{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lancaster Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":48.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2230960,"projectId":9510727,"letterContent":"Thank you so much donating to my classroom for these materials. They have added so much joy and purpose to our classroom. We use the dough mats, tracing boards, and sensory tools daily during centers to build fine motor skills, letter formation, and number sense. The first day we used them, my students were fully engaged and didn't want to stop working.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite moments has been using Play-Doh and dough mats to form letters and numbers while saying the sounds together. We are continuing to build strength and confidence in writing through hands-on practice like this every day.","fullyFundedDate":1755731409574,"projectUrl":"project/touch-see-hear-learn/9510727/","projectTitle":"Touch, See, Hear, Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hunte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2230960_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471062351099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joyhunte"},{"teacherId":2230960,"projectId":9507618,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for these materials. They have made a big difference in how my students engage with letters and sounds each day. The majority of my students are already reading, blending, and encoding, and these resources give them consistent, hands-on practice to keep building those skills. We use them daily in our literacy centers and small groups, and they stay engaged the entire time.\r\n\r\nThe dinosaur alphabet set is easily a class favorite and gets used constantly for matching letters and practicing sounds. There was so much excitement when everything arrived, and that energy has carried into our daily routines.","fullyFundedDate":1755694370229,"projectUrl":"project/alphabet-adventures/9507618/","projectTitle":"Alphabet Adventures!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hunte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2230960_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471062351099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joyhunte"},{"teacherId":2230960,"projectId":9446715,"letterContent":"These materials have completely transformed how my students experience math and early literacy. We use the counters, ten frames, sequencing puzzles, and shape manipulatives daily during our small groups and hands-on centers. My students especially light up during math rotations when they get to build numbers with counters, practice patterns, and match quantities using the magnetic ten frames. The sequencing puzzles and tactile numbers have also helped them strengthen number order and recognition in a way that feels like play instead of work. When the boxes first arrived, they were genuinely excited. There was a lot of \"Can we use this today?\" before everything was even unpacked.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite moments has been using the books like Feast for 10, Mouse Count, and One Is a Pinata during whole group math lessons and then immediately connecting them to hands-on activities at centers. Students retell stories using counters, build sets from the books, and practice counting in ways that feel meaningful and fun. Right now, we are moving into deeper work with number sense and one-to-one correspondence, and these materials are making it possible for every student to access that learning at their own level. You have helped create a classroom where math is active, engaging, and something my Pre-K students are excited to explore every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1755731409888,"projectUrl":"project/adding-up-our-success/9446715/","projectTitle":"Adding Up Our Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hunte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2230960_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471062351099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joyhunte"},{"teacherId":2230960,"projectId":9446631,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made a real impact in our classroom, and we are so grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nThe seat sacks have helped my students stay organized and take ownership of their space. Each child has a personal place for their materials right on the back of their chair, which keeps everything within reach and our routines running smoothly.\r\n\r\nThis simple addition has supported independence, reduced interruptions, and helped my students stay focused and confident with everything within arms reach during our learning time.","fullyFundedDate":1755731409289,"projectUrl":"project/behind-every-great-student/9446631/","projectTitle":"Behind Every Great Student...","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hunte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2230960_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471062351099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joyhunte"},{"teacherId":2230960,"projectId":9446533,"letterContent":"Your generosity is truly what keeps our classroom functioning. These writing materials are an integral part of our day-to-day.\r\nMy students love having their own clipboards and whiteboards. We use them every single day to practice our writing. We spell words, our name, and even complete simple math equations. \r\nThe ticonderoga golf pencils are the perfect size for hands that are still developing. I have seen a huge improvement in fine motor skill because of all the writing practice we are able to do with these materials.","fullyFundedDate":1755731409735,"projectUrl":"project/write-this-way/9446533/","projectTitle":"Write This Way","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hunte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2230960_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471062351099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joyhunte"},{"teacherId":2230960,"projectId":9443163,"letterContent":"I am super thankful for your generous support of our classroom. The shelves, bins, and other materials have made a huge difference in the daily functioning of our classroom. Every material has a place, and my students know where each material belongs. They are able to independently choose materials for activities and also clean up quickly and easily.\r\nThe child-height shelves and clear bins make it easy for my students to see what is in each bin and they can reach everything on their own.\r\nOne of the most important things in my classroom is for students to learn to independently navigate the classroom and these materials have allowed them to do so.\r\nThank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1755731410052,"projectUrl":"project/the-abcs-of-organization/9443163/","projectTitle":"The ABCs of Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hunte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2230960_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471062351099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joyhunte"},{"teacherId":5277025,"projectId":9741748,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has become more engaging and interactive through the \"Write, Wipe, Share: Boosting Collaboration in Class!\" project. The dry-erase boards, markers, and erasers are now used daily in math and science. In math, students solve problems and quickly share their answers with the class. In science, they use the boards to write observations, draw models, and make predictions. One great moment was seeing every student hold up their board to show their solution—everyone was participating at the same time.