{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Barnard Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":64.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9835095,"projectId":9955908,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Because of you, our students are able to have an amazing experience in our dramatic play center. It has quickly become their favorite place to explore, create, and learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement! They couldn't wait to explore everything. Many of them immediately began pretending and assigning roles, and it quickly became the most popular center in our classroom.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue building on these experiences by connecting dramatic play to our current studies. Students will explore real-life roles, expand their vocabulary, and strengthen social-emotional skills like sharing, turn-taking, and expressing their ideas. \r\n\r\nThank you again for making this possible. Your generosity is creating joyful, meaningful learning experiences for our students every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1766067121088,"projectUrl":"project/ignite-imagination-donate-to-our-dramat/9955908/","projectTitle":"Ignite Imagination: Donate to Our Dramatic Play Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tatiana","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9835095_orig.jpg?crop=673,673,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733187253933","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9835095"},{"teacherId":8116190,"projectId":9934097,"letterContent":"THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS TOWARDS THIS PROJECT!!!!! The materials in this project have been a great addition to our classroom. Being able to safely store our technology has not only made it easier to keep materials organized and easier to use and distribute, but has also helped us to prolong the life of the materials for more student use which is such a necessity when you are dealing with constant use by young children.\r\n\r\nThese materials are also helping my students to learn and practice responsibility as they are responsible for ensuring devices are put away in their proper location (our new storage device) and charged at the end of each day. \r\nThe additional chargers in this project have made it that much easier to plug up and charge multiple devices at the same time. \r\n\r\nThis project has truly made an impact in our classroom and in the lives of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1766067122125,"projectUrl":"project/safe-storage-is-just-as-important-as-the/9934097/","projectTitle":"Safe Storage Is Just as Important as The Device!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shanice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missshaniceb"},{"teacherId":8116190,"projectId":9931088,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. The items included in this project have been very useful and beneficial in our class. The Epson printer has been a great addition to the classroom as we are now able to provide our students with color copies, posters, anchor charts and so much more. The TPT giftcards have been great in helping to differentiate lessons and independent work for students. It has also helped to provide colorful resources for us to print and utilize in the classroom. The Flex Space teacher desk has helped to maximize the spacing in our classroom while providing more flexibility and space for students to utilize as they learn comfortably while maneuvering through our Kindergarten classroom. The students really enjoy having better access to their teacher. Your contribution has made all of this possible. The materials from this project has helped to keep our students engaged and equipped to learn. From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU!!!!","fullyFundedDate":1766067142454,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-learning-is-engaged-learning/9931088/","projectTitle":"Colorful Learning is Engaged Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shanice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missshaniceb"},{"teacherId":8116190,"projectId":9930921,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation towards our classroom project. There are no words to express how grateful and excited we were to have our project funded. The students were thrilled to receive the packages although they are not quite sure of the surprises hidden inside. Your donation has made a huge difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe materials from this project will be the highlight of our students' summer as they prepare for first grade. These items will help to motivate our students to do their best in more ways than one while also giving them a head start and glimpse into the next step of their next academic journey. The students will certainly enjoy the summer send off gifts and are already truly appreciative.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. You are truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1766067125684,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-has-been-fun-1st-grade-her/9930921/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Has Been Fun, 1st Grade Here We Come!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shanice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missshaniceb"},{"teacherId":8116190,"projectId":9930889,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation towards our classroom project. There are no words to express how grateful and excited we were to have our project funded. Your donation has made all the difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nAll of the materials from this project have been beneficial to our classroom in so many ways. The iPads have provided students the opportunity to become more engaged in their own learning. As our students are currently at different levels in their academics, the technology has been a great resource to independently engage everyone at their appropriate level while also providing a challenge. The students love being able to visit our in class \"technology center\" and logging themselves in to complete assignments and activities. The iPad cases help to ensure the longevity of our technology. Students have done a great job utilizing these resources independently, but also collaboratively. With these materials I have found that the students have become more excited and engaged in reading and math. The students have also been able to practice respect and responsibility by utilizing all of the materials provided.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. You are truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1766067139748,"projectUrl":"project/an-apple-a-day-will-help-improve-our/9930889/","projectTitle":"An Apple A Day... Will Help Improve Our Grades 3","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shanice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missshaniceb"},{"teacherId":8116190,"projectId":9931002,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation towards our classroom project. There are no words to express how grateful and excited we were to have our project funded. The students were thrilled to receive the packages. Your donation has made a huge difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe incentives from this project have been beneficial in so many ways. These items have helped to motivate our students to do their best in more ways than one. The students enjoy having the opportunity to set a goal, achieve it, and select their very own reward.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. You are truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1766067120863,"projectUrl":"project/eyes-on-the-prize-2/9931002/","projectTitle":"Eyes on the Prize 2!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shanice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missshaniceb"},{"teacherId":4405890,"projectId":10021483,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom! Because of you, our students now have access to snacks that help keep them energized, focused, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, snacks are more than just food—they are a moment of comfort, a chance to reset, and a way to make sure every child has what they need to be successful. Your kindness helps ensure that no student has to worry about being hungry during the school day.