{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Victor Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":13.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9309791,"projectId":9381978,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Wheels That Teach fundraiser! Because of your generosity, our class now has a whiteboard on wheels — and it has already made such a positive impact.\r\n\r\nThis mobile board gives us the flexibility to move our learning space wherever we need it. During morning calendar, small groups, or whole-class lessons, I can now roll the board right to the students and model skills up close. It's especially helpful for showing my kinders how to correctly write their letters, form words, and practice early literacy skills in a way that's clear, interactive, and engaging.\r\n\r\nYour donation is making daily learning more accessible and exciting for our classroom. My students and I are so grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1753886795672,"projectUrl":"project/wheels-that-teach/9381978/","projectTitle":"Wheels That Teach!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Connor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9309791_orig.png?crop=885,885,x18,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705015669349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9309791"},{"teacherId":9508940,"projectId":9233939,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our project \"Ahhh...So Colorful, Calm, and Organized\" a success! The new tools and supplies are being well utilized. Newsletters have been sent home with the vibrant, colorful paper. The desk organizers are keeping our papers tidy and neat. Students are enthusiastic to use their new dry board erasers when doing math and writing activities on their white boards. Yes, sometimes the smallest things can make the biggest difference!\r\n In addition to the smaller individual classroom tools, the new electric tools have also been transformative. The new pencil sharpener is so efficient and consistent in providing handy sharp pencils on a daily basis. The standing fan has certainly been a gift to help cool and calm down the students in the heat of the day! In all, the students and I are so very grateful for your donations and amazing support!","fullyFundedDate":1746786927444,"projectUrl":"project/ahhh-so-colorful-calm-and-organized/9233939/","projectTitle":"Ahhh... So Colorful, Calm, and Organized","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yamasaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9508940_orig.png?crop=561,561,x309,y489&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724800242796","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9508940"},{"teacherId":9256450,"projectId":9288838,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now has new STEM materials that are already transforming the way my students explore science and engineering concepts! We've been using the materials for hands-on activities like building structures and experimenting with magnets to explore push and pull forces. These resources allow students to learn through trial and error, test their ideas, and see science in action right before their eyes.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new STEM materials, they were so excited! They immediately wanted to build, test, and experiment with everything. It's been amazing to watch their curiosity and creativity take off as they problem-solve together and share their discoveries with one another.\r\n\r\nSo far, students have used the materials to design towers, create simple machines, and test how magnets interact with different objects. Your support has truly brought science to life in our classroom, and we are so grateful for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1746785431839,"projectUrl":"project/stem-explorers-building-creating-and/9288838/","projectTitle":"STEM Explorers: Building, Creating, and Innovating!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sasaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9256450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744774268951","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9256450"},{"teacherId":9256450,"projectId":9280951,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now has a brand-new small group table that has made a big difference for our Guided Reading lessons and other small group instruction. The table is sturdy, spacious, and perfectly sized for our students, giving them a dedicated space to collaborate, share ideas, and focus on their learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the table, they were so excited! They immediately wanted to gather around it, set up their materials, and start working together. It's wonderful to see them so engaged and motivated simply because they have a special space that supports their learning and teamwork.\r\n\r\nWe've already used the table for our Guided Reading sessions, where students can work closely with me and each other on decoding, comprehension, and fluency skills. Your contribution has truly enhanced our classroom environment, and we are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1746785677864,"projectUrl":"project/a-table-for-teamwork-supporting-small-g/9280951/","projectTitle":"A Table for Teamwork: Supporting Small Group Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sasaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9256450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744774268951","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9256450"},{"teacherId":9256450,"projectId":9424002,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now has a brand-new carpet that has made a huge difference for our students! The carpet is big enough for our entire class, which means students no longer have to sit on the hard floor during group activities or story time. It has created a comfortable and inviting space where everyone can gather, learn, and participate together.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new carpet, their faces lit up with excitement! They immediately wanted to sit on it and explore the space. It's wonderful to see them so engaged and motivated simply because their classroom environment feels cozy and welcoming. The flexible seating options paired with the carpet allow students to choose where they feel most comfortable, helping them focus and collaborate more effectively.\r\n\r\nWith this new space, we've already started using it for several classroom projects, including small group reading, collaborative math games, and interactive science lessons. Your contribution has truly transformed the way our students learn, and we can't thank you enough for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1755741278281,"projectUrl":"project/sit-learn-smile-a-new-carpet-for-firs/9424002/","projectTitle":"Sit, Learn, Smile: A New Carpet for First Grade Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sasaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9256450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744774268951","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9256450"},{"teacherId":6362107,"projectId":9302648,"letterContent":"I can not thank you enough for your donation! My school is a very diverse school. We have MANY languages represented and we have many students with special needs. This year is a year with A LOT of those needs in my room.\r\n I have several students who are below grade level in reading. These books make reading so much fun! Even though they may seem \"young\", it has wonderful language and so many opportunities for discussions - on dialogue, cause and effect, sequencing....etc.... \r\nThe most important part, the kids love them! They LIKE to read with me or in a small group when I pull out these books! It is so wonderful to hear them cheer when I ask them to come sit with me. Or run to the back table and ask if we get to read another of the \"Little Miss Books\"!","fullyFundedDate":1749136824773,"projectUrl":"project/mr-read/9302648/","projectTitle":"Mr. Read!