{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Manlio Silva Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":16.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9211177,"projectId":9991294,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, my students will have the materials and resources they need to learn, grow, and feel excited about coming to school each day. Your kindness directly impacts second graders who are eager to explore, create, and succeed.\r\n\r\nTeaching is truly a team effort, and your donation shows my students that there are people who believe in them and care about their education. That means more than you know. Thank you for investing in our future and for making a real difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1772003746821,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-learning-together/9991294/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year Learning Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9211177_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728670152652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaurg"},{"teacherId":9211177,"projectId":9885088,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, my students will have the materials and resources they need to learn, grow, and feel excited about coming to school each day. Your kindness directly impacts second graders who are eager to explore, create, and succeed.\r\n\r\nTeaching is truly a team effort, and your donation shows my students that there are people who believe in them and care about their education. That means more than you know. Thank you for investing in our future and for making a real difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1770828886404,"projectUrl":"project/building-joy-and-calm-in-our-classroom/9885088/","projectTitle":"Building Joy and Calm in Our Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9211177_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728670152652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaurg"},{"teacherId":9211177,"projectId":10073090,"letterContent":"Thank you, future donors, for supporting my students as they take action to fight food insecurity and spread kindness through student-led snack packs for our school and community. Thank you, future donors, for supporting my students as they take action to fight food insecurity and spread kindness through student-led snack packs for our school and community.Thank you, future donors, for supporting my students as they take action to fight food insecurity and spread kindness through student-led snack packs for our school and community. Thank you, future donors, for supporting my students as they take action to fight food insecurity and spread kindness through student-led snack packs for our school and community.","fullyFundedDate":1770404714107,"projectUrl":"project/students-leading-with-compassion/10073090/","projectTitle":"Students Leading with Compassion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9211177_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728670152652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaurg"},{"teacherId":9211177,"projectId":9889265,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our first-grade classroom! Your kindness helps us stay organized, creative, and full of joy. We can't wait to celebrate our next Hot Chocolate Day and share smiles, learning, and gratitude—all thanks to you! We are so grateful for your support. Thank you again.\r\n\r\nMy students can earn Hot Chocolate Day by working hard, showing kindness, and following classroom expectations. When we celebrate, students will get to enjoy warm hot chocolate made with our Keurig as part of their reward. It's a fun, cozy way to recognize their hard work and positive behavior while building a strong classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1769178035045,"projectUrl":"project/staying-organized-energized-and-ready/9889265/","projectTitle":"Staying Organized, Energized, and Ready to Teach First Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaur","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9211177_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728670152652","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kaurg"},{"teacherId":4365017,"projectId":10074503,"letterContent":"Snack packs provide immediate support for students during after-school programs, school celebrations, and community gatherings. This student-led effort helps ensure that no child feels left out due to hunger while strengthening a culture of care, inclusion, and shared responsibility across the school.\r\n\r\nTo lead this initiative successfully, students will use a wide variety of individually wrapped snacks and drinks to create appealing, easy-to-distribute snack packs. These materials include Amazon Fresh Toaster Pastries, Rice Krispies Treats Minis, Sensible Portions Veggie Straws, Nabisco Team Favorites snack packs, OREO snack packs, Keebler Fudge Stripes Minis, Handi-Snacks RITZ Crackers 'N Cheesy Dip, Cinnamon Toast Crunch and REESE'S Puffs Cereal Treat Bars, and Lucky Charms and Golden Grahams S'mores Treat Bars. Snack packs will also include Yoo-hoo Chocolate Drink, Yoo-hoo Cookies and Cream flavored drink, and Snapple Kiwi Strawberry juice. 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Having access to snacks between arrival and lunch helps meet a basic need, ensuring that hunger does not interfere with their ability to participate and succeed.\r\n\r\nThe students were genuinely excited to receive the donations, and their smiles said it all. Your generosity not only supports their physical well-being but also shows them that their community cares about them.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your thoughtfulness and continued support.","fullyFundedDate":1771274428273,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-to-stay-focused/10093193/","projectTitle":"Snacks to Stay Focused","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thibault","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10432554_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771093743612","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10432554"},{"teacherId":1030007,"projectId":9466597,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and providing clear storage bins for our students. Your generosity is already making a big difference in our daily activities.