{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Eberhart Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1118159,"projectId":9439784,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous donations toward our Cozy Reading and Game Area. When my students first saw the new space, their faces lit up with excitement—many immediately gravitated toward the comfortable chairs and gathered around the games. One of the most memorable moments was watching a group of students eagerly set up the magnetic chess boards and begin teaching each other strategies, taking turns, and respectfully debating their moves.\r\n\r\nWe now use this space as both a reward and a learning tool. Students earn time in the game area by completing their daily academic tasks, which has been especially motivating for students who previously struggled to stay engaged. These students now have a clear goal and a sense of purpose, and I've seen noticeable improvements in their focus, behavior, and confidence. The chess games have become such a favorite that students often debate—good-naturedly—about whose turn it will be each day!\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue using this area to support literacy and critical thinking by pairing independent reading time with strategic games like chess that build problem-solving and perseverance. Your support has created a space where students feel comfortable, motivated, and excited to learn. Thank you again for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758843142421,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-reading-and-game-area/9439784/","projectTitle":"Cozy Reading and Game Area","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yesenia Flores","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1118159_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1690943240298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1118159"},{"teacherId":1934530,"projectId":9940316,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom! We are incredibly grateful for the new materials. Our room has become a much more vibrant place as the students use their new crayons to add color to their daily work.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase boards have been a game-changer for our lessons; they allow students to brainstorm freely, visualize their thinking, and quickly correct mistakes without hesitation. Additionally, having access to colored pencils has made our special projects feel much more professional and exciting. These supplies have truly sparked a new level of engagement in our learning, and we cannot thank you enough for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1767051504541,"projectUrl":"project/giving-every-student-the-tools-they-dese/9940316/","projectTitle":"Giving Every Student the Tools They Deserve","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Terranova","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1934530_orig.jpg?crop=353,353,x25,y214&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1732298305330","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1934530"},{"teacherId":490183,"projectId":9975325,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation to our classroom. When I told my scholars that we had received new math notebooks and whiteboard markers, their faces lit up with excitement.\r\n\r\nFor many students, math can be an intimidating subject. However, having these fresh markers and notebooks has completely changed the vibe in our room. The whiteboards allow my students to take risks. My kiddos can make a mistake, wipe it away, and try again without fear. This simple act is building their math identities and competence every single day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we are now able to master math concepts in unique and engaging ways. Instead of just listening, my students are doing. They are solving problems, drawing diagrams in their notebooks, and showing off their work on their boards with pride.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for helping me inspire a genuine love for learning. You have given them the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1767142981685,"projectUrl":"project/ready-for-a-math-tastic-adventure/9975325/","projectTitle":"Ready for a MATH-tastic Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shalabi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp490183_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1464280805082","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jshal28"},{"teacherId":2306908,"projectId":10047732,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our classroom buzzers and batteries. Because of you, my students now have an engaging, hands-on tool that has already made a meaningful difference in our learning environment.\r\n\r\nWe are using the buzzers often during lessons to support academic engagement, participation, and confidence. They have been especially impactful during math problem-solving, reading comprehension checks, and review games. The buzzers have helped transform practice time into an exciting and inclusive experience where every student feels motivated to try.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the buzzers, their reactions were priceless—wide eyes, big smiles, and lots of excitement. They immediately wanted to know how they worked and when we could start using them. The energy in the room shifted instantly, and students who often struggle with attention or confidence were suddenly fully engaged and ready to participate.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, the buzzers will continue to play an important role in our current learning goals. We are using them to build academic confidence, reinforce skills through interactive review, and encourage respectful turn-taking and collaboration. Our next steps include using the buzzers during multi-step word problem practice and reading skill review as students work toward greater independence and mastery.