{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Gulf Coast Charter Academy South","outOfStateSupporters":36.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10046875,"projectId":9580907,"letterContent":"The impact of this donation to our kindergarten classroom will be meaningful, lasting, and transformative for our young learners. By providing manipulatives, math centers, and ELA centers, students will have access to engaging, hands-on learning experiences that strengthen foundational academic skills while building confidence, creativity, and independence. Kindergarten students learn best through active exploration and play-based learning, and these resources will allow them to practice important concepts in ways that are both exciting and developmentally appropriate.\r\n\r\nThe manipulatives included in this project will support students in developing essential fine motor, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Young children benefit greatly from physically touching, moving, sorting, and building with objects because it helps them better understand abstract concepts. Using hands-on materials allows students to make connections between what they see, hear, and experience in the classroom. Manipulatives also encourage exploration, experimentation, and collaboration among peers, creating an environment where students feel motivated to participate and learn.\r\n\r\nThe math centers will have a powerful impact on students' understanding of early mathematical concepts. In kindergarten, children are introduced to counting, number recognition, patterns, sorting, shapes, addition, subtraction, and measurement. Hands-on math centers make these skills more meaningful and accessible by allowing students to interact directly with materials while practicing concepts in small groups or independently. Students are able to strengthen number sense, develop mathematical reasoning, and improve problem-solving skills through games and interactive activities. These centers also encourage perseverance and confidence as students work through challenges in a supportive and engaging way.\r\n\r\nThe ELA centers will help students build strong literacy foundations that are critical for future academic success. Early reading skills such as letter recognition, phonemic awareness, sight word recognition, blending sounds, and reading simple CVC words are essential in kindergarten. The ELA centers will provide students with repeated opportunities to practice these skills through engaging, interactive activities that feel fun rather than stressful. Students will be encouraged to explore language, develop vocabulary, and improve comprehension while strengthening their confidence as beginning readers and writers. Because students learn at different rates, the centers also allow for differentiated instruction that meets the needs of all learners.\r\n\r\nThis donation will also positively impact students' social and emotional growth. Center-based learning encourages teamwork, communication, sharing, and cooperation. As students work together to solve problems, complete tasks, and participate in activities, they build important social skills that support classroom success. These interactions help students learn patience, responsibility, and respect for others while creating a strong sense of classroom community.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the materials will increase student engagement and excitement for learning. Young learners are naturally curious, and hands-on centers help maintain their attention while making lessons more interactive and memorable. When students are engaged, they are more likely to take risks, ask questions, and persist through challenges. This creates a positive learning environment where students feel empowered to grow academically and socially.","fullyFundedDate":1755721046631,"projectUrl":"project/kinder-learns-through-play/9580907/","projectTitle":"Kinder Learns Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cordova","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10046875_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748647578581","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10046875"},{"teacherId":10046875,"projectId":9543260,"letterContent":"The impact of this donation to our kindergarten classroom will be meaningful, lasting, and transformative for our young learners. By providing manipulatives, math centers, and ELA centers, students will have access to engaging, hands-on learning experiences that strengthen foundational academic skills while building confidence, creativity, and independence. Kindergarten students learn best through active exploration and play-based learning, and these resources will allow them to practice important concepts in ways that are both exciting and developmentally appropriate.\r\n\r\nThe manipulatives included in this project will support students in developing essential fine motor, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Young children benefit greatly from physically touching, moving, sorting, and building with objects because it helps them better understand abstract concepts. Using hands-on materials allows students to make connections between what they see, hear, and experience in the classroom. Manipulatives also encourage exploration, experimentation, and collaboration among peers, creating an environment where students feel motivated to participate and learn.\r\n\r\nThe math centers will have a powerful impact on students' understanding of early mathematical concepts. In kindergarten, children are introduced to counting, number recognition, patterns, sorting, shapes, addition, subtraction, and measurement. Hands-on math centers make these skills more meaningful and accessible by allowing students to interact directly with materials while practicing concepts in small groups or independently. Students are able to strengthen number sense, develop mathematical reasoning, and improve problem-solving skills through games and interactive activities. These centers also encourage perseverance and confidence as students work through challenges in a supportive and engaging way.