{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Achieve Language Academy","outOfStateSupporters":46.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10619240,"projectId":10528032,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students and helping bring these wonderful resources into our classroom! The new materials are providing opportunities for students to strengthen their academic, social, and emotional skills through hands-on learning activities. We are incorporating the literacy games into small-group instruction to practice foundational reading skills, while the social-emotional learning materials are helping students recognize emotions, practice communication, and develop positive relationships with their peers.\r\n\r\nOne of the things I love most about these resources is that they allow students to practice important skills in engaging and meaningful ways. The hands-on activities make learning feel less intimidating, especially for students who have experienced academic challenges. The fidget tools also provide additional options for students who benefit from sensory supports during instruction. My students have become enthralled by the fidgets and have each found one that is specifically theirs. Seeing students become more comfortable participating, trying new activities, and practicing skills with their peers is exactly what I hoped these materials would encourage.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue incorporating these resources into our daily routines, individualized instruction, and small-group activities. My goal is to help students build confidence, develop greater independence, and strengthen the skills they need to be successful both academically and socially. Your generosity has helped provide learning opportunities that extend beyond traditional worksheets and classroom lessons. Thank you for investing in my students and making these experiences possible!","fullyFundedDate":1788055490546,"projectUrl":"project/learning-growing-and-succeeding-togeth/10528032/","projectTitle":"Learning, Growing, and Succeeding Together","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maria","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10619240_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1789087248393","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10619240"},{"teacherId":2022780,"projectId":10627474,"letterContent":"Your support is such a blessing to our class and school! I feel so happy we were able to make this project a reality. Your generosity means so much to us. The joy sparked by your kindness is indescribable! I heard happy squeals of joy when I brought in the packages and saw so many smiles when they were opened. Our students deserve the best of the best! This year's group of students is caring, kind and ready to learn (most days haha).When our class has the supplies they need, they are more ready than ever to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1793021104522,"projectUrl":"project/prek-care-keeping-little-learners-fuele/10627474/","projectTitle":"PreK Care: Keeping Little Learners Fueled and Fit","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tourville","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2022780_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689030076432","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-tourville"},{"teacherId":8106252,"projectId":10136663,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity. The new reading and math materials have made a real difference in our classroom, and my students are using them every day.\r\n\r\nDuring center time, students work with hands-on games and manipulatives to practice letter sounds, building words, reading sentences, and number skills. The materials let them learn by touching, building, and trying again, and I've watched their confidence grow. \r\n\r\nWhen the boxes arrived, students couldn't wait to dive in.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1779370471749,"projectUrl":"project/scientists-of-reading/10136663/","projectTitle":"Scientists of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McDonough","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8106252_orig.png?crop=1002,1002,x1000,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663635759794","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8106252"},{"teacherId":10618194,"projectId":10637094,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our Playdough Palooza project! The kids were so excited to find out we had more tools to use with our Playdough, and they were motivated to earn them through good behavior. Having more options for them has really broadened what they can do and given me more ways to integrate literacy into the activities they love. \r\n\r\nThe literacy and math mats have been a wonderful addition to our center time. Kids are getting tactile experience with letters and numbers to help build muscle memory around their formation. They are especially excited to practice with letters in their names! As we move into counting larger numbers, I'm excited to use these as an engaging way to practice counting numbers in the teens. \r\n\r\nThe tools have also been a big hit. About half my class regularly chooses play dough for choice time, and they use the rollers, presses, cookie cutters, and molds to get creative. They're always brining me little \"foods\" they've made and it's a great option for them when they need something a little more calming during choice time. We really appreciate your donation to our classroom, we couldn't have done it without you!","fullyFundedDate":1790027241033,"projectUrl":"project/playdough-palooza/10637094/","projectTitle":"Playdough Palooza!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Abby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10618194_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788030516978","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10618194"},{"teacherId":10618194,"projectId":10558439,"letterContent":"We use our new whiteboards almost every day in class, and the kids LOVE them. They are so excited to use them, and ask me ahead of math and literacy if we get to practice letters/numbers because they enjoy writing on them so much. We're so grateful to you for funding this project!