{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Creekside Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":18.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":123393,"projectId":10543869,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing a variety of snacks for our classroom! Because of your generosity, our students now have access to something to eat when they need it most, whether that is during a long stretch between lunch and dismissal, before a test when nerves make it hard to focus, or simply on a day when breakfast did not happen the way it should have. Hunger can make it nearly impossible for a student to concentrate, participate, or feel their best, and having snacks on hand means no student has to sit through a lesson distracted by an empty stomach.\r\n\r\nWhat means so much to us is what this gift represents beyond the snacks themselves. It tells our students that people outside our school care about their basic needs being met, not just their academic progress. For some students, a granola bar or a piece of fruit in the middle of the day can be the difference between a hard afternoon and a good one. Your generosity ensures that every student has the chance to feel nourished, comfortable, and ready to learn, no matter what their morning looked like.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our whole class, thank you for investing in our students' wellbeing and their ability to focus and thrive in the classroom. You have given them more than snacks. You have given them one less thing to worry about so they can focus on learning.","fullyFundedDate":1788354229340,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focus-one-snack-at-a-time/10543869/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focus, One Snack at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp123393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651719258022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjones"},{"teacherId":123393,"projectId":10543844,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping bring color into our classroom! With your gift of art markers, my students now have the tools to turn a blank page into something bright, detailed, and entirely their own. I've noticed that when kids have quality art supplies, they slow down. They pay closer attention to detail, take more pride in their work, and are more willing to try again if something doesn't look quite right the first time. That kind of patience and care shows up not just in art class, but in everything else they do.\r\n\r\nBeyond the supplies themselves, your generosity sends a message my students hear loud and clear: that their creativity is worth investing in. Art gives many of my students a way to express thoughts and feelings they can't always put into words, and a fresh set of markers gives every single one of them an equal chance to do that well. Thank you for seeing the value in that, and for helping make our classroom a more colorful place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1788354224314,"projectUrl":"project/coloring-outside-the-lines-of-learning/10543844/","projectTitle":"Coloring Outside the Lines of Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp123393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651719258022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjones"},{"teacherId":123393,"projectId":10540468,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing art markers for our classroom! Because of your generosity, our students now have vibrant, reliable tools to bring their creativity to life, whether they are illustrating a story, labeling a science diagram, designing a poster for a class project, or simply expressing themselves through art. Good markers make a real difference. Fresh, bold colors invite students to take their time and take pride in their work, rather than rushing through with dried-out or faded supplies. These markers will be used across nearly every subject, from creative writing covers to colorful charts and graphs, giving our students a chance to make their learning visual and their own.\r\n\r\nWhat means so much to us is what this gift represents beyond the markers themselves. It tells our students that creativity and self-expression matter, not just as an extra, but as a meaningful part of how they learn and share their ideas. For many students, art is where they feel most confident and most like themselves, and having quality supplies available helps every student find that sense of pride in their work.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our whole class, thank you for investing in our students' creativity and self-expression. You have given them more than markers. You have given them a colorful way to share their ideas with the world.","fullyFundedDate":1788354215141,"projectUrl":"project/blending-brilliance/10540468/","projectTitle":"Blending Brilliance","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp123393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651719258022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjones"},{"teacherId":123393,"projectId":10518698,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing 4 wobble stools for our classroom! Because of your generosity, our students now have flexible seating options that let them move, balance, and stay engaged while they learn instead of sitting still in a traditional chair all day. Some students focus best when they can shift and wiggle a little, and these stools give them a way to meet that need without leaving their seat or distracting their classmates. 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You have given them a better way to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1788354232207,"projectUrl":"project/wobbling-in/10518698/","projectTitle":"Wobbling In!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp123393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651719258022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjones"},{"teacherId":123393,"projectId":10514803,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing a variety of LEGO sets for our classroom! Because of your generosity, our students now have a hands-on way to build, problem-solve, and think creatively that goes far beyond a typical worksheet or lecture. Whether students are following instructions to build a set exactly as designed, working together to troubleshoot a tricky step, or reimagining pieces into something entirely their own, they are practicing patience, spatial reasoning, and perseverance without even realizing it. These sets are perfect for early finisher time, indoor recess, collaborative STEM challenges, and as a calming, focused activity for students who need a hands-on break from traditional classwork.