{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ross Woodward Magnet School","outOfStateSupporters":34.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9284233,"projectId":9972269,"letterContent":"Your gifts to us are immeasurable, and we are grateful for the kindness you have shown us! Giving us not one but two pencil sharpeners, plus the abundance of pencils we asked for, was a beautiful mid-semester surprise! \r\n\r\nAs part of our classroom community, we name things. One of our pencil sharpeners is named \"Faith\" because she has faith in us. I have used this as inspiration to encourage students when they need motivation. We also believe in a family culture in the classroom. Faith is the students' little cousin. Interactions with their little cousin keep them smiling!\r\n\r\nThe Ticonderoga pencils are part of the students' notebooks so that they are always \r\nprepared for writing. These pencils are so sturdy that some students have kept them for the present school year!\r\n\r\nA GREAT BIG THANK YOU FROM OUR HEARTS TO YOURS!!! MUCH SUCCESS TO YOU!","fullyFundedDate":1774393496844,"projectUrl":"project/keep-us-moving-write-along/9972269/","projectTitle":"Keep Us Moving Write Along","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Venable","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9284233_orig.jpg?crop=2002,2002,x317,y889&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696614526821","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9284233"},{"teacherId":9417155,"projectId":10089892,"letterContent":"Thank you for generously donating to my Super Duper Stem project! I'm looking forward to integrating the materials you funded into my library lessons this year. \r\n\r\nThe materials were received during the second week of school, and that is when I am reviewing library policies and procedures as well as resetting expectations. The materials won't be used to support a lesson until later in the school year; however, I had a few second-grade students \"test\" the materials to gauge their enthusiasm. As you will see from the photos I uploaded, the students loved them! \r\n\r\nThese are some of the lessons I will use the materials for:\r\n- Traditional literature lesson with grade 1 -- students build a house that can withstand the \"Big Bad Wolf\" (a hair dryer with ears taped on)\r\n- Thanksgiving activity with Grade 2 -- students create a \"trap\" for a turkey using the straw connectors\r\n- A cause and effect lesson using the book \"The Domino Effect\", followed by a domino chain challenge.\r\n\r\nThe versatility of the items I chose will support a variety of extension activities for my students and I thank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1780430110533,"projectUrl":"project/super-duper-stem/10089892/","projectTitle":"Super Duper STEM!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Finnegan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9417155_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1707002600527","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9417155"},{"teacherId":566706,"projectId":8421660,"letterContent":"On behalf of my discovery lab students, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your generous donation of a color printer. Your support will have an immediate and meaningful impact on our classroom, helping to create richer learning experiences and providing students with greater access to high-quality instructional materials.\r\n\r\nA color printer is much more than a piece of technology. It is a tool that brings learning to life. Students often learn best when they can interact with visual materials that are vibrant, engaging, and easy to interpret. Whether we are studying science diagrams, analyzing maps, exploring mathematical models, or creating presentations, color helps students make connections and deepen their understanding.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, we strive to create an environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. The ability to print in color will allow students to engage with materials in ways that would not otherwise be possible. Graphic organizers, reading resources, anchor charts, student projects, and hands-on activities will all become more accessible and meaningful.\r\n\r\nAs a fourth-grade teacher, I believe that students should have opportunities to see themselves as creators rather than simply consumers of information. This printer will support that goal by allowing students to design and publish their own work. They will be able to create colorful illustrations, present research, develop informational displays, and share their ideas with pride. Seeing their work printed professionally reinforces the value of their effort and encourages them to continue growing as learners.\r\n\r\nColor also plays an important role in differentiation. Every classroom includes students with different learning styles and academic needs. Visual supports can make complex concepts easier to understand and help students organize information more effectively. Having the flexibility to create customized materials will allow me to better meet the needs of every learner in my classroom.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, your donation sends an important message to my students. It shows them that members of their community believe in them and are willing to invest in their education. Acts of generosity remind children that their learning matters and that there are people who care about their success. Those lessons often extend far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nTeaching is most effective when students have access to the tools and resources they need to explore, question, create, and discover. Your contribution will help make those opportunities possible every day. The benefits of this donation will continue throughout the school year as students use this resource to support their learning across every subject area.