{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sequoia Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":6.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9156277,"projectId":10433034,"letterContent":"Thank you again for the board games for our classroom! When we finish a unit in math, we have a board game day instead of a math lesson. It's a fun day of practicing life skills like strategy and taking turns all while having fun!\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when I told them our project was funded. When the packages started to arrive, I opened them with the class and they could not wait to play. On game day, there is usually a line at my desk of students who want to play Connect 4 with me, it's very cute. I enjoy the community building that it has brought too. \r\n\r\nWe plan to continue to use the board games for fun and for learning. We have a money unit coming up in math and the Monopoly Jr games will be perfect for that. I cant thank you enough for the games that you provided for us.","fullyFundedDate":1787135853020,"projectUrl":"project/board-games-build-bright-minds/10433034/","projectTitle":"Board Games Build Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Beaubien","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9156277_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x38,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754620716136","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9156277"},{"teacherId":3157470,"projectId":10393224,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our first grade classroom with a new carpet! We are using it every day as a special gathering space for read-alouds, morning meetings, partner discussions, and hands-on learning. The carpet has made our classroom feel even more welcoming and gives students a comfortable place to come together and learn. One special moment was during a recent read-aloud, when the whole class gathered on the carpet and excitedly shared predictions about what would happen next in the story. It was wonderful to see students listening to one another, raising their hands, and building on each other's ideas.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new carpet, they were so excited! They immediately wanted to sit on it and could not wait to use our new classroom space. They even removed their shoes to keep the carpet clean during the first few weeks. Their enthusiasm made it clear how much a simple resource like this can mean to young learners. The carpet has quickly become a favorite part of our classroom and a place where students feel connected to their classmates and ready to participate.\r\n\r\nRight now, we are continuing to work on reading comprehension and developing our ability to retell stories using key details. Our next steps are to read new books together, practice identifying the beginning, middle, and end of a story, and work with partners to share our thinking. Having this carpet gives us the perfect place to gather, discuss, and learn together. Thank you for helping create a classroom environment where my students can feel comfortable, engaged, and excited to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1787135851774,"projectUrl":"project/a-space-for-everyone/10393224/","projectTitle":"A Space for Everyone","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. C.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3157470_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1507594719727","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3157470"},{"teacherId":1047864,"projectId":10441365,"letterContent":"Through your generous donations, we have been able to secure 10 high-quality stools for our back tables and small-group work. When I showed my students that we had been gifted these amazing resources, they were thrilled! They had been using old chairs that did not fit the work we were doing in our classroom. The new stools are a much better fit for our furniture and, more importantly, for the way my students learn. \r\nThey are comfortable, versatile, and allow students to sit with good posture, making it easier for them to focus, think, and engage in their learning.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the stools, they were very excited to try them out! Everyone wanted to be a part of my small-group instruction. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm and curiosity about something that may seem like a simple classroom resource but has already made a meaningful difference in our learning environment. I love working with students in smaller settings because it gives me the opportunity to focus on individual needs, provide targeted instruction, and build stronger connections with my students. Having the stools available makes these small-group experiences more comfortable and inviting.\r\n\r\nSmall-group instruction is an important part of our classroom because students benefit from having opportunities to ask questions, practice new skills, and receive immediate feedback. The stools help create a space where students can gather together and feel like they are part of a team. They also make it easier for me to move between different groups and adjust our learning space based on what we are working on that day. Whether we are reading, practicing a new skill, reviewing a concept, or working together on a project, the stools provide flexible seating that supports our activities.\r\n\r\nMy students also love working in small peer groups. The stools make it easy for them to work together without being limited to one particular area of the classroom. They can be used at our back tables or moved to another desirable location for reading groups, partner activities, and peer-to-peer learning. This flexibility encourages students to take greater ownership of their learning space. They have already begun finding creative ways to use the stools that I had not even considered!\r\n\r\nWe have just gotten our year started, so these stools will be used daily throughout the school year. I know they will become an important part of our classroom routines and learning experiences. They have opened up new opportunities for students to work comfortably at our back tables while also allowing us to take learning to other areas of the room. Instead of being restricted by the furniture we had available before, my students now have seating that can adapt to the activity and the needs of the group.