{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Garretson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5328272,"projectId":10120603,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Bring the Ancient Greek Olympics to Life! Your generosity helped transform our classroom into an engaging, hands-on learning environment where history truly came alive for our students.\r\n\r\nUsing the new resources, our 6th graders participated in their very own Ancient Greek Olympics as part of our social studies unit on Ancient Greece. Students competed in team challenges inspired by the original Olympic Games while learning about Greek culture, city-states, and traditions. The country string flags added a meaningful visual element to lunch benches by helping students connect the ancient Olympic spirit to the worldwide traditions we still celebrate today.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, the classroom erupted with excitement. Many students immediately began asking questions about when the games would begin and how the activities connected to Ancient Greece. It was incredible to watch students cheering each other on, encouraging teammates, and fully immersing themselves in the experience.\r\n\r\nOne especially memorable moment happened during the three-legged races. Students quickly realized that success depended less on speed and more on communication, patience, and teamwork. After the races, we reflected as a class about how the Olympic Games were not only about athletic ability, but also about perseverance, cooperation, and honor. Those discussions became some of the most meaningful conversations in our unit.\r\n\r\nYour support gave our students an unforgettable educational experience that blended movement, collaboration, and history in a way they will remember for years to come. Thank you for helping us create joyful, meaningful learning opportunities for our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1778019744620,"projectUrl":"project/bring-the-ancient-greek-olympics-to-life/10120603/","projectTitle":"Bring the Ancient Greek Olympics to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5328272_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716871831512","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5328272"},{"teacherId":5328272,"projectId":10092500,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Journey to Mount Olympus: Percy Jackson & the Olympians Set. Your generosity has made a tremendous impact on our classroom, and our students have absolutely fallen in love with these books!\r\n\r\nThe Percy Jackson series has done so much more than simply encourage students to read—it has sparked curiosity, imagination, and meaningful learning. Through the novel, students are building important literacy skills such as analyzing character development, identifying themes, making predictions, and citing textual evidence to support their thinking. The books have also opened the door for rich discussions about Greek mythology, symbolism, perseverance, friendship, and bravery. Students are excited to connect ancient myths to modern storytelling, which has made learning feel engaging and relevant.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom has become an experience students genuinely look forward to each day. During independent reading time, students are completely immersed in the stories—many are so captivated that they groan when it is time to stop reading! We have lively class discussions where students debate which god cabin they would belong to, predict plot twists, and compare characters' choices to real-life situations. Students who were once hesitant readers are now asking to borrow the next book in the series before they even finish the current one.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create joyful, meaningful learning experiences for my students. Thank you for giving them books that inspire adventure, encourage imagination, and help them discover the power of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1771021951034,"projectUrl":"project/journey-to-mount-olympus-percy-jackson/10092500/","projectTitle":"Journey to Mount Olympus: Percy Jackson & the Olympians Set","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gutierrez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5328272_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716871831512","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5328272"},{"teacherId":9289455,"projectId":10093300,"letterContent":"Because of your support, our library has become an even more engaging space where students are excited to explore nonfiction. The I Am series has quickly become a favorite, drawing in readers who may not have picked up a nonfiction book before. These texts help students build important skills like identifying main ideas, making connections, and understanding how real people overcame challenges. They also support vocabulary development and strengthen comprehension in a way that feels meaningful and accessible.\r\n\r\nIn the library, reading looks like students eagerly browsing shelves, recommending books to friends, and asking for the next title in the series. Many of our Gators come in already knowing which person they want to learn about next. I've seen students who were hesitant readers become more confident because these books feel relatable and just right for their level. Some even return books quickly, not because they didn't like them, but because they are ready for the next one in the series.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a space where curiosity is growing and reading feels exciting and personal. These books are not just being checked out, they are being talked about, shared, and truly enjoyed. 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These sets have quickly become the highlight of our enrichment periods, providing ways to challenge the students.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is doing far more than just providing a game. We see students huddled together, intently focused and building new friendships!\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and this group of dedicated kids!","fullyFundedDate":1773834782682,"projectUrl":"project/lets-play-and-learn/10158794/","projectTitle":"Let's Play and Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frink","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7555300_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1638035226062","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/frink"},{"teacherId":9567337,"projectId":9771851,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing the caps and gowns for our kindergarten graduation. Your generosity helped make this milestone feel truly special for our students. Seeing them proudly dressed for their big moment created memories that they—and we—will cherish for years to come.\r\n\r\nYour support means a lot to our classroom and our school community. Because of donors like you, our students are able to celebrate important achievements and feel recognized for their hard work.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your kindness and for helping make this day so meaningful for our young graduates.","fullyFundedDate":1765251460185,"projectUrl":"project/honor-our-kindergators/9771851/","projectTitle":"Honor Our Kindergators!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Senier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9567337_orig.jpg?crop=1408,1408,x1140,y1047&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722050924843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9567337"},{"teacherId":9289455,"projectId":10041406,"letterContent":"This project has helped transform our library into a vibrant space where reading connects to culture, curiosity, and inclusion. Through the new Lunar New Year books, students are building comprehension skills, expanding vocabulary, and learning to make connections between stories and real-world traditions. The decorations have made a big difference too, creating an inviting atmosphere that immediately sparks excitement and encourages students to explore the displays and pick up a book.