{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Glen City Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10530760,"projectId":10394086,"letterContent":"Here's a polished response you can use for your DonorsChoose thank-you letter about your new classroom carpet:\r\n\r\nOur new classroom carpet has quickly become the heart of our classroom! We use it every day for our morning meetings, read-alouds, phonics lessons, math discussions, and partner activities. One of my favorite moments was seeing all of my first graders gather together with excitement during our first story time on the new carpet. Having a comfortable, welcoming space has helped students stay focused, participate in discussions, and feel like they are part of a classroom community.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new carpet, they were thrilled! They couldn't wait to find a spot and immediately commented on how soft and colorful it was. Their excitement made our classroom feel even more inviting, and they were eager to begin learning in their new space. It has become a place where students feel safe, comfortable, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, our carpet will be the gathering place for guided reading, collaborative learning, science investigations, and classroom celebrations. Students will use this space to build literacy skills, solve math problems together, share ideas, and work as a team. Thank you for giving my students a place where they can learn, grow, and create lasting memories together. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1785521014492,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-space-for-every-story/10394086/","projectTitle":"Creating a Space for Every Story","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Salgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10530760_orig.jpg?crop=1908,1908,x2123,y766&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781294060630","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10530760"},{"teacherId":10530760,"projectId":10381572,"letterContent":"Our new classroom books have made a wonderful difference in our students' learning and excitement for reading. These new texts have allowed us to introduce important literacy skills such as making predictions, identifying story elements, building vocabulary, improving reading comprehension, and making connections between the text and students' own experiences. Having a wider variety of engaging books also helps students develop a genuine love of reading while strengthening their confidence as readers.\r\n\r\nReading is one of the highlights of our day. Students enjoy listening to interactive read-alouds, participating in class discussions, reading independently, and working with partners or small groups to explore new stories. The new books have sparked meaningful conversations and encouraged students to ask thoughtful questions, share their ideas, and discover new topics that interest them. With more books to choose from, every student has an opportunity to find stories that capture their imagination.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were once hesitant readers have been especially excited about the new additions to our classroom library. They eagerly browse the shelves, recommend favorite books to their classmates, and are spending more time reading independently. Watching students become enthusiastic about books has been one of the most rewarding outcomes of this project. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where every child has access to engaging, high-quality books that inspire curiosity, learning, and a lifelong love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1785005242383,"projectUrl":"project/fairy-tales-for-future-readers/10381572/","projectTitle":"Fairy Tales for Future Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Salgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10530760_orig.jpg?crop=1908,1908,x2123,y766&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781294060630","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10530760"},{"teacherId":10530760,"projectId":10343107,"letterContent":"We were so excited to receive our new art materials, and my students could hardly wait to start creating! As soon as they saw the new supplies, the classroom filled with smiles, excitement, and endless ideas. Many of my students immediately began talking about what they wanted to make, while others eagerly explored the different materials and techniques they could now try. Having access to high-quality art supplies has made our classroom feel even more creative and inspiring.\r\n\r\nWe have already begun using these materials in our current art projects, where students are exploring color, texture, and self-expression through mixed-media artwork. The new resources have given them the confidence to experiment, take creative risks, and produce work they are truly proud of. In the coming weeks, students will continue building their artistic skills through collaborative projects, seasonal artwork, and creative challenges that encourage imagination and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their creativity. Your generosity has provided opportunities that would not have been possible without your support. Every brushstroke, drawing, and masterpiece your donation helps create is a reminder to our students that there are people who care about their learning and success. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1784150533923,"projectUrl":"project/coloring-a-brighter-future/10343107/","projectTitle":"Coloring a Brighter Future","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Salgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10530760_orig.jpg?crop=1908,1908,x2123,y766&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781294060630","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10530760"},{"teacherId":10530760,"projectId":10336196,"letterContent":"Our new books have brought so much excitement to our classroom! These texts help introduce important first grade reading skills such as recognizing sight words, building vocabulary, practicing fluency, making predictions, retelling stories, identifying characters and settings, and understanding the lesson or message in a story. Many of the books also encourage students to ask questions, make connections to their own lives, and develop a love of reading through engaging illustrations and relatable characters.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is an active and joyful experience. We gather together for interactive read-alouds where students listen, think, and share their ideas. During small-group instruction, I can provide books that match each student's reading level so they feel successful while continuing to grow. Students also enjoy independent reading and partner reading, where they practice using reading strategies, build confidence, and discover new favorite books. The variety of books allows every child to find stories that spark their curiosity and imagination.