\r\n\r\nWhat means so much to us is what this gift represents beyond the LEGO sets themselves. It tells our students that people outside our school believe in the power of play as a way to learn. Building together teaches our students how to communicate, share, and problem-solve as a team, skills that carry over into every subject and every part of their day. For some students, LEGO building is also a wonderful outlet for creativity and a source of pride when they finish something they built with their own hands.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our whole class, thank you for investing in our students' creativity, teamwork, and love of learning through play. You have given them more than LEGO sets. You have given them a joyful way to build, think, and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1788354234396,"projectUrl":"project/lego-in-education/10514803/","projectTitle":"LEGO in Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp123393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651719258022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjones"},{"teacherId":123393,"projectId":10360699,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our Bambu Lab P2S 3D printer! Because of your generosity, our 6th graders now have a tool that turns their ideas into something they can hold in their hands, and I wish you could see their faces every time a print finishes. This year, students are already dreaming up projects: labeled 3D models of plant and animal cells for science, scale replicas of pyramids and castles for our ancient civilizations unit, geometric solids they can measure and manipulate for math, and even custom name tags and pencil holders for their desks. With the P2S's multi-color printing capabilities, students can also bring even more detail and creativity to their designs, whether that means a multi-colored map for social studies or a model with clearly labeled, color-coded parts for a science presentation.\r\n\r\nWhat means the most to us is what this gift represents beyond the printer itself. It tells our students that people they have never met believe their ideas are worth building. For many of them, this will be the first time they have ever designed something and watched it become real, a small but powerful lesson in persistence, problem-solving, and productive struggle that goes far beyond any single project.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our whole class, thank you for investing in our students' curiosity and creativity. You have given them more than a printer. You have given them a reason to imagine bigger.","fullyFundedDate":1788354233225,"projectUrl":"project/printing-in-3d/10360699/","projectTitle":"Printing in 3D","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp123393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651719258022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjones"},{"teacherId":123393,"projectId":10346728,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing a class set of Waiting for Normal, Counting by 7s, and Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus for our students! Because of your generosity, our classroom now has stories that reflect the real, complicated lives many of our students are navigating, from family instability and grief to disability and finding your place after loss. These are not easy topics, but each of these books handles them with honesty, humor, and hope, giving our students characters they can relate to and root for. Reading about Addie's resilience, Willow's journey through grief toward found family, and Aven's determination to be seen for who she truly is helps our students build empathy for others while also feeling less alone in whatever they might be carrying themselves.\r\n\r\nWhat means so much to us is what this gift represents beyond the books themselves. It tells our students that their stories, and the stories of kids like them, matter and deserve to be told well. These novels spark some of our richest classroom discussions about kindness, resilience, and understanding people whose lives look different from our own. Your generosity gives every student the chance to see themselves in a character, and to build compassion for classmates whose experiences may differ from their own.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our whole class, thank you for investing in our students' empathy, resilience, and love of reading. You have given them more than books. You have given them stories that will stay with them long after the last page.","fullyFundedDate":1788354230858,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-show-kids-theyre-not-alone/10346728/","projectTitle":"Books That Show Kids They're Not Alone","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp123393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651719258022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjones"},{"teacherId":123393,"projectId":10573480,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing a variety of \"A Kids Book About\" titles for our classroom! Because of your generosity, our students now have access to books that speak to them honestly about topics like empathy, belonging, anxiety, change, and so much more, without talking down to them or shying away from real feelings. Our students are growing up navigating complicated emotions and experiences every day, and these books give them language and perspective for things that can otherwise feel confusing or isolating. Whether a student picks up the book about change during a hard transition or the book about empathy to better understand a classmate, these stories meet them exactly where they are.\r\n\r\nWhat means so much to us is what this gift represents beyond the books themselves. It tells our students that people outside our school believe they are capable of understanding big, important ideas, and that their questions and feelings deserve real answers, not simplified ones. Books like these open the door to conversations we might not otherwise have time or resources to start, and they help our classroom become a place where every student feels seen and understood.