{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"John Muir Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":29.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4265667,"projectId":9584135,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our TK classroom and helping us transform our block and puzzle areas into spaces full of exploration, creativity, and problem-solving! The students were beyond excited when the new puzzles, ramps, and balls arrived, and these materials have quickly become some of the most loved parts of our classroom. The new puzzle rack has made it so much easier for students to independently choose and care for materials, and having a greater variety of puzzles has helped strengthen important spatial reasoning, patience, and critical thinking skills. In our block area, the addition of ramps and balls has inspired endless experimentation as students work together to build tracks, test ideas, and explore concepts like gravity, speed, and engineering through play. One of my favorite moments has been hearing students excitedly cheer when their creations finally work after multiple tries. These hands-on experiences have encouraged teamwork, curiosity, and perseverance while making learning feel joyful and engaging every day. Thank you for helping create a classroom where imagination, discovery, and scientific thinking can thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1756241894558,"projectUrl":"project/gravity-friction-motion-oh-my/9584135/","projectTitle":"Gravity, Friction & Motion. Oh, My!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4265667_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486329316533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4265667"},{"teacherId":4265667,"projectId":9586509,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Bobcat Bodega and helping us create a positive, encouraging classroom culture centered around being Safe, Kind, and Responsible! The students have been incredibly excited about earning SKR tickets and working together toward class rewards and celebrations. When the treasure box, gems, and star jar arrived, the classroom instantly filled with excitement and motivation. My TK students love tracking their progress toward whole-class parties and proudly celebrating acts of kindness, responsibility, and good choices throughout the day. One of my favorite moments has been watching students encourage one another to earn stars for the class jar and cheering when classmates make thoughtful or safe decisions. These rewards have helped build a strong sense of teamwork, confidence, and community while making positive behavior feel fun and meaningful. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where students feel celebrated, motivated, and excited to do their very best every day!","fullyFundedDate":1757025017661,"projectUrl":"project/be-safe-kind-and-responsible/9586509/","projectTitle":"Be Safe, Kind, and Responsible","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4265667_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486329316533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4265667"},{"teacherId":4265667,"projectId":9635119,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping make our TK classroom feel warm, welcoming, and organized for both students and me! While we were incredibly lucky to receive many of the larger classroom essentials, your support helped transform the space into a cozy environment where children can truly feel at home and where I can better support their learning. The curtains, plants, and soft touches have helped calm our bright classroom and create a more peaceful atmosphere, while the organizational tools have made such a difference in managing assessments, student observations, and family communication. My students were so excited to see their names added to carpet squares and love how inviting the classroom feels now. One of my favorite parts has been finally having a functional teacher space where I can comfortably organize curriculum, complete report cards, and prepare meaningful learning experiences for my students. These thoughtful additions may seem small, but they have had a huge impact on our daily routines, classroom organization, and the overall feeling of care and comfort in our TK community. Thank you for helping create a space where both students and teacher can thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1758835366529,"projectUrl":"project/organized-space-for-organized-teacher/9635119/","projectTitle":"Organized Space for Organized Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4265667_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486329316533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4265667"},{"teacherId":4265667,"projectId":9678547,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our TK Maker Space! This year, my students have fully embraced tinkering, creating, and testing their ideas, and your generosity has helped turn our dramatic play area into a space where their imagination can truly come to life. When the materials first arrived, the classroom was filled with excitement as students immediately began brainstorming inventions, cardboard creations, and projects they wanted to build together. The open-ended materials and tools have encouraged students to problem-solve, collaborate, and think creatively while also learning the importance of workshop safety and responsibility. One of my favorite moments has been watching students proudly explain their creations and confidently try again when something does not work the first time. This Maker Space has become so much more than a building area — it is a place where students are developing creativity, perseverance, teamwork, and confidence through joyful hands-on learning. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where curiosity is encouraged and big ideas can come to life!","fullyFundedDate":1757999941033,"projectUrl":"project/maker-space/9678547/","projectTitle":"Maker Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4265667_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486329316533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4265667"},{"teacherId":4265667,"projectId":9687251,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping make our TK classroom more accessible for our youngest learners! The addition of the Lakeshore steps has made such a big difference in helping my students feel confident and independent while using the classroom bathroom and sink. Before, many students needed constant teacher assistance because the toilet and sink were simply too tall for their little legs. When the steps arrived, the students were so excited to try them out, and they immediately began proudly saying, \"I can do it by myself!