{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Big Cypress Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":46.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2813415,"projectId":9611203,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generosity and support of our 2nd grade classroom. Because of you, our students now have access to a mobile whiteboard, markers, whiteboard clipboards, and flexible seating items that have already made a meaningful difference in their daily learning.\r\n\r\nThe mobile whiteboard has allowed me to bring instruction directly to students, making lessons more interactive and engaging. The markers and whiteboard clipboards have empowered students to actively participate, practice skills in real time, and confidently share their thinking. Flexible seating has created a more comfortable and inclusive learning environment, helping students stay focused, calm, and motivated throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThese tools have encouraged collaboration, increased student engagement, and supported different learning styles, allowing each child to thrive. Your kindness has truly enhanced our classroom experience and helped foster a love for learning in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1758120946962,"projectUrl":"project/interaction-collaboration-mobilization/9611203/","projectTitle":"Interaction, Collaboration, Mobilization...Time to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2813415"},{"teacherId":4552001,"projectId":9574590,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of journals and fun writing utensils in support of our children's positive behavior initiatives. Your kindness and thoughtfulness have made a meaningful impact on our students, and we are truly grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nThese journals and writing tools are being used as part of our positive behavior supports to help students reflect, self-regulate, and express their thoughts and emotions in healthy ways. For many children, having their own special journal and colorful, engaging writing utensils makes the process of writing feel exciting rather than overwhelming. This encourages participation, creativity, and a sense of ownership in their learning and personal growth.\r\n\r\nWriting is a powerful tool for students to process emotions, set goals, and recognize positive choices. Through journaling, students are able to practice self-awareness, problem-solving, and emotional expression—skills that are essential for both academic and social success. Your donation allows us to reinforce positive behavior in a meaningful way while supporting students' social-emotional development.\r\n\r\nBeyond behavior support, these journals and writing utensils also help foster confidence and pride. Students feel valued when they receive high-quality materials, and that feeling often translates into increased motivation and engagement. Something as simple as a fun pen or a new journal can make a child feel encouraged, supported, and excited to participate.\r\n\r\nBecause of donors like you, we are able to create a school environment that prioritizes positivity, reflection, and growth. Your generosity helps us reach students in ways that are both practical and impactful, and it directly contributes to a culture of encouragement and care.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and for supporting initiatives that help children build lifelong skills. Your contribution is deeply appreciated and will continue to make a difference every day.","fullyFundedDate":1756238694832,"projectUrl":"project/journaling-through-positive-affirmations/9574590/","projectTitle":"Journaling Through Positive Affirmations","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4552001_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x81,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1570047420453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jory"},{"teacherId":4552001,"projectId":9573938,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, thank you for your generous donation of supplies for our Bobcat Shop. Your support makes a meaningful difference in the daily lives of our students, and we are truly grateful for your kindness and generosity.\r\n\r\nBecause of donors like you, our Bobcat Shop is stocked with engaging and motivating items such as bubbles, pencils, and fun paw-themed rewards. These items may seem simple, but to our students they are powerful tools that promote positive behavior, responsibility, and goal setting. Students work hard to earn Bobcat Bucks by demonstrating our school expectations, and the opportunity to shop for these rewards is exciting and empowering for them.\r\n\r\nThe Bobcat Shop is more than just a place to redeem rewards—it is a key part of our positive behavior support system. It helps reinforce important life skills such as patience, decision-making, and self-control, while also building confidence and pride. Seeing our students light up when they earn and choose an item they've worked toward is incredibly rewarding, and your donation directly contributes to those moments.","fullyFundedDate":1758636509286,"projectUrl":"project/bobcat-shop/9573938/","projectTitle":"Bobcat Shop","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4552001_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x81,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1570047420453","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jory"},{"teacherId":10310211,"projectId":9822728,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of garden supplies, garden beds, seeds, and root viewers. Your support has made a meaningful impact on our classroom and has brought hands-on science learning to life for our students.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the materials, our students have been actively using them to build and maintain our classroom garden. One of our favorite projects so far has been planting seeds in the new garden beds and using the root viewers to observe how plants grow below the soil. The root viewers have been especially powerful—students are checking them daily, excitedly pointing out new root growth and making predictions about what will happen next. It has sparked rich discussions about plant life cycles, nutrients, and responsibility.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were priceless. There were lots of wide eyes, big smiles, and questions like, \"We get to keep these?\" and \"Can we plant today?