\r\n\r\nThe ELA centers will help students build strong literacy foundations that are critical for future academic success. Early reading skills such as letter recognition, phonemic awareness, sight word recognition, blending sounds, and reading simple CVC words are essential in kindergarten. The ELA centers will provide students with repeated opportunities to practice these skills through engaging, interactive activities that feel fun rather than stressful. Students will be encouraged to explore language, develop vocabulary, and improve comprehension while strengthening their confidence as beginning readers and writers. Because students learn at different rates, the centers also allow for differentiated instruction that meets the needs of all learners.\r\n\r\nThis donation will also positively impact students' social and emotional growth. Center-based learning encourages teamwork, communication, sharing, and cooperation. As students work together to solve problems, complete tasks, and participate in activities, they build important social skills that support classroom success. These interactions help students learn patience, responsibility, and respect for others while creating a strong sense of classroom community.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the materials will increase student engagement and excitement for learning. Young learners are naturally curious, and hands-on centers help maintain their attention while making lessons more interactive and memorable. When students are engaged, they are more likely to take risks, ask questions, and persist through challenges. This creates a positive learning environment where students feel empowered to grow academically and socially.","fullyFundedDate":1754697575722,"projectUrl":"project/making-kinder-fun/9543260/","projectTitle":"Making Kinder FUN","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cordova","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10046875_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748647578581","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10046875"},{"teacherId":10046875,"projectId":9388586,"letterContent":"The impact of this donation to our kindergarten classroom will be meaningful, lasting, and transformative for our young learners. By providing manipulatives, math centers, and ELA centers, students will have access to engaging, hands-on learning experiences that strengthen foundational academic skills while building confidence, creativity, and independence. Kindergarten students learn best through active exploration and play-based learning, and these resources will allow them to practice important concepts in ways that are both exciting and developmentally appropriate.\r\n\r\nThe manipulatives included in this project will support students in developing essential fine motor, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Young children benefit greatly from physically touching, moving, sorting, and building with objects because it helps them better understand abstract concepts. Using hands-on materials allows students to make connections between what they see, hear, and experience in the classroom. Manipulatives also encourage exploration, experimentation, and collaboration among peers, creating an environment where students feel motivated to participate and learn.\r\n\r\nThe math centers will have a powerful impact on students' understanding of early mathematical concepts. In kindergarten, children are introduced to counting, number recognition, patterns, sorting, shapes, addition, subtraction, and measurement. Hands-on math centers make these skills more meaningful and accessible by allowing students to interact directly with materials while practicing concepts in small groups or independently. Students are able to strengthen number sense, develop mathematical reasoning, and improve problem-solving skills through games and interactive activities. These centers also encourage perseverance and confidence as students work through challenges in a supportive and engaging way.\r\n\r\nThe ELA centers will help students build strong literacy foundations that are critical for future academic success. Early reading skills such as letter recognition, phonemic awareness, sight word recognition, blending sounds, and reading simple CVC words are essential in kindergarten. The ELA centers will provide students with repeated opportunities to practice these skills through engaging, interactive activities that feel fun rather than stressful. Students will be encouraged to explore language, develop vocabulary, and improve comprehension while strengthening their confidence as beginning readers and writers. Because students learn at different rates, the centers also allow for differentiated instruction that meets the needs of all learners.\r\n\r\nThis donation will also positively impact students' social and emotional growth. Center-based learning encourages teamwork, communication, sharing, and cooperation. As students work together to solve problems, complete tasks, and participate in activities, they build important social skills that support classroom success. These interactions help students learn patience, responsibility, and respect for others while creating a strong sense of classroom community.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the materials will increase student engagement and excitement for learning. Young learners are naturally curious, and hands-on centers help maintain their attention while making lessons more interactive and memorable. When students are engaged, they are more likely to take risks, ask questions, and persist through challenges. This creates a positive learning environment where students feel empowered to grow academically and socially.","fullyFundedDate":1755721045688,"projectUrl":"project/helping-a-first-year-kindergarten-teache/9388586/","projectTitle":"Helping a First Year Kindergarten Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cordova","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10046875_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748647578581","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10046875"},{"teacherId":10214395,"projectId":10065863,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in providing snacks and pencils for our classroom. These simple but essential supplies have made such a meaningful difference in our daily routine. Each morning, students are able to grab a sharpened pencil and get right to work without interruption, which helps maximize our learning time. The snacks have also been incredibly impactful—especially for students who may come to school hungry. Having something to eat helps them stay focused, energized, and ready to participate throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWhen the supplies first arrived, my students were genuinely excited. Something as small as a new pencil felt special to them, and they were so grateful to have their own materials ready to go. The snacks brought a sense of comfort and care into our classroom, and students immediately felt supported knowing they could rely on having something if they needed it.