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our whole class, thank you for investing in our students' emotional growth and understanding of the world around them. You have given them more than books. You have given them tools for empathy, resilience, and honest reflection that they will carry with them well beyond this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1788559300544,"projectUrl":"project/stories-that-empower/10573480/","projectTitle":"Stories That Empower","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp123393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651719258022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjones"},{"teacherId":123393,"projectId":10543724,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing a variety of weighted stuffed animals for our students! Because of your generosity, our classroom now has a comforting, practical tool to help students manage big feelings and stay regulated throughout the day. The gentle, calming pressure of a weighted stuffed animal can help a student refocus after a stressful moment, settle in before a test, or simply feel a little more grounded during a hard transition. Having a variety means each student can find the one that feels right for them, whether that is a soft dog for a quiet corner or a favorite animal to hold during independent reading.\r\n\r\nWhat means so much to us is what this gift represents beyond the stuffed animals themselves. It tells our students that people outside our school care about their emotional wellbeing, not just their academic progress. For students who struggle with anxiety, sensory needs, or simply the ups and downs of growing up, having a small, comforting tool available can make a real difference in how safe and supported they feel at school. Your generosity gives every student access to that comfort.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our whole class, thank you for investing in our students' emotional wellbeing and sense of calm. You have given them more than stuffed animals. You have given them a small piece of comfort they can turn to whenever they need it.","fullyFundedDate":1788354228504,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-weight-to-lift-big-emotions/10543724/","projectTitle":"A Little Weight to Lift Big Emotions","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp123393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651719258022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjones"},{"teacherId":123393,"projectId":10527446,"letterContent":"hank you so much for providing new Sharkskin foam dodgeballs for our students! Because of your generosity, PE class just got a lot more fun and a lot safer. These soft, high quality balls let our students play with full energy and enthusiasm without the sting and fear that can come with harder balls, which means more students are willing to jump in, move, and give it their all. Whether we are playing classic dodgeball, working on throwing and catching skills, or running warm up games, our students now have equipment that keeps the focus on fun and physical activity instead of worrying about getting hurt.\r\n\r\nWhat means so much to us is what this gift represents beyond the dodgeballs themselves. It tells our students that people outside our school care about their physical health, their confidence, and their joy in moving their bodies. For some students, PE is the highlight of their day, and for others, it is a chance to build confidence they might not feel in the classroom. Your generosity helps every student feel included and excited to participate.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our whole class, thank you for investing in our students' health, teamwork, and pure fun. You have given them more than dodgeballs. You have given them a reason to look forward to PE.","fullyFundedDate":1787859358946,"projectUrl":"project/sixth-grade-shakes-it-up-safe-foam-fun/10527446/","projectTitle":"Sixth Grade Shakes It Up: Safe Foam Fun for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp123393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651719258022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjones"},{"teacherId":123393,"projectId":10514326,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing new volleyballs for our school's volleyball team! Because of your generosity, our players now have the equipment they need to practice with consistency and confidence, whether they are working on serves, perfecting their bump and set technique, or running full scrimmages that actually feel like game conditions. Old, worn out balls can throw off a player's touch in ways that are hard to notice until you have the right equipment again, and your gift means every practice can now build real, transferable skill.\r\n\r\nWhat means so much to our team is what this gift represents beyond the volleyballs themselves. It tells our student athletes that people outside our school believe in their hard work and their growth, both as players and as teammates. For many of them, this season is about more than winning matches. It is about learning discipline, communication, and how to support one another through setbacks, and your support gives them the tools to do that well.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our whole team, thank you for investing in our students' teamwork, confidence, and love of the game. You have given them more than volleyballs. You have given them a stronger season to look forward to.","fullyFundedDate":1787520219052,"projectUrl":"project/volleyballs-in-need/10514326/","projectTitle":"Volleyballs in Need!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp123393_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651719258022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrjones"},{"teacherId":123393,"projectId":10514592,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating a dozen weighted stuffed animals to our classroom. These special companions offer our students comfort and calm during moments when they feel anxious, overwhelmed, or simply need a little extra support to refocus. Having tools like these available makes such a meaningful difference in how our students regulate their emotions throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students now have access to a resource that helps them feel safe and grounded in our classroom. We are so thankful that you thought of our students and chose to support their emotional wellbeing in this way. 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