{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Smiley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7890441,"projectId":9874415,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in supporting our transitional kindergarten classroom. Because of your donations, our students have been able to explore, create, and learn in ways that truly bring our classroom to life.\r\n\r\nThe new materials have quickly become an essential part of our daily activities. Our construction trucks have transformed our sandbox into a busy worksite where students collaborate to build roads, tunnels, and imaginative worlds. The buckets have helped them scoop, measure, and experiment, turning play into hands-on learning. Indoors, the scooters have been a huge hit—students use them during structured movement activities that build coordination and teamwork while also giving them a fun way to stay active.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting moments was when we introduced the insect butterfly release kit. The students were amazed as they observed the transformation from caterpillars to butterflies. When it was finally time to release them, there were cheers, wide eyes, and so many thoughtful questions. It was a magical experience that sparked curiosity and meaningful conversations about life cycles and nature.\r\n\r\nThe play dough and insect rubbing plates have supported our creativity and fine motor development. Students have been making their own insects, pressing patterns, and sharing their creations with pride. Even snack time has felt special with the fruit snacks and rice crispy treats, which brought big smiles and a sense of celebration to our classroom community.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are continuing our exploration of insects and habitats. Students are beginning to create their own simple \"habitats\" using classroom materials, building on what they learned from the butterfly project. We are also incorporating more collaborative play scenarios with the construction materials to encourage problem-solving and communication.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting impact on our classroom. Thank you for helping create joyful, meaningful learning experiences for our students. We are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1771622692578,"projectUrl":"project/fun-outdoor-learning-materials/9874415/","projectTitle":"Fun Outdoor Learning Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burdick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7890441_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762286736013","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7890441"},{"teacherId":9471315,"projectId":9990725,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom! Because of you, our students now have access to resources that are making a meaningful difference in their daily learning.\r\n\r\nWe've been using our new seat sacks and bins to keep our supplies organized, and it has truly transformed our classroom environment. Students are taking more ownership of their materials, and we're spending more time learning and less time searching for supplies. Our reward incentives have also been a huge motivator, helping to build a positive and encouraging classroom culture.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite moments has been using the money kits during math lessons. Students have been actively engaged in hands-on learning, practicing real-world money skills in a way that feels exciting and meaningful. Watching their confidence grow as they count, exchange, and problem-solve has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nWhen we first received the materials, the class was absolutely over the moon! We did a special \"unboxing,\" and their excitement was contagious. They couldn't wait to explore everything and immediately began asking how we would use each item.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're continuing to build on these skills by incorporating more hands-on activities, especially in math and STEAM. Students will be applying what they've learned about money in real-life scenarios, and using our new manipulatives to explore problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are so grateful. Thank you for believing in our students and supporting their learning journey!","fullyFundedDate":1768232003173,"projectUrl":"project/engagement-organization-and-motivation/9990725/","projectTitle":"Engagement, Organization, and Motivation!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Michel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9471315_orig.jpg?crop=432,432,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708457232496","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9471315"},{"teacherId":9931440,"projectId":9401448,"letterContent":"My TK students love having a science table to do their science discoveries on. They were so excited to see this table and one little girl even said, \"We have our own science center!\" During free choice centers they have been exploring what will blow in the wind, rain clouds, different types of weather, and rainbows. \r\n\r\nThis table offers easy access to their science needs. The table is open on both sides and at a just right height level for their little bodies. While they have loved using the table to learn about weather, they are ready to change the science table out to learn about colors, ramps, sounds, and plants in the future. When hands on learning is involved the science table will be able to provide storage for all the tools that they need as well as an area to carry out each experiment. \r\n\r\nThank you from the bottom of our TK Hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1759175931316,"projectUrl":"project/tk-scientists-searching-for-the-perfect/9401448/","projectTitle":"TK Scientists Searching For the Perfect Science Center","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Riguis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9931440"},{"teacherId":9931440,"projectId":9543472,"letterContent":"Thank you once again for your generosity. My student love to sing while playing their musical instruments. On music days, they beg to play their new instruments and can't wait to learn a new song. \r\n\r\nThe children all had big smiles on their faces when they saw their instruments and realized that we now had enough instruments for each student. They love hitting their rhythm sticks, boomwhackers, and hand drums. They can't wait to shake their bells and ring their triangles. Every music day, it never fails that at least 2-4 students say that music is their favorite part of the day.