{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Graceland Park/O'Donnell Heights Elementary/Middle","outOfStateSupporters":46.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3704797,"projectId":9374927,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! Your generous contribution will help bring new math small group activities and a literacy center management chart to our Kindergarten classroom.\r\n\r\nMath small group activities are so important because they give students a supportive environment to learn, practice, and receive feedback. Working in small groups helps students build confidence and stay engaged as they talk about math, learn from one another, and take risks in their thinking. These materials will allow me to differentiate instruction so that every child can grow at their own pace.\r\n\r\nThe literacy center management chart will be a wonderful tool for organizing our independent reading and writing centers. It will help students know exactly where they should be, allowing for smoother transitions and more meaningful learning time.\r\n\r\nYour kindness will make a real difference in our daily learning. My students and I are so grateful for your generosity and belief in the power of hands on learning.","fullyFundedDate":1750382967037,"projectUrl":"project/kinder-mathers/9374927/","projectTitle":"Kinder Math(ers)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3704797_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469751353006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/starvingstudents"},{"teacherId":9380262,"projectId":9520277,"letterContent":"In addition to supplies provided by my other donors shoes project the supplies provided in this project were able to help me create an inclusive classroom for all. It has also allowed me to supply materials necessary for in class and at home projects that students engage with in their learning within my classroom setting. Funny story I have students from last year that come in my room from time to time and say \"your room is so nice now you've never had all the supplies when we were in fourth grade.\" Thanks to you. These comments are possible.","fullyFundedDate":1754339857998,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/9520277/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nettleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9380262"},{"teacherId":9928396,"projectId":9123944,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support toward my classroom project. Your contribution has brought great improvement to our learning environment, especially in our 6th Grade Math lessons. With the printer, we are now able to create colorful manipulatives, visual aids, and charts that help students clearly understand concepts such as fractions, ratios, decimals, and geometry. These printed resources are posted around the classroom, serving as helpful reminders and references as students work through challenging Math tasks.\r\n\r\nThe tablet has also been a valuable addition to our instruction. It allows us to incorporate interactive activities, math apps, and digital review games that greatly enhance student engagement and collaboration. The students are always excited when they get to use it, and it makes learning more meaningful and accessible for different learners.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful for how it continues to support our daily learning. Thank you for investing in our classroom and in our students' educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1746785593570,"projectUrl":"project/ms-albas-6th-grade-math-project/9123944/","projectTitle":"Ms. Alba's 6th Grade Math Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alba","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9928396_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753238240251","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9928396"},{"teacherId":3704797,"projectId":9374142,"letterContent":"When the new storage cart arrived, my students were so excited to see how all of their book bins now had a \"home.\" They loved helping to place the leveled books into the bins and quickly learned how to use the checkout chart to borrow and return books. What was once a messy pile of books has now turned into an organized and inviting library space, and the students are proud to keep it that way. One special moment was when a student said, \"Now I can find my favorite book fast!\"—showing just how much this project has already impacted their independence and love of reading.\r\n\r\nThe cart has become a big part of our daily literacy centers. Students know exactly where to go to find the books they need, and they are gaining responsibility by putting materials back in the right place. This organization has allowed me to focus more on small group instruction, since students are able to access and return their books without extra help. Our classroom feels calmer and more welcoming, which makes a big difference for young learners.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we'll continue to use the cart and chart to support our reading routines and even expand into partner reading and book checkout for home use. Thanks to your generosity, my students not only have access to books but also the tools to take ownership of their learning and classroom environment. Your support has created a space that truly encourages both independence and a love for reading!","fullyFundedDate":1749408307109,"projectUrl":"project/kinder-mobile-cart-and-chart/9374142/","projectTitle":"Kinder Mobile Cart and Chart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3704797_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469751353006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/starvingstudents"},{"teacherId":3704797,"projectId":9228927,"letterContent":"When our classroom library arrived, my students' faces lit up with excitement. The moment they saw all the colorful new books, they rushed to pick them up and explore. Many of them were thrilled to recognize characters they already love, while others discovered brand-new favorites. These books have quickly become a part of our daily routines—whether during independent reading time, small group lessons, or when students simply want to curl up with a good story.