{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Seaton Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":51.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":522659,"projectId":9486309,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! We've already begun to use the materials and they have been transformational for our classroom! The students were particularly excited about the dress up center--now we can put out costumes related to our unit of study and the kids can access them easily and clean up independently.\r\n\r\nWe've used the magazine holders daily to hold engaging independent work. Each student has their own magazine holder where they keep individualized work such as name writing practice, scissor skills, or math activities. The clothespins are also a daily-use item that students use for various activities that strengthen the small muscles in their hands and help them build fine motor skills.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible for our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758852412484,"projectUrl":"project/write-play-grow-creating-a-space-for/9486309/","projectTitle":"Write, Play, Grow: Creating a Space for Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/522659"},{"teacherId":2211564,"projectId":9715781,"letterContent":"The kids were so excited for the fresh Color Monster books and materials, especially since our original Color Monster book had been so well worn and loved it was falling apart! \r\n\r\nWe made jars with all the color monster feelings and kids love to answer how they're feeling each day by placing a gemstone in the appropriate jar.\r\n\r\nThe emotions stones and sensory discs have become new favorites in the library and calm down cube, and support kids in their play and self-regulation practice.\r\n\r\nThank you for the support with this project!","fullyFundedDate":1758225423897,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-learning-with-the-color/9715781/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Learning with the Color Monster","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Freedman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2211564_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x115,y44&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683256677323","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/alicefreedman"},{"teacherId":6182529,"projectId":9632545,"letterContent":"Our young artists are loving the sensory tools and A Little Spot of Feelings kit. This week we are becoming emotion detectives and painting how we feel. The scribble dot is very popular!\r\n\r\nSocial-emotional learning is integral in helping students navigate self-awareness, time-management, and problem-solving. When someone can name their feeling they can ask for support, be it emotional or academic. \r\n\r\nSEL also ties in beautifully with DCPS's focus this year, which is Metacognition. These tools help is think about thinking!","fullyFundedDate":1756926259096,"projectUrl":"project/art-is-sensory/9632545/","projectTitle":"Art is Sensory!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kopsidas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6182529_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1546824707439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6182529"},{"teacherId":6859933,"projectId":8044454,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our library through DonorsChoose! Your generosity has made a real difference in helping our students discover the joy of reading.\r\n\r\nOur school library is more than just shelves of books—it's a safe, welcoming space where students can explore new genres, formats, and stories that spark their imaginations and build a lifelong love of reading. Thanks to your donation, we were able to add high-interest titles like *Diary of a Wimpy Kid*—a consistent favorite among our 2nd to 5th graders—as well as a wide variety of manga, which continues to be one of the most sought-after formats in our collection.\r\n\r\nManga, with its bold visuals and accessible storytelling, has been especially impactful for our reluctant and struggling readers. These books fly off the shelves, and having a diverse selection ensures that all of our students can find something that excites them and keeps them coming back for more.\r\n\r\nYour support helps us create a library that reflects our students' interests and needs—and for that, we are truly grateful.\r\n---","fullyFundedDate":1702007851570,"projectUrl":"project/reluctant-readers-love-manga/8044454/","projectTitle":"Reluctant Readers Love Manga!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Janka in the Library","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6859933_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704762603373","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seatonlibrary"},{"teacherId":6859933,"projectId":8474635,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our LEGO Makerspace project! Your donation has brought so much more than just bricks into our school library—you've helped us create a welcoming, inclusive, and inspiring space where all students can learn, connect, and thrive.\r\n\r\nLEGO has become the cornerstone of our makerspace because it's accessible to everyone. Whether it's our emerging bilingual (EL) students, those with sensory needs, or students who struggle with behavior challenges, LEGO gives them a way to participate, express themselves, and succeed. It's been incredible to see how this simple tool brings students together who might not normally collaborate—helping them build not just creations, but social-emotional skills and friendships.\r\n\r\nFrom letter building to design challenges, from independent exploration to community-building activities, LEGO has given our students a meaningful, hands-on outlet for creativity and learning. This year, we're excited to expand on our work with the KID Museum by bringing design choice boards and engineering challenges into our makerspace—and your donation makes that possible.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of play, inclusion, and curiosity. You are truly helping us build something special.","fullyFundedDate":1719876174063,"projectUrl":"project/lets-go-lego/8474635/","projectTitle":"Let's Go LEGO!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Janka in the Library","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6859933_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704762603373","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seatonlibrary"},{"teacherId":6859933,"projectId":8211377,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our library project! At our Title I school, resources can be limited—but thanks to your kindness, our students now have access to engaging, high-quality books that support both their learning and their love of reading.\r\n\r\nThis project helped us fill important gaps in our collection with classic preschool books, powerful anti-racist titles, and an exciting new set focused on animal adaptations. Our well-loved anti-racist books were due for replacements, and I know my students will be thrilled to see fresh copies of the titles they've grown to love and revisit often.\r\n\r\nI'm especially excited about the animal adaptation books, which directly support our science curriculum and pair beautifully with our library's research program. Now, students will have the chance to compare print and digital resources and strengthen their inquiry and information literacy skills.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped us not only grow our library but also enrich our students' educational experience in meaningful, lasting ways. Thank you for believing in our school, our students, and the power of a great book.","fullyFundedDate":1715005550633,"projectUrl":"project/my-students-love-animal-books/8211377/","projectTitle":"My Students Love Animal Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Janka in the Library","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6859933_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704762603373","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seatonlibrary"},{"teacherId":6859933,"projectId":7523741,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project to provide essential school supplies for our students. Your kindness is helping us give every child the tools they need to start the school year with confidence, dignity, and hope.