{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Renew Schaumburg Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":57.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8564153,"projectId":9483257,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of you, my students now have access to essential math supplies, including markers, manipulatives, and even cleaning slippers to help us maintain a safe and organized learning environment. These resources have already made a meaningful difference in how we learn each day. We are using the markers during small group instruction and math stations, where students are solving problems, showing their work, and explaining their thinking in more interactive and engaging ways.\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate and genuine. They were eager to use everything and took great pride in having tools that belong to them as learners. Something as simple as having their own materials has increased their confidence and participation. I saw students who are usually hesitant become more willing to try, make mistakes, and keep going. It truly created a moment where they felt supported and valued.\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these resources to strengthen our math skills through hands-on activities, collaborative learning, and problem-solving projects. Our next steps include deeper work in small groups and applying our learning to real-world math situations. Your support has not only provided supplies but has also helped create a more engaging, structured, and positive classroom environment. 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Your support has made a meaningful impact on how our students experience science and explore the world around them.\r\n\r\nWith the binoculars, our students are now able to observe birds, trees, and distant objects in greater detail, sparking curiosity and encouraging them to ask thoughtful questions about nature and their environment. The magnifying glasses have transformed simple classroom activities into.","fullyFundedDate":1761917266667,"projectUrl":"project/seeds-sprouts-and-science/9833308/","projectTitle":"Seeds, Sprouts, and Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Martello","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5624401"},{"teacherId":9806587,"projectId":9793836,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution! You have made my student's experience in band far more educational by providing us with stands. This allows our musicians to read music while they play, especially when we have so many instruments playing different parts. These materials have also encouraged our young music makers to practice more. \r\n\r\nOur band was so surprised and excited when they first saw your donation! We do not have a lot of materials at my school, but we have a lot of spirit. These young musicians have been using these stands constantly since they arrived and we could not be more grateful for you making this possible. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping keep music education alive!","fullyFundedDate":1760693716385,"projectUrl":"project/our-band-needs-stands/9793836/","projectTitle":"Our Band Needs Stands!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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This allows them to participate in our school wide events without the stress. \r\n\r\nThis donation has been incredibly impactful for our students and we cannot thank you enough for your contribution!\r\n\r\nWarmly,","fullyFundedDate":1758636707830,"projectUrl":"project/harmony-through-headphones/9594064/","projectTitle":"Harmony Through Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9806587_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730739408060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806587"},{"teacherId":9806587,"projectId":9403361,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making this project possible! My students are now able to learn the xylophones. We have already learned some songs, with many more to go. \r\n\r\nHaving hands on music making activities is so enriching for our young scholars. They are able to engage directly with music making, improve their fine motor skills, and develop a sense of confidence. Thank you so much for making this possible and for bringing music to life in New Orleans! My students and I cannot express our gratitude enough.","fullyFundedDate":1752586433109,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-hit-the-right-notes/9403361/","projectTitle":"Help Me Hit the Right Notes!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9806587_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730739408060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806587"},{"teacherId":9806587,"projectId":9403335,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me expose my students to the joys of reading! We have already read so many of these books and my students love it! We do daily read alouds at school, which my students greatly look forward to. They are so excited each day to read. \r\n\r\nYou have helped spark a love of reading! The gift of literature is truly priceless for my students. I cannot thank you enough. My students have learned so much about Black history and traditions, Louisiana culture, and themes of love and community. Thank you so much for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1752111203270,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-and-books/9403335/","projectTitle":"Books, Books, and Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9806587_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730739408060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806587"},{"teacherId":9806587,"projectId":9171206,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! My students often do not have access to the essential learning materials they need to be successful - paper and pencils. You helped this become a reality and helped a multitude of students access learning. Thank you so much for investing in the next generation and giving them the supplies they need to be successful. \r\n\r\nThis would not have been possible without your generosity and my students and I could not be more grateful. Thank you so much from the Big Easy!","fullyFundedDate":1746785367550,"projectUrl":"project/paper-and-pencils-for-the-cutest-2nd-gra/9171206/","projectTitle":"Paper and Pencils for the Cutest 2nd Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9806587_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730739408060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806587"},{"teacherId":9806587,"projectId":9367563,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! My students are immensely grateful for the opportunity to make music come to life. We are now able to make music in ways they have never heard or experienced before. My students are able to have hands on learning experiences due to your generosity. \r\n\r\nMy students were so happy when they saw the instruments for the first time, they could barely contain their excitement! My students do not often get opportunities like this, so your donation was especially meaningful. Thank you so much for sharing the love of music!","fullyFundedDate":1752586449716,"projectUrl":"project/instruments-needed-to-make-some-noise-in/9367563/","projectTitle":"Instruments Needed to Make Some Noise in the Big Easy!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. Weber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9806587_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730739408060","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9806587"},{"teacherId":9806587,"projectId":9403371,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation! My students were elated when they saw the new instruments for the first time - their excitement was palpable! We are now able to make music in ways they have never experienced before. They are learning responsibility in taking care of their items, gratitude in receiving them, and the power and beauty of making music. \r\n\r\nThis would not have been possible without your generosity! My students and I truly cannot thank you enough. We would not have the learning materials we need to bring music to life without your help. \r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible!!","fullyFundedDate":1752586433292,"projectUrl":"project/treble-in-the-classroomwe-need-xylophon/9403371/","projectTitle":"Treble in the Classroom—We Need Xylophones!","teacherDisplayName":"Mx. 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