{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Shelter Rock Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1628748,"projectId":10306385,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom! Your kindness means more to my students and me than words can express. Because of wonderful donors like you, I am able to provide my students with meaningful learning experiences, engaging activities, and the materials they need to grow, learn, and be successful. Every donation makes a difference and helps create a classroom where all students have the opportunity to reach their full potential.\r\n\r\nI truly love what I do, but I couldn't do it without the kindness and support of people like you who believe in teachers and their students. Knowing that others care about my students and their education means the world to me. 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Every donation makes a difference and helps create a classroom where all students have the opportunity to reach their full potential.\r\n\r\nI truly love what I do, but I couldn't do it without the kindness and support of people like you who believe in teachers and their students. Knowing that others care about my students and their education means the world to me. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for investing in my classroom, believing in my students, and helping me make learning exciting and memorable. 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Every donation makes a difference and helps create a classroom where all students have the opportunity to reach their full potential.\r\n\r\nI truly love what I do, but I couldn't do it without the kindness and support of people like you who believe in teachers and their students. Knowing that others care about my students and their education means the world to me. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for investing in my classroom, believing in my students, and helping me make learning exciting and memorable. We are beyond grateful for your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1787187103573,"projectUrl":"project/mathematicians-and-social-emotional-supp/10475463/","projectTitle":"Mathematicians and Social Emotional Support for the New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lucarelli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1628748"},{"teacherId":1628748,"projectId":10319078,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom! Your kindness means more to my students and me than words can express. Because of wonderful donors like you, I am able to provide my students with meaningful learning experiences, engaging activities, and the materials they need to grow, learn, and be successful. Every donation makes a difference and helps create a classroom where all students have the opportunity to reach their full potential.\r\n\r\nI truly love what I do, but I couldn't do it without the kindness and support of people like you who believe in teachers and their students. Knowing that others care about my students and their education means the world to me. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for investing in my classroom, believing in my students, and helping me make learning exciting and memorable. We are beyond grateful for your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1780703028893,"projectUrl":"project/learning-fun-on-a-brand-new-rug/10319078/","projectTitle":"Learning Fun on a Brand New Rug","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lucarelli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1628748"},{"teacherId":7926587,"projectId":10154650,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project! Your kindness has helped us expand our classroom library with new, engaging books that my first graders are so excited to explore. Having access to a wide variety of books is incredibly important in helping students develop a love of reading, build their literacy skills, and grow as confident, independent readers. These new books provide students with opportunities to discover new interests, practice their reading skills, and experience the joy of reading both in the classroom and at home.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful parts of this project is the opportunity to expand our collection of Spanish-language books. Many of my students come from multilingual households, and it is so important that they have access to books that reflect their languages, cultures, and experiences. By increasing our selection of Spanish books, students can now bring home stories that they can enjoy and discuss with their families in their home language. This helps strengthen the connection between home and school while allowing families to participate more fully in their children's literacy development. It also sends a powerful message to students that their home languages are valued and celebrated in our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting impact on my students and their families. You have helped create more opportunities for meaningful reading experiences, family connections, and a greater sense of belonging in our classroom community. I am truly grateful for your support and for helping me put books into the hands of young readers who are eager to learn and grow. Thank you for making a difference in their lives!","fullyFundedDate":1783889165667,"projectUrl":"project/shiny-new-books/10154650/","projectTitle":"Shiny New Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Broad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7926587_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753105680857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7926587"},{"teacherId":7829774,"projectId":10232581,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my project \"Refresh Our Literary Landscape. We have already received our first month of Scholastic magazine and my students are loving it! We explored spelling bees and giant pencils and learned that's it's okay to make mistakes. This week we will learn about where butterflies go for the winter. This is such a great resource for teaching science and social studies lessons that we don't normally have as part of our curriculum. \r\nI am also very grateful for the new bookshelves that I received as part of my project. It is so much easier for my students to \"bookshop\" every Monday and choose books that they are interested in or that make them excited about reading. Your generosity has made my teaching more accessible and exciting for my students! I am thankful for the support of my friends and family and for Dalio Education who have all made my job easier this year.","fullyFundedDate":1778096138531,"projectUrl":"project/refresh-our-literary-landscape/10232581/","projectTitle":"Refresh Our Literary Landscape","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cole","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7829774_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651016065700","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7829774"},{"teacherId":5261777,"projectId":10104780,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom through DonorsChoose! Your generous donation has provided my students with amazing materials that allow them to interact with science in creative, hands-on, and fun ways.\r\n\r\nFrom magnets and building materials to Bey Blades and other engaging resources, my students have been exploring science concepts through play, experimentation, problem-solving, and discovery. These materials have made science feel exciting and accessible while helping students develop an understanding of important concepts in subtle and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nIt has been wonderful to see my students so engaged, curious, and eager to explore. They are learning that science isn't just something they read about—it is something they can do, create, test, and experience!\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make these experiences possible and for investing in my students' curiosity. Your support is making a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1781364428511,"projectUrl":"project/spinning-into-science/10104780/","projectTitle":"Spinning into Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Taylor","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5261777_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1523625921022","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5261777"},{"teacherId":8705011,"projectId":10360786,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of your kindness, our learning space has transformed into a much warmer, more organized, and welcoming environment for our students.