{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Gault Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":16.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9702192,"projectId":9491481,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project. Your contribution has helped us achieve two very important goals: creating a safe, welcoming space for emotional expression and empowering our future leaders. The materials you funded are already making a daily difference in how my students experience school.\r\n\r\nThe LEGOs, alcohol markers, and marker paper have opened up new worlds of nonverbal expression for my class. Students who sometimes struggle to find the right words can now build or draw their feelings, making our classroom a truly safe place to thrive. Additionally, the space projector has been a game-changer for our calming corner. When students feel overwhelmed, the soothing visual environment helps them de-escalate and return to a state of readiness for learning much faster than before.\r\n\r\nOn the playground, the impact has been equally profound. The safety vests and pouches have legitimized our student leadership program. Our yard duty monitors wear their vests with such pride! It has fostered an incredible sense of independence and problem-solving skills. One student, who previously had trouble connecting with peers during recess, has completely blossomed since becoming a monitor. Wearing the vest and being able to help others with band-aids from their pouch has given them a sense of purpose and belonging that is heartwarming to witness.","fullyFundedDate":1753842218906,"projectUrl":"project/2025-2026-school-year-kick-off/9491481/","projectTitle":"2025-2026 School Year Kick Off","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Janinee Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9702192_orig.jpg?crop=1129,1129,x366,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753722894866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9702192"},{"teacherId":1876255,"projectId":9443727,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Your contribution has made an immediate and meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nOur new rug has quickly become the heart of our learning space. Students start each day gathered together for morning meeting, mini-lessons, and partner discussions. This space is essential for building our classroom community of learners. \r\n\r\nThe class set of quality headphones has transformed our independent learning routines. Students use them daily for literacy and math platforms, and the difference in focus and stamina has been incredible. This is the first year where students are not impeded by inconsistent or broken technology. \r\n\r\nOur guided reading table has already become a hub for small-group instruction. Having a designated space allows me to meet with groups more efficiently, dive deeper into targeted skills, and provide individualized support. The students love coming to the \"special table,\" and it has elevated the energy and purposefulness of our small-group lessons.\r\n\r\nWith these new resources, students can gather for shared discussions on the rug, practice digital reading tasks with better concentration, and receive tailored small-group instruction at the guided reading table. Your support has already allowed for meaningful growth this year.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our classroom. You've helped create an environment where students feel comfortable, focused, and excited to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1753934999187,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-learners-one-seat-at-a-time/9443727/","projectTitle":"Engaging Learners, One Seat at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Katy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1876255_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1499020570552","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katyscowcroft"},{"teacherId":9582236,"projectId":9616511,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students, I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution of classroom tools and materials. Your support has provided far more than supplies; it has created new opportunities for learning, connection, and joy in our classrooms.\r\n\r\nEvery pencil, book, art supply, and learning tool you've helped provide becomes part of a much larger story—the story of students discovering their voice, confidence, and potential. In culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms, having the right tools isn't just a matter of access—it's a matter of equity. Your donation helps ensure that every child, regardless of background, walks into a classroom that affirms their identity and supports their academic success.\r\n\r\n Your gift supports these practices in tangible ways. For example:\r\n\r\nRoutines and Rituals are strengthened when I can create organized, inviting spaces that promote belonging and predictability.\r\n\r\nSparks of curiosity and attention that cue the brain for learning—become more powerful with visual, hands-on materials.\r\n\r\nStudents use the tools you've supplied to process, collaborate, and apply what they learn in creative and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nYour generosity affirms a shared belief that every student deserves to be seen, challenged, and supported as they grow into independent learners. When you invest in our classrooms, you're investing in more than academics—you're helping us nurture critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and compassionate community members.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the promise of public education and in the potential of every learner. Together, we are building learning environments where all students can thrive—where they know they belong, their ideas matter, and their dreams are possible.