\" They were immediately engaged and eager to get their hands dirty. For many students, this is their first experience gardening, and the excitement has only grown as they see their plants begin to sprout.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our donors, you've truly gotten a peek into our classroom by helping create an authentic, joyful learning experience. Your contribution has allowed students to learn not just from books, but through observation, care, and real-world application.\r\n\r\nOur next steps include tracking plant growth through journals, measuring changes over time, and connecting our garden to lessons in science, math, and writing. Students will also explore how plants support ecosystems and discuss ways gardens can benefit our community. Eventually, we hope to harvest what we grow and reflect on the entire process from seed to plant.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for believing in our students. Your support has planted seeds of curiosity, responsibility, and excitement for learning that will continue to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1760382943586,"projectUrl":"project/grow-a-garden/9822728/","projectTitle":"Grow a Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Clawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10310211"},{"teacherId":10281339,"projectId":9760752,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of supplies to our school garden. We are incredibly grateful for the garden beds, seeds, hose reel and hanger, and the many other garden tools you provided. Your support has truly made a difference.\r\n\r\nOur students were absolutely thrilled when the supplies arrived. They were eager to get their hands dirty and get to work, and it has been wonderful to see their excitement, teamwork, and pride as the garden came together. Already, butterflies have begun to arrive, and we can't wait to watch the plants grow and thrive in the weeks ahead.\r\n\r\nThe garden looks brand new, and we are so proud of what our students have accomplished with your help. Your generosity has created a beautiful learning space that will inspire curiosity, responsibility, and a love for nature for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our students and our school community.\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\nThe School Garden Team","fullyFundedDate":1760214008353,"projectUrl":"project/grow-a-garden/9760752/","projectTitle":"Grow a Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Coach Cantey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10281339"},{"teacherId":10263115,"projectId":9716739,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our flexible seating project. Because of you, my students now have seating options that help them feel comfortable, focused, and ready to learn. From wobble stools to flexible floor seating, these choices have transformed our classroom into a more welcoming and student-centered environment.\r\nThe impact has been immediate and meaningful. Students who once struggled to sit still are now better able to concentrate, participate in discussions, and stay engaged during lessons. I've noticed improved collaboration, increased confidence, and a stronger sense of ownership over their learning. Giving students the ability to choose where and how they sit has empowered them to better understand their own learning needs.\r\nYour kindness has made a lasting difference in our classroom each and every day. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create a learning space where all children can succeed. We are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1760467425942,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-learning-opportuni/9716739/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Learning Opportunities!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10263115_orig.jpg?crop=280,280,x595,y752&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758033651689","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10263115"},{"teacherId":10328613,"projectId":9856020,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. I want you to know how truly grateful we are for your contribution and how much of a difference it has already made in our classroom. What may seem like a simple donation has created an entire wave of excitement, motivation, and pride among my students. Your kindness has helped build a program that they not only enjoy but beg to participate in more than one day a week!\r\n\r\nSince the materials and prizes arrived, our Math Lunch Bunch has completely transformed. Students who were once hesitant or unsure of themselves now walk through the door with confidence and curiosity. They love the activities, the games, and especially the rewards that give them something positive to look forward to as they work toward their goals. These items have helped create an environment where learning feels fun, encouraging, and achievable—something every teacher hopes for but cannot always provide without support.\r\n\r\nThe prizes you helped fund have quickly become the highlight of their week. I wish you could see the looks on their faces when they earn something from the prize bin—it's pure joy. They talk about the items during class, compare what they've earned, and even set new goals to try and improve their math scores. These small rewards have made a big impact on their mindset. A number of students have asked if they can come in for Lunch Bunch on more days, simply because they love the routine, the challenge, and the sense of accomplishment they feel there. It has become a safe, fun, motivating space for them.\r\n\r\nBeyond the excitement, your donation has helped promote responsibility and ownership. Students are beginning to set personal goals, track their individual progress, and hold themselves to higher expectations. Having access to meaningful incentives has encouraged them to push a little harder, stay a little longer, and put forth a little more effort. Many of them have expressed that they feel proud of themselves—an emotion that is priceless in a classroom full of learners trying to build confidence in math.\r\n\r\nThe support you provided has also taken pressure off our classroom resources. Instead of worrying about stretching limited supplies, we can focus on instruction, intervention, and encouragement. Your kindness has given us the tools we need to keep students engaged week after week. It has strengthened our ability to provide targeted help in a positive, upbeat environment. That alone is a gift that will continue to benefit students long after these initial prizes are gone.