\r\n\r\nWhat I appreciate most is that these stools are helping me create a classroom where students feel comfortable, engaged, and ready to learn. They may be a small addition to our classroom, but they have already had a big impact. The excitement my students showed when they first saw them reminded me how meaningful it can be to provide students with resources that make them feel valued and supported.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and for your attention to this DonorsChoose project. Your donation has provided more than just 10 stools. You have helped create additional opportunities for collaboration, small-group instruction, movement, and meaningful learning. Thank you for caring enough to notice classroom projects and take action to support teachers and students. Your generosity makes a real difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful for donors like you!","fullyFundedDate":1787135852617,"projectUrl":"project/stools-for-groups/10441365/","projectTitle":"Stools for Groups","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ovadia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1047864_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538364623056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ovadiak"},{"teacherId":1047864,"projectId":10359959,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! We are thrilled to have access to: A Wrinkle in Time, Wings of Fire, The City of Ember, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, Warriors: Into the Wild, The Serpent's Secret, and Percy Jackson and the Olympians for our Fantasy Book Clubs! We now have a wonderful mix of classic favorites and newer, high-interest titles. These books have already put smiles on the faces of my students. I could see the spark in their eyes as they discovered the many exciting books now available in our classroom.\r\n\tTo help everyone have equal access to picking a book of their interest, we are going to initiate a Book Tasting! This is a fun activity where students view a video trailer of the book, then they get to hold and look at each book. After they have a good sense of what the books are about, each student will get to pick which book they want to read for Book Clubs. This creates space for everyone to have a voice and choice for the book they will read. My students love to read but they are more engaged and connected to the text when they get to pick what they read. \r\n\tMy students read daily! They love to finish their work and pull out a book. They love quiet reading time after lunch. They love reading with friends. Having students participate in a book-club style of reading is helping to promote life long readers. Students will work on their own pacing, group conversations, notetaking, and then complete a final one-pager to showcase what they have gleaned from the story. This deep reflection and book work on a high interest book will help develop skills that will last a lifetime. \r\n\tNone of these amazing learning experiences would have been possible without generous DonorsChoose donors like you! Thank you for bringing Fantasy Book Clubs to my students.","fullyFundedDate":1785257213728,"projectUrl":"project/fantasy-book-clubs-for-5th-grade/10359959/","projectTitle":"Fantasy Book Clubs for 5th Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ovadia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1047864_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538364623056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ovadiak"},{"teacherId":10218128,"projectId":10455049,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our STEAM Lab and helping us create a cleaner, healthier space for our students! Our lab is a very busy place, with students from across the school coming in throughout the week to explore science, engineering, art, technology, and hands-on projects. Having an air purifier running in our classroom helps keep the air cleaner and makes our shared learning space feel fresher and more comfortable.\r\n\r\nYour support has an impact on so many students, not just one class. Each week, children are building, designing, experimenting, creating, and collaborating in this room. Knowing that we can do all of that in a cleaner classroom environment is something I truly appreciate.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and our STEAM Lab. We are so grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1787135852378,"projectUrl":"project/cleaner-air-for-our-steam-lab/10455049/","projectTitle":"Cleaner Air for Our STEAM Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lipkin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10218128"},{"teacherId":10471975,"projectId":10173601,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for generously purchasing books for our classroom library. Your support has given my students access to new stories, ideas, characters, and worlds that will inspire their imaginations and strengthen their reading skills.\r\n\r\nThese books mean more to our class than simply adding titles to a shelf. They give every student the opportunity to discover a book that reflects their experiences, sparks their curiosity, or introduces them to something new. A welcoming and diverse classroom library helps students see reading not just as an assignment, but as an enjoyable and meaningful part of their lives.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students can explore, learn, and grow as readers every day. You are helping us build a classroom culture where books are valued, curiosity is encouraged, and a lifelong love of reading can begin.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1777981575708,"projectUrl":"project/chapter-books-big-dreams/10173601/","projectTitle":"Chapter Books, Big Dreams","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marshall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10471975"},{"teacherId":3530889,"projectId":10015513,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our fifth grade fantasy book clubs! Because of your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a space full of imagination, excitement, and meaningful learning.\r\n\r\nOur students were absolutely thrilled to receive the new books. Many of them are exploring the fantasy genre for the very first time, and it has opened up a whole new world of creativity and curiosity. They are especially excited to work in small groups, where they can share ideas, make predictions, and dive deeper into their stories together.