\" These simple additions have encouraged independence, built self-confidence, and helped our daily routines run much more smoothly. Thank you for supporting a classroom environment where students can safely and confidently take care of themselves while learning important life skills every day!","fullyFundedDate":1758816558879,"projectUrl":"project/accessible-bathroom/9687251/","projectTitle":"Accessible Bathroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4265667_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486329316533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4265667"},{"teacherId":4265667,"projectId":9695132,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping us with the transformation of our dramatic play area into a Maker Space! In TK, curiosity and creativity are such important parts of learning, and this new space has already inspired students to think in new ways and bring their ideas to life. The new cubby shelf and clear bins have made such a difference by giving us an organized, easy-to-access place for all of our materials. My students love being able to clearly see the supplies available to them, which encourages them to make independent choices, explore new ideas, and jump right into creating without feeling overwhelmed.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new setup, they were instantly excited and full of questions about what they could build and invent. It has been so special watching them work together to gather materials, share ideas, and create everything from pretend inventions to imaginative structures and artwork. One of my favorite moments has been seeing students who are usually shy become confident problem-solvers as they explain their creations to classmates. As we continue growing our Maker Space, students will keep building important skills like collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking through hands-on exploration and play. Thank you for helping create a classroom environment where imagination is celebrated and learning feels exciting every day!","fullyFundedDate":1758058758921,"projectUrl":"project/maker-space-storage/9695132/","projectTitle":"Maker Space Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4265667_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486329316533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4265667"},{"teacherId":4265667,"projectId":9758294,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us continue building our classroom Maker Space! My students have been beyond excited watching this special area come together piece by piece. Ever since the \"Under Construction\" signs went up, they have been full of questions, ideas, and creativity about what they want to build first. Thanks to previous projects, we now have amazing supplies and a brand-new shelf, and these clear bins have helped bring everything together by keeping materials organized, easy to find, and ready for little hands to explore. Having a neat and accessible space has made it so much easier for students to independently choose materials, clean up responsibly, and jump right into creating.\r\n\r\nThe first time students saw the organized bins filled with colorful supplies, their eyes lit up with excitement. They immediately started brainstorming inventions, structures, and art projects they wanted to make with their classmates. One of my favorite moments has been hearing students proudly explain their ideas and work together to solve problems as they build and create. Our Maker Space has quickly become a place filled with imagination, teamwork, and joyful learning. As we continue using this space, students will have even more opportunities to strengthen creativity, fine motor skills, communication, and critical thinking through hands-on exploration. Thank you for helping us create a classroom environment where students feel inspired to dream big and bring their ideas to life!","fullyFundedDate":1758816558587,"projectUrl":"project/maker-space-bins/9758294/","projectTitle":"Maker Space Bins","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4265667_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486329316533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4265667"},{"teacherId":4265667,"projectId":9863236,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our TK classroom! Your generosity has helped turn learning into something my students truly look forward to each day. As we work on important Kindergarten readiness skills during our second quarter, these games have made practicing letters, numbers, shapes, and colors so much more exciting than traditional worksheets. My students absolutely love playing Bingo and get so excited to win sticker prizes while learning at the same time. It has been wonderful watching them build confidence, encourage one another, and celebrate their successes together. Games like Hungry Hungry Hippos and Perfection have also helped strengthen fine motor skills while keeping students engaged, focused, and having fun.\r\n\r\nWhen the games first arrived, the classroom was filled with smiles, laughter, and so much excitement. The students could not wait to open everything and immediately started asking when they could play. One of my favorite moments has been listening to students use descriptive words and pay close attention to details while playing Guess Who with their classmates. These hands-on activities have created such joyful learning moments and have helped my students stay motivated as we continue preparing for Kindergarten. