{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Crystal River Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2868301,"projectId":8559869,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to my classroom! I am very grateful that I can provide resources for students to use when they need support regulating their emotions. Students have really enjoyed learning more about their emotions through the SPOT books and regularly make text-to-self connections as we read. My students are also doing a great job with using the noise cancelling headphones and fidgets in ways to support their regulation without disrupting their learning. Thank you for supporting my classroom and students!","fullyFundedDate":1723635218644,"projectUrl":"project/calm-corner/8559869/","projectTitle":"Calm Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meserve","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2868301_orig.jpg?crop=358,358,x211,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693364009358","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2868301"},{"teacherId":2868301,"projectId":8394763,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous contribution to my classroom through DonorsChoose. With your support, I was able to provide my students with an accessible and organized classroom library. My students are able to safely browse all the books now and the stickers and bins allow them to be responsible and independent in their book shopping. These improvements have increased the student engagement with my classroom library. Thank you very much for supporting my classroom and students!","fullyFundedDate":1717182965650,"projectUrl":"project/make-our-library-space-our-happy-place/8394763/","projectTitle":"Make Our Library Space Our Happy Place","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meserve","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2868301_orig.jpg?crop=358,358,x211,y38&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693364009358","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2868301"},{"teacherId":2509583,"projectId":9455546,"letterContent":"I wanted to follow up and share how much these materials have supported our classroom this year.\r\n\r\nThe seat sacks have become an essential part of our daily routine. Students keep their whiteboards, markers, and math binders right at their seats, which has made a noticeable difference in how smoothly our day runs. Instead of stopping to look for materials or waiting for help, students are able to get what they need and stay focused on their work.\r\n\r\nThe math binders have also been a valuable resource. Students regularly use number charts, number bonds, and place value tools to support their thinking. I've heard students say things like, \"I know where to find it,\" as they independently turn to a tool to help solve a problem- small moments that show growing confidence and ownership.\r\n\r\nOur table supply carts have helped create a more organized and efficient learning environment. Transitions are quicker, materials are easier to manage, and students are better able to take responsibility for keeping their spaces in order.\r\n\r\nOverall, these systems have strengthened students' independence, responsibility, and ability to manage their own learning. The impact goes beyond organization- it's helping students build habits and confidence that support them across all areas of the day.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and helping make this possible. Your generosity has had a meaningful and lasting impact on my students.","fullyFundedDate":1752366842253,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-in-place-smiles-on-face/9455546/","projectTitle":"Supplies in Place = Smiles on Face!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Courtney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2509583_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y355&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598469162381","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2509583"},{"teacherId":2509583,"projectId":9191700,"letterContent":"I'm so sorry this thank you is coming later than intended, but please know your generosity has been making a difference in our classroom every single day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students have had access to hands-on, engaging materials that truly bring learning to life. Our listening center CD players have become a favorite part of the day. Just last week, one of my students paused the audio and said, \"Wait! I can read that part too!\" before jumping in and reading along with a huge smile. Moments like that build confidence in such a powerful way.\r\n\r\nThe Dr. Seuss books have been especially loved- full of laughter, rhythm, and joy. I've had students giggling while rereading lines and then proudly sharing them with a partner, completely unaware of how much fluency practice they're getting in the process.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic sound wall boards and letter trays have been a game changer during phonics instruction. I've watched students who used to guess at words slow down, touch each sound, and say, \"Ohhhh, I get it now.\" One student even told me, \"This helps my brain see the sounds,\" which perfectly captures what these tools are doing for them.\r\n\r\nThe math, literacy, and fine motor games have also made a huge impact. During independent work time, I now see students fully engaged- building, creating, and practicing skills with focus and excitement. A group of students recently asked, \"Can we keep working on this instead of stopping?\"- which, as a teacher, is about the best feedback you can get.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my students and helping create a classroom filled with curiosity, confidence, and joy. Your generosity truly matters, and we are so grateful.\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1743654433564,"projectUrl":"project/playing-to-learn/9191700/","projectTitle":"Playing To Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Courtney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2509583_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y355&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598469162381","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2509583"},{"teacherId":9248843,"projectId":9595130,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Elglish Language learners at our school. You kindness and consideration makes an impact on the daily lives and the education of so many students. We all know funding for schools is hurting right now and your support means more than ever. \r\n\r\nBecause of you students are more engaged in their learning and have access to the tools that support their learning needs. Its so wonderful to see the students working with the tools you have supplied and it makes it so much fun to learn and teach.","fullyFundedDate":1755520549469,"projectUrl":"project/eld-at-cres/9595130/","projectTitle":"ELD at CRES","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Powers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9248843"},{"teacherId":9248843,"projectId":9639163,"letterContent":"Funding this project made it possible for English language learning students to experience hands on ways to enhance their language. It provided tangible experiences that can connect to the vocabualry they are learning in class. This is vocabualry that will make their learning more accessible and will connect to the real world. \r\n\r\nSeeing the students so excited to use these materials and create projects they were excited about was a real joy. Thank you for making this possibility for us. We always appreciate the generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1761959555408,"projectUrl":"project/eld-projects/9639163/","projectTitle":"ELD Projects","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Powers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9248843"},{"teacherId":9248843,"projectId":9082859,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and thoughtfulness. Your contribution has brought joy to many students. You have provided resources that will enhance our learning and create hands-on experiences. The books you have provided will increase engagement and language usage among emerging bilingual students. \r\n\r\nWithout donors like yourself it is impossible to fund all of the experiences we want our students to have. You make learning and teaching more achievable with your generosity. We appreciate you and think of you as we enjoy these materials.","fullyFundedDate":1738976224231,"projectUrl":"project/eld-at-cres/9082859/","projectTitle":"ELD at CRES","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Powers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9248843"},{"teacherId":2183422,"projectId":9542762,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my classroom! With the supplies I was able to get with this support, my students are able to express themselves more creatively. The craft box, markers, glue guns, and paint Supplies help us make such creative and imaginative projects. Students are more engaged because they are able to see their ideas come to life in the way they had envisioned. The other supplies like headphones, expo markers, erasers, etc simply help me teach. They help students learn in a wider variety of ways- via videos, audio, whiteboard practice, etc. \r\n\r\nYour support is so appreciated.