{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Nelson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3905234,"projectId":8623561,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our third-grade classroom through your generous gift of eight lap trays. These trays have made an immediate and meaningful impact on our daily learning.\r\n\r\nThe moment they arrived, they became part of our classroom routine. Students love having the flexibility to sit on the floor, stretch out, and find a comfortable spot to focus. The lap trays are always in use—during independent work, reading time, partner activities, and even small-group instruction. They help students who need movement or alternative seating feel more settled and successful, and they give everyone the choice to work in a space that fits their learning style.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a classroom environment where students feel empowered, comfortable, and excited to learn. Thank you for believing in them and supporting the tools that make learning more accessible and joyful.","fullyFundedDate":1724819483841,"projectUrl":"project/lap-desk-trays-assist-reading-writing/8623561/","projectTitle":"Lap Desk Trays Assist Reading & Writing","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Spencer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3905234_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1475004926871","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3905234"},{"teacherId":1991946,"projectId":9696638,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our robotics and coding program is thriving! The Chromebook you funded has become an essential part of our STEM projects. Students use it to write, test, and refine their code for LEGO robots, explore Hour of Code challenges, and collaborate on creative design solutions.\r\n\r\nIt's incredible to see their confidence and problem-solving skills grow each week. Having access to this technology helps every student take an active role in our robotics program and see themselves as real engineers and innovators.\r\n\r\nWe're so grateful for your investment in our classroom—it's helping our students dream bigger and discover the power of technology to change the world!","fullyFundedDate":1757509295568,"projectUrl":"project/coding-our-future/9696638/","projectTitle":"Coding Our Future","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. W","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1991946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452034214798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-waelty"},{"teacherId":1991946,"projectId":9675356,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students are more motivated than ever! The stickers, juice, pens, and candy you helped provide have transformed our \"Awesome Kid Lottery\" into a highlight of the week. Students are working harder, showing kindness, and encouraging one another because they know their efforts are noticed and celebrated.\r\n\r\nThese small rewards have made a big difference. They've helped create a classroom culture where positive behavior, perseverance, and growth are recognized every day. It's amazing to see how something as simple as a sticker or a fun pen can bring smiles, spark excitement, and remind students that hard work truly pays off.\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just supply incentives—it helped build a community of motivated, confident learners. Thank you for investing in their joy and success!","fullyFundedDate":1758849095971,"projectUrl":"project/awesome-kid-lottery/9675356/","projectTitle":"Awesome Kid Lottery","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. W","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1991946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452034214798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-waelty"},{"teacherId":1991946,"projectId":9388019,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with essential supplies like pencils, markers, colored pencils, and glue sticks. These materials will ensure that all of my fifth graders are prepared for learning each day and can fully participate in our projects. By having the tools they need, students can focus on developing important organizational and executive functioning skills that will serve them well beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity not only equips my students with the basics but also gives them the chance to stay creative, engaged, and confident in their learning. We are truly grateful for your support and belief in our work.","fullyFundedDate":1755890243767,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-basics/9388019/","projectTitle":"Back to School Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. W","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1991946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452034214798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-waelty"},{"teacherId":1991946,"projectId":9461410,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with the gift of colored paper, cardstock, and adhesive label paper! These simple supplies will have a big impact on our daily learning. With your help, my students can create interactive notebooks, anchor charts, and learning games that make lessons engaging and memorable. The adhesive labels will keep our classroom organized and allow students to take more ownership of their materials, which supports their independence and confidence.\r\n\r\nYour generosity will brighten our classroom both literally and figuratively, giving students the chance to be more creative and hands-on in their learning. We are so grateful for your kindness and for believing in the power of education to inspire and empower young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1755702111451,"projectUrl":"project/paper-please/9461410/","projectTitle":"Paper, Please","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. W","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1991946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452034214798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-waelty"},{"teacherId":1991946,"projectId":9606557,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through this project. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card, along with much-needed pencils and labels, that will enhance their daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nWith the gift card, I can purchase high-quality, supplemental science resources that match our curriculum, including interactive lab activities, project-based units, and differentiated reading passages. These materials will make complex concepts easier for students to understand and allow me to tailor lessons to meet a wide range of learning needs. Most importantly, they will give my students the chance to experience science in an engaging, hands-on way that sparks curiosity and fosters critical thinking.