enjoyment for all our students. Your donation is not just an investment in equipment; it's an investment in the health and happiness of our entire school community.\r\n\r\nWe are so excited to see how these new pits will bring students together, foster positive competition, and create lasting memories. Your kindness truly makes a difference, and we are beyond grateful for your generosity.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping us create a more engaging and active environment for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1736990152291,"projectUrl":"project/gaga-for-fun-in-physical-education/8892377/","projectTitle":"GaGa for Fun in Physical Education!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nielsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2149335"},{"teacherId":4004622,"projectId":5260782,"letterContent":"Since receiving our flexible seating resources, our classroom has transformed into a dynamic space that truly supports inquiry-based learning. The lap desks, floor tables, and stools have given students the freedom to choose how and where they learn best. One of the first projects we launched with our new setup was the literacy centers, where students worked in small groups to participate in lessons, thereby fostering their acquisition of language and literacy skills. The variety of seating options allowed students to spread out comfortably, collaborate closely, and engage in hands-on activities without feeling confined to traditional desks.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate and contagious. Many of them shouted with excitement, eager to try every new option, and quickly established favorites. Some loved sitting at the floor tables to work together on art projects, while others preferred lap desks to write and sketch their observations during science lessons. It was heartwarming to see even my more reserved students come out of their shells, simply because they had the freedom to choose a space that made them feel comfortable and empowered.\r\n\r\nThanks to the generosity of our donors, our classroom feels more like a collaborative workshop. The flexible seating will continue to be an essential part of this process, giving students a supportive environment where they can research, discuss, and create together.\r\n\r\nIn the future, we also plan to incorporate more STEAM-focused projects that align with student interests. With the new seating, students have the space and tools to imagine and build models of space stations, design solutions to real-world problems, or create art inspired by nature. This flexibility not only nurtures their curiosity but also fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity. 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