{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Washington Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8003706,"projectId":9762220,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support in providing bean bag chairs for our classroom. Your kindness has helped create a more comfortable, welcoming, and flexible learning environment for my students.\r\n\r\nThese bean bag chairs have quickly become a favorite spot for reading, relaxing, and focusing. They give students a cozy place where they can feel safe and comfortable, which helps them stay engaged and enjoy learning even more. For many students, having a choice in where they sit has increased their motivation and made a big difference in their daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nI've already seen students settle in with a book longer, collaborate more easily, and take pride in their classroom space. Something as simple as flexible seating can have a powerful impact, and that's all thanks to you.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping build not just a classroom, but a community where students feel supported and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,\r\nThank you for making our classroom a better place!","fullyFundedDate":1759253248054,"projectUrl":"project/bean-bag-chairs/9762220/","projectTitle":"Bean Bag Chairs","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kazanow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8003706_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x147,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649779243912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8003706"},{"teacherId":8003706,"projectId":9762156,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your generous support in providing noise-canceling headphones for my classroom. Your kindness is already making a meaningful difference for my students.\r\n\r\nThese headphones are helping create a more focused and calm learning environment, especially for students who are easily distracted or overwhelmed by noise. With fewer distractions, they are better able to concentrate, stay engaged, and complete their work with greater confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nI've noticed students using the headphones to settle into their tasks more quickly and remain focused for longer periods of time. For some, this has been a game-changer in helping them feel comfortable and successful in the classroom.\r\n\r\nYour support is not just providing a tool—it's giving students the opportunity to learn in a way that works best for them. That kind of impact is truly powerful.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for believing in my students. Your support is helping them thrive every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1760022393893,"projectUrl":"project/noise-canceling-headphones/9762156/","projectTitle":"Noise Canceling Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kazanow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8003706_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x147,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649779243912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8003706"},{"teacherId":8003706,"projectId":9625112,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Because of you, my students now have access to engaging math games that bring learning to life in exciting and meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is making a real difference every day. These games are not just fun—they are helping students build confidence, strengthen their problem-solving skills, and develop a deeper understanding of important math concepts. I've already seen students who were once hesitant about math become more eager to participate, collaborate with classmates, and challenge themselves.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is creating a positive and supportive learning environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed. It's amazing to watch them laugh, think critically, and grow—all thanks to your support.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your generosity has a lasting impact. You are helping shape not only stronger math skills, but also a love of learning that will stay with these students for years to come.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\nThank you for believing in my students!","fullyFundedDate":1759518047370,"projectUrl":"project/math-games/9625112/","projectTitle":"Math Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kazanow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8003706_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x147,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649779243912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8003706"},{"teacherId":8003706,"projectId":9763076,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, our classroom Halloween celebration was more than just a party — it became a meaningful learning experience that brought joy, creativity, and connection to our students.\r\n\r\nWith the Halloween supplies we received, students were able to participate in hands-on crafts, themed literacy activities, and collaborative games that made learning feel exciting and memorable. The decorations instantly transformed our classroom into a warm, festive environment. For many students, walking into a space that reflected the season made school feel magical and special.\r\n\r\nThe craft materials allowed students to express their creativity while strengthening fine motor skills and following multi-step directions. Whether they were designing pumpkins, creating spooky artwork, or building small themed projects, students were fully engaged. Even some of our quieter students found confidence sharing their creations with classmates.\r\n\r\nThe themed activities also supported academic learning. We incorporated Halloween into reading comprehension, descriptive writing, and math problem-solving tasks. Because students were already excited about the theme, they were more motivated to participate and push themselves academically.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, these supplies helped us build classroom community. Students collaborated, shared materials, complimented each other's work, and celebrated together. For some of our students, this was one of the few opportunities they had to participate in a festive event in a structured, positive environment. The joy on their faces reminded us how important experiences like this are.\r\n\r\nYour donation did more than provide decorations and materials — it created belonging, excitement, and lasting memories. Our students felt seen, celebrated, and valued. Thank you for making our classroom a place where learning and joy go hand in hand.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support and for believing in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1760634345742,"projectUrl":"project/halloween-tricks-and-treats/9763076/","projectTitle":"Halloween Tricks and Treats","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Kazanow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8003706_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x147,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649779243912","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8003706"},{"teacherId":1019101,"projectId":10046703,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project! Because of your kindness, our students now have new folders, mechanical pencils, and sketchbooks to use in class.