{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"McKinley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4025633,"projectId":8828820,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous contribution to our DonorsChoose project. Your support means so much to our TK classroom, and it is truly making a difference in the lives of so many young students.\r\nI am so grateful for your belief in the power of education and your commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of these children. Your support is not just a gift; it is a meaningful investment in their futures. I can't wait to see their faces light up as they discover through books, all thanks to you.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and support. You are truly helping to shape the future, one book at a time!\"","fullyFundedDate":1729550593221,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-utk/8828820/","projectTitle":"Books for UTK!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Astacio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4025633_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1477342345374","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4025633"},{"teacherId":8661977,"projectId":9345988,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping fund our music project! Because of your kindness, my students will now have the opportunity to explore rhythm, melody, and creativity in ways that truly inspire them. The instruments and books you've helped provide arrived just in time for the new school year, ready for my students to enjoy from the very start. They will fill our classroom with joyful sounds and open the door to self-expression, teamwork, and confidence-building.\r\n\r\nThe Story Orchestra books combine stunning illustrations with the rich sounds of orchestral music, helping children visualize and hear each story unfold. I know my TK students will be captivated as they follow along, press the buttons to hear the music, and begin to recognize patterns, moods, and emotions in every piece.\r\n\r\nYour support means that music will not only be heard—it will be felt, seen, and experienced in ways that spark creativity, curiosity, and joy. Thank you for believing in the power of the arts to inspire young learners!","fullyFundedDate":1752586433987,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-music-to-life-in-tk/9345988/","projectTitle":"Bringing Music to Life in TK","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Armijo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8661977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727836549618","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8661977"},{"teacherId":8661977,"projectId":9209270,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! Your donation has made a meaningful impact in helping me create a more organized, calming, and engaging environment where my transitional kindergarten students can thrive.\r\n\r\nOne of the highlights of this project is the beautiful wooden book display. It's not only visually stunning, but also incredibly functional. Each compartment offers ample space, allowing my students to easily see and choose books independently. The quality craftsmanship and natural wood finish add a warm, peaceful touch to our classroom that both the children and I truly love.\r\n\r\nWhile one of the original shelving unit we requested became unavailable, I was able to select alternative items that will be used every day in our Calm Corner and Science Center. These include a cozy seat cushion for self-regulation time, as well as a magnetic discovery board and game that will encourage hands-on exploration and critical thinking.\r\n\r\nI'm deeply grateful for your generosity and for believing in the power of early learning. Your support has helped create a nurturing space where students feel safe, curious, and excited to learn. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746785538514,"projectUrl":"project/safe-and-accessible-shelving-for-little/9209270/","projectTitle":"Safe and Accessible Shelving for Little Hands Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Armijo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8661977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727836549618","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8661977"},{"teacherId":3202258,"projectId":8885714,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity! My students were so excited to receive all of the wonderful goodies. There were a lot of squeals of excitement and jumping up and down. My kindergartners especially love the colorful doodle writing tablets. They enjoy using them to practice spelling their snap words, write stories, and work on math problems. The Three Billy Goats Gruff books allow small groups of students to practice the skill of retelling a story together. They used the crayons to illustrate the setting of the story. You're the best!","fullyFundedDate":1737237706236,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-wish-list/8885714/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Wish List","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Panerio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3202258_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661022108363","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-panerio"},{"teacherId":8661977,"projectId":9429874,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project and providing a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card! Your generosity truly means the world to me.\r\n\r\nRight now, I'm spending my summer preparing for the upcoming school year—printing labels, organizing materials, and starting to plan engaging activities for my students. This gift card couldn't have come at a better time! I've already started exploring new resources that will help me create a warm, welcoming, and well-organized classroom, as well as fun hands-on learning experiences that my students will love.\r\n\r\nTeachers Pay Teachers has saved me so much time and has been a huge help in finding creative and effective ways to meet the needs of my young learners. With your support, I can focus more on designing meaningful moments for my students and less on reinventing the wheel.