\r\n\r\nWith deepest appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1757536493962,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-build-a-brighter-futureone-supp/9616511/","projectTitle":"Help Us Build a Brighter Future—One Supply at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jackie Olin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9582236_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730088674636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9582236"},{"teacherId":9170935,"projectId":9603727,"letterContent":"Thank You for your generous donations to our classroom. We have been able to enjoy some of the items you so kindly donated. \r\nI want to share a little about opening the boxes with my class. They saw the boxes had been dropped off in our class and they were SOOO curious about what was inside. In order to be fair, I picked a students' name at random to open the box and take out the contents while we sat on our morning meeting area in a circle and waited in anticipation. The reaction to the goodies in side was priceless. Students clapped and said \"Yesss\" with big smiles on their faces. \r\n\r\nThe white board markers have been an invaluable tool in our math and phonics blocks. Every year we run into the issue of running out of markers mid lesson and I need to stop instruction and dig to try and find white board markers for students to use.But, not this year. With your donation the teaching and learning continues to flow. \r\nPencils are always an issue in class because we always seem to run out. This year we have not faced the same frustrations and short comings as years pass because we have PENCILS! This is thanks to you. I know it seems like something small, but it is huge. \r\nThank you for your donations, it is so appreciated and you are truly making a positive impact on children's' lives every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1755752387343,"projectUrl":"project/the-basics/9603727/","projectTitle":"The Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Morgan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9170935"},{"teacherId":8747004,"projectId":8993576,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping to fund our class ukulele storage cart. Over the summer I was able to put the cart together, and load all of our ukuleles. The instruments fit perfectly! We start school this week and I am so excited to have our ukuleles accessible for all of our classes. I also now have the ability to roll the cart to performances in the auditorium, and outside for graduation and other outdoor performances. Thank you so much for helping us achieve our goal so that we can now utilize these instruments to their full potential.","fullyFundedDate":1740690421461,"projectUrl":"project/ukulele-storage-cart-for-our-music-prog/8993576/","projectTitle":"Ukulele storage cart for our music program","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Vilozny","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8747004_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691631107358","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/moshe"},{"teacherId":9702192,"projectId":8715441,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) team now has access to essential tools that directly support the emotional well-being of our students. These resources empower our counselors, social workers, and support staff to better respond to the diverse emotional and behavioral needs of our school community.\r\n\r\nProvide students with safe spaces to express and manage their emotions.\r\n\r\nOffer targeted interventions and group activities to build resilience, self-awareness, and healthy relationships.\r\n\r\nEquip our staff with updated tools, materials, and programs to foster a more supportive school environment.\r\n\r\nReach more students who need emotional and behavioral guidance—when they need it most.\r\n\r\nYour donation is helping us build not just stronger students, but a stronger, more compassionate school community. Thank you for being a vital part of this work.","fullyFundedDate":1726157097308,"projectUrl":"project/support-tools-for-our-social-emotional-t/8715441/","projectTitle":"Support Tools For Our Social Emotional Team","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Janinee Ramirez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9702192_orig.jpg?crop=1129,1129,x366,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753722894866","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9702192"},{"teacherId":1970118,"projectId":6141755,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your kindness and generosity in supporting our \"Learning and Playing with Tricycles\" project through DonorsChoose! Because of you, my students now have an exciting new way to develop their motor skills, teamwork, and confidence—all while having so much fun!\r\n\r\nThe moment the tricycles arrived, my students' eyes lit up with pure joy and excitement. Some gasped in amazement, while others immediately asked if they could ride them. Watching them take turns, help each other, and zoom around the playground was truly heartwarming. For many of my students, this is their first experience riding a tricycle, and it has been incredible to see them grow stronger and more coordinated with each ride.\r\n\r\nBeyond the fun, the tricycles have become a powerful tool for learning. We've incorporated them into our daily routine, using them to practice turn-taking, following directions, and even exploring basic physics concepts like movement and speed. One of my favorite moments was watching a student who had been hesitant to try finally gain the confidence to pedal independently—her proud smile said it all!\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students have a newfound sense of independence and excitement for outdoor play. As we continue our journey, we look forward to building obstacle courses, playing team games, and creating new challenges that encourage problem-solving and cooperation. These tricycles will continue to bring joy and learning to my students for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible. Your generosity has truly made a difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1643326615283,"projectUrl":"project/learning-and-playing-outside-with-tricyc/6141755/","projectTitle":"Learning and Playing Outside with Tricycles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meg Finn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1970118_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1596683020306","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1970118"},{"teacherId":9582236,"projectId":8899932,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of 12 reading stools through DonorsChoose. These stools have made an incredible impact on our classroom, and I wanted to take a moment to share with you how your contribution has enhanced our learning environment and improved our educational experience.