{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Country Hills Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":64.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2023997,"projectId":9368992,"letterContent":"Once again, words cannot express how much my class and I appreciate everything you have done for us. \r\nYou could have chosen any class to donate to, but you chose ours once again. Through your generous donation, I was able to foster both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in my students. The prizes in my treasure chest were loved by all of them, and thanks to your support, I was able to create a fun and engaging learning environment in my classroom once more. \r\nPlease understand what a huge difference you are making in a child's educational experience! We are forever thankful\r\n!","fullyFundedDate":1749867793350,"projectUrl":"project/in-our-we-rock-era/9368992/","projectTitle":"In Our \"We Rock\" Era","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Daly-Gelske","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2023997_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628729346723","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dalyowls"},{"teacherId":2194539,"projectId":9407655,"letterContent":"The new rug has quickly become the heart of our classroom! Each morning, my students eagerly find their spot for morning meeting, story time, and whole-group lessons. Having a designated gathering place has made transitions smoother and created a strong sense of community. During reading time, students love to grab their books and cozy up on the rug to read with a partner—it has turned into a favorite spot for learning and sharing.\r\n\r\nWhen the rug first arrived, the excitement was contagious! Students were literally bouncing with joy, commenting on how colorful, soft, and inviting it looked. One child said, \"Now we can all sit together like a family,\" and that simple statement perfectly captured the impact this rug has had.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has done more than add a classroom rug—it has given us a space where students feel safe, comfortable, and ready to shine. As we continue through the school year, this rug will be the center of countless lessons, partner talks, and celebrations. It will also play a key role in building listening, sharing, and teamwork skills as students gather daily to learn side by side.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students this special space where learning and community come together!","fullyFundedDate":1750774705750,"projectUrl":"project/sit-share-shine-a-classroom-rug-for/9407655/","projectTitle":"Sit, Share, Shine: A Classroom Rug for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Read","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2194539_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748213988884","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lalonso521"},{"teacherId":2194539,"projectId":9378767,"letterContent":"When our new tables organizers arrived, the excitement in the classroom was immediate! Students rushed to find their new spots, and the very first thing I noticed was how naturally they leaned into working together. Instead of being spread out in individual desks, they could now sit in groups, share materials easily, and engage in real collaboration.\r\n\r\nOne special moment happened during a math lesson when students were exploring place value with manipulatives. Instead of struggling to balance their supplies on small desks, they spread everything out across the larger tables. This made it so much easier to see, discuss, and explain their thinking to their partners. The teamwork and focus were incredible—the kind of learning environment I always hoped to create.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the tables, their faces lit up. Many of them commented that it felt \"like a big kid classroom\" and \"more like working together at home.\" That sense of pride and ownership has translated into greater focus during lessons and a cleaner, more organized space at the end of each day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we've been able to transform not only our classroom setup but also the way we learn together. As we move forward, these tables will continue to be the hub for reading groups, writing workshops, and hands-on science investigations. They've given us the space to think bigger, collaborate more deeply, and stay organized so our minds can focus on learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and helping us create a classroom where every child has the space to shine!","fullyFundedDate":1750429680156,"projectUrl":"project/tidy-tables-focused-minds/9378767/","projectTitle":"Tidy Tables, Focused Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Read","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2194539_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748213988884","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lalonso521"},{"teacherId":2194539,"projectId":9378729,"letterContent":"When our new trapezoid tables arrived, everyone was in awe! My favorite was when my students walked in for meet and greet. They could hardly contain their excitement. They instantly noticed how much more open and welcoming the classroom felt without rows of bulky desks. The very first morning, we gathered around the tables for a collaborative math game, and I watched their faces light up as they realized they could easily share materials, see each other's work, and talk through their problem-solving together. Instead of leaning over desks or moving chairs to work in pairs, they now have a space designed for connection and teamwork.\r\n\r\nWe will be using the tables daily for small-group reading lessons, hands-on science investigations, and partner writing projects. I can't wait for science experiment time so that every student will be able to reach the materials without crowding, and they can work together like a true team—passing tools, discussing observations, and recording results in their journals. It will be amazing to see them naturally engaging with one another and building communication skills while learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has transformed our classroom into a space that will always feel bigger, brighter, and more collaborative. The next step for my students is to take on more long-term group projects, such as creating posters for our upcoming animal habitat unit and designing STEM challenges where they must plan, build, and test ideas together. Thank you for giving us the tools to learn side-by-side and dream bigger than ever before!","fullyFundedDate":1748616985045,"projectUrl":"project/together-we-learn-making-space-to-learn/9378729/","projectTitle":"Together We Learn: Making Space to Learn Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Read","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2194539_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748213988884","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lalonso521"},{"teacherId":2023997,"projectId":9080508,"letterContent":"I would like to take a moment and inform you of what a difference your thoughtfulness has made in my classroom! My students are engaged with learning. Their self esteems are soaring sky high thanks to your contribution. My students are eager to answer questions and show their work on the board in order to win prizes. There is definitely a need to succeed. I would say a desire to succeed. My students are constantly wanting to win prizes from the treasure box and they will do whatever it takes to accomplish that goal. I went from a class that was unmotivated and tired, to a class with extreme motivation!\r\n \tMy students have developed a very strong intrinsic motivation. Students work hard to have their name displayed in the light up shadow box in order to be recognized for various tests and tasks. Students will also work hard to sit at the VIP desk where our jellyfish globe sits and we have really neat supplies for the student to use! Thank you","fullyFundedDate":1739393284482,"projectUrl":"project/the-motivation-stimulation-club/9080508/","projectTitle":"The Motivation Stimulation Club!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Daly-Gelske","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2023997_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628729346723","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dalyowls"},{"teacherId":6617343,"projectId":8547048,"letterContent":"I would like to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous donations to my classroom. Your support has allowed me to complete my Calming Corner, which is a safe, comfortable space where students can take a break, manage their emotions, and return to their work feeling refreshed and focused.\r\n\r\nWhen the student's first saw the new items, they were so excited! One student in particular laid down on the now plush floor and told me how much more comfortable the space is. This space will be invaluable in helping my students develop emotional regulation skills, as well as provide a positive impact on students' academic performance. Your contribution will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on their well-being and success. \r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and support. 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