{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Arlington Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8643845,"projectId":9539970,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project and for investing directly in the creative growth of my kindergarten through third grade students. The addition of the 3D printer, filament, and the chalk markers has opened a new level of exploration and hands-on learning in the art room. Students are already using the chalk markers during our planning and sketching phases, especially on our reusable glass boards, where they can experiment, erase, revise, and collaborate with ease. This has made our early design work more interactive and far more engaging for young learners who thrive on immediate visual feedback.\r\n\r\nOne of our most meaningful early moments with these new materials came during a design-thinking activity where students were challenged to imagine a small functional object they could one day 3D print. Seeing the 3D printer for the first time was magical for them. Many gasped, clapped, and gathered around the printer with excitement, asking endless questions about how it works and when they could create something of their own. Even before we have the dry erase table in place, students have been using the chalk markers for collaborative brainstorming, sketching prototypes, and planning out shapes and patterns that they hope to turn into future 3D-printed pieces.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will begin working through simple modeling exercises, connecting their drawings and chalkboard plans to foundational 3D design skills. Our next step will be to guide them through creating their first small 3D printed classroom objects, giving each child the opportunity to see their ideas come to life. These resources have transformed the classroom environment, supported cross-grade collaboration, and expanded what is possible in our art curriculum. Your contribution is already making a lasting impact, and my students and I are deeply grateful for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1759174918226,"projectUrl":"project/create-without-limits-dry-erase-art-sta/9539970/","projectTitle":"Create Without Limits: Dry Erase Art Station","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hoskins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8643845_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721655675484","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8643845"},{"teacherId":4313640,"projectId":9682549,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting the education of my students! I was able to purchase many wonderful learning materials with the Teachers Pay Teachers gift card. My team and I are in the process of making and using math counting games and file folder activities with the purchases that I made. The popsicle and dinosaur letter games have been a hit for students in every grade level! The math dinosaur game is the chosen break activity for two of my kindergarten students. \r\nYour support creates so much excitement for our students because they love getting to practice what they know through hands-on activities. Using the games and activities from this project, I am also able to easily teach social skills during our math and reading groups. Thank you again for supporting all of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1758509704155,"projectUrl":"project/active-hands-to-develop-strong-minds/9682549/","projectTitle":"Active Hands to Develop Strong Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4313640_orig.jpg?crop=316,316,x7,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694089220379","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-eads"},{"teacherId":4313640,"projectId":9415057,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing my students with interactive learning games! They were so excited when I laid our new games out on the table and they still ask to play them daily. These games have been a wonderful addition to our Orton-Gillingham reading lessons. \r\n\r\nMy students love to learn and enjoy hands-on materials and the games provided by this project enable them to learn both academic and social skills in our small group lessons. I wish you could see their faces light up when we get to play one of our phonics games. These games have ignited an enthusiasm for learning that is contagious. Thank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1755720019178,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-games-to-grow-strong-readers-an/9415057/","projectTitle":"Literacy Games to Grow Strong Readers and Writers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4313640_orig.jpg?crop=316,316,x7,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694089220379","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-eads"},{"teacherId":8183831,"projectId":9418403,"letterContent":"I am so thankful that each and every one of you gave to this project! My students use these games every week and they love them! It is such a fun and engaging way for them to learn! \r\n\r\nEverytime I pull a game out for a group their faces light up! Almost every day we have group, they ask if we are able to play one of the games we received from this project! This project has made it possible to meet many different studnents' needs in my groups. Now everyone has a chance to play a fun learning game!\r\n\r\nThank you again for your gracious donation!","fullyFundedDate":1754002217795,"projectUrl":"project/games-to-promote-brain-waves/9418403/","projectTitle":"Games to Promote Brain Waves!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Feltner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8183831_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1638826818424","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8183831"},{"teacherId":1581695,"projectId":9380935,"letterContent":"The headphones with mics have arrived and we are thrilled!!!! Thank you so much for putting this tool in the hands of my ML learners. They will get a lot of use and practice out of them. The students were very excited to see them and asked if they could take them to their homeroom class.\r\n\r\nI love these headsets because they do not use the UBS port to plug in. For some of my youngest students, this is a challenge. They have broken several by trying to put them in or take them out. \r\n\r\nYour generosity is always greatly appreciated. You are making a difference near and far. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1748364701246,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-to-happiness/9380935/","projectTitle":"Headphones to Happiness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gossard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1581695_orig.png?crop=450,450,x0,y85&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748355906584","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1581695"},{"teacherId":8643845,"projectId":9260807,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our art room at Arlington Elementary has been transformed! The new light tables have quickly become a favorite tool for our students. We are using them in a variety of creative ways—from tracing and refining drawings to exploring the effects of color layering with translucent materials. One of our first projects will involve creating illuminated landscapes, where students layer tissue paper to build colorful scenes that come to life when placed on the light tables. The glow beneath their artwork truly sparks their imaginations and will bring a whole new level of excitement to the classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the light tables set up, their eyes lit up with curiosity and wonder. Many had never seen or used a light table before, so their reactions ranged from wide smiles to eager questions like, \"Can we use this every day?\" They were instantly drawn to experiment with how light changes the way we see and create art. It has added a magical, hands-on dimension to our learning that encourages creativity, focus, and discovery.