{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Rogers Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2580033,"projectId":9494006,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of The DonorsChoose Community, our classroom MakerSpace has become a hub of creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. From the moment the materials arrived, students were eager to build, test, and redesign their ideas. They jumped right in, asking thoughtful questions and working together to figure out how things worked — exactly what we hope to see in young learners.\r\n\r\nBecause of these MakerSpace resources, I was able to offer hands-on learning experiences that encouraged creativity, perseverance, and teamwork. Students explored engineering concepts, practiced planning before building, and learned that mistakes are part of the learning process. Even students who are sometimes hesitant in traditional lessons found confidence and excitement in this space.\r\n\r\nThank you to the DonorsChoose community for believing in the power of hands-on learning. Your support has helped create a classroom environment where curiosity leads the way, ideas are celebrated, and students feel empowered to think like makers every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1757553265806,"projectUrl":"project/little-makers-big-dreams-a-first-grade/9494006/","projectTitle":"Little Makers, Big Dreams: A First Grade Makerspace","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2580033_orig.jpg?crop=1235,1234,x0,y247&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753389820844","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/whitney-orlow"},{"teacherId":4479092,"projectId":9494079,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing Mission: Math Possible! to life in our classroom. When my students first opened the boxes and saw the new math games, their faces lit up with excitement. They couldn't wait to try everything, and the room was buzzing with curiosity and joy. These resources are now a daily part of our math time as we use them during centers, small groups, and early finisher time to practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, fractions, place value, and problem-solving skills in a way that feels fun and accessible.\r\n\r\nOne of the most special moments was watching students who were once hesitant about math confidently teaching their classmates how to play Math Bingo and Prime Climb. The Jenga math challenges and Fraction War games have turned practice into collaboration, laughter, and meaningful learning. Students are not only building fluency, but also learning how to work as a team, think strategically, and persevere through challenges.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students now see math as something exciting instead of intimidating. Our next step is to connect these games to real-world problem-solving and small group math projects, where students will create their own math challenges and teach them to their peers. You gave my students more than materials — you gave them confidence, motivation, and the belief that people beyond our classroom believe in their success. Thank you for making such a powerful impact on their learning journeys!","fullyFundedDate":1757554039306,"projectUrl":"project/mission-math-possible/9494079/","projectTitle":"Mission: Math Possible!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. K.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4479092_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1497022000201","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4479092"},{"teacherId":10183706,"projectId":9614478,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous contribution toward providing games for my first graders. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, students now have access to engaging, hands-on learning tools that promote collaboration, problem-solving, and creativity. The excitement on their faces when they explore these new games has been incredible. They are practicing important academic and social skills without even realizing it—they're simply having fun.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I'm deeply grateful. These resources enrich student learning, strengthen classroom community, and give them opportunities to grow in ways that traditional materials can't always provide. Your kindness has truly elevated their school experience.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and believing in the power of play. Your support means so much to all of us.","fullyFundedDate":1755744030265,"projectUrl":"project/give-the-gift-of-play/9614478/","projectTitle":"Give the gift of play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Krupa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10183706_orig.jpg?crop=156,156,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755402270865","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rkrupa"},{"teacherId":2580033,"projectId":9642433,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Pocket Power: Chair Storage for First Graders project! Because of your generosity, each student now has a brand-new seat pocket that keeps their books, notebooks, and supplies organized and easy to reach. The smiles when they first saw them said it all — they felt proud, excited, and so grown-up having their very own space.\r\n\r\nThese pockets have already made a noticeable difference in our classroom. Students transition more smoothly, stay more focused, and waste less time searching for materials. Our room feels calmer and more efficient because everything finally has a place. The independence this creates is huge for first graders, and it's been wonderful to watch them take ownership of their learning tools.