{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"River Terrace Education Campus","outOfStateSupporters":64.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9925294,"projectId":9680140,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now has a sewing machine that has opened the door to exciting new learning opportunities for my students. Although we are still gathering the remaining supplies—such as thread, scissors, and fabric—my students were thrilled when they first saw the machine. Many of them immediately began imagining what they could create, and their excitement filled the room. Even without using it yet, the sewing machine has already sparked conversations about creativity, independence, and real‑world job skills.\r\n\r\nYour donation has given my students something meaningful to look forward to. They often ask when we will begin sewing and what our first project will be. Their enthusiasm has helped build momentum for our upcoming hands‑on lessons, and it has encouraged them to think about how sewing connects to everyday life, personal expression, and future employment opportunities. The presence of the machine alone has inspired curiosity and boosted their confidence.\r\n\r\nAfter winter break, we will begin our first major project: making alterations for our upcoming prom. Students will help hem dresses, adjust suits, and complete simple repairs—giving them the chance to practice measurement, fine‑motor skills, and craftsmanship. We also plan to offer basic clothing alterations for staff, which will help students build customer‑service skills and experience real‑world responsibility. Your support has laid the foundation for a project that will empower students, build practical skills, and create a sense of pride in their work.","fullyFundedDate":1758046253094,"projectUrl":"project/back-2-school/9680140/","projectTitle":"Back 2 School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lookerishasmith"},{"teacherId":9925294,"projectId":9378590,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom now has a sewing machine that has opened the door to exciting new learning opportunities for my students. Although we have not been able to use the machine just yet—because we are still gathering essential supplies like thread, fabric scissors, and materials—my students were thrilled when they first saw it. Many of them immediately began sharing ideas about what they wanted to create, and their excitement has already sparked conversations about design, creativity, and real‑world job skills.\r\n\r\nYour donation has given my students a sense of pride and anticipation. Even without using the machine yet, they understand that this tool represents independence, hands‑on learning, and the chance to build skills they can use beyond the classroom. They often check in to ask when we'll begin sewing, and their enthusiasm has helped build momentum for our next big project.\r\n\r\nAfter winter break, we will begin using the sewing machine for a meaningful, community‑centered project: alterations for our upcoming prom. Students will help hem dresses, adjust suits, and make small repairs—giving them a chance to practice real tailoring skills while contributing to a school event they care deeply about. We also plan to offer simple clothing alterations for staff, which will help students practice customer service, measurement, and craftsmanship. Your support has laid the foundation for a hands‑on learning experience that will build confidence, creativity, and practical life skills.","fullyFundedDate":1759256945078,"projectUrl":"project/tailoring-talent-learning-through-sewin/9378590/","projectTitle":"Tailoring Talent: Learning Through Sewing & Design","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lookerishasmith"},{"teacherId":10059841,"projectId":9434706,"letterContent":"I would first like to say thank you so much for your generous donations. I truly and sincerely could not support my classroom without your help. Every contribution you have made has had a direct impact on both my students and myself, and I want to take the time to share just how meaningful your support has been.\r\nOne of the most immediate benefits has been the ability to maintain a clean and healthy classroom environment. My class is currently the only room that has not had a single student sick this season, and I believe that is largely due to the resources you have helped provide. With your support, I have been able to wipe down all the desks multiple times a day, keep the changing table sanitized, and clean all frequently touched surfaces. These small but consistent actions have created a safe space where students can focus on learning without the distraction or worry of illness. It has also given families peace of mind knowing their children are in a classroom where health and safety are prioritized.\r\nBeyond cleanliness, your donations have allowed me to bring in new materials that have transformed the way my students engage with mathematics. The manipulatives you provided have made math more accessible for learners at all levels. For some students, these tools have helped them visualize abstract concepts in a concrete way, while for others they have provided hands‑on practice that strengthens skills and builds confidence. When the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was contagious. They were especially thrilled with the manipulatives, and I immediately noticed how their curiosity and willingness to try new strategies increased.\r\nBeing able to view math from a different perspective has not only boosted their interest but also opened doors to deeper understanding. Students who once felt intimidated by numbers are now approaching math with enthusiasm. They are more willing to take risks, ask questions, and explore multiple ways of solving problems. This shift in mindset is invaluable, because it shows that learning can be joyful and empowering.\r\nYour generosity has also had a ripple effect on classroom culture. The new materials have encouraged collaboration, as students often work together to solve problems using the manipulatives. They share ideas, explain their reasoning, and celebrate each other's successes. This has fostered a stronger sense of community and mutual support, which is just as important as academic growth.\r\nI cannot emphasize enough how much your donations mean to us. They have allowed me to provide a cleaner, safer environment, more engaging learning opportunities, and a classroom culture built on excitement and collaboration. Every day I see the difference your support makes, whether it's in a student's smile when they finally understand a math concept, or in the confidence they show when they advocate for themselves during group work.