\r\n\r\nWe are currently working on different holiday songs and practicing keeping a beat as well as continued practice with listen and following directions.","fullyFundedDate":1755881715378,"projectUrl":"project/play-that-funky-music/9543472/","projectTitle":"Play That Funky Music","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Riguis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9931440"},{"teacherId":7890441,"projectId":9412272,"letterContent":"want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of beginning-of-the-year supplies for our Transitional Kindergarten class. Your support helped us start the school year feeling prepared, excited, and ready to learn!\r\n\r\nMy students and I have been using the new materials in so many ways. Our calendar helps students explore numbers, counting, and patterns. every student has their own pencil box and they loved being in charge of their own supplies!\r\n\r\nRight now, we're working on a unit about community helpers, and the supplies you helped provide are being used daily for our storytelling and art projects. The students are using their creativity to design their own \"helper hats\" and write about how they can help others in our school and neighborhood.\r\n\r\nYour kindness made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Thank you for helping us begin the year with excitement, confidence, and the tools we need to learn and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1758608258408,"projectUrl":"project/schools-back-in-session/9412272/","projectTitle":"School's Back in Session!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burdick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7890441_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762286736013","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7890441"},{"teacherId":10050362,"projectId":9397442,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for our new whiteboard easel! We've been using it daily to create anchor charts together, work through math lessons, and guide small group writing. Having a mobile board makes learning more interactive and flexible for my students.\r\n\r\nThe kids were so excited when they first saw it! They love writing on the big board and sharing their thinking with the class. This tool has already made our lessons more engaging, and we look forward to building a library of charts we can use all year long.","fullyFundedDate":1749772561302,"projectUrl":"project/whiteboard-easel-for-kindergarten-classr/9397442/","projectTitle":"Whiteboard Easel for Kindergarten Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sobe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10050362_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749089323815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10050362"},{"teacherId":8563399,"projectId":9344826,"letterContent":"I am beyond grateful for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose! Thanks to you, our students are now equipped with an incredible variety of hands-on, engaging, and educational materials that make learning both fun and meaningful.\r\n\r\nFrom exploring engineering with Snap Circuits and building creativity with LEGO sets and Magna-Tiles, to developing problem-solving skills through STEM kits and math games, your donation has truly transformed the learning environment. The PicassoTiles marble run, Play-Doh, stacking cups, and sidewalk chalk have brought an extra layer of excitement to both indoor and outdoor learning activities.\r\n\r\nOur classroom is now better organized too, with the help of the white plastic storage bins and an ECR4Kids mobile storage cabinet, which help keep our materials accessible and our space inviting. Students have also enjoyed journaling in the mini notepads, expressing themselves through music with rhythm sticks, and diving into imaginative play with our new animal-themed Magna-Tiles sets.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, students now have access to a wide range of resources that support STEM education, literacy, creativity, and collaboration. These materials don't just meet academic needs—they also spark curiosity, boost confidence, and bring joy to learning every day.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and for believing in the power of education. Your gift has made a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1752586576488,"projectUrl":"project/from-curiosity-to-creation-hands-on-lea/9344826/","projectTitle":"From Curiosity to Creation: Hands-On Learning in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hickman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8563399_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730067844527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-hickmans-kindercrew"},{"teacherId":10050362,"projectId":9415403,"letterContent":"When my kindergarteners first saw our new soft start materials, their faces lit up with excitement! They couldn't wait to dive into the puzzles, building blocks, playdough, and art supplies you made possible. Each morning, students now enter the classroom calmly, choose an activity that interests them, and begin their day feeling settled and engaged. Instead of rushing into academics right away, they get a chance to ease into learning and practice independence, problem-solving, and creativity.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been incredible. Students who were once anxious about saying goodbye in the morning now look forward to exploring their favorite activities. I've seen quiet students open up while building with a partner, and others proudly share their creations with the class. These resources have truly transformed our mornings into a joyful, welcoming time where relationships and confidence grow.