{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lakeland Elementary Middle School 12","outOfStateSupporters":46.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9240325,"projectId":9644662,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in support of this project! The technology that this project sponsored has already made a huge difference in my classroom. Your donation has helped create an environment where foundational math concepts and literacy lessons are now visible, accessible, and engaging! I am able to display graphic organizers, videos, virtual manipulatives, and visuals which students can interact with directly. I can edit materials in real time to adapt to student needs or provide additional supports for multilingual learners. In math, I am able to quickly adjust word problems to make them more relevant to my students lives; the students light up when they read a problem about their pets or favorite activities displayed on the screen. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for investing in the success and growth of my wonderful second grade students. I truly cannot thank you enough.","fullyFundedDate":1757018111430,"projectUrl":"project/learning-on-display-technology-to-suppo/9644662/","projectTitle":"Learning on Display! Technology to Support 2nd Grade Special Education","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Grasso","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9240325_orig.jpg?crop=200,200,x0,y1&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756779806926","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9240325"},{"teacherId":3546718,"projectId":9783022,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to our DonorsChoose project. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our school, and I'm excited to share the wonderful impact these new resources are already having on my students.\r\n\r\nWe began using the kindness cards and Emotion Friends immediately, and they have quickly become essential tools in both our small-group sessions and classroom SEL lessons. Because October is Bullying Awareness Month, these resources arrived at the perfect time. In one small group, a student selected a kindness card that encouraged them to \"write a reminder of something you are good at and place it somewhere you will see every day.\" This simple prompt created a thoughtful conversation about self-kindness and positive self-talk—an important reminder for all of us.\r\n\r\nThe homeroom teacher also incorporated the cards into whole-class SEL lessons. Each day, the class drew a card together, brainstormed ways to put the message into action, and encouraged one another to try them out. At the end of the month, every student wrote down one way they could show kindness on an orange slip of paper. These slips were connected to create a long and meaningful Kindness Chain—a visual reminder of the positive actions they can take in our school community.\r\n\r\nThe Emotion Friends have been equally impactful. Students love \"checking in\" with them at the beginning and end of our small-group sessions. They enjoy selecting the character that reflects how they're feeling and later sharing which coping strategies helped them move from their first chosen emotion to their ending one. This routine has sparked deeper reflection and has helped students recognize the strategies that best support their emotional well-being.\r\n\r\nNext, we plan to continue building on these lessons by teaching students how to apply these skills beyond the classroom—during peer interactions, challenging moments, and throughout their school day. The kindness cards and emotion tools will remain part of our regular SEL routines as students learn to communicate their feelings, support one another, and strengthen their coping strategies.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students an opportunity to grow not just academically, but socially and emotionally. Thank you for giving them the tools to better understand themselves and the world around them. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1760536871320,"projectUrl":"project/small-acts-big-impact-teaching-kids-to/9783022/","projectTitle":"Small Acts, Big Impact: Teaching Kids to Care","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gillin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3546718_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y240&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699578237088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3546718"},{"teacherId":6710458,"projectId":7396395,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, every single one of our kindergarteners now has their own set of pencils, erasers, and crayons at their fingertips. The change was immediate and visible—no more waiting for supplies to be passed around, no more frustration when a crayon box runs out mid-project. Our students walk into the classroom each morning and confidently grab their materials, ready to dive into their work. This simple access has transformed our daily routine, allowing us to spend more time learning and less time managing resources.\r\nThe impact on their learning has been remarkable. Students who were hesitant to write are now eagerly practicing their letters and names, knowing they can erase and try again without judgment. During art time, the classroom buzzes with creativity as kids experiment with color combinations and share their work with pride. We've seen significant growth in fine motor skills as students use their pencils daily for writing, tracing, and drawing. Even more importantly, we've watched their confidence soar—they're taking risks, making mistakes, and trying again because they have the tools they need to succeed.\r\nYour support has given our kindergarteners something invaluable: the message that they matter and that their education is worth investing in. These supplies will carry them through the entire school year, supporting countless learning moments, creative projects, and developmental milestones. Thank you for believing in our students and for helping us create a classroom where every child has what they need to learn, grow, and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1694712318776,"projectUrl":"project/writing-materials-for-kindergarten/7396395/","projectTitle":"Writing Materials for Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ilina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6710458_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651190789687","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6710458"},{"teacherId":3413234,"projectId":9595768,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my second graders were able to bring science to life, literally! The excitement on their faces when they first saw the bags of soil, jars, gravel, and little plants was priceless. Many of my students had never planted anything before, so the idea of building their very own mini terrarium was both thrilling and new. They eagerly rolled up their sleeves, touched the soil with their hands, and carefully layered their jars, each one unique, just like them.