{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Davie Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9239632,"projectId":10413819,"letterContent":"make it sound like me\r\nCopilot said:\r\nThank you for making our project, Elevate Our Ensemble: Adjustable Xylophone Tables for All, a reality! The moment the tables arrived, my students were so excited to try them out. It may seem like a small change, but being able to adjust the instruments to the right height has made a huge difference. One of my favorite moments was watching students immediately stand taller, play more comfortably, and focus on making music instead of trying to reach the instrument. During our ensemble activities, every student can now participate comfortably and confidently, creating a more inclusive environment where all learners can be successful.\r\n\r\nThe adjustable tables have quickly become an important part of our music lessons. Not only they are great for writing surface, our students are using them as they learn melodies, practice rhythm patterns, and work together in small-group ensembles. I've noticed increased engagement, better posture, and more confidence, especially from students who previously struggled with fixed-height setups. The excitement is still there every time we use the xylophones, and students take great pride in their performances and musical growth.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, my students will continue building their ensemble skills while learning more challenging songs and preparing for classroom performances. These tables will support them every step of the way by allowing them to focus on technique, teamwork, and musical expression. Your generosity has provided so much more than furniture. You have helped create a space where every child feels included, capable, and excited to make music. Thank you for investing in my students and helping them experience the joy and confidence that comes from making music together.","fullyFundedDate":1786541768500,"projectUrl":"project/elevate-our-ensemble-adjustable-xylopho/10413819/","projectTitle":"Elevate Our Ensemble: Adjustable Xylophone Tables for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez (Music Teacher)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9239632_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720468200894","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9239632"},{"teacherId":9239632,"projectId":10413788,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Strum and Store: A Safe Home for Our Ukuleles! Your generosity has truly made a difference in our music classroom. When my students first saw the new storage system and chord posters, their faces lit up with excitement. They were proud to see the ukuleles displayed neatly and safely, and the colorful chord visuals immediately caught their attention. The posters have become an especially valuable tool for our ELL and ESE students, providing clear visual support that helps them independently identify chords and participate more confidently in lessons.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments has been watching students use the chord posters to help them remember finger placements and successfully play new chords on their own. The organized storage keeps our instruments protected and accessible, while the visual references make learning more engaging and inclusive for all students. Seeing students encourage one another and celebrate their musical successes has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue building their ukulele skills by learning new chords, strumming patterns, and songs. The chord posters will remain an important resource as they develop independence and confidence as young musicians. Thank you for investing in our students and helping create a classroom where every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and experience the joy of making music.","fullyFundedDate":1786541641526,"projectUrl":"project/strum-and-store-a-safe-home-for-our-uku/10413788/","projectTitle":"Strum and Store: A Safe Home for Our Ukuleles!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez (Music Teacher)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9239632_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720468200894","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9239632"},{"teacherId":9239632,"projectId":10486633,"letterContent":"The impact of these resources on my classroom has been truly meaningful. The SEL books have opened the door to thoughtful conversations about emotions, empathy, perseverance, and self-awareness. My students are making stronger connections between music and their everyday lives, learning that it is okay to express their feelings and that every emotion has value.\r\n\r\nThe bookshelf has transformed our music room into a welcoming learning space where students can easily access and explore books independently. The rolling bookshelf has allowed me to bring these valuable resources into different instructional areas, making lessons more flexible and engaging. Students are excited whenever the books become part of our music activities.\r\n\r\nThe feelings puppets have quickly become a favorite classroom tool. They encourage even our shyest students to participate in discussions about emotions and help make abstract social-emotional concepts more concrete and relatable. Through storytelling, music, and play, students are developing emotional vocabulary and learning healthy ways to communicate their feelings. In the photos, students are exploring how music can express emotions through chords that sound happy, sad, or angry. The puppets provide valuable visual support, particularly for our ESE and ELL learners, helping them connect emotions with musical sounds and better understand how feelings can be expressed through music.