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where learning feels exciting, meaningful, and fun every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1761763006515,"projectUrl":"project/its-all-fun-and-games/9863236/","projectTitle":"It's All Fun and Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4265667_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1486329316533","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4265667"},{"teacherId":8275704,"projectId":10091643,"letterContent":"You would not believe the impact that each of these is small items gave to my classroom. For one, the chess set couldn't have come quick enough. My students are currenly obsessed with playing chess and I'm not quite sure where the came from but I'm so glad it's something that doesn't require a screen that they are interested in. Two chess honestly aren't even enough for the classroom. Students are signup up to play winner immediaetly every time we have some free time to set up a game. Additionally, the sand and bubbles timers are a hit! They are always the first thing to be grabbed during cooldown time in the last thing to be put away. Students can't wait to get back from recess and choose their favorite tool to have a five minute reset before we get back into work Thank you for the support even in the little ways.","fullyFundedDate":1770700871112,"projectUrl":"project/replenish-our-resources/10091643/","projectTitle":"Replenish our Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ashley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8275704_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642459944273","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8275704"},{"teacherId":10177153,"projectId":9689546,"letterContent":"We appreciate your help in providing the materials. It's a great help to us because it allows us to create a positive impact for our students, brightening their day with fun and educational activities. We start early in the morning, making their day happier through amazing learning experiences with all the supplies. With the snacks we shared, we were able to celebrate and learn more about commemorative holidays.\r\nDuring movie time, students analyze the film, make connections, and participate in games and activities that support learning and motor skill development. \r\nThey enjoy using the new materials, along with snacks, and watching the movie. We are very grateful for the resources you provided, and we also used the slime kit for a visual activity for Earth Day with the Lorax movie.","fullyFundedDate":1767119078506,"projectUrl":"project/am-care/9689546/","projectTitle":"AM Care","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mireya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10177153"},{"teacherId":10173492,"projectId":9584030,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our classroom and to the Bobcat Bodega. Your support has helped us create a space where students can practice responsibility, kindness, and real-world skills in a meaningful and exciting way.\r\n\r\nWe are using the standing desk as a counter for the Bobcat Bodega, transforming it into a central hub for student interaction. Students visit the counter to place orders, exchange their Safe, Kind, and Responsible tickets, and practice respectful communication. One standout moment was watching students carefully count their tickets and confidently place their orders, treating the experience like a real store. The blue suggestion boxes are used to collect the tickets students earn and use as currency, reinforcing positive behavior while giving students ownership of the system. The acrylic wall file holders neatly display order forms and menus, helping students independently navigate the process and stay organized.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, they were thrilled. The standing desk immediately made the Bodega feel \"official,\" and students were eager to try it out. The suggestion boxes sparked conversations about earning tickets and making thoughtful choices, while the clearly displayed menus and order forms made students feel capable and excited to participate. Their enthusiasm was contagious, and engagement has remained high ever since.\r\n\r\nNext, students will continue building on this experience by taking on additional roles within the Bobcat Bodega, such as helping manage orders, tracking tickets, and offering suggestions to improve the system. We are also encouraging students to reflect on how their positive choices connect to earning tickets and contributing to our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving us a peek into what's possible when generosity meets education. Your support has made a lasting impact on our students, and the Bobcat Bodega would not be the success it is without you.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\n\r\nYour Grateful Educator \r\nMs. JLo and the Muir Bobcats 🐾","fullyFundedDate":1758835367686,"projectUrl":"project/bobcat-bodega/9584030/","projectTitle":"Bobcat Bodega","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. JLo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10173492_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757099056716","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10173492"},{"teacherId":10159599,"projectId":9548384,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are using their new seat pockets and individual crayons every single day to stay organized and focused on learning. Each morning, students independently unpack their materials and place them neatly in their seat pockets, which has transformed our classroom routines. One special moment was during our writing workshop, when students were able to quickly grab their journals and crayons without any interruptions. Instead of searching for supplies, they jumped right into writing and illustrating their stories, making the most of our learning time.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were beyond excited! Their eyes lit up as they saw their very own seat pockets and personal sets of crayons. Many proudly said, \"This is mine!\" and immediately began organizing their supplies. The sense of responsibility and pride was instant and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWe are continuing to build independence during literacy centers, writing projects, and hands-on activities where students manage their own materials. These organizational habits are helping them focus, collaborate, and express their creativity with confidence. 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