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, students were very excited. They could not wait to use them. Having their own board helped students feel more confident because they could erase mistakes and try again. Even my quieter students are now more willing to share their thinking. The boards have made learning feel safe and fun.\r\n\r\nNext, we will use these boards during our multi-step problem-solving unit in math and our science investigations. Students will practice explaining their thinking, solving problems, and recording data before completing their final work. These resources continue to build confidence, teamwork, and active participation in our classroom. Thank you for supporting our students and making a difference in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1762265340595,"projectUrl":"project/write-wipe-share-boosting-collaborati/9741748/","projectTitle":"Write, Wipe, Share: Boosting Collaboration in Class!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Galang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5277025_orig.png?crop=196,196,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757796576858","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5277025"},{"teacherId":2230960,"projectId":10003548,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for this printer. It has made a huge difference in how I support my students. I am able to create personalized, differentiated materials that truly meet my students where they are. Printing in color has also made our centers and activities more engaging and easier for my students to access and understand.\r\n\r\nMy students are more focused and excited to learn because the materials feel clear and intentional. Moving forward, I am using this to continue strengthening small group instruction and creating targeted resources that support each learner.","fullyFundedDate":1768607421493,"projectUrl":"project/a-bright-future/10003548/","projectTitle":"A Bright Future","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hunte","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2230960_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471062351099","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/joyhunte"},{"teacherId":10260429,"projectId":9749776,"letterContent":"We are using the new resources to make learning multiplication and division hands-on and fun. In our Multiply the Fun, Divide the Treats project, students practiced solving word problems by dividing candy or small classroom items among groups. For example, they worked in pairs to figure out how to share 24 pieces of candy among 6 friends using manipulatives and visual models. They also did a fun activity called How Many Candies Are in the Jar?, where they estimated how many candies were inside the jar and then used multiplication to check their guesses. It was exciting to see them count, group, and talk about their strategies. It really brought the math to life.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were thrilled! Their eyes lit up, and they were excited to use real objects instead of just paper and pencil. They couldn't wait to touch the items, share, and divide the treats in creative ways. It made math feel like a game, and they were fully engaged from the start.\r\n\r\nNext, we will take what we learned with the manipulatives and apply it to solving more challenging word problems on paper. Students will practice showing multiplication and division in different ways such as drawing pictures, writing number sentences, and explaining their thinking to a partner. We also plan to connect these skills to real-life situations, like sharing snacks at home or organizing classroom supplies, so students can see how multiplication and division are useful every day.","fullyFundedDate":1764774971623,"projectUrl":"project/multiply-the-fun-divide-the-treats/9749776/","projectTitle":"Multiply the Fun, Divide the Treats!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Galang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10260429_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y120&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757795940913","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10260429"},{"teacherId":5277025,"projectId":9713167,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our classroom has become more motivated and focused! We use the candies and snacks as part of a rewards system to celebrate student effort, participation, and positive behavior. One memorable moment occurred during a math challenge: students worked hard to solve problems, encouraged each other, and stayed on task so they could earn their rewards. The energy and teamwork in the classroom were amazing to see!\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the candies and snacks, they were so excited and immediately motivated to participate. Some students who are usually quiet or hesitant became more confident and joined in with enthusiasm. It was wonderful to watch their faces light up with pride and excitement.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using the reward system to support learning and positive behavior. Students will set goals, track their progress, and celebrate their achievements as a class. Thanks to your generosity, my students are learning that effort and teamwork are valuable and that working hard can be fun and rewarding!","fullyFundedDate":1758299341477,"projectUrl":"project/motivation-in-motion-fueling-student-ef/9713167/","projectTitle":"Motivation in Motion: Fueling Student Effort!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Galang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5277025_orig.png?crop=196,196,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757796576858","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5277025"},{"teacherId":5277025,"projectId":9713332,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our \"Play with Purpose: Recess Games for Growing Brains\" project has made a big difference in our classroom and on the playground. My students are using the new games during recess, brain breaks, and small-group activities. One special moment was when the class worked together to play a cooperative game and helped one another follow the rules and take turns.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, they were filled with excitement. Many of them cheered, and some began exploring the games right away. Students who are usually quiet during recess became more confident and joined in without hesitation.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these resources to build teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. Our next step is to let students lead some of the games and teach their classmates how to play. Thank you for helping our recess become a place where students learn and grow through play.","fullyFundedDate":1758205766304,"projectUrl":"project/play-with-purpose-recess-games-for-grow/9713332/","projectTitle":"Play with Purpose: Recess Games for Growing Brains","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Galang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5277025_orig.png?crop=196,196,x0,y3&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757796576858","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5277025"},{"teacherId":2230960,"projectId":9217292,"letterContent":"My students and I are so thankful for the materials we received due to your generous donations. My students were so excited to receive the headphones, markers, and erasers. The loves being able to choose the color of their headphones.\r\n\r\nTechnology time is so much quieter because all of my students have working headphones. The are engaged in their learning and have show great progress due to their increased focus. Testing also runs more smoothly because students are not distracted by noise in the classroom.\r\n\r\nStudents are also able to practice their writing with the markers and erasers. 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