\r\nThank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1755520549562,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials/9542762/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mira","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2183422_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x138,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754585494581","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2183422"},{"teacherId":9223334,"projectId":9588419,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding materials for my flexible seating project. I have been teaching for 14 year and this is my first year at CRES. As a new teacher to a school, you never know how the classroom you are going into will be set up with materials. With a small class Budget that is focused on student supplies, I wanted to create a safe, comfortable place for all students to learn. I believe the classroom needs to feel like a strong community and that every student feels like they belong. This is essential so they are able to learn and be their best every day. Your donation helped support students in feeling comfortable in their classroom so they can learn and grow to their best ability. It is now a welcoming classroom where everyone belongs. We are so grateful for all of the items your donation funded and use them every day. We are so grateful for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1755520549750,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-furniture-and-flexible-seating/9588419/","projectTitle":"Classroom Furniture and Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nielsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9223334_orig.jpg?crop=2159,2159,x0,y259&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755115645701","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9223334"},{"teacherId":9559171,"projectId":9415858,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom! The books, headphones, art supplies, storage bins, stickers, teacher tools, magazine racks, insect habitats, and science and writing materials have truly transformed our learning space.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom is not only more organized but also a calm, creative, and inspiring place to learn. The supplies have supported so many hands-on projects. Our Colorado maps project has been a highlight this year, and our poetry unit was a huge success thanks to the art supplies, poetry book materials, and microphones for our Poetry Slam. The new magazine rack has made reading time more inviting and accessible for everyone. The headphones have made online standardized testing smoother and allowed students to enjoy audiobooks with greater focus and independence. Each of these resources helps students express themselves, collaborate, and take pride in their work.\r\n\r\nMany parents and fellow teachers have commented on how relaxing and welcoming our classroom feels, and I know that's possible because of thoughtful donors like you. Thank you for helping me create a safe, fun, and meaningful learning environment where students can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1751653458524,"projectUrl":"project/stocked-for-success-headphones-habitat/9415858/","projectTitle":"Stocked for Success: Headphones, Habitats, Math Tools and More!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lauckhart","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9559171_orig.jpg?crop=2517,2517,x218,y811&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750052262466","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9559171"},{"teacherId":9229848,"projectId":9544381,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been buzzing with excitement since our new supplies arrived! When my fourth graders first saw the new markers, crayons, and bright book display, they immediately began brainstorming art projects and crowding around to choose their next great read. It was such a joyful moment watching their faces light up as they realized these materials were for them—tools to help them learn, create, and express themselves.\r\n\r\nWe've already put many of the new resources to use. The laminator has quickly become a classroom favorite! Students beam with pride when they see their work preserved and displayed around the room. The organizational bins and label maker have transformed our space into a more efficient and welcoming environment, and the new headphones have made our technology time run seamlessly. In our Regulation Zone, students are using the calming tools to reset and refocus, helping them return to learning with confidence.\r\n\r\nAs we move through the year, these resources will continue to play a big role in everything from reading groups to art projects to emotional-regulation breaks. My students feel proud of their classroom and excited to learn each day, and that wouldn't be possible without your generosity. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where every child feels supported, creative, and ready to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1755520549406,"projectUrl":"project/help-give-my-students-the-classroom-they/9544381/","projectTitle":"Help Give My Students the Classroom They Deserve!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kenly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9229848_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693596884020","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9229848"},{"teacherId":5299383,"projectId":9030283,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! Your donation means so much to both me and my students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, I can bring meaningful learning experiences into our classroom that wouldn't be possible otherwise. Your support is helping my students grow, explore, and stay excited about learning every day.\r\n\r\nOver the past few weeks, we've been making incredible use of the iPads you helped fund. They've quickly become a favorite part of our literacy block! Here's how we've been using them to grow our learning: We have the Starfall App. This engaging app has helped students develop foundational reading skills such as letter recognition, letter-sound knowledge, blending, irregular word recognition, and advanced phonics—all through fun, interactive games. Another thing we are doing is using the OSMO Kits – These hands-on tools have made learning feel like play! They've been a fantastic resource for reinforcing early literacy skills like spelling, reading, and letter recognition. Lastly, we are using Storyline Online – The students love listening to stories read by celebrities and professionals. It's a magical way to build vocabulary, comprehension, and a love for reading.\r\n\r\nThis center has quickly become one of the most popular rotations during literacy time, and I love seeing the students so engaged and excited about learning.\r\n\r\nI'm looking forward to discovering even more ways to keep their curiosity alive and their minds growing. 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