{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Abraham Lincoln Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":21.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9433450,"projectId":9227730,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your incredibly generous donation of graphic novels, book bins, chairs, and shelves for our reading corner. Your support has made a world of difference to my students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, my second graders now have a vibrant collection of graphic novels that they absolutely adore. The variety of genres and characters has truly sparked their interest in reading, and I've seen a noticeable excitement in their eyes as they dive into these books. It's been such a joy to see how these novels have helped nurture their love for reading.\r\n\r\nThe book bins you provided were a much-needed upgrade, replacing the old ones that had seen better days. The students were thrilled to organize their books in the new bins, and the space looks so much more inviting now. The new chairs have been a hit too! They've made our reading corner a cozy and comfortable spot for my students to get lost in their books.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, I can't express how much your donation has meant to both my students and me.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible. Your kindness and generosity have truly made a lasting impact on my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746786406378,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novel-books-welcoming-reading/9227730/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novel Books & Welcoming Reading Corner for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9433450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705172628061","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9433450"},{"teacherId":8553196,"projectId":8983245,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous contributions to our classroom project on DonorsChoose. Because of your support, we now have a wonderful new collection of picture books that are already sparking excitement and curiosity among my students. These books have created more opportunities for read-alouds, independent reading, and thoughtful discussions—all essential parts of developing literacy and a lifelong love of learning.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a real difference. Many of my students don't have access to a variety of books at home, so having this rich and diverse library in our classroom means the world to them. I've already seen their faces light up as they explore the new stories, characters, and illustrations. Thank you for investing in their education and helping create a joyful, enriching learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1739373224616,"projectUrl":"project/storytime-sanctuary-fund-our-classroom/8983245/","projectTitle":"Storytime Sanctuary: Fund our Classroom Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bretz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8553196_orig.jpg?crop=679,679,x109,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659382330822","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8553196"},{"teacherId":9652756,"projectId":9113332,"letterContent":"I wanted to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of books to our classroom library. Your thoughtfulness and support mean so much—not only to me as an educator, but more importantly, to the students who now have access to new stories, knowledge, and worlds to explore. Each book you've provided is a doorway to curiosity, imagination, and learning.\r\n\r\nSince adding your books to our shelves, I've already seen students gravitate toward them with excitement. Whether it's a reluctant reader discovering a story that finally speaks to them, or an avid reader diving into a new genre, your gift is making a daily impact. It's inspiring to watch young minds light up because someone believed in the power of reading and chose to invest in their growth.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. You've helped create a richer, more engaging learning environment, and your support will be felt for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1739940657010,"projectUrl":"project/a-good-library-makes-every-classroom-fee/9113332/","projectTitle":"A Good Library Makes Every Classroom Feel Like Home","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cummings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9652756_orig.jpg?crop=4284,4284,x0,y585&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754582110170","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9652756"},{"teacherId":9433450,"projectId":9018980,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nI want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation to our classroom! Because of your support, my students now have brand-new headphones that are already making a meaningful impact in their daily learning.\r\n\r\nThe difference these headphones have made is incredible. Not only do they help students focus better during reading activities, learning apps, and assessments—but they're also so much more comfortable than the old ones we were using! Many students have mentioned how the new headphones don't hurt their ears and stay on better, allowing them to concentrate without distractions.\r\n\r\nOne student smiled and said, \"These are way better than the old ones! I can wear them all day!\" Your donation didn't just improve our tools—it improved how we feel while learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for making our classroom a better and more comfortable place to learn. We are so grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1739373212936,"projectUrl":"project/help-give-students-headphones/9018980/","projectTitle":"Help Give Students Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9433450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705172628061","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9433450"},{"teacherId":9433450,"projectId":8802545,"letterContent":"I hope you are doing well! I'm writing to share an update and express my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of small group intervention materials. Your support has made a huge difference in the lives of my students, and I am so grateful for your contribution.