\r\n\r\nWe have already seen how much this means to our class. Students are more attentive, engaged, and excited to participate. It truly makes a difference in their learning and their overall well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1770394251568,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-on-snacks-on-snacks/10021483/","projectTitle":"Snacks On Snacks On Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Swinson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4405890_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695811719453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-swinson"},{"teacherId":8116190,"projectId":9939352,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our \"Reset & Refocus Corner.\" Because of you, our gym is not only a place for movement and play, but also a safe space where students can learn how to manage their emotions and take care of their minds.\r\nMy students are energetic, expressive, and full of big feelings. During physical activity, those emotions can sometimes become overwhelming. Thanks to your donation, students now have access to tools that help them pause, breathe, and reset. Whether it's relaxing in a bean bag, using sensory tools, or taking a quiet moment, they are learning how to regulate in healthy and positive ways.\r\nWhat makes this project so special is that it teaches students an important life lesson: taking a break is not a failure; it is a skill. Because of you, students are building self-awareness, confidence, and emotional control. They are learning how to return to class calm, focused, and ready to re-engage\r\nYour generosity is helping create an environment where every child feels supported, understood, and safe even in a high-energy space like the gym. You are making a lasting impact not just on their physical health, but on their emotional well-being too.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for helping us create a space where they can truly thrive","fullyFundedDate":1766067028445,"projectUrl":"project/reset-refocus/9939352/","projectTitle":"Reset & Refocus","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shanice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/missshaniceb"},{"teacherId":5890127,"projectId":9957237,"letterContent":"Your support is making a meaningful difference in the daily lives of my preschool students. Because of your generosity, we are able to provide consistent access to nutritious snacks, ensuring that every child has the fuel they need to stay engaged, happy, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nEach day, snack time has become more than just a routine. It is a moment where students can refuel, connect, and feel cared for. I have seen a noticeable difference in their focus, energy, and participation throughout the day. Students who may have once struggled to stay attentive are now more engaged during lessons, more active during play, and more confident in their learning.\r\n\r\nHaving a reliable supply of snacks has also created a sense of comfort and stability in our classroom. Every child knows they will be cared for, and that simple assurance allows them to focus on being curious, creative, and excited about learning.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity ensures that no child goes without. Regardless of their background or circumstances, every student has equal access to the nourishment they need to grow and thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you for your kindness and for supporting our classroom in such an essential way. You are helping to create a stronger, healthier, and more focused learning environment where all students can succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768504596107,"projectUrl":"project/snack-n-roll/9957237/","projectTitle":"Snack n' Roll!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5890127_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537391308111","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shepherd113"},{"teacherId":5890127,"projectId":9942721,"letterContent":"Your generosity is making a lasting impact on my students in the most meaningful way by giving them the tools they need to build the foundation for writing success. With these fine-motor materials, learning has become an engaging, hands-on experience where students strengthen their hands while exploring, creating, and playing.\r\n\r\nEach day, I see students eagerly reaching for the write-and-wipe pockets to practice their lines, shapes, and names with growing confidence. The Expo markers make writing feel exciting and low-pressure, allowing them to try again and again without fear of mistakes. NeeDoh balls and Theraputty have quickly become favorites, helping little hands build strength and control in a fun and calming way. And of course, Play-Doh sparks creativity while naturally developing the pinching, rolling, and pressing motions essential for writing.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students are not only improving their grip strength and coordination, but they are also building the confidence needed to take on early writing tasks. I am already seeing increased stamina, better pencil control, and more independence during drawing and pre-writing activities. These are critical skills that will support them throughout their educational journey.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these resources ensure that every child, no matter their starting point, has access to the support they need to succeed. You have helped create an environment where all students can grow, explore, and feel proud of their progress.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and empowering their little hands to do big things. Your kindness and generosity truly make a difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1766067017773,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-little-hands-for-big-wri/9942721/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Little Hands for Big Writing!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5890127_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537391308111","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shepherd113"},{"teacherId":5904139,"projectId":9941090,"letterContent":"The materials and supplies received have been amazing! Book and print skills such as holding a book, identifying letters, describing pictures and increasing vocabulary are all skills supported through your donations. In our classroom reading looks like students talking about the illustrations, engaging in book conversations, identifying letters/words and asking questions about the text. Some students have shared that they use the materials regularly as part of their home learning. Parents have also shared they can see an increase in learning and engagement.","fullyFundedDate":1766067056327,"projectUrl":"project/winter-break-fun-and-learning/9941090/","projectTitle":"Winter Break Fun and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. B.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5904139_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1537805602782","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-bpk"},{"teacherId":5904139,"projectId":9912537,"letterContent":"These materials have made all the difference in my students' learning not only in academic areas such as math, literacy, science, social studies and art but also the development of critical social emotional skills as they learn to navigate their feelings and engage with their peers. Students use fidget toys whenever they need to refocus in order to continue learning. The expandable breathing balls are also used during transitions to support students calming their bodies I order to be ready for learning. Students were very surprised and excited when they saw the materials. They couldn't wait to unbox and start using them. Next steps are for students to create a list of calming techniques using the new materials. 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