{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Carpenter Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":15.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":832357,"projectId":10255785,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your donations to my project, \"More Learning Spaces\". Both the bulletin board and the whiteboard are making a difference in my classroom.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the bulletin board for Social Studies. We have been reviewing a variety of US maps and geography concepts. It is so nice to be able to display the maps the students are using without them constantly falling down. There have also been times when we need to take them down and write on them or examine them more closely, which is easy to do since they are pinned to the bulletin board rather than be stuck to the wall.\r\n\r\nWe have been also using the bulletin board to sort artifacts that are primary sources or secondary sources. Students can refer to the artifacts and take them down as needed or put them back up without assistance.\r\n\r\nWe have been using our bulletin board for Math, specifically the Number Corner part of our math program. Each day, a student logs his/her Calendar Grid or Calendar Collector Observations. Then he/she records the information on our class charts to use as a reference later in the day to teach the other students.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, as I notice other concepts the students need help with, I am able to magnetize them to the whiteboard such as place value and the names and values of the coins. Since the board is magnetic, it is easy for the students or me to manipulate the pieces.\r\n\r\nThese items are saving me time and are enhancing my teaching and the student's learning. \r\n\r\nThanks again for your kindness and generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1782498781577,"projectUrl":"project/more-learning-spaces/10255785/","projectTitle":"More Learning Spaces","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. West","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp832357_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774907887231","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/832357"},{"teacherId":10468486,"projectId":10167175,"letterContent":"Our classroom has already begun putting these new supplies to meaningful use, and they've made a noticeable difference in both organization and engagement. Students are using their binders and folders daily to keep track of reading passages, writing drafts, and skill-based practice work. During a recent nonfiction unit, students used their new maps to connect geography to what they were reading, helping them better visualize settings and deepen comprehension. The pencil sharpener has also become a surprisingly important addition—students are able to quickly and independently maintain their materials, which keeps our learning time focused and uninterrupted.\r\nWhen the students first saw the new supplies, their excitement was immediate. Something as simple as having fresh, high-quality materials gave them a renewed sense of pride in their work. They were eager to organize their binders and personalize their folders, and it sparked conversations about responsibility and taking care of shared resources. That sense of ownership has carried over into their daily routines, with students showing greater independence and care in managing their learning tools.\r\nLooking ahead, these materials will continue to support our current and upcoming projects, especially as we move deeper into research and writing. Students will be using their binders to organize notes and drafts for an upcoming informational writing piece, while the maps will remain a key resource as we explore different regions connected to our reading curriculum. These supplies are not just items in our classroom—they are tools that are helping build structure, confidence, and enthusiasm for learning. Thank you for making that possible for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1774525985849,"projectUrl":"project/project-1/10167175/","projectTitle":"Project 1","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DuCharme","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10468486"},{"teacherId":5409453,"projectId":9680403,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our classroom has been transformed into a more inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students—especially those with sensory needs. The sensory tools and items you provided, such as fidget tools and textured objects, have made a tremendous difference in helping students stay regulated, focused, and comfortable throughout the day.\r\n\r\nStudents who previously struggled with self-regulation or overstimulation now have appropriate and effective outlets to manage their energy and emotions. For example, one student who often found transitions overwhelming now uses a sensory maze and calming corner tools to help ground themselves—resulting in fewer outbursts and more time engaged in learning.\r\n\r\nThese tools have also benefited students beyond those with sensory needs, helping everyone develop self-awareness and empathy. The classroom feels calmer, more focused, and more welcoming thanks to your support.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible. 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