{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Herman Leimbach Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":307587,"projectId":10181447,"letterContent":"Testing weeks have begun and my students are very excited to have snacks to help keep them nourished and energized! Not only does it help their hunger, but it gives them joy when they get to have snacks they love! \r\nWhen I opened the boxes from this project, my students were shocked and amazed by your generosity! They learned what giving to others is about and that it is more important to give than to receive. \r\nEach day that we have opened a new snack has lowered their anxiety as we get ready for testing. \r\nThank you for giving my students a time to remember where it's more exciting than stressful!","fullyFundedDate":1776650041034,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-school-success/10181447/","projectTitle":"Snacks for School Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Komula","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp307587_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450147937075","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mkomula"},{"teacherId":10260575,"projectId":9989453,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support to get my students writing. Many of my students are English Language Learners and struggle most with writing. Through your support, we were able to use a step-by-step writing program to break down the process into bite size chunks. \r\n\r\nWe also received books to help motivate our class both with exciting stories and with book that show us how to manage our emotions. My class is together all day long and can struggle with getting along. These books are great for working through emotion management. \r\n\r\nMy class is really loving the new books during independent reading. Several of the books have been passed around from student to student. \r\n\r\nThanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1768845253926,"projectUrl":"project/tools-to-know-our-feelings-and-become-gr/9989453/","projectTitle":"Tools to Know Our Feelings and Become Great Writers!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mejia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10260575_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758078376480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10260575"},{"teacherId":9681597,"projectId":10064545,"letterContent":"This supplies donation project has made a meaningful difference in my classroom by ensuring that every student has access to basic materials they need to learn and succeed. Before receiving these resources, some students were limited by a lack of supplies, which could impact their confidence, participation, and ability to fully engage in lessons. Now, all students have equitable access to tools, paper, pencils, and creative materials, allowing them to focus on learning rather than worrying about what they are missing. \r\nThe donated supplies have also increased student engagement and enthusiasm. They were so excited when the box of materials were coming in. They couldn't wait to use all the materials. Since receiving them, the students are more motivated to complete their work, participate in activities, and take pride in their learning. Hands-on projects, writing tasks, and creative assignments have become more meaningful because students have the tools to fully express their ideas. \r\nIn addition, this project has helped build a stronger sense of community within the classroom . Students are learning the value of generosity and support, and they feel cared for knowing that others have invested in their success. Overall, these donations have created more inclusive, prepared, and positive learning environment where all students can strive. Thank You!!","fullyFundedDate":1769743816737,"projectUrl":"project/helping-fourth-graders-succeed/10064545/","projectTitle":"Helping Fourth Graders Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tamariz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9681597"},{"teacherId":8578931,"projectId":9959736,"letterContent":"My students used their art supplies for their social studies project and book character study for number the stars. How are you and your students using the new resources? Share a specific classroom project or moment.\r\nHow did your students react when they first saw the materials?\r\nYour donors got a little peek into your classroom by contributing to your project, and we know that they'd love to learn more. What are the next steps for your students on a current classroom lesson or project?\r\n\r\nHere is a polished response you can use for your donors update, written in a warm and specific classroom voice that fits your class projects well ✨📚🎨\r\n\r\nMy students were incredibly excited to use their new art supplies right away. We first used them during our social studies project work, where students created visual pieces connected to our current history unit, and again during our Number the Stars book character study. For the character study, students used the materials to design thoughtful character representations, showing important traits, symbols, and evidence from the text. It was exciting to see how much pride they took in making their work detailed, colorful, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, students immediately noticed the difference in quality and were eager to begin creating. There was a lot of excitement in the room, and many students commented that having fresh supplies made them feel like their projects were important and special. Even students who are sometimes hesitant during academic tasks became more engaged because they could express their thinking creatively.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue using these resources in upcoming cross-curricular projects. In social studies, students will apply them to new history-based assignments that require both research and visual presentation. In reading, we will continue responding to literature through creative projects that connect text evidence with artistic expression. These materials are helping students build stronger connections between academics and creativity, while also giving them opportunities to take pride in their learning every day. 🌟✏️📖","fullyFundedDate":1769178041115,"projectUrl":"project/art-for-all/9959736/","projectTitle":"Art for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mac Latchie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8578931_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659848331000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8578931"},{"teacherId":307587,"projectId":9898075,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. My students were overjoyed when I used the magnetic whiteboard paper to guide them in writing. It really helped them to learn more about paragraph structure. In addition, the primary magnetic paper helped them with formation of cursive letters. My students love practicing cursive writing!! \r\n\r\nThey also loved using all the supplies to make projects when we learned about fractions and money. In addition, the donations helped me run off our writing packets when we were studying about jellyfish, stingrays and dolphins. \r\n\r\nThis year of projects couldn't have been possible without your generous support! