{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Horace Greeley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":675451,"projectId":10480243,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support. The snacks you provided help ensure that my vibrant, resilient English Language Learners have the nourishment they need to fully participate in learning.\r\n\r\nMy students work incredibly hard, mastering grade-level academics while acquiring a new language. Many come from low-income households, and some experience food insecurity at home. Learning a new language requires tremendous mental energy, and it is difficult for any child to focus on vocabulary, reading, speaking, or complex academic concepts when they are hungry.\r\n\r\nBy providing a supply of snacks, you have helped remove a significant barrier to my students' success. Having quick, accessible food available in our classroom means that no student has to sit through class on an empty stomach. These snacks help students feel more comfortable, focused, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping create a classroom where students feel valued and empowered to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1788959237743,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-thought-healthy-snacks-for-eme/10480243/","projectTitle":"Fuel for Thought: Healthy Snacks for Emerging Bilingual Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp675451_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522295007509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/675451"},{"teacherId":675451,"projectId":10480244,"letterContent":"Your generous support has made a meaningful difference in my new role as an English Language Program Teacher (ELPT). The supplies you provided will help me create a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom. \r\n\r\nEveryday items such as pencils, tissues, paper towels, soap, and cleaning supplies may seem small, but they are used constantly throughout the school day. Having these essentials available helps create an environment where students can focus on learning rather than on whether basic classroom needs are being met.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your donation allows me to spend more time on supporting my students as they build English proficiency, strengthen their academic skills, and gain confidence in their ability to succeed. Thank you for investing in my students and helping make their classroom experience more positive, comfortable, and successful.","fullyFundedDate":1788980142445,"projectUrl":"project/basic-supplies-to-start-off-the-new-scho/10480244/","projectTitle":"Basic Supplies to Start Off the New School Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp675451_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522295007509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/675451"},{"teacherId":675451,"projectId":10241005,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! Your support made the final weeks of our 2025/2026 school year into an unforgettable celebration of learning, creativity, and community. The daily snacks you provided were a huge hit during our afternoon snack times, keeping student energy and spirits high during the busy lead-up to the end of the year. To wrap things up, the students enjoyed these delicious treats while watching a movie together, which served as a perfect, relaxing reward to celebrate all of their hard work this year.\r\n\r\nThe paint markers also came in handy for our final big project, the Volume Zoo. While I originally planned to use them for an end-of-year affirmative messaging project, I decided it would be best to save that activity for the incoming class this fall so they can set goals and start the new school year on the right foot. Instead, the markers became the star tools for bringing our Volume Zoo animals to life. This project integrated math and science, requiring students to measure boxes and calculate the volume of composite rectangular prisms that were needed to create their animals. Furthermore, they researched and wrote a comprehensive report on their animal. \r\n\r\nThe project culminated in a grand exhibition in the school library, where the students proudly presented their finished animals and reports to parents, school staff, and fellow students. To celebrate the success of their presentations and officially mark the close of the school year, we enjoyed the refreshing ice pops you sent. It was the perfect, sweet reward after all of their hard work. \r\n\r\nThank you for being such an integral part of our classroom community and for helping us close out the school year on such a high note!","fullyFundedDate":1777945896424,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-success/10241005/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp675451_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522295007509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/675451"},{"teacherId":8007297,"projectId":9869104,"letterContent":"This project has already made a difference in my classroom. The Correct the Sentence books give my students extra practice with grammar in a way that is engaging and easy to fit into our daily routine. Since most of my students are English language learners, these resources provide valuable support as they build their reading, writing, and language skills. I have seen students become more confident in spotting mistakes and applying what they learn to their own writing.