{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Indian Orchard Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10176398,"projectId":10454453,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our third-grade classroom! Your kindness has helped provide my students with supplies and resources that will make a meaningful difference in their everyday learning experiences. I am so grateful for everyone who contributed to making this project possible!\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, our classroom now has a laptop charging cart to keep our technology organized and ready for learning, a pencil sharpener to make our school days run a little more smoothly, and indoor recess games that give students fun opportunities to play, socialize, and build friendships on rainy or cold days. Our new books will encourage a love of reading, while tissues and classroom snacks will help ensure students have some of the everyday essentials they need to feel comfortable, cared for, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThese resources may seem like small things, but they make a BIG difference in the lives of our students. Having the supplies they need allows students to focus on learning, explore new interests, and enjoy their time in the classroom. The snacks are especially meaningful because they help ensure students have something to keep them going throughout the school day.","fullyFundedDate":1787184324452,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies-superheros/10454453/","projectTitle":"School Supplies= Superhero’s","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mancuso","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10176398_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786198489085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10176398"},{"teacherId":10624495,"projectId":10533291,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping us create a classroom where every student feels safe, supported, and valued! Your generous donations have helped make our classroom a more welcoming and comfortable space where students can learn, grow, and feel confident in themselves. The floor chairs provide comfortable seating, while the weighted stuffed animals and social-emotional learning materials give students additional tools to help them feel calm, supported, and ready to learn. The classroom supplies also ensure that students have access to materials they need to be successful.\r\n\r\nFor our students, these donations mean so much more than classroom items. They show that others believe in them and want to see them succeed. Your kindness has helped us build a classroom community where students feel a sense of belonging and know they have people cheering them on. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom and in the lives of our students!","fullyFundedDate":1789571142156,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-5th-grade/10533291/","projectTitle":"First Year, 5th Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10624495_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788965837340","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10624495"},{"teacherId":10624495,"projectId":10686393,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of math and cursive workbooks for my fifth-grade classroom! These resources have made a meaningful difference in helping my students strengthen their academic skills and build confidence in their learning.\r\n\r\nThe math workbooks have been especially helpful in reinforcing multiplication and division skills, which are essential foundations for fifth-grade math. Through consistent practice, my students have been able to review important concepts, improve their accuracy, develop problem-solving strategies, and gain confidence when working through challenging problems. Having these additional resources allows students to practice skills at their own pace and revisit concepts as needed.\r\n\r\nThe cursive workbooks have also provided students with valuable opportunities to develop their handwriting, improve letter formation, and build fluency as they learn and practice cursive writing. These activities encourage patience, focus, and attention to detail.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students additional tools to practice, grow, and succeed in the classroom. I am so grateful for donors like you who invest in education and help provide students with the resources they need to reach their full potential. Thank you for making a positive difference in our fifth-grade classroom! ❤️📚","fullyFundedDate":1790776801635,"projectUrl":"project/back-to-basics/10686393/","projectTitle":"Back to Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10624495_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788965837340","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10624495"},{"teacherId":9523352,"projectId":9992009,"letterContent":"I would like to express my sheer gratititude for your contribution on this project. I am incredibly grateful to everyone who donated to help me support my fellow staff members and their classrooms. Your generosity allows our educators to have access to resources that make their classrooms more welcoming, engaging, and supportive places for our students to learn and grow.\r\n\r\nAs a school counselor, one of my favorite parts of my role is being able to support not only our students, but also the amazing staff members who show up for them every single day. Your donations help me provide teachers with materials and resources that make their classroom journeys a little easier and remind them that the work they do is seen, valued, and appreciated.\r\n\r\nThank you for choosing to invest in our school community. Your kindness reaches far beyond the items purchased—it supports our teachers, strengthens our classrooms, and ultimately makes a difference for every student who walks through our doors. We are so thankful to have you as part of our journey!","fullyFundedDate":1778105395325,"projectUrl":"project/chromebook-corner/9992009/","projectTitle":"Chromebook Corner!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Graves","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9523352"},{"teacherId":8682744,"projectId":10529904,"letterContent":"These donations will have a meaningful impact on our preschool students by helping us create a dramatic play area that feels like a real-life environment where children can learn through play.\r\n\r\nThe baby clothes will allow students to practice dressing and caring for the baby dolls. Through this type of pretend play, children can develop independence, fine motor skills, empathy, and nurturing behaviors while practicing everyday routines they see at home.\r\n\r\nThe community helper clothing will give students opportunities to dress up and explore different roles within their community. They can pretend to be doctors, firefighters, teachers, store workers, and other community helpers while learning about the important jobs people have in the world around them.\r\n\r\nOur cashier and store materials will make the dramatic play experience even more realistic. Students will be able to pretend to shop, work as a cashier, exchange play money, count items, take turns, and communicate with their classmates.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these materials will transform our dramatic play area into a hands-on learning environment. While the children may feel like they are simply playing, they will be building language, social-emotional, math, problem-solving, fine motor, and communication skills. These donations will give our students the opportunity to learn about real-life experiences in a fun, safe, and engaging way.","fullyFundedDate":1789603916014,"projectUrl":"project/dramatic-play-area/10529904/","projectTitle":"Dramatic Play Area","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8682744_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y173&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726250739381","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8682744"},{"teacherId":10536071,"projectId":10347265,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity and support. Because of your kindness, my students will have access to resources that will enrich their learning, encourage their growth, and help create a classroom where every child can thrive.