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be using the light tables to explore symmetry and design by tracing patterns and creating mandalas. These tables are not just tools—they've become a gateway to deeper engagement in the creative process. Your support has helped us build an art room where students feel inspired, capable, and proud of their work. Thank you again for giving our young artists the chance to see their ideas shine—literally!","fullyFundedDate":1746480130881,"projectUrl":"project/bright-ideas-supporting-visual-arts-wit/9260807/","projectTitle":"Bright Ideas: Supporting Visual Arts With Light Table Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hoskins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8643845_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721655675484","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8643845"},{"teacherId":4313640,"projectId":9318542,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students' education! The sticker store has been a wonderful way to keep students of all grade levels motivated and excited during our small group lessons. The kids never forget to remind us that Thursday is sticker ticket exchange day when they get to trade in their tickets for stickers. I wish you could have seen their faces light up when the new stickers arrived as it was adorable and priceless!\r\n\r\nYour support and generosity will keep our sticker store fully stocked for the remainder of this school year. Thank you again for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1746670896253,"projectUrl":"project/stick-with-it/9318542/","projectTitle":"Stick With It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4313640_orig.jpg?crop=316,316,x7,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694089220379","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-eads"},{"teacherId":4313640,"projectId":9235891,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting the education of my students. Ever since I read a My Dragon Book a couple of months ago, my students have been hooked on this series. Since receiving the books that I got for this project, I have read over half of them aloud to different groups of students. Each book is relatable to my kids from kindergarten through third grade. \r\n\r\nDiggory Doo is an adorable dragon that my students can relate to and they love to learn life lessons alongside him. I even had a kindergarten student request that I read the Conflict Resolution book to her when she came to my room for a break. Little did she know, it was the perfect book for us to read and discuss together at that moment. She was all smiles as we read the book and worked through emotions. When we finished the book, she put it back on the shelf and told me that she was ready to return to class, which made this teacher's heart almost explode with excitement. \r\n\r\nThank you for providing me with books that I have been able to use this year and will continue to use for many years to come. I greatly appreciate your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1744199050154,"projectUrl":"project/my-dragon-social-emotional-learning/9235891/","projectTitle":"My Dragon Social Emotional Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4313640_orig.jpg?crop=316,316,x7,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694089220379","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-eads"},{"teacherId":8643845,"projectId":9219324,"letterContent":"The generous donation for clay materials has made an incredible impact on nearly 450 young students in kindergarten through third grade. Thanks to this support, students are closing out their school year with hands-on, creative experiences that many would not otherwise have access to. From whimsical cupcake sculptures in third grade to sea turtles, Pout Pout fish, and snails in the lower grades, each project has allowed students to explore their imagination and learn the fundamentals of 3D art. The moment they heard the project was funded, the excitement was electric—and that same joy was evident as they began shaping their creations.\r\n\r\nThis opportunity has provided more than just an art lesson—it has become a powerful, memorable experience for these underprivileged students. For many, this is their first time working with clay, and they are fully engaged in every step, from forming to firing and soon glazing their pieces. Being able to create something with their own hands, see it transformed through the firing process, and take it home to share with their families is not only educational but deeply meaningful. It has brought pride, inspiration, and a sense of accomplishment to students who might not otherwise get to express themselves through this kind of artistic medium.","fullyFundedDate":1744397325582,"projectUrl":"project/shaping-creativity-clay-materials-for-o/9219324/","projectTitle":"Shaping Creativity: Clay Materials for Our Art Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hoskins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8643845_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721655675484","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8643845"},{"teacherId":4313640,"projectId":9019618,"letterContent":"Thank you for providing my students with much needed kinetic sand for sensory needs and breaks! I had a group of third grade students in my classroom when I opened the box and the excitement in their voices and eyes was heartwarming. Every other student that walked into my room the day we got our materials was equally excited. \r\n\r\nI allowed students a couple of minutes at the end of our groups to use our new materials and they had a blast. I appreciate your support of my students and their unique and individual needs. Please know that you are making a difference in the lives of many students for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1739570249852,"projectUrl":"project/kinetic-sand-for-sensory-input-and-relax/9019618/","projectTitle":"Kinetic Sand for Sensory Input and Relaxation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4313640_orig.jpg?crop=316,316,x7,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694089220379","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-eads"},{"teacherId":4313640,"projectId":9019591,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting the education of my students. When we received our materials to make the phonics folders and binders, I had several students as if they could help. This week, I had four third grade students come to my classroom during their recess to help me make binders. They immediately began asking when we would use them in our reading groups. \r\n\r\nSeeing their excitement about reading was overwhelming and wonderful to see. I can't wait to use our new phonics materials over the next several years. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1739374001842,"projectUrl":"project/phonics-practice-for-all-readers-and-wri/9019591/","projectTitle":"Phonics Practice for All Readers and Writers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4313640_orig.jpg?crop=316,316,x7,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694089220379","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-eads"},{"teacherId":7895338,"projectId":9044290,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution. Thanks to your support, every student will receive a book at the end of the year, which is a gift that will inspire their love for reading and learning.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is truly making a difference in the lives of my students, and I can't thank you enough for helping to foster a passion for education. Your donation has not only provided them with a book but has also given them something invaluable: the joy and excitement of reading.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you again for your incredible generosity. 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