\r\n\r\nThese book clubs have already sparked rich conversations, strengthened reading skills, and built a stronger sense of community in our classroom. Most importantly, students are developing a genuine love of reading. That is a gift that will stay with them far beyond this school year.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support in making this possible. Thank you for investing in our students and inspiring a lifelong love of learning.","fullyFundedDate":1769022090417,"projectUrl":"project/fantasy-book-clubs-for-fifth-grade/10015513/","projectTitle":"Fantasy Book Clubs for Fifth Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3530889_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739915845654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3530889"},{"teacherId":9156277,"projectId":9930853,"letterContent":"The new books support a wide range of reading skills, including comprehension, vocabulary development, and making connections to the text. Students are practicing identifying main ideas, characters, and key details, as well as learning how to ask questions and make predictions while they read. Many of the books also introduce important social-emotional lessons such as kindness, perseverance, empathy, and problem-solving, which lead to meaningful classroom discussions and real-life connections.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is engaging, student-centered, and joyful. Students participate in read-alouds, small-group instruction, partner reading, and independent reading time. With the addition of flexible seating like wobble chairs, students are able to choose comfortable spots where they can focus and stay engaged. Reading is no longer just an assignment — it's a time when students are excited, relaxed, and eager to explore new stories.\r\n\r\nI have several students who were previously reluctant readers who are now choosing to read independently and asking for more time with the new books. Students who benefit from movement are especially thriving — paired with the wobble chairs, they can focus longer and feel more confident as readers. It has been amazing to see students light up when they find a book that truly interests them and feel successful as they read.","fullyFundedDate":1764600023526,"projectUrl":"project/early-literacy-practice/9930853/","projectTitle":"Early Literacy Practice","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Beaubien","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9156277_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x38,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754620716136","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9156277"},{"teacherId":9156277,"projectId":9548188,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of you, my students now have access to many wonderful new books and flexible seating options that are already making a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nEverytime a package came, we were all excited to open it together!\r\n\r\nThe books have been a huge hit with my students. They are excited to explore new stories, build their reading skills, and engage more deeply during independent reading and small-group lessons. Seeing their enthusiasm for reading grow has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nYour kindness and belief in our classroom have helped create a learning environment where all students can thrive. Thank you for investing in my students and for helping make our classroom a more engaging and supportive place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1755690466818,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-and-focused-learning-environ/9548188/","projectTitle":"Comfortable and Focused Learning Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Beaubien","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9156277_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x38,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754620716136","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9156277"},{"teacherId":3530889,"projectId":9510285,"letterContent":"The book series donated through DonorsChoose has had an incredible impact on my students' reading growth and motivation. With access to engaging, high-quality texts, students are more excited to read than ever before. They eagerly dive into each new book, discussing characters, predicting outcomes, and sharing their favorite parts with classmates. Having an entire series to explore has helped them stay motivated, build reading stamina, and take pride in completing books. These resources have turned reading into an exciting adventure, fostering a love of learning that extends beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1753828679926,"projectUrl":"project/series-to-spark-a-love-of-reading/9510285/","projectTitle":"Series to Spark a Love of Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3530889_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739915845654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3530889"},{"teacherId":3530889,"projectId":9387161,"letterContent":"We are using the new flexible seating resources every day, and they have made a noticeable difference in our fifth-grade classroom. Students were thrilled when they first saw the cushions, lap desks, and bands, and they quickly began using them to create learning spaces that work best for their needs. During reading and writing time, students choose cushions for comfort, lap desks for focus and organization, and bands to help them stay engaged while seated. These options have helped students feel trusted and supported, leading to increased focus, independence, and excitement for learning. As we continue our current projects, students are using these tools during independent work, small-group discussions, and collaboration, making our classroom a flexible, welcoming space where learning truly thrives.","fullyFundedDate":1749565487658,"projectUrl":"project/sit-stand-learn-flexible-seating-for/9387161/","projectTitle":"Sit, Stand, Learn: Flexible Seating for 5th Grade Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3530889_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739915845654","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3530889"},{"teacherId":3530889,"projectId":9387216,"letterContent":"These books have made a meaningful difference in our fifth-grade classroom by helping students grow not only as readers, but as thinkers. 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