\r\n\r\nAs we continue building our reading and math skills, these resources allow us to stay consistent and focused. We are currently working on strengthening early literacy and counting skills, and having the right tools on hand helps students fully engage in these lessons. Your kindness has not only supported their academic growth, but also helped create a more positive, prepared, and nurturing classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference in our students' lives!","fullyFundedDate":1770392141282,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-markers-and-snacks-to-power-yo/10065863/","projectTitle":"Pencils, Markers, and Snacks to Power Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10214395"},{"teacherId":10293047,"projectId":9770956,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your helping, and for your donations. We are happy to let you know, the students progress a lot when they used the tablets for translation to understand the subjects. \r\nWe really appreciate it. \r\nThank you for your help, thank you for your dedication and your support.\r\nEnglish language learners 's students are very important for our school..\r\nAnd technology is the best way for their future. They help them to learn more about reading, writing, speaking and listening. \r\nThis project has an amazing opportunity to learn more about technology.\r\nOnce again, thank you and we are happy to teach the students with your donation .","fullyFundedDate":1763138502245,"projectUrl":"project/technolgy-is-the-future/9770956/","projectTitle":"Technolgy Is the Future","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lordeus Plancher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10293047"},{"teacherId":6801255,"projectId":9795405,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Snacks for Our Bellies!\" project. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to healthy snacks that help them stay focused and energized throughout the school day. We use the snacks during learning blocks when students begin to feel tired or distracted, and it has made a noticeable difference in their ability to concentrate and participate. One special moment was seeing their faces light up when they realized the snacks were for them — they were excited, grateful, and eager to share with one another.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks arrived, my students were thrilled and immediately began asking questions about who made this possible. They were amazed to learn that people they had never met cared enough to help them succeed in school. This led to meaningful conversations about kindness, generosity, and helping others, which tied perfectly into our lessons about community and character.\r\n\r\nNext, my students will continue working on building strong learning habits and teamwork during our daily lessons, and the snacks will remain an important part of our routine as we grow together as learners. Your kindness has helped create a more supportive and comfortable classroom environment where students feel cared for and ready to learn. Thank you for making such a positive impact on our classroom and our hearts.","fullyFundedDate":1759787682968,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-our-bellies/9795405/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Our Bellies!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6801255_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693086744300","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6801255"},{"teacherId":424436,"projectId":9978605,"letterContent":"Thank you for your amazing donation of exciting new books that will engage all readers in my classroom. The moment the books arrived, we opened the boxes and a new interest in reading spread like a huge grin! Each student selected a new book of interest and at their skill level to read, and they dove into the text! I created a differentiated choice board for daily reading responses that will support reading instruction and practice with the books.\r\nThe more minutes a student reads a day, the more skilled a reader they will become, just like when learning any skill from kicking a soccer ball to building a home. I created this Donorschoose Project for my students wanting to provide them with new books, spanning many different reading levels and topics. I had hoped the project would excite and motivate them to read more, and fall in love with books, and it already has!","fullyFundedDate":1767808958309,"projectUrl":"project/a-perfect-book-for-me/9978605/","projectTitle":"A Perfect Book for Me","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Siskin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp424436_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722184686298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/asiskin"},{"teacherId":9365774,"projectId":9949685,"letterContent":"The resources we used from the donation gave a special impact for my students! They loved the snacks, the thought of the donation, and grateful for everything.\r\n\r\nWhen they first saw the materials, they understood how to give thanks and give others in need. They even shared snacks to those in need. Also, the impact of small group learning gave my students something to look forward to in a math and science class! Who knew a so called \"boring\" or \"complicated\" subject would make 3rd grade students change their minds and make them brilliant!