{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Rock Chapel Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":44.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6522479,"projectId":10229003,"letterContent":"November 2, 2026\r\n\r\nThank you for your generous gift to Rock Chapel Elementary School's General Music program. Your contribution has become a major contributor to providing vigorous, hands-on activities, which allows the scholars to develop, strengthen and expand their musicianship skills.The classroom learning environment and safe nurturing climate has been greatly increased because of the opportunity to use:\r\n * The Keyboards - Students will learn basic keyboard skills using the Black keys and the C Major Scale. NOTE: 5-note for KK-2nd grade and the 8-note for the 3rd-5th grade, with some limitations, applicable to the learning styles per class/grade levels.\r\n\r\nHaving an ample supply of batteries for the keyboards has provided the ability to use them on a regular basis and with all grade levels. This essential supply supports the instruction of theory, that allows the scholars to create and compose original and assigned music. The colored pencils, crayons, sharpeners, wipes equips them to notate their compositions with color and creativity.\r\nYour support has made this vision possible to connect the art of playing, creating, and composing colorful original sounds. My Rockstars are honored to have you as part of our music community and look forward to showing you the difference your gift has made. Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1785512320970,"projectUrl":"project/connecting-musical-dots/10229003/","projectTitle":"Connecting Musical Dots","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6522479_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692309038904","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6522479"},{"teacherId":9554882,"projectId":10376022,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting our art classroom! Because of your kindness, my K–5 students have been able to use these wonderful supplies to explore their creativity and bring their ideas to life.\r\n\r\nWe've already started putting the markers and colored pencils to good use! My 5th graders created Candy Kicks, designing their own colorful shoes inspired by their favorite candies. Our kindergarten and 1st-grade students created Shape Pizzas, using different shapes and Crayola markers to make their own delicious-looking works of art! My 2nd–4th graders also used the markers and colored pencils to create colorful portraits, exploring their creativity and adding their own unique details. It's been wonderful seeing their creativity shine through these projects.\r\n\r\nWe look forward to using these supplies for many more exciting art projects throughout the school year. Thank you again for investing in my students and helping make these creative experiences possible. Your kindness and support truly mean so much to us!","fullyFundedDate":1784829050550,"projectUrl":"project/color-create-and-imagine-essential-su/10376022/","projectTitle":"Color, Create, and Imagine: Essential Supplies for Young Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cadien","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9554882_orig.jpg?crop=1737,1737,x208,y301&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732727392271","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9554882"},{"teacherId":6522479,"projectId":10229018,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your support and generosity. The Rock Chapel Rockstars are increasing their musical skills using the materials donated through this project. \r\n\r\nRhythm is the foundation of music and understanding basic note & rest terminology is essential. Our young scholars are having wonderful learning experiences using the Note Knack and Flash Card visual manipulative. \r\n\r\nI am grateful that there are special advocates of education, like you. Thank you for believing in the scholars at Rock Chapel Elementary School.","fullyFundedDate":1778162479387,"projectUrl":"project/coloring-rhythm-2-life/10229018/","projectTitle":"Coloring \"Rhythm\" 2 Life","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6522479_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692309038904","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6522479"},{"teacherId":2065270,"projectId":10036064,"letterContent":"Since implementing our PBIS Book Vending Machine initiative, student motivation, engagement, and excitement around reading have significantly increased. Students are making stronger connections between positive behavior, academic effort, and meaningful rewards. The opportunity to earn and own books has created a more positive classroom culture while encouraging independent reading and building confidence in students as readers. Many students now eagerly discuss books, recommend titles to peers, and show greater enthusiasm during literacy activities. This project has transformed reading into an experience students view as rewarding, empowering, and enjoyable.","fullyFundedDate":1773027931285,"projectUrl":"project/pbis-books-rewarding-positive-choices-w/10036064/","projectTitle":"PBIS Books: Rewarding Positive Choices With the Joy of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. WILLIAMSON BOLAR","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2065270_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1449497218397","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2065270"},{"teacherId":5273073,"projectId":10031218,"letterContent":"The new books have introduced important literacy skills such as comprehension, vocabulary development, sequencing, identifying story elements, and making connections to real-life experiences. Students are also learning valuable lessons about kindness, perseverance, friendship, and responsibility through engaging and high-interest texts. These books help build reading confidence, fluency, and a stronger love for reading.\r\n Reading in our school is interactive and student-centered. Students participate in read-alouds, independent reading, partner reading, and group discussions. Our library and book vending machine make reading exciting by giving students opportunities to choose books that match their interests.\r\n Most of the students were very excited when they first saw the new books in the vending machine. They immediately began asking how many points they needed to earn books, candy, and other rewards. The incentives have created excitement around reading and positive behavior while motivating students to work toward personal goals.\r\n Several students who were once reluctant readers are now eager to participate so they can earn books of their own. Some students especially enjoy books that reflect their interests and experiences, while others enjoy recommending books to classmates and discussing their favorite stories. Seeing students become more confident and enthusiastic readers has been one of the most rewarding parts of this experience.\r\n We plan to continue adding new books and resources to our book vending machine so students remain motivated and excited about reading throughout the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1775134897147,"projectUrl":"project/from-effort-to-ownership-books-students/10031218/","projectTitle":"From Effort to Ownership: Books Students Get to Keep","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5273073_orig.jpg?crop=897,897,x0,y68&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724114470292","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/z-williams"},{"teacherId":5273073,"projectId":9671472,"letterContent":"One memorable moment happened when the students first saw the PBIS store stocked with the new treats. They were incredibly excited and immediately began discussing which items they wanted to earn. Many students started trying to calculate how many points they needed to earn their favorite candy or toy. It was wonderful to see them so engaged and motivated by the opportunity to work toward a goal.\r\n\r\nThe addition of these resources has helped reinforce positive behaviors while also building excitement around making good choices. Our students are more mindful of their behavior because they know their efforts are recognized and rewarded.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue growing the PBIS store by finding additional resources and incentives for students. By adding new items over time, we can keep the program fresh and motivating. 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