\r\n\r\nBecause the bins are clear, students can easily see what materials are inside and independently choose activities that interest them. They are also able to take the bins on and off the shelves by themselves, which builds confidence and helps them get started quickly.\r\n\r\nThese bins have made our classroom more organized, accessible, and student-centered. My students are learning independence and responsibility while enjoying hands-on learning each day.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support and for believing in our young learners!","fullyFundedDate":1755749796505,"projectUrl":"project/clear-bins-clear-choices/9466597/","projectTitle":"Clear Bins, Clear Choices!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Henry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1030007_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y112&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1602452758786","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misspittman"},{"teacherId":4350373,"projectId":9867726,"letterContent":"My class and I are so appreciative for your support to this project. We started our second novel today in class. It is such a blessing for the students to each have a copy of the novel while we read without having to share. \r\n\r\nWe have already completed the first novel that arrived. The students learned about Native Americans. In the second novel, they are learning about pioneer time. Both novels tie into our social studies curriculum. \r\n\r\nNone of this would have been possible without your help. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1768519017775,"projectUrl":"project/novel-studies/9867726/","projectTitle":"Novel Studies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clanton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4350373_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760713018641","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4350373"},{"teacherId":10396664,"projectId":9982462,"letterContent":"We use our new rug every single day for whole-group lessons, morning meetings, movement breaks, and interactive learning activities. The built-in circles give each student their own assigned space, which has made a huge difference in focus and behavior. One standout moment was during a carpet lesson when students were fully engaged, sitting comfortably in their own spots, and able to focus on learning without distractions. The rug has truly transformed our carpet time into a calm, organized, and productive learning space.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was instant! I had been telling them about the rug ahead of time, so when it finally arrived, they were thrilled. Their faces lit up, and they couldn't wait to sit on it. They loved finding their own special spot and were so proud to have a space just for them. The rug also matches our black-and-white Mickey theme, which added an extra bit of magic to our classroom atmosphere.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue using the rug as a foundation for learning, collaboration, and movement. Having assigned spaces allows students to sit near new classmates, build new friendships, and stay focused during lessons. They will learn on it, dance on it, play on it, and interact with hands-on learning materials—all while building independence, self-regulation, and respect for shared spaces.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a learning environment where every student has their own space to grow, focus, and feel included. This rug has already made a lasting impact in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1767995575456,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-creative-carpet/9982462/","projectTitle":"Comfy Creative Carpet","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dinsdale","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10396664_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768016636272","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10396664"},{"teacherId":10238320,"projectId":9675604,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support! The carpet has done wodnes for classroom management and for my classes to have a better place to sit for our class. The first and second graders are especially fond of it. The carpet has been palced in the center of the room which allows for me to teach more effectively since I can now place students in my field of vision at all times. The carpet has also allowed for us to play circle games that my classes always look forward to when it is time for music. I cannot thank you enough for your support in this carpet.\r\n\r\nThe carpet has a perfect home in my classroom and will aid me in my teaching ventures. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1760693699971,"projectUrl":"project/a-musical-magic-carpet-for-our-classroom/9675604/","projectTitle":"A Musical Magic Carpet for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Clanton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10238320"},{"teacherId":4350373,"projectId":10057150,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation to our classroom library. My students are now able to access books at their reading level steps away from their desks. This is giving them the opportunity to have access to more books at their independent reading level. We are using classroom time for silent sustained reading. \r\n\r\nThey are eager to sit and read seeing all the choices they now have. We typically go to library once a week but students quickly finish those books. Having the added books is such a positive addition to our classroom. We are so appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1769389001176,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-for-all/10057150/","projectTitle":"Literacy for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clanton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4350373_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760713018641","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4350373"},{"teacherId":4350373,"projectId":10016845,"letterContent":"I feel so fortunate to have your support on this project. My students now keeping their Chromebooks and chargers at school. They are now able to charge their computers at the end of the day before they leave. We don't have to worry about low battery life or students forgetting computers at home. My lessons run smoothly without these interruptions to the lessons.\r\n\r\nStudents commented on how light their backpacks are without having to tyke them home each day in order to charge them. 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