\r\n\r\nThe next steps for our classroom donation is to get more items and more people to donate for others!\r\n\r\nThank you!","fullyFundedDate":1766067707399,"projectUrl":"project/3rd-grade-supplies/9949685/","projectTitle":"3rd Grade Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9365774_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762461284562","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9365774"},{"teacherId":10214395,"projectId":9705881,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Engaging Young Minds with Math. Because of your generosity, my kindergarten students now have access to hands-on math manipulatives that have completely transformed the way we learn. From counting bears and linking cubes to number tiles and pattern blocks, my students are using these materials every day during math centers, small-group instruction, and independent practice. One of my favorite moments was watching a student who previously struggled with counting confidently build and explain a number using cubes—something that wouldn't have been possible without these tools.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was contagious. My students' eyes lit up as they explored the bins, eagerly asking, \"Can we use these today?\" They were instantly engaged, curious, and ready to learn. The manipulatives have made abstract math concepts concrete, allowing students to touch, build, and visualize numbers in ways that truly make sense to them. Learning has become more joyful, collaborative, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nNext, we are using these resources to deepen our understanding of addition, subtraction, number composition, and problem-solving. Students are beginning to explain their thinking using the manipulatives, building a strong foundation for mathematical reasoning and confidence. Your support has given my students the tools they need to grow, explore, and believe in themselves as mathematicians. Thank you for making such a lasting impact on our classroom and our learners.","fullyFundedDate":1758202826643,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-young-minds-with-math/9705881/","projectTitle":"Engaging Young Minds with Math","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10214395"},{"teacherId":7938639,"projectId":9660168,"letterContent":"This project has made a wonderful impact on my K–4 students, especially those receiving ESE support. The learning games have turned reading and math practice into something fun, engaging, and confidence-building. Students who once felt overwhelmed now participate eagerly and use new strategies with pride. One student even said, \"I didn't know I could be good at this!\" These games have strengthened focus, teamwork, and essential academic skills while creating a positive, encouraging learning environment where every child feels successful.","fullyFundedDate":1762392821767,"projectUrl":"project/fun-and-games-that-build-brains/9660168/","projectTitle":"Fun and Games that Build Brains","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Quist","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7938639_orig.png?crop=1136,1136,x0,y15&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1684419509397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7938639"},{"teacherId":4625326,"projectId":9540557,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing this project to life! The printer is perfect for on-the-go to be able to travel to different locations, within the school and to out of school field trips! It has the convenience printing right on the spot so the pictures are able to be given out right away. What is even better is being able to create collages with the pictures as the paper has an adhesive backing, allowing for them to be put in their agendas and notebooks. We have had many opportunities to create memories and the printer has provided the ability to make little keepsakes!","fullyFundedDate":1754649561046,"projectUrl":"project/printable-memories/9540557/","projectTitle":"Printable Memories","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Luong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4625326_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502565398362","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-luong"},{"teacherId":4625326,"projectId":9419067,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing this project to life! The printer is perfect for on-the-go to be able to travel to different locations, within the school and to out of school field trips! It has the convenience printing right on the spot so the pictures are able to be given out right away. What is even better is being able to create collages with the pictures as the paper has an adhesive backing, allowing for them to be put in their agendas and notebooks. We have had many opportunities to create memories and the printer has provided the ability to make little keepsakes!","fullyFundedDate":1755721046746,"projectUrl":"project/photographic-memory/9419067/","projectTitle":"Photographic Memory","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Luong","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4625326_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502565398362","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-luong"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_104965","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":681,"numTeachers":49,"percentFrplEligible":45,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":18,"percentWhite":22,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":55,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"13.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":63.2,"schoolId":104965,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Gulf Coast Charter Academy South on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Gulf Coast Charter Academy South","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/collier-county-public-schools/gulf-coast-charter-academy-south/104965"}