\r\n\r\nSince completing their terrariums, my students have taken great pride in caring for their plants. Every morning, they share updates like, \"Mine is growing taller!\" or \"I moved mine to a sunny window and it loves it there!\" It has sparked daily conversations about plant care, sunlight, and water cycles, concepts that are now meaningful because they can see them happening right before their eyes. Many have even brought in pictures to show how their terrariums look at home and how proud their parents are.\r\n\r\nThis project has inspired curiosity, responsibility, and a deeper connection to nature. It's amazing to watch my students develop a sense of ownership and environmental awareness through something they built themselves. Next, we plan to connect this experience to lessons on ecosystems and sustainability—showing students how even a small \"world in a jar\" can teach big lessons about caring for our planet.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and making hands-on learning possible. You didn't just fund a project, you helped grow a love for science that will continue to bloom! 🌱","fullyFundedDate":1757797076477,"projectUrl":"project/little-worlds-big-lessons-second-grade/9595768/","projectTitle":"Little Worlds, Big Lessons: Second Grade Terrarium Builders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lisa Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3413234_orig.jpg?crop=1709,1709,x0,y193&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568304305478","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisal-jones"},{"teacherId":3546718,"projectId":9313150,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Managing Our Emotions: We Got This!\" Your generosity has made such a meaningful difference for my students.\r\n\r\nMy 1st grade Self-Esteem small group especially loved choosing a daily affirmation and sharing it with their classmates. It was incredible to watch them stand a little taller and smile with pride as they spoke their affirmations aloud.\r\n\r\nThe door signs you helped provide have been such a gift—students now walk into my office knowing that their emotions are valid and that this is a safe space where they are free to express and discuss them. It has truly created a welcoming environment for every child.\r\n\r\nThe visuals have also been a huge hit. Many of my students struggle to find the right words to explain how they are feeling, and these tools gave them the confidence to point, share, and begin those important conversations. You've given them the resources to better understand and manage their emotions, and that is something they will carry with them far beyond our sessions.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and helping them build self-esteem, confidence, and emotional awareness. We are so grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1746787182272,"projectUrl":"project/managing-our-emotions-we-got-this/9313150/","projectTitle":"Managing Our Emotions: We Got This","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gillin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3546718_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y240&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699578237088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3546718"},{"teacherId":9171197,"projectId":9335367,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project. As an Early Career Teacher, I am still finding my footing and do not have all the materials that my students need. I am so grateful that you donated and were able to provide students with the technology they needed to find joy in learning!!\r\n\r\nThese headphones allowed students to engage in multiple reading apps that prepared them for state testing season! They were super excited to try them out and have access to new applications they were not able to use before. \r\n\r\nAgain, I truly appreciate your help and collaboration on this project. You have helped make a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1746917175250,"projectUrl":"project/hearing-heroes/9335367/","projectTitle":"Hearing Heroes","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Milly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9171197"},{"teacherId":10040316,"projectId":9369907,"letterContent":"We recently celebrated our Pre-K students moving up to Kindergarten with a special end-of-year field day. The day was filled with water activities, bubbles, popcorn, cotton candy, music, and even Rita's! Thanks to your generosity, we were able to send each student home with a colorful gift bag filled with stickers, crayons, mini notebooks, bubble wands, and more. These thoughtful supplies turned the celebration into an unforgettable sendoff and gave our students something meaningful to take home.\r\n\r\nThe children were so excited when they received their gift bags—their faces lit up with joy as they discovered the colorful goodies inside. Many of them immediately began decorating their water bottles with stickers, drawing in their notebooks, or blowing bubbles with friends. It was such a special moment to see their excitement and pride in having something that was just for them.\r\n\r\nAs our young learners transition into Kindergarten, these items will help them carry the joy of Pre-K into the summer. The notebooks encourage early writing and storytelling, the crayons allow them to explore their creativity, and the stickers and bubbles remind them that learning can be fun. Your support helped us close the school year with celebration and positivity, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1747864013184,"projectUrl":"project/good-bye-prek-hello-summer/9369907/","projectTitle":"Good-bye PreK, Hello Summer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Julian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10040316"},{"teacherId":3413234,"projectId":9207923,"letterContent":"Using Snap Circuits in my 6th grade classroom has transformed the way my students engage with science and engineering concepts. These hands-on kits allowed my students to explore electricity and circuitry in a fun, interactive way, moving beyond abstract theory into tangible experience. With Snap Circuits, my students were easily able to assemble and test circuits, seeing immediate results from their designs.