\r\n\r\nThese supplies may seem simple, but they make a world of difference. The folders are helping students stay organized and take pride in their work. The mechanical pencils give them the tools they need to write, revise, and keep trying without frustration. The sketchbooks are already sparking creativity, giving students a space to brainstorm, design, and express their ideas freely.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has not only provided materials—it has given our students confidence, excitement, and the feeling that there are people beyond our classroom who believe in them. That means more than words can fully express.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students' learning and creativity. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1771612150325,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-tomorrows-thinkers/10046703/","projectTitle":"Tools for Tomorrow’s Thinkers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boye","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1019101"},{"teacherId":8629341,"projectId":10029483,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with folders and school supplies! Your generosity means so much to our students and me. These supplies will help keep our classroom organized and provide students with the tools they need to succeed in their daily learning. With your help, we can create a more engaging and productive learning environment where every student can thrive.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, students now have the materials they need to stay focused, complete assignments, and take pride in their work. Your support shows them that people care about their education and inspires them to do their best. We are so grateful for your kindness and for making a positive impact on our classroom community. Thank you for helping our students shine!","fullyFundedDate":1770239063252,"projectUrl":"project/daily-folders-and-supplies/10029483/","projectTitle":"Daily Folders and Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8629341"},{"teacherId":1019101,"projectId":9992264,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of sketchbooks and colored pencils for our students. Your support is already making a meaningful difference in our classrooms.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, students now have the tools they need to express themselves, explore their creativity, and develop important artistic skills. For many of them, these supplies open the door to new possibilities and a deeper love for learning.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your investment in our students and their futures. Your generosity helps inspire confidence, imagination, and joy in their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1769177171845,"projectUrl":"project/being-creative/9992264/","projectTitle":"Being Creative","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boye","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1019101"},{"teacherId":8629341,"projectId":9774610,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in providing prizes for our school store. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom by giving students positive incentives to stay focused, responsible, and motivated. They are always excited to work toward earning rewards, and it has truly strengthened our classroom community.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, students are learning the value of effort, goal-setting, and making good choices while enjoying the fun of earning something special. Your kindness has helped create an encouraging environment where students feel proud of their accomplishments and inspired to keep doing their best. We are incredibly grateful for your support and belief in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1769177180356,"projectUrl":"project/paw-store-supplies/9774610/","projectTitle":"Paw Store Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8629341"},{"teacherId":8629341,"projectId":9776580,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom and for making our STEM prizes possible. Your kindness has created an exciting and motivating learning environment where students feel encouraged to explore, problem-solve, and challenge themselves. Seeing their faces light up when they earn these prizes has been truly rewarding.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are more engaged in hands-on STEM activities. Your investment goes far beyond prizes — it inspires curiosity, perseverance, and a love for learning that will last well beyond this school year. We are incredibly grateful for your support and belief in our students.","fullyFundedDate":1769065285757,"projectUrl":"project/stem-prizes/9776580/","projectTitle":"STEM Prizes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Greig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8629341"},{"teacherId":1019101,"projectId":9838458,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! Because of you, my students now have access to beloved Dr. Seuss books like Green Eggs and Ham and One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish.\r\n\r\nThese books have already sparked so much excitement and laughter in our classroom. They are helping students build early reading skills, expand their vocabulary, and most importantly, discover the joy of reading. Seeing my students eagerly turn pages, chant rhymes, and ask to reread their favorite stories has been incredibly rewarding.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a real and lasting impact on my students' learning experience. Thank you for believing in our classroom and for helping make reading fun and engaging for every child.","fullyFundedDate":1768505780803,"projectUrl":"project/learning-to-read/9838458/","projectTitle":"Learning to Read","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boye","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1019101"},{"teacherId":1019101,"projectId":9838991,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose and for providing folders for our students. These folders may seem simple, but they play an important role in helping students stay organized and take ownership of their work. Having their own folders allows students to keep track of assignments, notes, and projects, which helps reduce stress and builds responsibility and confidence.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom runs more smoothly and students are better prepared for success each day. The folders help create structure and consistency, allowing students to focus more on learning and less on managing loose papers. Your support truly makes a difference in our daily routines, and we are so grateful for your kindness and commitment to helping our students thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1767051504413,"projectUrl":"project/learning-in-school/9838991/","projectTitle":"Learning in School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Boye","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1019101"},{"teacherId":1019101,"projectId":9841815,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and for providing slime and other STEM materials for our students! These hands-on resources have already sparked excitement and curiosity, making learning feel fun, engaging, and meaningful. The slime activities help students explore important concepts like properties of matter, problem-solving, and experimentation in a way that truly captures their attention.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students are able to learn by doing—asking questions, making predictions, and discovering through exploration. These STEM materials encourage creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking, helping students build skills they will use far beyond the classroom. 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