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been especially meaningful for some of my emerging readers, who are beginning to see themselves as confident readers. Students who were once hesitant to pick up a book are now eager to choose one during independent reading time, while stronger readers are excited to challenge themselves with new stories. It has been wonderful to watch students recommend books to one another, talk about their favorite characters, and celebrate their reading growth. Thank you for helping create a classroom where every child has the opportunity to fall in love with reading.","fullyFundedDate":1781718886425,"projectUrl":"project/growing-strong-readers-one-book-at-a-ti/10336196/","projectTitle":"Growing Strong Readers, One Book at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Salgado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10530760_orig.jpg?crop=1908,1908,x2123,y766&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1781294060630","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10530760"},{"teacherId":9095995,"projectId":10122877,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of your kindness, we were able to purchase a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card to obtain high-quality supplemental learning materials, as well as new carpet squares for our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe resources purchased through Teachers Pay Teachers have helped bring learning to life for our students. One of their favorite activities has been participating in math mysteries, where they work together to solve engaging problems using critical thinking, teamwork, and mathematical reasoning. These activities have encouraged students to collaborate, communicate their ideas, and apply their math skills in meaningful and exciting ways.\r\n\r\nThe new carpet squares have also made a positive difference in our classroom community. During morning meetings, students now have comfortable, designated spaces where they can gather, share, listen, and build connections with one another. These daily meetings help create a welcoming environment where every student feels included and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided our students with valuable learning experiences and has helped foster both academic growth and a strong sense of community. Thank you for investing in our classroom and making these opportunities possible. We truly appreciate your support and the impact it has had on our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1776103177033,"projectUrl":"project/shape-up-our-learning-space/10122877/","projectTitle":"Shape Up Our Learning Space!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mejia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9095995_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776219674699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9095995"},{"teacherId":9095995,"projectId":10137044,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project and helping provide books in both languages for our classroom. Your generosity will have a meaningful impact on our students and their learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThese books will give our students access to engaging stories in both languages, helping them strengthen their literacy skills, expand their vocabulary, and develop a lifelong love of reading. For many of our students, having books available in both Spanish and English helps them build confidence as bilingual learners while also allowing them to see their language and culture represented in the classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students will have more opportunities to explore new ideas, connect with diverse characters and experiences, and practice reading in a supportive environment. The excitement on their faces when they discover new books to read is a direct result of your support.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their education. Your generosity is creating opportunities that will benefit them for years to come. We are truly grateful for your contribution and for making this project possible.","fullyFundedDate":1773931309027,"projectUrl":"project/new-books-new-adventures/10137044/","projectTitle":"New Books, New Adventures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mejia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9095995_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776219674699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9095995"},{"teacherId":9550691,"projectId":9901580,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Each student now has an organized space for their math tools, which has made transitions quicker and allowed us to spend more time focused on learning instead of passing out materials. During art, students have been using the watercolors and aprons to create beautiful, detailed projects and they are taking great pride in their work. \r\nOne of the most exciting additions has been our new vocabulary game, TAPPLE, which has brought so much energy and engagement to our language practice—students are eager to participate and challenge themselves.\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these materials to build independence, creativity, and strong academic habits. I plan to continue incorporating hands-on projects and interactive vocabulary activities to deepen learning across subjects. Your support has truly made a meaningful impact on both our classroom environment and my students' daily experiences. We are so grateful for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1763450805841,"projectUrl":"project/creating-organizing-and-learning-toget/9901580/","projectTitle":"Creating, Organizing, and Learning Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tapia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9550691_orig.jpg?crop=1280,1280,x1000,y420&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726711021509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestratapia"},{"teacherId":9550691,"projectId":9895832,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, our learning environment has become more joyful. My students were immediately excited when they saw the new materials, especially the birthday goodies and art supplies! \r\nOur classroom library is now more organized with the bookends and color coded stickers, which has helped students independently find and keep books organized with confidence. It has truly made a difference