{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Octavia E. 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Because of you, our classroom now has fidgets and conversation cubes that are helping students grow both emotionally and socially.\r\n\r\nWe are using the fidgets daily during SEL lessons, independent work time, and small-group activities. They help students regulate their emotions, manage stress, and stay focused, especially during challenging moments. The conversation cubes are being used during community circles, partner discussions, and group activities to encourage communication, empathy, and relationship-building. These tools have created meaningful opportunities for students to practice listening, sharing, and connecting with one another.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. Many students were eager to explore the fidgets and could not wait to try the conversation cubes. More importantly, students quickly understood that these tools were meant to support their learning and emotional well-being. Several students shared that the fidgets helped them feel calmer, while others expressed that the conversation cubes made it easier to talk to classmates and make new friends.\r\n\r\nOur next steps involve continuing to integrate these resources into a current classroom focus on building a positive classroom community and strengthening social-emotional skills. Students will use the conversation cubes to practice respectful communication, problem-solving, and teamwork during ongoing group projects. The fidgets will remain available as self-regulation tools to help students apply coping strategies independently as they learn to manage their emotions and behavior.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has had a lasting impact on our classroom. Thank you for believing in our students and supporting their growth as learners and as individuals.","fullyFundedDate":1768477240234,"projectUrl":"project/caring-calm-and-confident-sel-tools-f/9815516/","projectTitle":"Caring, Calm, and Confident: SEL tools for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10307843"},{"teacherId":10039959,"projectId":9891417,"letterContent":"Our teachers have shared countless stories of the difference your donation has made. One student who previously struggled to communicate during group discussions can now share her insights with the tap of a screen. Another student uses his device to complete assignments in real time, eager to demonstrate his learning and connect with classmates. These are not just improvements in academics—they are moments of confidence, empowerment, and belonging that ripple into every part of our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1768312870093,"projectUrl":"project/photography-101/9891417/","projectTitle":"Photography 101!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bracamonte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10039959"},{"teacherId":10307843,"projectId":9853583,"letterContent":"The iPads and Beats noise-canceling headphones have transformed our classroom into a more inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive socially and emotionally. The iPads provide access to mindfulness apps, social-emotional learning programs, and calming activities that help students regulate their emotions and develop crucial skills like self-awareness, empathy, and relationship-building. When students feel overwhelmed or anxious, they can use the iPads with headphones to access guided breathing exercises, emotion identification tools, or quiet reflection activities. What excites my students most about the Beats noise-canceling headphones is the immediate sense of control and calm they experience. Many of our students are easily overstimulated by classroom noise, and the moment they put on these headphones, you can see their shoulders relax and their focus sharpen. They love that they can create their own \"peaceful bubble\" whenever they need it. 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We have used it to go from class to class as we need it and this backpack keeps our electronics very protected. \r\nWe are so thankful for this backpack and being able to take our needed electronics from class to class, and also outside of class as needed. We are no longer afraid of protecting our items from getting damaged. \r\nAgain thank you so so much for your support. We could not have kept our MacBook and iPads protected during the day.","fullyFundedDate":1768596471676,"projectUrl":"project/carrying-success-safely-from-class-to-cl/10018946/","projectTitle":"Carrying Success Safely From Class to Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Herrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10189091_orig.jpg?crop=2358,2358,x665,y372&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755677360030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10189091"},{"teacherId":10039959,"projectId":10027880,"letterContent":"Your gift has also created new opportunities for us to compete in interclass and schoolwide tournaments. We've started to organize games where different grades challenge each other, and the energy in the gym is incredible. These tournaments give students a chance to represent their homerooms, work as a team, and feel proud of their effort. They've made PE something to look forward to every week and have helped bring our school community closer together. Thank you for believing that students like us deserve the best tools to learn and grow. Your generosity shows that you care about our health, education, and future.","fullyFundedDate":1768936868134,"projectUrl":"project/oeb-magnet-club-sports/10027880/","projectTitle":"OEB Magnet Club Sports","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bracamonte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10039959"},{"teacherId":10039959,"projectId":9983796,"letterContent":"Before your donation, our PE classes faced a few challenges. Equipment was worn out, balls had lost their bounce, and some classes had to share items. It was tough to organize fair games or give everyone time to participate fully. Now, thanks to your kindness, our gym and fields are filled with new gear — everything from basketballs and jump ropes to cones, mats, and stopwatches. We can finally run drills, set up stations, and compete in ways that make class exciting and engaging.