\r\n\r\nThe snacks have also been greatly appreciated. Having a quick snack helps students stay focused and ready to learn throughout the day. Together, these resources are helping create a classroom where students feel supported and have the tools they need to grow academically. Thank you for making this possible for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1766769777428,"projectUrl":"project/reading-across-worlds-growing-bilingual/9869104/","projectTitle":"Reading Across Worlds: Growing Bilingual Readers’ Love for Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandoval","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8007297_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784076635460","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-sandovalc"},{"teacherId":675451,"projectId":10154398,"letterContent":"My classroom is filled with brilliant, collaborative thinkers who are at their best when they are talking through complex problems. Thanks to you, we now have the Kagan Cooperative Learning resources and essential supplies to make that collaboration seamless. The books have provided the students with task cards they can use to practice skills we are learning in class, while the whiteboards, markers, and erasers allow them to work out problems and fix their mistakes easily. These resources allow my students to talk, coach each other, and become real leaders in math. Your kindness has given them the confidence to solve problems as a team, and we are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1773842113405,"projectUrl":"project/books-to-engage-mathematicians/10154398/","projectTitle":"Books to Engage Mathematicians","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp675451_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522295007509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/675451"},{"teacherId":8263899,"projectId":9745466,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project, \"A Smart Start: A Laptop for Early Learning!\" I'm incredibly grateful for your generous support. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact on my work with my pre-K studnets. Having a functional, working laptop has been super helpful to stay on top of my assessments. I'm able to work with students in small groups but can have the laptop nearby to enter observations in real time, and quickly input documentation. This allows for my assessments to be more accurate and thorough. Having immediate access to this information helps me better understand each child's needs and tailor my instruction to support their learning.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the laptop has been an invaluable tool during professional development meetings. I can actively participate, access resources, collaborate with colleagues, and apply new strategies directly to my classroom practices. I'm also able to take it along during lunchtime where I can look over lesson plans, emails, and utilize when I choose to have a working lunch. \r\n\r\nYour donation has not only supported me as an educator, but it has also positively impacted my students by helping ensure they receive thoughtful, data-driven instruction during these critical early learning years. \r\n\r\nI also use the laptop as a learning tool with my students. For example, during snack time one day, my students became curious about where peanuts come from. We were able to look it up together right away, turning a simple moment into an engaging, teachable experience that sparked their curiosity and excitement for learning.\r\n\r\nThe ink for my color printer has also made a big difference in our classroom. It has allowed us to create vibrant posters and visuals for group activities, which we proudly display in the classroom. These visuals support student understanding, keep them engaged, and help create a welcoming and interactive learning environment.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and for believing in the importance of early childhood education.","fullyFundedDate":1768310317165,"projectUrl":"project/a-smart-start-a-laptop-for-early-learni/9745466/","projectTitle":"A Smart Start: A Laptop for Early Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8263899_orig.jpg?crop=490,491,x0,y36&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758510111323","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8263899"},{"teacherId":467961,"projectId":10134763,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation! You have made a big impact on my students. They are able to listen and speak using the headphones with microphones to ready themselves for the Seal of Biliteracy test.\r\n\r\nMy students are usually very successful on this test! We do many listening and speaking activities throughout the school year. This activity will help my students continue to practice with their aural input of language and oral output of language.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your help with this project. My students and I are very grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1772992391237,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-help-us-learn/10134763/","projectTitle":"Headphones Help Us Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Greenwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp467961_orig.jpg?crop=320,320,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1612915422901","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/srgreenwell"},{"teacherId":675451,"projectId":9939157,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of pencils, paper towels, holiday pencils and pens, and fidget toys. Your kindness truly made a difference in our classroom and brought our students a great deal of joy.\r\n\r\nAlthough the supplies arrived after the holiday season, I was excited to turn them into New Year gifts for my students. They were thrilled to receive these special items as we began the new year, and it was a wonderful way to remind them that people beyond our classroom care about their success and happiness.\r\n\r\nThe remaining supplies will be saved and gifted to students next year, ensuring that your generosity continues to make an impact well into the future. Items like these may seem small, but they mean so much to students and help create a welcoming, supportive learning environment.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtfulness and support. Your generosity brightens our classroom and gives students something to smile about.","fullyFundedDate":1767112453762,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-joy/9939157/","projectTitle":"Holiday Joy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp675451_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522295007509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/675451"},{"teacherId":675451,"projectId":9745058,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of an iPad to our classroom. Your support has already made a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experiences, and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nThe iPad is being used in many powerful ways. It helps us translate instructions and materials for non-English-speaking students, ensuring that all learners can fully participate and feel included. We also use it for behavior management through ClassDojo, which encourages positive choices.