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Graves","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6362107_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1554319167383","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6362107"},{"teacherId":8904693,"projectId":7604851,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support. Your donation has made a meaningful impact in our classroom, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, my students were able to track their growth in their individual data binders, engage with technology in meaningful ways, and collaborate with one another to become active participants in the learning process. These resources have enriched our learning environment and helped my students stay engaged, curious, and motivated.\r\n\r\nIt's incredibly encouraging to know that there are people like you who believe in the importance of education and are willing to invest in our future. Your kindness not only provides tangible tools, but also inspires both me and my students to do our very best every day.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your generosity and support. We are greatly appreciate it!","fullyFundedDate":1694798798709,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-school-supplies-2023-2024/7604851/","projectTitle":"Back to School Supplies 2023-2024","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Huppertz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8904693_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1671414477320","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8904693"},{"teacherId":8434211,"projectId":9310486,"letterContent":"My students were amazed when they saw the new materials gifted to us! We were all so excited to be getting to implement all the new stuff we got. \r\n\r\nStudents have used the new tables/chairs during our rotation centers time. They are using it for things like Chromebook and word work time! Our log mats are also used for a comfy work space when sitting on the floor. The filing bins/shelf have been a great contribution to Room 20! There is now an organized space to keep all of our materials safe and easy to reach!\r\n\r\nMy students will continue to use these materials for years to come! I am so excited and grateful to have gotten the opportunity to have these items gifted to me. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1746787254086,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-and-organization-to-emp/9310486/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating and Organization to Empower Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coyne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8434211_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746201030701","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8434211"},{"teacherId":5491323,"projectId":9036352,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom library has transformed into a vibrant hub of reading, discovery, and meaningful conversations. The new books you helped provide are doing more than filling shelves—they're opening doors to empathy, curiosity, and critical thinking for my students.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading isn't a quiet, isolated activity. It's dynamic and collaborative. Students read in small groups, participate in book circles, engage in read-alouds, and respond through journals, art, and discussion. These books have introduced powerful themes—identity, resilience, friendship, and justice—which we explore through literary analysis, making connections to students' lives and the world around them.\r\n\r\nWe're using these texts to teach skills like inferring meaning through context, identifying author's purpose, analyzing character development, and discussing multiple perspectives. Students are also learning how to cite evidence, debate respectfully, and build interpretations—skills that go far beyond English class.\r\n\r\nOne student who had previously struggled to connect with reading found a deep connection with one of our new novels and has since taken the lead in group discussions. Another reluctant reader now asks if we can read \"just one more chapter\" before moving on to the next subject. These moments are daily reminders of the impact your gift is having.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students feel seen in the stories they read and are inspired to tell their own. Thank you for believing in our classroom and in the power of books.","fullyFundedDate":1737052878180,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-boundaries-contribute-multicultu/9036352/","projectTitle":"Beyond Boundaries: Contribute Multicultural Books for a Kinder World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chae","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5491323"},{"teacherId":9256450,"projectId":9288691,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing our classroom with a brand-new set of journals! These journals have become a beloved part of our daily routine, especially during our Daily 5 writing center. Each day, students look forward to grabbing their journals and diving into writing with excitement and confidence. From personal stories and creative adventures to lists and letters, these journals give them a special space to express themselves and practice their writing skills. The journals have not only encouraged writing stamina but have also helped students take ownership of their work. Their creativity and independence during writing time have grown so much since we introduced these journals.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are so grateful for your kindness and support. Because of you, my students have the opportunity to build strong writing habits, express themselves freely, and develop pride in their work. Thank you for believing in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1746468476886,"projectUrl":"project/a-place-for-our-words-journals-for-youn/9288691/","projectTitle":"A Place for Our Words: Journals for Young Writers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sasaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9256450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744774268951","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9256450"},{"teacherId":9256450,"projectId":9245275,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Your donation brought exciting new counting collection counters into our classroom, and they've made a huge difference in how my students learn and engage with math.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the materials arrived, my students were thrilled. Their eyes lit up as they explored the colorful, hands-on counters—and the room was instantly buzzing with excitement! One student shouted, \"This is like playing and learning at the same time!\" We've used the counters in many ways: to build number sense, practice addition and subtraction, compare quantities, and create patterns. The tactile experience has helped all learners, especially those who need that concrete connection to numbers.\r\n\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, math time has become one of the most engaging parts of our day. I'm so grateful for the joy and learning you've helped spark in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1746111205988,"projectUrl":"project/counting-collections-countless-possibil/9245275/","projectTitle":"Counting Collections, Countless Possibilities!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sasaki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9256450_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744774268951","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9256450"},{"teacherId":9508940,"projectId":9023605,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donations and amazing support in helping our \"Read Around the Room\" project come to life in our 2nd Grade Classroom. Students are so excited to have a new reading carpet and seat cushions to sit on. Whether it's for a small group reading session or for free reading time, students gravitate toward the colorful carpet with its reading book theme and design. Yes, the plush carpet is definitely a popular place and motivational area for the students to sit and read on. \r\n \r\nIn addition to the carpet, the colorful seat cushions from ECR4Kids are also comfortable options for students to sit and read on. The portable seat cushions give students the opportunity to choose a preferred seating area in the classroom. Some students sit together, while others select a more quiet remote place to enjoy a good book. The seat cushions are also helpful in offering extra places to sit during small and whole group reading sessions which can be beneficial. 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