{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Early County Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":74.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4524981,"projectId":9498719,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with new board games. Your generosity brought instant excitement to my kindergartners. These games are already helping them practice sharing, taking turns, building language skills, and working together—skills that are so important at this age.\r\n\r\nIt means a lot to have someone believe in the power of play in learning. Every time my students gather around a game with big smiles and eager hands, I'm reminded of your kindness. You have made their year the absolute best. The impact is astounding!","fullyFundedDate":1758202956747,"projectUrl":"project/board-games-are-basic-supplies/9498719/","projectTitle":"Board Games Are Basic Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lester","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4524981_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1499199327945","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4524981"},{"teacherId":4524981,"projectId":9390249,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of pencils, pencil boxes, and crayons for our kindergarten class. Your support means the world to us! Because of you, our young learners have the tools they need to write, draw, and express themselves every day.\r\n\r\nOur students are already excited to use their new supplies, and their smiles say it all. Your kindness is helping them build confidence, creativity, and a love for learning.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support!\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,\r\nMs Shenita Lester","fullyFundedDate":1756393454024,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-and-pencil-boxes/9390249/","projectTitle":"Pencils and Pencil Boxes!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lester","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4524981_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1499199327945","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4524981"},{"teacherId":4524981,"projectId":9301260,"letterContent":"You have made our year even better! There are 15 students, 8 girls and 7 boys, and they choose to help think this project out. They arrive to school full of sunshine and rainbows. I am bombarded with questions on top of questions about why some students do not have snacks. This project will help us figure out, learn and meet the needs of the students in our school. They are such inquisitive little beings and always are willing to help! We are grateful that you continue to help us make the difference that is needed. I want their kindergarten years to be amazing! And with your help, this is exactly what it will be.","fullyFundedDate":1750187373052,"projectUrl":"project/promoting-wellness-through-our-bellies/9301260/","projectTitle":"Promoting Wellness Through Our Bellies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lester","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4524981_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1499199327945","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4524981"},{"teacherId":4524981,"projectId":9321079,"letterContent":"You have made our year even better! There are 15 students, 8 girls and 7 boys. They arrive to school full of sunshine and rainbows. I am bombarded with questions on top of questions. This project will help us figure out, learn and discover with the new supplies. Now my students will be able to answer their own questions even though I am also willing to answer. They are such inquisitive little beings! We are grateful that you continue to help us make the difference that is needed. I want their kindergarten years to be amazing! And with your help, this is exactly what it will be.","fullyFundedDate":1756729291979,"projectUrl":"project/science-ologists-we-can-become/9321079/","projectTitle":"Science-ologists We Can Become!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lester","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4524981_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1499199327945","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4524981"},{"teacherId":8421036,"projectId":9292137,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of our project Small Group supplies. Our classroom in now better equipped to foster creativity, collaboration, and hands-on-learning. From playdoh assortments, and Magnetic Tiles to Lego sets, your donation will bring exciting and meaningful materials right into the hands of my students.\r\n\r\nThese supplies allow my small groups to explore STEM concepts, express themselves through art, and engage in purposeful play- all while working together and building essential academic and social skills. Whether they're constructing with magnets or Legos, designing with paint, or strengthening their fine motor skills with Play-Doh, my students are learning in ways that feel fun and empowering.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support in making small group time so impactful!","fullyFundedDate":1746785612355,"projectUrl":"project/fun-small-group-supplies/9292137/","projectTitle":"Fun Small Group Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Natasha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8421036_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y378&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724678565027","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8421036"},{"teacherId":8421036,"projectId":9289576,"letterContent":"Thanks to your amazing support, math time in our classroom will now be more exciting, engaging, and hands-on than ever before! With the addition of math games like Pizza Fractions, Base 10 Blocks, Fraction Circles, and many others, my students will be learning through play and meaningful practice.\r\n\r\nThese resources help bring abstract concepts to life. Instead of just solving problems on papers, students are using visuals, manipulatives, and interactive tools to deepen their understanding. They will be more motivated, more confident, and-most importantly- having fun while learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746785637268,"projectUrl":"project/making-math-fun/9289576/","projectTitle":"Making Math Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Natasha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8421036_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y378&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724678565027","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8421036"},{"teacherId":8421036,"projectId":9263504,"letterContent":"Thank you for Supplying Our Classroom with What We Needed the Most!