\r\n\r\nAs a new teacher, it means so much to know that there are people who believe in investing in children and education. Your contribution is more than just a donation—it is an investment in my students' confidence, curiosity, and future. Your support will make a meaningful difference in their daily learning experiences, and I am truly grateful for your willingness to help make our classroom a place where every child has the opportunity to succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for helping turn this project into a reality. Your generosity and compassion are deeply appreciated, and we are incredibly thankful for your support.\r\n\r\nWith sincere gratitude,\r\n\r\nMacKenzie DeVries\r\nPLC Teacher","fullyFundedDate":1782694194940,"projectUrl":"project/new-beginnings-for-myself-and-my-learner/10347265/","projectTitle":"New Beginnings for Myself and My Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeVries","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10536071"},{"teacherId":9206950,"projectId":10242509,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our first grade classroom! Because of your donation, my students will have access to chair pockets, fidgets, and flexible seating that will help create a more organized, comfortable, and supportive learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe chair pockets will help students keep their learning materials organized and easily accessible, while also encouraging independence and responsibility. The fidgets and flexible seating will give students additional tools to help them stay comfortable, focused, and ready to learn throughout the school day. These resources will support the different learning and sensory needs of our young students and help create a classroom where everyone feels supported.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a meaningful difference in our classroom and helping my first graders have the tools and environment they need to learn, grow, and succeed. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their education!","fullyFundedDate":1785803725517,"projectUrl":"project/new-grade-new-materials/10242509/","projectTitle":"New Grade, New Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9206950_orig.png?crop=143,143,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777559216136","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9206950"},{"teacherId":9206950,"projectId":9342635,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when they first saw our new classroom supplies! Their faces lit up as they explored the materials and eagerly talked about all the ways we could use them. We are already using these resources every day to support learning, creativity, and independence. From writing and math activities to hands-on projects and collaborative learning, having the supplies we need helps every student fully participate and be successful.\r\n\r\nOne special moment has been watching students take ownership of the materials by learning how to use and care for them responsibly. As we continue through the school year, these supplies will support our reading, writing, math, and classroom projects while helping students build independence and confidence. Thank you to our generous donors for helping create a positive, engaging classroom where my students have the tools they need to learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1748297846659,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-20252026/9342635/","projectTitle":"Supplies for 2025/2026","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9206950_orig.png?crop=143,143,x0,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777559216136","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9206950"},{"teacherId":9041506,"projectId":9926938,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to my students and classroom. Students were extremely happy and grateful. The hats and gloves were extremely helpful to all of my students, but especially to those that walk to and from school. This past winter was a tough one for my walkers to get to school. Being able to give out hats and gloves to them kept them toasty when walking to and from school.\r\n\r\nA couple of favorite items were the floor seats, and the weighted animals. Every morning I would randomly choose student names and allow them to sit on a floor seat for the day or choose a weighted animal to sit with them. Once students realized that was a part of our morning routines, they began to get to school earlier so they didn't miss out on the selection time. \r\n\r\nThe floor seats allowed students to be closer to instruction and not be bound to sitting traditionally at a desk. They were able to stretch their legs and work comfortably. The weighted animals were so helpful to those students that had trouble with regulating their emotions. If another student was using the animal and seen someone else was in more need, they would share them which also helped build relationships. So thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1767369776966,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-cozy-winter-supplies/9926938/","projectTitle":"Clean and Cozy Winter Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Malley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9041506_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y230&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723483630057","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9041506"},{"teacherId":6566036,"projectId":10178571,"letterContent":"This project has truly been such a privilege to have funded. Receiving these materials before the end of the school year has allowed me to prepare for a smooth and successful start to the new school year as I get ready to welcome my next group of amazing students.\r\n\r\nI cannot wait to see my students walk into a classroom that is fully stocked, welcoming, and ready for them from the very first day. These supplies will become an important part of our daily learning, giving students the tools they need to learn, grow, stay engaged, and connect with our grade-level standards.\r\n\r\nHaving these materials prepared ahead of time also allows me to begin the school year feeling confident and ready to focus on what matters most—creating meaningful learning experiences and building a positive classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1778024331271,"projectUrl":"project/spring-refresh/10178571/","projectTitle":"Spring Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McSweeney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6566036"},{"teacherId":6566036,"projectId":10100080,"letterContent":"Thank you for believing in my classroom and providing my students with the opportunity to welcome new supplies this spring. My students are always so excited when we receive a delivery, and it truly creates a special sense of excitement in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboards quickly became an essential part of our daily learning. We used them every day during math and reading lessons, allowing students to actively participate, share their thinking, and demonstrate their understanding. It was wonderful to see how engaged and enthusiastic they were while using them.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful impact on our classroom. Thank you for supporting my students, investing in their education, and making me feel valued and appreciated as an educator and member of the DonorsChoose community. We are incredibly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1771342505258,"projectUrl":"project/spring-refresh/10100080/","projectTitle":"Spring Refresh!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McSweeney","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6566036"},{"teacherId":9206950,"projectId":9636943,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Because of your support, my students now have access to a laptop cart and computer mice that will help make technology more accessible and engaging throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nThese resources will allow my students to participate more independently in educational programs, research, writing activities, and other important learning opportunities. The computer mice will also make navigating technology easier for young learners as they continue developing their computer skills and confidence.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is helping create more opportunities for my students to learn, explore, and grow. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for investing in our classroom. 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