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students more than just materials—you've given them excitement, confidence, and a joyful way to learn. Thank you for giving us a peek of kindness and support that we will feel every day in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769301259918,"projectUrl":"project/buzzing-with-excitement-classroom-buzze/10047732/","projectTitle":"Buzzing With Excitement: Classroom Buzzers for Trivia","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Overton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2306908_orig.jpg?crop=499,499,x0,y96&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693401650756","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tknight"},{"teacherId":1814328,"projectId":9604809,"letterContent":"Thank you for bringing the \"cutting edge\" of engineering to our classroom! By funding the ChompShop cardboard saw, you haven't just bought us a tool; you've unlocked a professional-grade workshop experience for our students. These saws have transformed \"trash\" into a medium for serious architectural and mechanical design.\r\n\r\nWhile many people think of cardboard as a material for simple crafts, the ChompShop saw allows us to teach sophisticated engineering principles. Through these tools, students are mastering structural integrity, prototyping and iteration, in addition to tool safety and responsibility. \r\n\r\nThe saw has been a revelation for several specific groups of students including kinesthetic learners and the \"Green\" innovators that are passionate about the environment.","fullyFundedDate":1764022545156,"projectUrl":"project/cardboard-creativity-with-makerspace-in/9604809/","projectTitle":"Cardboard Creativity With Makerspace in the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1814328_orig.jpg?crop=2852,2852,x0,y514&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631799426123","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1814328"},{"teacherId":1814328,"projectId":9604409,"letterContent":"To our generous supporters,\r\n\r\nThank you for bringing the world into our library! By funding our Scholastic Magazine subscriptions, you've provided more than just \"reading material\"—you've given our students a real-time window into science, history, and global citizenship.\r\n\r\nWhile books offer deep dives into fiction, these magazines teach our students how to navigate the modern world. Because of the magazine format, reading in our library has become a high-energy, collaborative event. The magazines have been a game-changer for two groups in particular: visual learners and aspiring scientists and historians.","fullyFundedDate":1764728219438,"projectUrl":"project/lets-read-magazines/9604409/","projectTitle":"Let's Read Magazines!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1814328_orig.jpg?crop=2852,2852,x0,y514&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631799426123","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1814328"},{"teacherId":9562190,"projectId":9863004,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of a high-quality printer and a supply of copy paper. In a special education classroom, resources like these are not just \"supplies\"—they are essential tools that bridge the gap between a student's challenges and their potential.\r\n\r\nHere is a glimpse into the incredible impact your gift has had on our daily learning:\r\n\r\nPersonalizing the Learning Experience\r\nMany of my students require highly customized materials to succeed. Some need text enlarged for visual clarity, while others require specialized graphic organizers or \"social stories\" to help them navigate their day. Having a printer directly in our classroom allows me to:\r\n\r\nAdapt on the fly: If a student is struggling with a concept, I can immediately print a modified version of the assignment tailored to their specific needs.\r\n\r\nCreate Visual Schedules: For students with autism or processing delays, having a printed, physical schedule they can touch and check off is vital for reducing anxiety and building independence.\r\n\r\nThe Spark of Excitement\r\nYou might be surprised by how much joy a printer can bring! For my students, there is a unique sense of pride in seeing their digital work turn into something tangible. Whether it's an essay they typed, a piece of digital art, or a photo of a project they completed, holding that piece of paper in their hands provides an immediate sense of accomplishment.\r\n\r\nWhen the printer starts running, the students get genuinely excited. It represents the \"final step\" in their hard work, and for many, it's a powerful motivator to finish their tasks.\r\n\r\nA Foundation for Future Success\r\nThis printer will continue to be a cornerstone of our classroom success by allowing us to:\r\n\r\nBridge the School-Home Connection: We can now easily print progress reports, certificates of achievement, and home-practice packets to ensure parents are involved in their child's growth.\r\n\r\nBuild Literacy Skills: We are now creating \"Class Books\" where students dictate or write stories, and we print them out to keep in our classroom library. This builds immense confidence in their reading and writing abilities.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has removed a significant barrier for my students. By providing the means to put physical learning materials in their hands, you have given them the tools to interact with the world more effectively.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for investing in their bright futures.","fullyFundedDate":1761765591234,"projectUrl":"project/print-learn-and-grow/9863004/","projectTitle":"Print, Learn, and Grow","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corrales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9562190_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761761929660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccorrales2"},{"teacherId":7233854,"projectId":9765449,"letterContent":"Since the arrival of the Spanish and English dictionaries our writing, reading, and English Language Learning block has become more interactive and enjoyable. We have drawn away from the fear of writing in either language, especially for English Language Learners, to a more approachable way of writing through the ease of thematic visuals and native language supports the dictionary supplies.