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your generosity is felt every single day. My students talk about Lunch Bunch as if it's the best part of their school week. They feel seen, supported, and celebrated—and that is because of you. You have played a meaningful role in helping this program succeed, and we truly cannot thank you enough.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1761506092372,"projectUrl":"project/math-lunchbunch/9856020/","projectTitle":"Math LunchBunch","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boyd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10328613"},{"teacherId":8696173,"projectId":9595558,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your help in making our Media Center a place where students love to be!! Our students have been soaring through our SSYRA list to earn prizes like the small acrylic animals. The book buddy plushies have helped many of our younger readers learn about popular authors and book series and share what they're reading at home!\r\n\r\nOur displays have also helped boost circulation by making books more accessible for students to grab. Our media center is looking lovely and colorful from all of the new additions!","fullyFundedDate":1756785083391,"projectUrl":"project/a-love-for-reading-starts-in-the-library/9595558/","projectTitle":"A Love for Reading Starts in the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gibson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8696173_orig.jpg?crop=600,600,x0,y106&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755464100912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8696173"},{"teacherId":9161968,"projectId":9597896,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the variety of supplies that my studenr are benefiting from on a dialysis basis. From the basic supplies to the books they pass around to read, to the beneficial storage space providing a practical learning environment. We are all very grateful and thankful for everything! Having all the supplies needed for student engagement and interactions has a positive impact in my classroom. This promotes a positive learning environment where students grow academically and they all absolutely LOVE coming to school each and every day!","fullyFundedDate":1757423326369,"projectUrl":"project/engage-and-enrich/9597896/","projectTitle":"Engage and Enrich","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Roman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9161968"},{"teacherId":10222892,"projectId":9648986,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donations! My students love reading the new books in a comfy seat daily. It's their favorite way to start the day after morning work. The Robert Munsch books have added excitement and joy to their reading. I've read a few aloud and my students are eager to hear the rest. Munsch's imaginative and silly stories are showing in my students writing too! They're adding more details and creativeness. \r\n\r\n They also love notebooking with the new notebooks. Science in particular has become even better with the kids documenting their observations and findings and being able to illustrate a picture.","fullyFundedDate":1756785083362,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-upgrades-for-fun-and-learning/9648986/","projectTitle":"Classroom Upgrades for Fun and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bord","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10222892"},{"teacherId":10189251,"projectId":9623743,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our 4th-grade classroom! Your contributions toward our seat cushions, class pet, and classroom incentives have already made a wonderful impact.\r\n\r\nThe seat cushions have helped students stay comfortable and focused during lessons, the class pet has brought excitement and responsibility into our daily routine, and the incentives are motivating students to put forth their best effort. Your kindness has created a brighter, more engaging learning environment, and my students feel truly cared for.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your thoughtfulness and generosity. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping our students thrive!\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1756938047002,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focus-celebrating-growth/9623743/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focus & Celebrating Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blackwood","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10189251"},{"teacherId":10172534,"projectId":9582452,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in providing flexible seating and board games for my 4th grade classroom. Your support has had a meaningful and immediate impact on my students' learning, confidence, and overall classroom experience.\r\n\r\nThe flexible seating options have transformed the way my students engage with their work. Many of my learners thrive when they have the freedom to choose a space that best supports their sensory and attention needs. Whether they are sitting on wobble stools, cushions, or floor seats, they are more focused, comfortable, and motivated. This shift in the learning environment has led to increased participation, longer periods of sustained attention, and an overall boost in academic productivity. Students who previously struggled to stay in a traditional desk now eagerly find a spot that helps them feel calm and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThe board games you helped provide have also become an invaluable part of our classroom. These games offer my students hands-on opportunities to practice social skills, communication, cooperation, and problem-solving—all essential skills for their academic and personal growth. I have seen students who are typically hesitant to interact with peers begin to open up, collaborate, and experience the joy of shared success. These moments of teamwork and positive interaction carry over into our academic lessons, helping build a stronger sense of community and confidence.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity has shown my students that there are people beyond our classroom who believe in them and want to support their success. This has made them feel valued, capable, and excited to come to school each day. The impact of your kindness extends far beyond the materials—it has helped create a learning environment where every child can thrive.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a profound difference in our classroom. 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