{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"H.B. Lawrence Community School","outOfStateSupporters":22.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10000802,"projectId":9924724,"letterContent":"My students were beyond excited when the new resources arrived! The moment they walked into the classroom and saw the colorful rugs, sensory tools, flexible seating options, and new classroom materials, their faces lit up with joy. Many of my students immediately felt more comfortable, calm, and ready to learn. Some students who usually struggle with focus or anxiety were eager to participate and engage in classroom activities using the sensory fidgets and seating accommodations.\r\n\r\nOne special moment happened during our small group reading rotations. A student who often has difficulty sitting for long periods was able to stay engaged and complete the activity while using a wobble seat and sensory tools. Another student proudly shared that the classroom \"felt happy and safe.\" These resources are helping create a welcoming environment where all students feel supported and included.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using the materials during literacy centers, social-emotional learning activities, and independent work time. The colorful décor and rugs have helped make our classroom feel inviting and organized, while the batteries and classroom supplies keep our learning tools ready each day.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for our students include continuing to build independence, confidence, and focus during hands-on learning activities. We will be using these resources during reading groups, math stations, calming breaks, and collaborative classroom projects. My students are learning not only academic skills, but also how to regulate emotions, work together, and feel confident in their abilities.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom. 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Some students who usually struggle with focus or anxiety were eager to participate and engage in classroom activities using the sensory fidgets and seating accommodations.\r\n\r\nOne special moment happened during our small group reading rotations. A student who often has difficulty sitting for long periods was able to stay engaged and complete the activity while using a wobble seat and sensory tools. Another student proudly shared that the classroom \"felt happy and safe.\" These resources are helping create a welcoming environment where all students feel supported and included.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using the materials during literacy centers, social-emotional learning activities, and independent work time. The colorful décor and rugs have helped make our classroom feel inviting and organized, while the batteries and classroom supplies keep our learning tools ready each day.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for our students include continuing to build independence, confidence, and focus during hands-on learning activities. We will be using these resources during reading groups, math stations, calming breaks, and collaborative classroom projects. My students are learning not only academic skills, but also how to regulate emotions, work together, and feel confident in their abilities.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom. Your generosity is helping create a positive and supportive learning space where every child can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1774460420128,"projectUrl":"project/popping-into-summer/10165031/","projectTitle":"Popping Into Summer","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10000802_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754488411319","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10000802"},{"teacherId":10000802,"projectId":10186592,"letterContent":"My students were beyond excited when the new resources arrived! The moment they walked into the classroom and saw the colorful rugs, sensory tools, flexible seating options, and new classroom materials, their faces lit up with joy. Many of my students immediately felt more comfortable, calm, and ready to learn. 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The colorful décor and rugs have helped make our classroom feel inviting and organized, while the batteries and classroom supplies keep our learning tools ready each day.\r\n\r\nThe next steps for our students include continuing to build independence, confidence, and focus during hands-on learning activities. We will be using these resources during reading groups, math stations, calming breaks, and collaborative classroom projects. My students are learning not only academic skills, but also how to regulate emotions, work together, and feel confident in their abilities.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom. 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It was such a special moment seeing them feel cared for and prepared for the colder weather.\r\n\r\nOne meaningful moment was when students helped each other put on their gloves and made sure everyone had what they needed. It turned into a lesson in kindness and community, which made it even more impactful than we imagined.\r\n\r\nThe items have already made a difference. Students are now more comfortable during outdoor activities like recess, and they are able to focus better in class without worrying about the cold.\r\n\r\nNext, we are continuing to build on our classroom community by connecting this experience to our lessons on caring and sharing. Students will be writing and drawing thank-you messages to show their appreciation and reflecting on how it feels to help others. 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One of my favorite moments was watching a small group collaborate during a character-study lesson—using the new books and tools to point out details, discuss traits, and build deeper understanding. It was incredible to see them so engaged and confident.\r\n\r\nThese resources have already transformed our daily routines. Students are using them for guided reading, independent practice, and small-group instruction, and the improvement in their focus and participation is noticeable. Many of my learners who usually struggle to express themselves were eager to share their ideas simply because the materials made the work accessible and exciting.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're diving into a new unit that strengthens reading comprehension and writing skills. With your support, my students now have everything they need to practice synthesizing information, exploring characters, and building stamina as readers and writers. Your generosity continues to make a real difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful for the positive impact you've brought into their learning each day.","fullyFundedDate":1756043499178,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-setup-and-student-success-supp/9617400/","projectTitle":"Classroom Setup and Student Success Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10000802_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754488411319","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10000802"},{"teacherId":10000802,"projectId":9628158,"letterContent":"When our new resources arrived, my students' faces absolutely lit up. They were so excited to explore everything, and their curiosity filled the room. We immediately put the materials to use in our literacy centers, where students rotated through hands-on reading and writing activities. One of my favorite moments was watching a small group collaborate during a character-study lesson—using the new books and tools to point out details, discuss traits, and build deeper understanding. It was incredible to see them so engaged and confident.\r\n\r\nThese resources have already transformed our daily routines. Students are using them for guided reading, independent practice, and small-group instruction, and the improvement in their focus and participation is noticeable. Many of my learners who usually struggle to express themselves were eager to share their ideas simply because the materials made the work accessible and exciting.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're diving into a new unit that strengthens reading comprehension and writing skills. With your support, my students now have everything they need to practice synthesizing information, exploring characters, and building stamina as readers and writers. Your generosity continues to make a real difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful for the positive impact you've brought into their learning each day.","fullyFundedDate":1755702348147,"projectUrl":"project/warm-classroom-environment/9628158/","projectTitle":"Warm Classroom Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. C","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10000802_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754488411319","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10000802"},{"teacherId":7708530,"projectId":8550432,"letterContent":"I want to thank you so much for your contribution to this project. Because of your generous donation, I was able to set up a classroom environment that accommodated the needs of my diverse students. I had a lot of students this year that had multiple sensory issues. We were able to modify instruction with the use of the letter tracing pads for those students and they absolutely loved them.\r\n\r\n The set up of the classroom environment truly sets the stage for learning and there were so many valuable resources that we received through this donation that helped us to achieve this. The letters, double sided tape, laminating sheets, cardstock are just a few of the staple items we received that was so helpful. It is truly a team effort to be able to provide students with the resources that they need to make learning engaging for our students. 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