\r\n\r\nThese resources have helped create a more inclusive, supportive, and student-centered learning environment. I have seen students become more confident in sharing their thoughts, more compassionate toward their peers, and more willing to engage in meaningful conversations. Thanks to the generosity of donors, my classroom is not only a place where students learn music, but also a place where they learn about themselves and others. Your support has helped my students discover that every feeling truly has a song.","fullyFundedDate":1787320573530,"projectUrl":"project/every-feeling-has-a-song/10486633/","projectTitle":"Every Feeling Has a Song","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez (Music Teacher)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9239632_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720468200894","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9239632"},{"teacherId":9239632,"projectId":10413714,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, Drumming Up Joy with KidStix Rhythm Stations! Because of your generosity, my music classroom has become an even more exciting, engaging, and interactive place for students to learn and grow.\r\n\r\nThe KidStix Rhythm Stations have transformed the way my students experience music. Instead of simply learning about rhythms, students are actively creating, performing, and collaborating with their classmates. The hands-on nature of these stations allows every child to participate, regardless of their musical background or ability level.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these resources, I have seen increased student engagement, improved focus, and greater confidence during music lessons. Students are eager to practice rhythm patterns, work together in small groups, and challenge themselves to master new skills. The stations encourage teamwork, communication, and problem-solving while making learning fun and meaningful.\r\n\r\nThese instruments have also provided an excellent outlet for creativity and self-expression. Students who may be hesitant to participate in traditional classroom activities often shine when given the opportunity to create and perform rhythms. The joy on their faces as they explore music, celebrate success, and work together has been truly inspiring. Incorporating these skills and the KidStix Rhythmic Stations would be really inspiring in a school concert too! \r\n\r\nBeyond music skills, the rhythm stations help students develop important life skills such as perseverance, listening, cooperation, and self-confidence. Our classroom feels more inclusive, energetic, and student-centered because of these opportunities for active learning.\r\n\r\nYour support has done much more than provide instruments. You have helped create memorable musical experiences that inspire a love of learning and music. Thank you for helping us drum up joy, creativity, confidence, and connection in our classroom every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1786541596741,"projectUrl":"project/drumming-up-joy-with-kidstix-rhythm-stat/10413714/","projectTitle":"Drumming Up Joy with KidStix Rhythm Stations","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez (Music Teacher)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9239632_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720468200894","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9239632"},{"teacherId":9844471,"projectId":9167434,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to new resources that have truly enhanced their learning experience.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the materials daily, especially during small group instruction and hands-on learning activities. One memorable moment was during a recent lesson where students worked collaboratively using the new resources to complete a project. I saw increased engagement, especially among my English Language Learners, who benefited from the visuals and interactive components. It was incredible to watch them make connections and confidently participate.\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to explore and couldn't wait to start using them. Many of them expressed how \"fun\" learning felt, which is exactly the kind of environment I strive to create.\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue using these resources to support our current lessons and upcoming projects. My goal is to build on this momentum by incorporating more collaborative and differentiated activities that meet the diverse needs of all learners. These materials will play a key role in helping my students grow academically and build confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a meaningful difference in our classroom. Your support has truly impacted my students in a positive and lasting way.","fullyFundedDate":1746786254295,"projectUrl":"project/childrens-hope/9167434/","projectTitle":"Children's Hope","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arencibia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9844471_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755831318172","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9844471"},{"teacherId":9560416,"projectId":9947730,"letterContent":"The use of headphones significantly supports our students learning by minimizing the background noise, this helps the students concentrate better. They also have a positive impact on young student's language development by allowing them to focus on auditory instruction without distractions, while learning to understand better their letter sounds, words and sentence patterns. This also helps them work independently, increases engagement as they work at their own pace.\r\n\r\nHeadphones also play an important role in supporting elementary students' language development and overall academic success. The students can replay instructions, lessons or whatever is needed. This leads to improve comprehension a great sense of accomplishment. As a result, students are more on track and meeting learning goals.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping our students grow and succeed. 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