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for you and the DonorsChoose community. Your kindness has helped our classroom feel more organized, more supportive, and more joyful. Thank you for believing in our students and giving them something they use — and appreciate — every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1762267707574,"projectUrl":"project/pocket-power-chair-storage-for-first-gr/9642433/","projectTitle":"Pocket Power: Chair Storage for First Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2580033_orig.jpg?crop=1235,1234,x0,y247&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753389820844","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/whitney-orlow"},{"teacherId":2580033,"projectId":9720226,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Power Up Reading with Phonics and Fidgets project! Because of your generosity, our class received an engaging fidget game that has already made phonics practice so much more fun. My students love having something hands-on to use while they blend, tap out sounds, and practice tricky words. It keeps their little hands busy and their minds focused — the perfect combination for first graders.\r\n\r\nThis fidget game has been a wonderful addition to our small groups and literacy centers. Students are more excited to participate, more confident in their reading skills, and quicker to stay on task. It's amazing how one new tool can make such a big difference in both motivation and learning.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for you and for the DonorsChoose community. Thank you for helping our students stay engaged, focused, and excited about reading every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1760705523021,"projectUrl":"project/power-up-reading-with-phonics-and-fidget/9720226/","projectTitle":"Power Up Reading with Phonics and Fidgets!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2580033_orig.jpg?crop=1235,1234,x0,y247&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753389820844","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/whitney-orlow"},{"teacherId":2580033,"projectId":9497879,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Print Power for Our First Grade Classroom project! Because of your generosity, our class now has a thermal printer that has already made a huge difference in our daily routines. From crisp labels to clear center materials, everything feels more organized and student-friendly — and my first graders noticed right away!\r\n\r\nYour gift has helped our room feel calmer, cleaner, and easier for students to navigate. I've been able to prepare materials quickly, support small groups more efficiently, and give students tools they can truly use with confidence. Something as small as a neatly printed label has helped them take ownership of their space and learning.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for you and for the DonorsChoose community. Thank you for believing in our classroom and helping us create a brighter, better-organized learning environment for all of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1755720111263,"projectUrl":"project/print-power-for-our-first-grade-classroo/9497879/","projectTitle":"Print Power for Our First Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2580033_orig.jpg?crop=1235,1234,x0,y247&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753389820844","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/whitney-orlow"},{"teacherId":2580033,"projectId":9494141,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting Brains in Motion: Building, Sorting, and Stacking Our Learning. Your generosity is already making a huge difference in our classroom. My students love to move, build, and explore, and these hands-on materials give them real ways to show what they know. Instead of just hearing about a math or literacy skill, they can build it, sort it, stack it, and talk about it with their classmates. This helps them stay focused, feel confident, and learn in ways that make sense to them.\r\n\r\nThe moment we opened the new materials, excitement filled the room. Students quickly gathered around each activity, pointing, asking questions, and making plans for what they wanted to try first. These tools let them practice problem-solving, teamwork, and creativity all at the same time. I've already seen students who usually hold back jump right in because the materials invite everyone to participate. When kids can move and build, their ideas flow more freely.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and investing in joyful, hands-on learning. Your kindness reminds my students that there are people out there cheering them on. We are grateful every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1755719835619,"projectUrl":"project/brains-in-motion-building-sorting-and/9494141/","projectTitle":"Brains in Motion: Building, Sorting, and Stacking Our Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2580033_orig.jpg?crop=1235,1234,x0,y247&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753389820844","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/whitney-orlow"},{"teacherId":4479092,"projectId":9393082,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Because of you, our classroom has been transformed into a cozy, student-centered space where my students feel comfortable, focused, and excited to learn each day. Your kindness made this possible, and we are so grateful for the difference it's made.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the new flexible seating arrived, the excitement was contagious. Students couldn't believe these comfy chairs and rockers were really for them! There were big smiles, lots of \"Can we try them right now?\" questions, and instant curiosity about which seat would become their favorite. It was such a special moment to see their joy and appreciation — they knew this was something made possible by people who care deeply about their learning.\r\n\r\nSince then, the new seats have become a natural part of our daily routine. Students choose where they want to sit depending on what helps them focus best — reading in bean bags, collaborating on math in the rockers, or reflecting quietly in a cozy corner. One of my favorite moments was watching a small group solve challenging problems together while sitting comfortably, helping each other with patience and confidence. The energy in the room was calm, productive, and full of teamwork.