\r\n\r\nThank you for your generosity, your support, and your commitment to education. Your gift will positively influence countless classroom experiences, and my students and I are truly grateful for your investment in our learning community.","fullyFundedDate":1726682564415,"projectUrl":"project/picture-perfect-printer/8421660/","projectTitle":"Picture Perfect Printer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Light","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp566706_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458303112451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jessica-light"},{"teacherId":10036837,"projectId":9920167,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our string players with the supplies they need to continue playing and growing as musicians. As you know, the more students practice, the more wear and tear their strings experience.\r\nThanks to this project, my 5th–8th grade string students received new, updated strings, replacement pegs, and improved shoulder rests that help them hold their instruments with better posture and greater comfort.\r\nThe students were thrilled to help unbox the delivery and were absolutely beaming with excitement when they saw their new shoulder rests. With the continued support my classroom has received through DonorsChoose, my students have truly excelled. Thank you all again for your generosity and support","fullyFundedDate":1774143699645,"projectUrl":"project/necessities-for-string-players/9920167/","projectTitle":"Necessities for String Players","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10036837_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753109449858","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10036837"},{"teacherId":7280042,"projectId":9524630,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity. When the boxes of \"Healthy and Fun Classroom Essentials\" arrived, the atmosphere in our room was electric! My students were beyond excited to see the new resources, with many of them asking, \"Is this really for us?\" It was a beautiful moment to show them that a whole community of people they've never met is rooting for their success.\r\n\r\nWe have hit the ground running with these new materials. Whether it's using the organizational tools to keep our workspace tidy or the \"fun\" essentials to provide much-needed brain breaks, the impact was immediate. One specific moment that stands out was during our last group activity; having the right supplies meant every student could participate fully without having to wait or share limited resources. You could see their confidence grow as they focused on the lesson rather than the lack of materials.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources are going to be a staple in our daily routine. Our next step is a collaborative project where students will use these essentials to track their personal goals and stay organized during our upcoming science unit. These materials aren't just \"things\"—they are the tools that help my students feel cared for and ready to learn. Thank you for making our classroom a healthier, happier place to be!","fullyFundedDate":1755728450440,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-and-fun-classroom-essentials/9524630/","projectTitle":"Healthy and Fun Classroom Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ceneri","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7280042_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723150494076","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7280042"},{"teacherId":480761,"projectId":9473949,"letterContent":"With your generosity and donations we were able to start our school year off right. All my students were able to get their supplies and not have to worry or feel indifferent because they didn't have anything. We Are Forever grateful for our new headphones, paper supply, and other fun and necessary classroom items. I was able to make a calm down corner for students who struggle day-to-day. I was also able to make small packs of supplies for students to complete work at home if needed. Thank you again for your generosity it takes a village and thanks for being part of mine.","fullyFundedDate":1757438752336,"projectUrl":"project/we-supplied-the-supplies/9473949/","projectTitle":"We Supplied the Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cormier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp480761_orig.jpg?crop=422,422,x117,y57&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660394899791","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/480761"},{"teacherId":10036837,"projectId":9471473,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our school! Because of your generosity, students now have the opportunity to learn music through a variety of hands-on, percussive experiences.\r\n\r\nThe excitement from our younger grades when the boxes arrived was truly indescribable. Seeing their faces light up as we opened the djembes was unforgettable! The students absolutely love playing them and enjoy creating and performing rhythmic patterns together.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboards have given students a new way to express their creativity by writing their own music. Thanks to this donation, I am now able to implement a composition component into my general music classes, which has been incredibly exciting for the students.\r\n\r\nAnd finally—the Boomwhackers! These have quickly become a student favorite and truly keep the kids engaged. They love creating short tunes, playing along with songs, and experimenting with sound. The color-coded design has been an amazing tool for teaching how chords work, making it easier for students to remember and understand musical concepts. They ask to use them every single class!\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you so much for your support. 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