{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"McKinley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":71.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8831960,"projectId":10558531,"letterContent":"I absolutely love my students' energy, kindness, and eagerness to learn. They come to school each day ready to try their best, support one another, and grow both academically and socially. The new snacks and hygiene supplies are helping create a caring classroom environment where students feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn. When my students first saw the new materials, their excitement was priceless. One student smiled and said, \"Thank you, this is for us?\" That simple moment reminded me how meaningful it is to provide resources that help students feel cared for and valued. During a recent lesson, I noticed a student who had been distracted and having difficulty completing their work become more focused after having a snack. The student was able to return to the activity, participate in the lesson, and proudly complete the assignment. Moments like this show how meeting students' basic needs can make a meaningful difference in their ability to learn. These resources are helping remove barriers so my students can focus on learning, growing, and reaching their full potential.","fullyFundedDate":1789617534674,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-supplies-and-self-care-for-stud/10558531/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Supplies, and Self-Care for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rogers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8831960"},{"teacherId":9148493,"projectId":10359902,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Fuel for the Brain\" project! Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. My students are excited to have snacks available to help them stay fueled and focused throughout the school day. We have long days filled with reading, writing, discussions, small-group instruction, and lots of thinking. Having a snack when they need one helps my students refocus and continue giving their best effort.\r\n\r\nThe students were so excited and thankful when they saw the snacks and other resources that were provided for our classroom. It may seem like something small, but to them, it was a big deal. I especially enjoy seeing their excitement when they realize there is something available for them during the day. These resources have also helped me create a classroom environment where students can focus more on learning instead of being distracted by hunger.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue building strong readers, writers, and thinkers as we prepare for more challenging third-grade work throughout the year. We are working on reading closely, finding evidence in texts, explaining our thinking, and becoming stronger writers. Your support is helping provide the \"fuel\" my students need to keep learning, growing, and reaching their goals. Thank you for investing in my students and for being a part of our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1783105364561,"projectUrl":"project/fuel-for-the-brain/10359902/","projectTitle":"Fuel for the Brain","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bradley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9148493_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696333808030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9148493"},{"teacherId":7582858,"projectId":10333418,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping this project come to life! We waited until we knew the students and whole school were aware of your gift in making this project happen and felt like they had ownership and understood the responsibility of caring for the equipment and being intentional with it. They have LOVED recess and PE now and are so excited for the upcoming season! You helped this to happen and we're so grateful!\r\nBecause of your generosity, our PE coaches believe that the student success during our next season will improve, but so has the playtime and camaraderie between students as they play together.","fullyFundedDate":1781474162016,"projectUrl":"project/the-goal-is-to-win/10333418/","projectTitle":"The Goal Is To Win!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Musgrove","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7582858_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742127507604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-musgrove"},{"teacherId":8831960,"projectId":10212892,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom project \"Hands-On Language Learning: Match and Sort for Strong Readers\". Your generosity has provided my second-grade kiddos with engaging, hands-on activities that make learning language and vocabulary fun and meaningful. My students are excited to work with these new materials because they allow them to learn by doing, matching, sorting, and discussing their thinking with classmates. These activities will be especially helpful during small-group instruction, learning centers, and independent practice. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create meaningful learning experiences in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1785446892136,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-language-learning-match-and-so/10212892/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Language Learning: Match and Sort for Strong Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rogers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8831960"},{"teacherId":8831960,"projectId":10236964,"letterContent":"My kiddos are excited to learn each day, and these new resources are helping make our classroom more organized and ready for learning. We are using the Turn-In-Your-Work Organizer to give students a consistent place to submit completed assignments. The Literacy Centers Management Chart helps students follow their rotations, stay on task, and work independently while I provide small-group instruction. My students were excited when they first saw the new materials. The Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches will allow us to protect and reuse important learning materials, while the Large Poster Storage Bags will keep our anchor charts and posters safe and organized for future lessons. The 3-Drawer Storage Organizer will help us keep papers and classroom supplies easy to find and accessible when students need them. I am truly grateful to our donors for investing in my students and helping provide a learning environment where they can learn, grow, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1778264529212,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-our-classroom-running-smoothly/10236964/","projectTitle":"Keeping Our Classroom Running Smoothly","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rogers","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8831960"},{"teacherId":5882055,"projectId":10123079,"letterContent":"As a second grade teacher for the last nine years, I have been implementing varies components within the classroom to help students to learn how to read better.\r\nMy students will benefit from this training, because I will use the knowledge and experience I learn to help my students learn how to decode words and blend sounds together for pronounce words.\r\nThe Science of Reading class will help me develop new techniques to better help me students with phonics. This will help them to become more fluent in reading .","fullyFundedDate":1777250632678,"projectUrl":"project/reading-thru-advancing/10123079/","projectTitle":"Reading thru Advancing","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vasha","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5882055_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x23,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751152196861","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5882055"},{"teacherId":9148493,"projectId":9434529,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity and support of our classroom. Because of your kindness and investment in our students, we have seen incredible growth and achievement this year. Your donation did more than provide resources—it opened doors, created opportunities, and helped build confidence in young learners who are discovering their potential every day.\r\n\r\nWith your support, my students made significant growth in their reading skills. Many students entered the year lacking confidence in their abilities and often hesitated to read aloud or participate in discussions. Over time, with access to engaging materials and meaningful learning experiences, they began to view themselves as readers. One of the greatest rewards as a teacher has been seeing the enjoyment on their faces as they read fluently and confidently. The smiles, excitement, and pride they displayed when mastering difficult words or completing a challenging text were priceless moments that would not have been possible without your support.