\r\n\r\nThese seating options are helping my students take ownership of their learning and make thoughtful choices about how and where they learn best. Our next step is to build on this independence by having students share short \"learning space reflections,\" describing how their seating choices help them focus, collaborate, and stay engaged. It's been amazing to see them grow not just academically, but also in self-awareness and responsibility.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and supporting our classroom. Your generosity has created a space where every child feels welcome, valued, and ready to do their best. You've helped us build a classroom that truly feels like a community — and we couldn't be more thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1757521515740,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-for-curious-thinkers/9393082/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating for Curious Thinkers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. K.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4479092_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1497022000201","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4479092"},{"teacherId":2580033,"projectId":9387859,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited when our new pollinator garden supplies arrived! We learned how bees, butterflies, and other pollinators help plants grow. Then we made garden maps to plan where each flower would go. When we opened the boxes, everyone cheered—especially for the kid-sized gardening gloves and the colorful flower seeds.\r\n\r\nWe planted our flowers, kept journals to track what we saw, and measured how much our plants grew. We even made a big \"Pollinator Parade\" poster to share with families. Thanks to our donors, we turned our science lessons into a real garden that helps the Earth!","fullyFundedDate":1756234608191,"projectUrl":"project/bee-the-change-garden-project/9387859/","projectTitle":"Bee the Change Garden Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2580033_orig.jpg?crop=1235,1234,x0,y247&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753389820844","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/whitney-orlow"},{"teacherId":10055947,"projectId":9412958,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has access to new texts and resources that are making a real difference in our students' learning! With these materials, students are practicing critical reading skills such as identifying the main idea, making inferences, summarizing, and exploring different genres. These lessons are helping them become more confident, independent readers.\r\n\r\nSome of our students, especially those who previously struggled to find books that interest them, are now reading with enthusiasm. . Your support has given every student the chance to enjoy reading, grow their skills, and develop a lifelong love of books.","fullyFundedDate":1750276939652,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-stronger-community-through-st/9412958/","projectTitle":"Building a Stronger Community Through Stories That Matter","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wozniak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10055947"},{"teacherId":10055947,"projectId":9412763,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a community of readers! With the addition of our new books, my students are not just practicing reading skills, but they are discovering what it means to build a strong community through stories and discussion.\r\n\r\nCharlotte's Web introduced important lessons about empathy, team work, and problem solving. For example, as we read Charlotte's Web, students are learning to analyze characters' motivations, compare relationships, and make text-to-self connections about what it means to be a good friend. Beyond comprehension strategies, these books give us a common language to talk about kindness, inclusion, and how we can support one another inside and outside the classroom.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom now looks like groups of students leaning in together, sharing connections filled with their thinking, and pausing mid-chapter to ask each other thoughtful questions.\r\n\r\nOne of my students, who was reluctant to pick up a book earlier this year, now proudly volunteers to read aloud because he \"doesn't want to miss Wilbur's next adventure.\" Another student said, \"I like that we're reading the same book together because it feels like we're all in the story.\" These are the moments that remind us how powerful shared texts can be in building confidence and community.\r\n\r\nYour support has turned reading into a shared journey. One that is helping my students grow as readers, thinkers, and caring classmates. Thank you for making such a lasting impact on their learning and on our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1750700205707,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-strong-classroom-community-th/9412763/","projectTitle":"Building a Strong Classroom Community Through Charlotte's Web","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wozniak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10055947"},{"teacherId":3828408,"projectId":9242168,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for the generous donation of erasers and whiteboards for our math classroom. These supplies may seem small, but they make a huge difference in student learning every single day.\r\nWhiteboards allow students to practice problems in a low-stress, hands-on way—mistakes can be quickly erased, encouraging them to take risks and try again. The erasers help keep our boards clean and ready for constant use, making math practice more engaging and interactive.\r\nWith these tools, students can easily show their thinking, work out multiple strategies, and collaborate with their peers. 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