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the iPad allows us to post and manage assignments through Google Classroom, keeping students organized and engaged with their work. It is also an essential tool for researching high-quality resources that allow me to differentiate instruction for all my learners.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is more inclusive, organized, and engaging. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their success. Your support truly makes a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1764598863394,"projectUrl":"project/an-ipad-to-support-math-success-for-all/9745058/","projectTitle":"An iPad to Support Math Success for All Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. A.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp675451_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522295007509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/675451"},{"teacherId":8747673,"projectId":9830650,"letterContent":"The modern classroom, high-quality headphones are far more than just a way to listen to audio; they serve as a vital tool for personalized focus and language mastery. By creating an \"audio bubble,\" these devices allow students to engage with interactive lessons and spatial audio simulations without the distractions of a busy room. This is particularly transformative for our neurodivergent learners and those with sensory sensitivities, as the noise-canceling technology reduces cognitive load and provides a sense of calm and control. This \"quiet space\" enables students to process information at their own speed, ensuring that no child falls behind simply because the environment felt too loud or overwhelming.\r\n\r\nWhat truly excites the students is the immersive and private nature of this technology, which turns learning into a high-fidelity experience. For our English Language Learners and more introverted students, the built-in microphones have been a game-changer, offering a judgment-free zone to practice pronunciation and build confidence before speaking in front of the class. They no longer feel the \"performance anxiety\" of making a mistake in public; instead, they treat the headphones as a safe laboratory for exploration. By supporting this technology, donors are providing students with the gift of concentration and the courage to find their own voice in a noisy world.","fullyFundedDate":1760732293794,"projectUrl":"project/hear-us-learn-headphones-for-focused-fi/9830650/","projectTitle":"Hear Us Learn: Headphones for Focused First Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Duran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8747673"},{"teacherId":7042376,"projectId":9857908,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and for giving our kindergarten classroom such a meaningful gift. Because of you, my students are learning in a space that is more organized, engaging, and responsive to their needs.\r\nWe are already using the new materials every single day. The chair pockets have been a wonderful addition to our classroom routine. Each student now has their own special place to keep books, journals, and supplies. One of my favorite moments was watching a student proudly show a classmate how they organized their pocket—something that may seem small, but builds responsibility and independence in a big way.\r\nThe wiggle seat cushions were an instant hit! When the students first saw them, their faces lit up with excitement. Now, students who need to move while learning are able to stay focused during lessons. I've noticed improved attention during circle time and literacy activities, especially for students who previously struggled to sit still.\r\nOur magnetic building tiles and magnetic letter tiles have quickly become classroom favorites. During center time, students work together to build towers, bridges, and creative designs with the magnetic tiles, practicing teamwork and problem-solving. With the magnetic letter tiles, students are enthusiastically building words, exploring letter sounds, and celebrating when they read a word on their own. Hearing a child say, \"I made a word!\" is a moment I never get tired of.\r\n\r\nThe hook and loop dots have helped me create interactive learning centers that I can easily adapt to meet different learning needs. This flexibility allows me to support all learners and keep lessons fresh and engaging.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue using these materials as we dive deeper into early reading skills, hands-on STEM challenges, and independent learning routines. These resources are helping my students build confidence, independence, and a love of learning—skills they will carry with them far beyond kindergarten.\r\n\r\nMany of my students do not have access to materials like these at home, so your generosity truly makes a lasting difference. Thank you for giving my students the opportunity to learn in a classroom where they feel supported, excited, and inspired every day.","fullyFundedDate":1763743864515,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-futures-in-kindergarten/9857908/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Futures in Kindergarten: Organization, Comfort, and Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sanchez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7042376_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1789185605130","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7042376"},{"teacherId":8007297,"projectId":9407385,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my classroom project. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to Correct the Sentence books that provide hands-on, engaging practice with grammar and sentence structure. 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