{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Amador Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":13.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6017257,"projectId":10194800,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my TK classroom with outdoor toys, balls, gross motor activities, and play animals! Your generosity is making a wonderful difference in the lives of my young students.\r\n\r\nThese materials will give my students more opportunities to move, explore, imagine, and learn through play. The balls and gross motor activities will help them build coordination, balance, strength, and confidence while staying active outdoors. The play animals will inspire imaginative play, creativity, language development, and social interaction as they create their own stories and adventures.\r\n\r\nFor our young learners, play is such an important part of learning. Having engaging materials available allows my students to develop important physical, social-emotional, and cognitive skills while having fun and enjoying being at school.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your kindness and generosity. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping make learning more joyful, active, and meaningful for our TK students!\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,\r\nA grateful TK teacher and her little learners","fullyFundedDate":1777580025402,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-play-for-tk/10194800/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Play for TK!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tenney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6017257_orig.jpg?crop=706,706,x230,y245&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741656267134","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/trishatenney"},{"teacherId":8978529,"projectId":10110242,"letterContent":"My TK students were so excited when they first saw the new materials! They immediately began exploring, building letters and numbers, creating patterns, and using the puppets to act out stories and solve problems together. These resources have made learning much more hands-on, engaging, and meaningful for my students. We continue to use them during literacy and math centers to strengthen foundational academic skills while also building creativity, confidence, communication, and social-emotional growth through play and collaboration. It has been wonderful to watch students become more excited about learning and eager to participate in classroom activities each day.","fullyFundedDate":1778610484541,"projectUrl":"project/play-learn-grow-tk-tools-for-success/10110242/","projectTitle":"Play, Learn, Grow: TK Tools for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8978529_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678137564299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978529"},{"teacherId":8978529,"projectId":10195582,"letterContent":"The students were thrilled when they saw the new materials and immediately began building, creating, and exploring together in our outdoor garden area. The animal figures inspired imaginative play, while the building sets encouraged teamwork, problem solving, and creativity. Students especially loved using the Rainbow Crystal Cubes in the sunlight to explore colors, light, and patterns. These hands-on materials have created meaningful daily learning experiences that support STEM, creativity, collaboration, and communication in our TK classroom every day.","fullyFundedDate":1778033009499,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-imaginative-outdoor-pla/10195582/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Imaginative Outdoor Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coyle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8978529_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1678137564299","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8978529"},{"teacherId":2402458,"projectId":10102201,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project for our 3rd grade classroom. Because of your kindness, we were able to purchase engaging learning games and a color printer that have already made a meaningful impact on our students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nThe learning games have brought excitement, collaboration, and hands-on practice into our classroom. Students are more engaged during lessons, and the games help reinforce important math, reading, and problem-solving skills in a fun and interactive way. It has been wonderful to see students build confidence while learning through play.\r\n\r\nThe color printer has also become an invaluable tool in our classroom. Being able to print colorful visuals, activities, and student resources has helped make lessons more accessible and engaging for all learners. Students are especially excited to see their work displayed and celebrated in vibrant color.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has created opportunities for creativity, deeper learning, and increased student motivation. Most importantly, your support shows our students that there are people who believe in them and care about their education.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our entire classroom, thank you for helping us create a more engaging and enriching learning environment for our students. Your support truly makes a difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1771879007307,"projectUrl":"project/learning-games-books-and-color-printin/10102201/","projectTitle":"Learning Games, Books, and Color Printing for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ahn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2402458"},{"teacherId":6017257,"projectId":9748211,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of baby doll toys to our TK classroom. Your thoughtfulness and support mean so much to us and to our students.\r\n\r\nThese dolls are already becoming a favorite in our classroom! Through imaginative play, students are learning to express care, practice empathy, and build important social and language skills. It's been so special to watch them nurture, role-play, and connect with one another in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and for being such an important part of our classroom community. Your support helps create a warm, engaging environment where our students can learn and grow every day.","fullyFundedDate":1758834534376,"projectUrl":"project/caring-for-our-baby-dolls-learning-thro/9748211/","projectTitle":"Caring for Our Baby Dolls: Learning Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tenney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6017257_orig.jpg?crop=706,706,x230,y245&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741656267134","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/trishatenney"},{"teacherId":6017257,"projectId":9895210,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in purchasing fine motor toys for our TK classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our students' learning and development.\r\n\r\nThese materials are already helping our young learners strengthen essential skills such as hand coordination, grip, and control—all while engaging in fun, hands-on activities. It's wonderful to see their excitement as they explore, create, and build confidence through play.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your investment in our students' growth and success. Your support helps create a nurturing and enriching environment where every child can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1763903065773,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-stem-foundations-through/9895210/","projectTitle":"Building Strong STEM Foundations Through Fine Motor Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tenney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6017257_orig.jpg?crop=706,706,x230,y245&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741656267134","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/trishatenney"},{"teacherId":6017257,"projectId":9459803,"letterContent":"A well-organized Transitional Kindergarten (TK) classroom, especially one supported through DonorsChoose, can make a noticeable difference in how young students learn, behave, and feel each day. Even simple materials like storage bins and cups have a powerful impact when they are plentiful and thoughtfully used.\r\n\r\nFirst, having many storage bins helps create a structured and predictable environment. At the TK level, children are just beginning to learn routines and independence. Clearly organized materials make it easier for them to find what they need and return items when they are done. This reduces confusion, saves instructional time, and teaches responsibility. When everything has a place, students feel more confident navigating the classroom on their own.\r\n\r\nCups are also highly useful tools in a TK classroom. They can hold crayons, markers, scissors, or math manipulatives, and they support a wide range of hands-on activities. Having enough cups for each student or group prevents unnecessary sharing conflicts and keeps lessons running smoothly. It also supports cleanliness and organization during snack time, art projects, and learning centers.\r\n\r\nA classroom with enough supplies allows teachers to plan more engaging, interactive lessons. Instead of limiting activities due to a lack of materials, teachers can provide each child with what they need to fully participate. This leads to better focus, increased engagement, and stronger skill development. Young learners especially benefit from hands-on experiences, and having adequate materials makes those experiences possible.\r\n\r\nIn addition, an organized classroom creates a calmer and more welcoming atmosphere. Young children can easily feel overwhelmed in cluttered or chaotic spaces. Storage bins and labeled containers help reduce visual noise and create clear learning areas. This sense of order supports emotional well-being and encourages positive behavior. Students are more likely to stay on task and feel comfortable in a clean, organized environment.\r\n\r\nDonations also play an important role beyond just providing materials. Support from DonorsChoose connects classrooms with a broader community that values education. Teachers often work with limited budgets, and these contributions help fill important gaps. Knowing that others care enough to support their classroom can boost both teacher morale and student appreciation.\r\n\r\nOverall, a TK classroom equipped with plenty of storage bins and cups is more than just organized—it becomes a space where students can learn independence, stay engaged, and feel secure. 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