{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Grande Innovation Academy","outOfStateSupporters":40.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9357425,"projectId":9985199,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my project. Because of your support, I was able to purchase a variety of math manipulatives that my students use every day. These include integer number lines, whiteboards with graphic organizers for long multiplication and division, multiplication charts, fraction tiles, and integer dice. These tools have made a meaningful difference in helping my students better understand and successfully solve math problems.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, I was able to purchase an extra iPad for the classroom. My students use the iPad daily to reinforce their reading, writing, and math skills in an engaging and interactive way. The apps we use align with the skills I am teaching, providing valuable practice and reinforcement. I've noticed that students are more motivated and engaged when using the iPad, and they are more eager to complete their work. Integrating this technology has enhanced learning in my classroom and supports the skills students are developing both in my class and in their general education setting.","fullyFundedDate":1768614058482,"projectUrl":"project/access-to-engage-providing-interactive/9985199/","projectTitle":"Access to Engage: Providing Interactive Learning Materials for All Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Houselog","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9357425"},{"teacherId":8361740,"projectId":9115248,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our classroom and making this project possible! When the materials arrived, my first graders were absolutely thrilled. Their eyes lit up with excitement as we unpacked everything together. It was such a special moment to watch them realize that people they have never even met cared enough to support their learning. Right away, the students were eager to explore the new resources and start using them during our lessons.\r\n\r\nWe have already begun using the materials during our literacy and hands-on learning activities. The resources have allowed my students to engage more deeply with their learning through interactive activities, small group work, and creative projects. One of my favorite moments was watching students collaborate and problem solve together while using the new materials during our centers. They were excited, focused, and truly proud of the work they were creating.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students will continue to use these resources throughout the year to build important academic skills and confidence as learners. Our next step is incorporating these materials into upcoming lessons and projects where students can explore new ideas, practice critical thinking, and express their creativity. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1739692138394,"projectUrl":"project/empower-young-minds-donate-school-suppl/9115248/","projectTitle":"Empower Young Minds: Donate School Supplies and Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wagner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8361740_orig.jpg?crop=3361,3362,x0,y605&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646804474986","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrswagnersfirstgradeclass"},{"teacherId":8645006,"projectId":9601369,"letterContent":"This project provided students who require alternative learning options to be successful in the classroom. Recently, we were working in class with dictionaries. The large print dictionary a student feel part of the class as he was able to learn on his own. He was very receptive and excited do this! \r\n\r\nOur complete a monthly library assignment. The large print books gave them the opportunity to choose from a variety of options. After reading the books the students shared with the class. \r\n\r\nIt was a pleasure to see them be successful!","fullyFundedDate":1764598433103,"projectUrl":"project/provide-for-students-who-require-alterna/9601369/","projectTitle":"Provide for Students Who Require Alternative Learning Options","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rosati","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8645006_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760946415006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8645006"},{"teacherId":8389056,"projectId":9117238,"letterContent":"I really appreciate your help with our class project, and I thank you very much. My students now learn and participate in our lessons in a whole new way thanks to the new tools. The tools have been used in literacy centers, hands-on math activities, and small-group rotations. One of my favorite things was seeing my students work together to solve a problem. They were so excited to use the new manipulatives and tools to show each other how they thought and explain their reasons. As they take charge of their learning, it's amazing to see their confidence grow. Their faces lit up with pure joy and interest when they saw the new materials for the first time. They couldn't wait to look around, and everyone in the room was excited too! Some of them even said, \"This feels like a brand-new classroom!\" These tools have helped them enjoy learning again, which has sparked their creativity and gotten them more involved. We are currently working on a project that asks students to use what they have learned in real life. The new tools are making it easier for them to picture and practice ideas that were hard for them to understand before. The next thing we need to do is keep this energy going by using these tools in future lessons and giving students more chances to work together, make things, and think critically. Because of your kindness, my kids not only are learning, they love it.","fullyFundedDate":1739781993848,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success-fueling-learning-o/9117238/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success: Fueling Learning One Tool at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8389056_orig.jpg?crop=610,610,x0,y20&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647994693304","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8389056"},{"teacherId":5249574,"projectId":9118897,"letterContent":"I would like to thank you for supporting my project for \"encouraging scholars to read and love it!\" Learning hands on has helped my scholars learn sight words, beginning and ending sounds and building words in such a fun way!\r\nDuring small group time my scholars always ask to play the games that have been donated! Learning with hands on activities has encouraged my scholars to have fun, encourage each other and the importance of team work!\r\nThank you for donating and making learning fun and engaging for my scholars!","fullyFundedDate":1739895647610,"projectUrl":"project/encouraging-scholars-to-read-and-love-it/9118897/","projectTitle":"Encouraging Scholars To Read And Love It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5249574"},{"teacherId":9357425,"projectId":9124728,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating math manipulatives to my classroom!\r\nMy students have been using the fraction tiles to strengthen their understanding of fractions, whether they're learning to write fractions or practicing adding and subtracting them. The magnetic tiles have also been a wonderful resource for providing brain breaks after long periods of work. They give students an opportunity to relax and engage in a calm, hands-on activity.\r\n\r\nThe ten-frame manipulatives have been another fantastic addition. My students use them to build, break apart, and combine numbers. This allows them to explore addition and subtraction in a concrete and interactive way.\r\n\r\nYour generous donation has made a meaningful difference by helping my students develop a stronger foundation in essential math skills. The manipulatives have brought learning to life, and I am truly grateful for your support. My students and I deeply appreciate your kindness. