{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Toquam Magnet Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":55.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7487846,"projectId":9717854,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my project, Great Things Come From Hard Work and Perseverance Continues! Your donations helped fully fund this project, and I am incredibly grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students now have a variety of reward choices, supplies, and incentives that recognize their hard work and encourage them to keep striving toward their goals. When the materials arrived, the students were so excited — they immediately began talking about what they could \"earn\" next and how they would reach their next milestone. Your support helped create a positive classroom environment where effort and perseverance are celebrated every day.\r\n\r\nAlready, I've seen students set personal goals, practice planning, and make thoughtful decisions about how to use their rewards — big or small. These real-world lessons about goal-setting, delayed gratification, and responsibility are invaluable, and none of it would be possible without your generosity. Students are more motivated, engaged, and proud of their accomplishments because they know someone cared enough to invest in them.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and their potential. Your contribution has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are truly thankful — not just for the materials you provided, but for the message of support and encouragement your gift sends.","fullyFundedDate":1760833318196,"projectUrl":"project/great-things-come-from-hard-work-and-per/9717854/","projectTitle":"Great Things Come From Hard Work and Perseverance Continues","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Niwa-Rrustemi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7487846"},{"teacherId":8373198,"projectId":9652647,"letterContent":"When the new calming corner materials arrived, my students were immediately drawn to the cozy, colorful rug. It quickly became a safe, comforting space where students could take a moment to breathe, reset, or regulate their emotions. The addition of the sensory items—like the mindful maze boards and the squishy fidget toys—has transformed this area into a true self-regulation station. Students love tracing the breathing boards to help themselves calm down, and several have shared that using the squishy toys helps them feel more grounded when they're overwhelmed.\r\nSince everything is durable and easy to clean, the calming corner remains tidy and inviting throughout the day, and students know it's a place they can use respectfully and independently. Your generosity created a space that directly supports social-emotional learning in our classroom. \r\nStudents are now better able to manage big emotions, self-soothe, and return to learning more quickly and confidently. This calming corner has helped build a more peaceful classroom environment where students feel supported, understood, and safe. Thank you for giving them tools that truly make a daily difference.","fullyFundedDate":1758636647964,"projectUrl":"project/a-calming-corner-for-big-feelings/9652647/","projectTitle":"A Calming Corner for Big Feelings","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. March","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8373198_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714092483171","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/march"},{"teacherId":8373198,"projectId":9777057,"letterContent":"When our new books arrived, Cat Kid Comic Club and the Magic Tree House titles, my students were absolutely thrilled. Many of them are huge Dog Man fans, so seeing Cat Kid Comic Club on our classroom shelf caused an immediate rush of excited hands. I use these books during small group reading time to read together and the students are SO interested in the books. \r\nThese books have already made a noticeable impact on my students' learning. The highly engaging graphic novel format has encouraged some of my more reluctant readers to stay focused for longer stretches, building stamina in a way that feels fun and manageable for them. \r\nYour generosity has given my students access to books that truly spark joy and curiosity. These stories have helped strengthen our classroom reading community and provided opportunities for meaningful conversations about characters, settings, and adventure. As we move forward, my students are eager to continue reading the series and have already asked what titles might come next. Your support has inspired a love of reading that will carry far beyond this school year, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1762266382554,"projectUrl":"project/book-studies/9777057/","projectTitle":"Book Studies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. March","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8373198_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714092483171","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/march"},{"teacherId":8373198,"projectId":9627259,"letterContent":"When our new reusable bulletin board paper and borders arrived, my students were so excited to help refresh our classroom space. They immediately noticed how bright, sturdy, and clean everything looked, and several of them said it made the room \"feel new again.\" \r\nWe are already using the boards daily. Our reading board now stays neat and wrinkle-free, which makes it easy for students to check strategies during independent reading. The vocabulary wall has quickly become one of their favorite spots—they enjoy adding new words each week and knowing that the paper won't rip or fade. The durability of these materials means we can change displays without worrying about replacing paper constantly, which saves both time and classroom resources.\r\nThanks to you, our classroom environment feels warm, organized, and intentional. Your support helped us create a space that celebrates student learning and makes them feel proud of their work. Your generosity continues to impact our classroom every single day, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1761849960633,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-our-walls-to-life/9627259/","projectTitle":"Bringing Our Walls to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. March","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8373198_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714092483171","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/march"},{"teacherId":1059131,"projectId":9612947,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom. Your donation will make a meaningful difference in our daily learning. The TPT gift card will allow me to bring in high-quality, engaging resources that meet the diverse needs of my students. The twine and clothespins will help us create a beautiful display space where students can proudly show their work, and the sharpies will support organization and independence throughout the day. The matte clear spray paint will also make our posters and visuals easier for students to read without glare.\r\n\r\nYour kindness truly helps create a brighter, more supportive learning environment where students feel valued and excited to learn. We are so grateful for you and all you do to help our classroom thrive!","fullyFundedDate":1761849961393,"projectUrl":"project/showcasing-student-success-with-creative/9612947/","projectTitle":"Showcasing Student Success With Creative Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brocking","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1059131"},{"teacherId":8006681,"projectId":9628503,"letterContent":"Because of you, our classroom has been filled with new joy, excitement, and endless opportunities to learn. Your generous gifts of Pop the Pig, magnetic building blocks, the sensory learning boards and all the organizational materials have already made a huge difference in my classroom!