\r\n\r\nThese have been key for us in both math and literacy. In math, the kids use the boards to quickly represent numbers both symbolically and numerically. Using the whiteboard format allows me to quickly assess answers and give the kids a much more active and immediate way to practice than using a traditional worksheet. We've been working on counting up to 10, determining if something is equal or not equal, and representing numbers in different ways and we have used the boards for all of these. I am really excited to use them when we begin our unit on shapes! \r\n\r\nIn literacy, the whiteboards have been wonderful for teaching and practicing letter formation. I model letter formation to the group, and they all practice together on the rug, first on the blank side of the board, and then switching to the lined side when they're ready. I can already see improvements happening, and again, using the whiteboards together allows me to really quickly assess individually and a as a group if we're on track. Your donation has made such a difference to our class!","fullyFundedDate":1788119763041,"projectUrl":"project/big-ideas-start-on-little-whiteboards/10558439/","projectTitle":"Big Ideas Start on Little Whiteboards","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Abby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10618194_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1788030516978","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10618194"},{"teacherId":8835949,"projectId":10537908,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Building Strong Readers, One Word at a Time!\" Your generosity is helping my students strengthen their foundational reading skills through engaging, hands-on phonics activities. The Teachers Pay Teachers gift card allows me to find and provide targeted literacy resources that meet my students' individual learning needs, while the CVC Word Magic blending boards give students a fun, interactive way to practice blending sounds and building simple words.\r\n\r\nMy students are excited to use the wooden letter tiles and picture flashcards to explore how individual sounds come together to form words. These materials make phonics practice more concrete and engaging, helping students develop phonemic awareness, letter-sound recognition, and early decoding skills. Students who need additional practice benefit from being able to move the letters, try different combinations, and receive immediate feedback and support as they learn.\r\n\r\nAs we continue building strong readers, we will use these resources during small-group reading intervention and targeted literacy practice. My goal is to help every student grow in confidence as they move from recognizing letters and sounds to blending and reading words independently. Thank you for investing in our young readers and helping make learning to read an exciting and rewarding experience!","fullyFundedDate":1789601118732,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-readers-one-word-at-a-t/10537908/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Readers, One Word at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8835949"},{"teacherId":8835949,"projectId":10420724,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Helping Hungry Minds Learn!\" Your generosity is helping provide snacks for my students so they can feel cared for, comfortable, and ready to learn. Having snacks available throughout the school day helps students stay focused and engaged, especially during busy learning times when little minds and bodies need extra fuel.\r\n\r\nMy students are always excited when snack time arrives! These snacks give them something to look forward to and help create a welcoming, supportive classroom environment. As a literacy intervention teacher, I know that students learn best when their basic needs are met. When students are hungry, it can be difficult to concentrate, participate, and do their best learning.\r\n\r\nWith these snacks available, I can help students refocus and return to learning activities ready to participate in reading, writing, math, and hands-on exploration. Your kindness reminds my students that their school community cares about them and wants them to succeed. Thank you for helping nourish both hungry bellies and growing minds. Your support is making a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1789065574977,"projectUrl":"project/helping-hungry-minds-learn/10420724/","projectTitle":"Helping Hungry Minds Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8835949"},{"teacherId":8835949,"projectId":10358981,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"From Letters to Readers: Building Strong Literacy Skills!\" These materials are helping my kindergarten students build a strong foundation in literacy through hands-on, engaging activities. The magnetic phonics tiles allow us to explore letter sounds, practice blending, and begin building words together. Students love being able to move the letters, experiment with sounds, and see how letters work together to make words!\r\n\r\nThe alphabet tracing puzzles and write-and-wipe lapboards provide valuable opportunities to strengthen letter recognition, fine motor skills, and proper letter formation. These tools make learning interactive and give students repeated practice in ways that are fun and developmentally appropriate. I especially appreciate being able to use these resources during small-group instruction to provide extra support and meet each student's individual needs.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our journey from recognizing letters to becoming readers and writers, students will practice identifying letters, matching sounds to letters, forming letters correctly, and beginning to blend sounds into simple words. Your generosity is helping create a classroom where students can explore, practice, build confidence, and celebrate their progress. Thank you for investing in our young learners and helping them take these important first steps toward reading success!","fullyFundedDate":1785262821175,"projectUrl":"project/from-letters-to-readers-building-strong/10358981/","projectTitle":"From Letters to Readers: Building Strong Literacy Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8835949"},{"teacherId":8835949,"projectId":10199463,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Building Confident Learners: Hands-On Literacy & Math for Every Student!\" These resources are helping my students build important foundational skills in reading, writing, and math through engaging, hands-on activities. My students are excited to explore the new materials, and the self-checking VersaTiles sets allow them to practice independently, build confidence, and take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nThe Flip & Solve Math Boards, Number Stackers, and matching activities give students opportunities to practice number sense, addition, subtraction, and number recognition in fun, interactive ways. The reading activities help students strengthen early literacy skills while the write-and-wipe boards provide extra practice with letter formation and handwriting. These resources are especially valuable because they allow me to differentiate instruction and meet students where they are in their learning journeys.