\r\n\r\nHaving such a wide variety of leveled readers has truly made a difference. During guided reading groups, I am able to provide each student with texts that match their reading ability, which helps them feel successful and motivated. Students who once hesitated to read are now more confident because the stories are just right for them. One special moment was watching a student proudly read a book on their own for the first time—something made possible because of the right book being available at the right level.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for us are to keep building reading stamina and confidence. We are beginning to use these books for partner reading activities, where students practice fluency and comprehension skills together. As my kindergarteners grow into stronger readers, these books will continue to challenge and inspire them. Your generous support has created a joyful space for reading in our classroom, and it's a gift that will impact my students far beyond this school year.","fullyFundedDate":1746787316350,"projectUrl":"project/kinder-readers/9228927/","projectTitle":"Kinder Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3704797_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469751353006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/starvingstudents"},{"teacherId":3704797,"projectId":9103761,"letterContent":"When our new floor cushions arrived, my students could hardly wait to try them out. The excitement in the room was contagious as they eagerly chose their spots and settled in for our first group lesson on the carpet. Having their own cushion gave them a sense of ownership and independence, and it was heartwarming to see how quickly they embraced the flexibility to move their seating for whole group discussions, partner work, or quiet reading time.\r\n\r\nThese cushions have already transformed the way we learn together. Instead of worrying about being too crowded or uncomfortable, my students can now spread out safely and focus fully on the lesson. One of my favorite moments so far was during a small group reading activity—students naturally grabbed their cushions, formed a circle, and dove right into the story with so much enthusiasm. That simple act of choice made them more engaged and eager to participate.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, my students now have a safe and comfortable way to collaborate and learn. As we continue through the year, the cushions will support everything from group projects to morning meetings to mindfulness moments. Your contribution has not only provided a resource—we've gained a classroom tool that fosters independence, community, and joy in learning every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1746721709972,"projectUrl":"project/cushy-kinder/9103761/","projectTitle":"Cushy Kinder","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3704797_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469751353006","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/starvingstudents"},{"teacherId":1577641,"projectId":8022517,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating! My students love to \"check out\" books from my personal library. One of their favorite genres is graphic novels. This project provided more than 35 new graphic novels to my library. I have found that some struggling readers will choose to read graphic novels because they think that they are \"easier.\" That is really not the case but it gets them into reading and I am here for that!\r\nIt has been really awesome to see students finish book after book and keep coming back for more. Thanks again for your donation, my students are truly appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1699827761234,"projectUrl":"project/we-love-graphic-novels/8022517/","projectTitle":"We Love Graphic Novels!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Rosenkrans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1577641_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1546097264432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amy-rosenkrans"},{"teacherId":1577641,"projectId":8028285,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! It enabled my students the opportunity to use diverse ways to share their learning. They absolutely love to create visual representation of their learning through clay and legos. Both tools have also served as an incentive to complete their work on time and correctly. They are constantly asking me to \"get out the legos.\" I love that they chose to something other than laptops and devices for their unstructured time. Thanks again for donating- my students are truly appreciative!","fullyFundedDate":1700865093722,"projectUrl":"project/creative-and-fun-ways-to-share-knowledge/8028285/","projectTitle":"Creative and Fun Ways to Share Knowledge","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Rosenkrans","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1577641_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1546097264432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amy-rosenkrans"},{"teacherId":9380262,"projectId":9506110,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contribution to my classroom because of these new classroom supplies. My students have been able to engage in numerous project-based learning activities. One of the big ones we just completed was the creation of Native