\r\n\r\nThe impact is noticeable in multiple ways. First, the student engagement soared! They were excited to experiment, problem-solve, and test their ideas. Second, Snap Circuits nurture critical thinking and collaboration, as students work in pairs or small groups to build circuits and troubleshoot challenges. Third, the kits provide a safe and accessible way for students to learn about electrical components, switches, resistors, and more, building foundational STEM knowledge that will support future learning.\r\n\r\nOverall, Snap Circuits brought science to life in my classroom, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and confidence while helping them develop practical skills in engineering and problem-solving. Thank you again for funding this project.","fullyFundedDate":1746718225020,"projectUrl":"project/spark-a-love-for-stem-with-electronic-s/9207923/","projectTitle":"Spark a Love for STEM with Electronic Snap Circuits!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lisa Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3413234_orig.jpg?crop=1709,1709,x0,y193&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568304305478","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisal-jones"},{"teacherId":3413234,"projectId":9109544,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding this project. Using this document camera in my classroom greatly enhanced student engagement. I can project documents, student work, or experiments in real time so that every student can clearly see details they might otherwise miss. This allows me to make abstract concepts concrete by showing step-by-step processes, whether I'm solving a math problem, dissecting a plant, or annotating a text.\r\n\r\nI've also had students share their own work with the class, which encourages discussion, peer feedback, and a sense of pride in their learning. With a document camera, it has allowed me to provide immediate feedback on assignments, helping students understand mistakes and learn in the moment.\r\n\r\nWhether I'm demonstrating a hydroponics setup, a science experiment, a craft project, or a written assignment, the camera makes my lessons dynamic and interactive. It also helps engage students who are visual learners, ELL students, and those who need more concrete examples.\r\n\r\nOverall, the document camera has transformed my lessons into interactive, student-centered experiences, keeping students curious, involved, and actively participating in their learning. I can't thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1739575284417,"projectUrl":"project/picture-perfect-learning/9109544/","projectTitle":"Picture Perfect Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lisa Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3413234_orig.jpg?crop=1709,1709,x0,y193&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568304305478","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisal-jones"},{"teacherId":3413234,"projectId":9077253,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project. The power tower ensures that all student devices, laptops, tablets, or other rechargeable tools can be charged simultaneously. This reduces disruptions caused by low battery issues.\r\n\r\nStudents know exactly where to plug in devices, which minimizes clutter and tangled cords in the classroom. Our classroom uses technology consistently; tablets, coding kits, 3D printers, and robotics. Having a power tower ensures devices are ready when needed, supporting inquiry-based and project-based learning.\r\n\r\nThe power tower transformed my classroom into a more organized, safe, and tech-ready environment, enhancing both teaching efficiency and student engagement. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1738936747374,"projectUrl":"project/tower-the-empowers/9077253/","projectTitle":"Tower the Empowers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lisa Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3413234_orig.jpg?crop=1709,1709,x0,y193&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1568304305478","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisal-jones"},{"teacherId":6710458,"projectId":7396044,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generous support of our \"Igniting Young Minds\" project! The dry erase markers and laminating sheets you helped us get have completely changed how my students approach learning.\r\nYou should have seen their faces when they realized they could actually write on our new laminated materials and then erase everything to start fresh. The excitement was immediate and genuine. No more crumpled up papers or frustrated sighs when they made a mistake - now they just grab an eraser and keep going.\r\nWe're using these supplies for everything from math practice sheets to handwriting exercises to geography activities. I've laminated worksheets, maps, and even some of our favorite games. The kids love that they can try problems over and over without wasting paper, and honestly, it's made my life easier too since I'm not constantly making copies.\r\nWhat really gets me is watching how much more willing they are to take risks with their learning. When you know you can easily fix a mistake, you're way more likely to give something a shot. That confidence boost has been incredible to witness.\r\nThese simple materials have made such a big difference in creating an environment where kids feel safe to experiment and learn from their mistakes. Thank you for helping me give my students the tools they need to succeed and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1684863330520,"projectUrl":"project/igniting-young-minds-dry-erase-markers/7396044/","projectTitle":"Igniting Young Minds: Dry Erase Markers and Laminating Sheets","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ilina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6710458_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651190789687","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6710458"},{"teacherId":6710458,"projectId":8688828,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our kindergarten classroom now has a beautiful new learning rug that has completely transformed our daily experience! Your donations allowed us to purchase a high-quality educational carpet that serves as the heart of our classroom community.\r\n\r\nKids absolutely love it. They spend so much time on it during the day, learning and having fun.\r\n\r\nThis rug will serve hundreds of children over the years to come, creating countless learning moments. From all of us - teachers, students, and families - thank you for believing in the power of a nurturing learning environment. 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