\r\n\r\nYour generous support to this project has made an incredible difference in the supplies available in our classroom. Because of you the Classroom is now filled with essential tools like pencils, crayons, and head phones along with many other items. These materials are more than just supplies-they are the foundation of creativity, focus, and hands-on learning. Now every student has what they need to participate fully in classroom activities, express themselves through art, write confidently, and listen carefully during lessons. \r\nIn our low-income community, many families struggle to provide even the basic supplies. Your kindness ensured that every one of my students will have access to the same high-quality materials, creating and equal and inspiring learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1746785807015,"projectUrl":"project/new-classroom-supplies/9263504/","projectTitle":"New Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Natasha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8421036_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y378&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724678565027","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8421036"},{"teacherId":8421036,"projectId":9263369,"letterContent":"Thank you for Celebrating My Students' Success!\r\n\r\nThanks to your kind and thoughtful donation to our reward system, my students now have an exciting variety of prizes that truly motivate and celebrate their hard work! From fun party favors and colorful fidget toys to engaging items like magnetic tiles, your support has helped create a positive and encouraging classroom environment. \r\n\r\nIn our low-income school, many students don't often get these types of rewards at home. Now, because of you, they're able to earn meaningful prizes for showing kindness, working hard, staying focused, and making progress. It's amazing to see how something as simple as a small reward can light up a child's day and boost their confidence.\r\n\r\nYou've helped me build a classroom culture where effort, respect, and growth are celebrated- and my students will feel seen and proud of what they achieve.","fullyFundedDate":1746785682605,"projectUrl":"project/prizes-to-reward-my-students/9263369/","projectTitle":"Prizes to Reward My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Natasha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8421036_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y378&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724678565027","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8421036"},{"teacherId":8421036,"projectId":9230683,"letterContent":"We are beyond grateful for your support of our project \"Books, Books, Books\" Because of your generosity, our classroom now has a cozy carpet where students can gather comfortably for reading and learning. This new space will quickly become a favorite of all my students this year. You also helped fill our shelves with more books. These books Bad Kitty Collection, Dork Diaries box set, as well as many others will be loved by all my students. \r\n\r\nIn our low-income area resources like these are a game-changer. You've helped create a classroom that encourages a love of reading, provides a welcoming place to learn, and builds excitement around books. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their joy and success.","fullyFundedDate":1746786283281,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books/9230683/","projectTitle":"Books Books Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Natasha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8421036_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y378&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724678565027","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8421036"},{"teacherId":8421036,"projectId":9179159,"letterContent":"Thank you for growing our love of reading! Thanks to your incredible generosity, my classroom library is growing in exciting new ways! With the addition of books like Jasper's Creepy Tales, The Bad Seed Box set, Crankensteins Valentine, and Pete the Cat's Groovy imagination, as well as many more, my second graders now have access to stories that spark imagination, laughter, and thoughtful conversations.\r\n\r\nIn our low-income community, access to quality books can be limited. Your support helps level the playing field- ensuring every child can fall in love with reading, discover new characters, and build strong literacy skills. These new books will help meet students at every reading level and interest, making sure every reader feels seen and excited to pick up a book. \r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and helping us build a library that's as diverse and imaginative as the students who use it. We are so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1746786025087,"projectUrl":"project/always-expanding-my-classroom-library/9179159/","projectTitle":"Always Expanding My Classroom Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Natasha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8421036_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y378&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724678565027","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8421036"},{"teacherId":8421036,"projectId":9141739,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have the essential supplies they need to learn, grow, and thrive each day. From pencils, crayons, and markers every item has made a difference. In our low income school community, these supplies mean more than just materials-they represent opportunity, confidence, and care. Your kindness has helped create a space where my students this up coming year can focus on learning without worrying about hot having what they need. We are so grateful for your support, you've truly helped us start the year strong!","fullyFundedDate":1746785519501,"projectUrl":"project/refilling-classroom-supplies/9141739/","projectTitle":"Refilling Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Natasha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8421036_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y378&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724678565027","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8421036"},{"teacherId":4524981,"projectId":9290993,"letterContent":"My students are currently on summer break, but I want to share pictures of the creativity, motivation and simple plain enjoyment and happiness that occurred in our K classroom this year. My students were some of the most lovable little sponges who were always thirsting for knowledge and fun. It is a joy to use the Donorschoose supplies to make their environment the most inviting and warm home away from home.\r\nOur classroom theme is Safari, Where The Wild Things Are! 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