\r\nI cannot thank you enough for believing in my classroom and in me as a new teacher. Your support has made all the difference in helping me start strong and give my students the opportunities they deserve. If you are able to support me further, I would love to share my next project with you: Let's Get Clean. The ID number is 9943482.","fullyFundedDate":1757539581748,"projectUrl":"project/starter-kit/9434706/","projectTitle":"Starter Kit","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vital","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059841"},{"teacherId":9925294,"projectId":9370673,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of our project, \"Fresh & Focused: Sanitizing for Success,\" our classroom has transformed into a cleaner, healthier, and more welcoming learning environment. The sanitizing supplies you provided are used daily—students wipe down their desks each morning, clean shared materials after group work, and help maintain a fresh space that everyone feels proud of. One of my favorite moments was watching students cheerfully volunteer to help sanitize the room after a hands‑on activity; they were excited to use the new materials and took real ownership of keeping their space clean.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, my students were thrilled. Many of them commented on how good the classroom smelled and how \"fresh\" everything felt. For students who thrive on routine and sensory comfort, having a clean, organized environment has made a noticeable difference in their ability to stay focused and engaged. Even more importantly, we've seen fewer students getting sick, which means more consistent attendance and more time spent learning together.\r\n\r\nThese resources continue to support our current lessons by helping students stay healthy and ready to participate. As we move into upcoming projects that involve shared materials, group collaboration, and hands‑on learning, the sanitizing supplies will ensure that students can work safely and confidently. Your generosity has given us more than cleaning products—you've given my students a classroom where they can learn comfortably, confidently, and with fewer interruptions. Thank you for making such a meaningful impact on their daily school experience.","fullyFundedDate":1758202815729,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-focused-sanitizing-for-success/9370673/","projectTitle":"Fresh & Focused: Sanitizing for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lookerishasmith"},{"teacherId":10059841,"projectId":9484108,"letterContent":"hope this message finds you well. I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation to our Reading/Wellness Corner. Because of your support, my students now have a special space in our classroom where they can sit, relax, and enjoy reading in a calm and welcoming environment.\r\n\r\nThis corner has become more than just a reading area—it's a place where students can go when they feel overwhelmed or need a moment to manage their emotions. It allows them to center themselves before returning to whole group instruction, and it's made a noticeable difference in their ability to stay focused and engaged.\r\n\r\nWe also use the Reading/Wellness Corner during small group reading sessions, and the change in scenery has helped spark renewed interest and enthusiasm for learning. Your contribution has truly helped bring my vision to life, and I cannot begin to express how grateful I am to have donors like you who believe in the power of education and student well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1756804180023,"projectUrl":"project/readingwellness-corner/9484108/","projectTitle":"Reading/Wellness Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vital","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059841"},{"teacherId":6060097,"projectId":9424210,"letterContent":"Thanks for your donation to our classroom the students and staff are grateful for such kind hearted people we send hugs and love.\r\nThese item will ensure classroom and student stay clean and health for a good while it mean a great deal to us many thanks again.\r\nWith so many budget cuts it warms our hearts to know we can count on Donors choose and there partners to help make away for thing that are needed every basic school day and your wonderful Donors made away just for that it takes a big load off the teacher shoulder with when your help","fullyFundedDate":1754646278195,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-start/9424210/","projectTitle":"Fresh Start","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tate","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6060097"},{"teacherId":10059841,"projectId":9423570,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me set up my classroom. As a first-year teacher, I was terrified about what the start of the year would look like. I have heard horror stories of teachers spending hundreds of their own money to set up their classrooms without any support from their schools or the district. The expectations to have a beautiful classroom decorated from wall to wall before the first day of school gave me so much anxiety. Especially since I did not have the funds to do it myself. The supplies in this project are recyclable, and I can reuse them all year and every year. My goal was to create a welcoming and calming environment for my students. A lot of them are students with autism spectrum disorder and struggle with behavioral issues. The greenery and eucalyptus decor help the students feel welcomed. The positive affirmations placed by the door and over their cubbies are a great reminder that they are loved, smart, appreciated, welcomed, worthy, special, talented, and important. The essential oils work as aromatherapy for the students. It helps them remain calm when they are stressed or agitated. My students are so happy.","fullyFundedDate":1755195031104,"projectUrl":"project/first-year/9423570/","projectTitle":"First Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vital","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10059841"},{"teacherId":9925294,"projectId":9198248,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our \"Creating Calm and Comfort in Learning Spaces\" project! With your support, we were able to add two cozy bean bags to our classroom, creating a dedicated cool-down area for students who feel overwhelmed or need a moment to regain their composure\r\n\r\n. When the bean bags arrived, students' faces lit up with excitement, and several immediately expressed relief at having a comfortable space to calm down. One student said, \"This is the perfect place for me when I need a break,\" truly demonstrating the importance of this new resource.