\r\n\r\nStudents with a language impediment, whom were the reason why I got the dictionaries in the first place, are becoming less reliant on the teacher and more independent in finding words for themselves. They are building early literacy and bilingual skills while fostering curiosity. Other students are enhancing their vocabulary and memory as they search for common words in everyday writing. Picture-bilingual dictionaries, unlike searching the internet, have provided my first graders colorful illustrations and interactive elements in which they keep them motivated and focused on learning.","fullyFundedDate":1760935237132,"projectUrl":"project/picture-dictionaries-in-english-and-span/9765449/","projectTitle":"Picture Dictionaries in English and Spanish","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cortez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7233854_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629772944426","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/l-cortez"},{"teacherId":2348211,"projectId":9268354,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for supporting our classroom project. Your generosity arrived at the perfect time as we enter the final stretch of an exciting and hardworking school year. Because of you, my students now have the tools they need to stay focused, engaged, and confident as they prepare for end-of-year assessments and projects.\r\n\r\nThe new headphones and storage bags will immediately make a difference in our daily routine. Students will finally be able to participate fully in online learning, independent work, and multimedia lessons without the distractions caused by broken or worn-out equipment. The storage bags will help them take responsibility for their materials and ensure these resources last well into the future.\r\n\r\nYour gift of copy paper might seem simple, but it is truly essential. It will allow us to continue creating hands-on activities, worksheets, and end-of-year celebrations such as certificates of achievement that students treasure.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your support has a direct and meaningful impact on our classroom. You are helping us end the year strong—with focus, consistency, and the joy that comes from having everything we need to succeed. My students feel seen, valued, and supported because of you.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and for investing in our students' success. We are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1755715727607,"projectUrl":"project/sounding-off-success-headphones-and-cop/9268354/","projectTitle":"Sounding Off Success: Headphones and Copy Paper","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sepulveda","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2348211_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572267342735","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nancy-sepulveda"},{"teacherId":9562190,"projectId":9629612,"letterContent":"When our bean bag chairs, rug, and floor mats arrived, my students were super excited. The moment they saw them set up in our classroom, they immediately ask to try out the new cozy spaces. Several students curled up with books in the bean bag, while others chose the rug and mats. Their reactions made it clear how much these new items transformed our classroom into a more inviting and comfortable place to learn.\r\n\r\nSince then, we've been using the new seating daily during our morning routine, independent reading, small group lessons, and even class discussions. The bean bags have become a favorite spot for reading, while the rug and floor mats give students the freedom to spread out, work collaboratively, and stay focused.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, these resources will continue to support our ongoing literacy and collaborative projects. Having flexible seating options allows students to choose the space where they learn best, which has already increased their engagement and enthusiasm. Thank you for helping me create a classroom environment where students feel comfortable, motivated, and excited to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1756603498961,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-learning/9629612/","projectTitle":"Comfortable Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corrales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9562190_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761761929660","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ccorrales2"},{"teacherId":1814328,"projectId":9253506,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! We are absolutely loving our new rugs in our school library. The rugs are a perfect balance of form and function. They have added a level of charm to our space that makes everything feel very cozy. The rugs also offer extra cushion for students to sit more comfortably as they sit, work, play, and socialize. \r\n\r\nStudents have especially been enjoying the flexible seating option. They are invited to sit on the rugs as they read, work on assignments in groups or alone, or engage in creative play with a variety of STEM centers. We are so grateful to be able to have new rugs that fit so many of our needs!","fullyFundedDate":1745970505408,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-rugs-for-our-library/9253506/","projectTitle":"Comfy Rugs for our Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1814328_orig.jpg?crop=2852,2852,x0,y514&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631799426123","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1814328"},{"teacherId":7233854,"projectId":9175212,"letterContent":"My utmost gratitude goes out to you for donating to my classroom rug. Your donations will make an impact to many students in the years to come. \r\n\r\nWith this new rug, students now have an assigned letter printed on the rug with ample space in between. Each letter has a hexagon printed around the letter, helping students stay ordered and find their spot quick! \r\nWith your support, my students are also learning in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Every year students build reading stamina by stilling wherever they please. You'll be happy to hear the rug is their favorite spot! Sometime students sit still as I instruct or read stories, while other times we play phonological games, in which the students circle around. They must try to read and pass the letters or words of the week with 2-3 at a time making it challenging and exciting. \r\n\r\nNeedless to say, my eager students are making use of this rug in the best way possible and it is all to your grain of mustard. Thank you! 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