\r\n\r\nThese materials are more than just games, they are tools that help my students build social skills, problem-solving abilities, and confidence. Pop the Pig has become a fan favorite for practicing turn-taking and teamwork. The magnetic blocks spark creativity and engineering thinking every single day. My students can't wait to share what they've made! Our sensory learning boards give students the calming, hands-on support they need to focus, self-regulate, and succeed.\r\n\r\nYou didn't just give my students items. You gave them moments of laughter, collaboration, creativity, and comfort. You made learning feel safe, exciting, and accessible for every child.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful. Your generosity truly changed us for good.","fullyFundedDate":1757423258249,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-bringing-fun-organization-to/9628503/","projectTitle":"Game On! Bringing Fun & Organization to Indoor Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pepe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8006681_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680571968210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teampepe"},{"teacherId":5199017,"projectId":9631523,"letterContent":"The addition of classroom mailboxes will make a big difference in our daily routines and organization. Students will have their own designated space to store and collect important papers, graded work, and notes, helping them take responsibility for their materials and stay organized. \r\nThis system will save valuable instructional time, reduce clutter, and create a more efficient, welcoming classroom environment. Most importantly, it will help students develop independence and pride in their work while fostering a stronger sense of community.","fullyFundedDate":1758202826497,"projectUrl":"project/mail-time/9631523/","projectTitle":"Mail Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5199017_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1657569381327","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5199017"},{"teacherId":1059131,"projectId":9621435,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom project! Your support means more than words can express. Because of your kindness, my students will have the tools they need to stay organized, motivated, and excited to learn every single day.\r\n\r\nThe book A Bug and a Wish help us build empathy and understanding as we learn about kindness and problem-solving together. The erasable gel pens give students the confidence to take risks in their writing, knowing they can edit and revise without fear of mistakes. The No Yell Bell keeps our classroom calm and transitions smooth, while the owl vinyl water bottle stickers are wonderful incentives to celebrate effort and achievement. The blue painter's tape help us keep our classroom supplies and book bins clearly labeled and organized.\r\n\r\nYour donation has truly made a difference. You have not only provided materials but have also inspired my students to see the value of kindness, organization, and hard work. We are so grateful for your generosity and for believing in the power of education. Thank you for supporting our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1760107735178,"projectUrl":"project/encouraging-kindness-and-keeping-learnin/9621435/","projectTitle":"Encouraging Kindness and Keeping Learning Organized","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brocking","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1059131"},{"teacherId":10229308,"projectId":9659699,"letterContent":"Our students have been utilizing the donations for some time now and have been absolutely loving every minute with them. The stem donations are a hit, the calendar is keeping us on time, and the mailbox keeps us organized. \r\n\r\nWe use our stem tools each morning to increase our focus on problem solving and fine motor skills. Students have been gravitating toward the magnetic blocks and hexagon cubes for weeks. Each student gets a chance to use them and I often use them during lessons as well. This has expanded our learning significantly. \r\n\r\nThe schedule has helped students with anxiety know what will happen next and how long until a certain activity or subject. Gone are the days of students asking \"What's next?\" when they can refer directly to our schedule. Additionally, our mailboxes have been sent from heaven. We use them every day for communications, homework, drawings, etc. It has become a helpful central location that each student can participate in.","fullyFundedDate":1757091514595,"projectUrl":"project/a-classic-second-grade-room/9659699/","projectTitle":"A Classic Second Grade Room!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Noonan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10229308_orig.jpg?crop=1644,1644,x431,y822&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764699604427","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10229308"},{"teacherId":8373198,"projectId":9650251,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom organization project! My students were so excited when the laminating pouches and storage bags arrived. \r\n\r\nThe zipper pouches have been especially helpful for math centers — each pouch now holds a complete activity with the pieces, directions card, manipulatives, and recording sheet all in one place. Having these items laminated and organized means the materials last longer, and students can begin working right away without sorting through loose papers.\r\n\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue building more reusable math and literacy activities that students can rotate through each week. Your contribution is being used every single day to support independence, responsibility, and academic success — thank you for choosing to support our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1758224026339,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-a-smooth-start/9650251/","projectTitle":"Tools for a Smooth Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. March","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8373198_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714092483171","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/march"},{"teacherId":8006681,"projectId":9424546,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations of snacks and popcorn for our classroom! Even though we did not receive the contact paper, it worked out so much better because the snacks were much more fitting for our class. Your kindness and support mean the world to us. The students absolutely love having these treats, and they help make our learning environment even more enjoyable and welcoming.\r\n\r\nWhether it's a little boost during a long day or a fun reward after hard work, your contributions make a big difference. We truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and continued support of our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1750773637655,"projectUrl":"project/bright-tidy-contact-paper-to-refresh/9424546/","projectTitle":"Bright & Tidy: Contact Paper to Refresh Our Classroom Spaces!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pepe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8006681_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1680571968210","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teampepe"},{"teacherId":10066412,"projectId":9438321,"letterContent":"Thank you to all that contributed to our Donor's Choose Supply Project. I cannot thank you enough. All the supplies will definitely help towards student instruction and engagement. \r\n \r\nColored Pencils/ Crayons:\r\nThese supplies strengthen fine motor skills. By holding and manipulating colored pencils and crayons, it strengthens the muscles in my student's hands and fingers. For many of my younger learners, coloring is the first step towards learning to write.\r\n\r\nWobble Cushions:\r\nMany of my young students have a lot of energy and are extremely fidgety. They often need movement to stay engaged in the lesson. 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