\r\n\r\nYour support means more than just supplies; it means opportunities!","fullyFundedDate":1755702045267,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-for-science/9606557/","projectTitle":"TPT for Science","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. W","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1991946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452034214798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-waelty"},{"teacherId":1991946,"projectId":9425541,"letterContent":"With your generous support, our class received a full set of headphones for every student. This has already transformed our learning environment. Students are now able to participate in reading, math, and science programs without distractions, and the quality of their work has improved because they can focus more easily. For many of my students, having their own headphones is a first, and they take pride in caring for them. These headphones have also made small group work and individualized instruction much smoother, allowing me to better meet the needs of every learner.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students can fully access lessons, enjoy educational videos, and engage in interactive activities that make learning more meaningful and fun. Thank you for helping to create a classroom where every student can hear, focus, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1754337206353,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-hear/9425541/","projectTitle":"Help Us Hear!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. W","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1991946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452034214798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-waelty"},{"teacherId":1991946,"projectId":9163982,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project on DonorsChoose. Because of your generosity, my 5th-grade students were able to create thoughtful Mother's Day gifts using the succulents and ceramic pots you helped provide.\r\n\r\nThe kids were so proud of their creations. They learned how to care for a living plant, decorate a pot with care, and write a kind note to go along with it. Many of them shared how excited they were to surprise their moms or other family members with something they made themselves.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your kindness and the impact you made on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1743090410663,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-succulents/9163982/","projectTitle":"Sweet Succulents","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. W","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1991946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452034214798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-waelty"},{"teacherId":1991946,"projectId":9169323,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of two iPads to our classroom at Nelson. Your kindness has made a significant impact on the education of our students, and we are truly touched by your generosity.\r\n\r\nAs a public Title 1 school, we face unique challenges in providing the best possible learning experiences for our students. Your donation of iPads has opened up exciting new opportunities for us to enhance their education, particularly in the realm of small-group instruction. These iPads will allow us to personalize and tailor our teaching to meet the diverse needs of our students, ensuring that no one is left behind.","fullyFundedDate":1742913028276,"projectUrl":"project/ipad-for-small-groups/9169323/","projectTitle":"iPad for Small Groups","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. W","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1991946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452034214798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-waelty"},{"teacherId":1991946,"projectId":9090977,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Odds and Ends\" DonorsChoose project! Your generosity has provided our classroom with much-needed playground equipment, fidgets, and paper—items that may seem small but make a huge difference in our daily learning and play.\r\n\r\nThe playground equipment is bringing so much joy to recess, encouraging teamwork, exercise, and fun. The fidgets are helping students stay focused and engaged in class, giving them tools to manage their energy in a positive way. And the paper—something we use every single day—ensures that students can keep creating, writing, and learning without limits.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has had an immediate impact, and my students are so excited and grateful. Thank you for believing in our classroom and helping us thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1740071230138,"projectUrl":"project/odds-and-ends/9090977/","projectTitle":"Odds and Ends","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. W","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1991946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452034214798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-waelty"},{"teacherId":1991946,"projectId":8971178,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our DonorsChoose project for 30 copies of Wonder by R.J. Palacio! Because of your generosity, my students now have the opportunity to read and engage deeply with this powerful story about kindness, inclusion, and empathy.\r\n\r\nHaving their copies allows them to annotate, reflect, and connect personally with Auggie's journey. Many students have already shared how much they relate to the characters and how the book is inspiring them to be more compassionate. \r\n\r\nYour support not only enhances our reading experience this year but will also benefit future students for years to come. Thank you for believing in the power of literature and in the potential of my students. Your generosity is truly making a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1736955333108,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-wonder/8971178/","projectTitle":"Help Us \"Wonder\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. W","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1991946_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1452034214798","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-waelty"},{"teacherId":1991946,"projectId":8949664,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students through our \"Holiday Cheer\" project. The students will be creating parent gifts before the holidays and they are so excited.\r\n\r\nThe look on their faces when they learned about the shrink-dinks was pure joy. They are so excited to personalize the ornaments and picking out wrapping supplies. It really encompasses what their special person means to them.\r\n\r\nMy students love giving to their loved ones this time of year and we are so excited to get started with all of these materials. 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