\r\n\r\nAs we continue working on our literacy and math goals, students will use these materials during small-group instruction, learning centers, and independent practice. I look forward to watching them grow as they develop stronger skills, become more independent learners, and gain confidence in their abilities. Thank you for investing in my students and helping make learning meaningful, engaging, and fun! Your generosity is making a positive difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1779370461516,"projectUrl":"project/building-confident-learners-hands-on-li/10199463/","projectTitle":"Building Confident Learners: Hands-On Literacy & Math for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8835949"},{"teacherId":2840259,"projectId":10328781,"letterContent":"Thank you to our generous donors for supporting \"Coloring Our Way to Learning\"! These supplies have made a difference in our kindergarten classroom by giving students more opportunities to express their creativity while practicing important early learning skills. My students are excited to use the colorful markers and fresh supplies, and it is wonderful to see their enthusiasm when they have the tools they need to bring their ideas to life.\r\n\r\nWe use these materials throughout our daily learning activities, from illustrating stories and sharing our thinking through pictures to practicing letter formation, drawing, and early writing. The chart paper helps us work together to record our ideas, practice writing, and create visual reminders of what we are learning. The pouches and crayon boxes help keep our materials organized and make it easier for students to find what they need and take responsibility for their supplies. The clear contact paper also allows me to protect and reuse learning materials, making our classroom resources last longer.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue incorporating these supplies into literacy, math, and thematic units, giving students opportunities to show what they know through drawing, writing, and hands-on projects. These materials may seem simple, but they help create meaningful learning experiences where students can build fine motor skills, develop independence, and take pride in their work. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping my young learners grow through creativity, exploration, and joyful learning!","fullyFundedDate":1785329551809,"projectUrl":"project/coloring-our-way-to-learning/10328781/","projectTitle":"Coloring Our Way to Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bradfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2840259_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x927,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718278831463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bradfield"},{"teacherId":2840259,"projectId":10204100,"letterContent":"Thank you to our generous donors for supporting \"From Sounds to Sums: Hands-On Learning Adventures\"! These materials are giving my students more opportunities to practice important early reading and math skills in interactive, engaging ways. My students love being able to touch, move, match, and explore as they learn, and the hands-on activities help keep them motivated and actively involved in their learning.\r\n\r\nThe Touch & Read CVC word and sight-word sentence matching activities give students meaningful practice connecting letters and sounds, reading words, and building sentences. It is exciting to watch students work through the activities, recognize familiar words, and grow more confident in their reading abilities. The sensory addition and subtraction cards provide another way for students to practice number relationships and develop a stronger understanding of basic math concepts. Our counting owls also support counting, sorting, and identifying colors while giving students a concrete way to explore numbers.\r\n\r\nThese resources allow me to provide engaging practice that meets students at different skill levels and gives them opportunities to build independence while still receiving support when needed. Next, we will continue using these materials during small-group instruction and learning centers to strengthen phonics, sight-word recognition, sentence reading, counting, addition, and subtraction. Thank you for investing in my students and helping make learning an experience filled with discovery, confidence, and success!","fullyFundedDate":1785334802511,"projectUrl":"project/from-sounds-to-sums-hands-on-learning-a/10204100/","projectTitle":"From Sounds to Sums: Hands-On Learning Adventures","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bradfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2840259_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x927,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718278831463","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bradfield"},{"teacherId":2840259,"projectId":10203668,"letterContent":"Thank you to our generous donors for making a difference in our kindergarten classroom! Having these materials has helped make the start of our school year more exciting, meaningful, and engaging for my students. The bee-themed items have sparked conversations, brought smiles to students' faces, and given us fun ways to celebrate being part of a classroom community.\r\n\r\nThe students are especially excited to use their new materials, and these small touches have helped make our classroom feel special and welcoming. The coloring supplies give students opportunities to practice pencil control, strengthen fine motor skills, and express their creativity. The wind-up bees will allow us to bring science concepts to life as students experiment with movement, make predictions, and share their observations. Our labels are also helping students learn classroom routines and take greater responsibility for their belongings.\r\n\r\nThe treats have been a wonderful way to recognize students' hard work and celebrate their progress during reading and math assessments. These positive experiences help students see that effort matters and that learning is something to feel proud of.\r\n\r\nAs the year continues, we will build on this excitement by using these resources to support hands-on exploration, independence, and positive learning habits. Your generosity has helped provide the little extras that make a big difference in kindergarten. 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