American traditional homes for a whole school display. Thanks to the supplies for this project. I was able to have students create a class collective Native American village, as well as I was able to give student supplies who did not have access to Two supplies at home further at home portion of the project.","fullyFundedDate":1753909921961,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-refresh/9506110/","projectTitle":"Classroom Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nettleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9380262"},{"teacherId":9369756,"projectId":9041792,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of the math games and manipulative! My students were so excited opening these packages and seeing all the fun math materials. My students loved playing multiplication and fraction war! It was motivating and encouraging to them to learn multiplication and fractions in a hands on and engaging way. \r\n\r\nStudents were so surprised and excited to see new classroom materials from outside of the curriculum. \r\n\r\nNext school year, I am working with our primary learners who are primarily autistic and multilingual learners. I am so excited for this new adventure!","fullyFundedDate":1739369984755,"projectUrl":"project/math-magic-building-confidence-through/9041792/","projectTitle":"Math Magic: Building Confidence Through Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Iaquinto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9369756_orig.jpg?crop=668,668,x0,y6&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700068653830","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-iaquinto"},{"teacherId":5412670,"projectId":9106784,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to share the incredible impact your generous support has made on our students through a simple yet powerful tool: card and board games.\r\n\r\nIn our culturally diverse middle school, fostering meaningful relationships and life skills is at the heart of what we do. Thanks to your contribution, we have been able to provide students with a wide variety of card and board games that are doing far more than entertaining them during free time — they are transforming the way our students connect, learn, and grow.\r\n\r\nHere's how your support is making a difference:\r\n\r\nBridging Cultural Gaps & Building Relationships:\r\nGames create a shared space where students from different backgrounds come together, learn about each other's cultures, and form lasting friendships. This cultural togetherness promotes inclusivity and strengthens our school community.\r\n\r\nEnhancing Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving:\r\nThrough strategic gameplay, students are developing essential skills like critical thinking, planning, and adapting to challenges — skills that are vital for their academic and personal success.\r\n\r\nBoosting Self-Esteem & Confidence:\r\nEvery game provides an opportunity for students to experience success, learn from mistakes, and build confidence in their abilities. For students who may struggle with language or social barriers, this is a priceless gift.\r\n\r\nPromoting Healthy Competition & Sportsmanship:\r\nStudents are learning the values of fair play, respect, and emotional resilience. Winning and losing become opportunities to practice empathy, patience, and good sportsmanship.\r\n\r\nSupporting Social and Emotional Learning (SEL):\r\nBeyond academic growth, these games are helping students develop emotional intelligence — learning teamwork, communication, and conflict resolution in a fun, interactive way.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, these simple tools are enriching the lives of our students every day, fostering a welcoming, respectful, and stimulating environment where every child feels valued and included.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our students, staff, and families, thank you for investing in the power of play to build stronger minds and kinder hearts. Your generosity is truly shaping the future of our diverse school community.","fullyFundedDate":1739369982553,"projectUrl":"project/its-too-cold-to-play-outside/9106784/","projectTitle":"It’s Too Cold to Play Outside","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5412670_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739154786553","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5412670"},{"teacherId":9369756,"projectId":8838882,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! The decodable books you provided have become an essential part of our daily reading routine and are truly helping my students grow into confident, capable readers.\r\n\r\nAs a special education teacher, I focus on explicitly teaching foundational reading skills. These decodable texts give my students the opportunity to practice specific phonics patterns and apply strategies we've learned—like blending sounds, recognizing digraphs, and decoding multisyllabic words. Because the books are carefully aligned to what we're learning, my students are experiencing success and building fluency with each read.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is joyful, hands-on, and full of movement and celebration. We read out loud together, support one another with unfamiliar words, and talk about what we've read. These books have helped shift reading from something that once felt frustrating to something students now look forward to.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have proudly told me they can read fluently now—something they couldn't do at the beginning of the year. One even said, \"I can read this whole book without help!\" These moments are a direct result of your support.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making a difference in our classroom. 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