\r\n\r\nWith the new materials, I was able to implement more focused small group instruction during our WIN (What I Need) time, as well as during after-school intervention sessions. These resources gave me the ability to tailor lessons to meet the specific needs of my students, whether they were struggling with foundational skills or ready for more advanced challenges.\r\n\r\nThanks to the materials you provided, I saw real progress with my students. Many of them have shown significant improvement in their DIBELS scores, which is a testament to the effectiveness of these interventions. It has been incredibly rewarding to see students gain confidence in their abilities and achieve growth they might not have experienced otherwise.\r\n\r\nWhether during small group work or in one-on-one settings, the materials allowed me to engage students more deeply, offer targeted support, and keep them motivated throughout their learning journey. Your contribution has had a direct and positive impact on their academic success.\r\n\r\nI cannot thank you enough for helping make this possible. Your kindness and commitment to my students' success are truly appreciated. Thanks to you, many of my students are now better equipped to excel as they continue their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1734099445982,"projectUrl":"project/materials-for-small-group-instructionin/8802545/","projectTitle":"Materials for Small Group Instruction/Intervention","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9433450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705172628061","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9433450"},{"teacherId":9752071,"projectId":8891896,"letterContent":"On behalf of our first-grade class, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of audiobooks. Your kindness has brought joy, imagination, and a love of storytelling into our classroom in a truly meaningful way.\r\n\r\nThe audiobooks have quickly become a favorite part of our day. Whether we're listening during quiet time, following along in our books, or enjoying a story as a class, your gift has opened up new ways for our young learners to experience reading. For some of our students, these audiobooks are helping to build confidence and fluency; for others, they've sparked a deeper excitement for books and stories than ever before.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' learning and for helping to create a classroom filled with curiosity, imagination, and the magic of storytelling. Your support truly makes a difference, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1739373200491,"projectUrl":"project/listen-and-learn-exploring-stories-thro/8891896/","projectTitle":"Listen and Learn: Exploring Stories Through Audiobooks!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9752071"},{"teacherId":9433450,"projectId":8476645,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for supporting Scholastic News in my classroom. My students eagerly look forward to our weekly lessons with Scholastic News, and it has truly become an invaluable resource for their learning. Each week, the engaging topics not only spark their curiosity but also provide a meaningful opportunity to work on their reading comprehension skills.\r\n\r\nWhat I love most is how Scholastic News makes learning feel exciting and relevant. The variety of topics keeps my students engaged and encourages them to think critically about the world around them. I've also started using the extra worksheets for reading comprehension quizzes, which have been a huge hit with my students. They enjoy the challenges these quizzes present, and I can see how they help them strengthen their skills while learning new things.\r\n\r\nAs someone who grew up reading Scholastic News, I can't express how rewarding it is to see my students enjoy it just as much as I did. The connection to something that was such a positive part of my own learning experience makes it all the more special. It's an incredible feeling to know that my students are not only gaining knowledge but also developing a lifelong love for learning.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for providing such an excellent resource that continues to enrich my students' education. I truly appreciate all the support, and I look forward to using Scholastic News with my class for many more weeks to come.","fullyFundedDate":1726657613672,"projectUrl":"project/learning-to-read-with-scholastic-news-an/8476645/","projectTitle":"Learning to Read with Scholastic News and Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzalez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9433450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705172628061","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9433450"},{"teacherId":6219066,"projectId":8852619,"letterContent":"In the past two months we have figured out the grossest places on our campus, it was the kindergarten slide. We grew bacteria and tested our theories. We looked up which mold or bacteria was growing making for a wonderful and gross topic of conversation.\r\nThis week we utilized the sun and created solar cars. The ingenuity of their work was priceless! We raced all over campus. The kids now understand the steps of the scientific methodology's and how to interpret data, allows us one step closer to goals. Thank you all for the memories, laughs and gross fun we have had so far!","fullyFundedDate":1734985944833,"projectUrl":"project/science-is-everywhere-we-want-to-try-it/8852619/","projectTitle":"Science Is Everywhere, We Want to Try It All!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Poirier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6219066_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y595&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1563292657660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6219066"},{"teacherId":9783341,"projectId":8838150,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to express our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation towards the purchase of multipurpose stools for small group instruction in our English Language Arts and Math classes. Your support has made a meaningful difference in the classroom.\r\n\r\nThe students were absolutely thrilled to see the new stools, and they have already started using them with enthusiasm. These stools are not only functional but have greatly enhanced the learning environment, allowing for more flexibility and engagement during instruction.\r\n\r\nYour generosity directly impacts the success and comfort of our students, and we are so grateful for your contribution. 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