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my classroom and in the success of my students. I can't wait to put these new resources to good use!","fullyFundedDate":1751563688586,"projectUrl":"project/teachers-pay-teachers-empowers-educators/9429874/","projectTitle":"Teachers Pay Teachers Empowers Educators to Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Armijo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8661977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727836549618","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8661977"},{"teacherId":8661977,"projectId":9093961,"letterContent":"Wow—thank you so much for bringing the Bob Books into our classroom! These leveled books are exactly what my young readers needed. With just the right amount of challenge and support, they give my students the confidence to say, \"Oh, I can read this by myself!\"\r\n\r\nLately, I've had my excited TK students waiting for their turn to read to me—something that fills my heart as a teacher. They proudly sound out words, recognize patterns, and beam with joy as they flip each page. These books are helping them feel like real readers, and that's such a powerful thing at this stage in their learning. Thank you for making this happen!","fullyFundedDate":1746785813735,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-readers-with-bobs-books/9093961/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Readers With Bob's Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Armijo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8661977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727836549618","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8661977"},{"teacherId":8661977,"projectId":9324459,"letterContent":"Wow! What a beautiful piece of furniture you helped fund! Our new science exploration table has arrived, and it is such a wonderful addition to our science center. It's sturdy, thoughtfully designed, and just the right height for my TK littles who love to explore the world around them.\r\n\r\nAlready, my students have been drawn to it with curiosity and excitement. Whether they're sorting natural materials, examining objects with magnifying glasses, or engaging in hands-on discovery, this table makes it all possible in a safe and inviting way. It has truly transformed our science area into a space that encourages wonder, observation, and learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and giving my students the opportunity to engage in meaningful, hands-on science experiences every day. Your generosity continues to make a real impact, and we are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1746785736047,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-with-a-science-explora/9324459/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning With a Science Exploration Table!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Armijo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8661977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727836549618","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8661977"},{"teacherId":8661977,"projectId":9209322,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding this project! My students are absolutely thrilled to explore the new Yellow Door dinosaur footprints, bones, and fossils. Every day, they eagerly dive into discovery—piecing together bones, uncovering fossils, and using their imaginations to bring prehistoric worlds to life.\r\n\r\nThese hands-on materials are not only engaging but also incredibly well-made. I know they will inspire curiosity and creativity for years to come. I'm so grateful that my current and future students will have the opportunity to learn and play with such high-quality resources. Thank you again for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746785513963,"projectUrl":"project/dino-mite-sensory-play-for-little-learne/9209322/","projectTitle":"Dino-Mite Sensory Play for Little Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Armijo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8661977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727836549618","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8661977"},{"teacherId":8661977,"projectId":9093987,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our Community Helper books! In my TK class, we spend time learning about the many important roles that help our neighborhoods thrive—from firefighters and doctors to mail carriers and construction workers. These new books are the perfect addition to our classroom library and will spark so many meaningful conversations.\r\n\r\nMy students love exploring books and learning how each community member makes a difference. The stories have help them build vocabulary, develop empathy, and better understand the world around them. It's been especially powerful to see them role-play and reflect on the helpers they see in their own lives. Thank you for helping us grow curious minds and compassionate hearts, one story at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1746785852270,"projectUrl":"project/inspiring-young-learners-with-community/9093987/","projectTitle":"Inspiring Young Learners With Community Helper Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Armijo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8661977_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727836549618","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8661977"},{"teacherId":8661977,"projectId":9209248,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project! Because of your generosity my students now have a safe and sturdy shelf that is just the right size for them. These shelves help keep our classroom organized and allow mt little learners to access materials independently and safely!\r\n\r\nIt's so important for young children to have a space that is designed with their needs in mind. 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These gifts are not just fun surprises but meaningful keepsakes that they will treasure and remember for years to come!\r\n\r\nI get to see their eyes light up with excitement and their smiles grow wide as they open each surprise. It fills our classroom with joy laughter and a sense of community that makes every day brighter. These moments remind me how powerful kindness can be and how much it means to my little learners.\r\n\r\nThank you for making these joyful memories possible! Your support has brought happiness, love, and celebration into our classroom in the most magical way!","fullyFundedDate":1746785649065,"projectUrl":"project/surprise-surprise-classroom-gifts-for/9093967/","projectTitle":"Surprise, Surprise! 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