\r\nFor many of us, PE is more than just a class. It's a time to move, laugh, and challenge ourselves. With the new equipment, we've learned the value of teamwork and friendly competition. Every day, you can see students cheering for each other, helping classmates learn new skills, and celebrating one another's progress. Whether it's a game of basketball, a relay race, or a fitness circuit, having quality equipment has brought out the competitive spirit in the best way — teaching us how to push ourselves while showing good sportsmanship.","fullyFundedDate":1768939844725,"projectUrl":"project/oeb-magnet-pe-training-equipment/9983796/","projectTitle":"OEB Magnet - PE Training Equipment","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bracamonte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10039959"},{"teacherId":10039959,"projectId":9755977,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our middle school students. Because of you, we now have a high-quality camera lens, an iPad mini, and snacks that enrich daily learning. The lens helps students capture stories and moments with creativity and care. The iPad mini expands access to digital tools for research, reflection, and collaboration. The snacks help students stay focused, comfortable, and ready to learn. Your kindness truly makes a difference in our classrooms, strengthening engagement and student confidence. Thank you for investing in our future.","fullyFundedDate":1768155929806,"projectUrl":"project/easy-to-use-video-tools/9755977/","projectTitle":"Easy to Use Video Tools!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bracamonte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10039959"},{"teacherId":10039959,"projectId":9930532,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous gift supporting our middle school baseball program. The new practice machine will transform our workouts, allowing students to safely build confidence, timing, and consistency. Players are getting more repetitions, clearer feedback, and stronger fundamentals every day. Beyond skills, your support teaches teamwork, perseverance, and pride in representing our school. Our coaches and families are deeply grateful for your investment in our students' growth on and off the field. We look forward to sharing many successes made possible by your kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1768312870599,"projectUrl":"project/baseball-practice-machine/9930532/","projectTitle":"Baseball Practice Machine","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bracamonte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10039959"},{"teacherId":10258498,"projectId":9710758,"letterContent":"We have been able to provide better baseball practices with the materials provided by this donation. Our cage is still in the process of being built, and we hope to have that completed shortly, but we use the baseballs on a daily basis.\r\nOur catchers are also very thankful for the gear that was donated, as the previous gear was falling apart. Catchers feel much safer now while they are practicing. \r\nWe have also used our new radar to help players see their progression in their throwing and lifting programs. The students thank you for your contributions.","fullyFundedDate":1759264756080,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-baseball/9710758/","projectTitle":"Middle School Baseball","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Scott Morrow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10258498"},{"teacherId":10189091,"projectId":9809665,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. Your donation is helping my students achieve collaboration and critical thinking skills. They have already started working on their car lego, and they have been collaborating and working together. In their collaboration they are communicating how to reach their goal of finishing the lego together. This has also helped them be better friends and better communicators. \r\n\r\nThis project has helped them learn new skills together and it is great to see them work together and come up with solutions while building together. I see their growth and it is wonderful to witness. They are excited to work on their next lego project together and are enthusiastic about working together. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for this donation. We greatly appreciate it and appreciate your continued belief in helping underserved students.","fullyFundedDate":1768312867723,"projectUrl":"project/building-and-learning-together/9809665/","projectTitle":"Building and Learning Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Herrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10189091_orig.jpg?crop=2358,2358,x665,y372&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755677360030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10189091"},{"teacherId":10189091,"projectId":9798098,"letterContent":"We are so so thankful for your wonderful donation. We have received all of our items and putting them to good use. We did have to replace an item but we were able to find a great replacement. We are using our Mac mini on a monitor so we can do work and see our progress. We also received a printer as a replacement along with extra ink, and we are so happy to finally print in color. We got new pens and a small vacuum cleaner to clean our keyboard. We are now being more productive and enjoy doing it with the right materials. \r\nWe are so grateful for all the great items we have received. We have been using all our items to work and print. This is real exciting for all of us. We are very grateful for all of the items we have received. 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