\r\n\r\nHere is how your contributions have directly impacted our class:\r\n\r\nEmotions Books: These stories have given our students a shared language for understanding and talking about their feelings. 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When a child feels overwhelmed or anxious, having safe, sensory-friendly toys allows them to take a quiet break and return to learning feeling focused and calm.\r\n\r\nYour support has created a safe haven where our students can grow both academically and emotionally every single day. We are so grateful for your investment in our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1786473103918,"projectUrl":"project/big-feelings-safe-space/10360786/","projectTitle":"Big Feelings, Safe Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Monteiro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8705011_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x12,y123&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663449833263","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missmonteiro"},{"teacherId":9160004,"projectId":9543098,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for the generous donations that made it possible to bring a new rug into our classroom. This special space has already become the heart of our room — a cozy place where students gather together for lessons, conversations, story time, games, and collaborative learning. More than just a rug, it has created a welcoming environment where students feel connected, comfortable, and part of a caring classroom community. Your kindness and support have truly made a meaningful difference in our daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nSeeing my students' reactions was absolutely priceless. The moment the rug arrived, their faces lit up with excitement, and they could hardly wait to sit on it together. They immediately embraced it as their meeting place!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping create such a warm and inviting classroom for my students. Your generosity has brought so much joy to our room, and we are deeply thankful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1756080285797,"projectUrl":"project/lets-gather-together/9543098/","projectTitle":"Let's Gather Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Campbell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9160004"},{"teacherId":1628748,"projectId":9926472,"letterContent":"I am writing with a full heart and deep gratitude to thank you for your generous donation to our classroom. Because of your support, my students now have the materials we need to fully implement a Thinking Classroom in mathematics, and I cannot overstate the impact this will have on their learning experience.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped transform our math block from a traditional, worksheet-driven routine into a dynamic, collaborative, and student-centered environment. With the vertical whiteboards, manipulatives, and hands-on materials you provided, students are now standing, discussing, debating, and problem-solving together. They are taking risks, explaining their thinking out loud, and learning from one another in ways that simply were not possible before.\r\n\r\nA Thinking Classroom is about more than just solving math problems. It is about building confidence, perseverance, and communication skills. It is about helping students see themselves as mathematicians. Many of my students have historically struggled with math confidence. Some have felt hesitant to share their ideas or worried about being wrong. Because of your generosity, they now work in visibly random groups, collaborate at boards, and understand that making mistakes is part of the learning process. The energy in the room has completely shifted.\r\n\r\nI have already seen students who were once quiet begin to take leadership roles. I have watched them justify their reasoning, challenge each other respectfully, and celebrate breakthroughs together. They are more engaged, more motivated, and more willing to grapple with challenging problems. The materials you funded are not just supplies; they are tools that are helping to change mindsets.\r\n\r\nYour support also sends an important message to my students—that there are people beyond our classroom who believe in them. Knowing that caring individuals invested in their education helps them feel valued and supported. It reminds them that their learning matters.\r\n\r\nAs an educator, it is incredibly meaningful to know that there are donors who recognize the importance of innovative instructional practices and are willing to invest in classrooms like ours. Implementing a Thinking Classroom requires intention, resources, and support, and your contribution made it possible.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of every student who will stand at those boards, collaborate with peers, and grow in confidence this year, thank you. Your generosity is directly impacting their academic growth and helping them develop skills that will extend far beyond math class.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in our work. Thank you for helping us build a classroom where thinking is visible, valued, and celebrated every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1764723559313,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-thinking-classroom-in-math/9926472/","projectTitle":"Building a Thinking Classroom in Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lucarelli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1628748"},{"teacherId":7596936,"projectId":8204640,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of earphones to our classroom. We truly appreciate your support.\r\n\r\nThe earphones have already made a positive impact on our students' learning. They allow students to focus during independent work, access digital lessons, and listen to reading programs without distractions. This has been especially helpful during small-group instruction and literacy centers, giving students the opportunity to learn at their own pace while staying engaged.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps create a more supportive and effective learning environment for every child. We are very grateful for your generosity and for investing in our students' success.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1710892076482,"projectUrl":"project/an-ear-resistable-approach-to-building-e/8204640/","projectTitle":"An Ear-resistable Approach to Building Enrichment Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Middleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7596936"},{"teacherId":7596936,"projectId":9960674,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous book donation! Your support has truly made a difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nReading time is now one of our favorite parts of the day. Students begin each morning with independent reading, where they choose books that interest them and read quietly at their desks or in cozy spots around the room. We also enjoy partner reading and small-group discussions, where students share favorite parts and recommend books to one another. The new books have brought excitement and energy to our reading block, and students are eager to dive into stories each day.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who were previously hesitant readers are especially enjoying the new books. The engaging series and fun characters have helped spark their interest, and I've noticed these students reading for longer periods of time and showing more confidence. Many are proudly sharing what they've read and asking for the next book in the series. It's been wonderful to see their reading stamina grow and their enthusiasm build.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and for helping create a love of reading in our classroom. 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