{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"DeGrazia Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":24.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1483637,"projectId":10252224,"letterContent":"The new 3D printer has already brought a lot of excitement and curiosity into my classroom. We are still in the process of getting everything ready for students to begin designing and printing their own creations, but they are already asking questions about the printers and excited about what they will be able to make. For many of my students, this will be their first opportunity to use a 3D printer and see something they create on a computer become an actual object they can hold.\r\n\r\nWhat I am most excited about is giving students the opportunity to learn through creating, experimenting, and problem-solving. They will be able to design something, print it, see what works and what doesn't, and then make changes to improve their design. This gives students a chance to practice perseverance and understand that mistakes are part of the learning process.\r\n\r\nI have students with many different interests and strengths, and I am excited to see which students really connect with this technology. Some students who may not always feel confident in traditional academic activities may discover that designing, building, and creating is something they really enjoy. I am so grateful to our donors for giving my students the opportunity to explore new technology and experience STEM learning in such a hands-on and meaningful way.","fullyFundedDate":1778002136717,"projectUrl":"project/printing-possibilities-bringing-ideas-t/10252224/","projectTitle":"Printing Possibilities: Bringing Ideas to Life in Full Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Katz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1483637_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470591818564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misskatz"},{"teacherId":1483637,"projectId":10173395,"letterContent":"I am so incredibly thankful for your generous donations to our classroom! Because of your support, we now have 3D printers, storage units to keep all of our materials organized, and lots of filament for students to use as they begin designing and creating. These resources are going to allow me to bring more hands-on STEM experiences into our classroom and give students opportunities to turn their ideas into something they can actually create.\r\nThe 3D printers will give students the chance to learn about the design process, problem-solve, experiment, and see their ideas come to life. Having plenty of filament means students will be able to try new things, make changes to their designs, and create a variety of projects throughout the year. The storage units have already made a huge difference by giving us a place to keep all of our new materials organized and easily accessible.\r\nThank you again for supporting my students and helping provide them with these amazing opportunities. I truly appreciate your generosity and willingness to invest in our classroom. I am so excited to start using these materials with my students and cannot wait to see what they create!","fullyFundedDate":1776099720184,"projectUrl":"project/fiesta-bowl-grant/10173395/","projectTitle":"Fiesta Bowl Grant","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Katz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1483637_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470591818564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misskatz"},{"teacherId":8017570,"projectId":10241650,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind donations. I knew these tools were going to be useful, but I had no idea how useful they truly would be this year. \r\n\r\nThe biggest hit out of the various materials was the inflatable seats for chairs. Different students use it at different times and it really helps them focus or get their wiggles out in a controlled way.\r\n\r\nAnother amazing item was the magnetic letter tracing board. Students really love to use it to help them calm down when they are in my peaceful place. So it helps with letter recognition and emotional regulation!\r\n\r\nThese tools have been a game changer for this group of students. They are going to be great assets in helping my students be successful!","fullyFundedDate":1778358604784,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-williams-wiggle-worms/10241650/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Williams' Wiggle Worms","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8017570_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647733742538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8017570"},{"teacherId":1483637,"projectId":10114473,"letterContent":"The funding for the 3D printers and filament has provided an exciting opportunity to expand hands-on STEM learning in my 6th grade classroom. While I have not yet introduced the printers directly to students, I have been working to prepare them for meaningful classroom use. I am taking the time to become familiar with the equipment, learn more about the design and printing process, and determine how to best incorporate 3D printing into lessons and projects.\r\nOne of my goals is to use the 3D printers to allow me to take on more of a coaching role with my students. Instead of giving students step-by-step directions or solutions, I want to guide them as they develop their own ideas, solve problems, and learn from mistakes. Students will be able to design something, print and test it, identify what worked and what did not, and make changes to improve their design. As their teacher, I can ask questions, provide feedback, and support them through the process while allowing them to take ownership of their learning.\r\nAlthough we are still in the beginning stages of implementation, I am excited about the opportunities these printers will provide. I hope to use them for classroom STEM activities, collaborative projects, and competition preparation. Most importantly, I want the printers to give students more opportunities to be creative, take risks, work through challenges, and see themselves as problem-solvers, designers, and innovators.","fullyFundedDate":1771877460068,"projectUrl":"project/building-tomorrow-one-layer-at-a-time/10114473/","projectTitle":"Building Tomorrow, One Layer at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Katz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1483637_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470591818564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misskatz"},{"teacherId":8017570,"projectId":9737085,"letterContent":"Wow! This project has done great things for my classroom! Thank you so much for making this project possible. The document camera and the games have done wonders!\r\n\r\nThe document camera has replaced my outdated, clunky, hard to use old camera, making it so much easier to model different skills for my students. It has taken some getting used to, but it is a very welcome change!\r\n\r\nThe outdoor games have been great too! They have allowed different students who don't normally play together a semi structured way to enjoy recess together! The biggest hit has been the flying disks! They are always asking to take them to recess. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for your kind donations.","fullyFundedDate":1758799606666,"projectUrl":"project/stepping-up-second-grade/9737085/","projectTitle":"Stepping Up Second Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8017570_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647733742538","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8017570"},{"teacherId":9831749,"projectId":9643011,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Because of your support, our students now have a mini photo printer, photo paper, and an amazing assortment of prizes—from bubbles and Play-Doh to Etch A Sketch toys and more!\r\n\r\nThe photo printer allows us to instantly capture and print moments of success, turning everyday achievements into lasting memories on our PBIS Super Six bulletin board. Students light up when they see their photos displayed for making positive choices and meeting goals.\r\n\r\nThe new prizes have brought a fresh wave of excitement and motivation to our program. Whether students are choosing a fun toy, creating with Play-Doh, or enjoying bubbles at recess, these rewards help reinforce positive behaviors and emotional regulation in a joyful, meaningful way.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has not only provided materials, but has also fueled our students' confidence, connection, and sense of pride. Thank you for helping make school a place where positive choices are celebrated and learning feels fun!","fullyFundedDate":1759732602526,"projectUrl":"project/super-six-store-in-the-zen-zone/9643011/","projectTitle":"Super Six Store in the Zen Zone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9831749_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731209230919","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bmarquez"},{"teacherId":9831749,"projectId":9433206,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our behavior program. Your donations of snacks like popcorn, chips, and other treats are already making a difference for our students. When children become emotionally dysregulated, having a small, comforting snack can help them calm their bodies, refocus their energy, and return to learning more quickly.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, we now have a simple but powerful tool to help students regulate their emotions in the moment. These snacks not only meet a basic need, but also communicate care, support, and consistency—things our students thrive on. Your kindness has created opportunities for them to build positive coping strategies and get back on track sooner.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our entire school community, we are grateful for your generosity and belief in our students. 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