{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kirk Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":21.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9934518,"projectId":9138857,"letterContent":"As we explore the needs of plants, my Kinders are actively engaged in providing those needs. The 'gardener\" moves our plants outdoors to get sunlight and waters them. \r\nThey are excitedly awaiting their plants to sprout to life. When will they flower? What color will the petals be? These are the questions that otherwise would not have crossed their minds? \r\nOpportunities like these don't often happen for our class. Your generosity has resulted in a bloom of smiles across all of our students' faces.","fullyFundedDate":1750166261289,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-flowers/9138857/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Flowers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leasure","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9934518"},{"teacherId":8289484,"projectId":9256902,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project! Because of your generosity, my students ended the year with fun and meaningful Theme Day activities that kept them excited about learning, even during the hot summer months.\r\n\r\nThe water dispenser kept everyone hydrated, and the supplies for Beach Day, Camping Day, Ice Cream Day, and Water Day brought so much joy to our classroom. These activities gave my students well-deserved rewards for all their hard work and created memories they will never forget.\r\n\r\nYour kindness truly made a difference for my students, and we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1746786202606,"projectUrl":"project/state-testing-and-year-end-survival/9256902/","projectTitle":"State Testing and Year End Survival","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leonardo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8289484_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682892219295","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8289484"},{"teacherId":8897768,"projectId":9008380,"letterContent":"We want to thank you for this amazing backpack card that was donated to us. No more tripping over the backpacks, no more bugs crawling into backpacks and jackets, and we were able to keep the cart inside the classroom. The students loved it so much now that they are able to bring snacks and bugs doesn't get into the backpacks. This is our first donation and my first time using Donors Choose. I didn't think it was possible. Thank you so much again for your big hearts. I posted another class project, please help us make that come true. Thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1739366792428,"projectUrl":"project/an-organized-cart-for-our-backpacks-and/9008380/","projectTitle":"An Organized Cart for Our Backpacks and Jackets","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Younes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8897768_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734366185351","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8897768"},{"teacherId":9923145,"projectId":9112635,"letterContent":"First off, thank you so much for your generous donations. Starting out our kids did not have pencils to write with; your contribution was/is greatly appreciated. We were able to complete a lot of fun projects in class with our new materials. They were able to showcase their brilliant bright abilities with their bright donations. \r\n\r\nOne of their most favorite things to do now is play computer games. Before the donation they were unable to charge and play on laptops for a few months. With the donation of laptop charges computer games and assignments have been far too enjoyable. Thank you again so much.","fullyFundedDate":1739888142613,"projectUrl":"project/autism-class-in-need-of-materials/9112635/","projectTitle":"Autism Class in Need of Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9923145"},{"teacherId":9912523,"projectId":9089446,"letterContent":"The students loved using the air-dry clay to make fossils. We learned about how animals, dinosaurs, plants and even humans can make fossils. We let the clay dry overnight and painted them with the paints you help donated. \r\n\r\nOur students find it really helpful using the manipulatives for math time. They also like receiving a squishy toy as a reward for good behavior and for doing their work. \r\nThey enjoy the popcorn you help donate for snack time. We used the microwave to make the popcorn and heat up lunches.","fullyFundedDate":1739366790917,"projectUrl":"project/art-and-craft-projects-for-34-autism-cl/9089446/","projectTitle":"Art and Craft Projects for 3,4 Autism Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Espinoza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9912523"},{"teacherId":8289484,"projectId":8980530,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of my classroom. My students were so excited to receive new dry erase markers and white board erasers! My students use mini whiteboards every day across our learning. Dry erase markers are used to practice spelling words and when dictating sentences. Students use white boards, markers, and erasers during math to draw pictures to solve addition and subtraction problems.\r\n\r\nSoft Kleenex has been a life saver during allergy season! We go through tissues quickly and when the school ran out it was a blessing to receive your donation of facial tissue. We also appreciate the hand sanitizer that helps us stay clean and healthy.\r\n\r\nWe cannot thank you enough for the brand new headphones! With a classroom full of students, they have to use headphones while listening to lessons on their computers. Students play learning games on their computers that help them practice math, reading, vocabulary, and spelling.","fullyFundedDate":1739366812351,"projectUrl":"project/give-us-what-we-need-to-succeed/8980530/","projectTitle":"Give Us What We Need to Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leonardo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8289484_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682892219295","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8289484"},{"teacherId":8289484,"projectId":8811660,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project. This backpack cart is so sturdy. I can see it lasting for my entire teaching career! \r\nMy students are now able to safely hang up their backpacks and jackets before coming into the classroom. This cart has enough hooks for every student to hang their backpack and room for jackets as well.\r\nThis cart has helped us be so much more organized. It makes the classroom feel bigger not having our backpacks and jackets on the floor. We can now use the library for reading instead of backpack storage. We are so thankful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1731940523666,"projectUrl":"project/an-organized-cart-for-our-backpacks-and/8811660/","projectTitle":"An Organized Cart for Our Backpacks and Jackets","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Leonardo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8289484_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682892219295","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8289484"},{"teacherId":9912581,"projectId":9089792,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our class. The children were able to complete a number of projects in the class. Our biggest project was for Black History month. The children and I did a wall outside our class \"Black History in Autism\" the children wrote \r\nabout an induvial who have achieved great things despite of their disability. We also use this in our Black History program to share with the parents, staff and students. It was a big success.\r\n The children also enjoy all toys and baby dolls we got. This made it a good reason to work and finish their work to get 10 min play in between work assignments. they were very excited to see all the new things we got for our classroom. 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