\r\n\r\nThe cool-down area is now an essential part of our daily routine. Students use the bean bags whenever they need time to decompress, collect their thoughts, or reset emotionally before returning to classroom activities. During a recent mindfulness exercise, a student chose the bean bag area to quietly reflect and journal, which helped them return to learning with renewed focus and a sense of calm. The presence of this space has greatly improved students' emotional regulation and created a more supportive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nAs we look ahead, we plan to continue integrating the cool-down area into our social-emotional learning lessons and daily routines. Your support has helped make our classroom a more welcoming and nurturing place for every child, and we are incredibly grateful for the positive impact you've made.","fullyFundedDate":1746762587469,"projectUrl":"project/creating-calm-and-comfort-in-learning-sp/9198248/","projectTitle":"Creating Calm and Comfort in Learning Spaces","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lookerishasmith"},{"teacherId":9842464,"projectId":8965196,"letterContent":"Thank You for Helping Make RTEC Prom Unforgettable\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous support, our students at River Terrace Education Campus were able to experience a prom night that was both joyful and empowering — a celebration many of them had only dreamed of.\r\n\r\nWhen our students first walked into the transformed space, their faces lit up with excitement and disbelief. The decorations, music, and special touches made them feel seen, celebrated, and included. For many of our students with disabilities, this was their first opportunity to attend a formal event like this, and it gave them a sense of pride, independence, and belonging.\r\n\r\nOne of the most unforgettable moments was watching a student who's usually very reserved confidently step onto the dance floor and lead a group dance. That confidence carried into the classroom the following week — and we saw students talking more, socializing more, and even showing more engagement in their daily routines.\r\n\r\nThis project wasn't just about one night. It was about building memories, boosting self-esteem, and showing our students that they are worthy of every beautiful experience life has to offer.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, we've set a new standard for what our students can dream of — and achieve. We're excited to keep that momentum going in the classroom and beyond.","fullyFundedDate":1734984843978,"projectUrl":"project/rtec-prom/8965196/","projectTitle":"RTEC PROM","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9842464"},{"teacherId":6060097,"projectId":9188403,"letterContent":"Myself and class want to thank you for your generous donation with cuts to spending in the public school system it been hurt to get things needed for everyday care.\r\n\r\nThanks to the wonderful donors from donors choose which made a big difference in the outcome for our class. The blessing from the donors will aways be remembered with clean classroom s and dry bottoms we want to say THANKS from and families and the students and staff. \r\n\r\nWe send big hugs and smiles for awesome things we did to assist our class","fullyFundedDate":1746699601793,"projectUrl":"project/finish-line-clean-and-dry/9188403/","projectTitle":"Finish Line Clean and Dry","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tate","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6060097"},{"teacherId":9925294,"projectId":9116266,"letterContent":"Thanks to your amazing generosity, our classroom creativity has reached new heights! The arrival of the Die Cut and Emboss Machine has opened up endless opportunities for hands-on learning and meaningful projects. As part of our School-Based Enterprise, students have been using this incredible tool to design unique embossed cards for a variety of special occasions. From heartfelt cards for our librarian on Librarian Day to thoughtful creations for Assistant Principal's Week, Easter, and Teacher Professional Day, the machine has become a centerpiece of creativity and skill-building in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe moment the machine was unboxed was truly unforgettable. Students' faces lit up with excitement as they imagined the creative possibilities ahead. It didn't take long for them to dive in, brainstorming ideas and testing out the machine with enthusiasm and joy.\r\n\r\nOur next steps involve using the Die Cut and Emboss Machine to craft beautiful, embossed Mother's Day cards. Students are channeling their creativity and attention to detail to design thoughtful cards that express love and appreciation for the mothers and mother figures in their lives. This project not only allows students to showcase their artistic talents but also helps them develop essential life skills like time management, precision, and collaboration.\r\n\r\nThrough these engaging projects, your generous gift is inspiring students to explore their potential, build confidence, and connect their creativity to the real world. You are truly helping shape futures—thank you for making such a lasting impact!","fullyFundedDate":1742237234471,"projectUrl":"project/crafting-without-limits-die-cut-and-emb/9116266/","projectTitle":"Crafting Without Limits: Die Cut and Emboss","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lookerishasmith"},{"teacherId":9813521,"projectId":8898643,"letterContent":"Thank you for the items. Each item has helped me show my tech team a little appreciation for their hard work. I have been able to use the stickers to help brighten some of their days when they are down. Also the kids loved the books about the animals the most. The keyboard helped us navigate through the iPad with ease will doing research. While we are continuing to find new ways and things to reward the students with this was a great start thank you.\r\n\r\nWe here at River Terrace work hard everyday to make sure our students have the resources needed to be successful. 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