\r\n\r\nReading in our library looks like students browsing with interest, sharing what they've learned with friends, and asking thoughtful questions about traditions, symbols, and celebrations. Some students are especially thrilled to see their cultures represented, while others are eager to learn something new. It's been wonderful to watch the combination of books and decorations create energy, conversation, and a deeper love of reading in the library.","fullyFundedDate":1770735830914,"projectUrl":"project/explore-lunar-new-year-traditions-throug/10041406/","projectTitle":"Explore Lunar New Year Traditions Through Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9289455_orig.png?crop=301,301,x57,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697050660461","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gators2024"},{"teacherId":9289455,"projectId":10034312,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our library and our Gator readers. Because of your generosity, our students now have access to books they have been eagerly waiting to read. Seeing their excitement when a new book arrives in the library is truly special.\r\n\r\nReading time in our library is filled with students exploring new stories, recommending books to friends, and building confidence as readers. Series like Dork Diaries are especially powerful because they hook students into reading and motivate them to keep turning pages. As students follow the characters and stories from book to book, they strengthen comprehension, vocabulary, and reading stamina in a natural and enjoyable way.\r\n\r\nSeveral of our reluctant readers have already shown excitement about these books. The humor, illustrations, and diary format make the stories relatable and approachable, helping students see that reading can be fun. Your support is helping create a library where every student can find a book they love and feel proud to call themselves a reader.","fullyFundedDate":1770735830885,"projectUrl":"project/helping-our-gators-get-the-full-dork-dia/10034312/","projectTitle":"Helping Our Gators Get the Full Dork Diaries Series","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerrero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9289455_orig.png?crop=301,301,x57,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697050660461","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/gators2024"},{"teacherId":1331827,"projectId":9895795,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our classroom community, thank you for supporting our project, \"STEM Bricks for Bright Minds: Learning Strong on Rainy Days!\" Your generosity brought hands-on STEM learning directly into the hands of my students, and the excitement has been incredible to witness.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom now has Gemmicc Magnetic Tiles, Playmags 150-piece Magnetic Tiles, Huaker Magnetic Balls and Rods sets, and the IQ Builder STEM construction kit. Each of these materials has given students the opportunity to design, engineer, test, and redesign their own creations while building critical thinking and problem-solving skills.","fullyFundedDate":1764734864130,"projectUrl":"project/stem-bricks-for-bright-minds-learning-s/9895795/","projectTitle":"STEM Bricks for Bright Minds: Learning Strong on Rainy Days!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maestra Madrid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1331827_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734906350341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbmadrid"},{"teacherId":1331827,"projectId":9811017,"letterContent":"Having access to a high-tech color printer has been a game changer for us. For teachers, printing in color isn't just about making things look nice — it helps students better understand charts, graphs, maps, science diagrams, and visual learning materials. Clear, vibrant prints make lessons more engaging and accessible for all learners.\r\n\r\nJust as importantly, a quality printer helps us save significantly on ink and printing costs. When schools and teachers don't have to constantly replace cartridges or deal with inefficient equipment, we can stretch our limited budgets further and focus our resources where they matter most — on student learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity empowers us to teach more effectively and creatively every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1765569860241,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-color-to-learning-a-printer-to/9811017/","projectTitle":"Bringing Color to Learning: A Printer to Brighten Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maestra Madrid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1331827_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734906350341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbmadrid"},{"teacherId":1331827,"projectId":9880870,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our project, \"Exploring the Water Cycle Through Hands-On Science!\" Your contribution made it possible for my students to move beyond textbooks and truly experience science in action.\r\n\r\nBecause of the materials provided, students were able to model evaporation, condensation, and precipitation in interactive and engaging ways. Watching the water cycle unfold through experiments helped them grasp concepts that can otherwise feel abstract. Their excitement was evident as they made predictions, recorded observations, and connected their findings to real-world weather patterns.","fullyFundedDate":1763059890177,"projectUrl":"project/title-exploring-the-water-cycle-throug/9880870/","projectTitle":"Title: Exploring the Water Cycle Through Hands-On Science!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maestra Madrid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1331827_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734906350341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbmadrid"},{"teacherId":1331827,"projectId":9808609,"letterContent":"This project had a tremendous impact on their learning. Instead of simply reading about ecosystems, students built and observed their own living terrariums. They were able to see firsthand how water cycles, plant growth, condensation, and balance within an ecosystem work together. Their curiosity grew daily as they made observations, recorded data, and asked thoughtful scientific questions. Engagement was higher than ever because they were learning by doing.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helped turn our classroom into a living laboratory filled with curiosity, discovery, and big scientific thinking.","fullyFundedDate":1762267654567,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-ecosystems-big-discoveries-build/9808609/","projectTitle":"“Tiny Ecosystems, Big Discoveries: Building Terrariums in Our Classroom!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maestra Madrid","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1331827_orig.jpg?crop=1125,1125,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734906350341","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msbmadrid"},{"teacherId":1331827,"projectId":9718950,"letterContent":"Dear Generous Donors,\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for supporting our project, \"Honoring Mexican Heritage through Art, Books, and Culture!\" Because of your generosity, our students were able to experience learning in a meaningful, hands-on, and culturally affirming way.\r\n\r\nThe moment we introduced the new books and art materials, the excitement in the room was immediate. Students were eager to explore stories that reflected their heritage, traditions, and history. Many of them lit up when they recognized cultural references, Spanish vocabulary, traditional celebrations, and historical figures that connect to their own families and experiences. It was powerful to see them feel seen, valued, and proud.\r\n\r\nThe art supplies allowed students to creatively express what they learned. They created vibrant projects inspired by Mexican folk art, traditional colors, and cultural symbols. Our classroom transformed into a gallery of culture and pride! Students weren't just completing assignments — they were making personal connections and sharing stories from home.\r\n\r\nThese resources helped spark meaningful conversations about identity, heritage, and respect for diverse cultures. Your donation did more than provide materials — it built confidence, deepened understanding, and created joyful learning moments that our students will remember.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us celebrate Mexican heritage in a way that honors culture, creativity, and community. 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