in how smoothly our reading time runs. During our reading time, students are able to quickly locate books at their level or interest, giving them more time to actually read and enjoy stories. The art supplies have been used to create special projects and during our fun friday free choice activities. \r\nMoving forward, we will continue to use these resources to strengthen our classroom community and support student learning. Students are becoming more independent with classroom routines, more creative in their work, and more excited to participate each day. Your support has truly made a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for your kindness and generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1763361886842,"projectUrl":"project/organization-creativity-and-joy/9895832/","projectTitle":"Organization, Creativity, and Joy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tapia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9550691_orig.jpg?crop=1280,1280,x1000,y420&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726711021509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maestratapia"},{"teacherId":8100490,"projectId":9897924,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students are walking into our classroom each day with the tools they need to feel prepared, confident, and capable. What may seem like simple supplies have made a powerful difference in their daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nWe are using these new resources every single day. Students use their earbuds during independent reading and online math practice, allowing them to focus without distractions and truly engage with the material. Our wireless mice have made technology time smoother and less frustrating, especially for students still developing fine motor skills. Instead of struggling to click and drag using a trackpad, they are navigating programs with confidence. Even something as simple as fresh pencils has helped students take greater pride in their work — writing more carefully, revising more willingly, and completing assignments with a positive attitude.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, their excitement was immediate and heartfelt. They couldn't believe that someone they had never met cared enough to support their learning. \r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students are applying these tools to a current research and writing project. We are using the copy paper to print graphic organizers and specialized paper for the students to organize their ideas. They are using technology to draft paragraphs and listen to research materials on our learning platforms. These resources are helping them build responsibility and perseverance while strengthening academic skills and fine motor skills.\r\n\r\nYour support has done more than provide supplies — it has boosted confidence, reduced frustration, and shown my students that people believe in their potential. Thank you for being part of our classroom story and for helping create an environment where every child feels supported and empowered to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1765396221635,"projectUrl":"project/small-supplies-big-impact/9897924/","projectTitle":"Small Supplies, Big Impact!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. W","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8100490_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725279774740","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8100490"},{"teacherId":10392281,"projectId":9972533,"letterContent":"We Can Listen! has been a success in my classroom. My students received their new headphones early this year and they have used them just about every school day. \r\nAll twenty students are able to listen to directions, hear the stories, and speak into the headphones to have their voices recorded when reading. I no longer have a student telling me, \"Ms. E, I can't hear anything.\" or \"My headphones don't work.\" As I'm working with a small group of students, I can now look up at the whole class and see them engaged and attentively reading or answering questions on their screens. I can hear them read without them shouting over each other. \r\nThank you so much for supporting our class and providing us with desperately needed headphones. \r\nWe appreciate your generosity in helping students grow and learn.","fullyFundedDate":1767234228969,"projectUrl":"project/we-can-listen/9972533/","projectTitle":"We Can Listen","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Escalante","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10392281"},{"teacherId":9095995,"projectId":9690531,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of you, my students now have access to headphones that allow them to fully engage with AMIRA, our literacy AI program, in a focused and meaningful way.\r\nThe headphones have made a tremendous difference during reading time. With fewer distractions, students are able to concentrate on their individual reading sessions, receive immediate feedback, and practice fluency and comprehension at their own pace. AMIRA provides personalized support for each learner, and the headphones ensure students can hear instructions clearly and feel confident working independently.\r\nThese resources have helped create a calm, productive learning environment where students are excited to track their progress and take ownership of their reading growth. Students who once felt hesitant now approach reading with greater confidence and enthusiasm.\r\nThank you for investing in our students and supporting their literacy journey. Your generosity has had an immediate and lasting impact on our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1757535992118,"projectUrl":"project/tech-tools-for-stronger-readers-amira-i/9690531/","projectTitle":"Tech Tools for Stronger Readers: AMIRA in Action","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mejia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9095995_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y40&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776219674699","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9095995"},{"teacherId":4616598,"projectId":9899309,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! Using ESGI as an online assessment tool supports our classroom because it streamlines our assessments giving us more time to learn. ESGI populates student data so we can see trends and pinpoint who needs more academic support. \r\n\r\nStudents like that it generates games they can play at home and in class that focuses on their needs. Parents love that it generates reports on what they have learned and what they haven't learned yet. 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