\r\n\r\nFirst and foremost, the comfort these stools provide has made a significant difference in our classroom dynamic. In the past, many students found themselves fidgeting or struggling to focus while sitting on traditional classroom chairs. With the new reading stools, however, they are able to maintain a more comfortable and engaged position while reading or working independently. The lightweight design allows for easy movement, so students can shift and adjust their seating without disturbing the flow of the class. The flexibility to find a comfortable posture has made it easier for students to settle into their reading time and concentrate on the task at hand.\r\n\r\nIn addition to comfort, the safety and stability of these stools have been crucial in creating a secure learning environment. The stools are designed to be sturdy and well-built, which alleviates any concerns about tipping or instability. This allows students to focus on their work without distraction, and the durability ensures that they will remain in good condition for years to come. The thoughtful design reflects a genuine concern for the safety and well-being of the students, ensuring that they can enjoy their time learning without any unnecessary risks.\r\n\r\nEqually important is the impact these stools have had on promoting proper reading posture and stance. By encouraging students to sit in an upright position, the stools help them maintain good posture during independent reading sessions. This not only prevents discomfort and potential strain but also reinforces healthy habits that will benefit students beyond the classroom. Good posture contributes to better focus, improved engagement, and a more productive learning experience, all of which are essential to student success.\r\n\r\nThe most remarkable benefit of all, however, is the way these stools have fostered a greater sense of focus and excitement around reading. Students are more eager to settle into their cozy reading spaces, knowing they have a dedicated, comfortable spot to enjoy a good book. The stools' fun, engaging design adds an element of excitement to reading time, making the learning environment feel more dynamic and inviting. When students are excited about their surroundings, they are more likely to engage deeply with the material and invest themselves in their learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has transformed our classroom into a space where students feel comfortable, safe, and motivated to learn. The stools have become a symbolic reminder that thoughtful, student-centered solutions can make a real difference. We can't thank you enough for helping to create an environment that nurtures both academic growth and a love of reading.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support. Your kindness has not only made our classroom more enjoyable, but it has also inspired a deeper sense of community and shared purpose among our students. We are incredibly grateful for your contribution, and we will continue to make the most of this wonderful resource.","fullyFundedDate":1730505409808,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-classroom-stool-set-for-little-lea/8899932/","projectTitle":"Comfy Classroom Stool Set for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jackie Olin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9582236_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730088674636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9582236"},{"teacherId":9583348,"projectId":8675836,"letterContent":"I hope you all are having a wonderful holiday. I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation towards funding art supplies for our students. Your support plays a crucial role in fostering creativity and artistic expression within our community, and we are incredibly thankful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, we have been able to provide our students with a diverse range of high-quality art supplies. From paints and brushes to watercolor paper and cardstock, each item has allowed our young artists to explore their imaginations and develop their skills. The excitement and enthusiasm seen in our classroom as students engage with these materials is truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nYour generosity not only enriches our art program but also instills a sense of confidence in our students. It encourages them to experiment, take risks, and express themselves freely. We have witnessed firsthand how access to quality art supplies can transform the way students engage with their creativity. The joy on their faces as they create their works is a testament to the impact of your support.\r\n\r\nIn addition to enhancing their artistic skills, these supplies have also fostered collaboration and teamwork among the students. They are learning to share ideas, provide constructive feedback, and appreciate the perspectives of their peers. These invaluable life skills will serve them well beyond the art classroom.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to explore their artistic potential, and your support is instrumental in making that happen. As we move forward, we look forward to sharing the incredible work created by our students with you and all our supporters. We hope you will feel proud knowing that you have played a significant role in their creative journey.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your generosity and belief in the power of art education. 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