\r\n\r\nAt our school, many families face financial hardships that make purchasing basic items like pencils, paper, and notebooks a challenge. We work hard to support them year-round—reaching out to community partners for coats, backpacks, shoes, clothing, and food. This year, we hadn't received a school supply donation until your incredible gift came through.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our students will walk into their classrooms ready to learn, without the stress of feeling unprepared. It may seem small, but something as simple as having their own supplies makes a world of difference in how students see themselves—as learners who are valued, supported, and loved.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is not just filling backpacks—it's lifting spirits and setting the tone for a successful school year.\r\n\r\nWould you like a follow-up version to send once supplies have been distributed?","fullyFundedDate":1690990537835,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-supplies/7523741/","projectTitle":"New Year, New Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Janka in the Library","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6859933_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704762603373","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seatonlibrary"},{"teacherId":6859933,"projectId":7337894,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our project. Your gift has placed engaging, high-interest books directly into the hands of the students who need them most—our high-risk learners, students with disabilities, and our newcomer students. Your kindness is already making a powerful impact.\r\n\r\nEvery book added to our library through this project was carefully selected with my students in mind. Over the past few weeks, I've watched them eagerly reach for titles just like these, and I've asked them directly what kinds of books they'd love to read. Now, thanks to you, they'll have the chance to explore those interests freely and fully.\r\n\r\nThese books will give students the freedom to choose, read, and grow—at their own pace and guided by their own curiosity. The ability to check out multiple books that truly interest them will deepen their love for reading and strengthen their skills in ways that structured instruction alone can't accomplish.\r\n\r\nIt's been inspiring to see how motivated my students already are during independent reading time. Your donation has made that experience even richer, and for many of them, even more magical. From the bottom of my heart—thank you for believing in them and in the power of books.","fullyFundedDate":1683727763745,"projectUrl":"project/give-a-boost-to-our-books/7337894/","projectTitle":"Give a Boost to Our Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Janka in the Library","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6859933_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704762603373","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seatonlibrary"},{"teacherId":6859933,"projectId":6051076,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our library through DonorsChoose! Your generosity has made a real difference in helping our students discover the joy of reading.\r\n\r\nOur school library is more than just shelves of books—it's a safe, welcoming space where students can explore new genres, formats, and stories that spark their imaginations and build a lifelong love of reading. Thanks to your donation, we were able to add high-interest titles like *Diary of a Wimpy Kid*—a consistent favorite among our 2nd to 5th graders—as well as a wide variety of manga, which continues to be one of the most sought-after formats in our collection.\r\n\r\nManga, with its bold visuals and accessible storytelling, has been especially impactful for our reluctant and struggling readers. These books fly off the shelves, and having a diverse selection ensures that all of our students can find something that excites them and keeps them coming back for more.\r\n\r\nYour support helps us create a library that reflects our students' interests and needs—and for that, we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1640981452791,"projectUrl":"project/library-manga/6051076/","projectTitle":"Library Manga!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Janka in the Library","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6859933_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704762603373","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seatonlibrary"},{"teacherId":6182529,"projectId":9310399,"letterContent":"We are thrilled with our new Art Room stools! Light and compact, these stools can be moved and stacked with ease by students of all ages and abilities. We even have extra stools for large classes and support staff. They were easily stored away when we turned our Art Room into a museum for our end-of-year Art Exhibit. \r\n\r\nOur new stools will transport easily when we move to our holding space during renovations. The students enjoy helping when setting up the Art Room in the morning and closing up in the afternoons.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping provide seating for us all!","fullyFundedDate":1746551367111,"projectUrl":"project/art-room-seating/9310399/","projectTitle":"Art Room Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kopsidas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp6182529_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1546824707439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6182529"},{"teacherId":7110710,"projectId":9018727,"letterContent":"This Donors Choose project helped us so much this school year. Our therapy team was able to keep our supplies and materials organized yet still visible to the kids! Staff and students enjoyed them alike. These clear plastic tote bag organizers are total game changers. Additionally, they make clean up time a breeze. Thanks so very much for the continued support. \r\n\r\nThe occupational therapy program at Seaton thrives because of generous donors like you!\r\n\r\nAll of my very best for a happy and health summer!","fullyFundedDate":1735508086544,"projectUrl":"project/happy-new-year-a-fresh-set-of-materials/9018727/","projectTitle":"Happy New Year! A Fresh Set of Materials for 2025","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jamie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7110710_orig.jpg?crop=342,342,x505,y217&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1589565798119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msjamieot"},{"teacherId":6859933,"projectId":5835787,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our **STEM Up the Library!** project. Your contribution means more than you know.\r\n\r\nAt our school, the library is a vibrant hub of exploration and discovery—far beyond just books. It's a place where students read, create, investigate, and dive deep into the inquiry process to explore their own interests and learning goals. Thanks to your donation, the new STEM kits are already making an incredible impact in our maker space.\r\n\r\nThese kits open doors for *all* of our learners—special education students, English language learners, newcomers, and our youngest students just beginning their educational journeys. Every student, regardless of background or ability, now has access to hands-on experiences that help them build confidence and curiosity in science, technology, engineering, and math.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students are not just learning—they're *problem-solving, creating, collaborating,* and growing. 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