{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Weiss Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":21.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9043617,"projectId":10221800,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us start our school year on such a positive note! Because of your generosity, I was able to prepare an organized, welcoming classroom where my 4th graders and their families could feel at home from the moment they walked through the door at Open House.\r\n\r\nThe storage trays and cardstock helped me create organized systems, labels, and classroom materials that students began using right away. Having these systems in place from day one has helped our routines run more smoothly and has given students the independence to find what they need and take responsibility for our classroom space.\r\n\r\nThe snacks were also such a fun addition to Open House! Being able to offer students and families a little treat while they explored the room helped make their first visit feel relaxed, welcoming, and special.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me give my students a classroom that felt ready for them before they even arrived. These materials helped us make a great first impression and, more importantly, build the foundation for an organized and successful year together!","fullyFundedDate":1787232988547,"projectUrl":"project/first-impressions-matter-creating-a-wel/10221800/","projectTitle":"First Impressions Matter: Creating a Welcoming Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hingston","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9043617_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693062637171","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misskestner"},{"teacherId":9043617,"projectId":10221091,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping make our classroom more organized, prepared, and ready for learning! Because of your generosity, we now have so many of the everyday essentials that help our classroom run smoothly—from our new cube organizer and library storage to laminating sheets, Velcro, magnets, clips, adhesives, and even bandages for those unexpected little moments.\r\n\r\nOur new organizer has helped us create a more organized and inviting classroom library where students can easily find and return books independently. The other materials are helping me create interactive displays, organize resources, preserve materials for future use, and make our classroom spaces work better for my students.\r\n\r\nWhile many of these items may seem small, together they make a huge difference in our day. Having the right supplies readily available means fewer interruptions, smoother routines, and more time for students to focus on what matters most—learning!\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and helping create a space that is organized, welcoming, and ready for whatever our 4th-grade year brings!","fullyFundedDate":1785187300476,"projectUrl":"project/organized-equipped-and-ready-to-learn/10221091/","projectTitle":"Organized, Equipped, and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hingston","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9043617_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693062637171","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misskestner"},{"teacherId":9043617,"projectId":10160378,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping stock our classroom with supplies we use every single day! Because of your generosity, my 4th graders now have access to copy paper, cardstock, lined paper, construction and craft paper, and organizational materials that will be used throughout the entire school year.\r\n\r\nThese supplies have already opened the door for so many learning opportunities. Whether students are completing a writing assignment, creating a project to demonstrate their learning, making something to display in our classroom, or participating in a hands-on activity, we now have the materials readily available to bring those ideas to life.\r\n\r\nHaving a well-stocked classroom also means I can focus on creating engaging learning experiences without worrying about whether we have enough supplies to make them happen. My students can take pride in their work, be creative, and have the materials they need to participate fully in activities across every subject.\r\n\r\nThank you for providing the everyday essentials that make so many of our classroom experiences possible. These materials will be put to good use all year long, and we are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1784323332138,"projectUrl":"project/paper-projects-possibilities/10160378/","projectTitle":"Paper, Projects, & Possibilities!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hingston","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9043617_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693062637171","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/misskestner"},{"teacherId":9043617,"projectId":10221766,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping stock our classroom with snacks! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to a variety of grab-and-go options like Goldfish, fruit snacks, Pirate's Booty, Pringles, and Rice Krispies Treats whenever they need a little extra fuel during the school day.\r\n\r\nThese snacks may seem like something small, but they can make such a big difference. When a student comes to school hungry or simply needs a boost during a long afternoon, they know there is something available to them—no questions asked. Instead of hunger becoming a distraction, students can grab what they need and get back to learning.\r\n\r\nI am also grateful to be able to send snacks home with students when needed. Knowing that I can provide that extra bit of support both inside and outside of our classroom means so much to me as their teacher.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping me create a classroom where my students feel cared for, supported, and ready to do their best each day. 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Our class set of Hatchet allows us to read, discuss, and dig deeper into a novel together, while our new poetry books make exploring language and creativity fun and engaging. The Wings of Fire books have been an exciting addition to our classroom library and give students another high-interest option to choose for independent reading.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these books are helping me create more opportunities for students to find books they truly enjoy. There is nothing better than seeing a student get excited about a story, recommend a book to a friend, or ask for more time to read. 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From pencils, erasers, and highlighters to organizational pouches, chart paper, and our new pencil sharpener, these materials are already making a difference in keeping our students prepared, organized, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nHaving these everyday essentials readily available means less time searching for supplies and more time reading, writing, discussing, and learning. I am so grateful for your support in helping me create a classroom where every student has the tools they need to be successful. 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It has become a simple but meaningful way to make our classroom feel more welcoming and comfortable for learning.\r\n\r\nOur days are busy and full of energy, so having a space where students can settle in and focus is incredibly valuable. I have loved being able to create a classroom environment that feels peaceful while still being a place where learning and collaboration can happen. Thank you for helping make our classroom a comfortable and inviting space where my students can learn, grow, and feel at home.","fullyFundedDate":1777915631376,"projectUrl":"project/a-calm-classroom-with-soft-lighting/10145290/","projectTitle":"A Calm Classroom with Soft Lighting","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arntz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10071466_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y136&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774219988858","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-arntz"},{"teacherId":9799722,"projectId":10418190,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous support of our classroom project! Because of your kindness, students now have access to wonderful snacks every single day.\r\nWhen the boxes first arrived and our students saw the materials, their faces completely lit up with joy. I see firsthand how heavily my students rely on the school environment to meet their basic needs. The moment they realized these snacks were for them, you could feel a wave of relief wash over the room. They felt so happy and safe knowing they were not sent without and that people they have never met truly care about their well-being.Right now, we are integrating these resources into our daily routine. 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Your generosity instantly transforms our daily environment by providing complete equity; every single student now sits down with their own fresh set of high-quality Crayola markers, vivid colored pencils, and bright crayons, completely eliminating the stress of hunting down usable supplies or sharing broken stubs. Seeing the sheer volume of materials—from the 800-count crayon classpack to the specialty acrylic paints and sidewalk chalk—gives me the freedom to design rich, hands-on projects without worrying about running out of resources. Because of you, my 9- and 10-year-olds can dive into detailed science diagrams, design historical posters, and bring their collaborative outdoor math and art projects to life with pride. 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My turn-in bins, extra worksheets, reading group books, and dry-erase markers are right at eye level, which means fewer interruptions during instruction and far less time wasted searching for materials. Mounting the felt bar strips gives me a quick, dedicated spot to celebrate student work, pin up daily objectives, or feature vocabulary words without covering every inch of my wall space.\r\n\r\nOn the instructional side, having heavy-duty cardstock and bright colored paper on hand makes preparing engaging lessons so much easier. I can print durable task cards, math center games, and reference sheets on the cardstock knowing they will actually survive being handled by 9- and 10-year-olds all year long. The colored paper lets me create color-coded graphic organizers, interactive notebook foldables, and creative writing projects that immediately grab my students' attention and help them process complex ideas. 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