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1769178045208,"projectUrl":"project/new-2nd3rd-grade-combo-class/9898075/","projectTitle":"New 2nd/3rd Grade Combo Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Komula","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp307587_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450147937075","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mkomula"},{"teacherId":5449703,"projectId":10005851,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation. The headsets have been a hit — my students are fully engaged in digital learning without worrying about glitchy sound. The resources have expanded the ways my students can engage with content and demonstrate learning. By allowing them to record their voices for a final project, students are able to present their work in a new format and practice oral communication skills. This option also gives them a chance to reflect on their presentation by listening to themselves, which deepens their metacognitive awareness and helps them improve over time.\r\n\r\nStudents also now have reliable access to read-aloud books and \"read to me\" options on academic practice games. I can assign enriching or reteaching independent activities to support students while I work with a small group.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting my students on their learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1769178040193,"projectUrl":"project/quality-headsets-to-help-students-access/10005851/","projectTitle":"Quality Headsets to Help Students Access Digital Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lara","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5449703_orig.png?crop=828,827,x0,y198&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702528053235","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5449703"},{"teacherId":371998,"projectId":9812544,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to our art project supplies. My students are thrilled to use over 50 different colors of acrylic paints. They have never seen so many beautiful colors before. They are really excited to use the paints on their mini 3x3 black canvases and mini canvases with easels. I know that they will be able to show their creativity in unique ways. We are grateful for your help to our project. I teach Fine Art lessons every Friday, where we learn about different artists and their techniques. This donation will really help me teach art in depth. Their experiences with these supplies will be a memory they will never forget!","fullyFundedDate":1769178040459,"projectUrl":"project/painting-on-canvases-for-creative-minds/9812544/","projectTitle":"Painting on canvases for creative minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Worth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp371998_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1607646688442","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/371998"},{"teacherId":371998,"projectId":9500632,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my classroom. Having extra snacks has been very helpful. Even though my students get free lunch, they are often late and miss out on breakfast. Having snacks on hand really helps them make it until lunch time which is 12:30. Extra supplies for our projects has made it a lot easier for every student to have something to use. We don't have to share and for other to be finished using the supplies we had. I am forever grateful for your donation. My students feel special and loved. With your generosity, my students are given extra comfort at school.","fullyFundedDate":1763079542119,"projectUrl":"project/group-projects-require-additional-school/9500632/","projectTitle":"Group Projects Require Additional School Supplies and Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Worth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp371998_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1607646688442","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/371998"},{"teacherId":10260575,"projectId":9720436,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support. With you help, I was able to buy a new writing program that supports me and my students with writing informational, opinion, and narrative. \r\n\r\nThe program is broken down with mentor texts and step by step guidance that is so helpful to me in my first year in fourth grade. \r\n\r\nMy students are already progressing from their first expository piece to their second. It's amazing to see growth so quickly. It keeps me and my students motivated to become better writers and it helps in our reading too. \r\n\r\nThank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1762554868420,"projectUrl":"project/teaching-again-after-10-years/9720436/","projectTitle":"Teaching Again After 10 Years!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mejia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10260575_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758078376480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10260575"},{"teacherId":10260575,"projectId":9713379,"letterContent":"My students loved opening the box of the Math supplies. Some of the items we have used as resources like the colorful magnetic place value tiles that stay on the board. \r\n\r\nDuring stations, my students love to use the dice and multiplication white board to practice their math facts. The multiplication white boards are always the first thing to go during free choice in stations. These allow them to practice making a multiplication chart quickly. \r\n\r\nWe use the place value blocks during whole group, small group, and individually to break apart big lessons. We are so appreciative of all the supplies. Even as we move on from place value, we are using the materials regularly.","fullyFundedDate":1758912645462,"projectUrl":"project/bump-up-our-math-skills-tell-5-and-500/9713379/","projectTitle":"Bump UP our Math Skills! Tell 5 and 500 apart!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mejia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10260575_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758078376480","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10260575"},{"teacherId":8578931,"projectId":9418477,"letterContent":"These items my students earn through good behavior in the classroom. They earn what I call cattle cash which they get to spend at farmers market once a month. It teaches students how to save money, how to budget for items they want to buy, along with helping me mange behaviors in the classroom. Thank you for helping provide these items for my students. \r\n\r\nWe have already have 2 farmers markets were students have used their Cattle Cash to buy items. They loved it, it was all made possible because of your kind donations.","fullyFundedDate":1755521835394,"projectUrl":"project/farmers-market-supplies/9418477/","projectTitle":"FARMERS MARKET Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mac Latchie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8578931_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659848331000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8578931"},{"teacherId":5449703,"projectId":9195938,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my classroom. Having supplies to create meaningful writing activities for my students is invaluable. The students enjoy using these \"special supplies\" and are more engaged in their learning.\r\nThe dry-erase pockets are fantastic for activities that we do multiple times. They are also great when I am working with students who need additional support, as I can model sentence structure for them while we brainstorm together. They can then copy the sentence we created.\r\nMy independent students are collaborating well in their groups. Being able to reuse the same worksheets saves time, and I can easily rotate different prompts between groups. Writing is a challenging subject for getting students to buy in, and these supplies have helped me make it more fun, resulting in a higher rate of engagement.\r\nYour generosity makes a positive impact on my students' learning. 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