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1740360428994,"projectUrl":"project/math-manipulatives-for-ms-houselogs-sc/9124728/","projectTitle":"Math Manipulatives for Ms. Houselog's Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Houselog","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9357425"},{"teacherId":8533928,"projectId":9116907,"letterContent":"When our wobble chairs and floor pillows arrived, the excitement in my classroom was instant — students were begging to try them before I even unpacked the boxes! Within the first week of using them, I saw a noticeable difference in student focus and collaboration. My students who typically struggled to stay seated during lessons now choose wobble chairs so they can move while they work without being disruptive. Others love grabbing a floor pillow during reading time or small-group discussions, which has made our classroom feel more welcoming, calm, and student-centered.\r\n\r\nOne of my students said, \"It feels like you trust us to pick what works best for us.\" That moment confirmed exactly why this project mattered.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has transformed not just our space, but our classroom culture. Instead of asking permission to move around constantly, students now make responsible choices about where and how they learn best. They stay on task longer, engage more deeply in discussions, and even cheer when I say, \"Grab your seats — anywhere you learn best!\"\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in flexible, joyful learning environments. Your support has made a meaningful and daily impact on my students' success, comfort, and confidence. We are grateful every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1739745130443,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-focused-learning/9116907/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Focused Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clegg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8533928_orig.jpg?crop=1330,1330,x0,y70&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739743663795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8533928"},{"teacherId":9925917,"projectId":9126626,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, my Gifted Scholars were able to create Birthday Boxes filled with cake mix, frosting, decorations, and small tokens of kindness for children in need. Each box was carefully assembled with love, designed to bring joy and celebration to children who might not otherwise get to experience a special birthday.\r\n\r\nThis project gave my students the opportunity to practice planning, teamwork, and organization while learning the true meaning of service. They were so proud to see their efforts going directly to food pantries, shelters, and foster care programs, knowing that their work would brighten a child's day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity allowed my scholars to spread kindness in a very real way. More than just making boxes, they discovered how compassion and community service can make a lasting difference in someone's life.","fullyFundedDate":1742246500922,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-through-birthday-boxes/9126626/","projectTitle":"Kindness through Birthday Boxes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9925917"},{"teacherId":9925917,"projectId":9205621,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, my scholars were able to bring science and economics together in a meaningful, hands-on way. Using the soap- and candle-making kits, they researched chemical reactions, states of matter, and the science behind each product, then applied what they learned by creating items to sell in our KidCity Market.\r\n\r\nThis project gave students the chance to practice entrepreneurship while reinforcing core science concepts. They calculated costs, set prices, and analyzed supply and demand—all while proudly showcasing their own handmade soaps and candles.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helped my students see themselves as both scientists and business leaders. They not only gained confidence in their academic skills but also discovered how creativity and knowledge can make a real impact in the world around them.","fullyFundedDate":1746804643445,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-science-economics-candle-s/9205621/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Science & Economics: Candle & Soap-Making for KidCity Market","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9925917"},{"teacherId":9925917,"projectId":9117594,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our 3rd–8th grade Gifted Scholars were able to bring KidCity to life! With the button makers, crochet kits, and printing supplies, students created their own products to sell and promoted their businesses with custom advertisements. They weren't just making crafts—they were learning real-world lessons about supply and demand, budgeting, pricing, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nThis project gave my students the chance to see themselves as entrepreneurs and leaders. They worked together to solve problems, think creatively, and apply their literacy and math skills in meaningful ways. The excitement and pride they felt in running their own marketplace was incredible to witness.\r\n\r\nYour generosity made this learning possible. By supporting KidCity, you invested in future innovators, problem-solvers, and community leaders—and helped my scholars see that their ideas can truly become reality.","fullyFundedDate":1739818345522,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-scholars-through-kidcity-pro/9117594/","projectTitle":"Empowering Scholars through KidCity Projects","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9925917"},{"teacherId":8359918,"projectId":9310674,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, my Gifted Scholars now have books that inspire them to find and use their voices with confidence. Each story we read together sparked meaningful conversations about courage, leadership, and speaking up for what matters. Students connected the characters' journeys to their own lives and began practicing how to share their ideas through writing, presentations, and group projects.\r\n\r\nThis project gave my scholars more than just books—it gave them a safe space to explore their thoughts and recognize the power of their own voices. They are learning that their ideas matter and that they can use their voices to make a difference in their classrooms, communities, and beyond.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helped my students grow as readers, writers, and leaders, and showed them that when they speak up, they have the power to create change.","fullyFundedDate":1746786386704,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-book-study-finding-my-voice/9310674/","projectTitle":"Small Group Book Study: Finding My Voice","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. David","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8359918"},{"teacherId":8359918,"projectId":9115240,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our KidCity project! The supplies are helping scholars turn their business ideas into real products. They've been making magnets, buttons, and crochet items, and even creating ads with the printer ink. It's been exciting to see them practice budgeting, pricing, and teamwork while building their own KidCity marketplace.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe students were so excited when the supplies arrived! They couldn't wait to try the button maker and start crocheting. Right away, they began planning what they wanted to sell and how to design their products.\r\n\r\n\r\nNext, scholars will set up their KidCity storefronts and run their businesses. They'll sell their products, share their advertisements, and practice customer service. 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