\r\n\r\nReading fluency and comprehension improved across our classroom. Students became more willing to take risks, ask questions, and share their thinking with their peers. They learned that mistakes are a part of learning and that perseverance leads to growth. Watching students who once struggled become eager readers has been one of the highlights of this school year.\r\n\r\nThe growth in reading also had a powerful impact on mathematics instruction. As students strengthened their reading skills, mathematics became more enjoyable and less intimidating. They were better able to understand word problems, follow directions, explain their reasoning, and engage in mathematical discussions with confidence. Their improved literacy skills helped remove barriers that often make mathematics difficult for young learners.\r\n\r\nAs a result, student engagement in math lessons increased significantly. Students participated more actively, collaborated with classmates, and demonstrated greater perseverance when solving problems. Their comprehension improved not only in reading but across all subject areas, showing the strong connection between literacy and overall academic success.\r\n\r\nBeyond academic gains, your generosity helped create a classroom environment where students felt supported, encouraged, and capable of success. They learned to celebrate their progress, support one another, and take pride in their accomplishments. These are lessons that extend far beyond the classroom walls and will continue to impact them for years to come.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our future. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students, and we are truly grateful for your partnership in helping them grow into confident readers, thinkers, and learners.","fullyFundedDate":1756857762881,"projectUrl":"project/fluent-readers-confident-mathematicians/9434529/","projectTitle":"Fluent Readers, Confident Mathematicians","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bradley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9148493_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1696333808030","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9148493"},{"teacherId":3923149,"projectId":9234815,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our students now have access to engaging books and high-quality Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) resources that have transformed learning in our classroom. \r\nThe new books have sparked excitement and increased independent reading, especially among students who previously struggled to find books that matched their interests and abilities. \r\n\r\nThe TPT gift card has allowed me to purchase interactive digital lessons, enrichment activities, and differentiated materials that make learning more engaging and personalized. Students are especially excited by the hands-on projects, colorful resources, and technology-based activities that bring lessons to life.\r\n Several students who were once reluctant readers and learners have become more confident and eager to participate because they can access materials that meet their unique learning needs and challenge them at their level. \r\n\r\nYour support has helped create a classroom where students are motivated, engaged, and excited to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1746457916509,"projectUrl":"project/summer-reading-sunsation/9234815/","projectTitle":"Summer Reading Sunsation!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davenport","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3923149_orig.jpg?crop=1158,1158,x0,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660496052119","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3923149"},{"teacherId":9312022,"projectId":9855491,"letterContent":"Due to your immense generosity, \"Scoot, Toss, Hop: Building an Inclusive Gym for All\" has made an incredible impact on my students and our physical education classes. As soon as I got this equipment into the hands of my children, I was amazed by how enthusiastic they became about practicing and learning new things. It was incredibly rewarding to see some of my typically shy students join other peers in class with a big smile on their face and take part in every aspect of the activity. Overall, thanks to the equipment, children feel like they are included and appreciated, as well as capable enough to do everything.\r\n\r\nThese resources have been used in the gym every day as part of different skill stations, team building, cooperation, and movements' practice. Children have been scooting, tossing, hopping, and balancing to develop both physically and socially. With such a variety of toys, I can provide them with differentiated instruction to help those with different abilities feel good and be successful in their activities. They are not sitting still, feeling disappointed; instead, they are actively participating and having fun doing this.\r\n\r\nIn the future, I would like to create lessons around cooperation, inclusion, coordination, and physical literacy practices. My students become friendlier toward each other and more ready to support classmates that need encouragement in developing particular skills. I believe that because of you, my children learn to value belonging and work hard to reach their goals. Thank you for being an inspiration and supporting the creation of positive experiences in physical education!","fullyFundedDate":1769646301794,"projectUrl":"project/scoot-toss-hop-building-an-inclusive/9855491/","projectTitle":"Scoot, Toss, Hop: Building an Inclusive Gym for All","teacherDisplayName":"Coach T Grimes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9312022_orig.jpg?crop=1503,1504,x0,y345&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722905936631","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9312022"},{"teacherId":7582858,"projectId":10208081,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping me with this project! I am glad to say that not only was I able to offset the costs of back to school for my students (where normally it's close to $140/student and instead it was only $45/student), but it also meant that I had extra materials on hand when the rosters adjusted after the first few days of school. Having supplies on hand for the 3 new students we had the first day they came meant they felt prepared and ready to get to know peers and start learning rather than feel like \"the new kid.\"","fullyFundedDate":1778769287548,"projectUrl":"project/fully-stocked-school-supplies/10208081/","projectTitle":"Fully Stocked School Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Musgrove","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7582858_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742127507604","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-musgrove"},{"teacherId":8566279,"projectId":10141939,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our Garfield book project! The students and I really look forward to this day each year, as Garfield continues to be a winning hit! Their excitement is priceless when I surprise them with their end of the year gift, and the books give the students comical, reading material for the hot and humid summer break! Literacy is so important to continue beyond school hours, so the books help to encourage that continued education. They also loved the variety of Garfield books this year, with the hopes that they can switch with each other over the summer to read another version. Thank you again to the Rise Up Foundation, where Reading is Alanezing!","fullyFundedDate":1773858309609,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-love-of-garfield-part-3/10141939/","projectTitle":"For the Love of Garfield, part 3!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Stroy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8566279_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659546749281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/tstroy"},{"teacherId":7582858,"projectId":10136742,"letterContent":"Thank you for sharing the love for books with my students! They each have already pored over the titles and begun reading in our downtime after testing, and it has made my heart so gladdened to see their excitement! They were excited to see specific books that they've been mentioning wanting to read as I opened the packages. Their joy for literature and reading is one of the most profoundly rewarding aspects of teaching. 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