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, my students are starting their days on the right foot. They are calm, happy, and ready to learn. As we continue through the school year, these materials will not only support social-emotional growth but also strengthen fine motor skills, teamwork, and creativity. I'm so grateful for your kindness and for the lasting impact you've made in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1754564811068,"projectUrl":"project/materials-for-kindergarten-soft-starts/9415403/","projectTitle":"Materials for Kindergarten Soft Starts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sobe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10050362_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749089323815","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10050362"},{"teacherId":8479162,"projectId":9097789,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donation you gave to my classroom. Thanks to your help, we have magnetic tiles for the students to play with. They love building cities and roads. They even got creative and worked as a class to create an entire city. This would not have been possible without your help. They also loved the city playmat. The students now have something they can use to play with their toy cars. They have even found a way to use the carpet and magnetic tiles together. They also really enjoy the pixel art. The students love creating art and then showing me and other students that they created.","fullyFundedDate":1738888334825,"projectUrl":"project/stem-toys-for-kindergarten-classroom/9097789/","projectTitle":"STEM Toys For Kindergarten Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amparan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8479162_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747357524071","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8479162"},{"teacherId":8563399,"projectId":9057368,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your incredible donation! The sensory table and the wide range of hands-on materials you provided have added an exciting new layer of exploration and creativity to our classroom. The kinetic sand, scoops, animal figurines, lacing beads, and fidget toys have quickly become favorites among our students. These tools invite them to engage their senses, strengthen fine motor skills, and learn through imaginative, open-ended play.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we now have a space that supports not only academic learning but also social-emotional growth and sensory development. Whether they're pretending to make ice cream, identifying animal habitats, or simply calming their minds with squishy toys, our students are growing through play in meaningful ways. Your support helps create a classroom that feels joyful, inclusive, and full of discovery. We are so grateful for your thoughtful contribution!","fullyFundedDate":1746786305746,"projectUrl":"project/support-a-sensory-learning-activity-stat/9057368/","projectTitle":"Support a Sensory Learning Activity Station for Kindergarten Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hickman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8563399_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730067844527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-hickmans-kindercrew"},{"teacherId":8563399,"projectId":9213676,"letterContent":"We are so appreciative of your thoughtful donation to our kindergarten classroom! Your support has allowed us to create a more organized, efficient, and engaging environment for our young learners. With the addition of storage carts, plastic bins, and file organizers, we can now keep supplies easily accessible and neatly arranged—bringing much-needed order to our busy space. This organization helps students build independence while allowing us to focus more on meaningful learning experiences.\r\n\r\nWe're also incredibly excited about the variety of educational tools you provided. From math manipulatives and dry-erase boards to the frog balance game and scratch art notes, your donation has brought hands-on learning to life in new and exciting ways. These resources are helping our students deepen their understanding of math concepts, express their creativity, and develop critical thinking skills—all through engaging, developmentally appropriate activities. Thank you for investing in their growth and curiosity!","fullyFundedDate":1746786217513,"projectUrl":"project/support-kindergarteners-with-math-suppli/9213676/","projectTitle":"Support Kindergarteners With Math Supplies for Small Group Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hickman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8563399_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730067844527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-hickmans-kindercrew"},{"teacherId":8563399,"projectId":9124400,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our kindergarten classroom! Your donation has brought so much excitement and imaginative energy into our learning space. The new dramatic play items—from the Fresh Mart Grocery Store to the Star Diner Restaurant and pretend kitchen tools—have created a vibrant environment where our students can explore real-world roles through play. These beautifully crafted materials are not only engaging but also durable, making them perfect for little hands and big imaginations.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our classroom now has a variety of play-based learning tools that support collaboration, creativity, and important life skills. Whether students are baking cookies, caring for pets, playing house, or sorting play money, they are developing language, empathy, and problem-solving in meaningful ways. Your kindness has truly enriched their daily experiences and helped us build a joyful, hands-on learning environment. 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