{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Set Academy","outOfStateSupporters":33.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9569850,"projectId":10075043,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Supporting K–5 Learning in Minneapolis During Times of Uncertainty.\" Because of your generosity, my students now have access to technology and learning resources that help bring stability and consistency to their school day. These tools allow us to use interactive lessons, digital reading programs, and visual supports that make learning clearer and more engaging. For many of my students, especially those who are new to the country or still building confidence in English, technology provides extra support through visuals, audio, and repeated practice that they may not receive at home.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is how the new resources make learning feel more fun and less stressful. They love being able to see lessons on the screen, interact with activities, and get immediate feedback on their work. Even students who used to feel frustrated or overwhelmed are now more willing to try because the technology helps break learning into smaller, manageable steps. I have seen a noticeable increase in participation—students are more focused, more curious, and more eager to complete their tasks.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular, who was very quiet and hesitant to participate at the beginning of the year, has truly blossomed with these new tools. The visual and interactive supports gave them the confidence to follow along, practice independently, and eventually share their thinking with the class. Your kindness has helped create a classroom environment where students feel supported, safe, and motivated to learn—even during uncertain times. Thank you for believing in my students and for making such a meaningful difference in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1770997861780,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-k5-learning-in-minneapolis-d/10075043/","projectTitle":"Supporting K–5 Learning in Minneapolis During Times of Uncertainty","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9569850_orig.jpg?crop=450,450,x89,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769822528843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9569850"},{"teacherId":9569850,"projectId":10075077,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making \"An iPad to Keep My Students Connected to Learning\" possible. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to technology that helps them learn in more engaging and meaningful ways. The iPad allows students to watch educational videos, complete interactive lessons, practice reading and listening skills, and use learning apps that meet them at their own level. For many of my students, this is their first time using a device for learning, not just for games, so it has opened a new door for them to explore and understand lessons better.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is how learning now feels more fun and personal. They love being able to touch the screen, listen to stories, record their voices, and see immediate feedback on their work. Even students who used to feel shy or unsure are now more confident because the iPad gives them a safe way to practice. I've seen students who struggled to focus before become more motivated and engaged, especially during reading and science activities. Some of my quietest learners now raise their hands to share what they learned from the iPad.\r\n\r\nYour support has made a real difference in our classroom. This iPad is not just a device—it is a tool that helps my students feel included, capable, and excited about learning. Thank you for believing in my students and for helping create opportunities that they may not have had otherwise. Your kindness and generosity are truly changing lives, one learner at a time. 💙","fullyFundedDate":1770143294234,"projectUrl":"project/an-ipad-to-keep-my-students-connected-to/10075077/","projectTitle":"An iPad to Keep My Students Connected to Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9569850_orig.jpg?crop=450,450,x89,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769822528843","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9569850"},{"teacherId":9107637,"projectId":10090377,"letterContent":"It is hard to fully put into words what the headphones have meant to my students. They didn't just like them they truly loved them. For many of our learners, the classroom can feel loud, chaotic, and overwhelming. Sounds that most of us barely notice can feel intense and distracting to them.\r\n\r\nOne student in particular has experienced such a powerful change. Before, the noise around him often led to frustration and restlessness. Now, he gently puts on his headphones, sits quietly, and you can literally see his body relax. The chaos fades away. In that calm space, he is able to focus, work independently, and feel successful. It has been such an emotional transformation to witness.\r\n\r\nWhat may seem like a simple pair of headphones has given him peace, dignity, and confidence. It has given him the ability to learn without feeling overwhelmed. That is something I will never take for granted.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for seeing the value in my students and for giving them the gift of calm. Your generosity is felt every single day in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1771423888726,"projectUrl":"project/focus-calm-and-confidence-for-every-le/10090377/","projectTitle":"Focus, Calm, and Confidence for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hidig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9107637_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689839675439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9107637"},{"teacherId":9408764,"projectId":10064229,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Sweet Success: Motivating First Graders Through Positive Rewards.\" Because of your generosity, our classroom has become a more positive and motivating learning environment. The students are now more active, engaged, and inspired to participate during lessons. They are also making better choices and showing improved behavior throughout the day. It has been wonderful to see them encourage one another and take pride in doing the right thing.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to learn how they could earn rewards and quickly began putting forth their best effort. I have noticed that they are more motivated to start and finish their classroom tasks, even when the work feels challenging. Students who once needed frequent reminders are now taking more responsibility and working hard to complete their assignments.\r\n\r\nAs we continue building strong academic habits, especially in reading and math, this positive reward system helps keep students focused and determined. They are growing not only as learners but also as responsible and confident members of our classroom community. Your generosity has truly made a meaningful difference in their daily learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1770907290447,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-success-motivating-first-graders/10064229/","projectTitle":"Sweet Success: Motivating First Graders Through Positive Rewards","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Algarme","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9408764_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769743340280","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9408764"},{"teacherId":9331615,"projectId":10064773,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank you for supporting my project, Ensuring Learning Continues for My 4th Graders. Your generous donation of a laptop has been a true blessing to me and to my students.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, a reliable computer is one of the most vital tools for planning lessons, organizing records, and preparing instructional materials. This new laptop has greatly reduced the burden of logging and documentation, ensured compatibility with the applications I use daily, and provided easy access to online resources. It allows me to efficiently edit certificates, prepare rewards, and create engaging instructional materials for my students.\r\n\r\nDuring e-learning, this laptop has made my work much smoother and more effective. With strong battery life, sufficient storage, and a dependable system, I can open interactive activities and online platforms without worrying about glitches or interruptions. This ensures that learning continues seamlessly and that my students receive quality instruction every day.\r\n\r\nYour support has empowered me to teach more effectively and focus more on my students' success. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769800215578,"projectUrl":"project/ensuring-learning-continues-for-my-4th-g/10064773/","projectTitle":"Ensuring Learning Continues for My 4th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Corpus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9331615_orig.jpg?crop=600,600,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711916863697","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9331615"},{"teacherId":9331615,"projectId":9822324,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for supporting our project, Book Nook Buddies: SEL Mini Library & Calming Corner. Your generosity has created a special space in our classroom where students feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nThe moment the books and calming materials arrived, my students were eager to explore the new reading and calm corner. They are excited to use the space to read quietly, reflect, and regain self-control when they need a moment to reset. The SEL books have been especially meaningful, as they provide short stories that teach positive behaviors, appropriate reactions in different situations, and healthy ways to manage emotions.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students are learning how to better understand their feelings, make thoughtful choices, and treat others with kindness and respect. This calming and literacy-rich environment has already made a powerful impact on their emotional growth and classroom behavior.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us build not just stronger readers, but more confident, self-aware, and compassionate students.","fullyFundedDate":1769459151851,"projectUrl":"project/book-nook-buddies-sel-mini-library-c/9822324/","projectTitle":"“Book Nook Buddies: SEL Mini Library & Calming Corner”","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Corpus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9331615_orig.jpg?crop=600,600,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711916863697","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9331615"},{"teacherId":9331615,"projectId":10076947,"letterContent":"We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for supporting our project, \"Safe, Fun, and Active Indoor Recess for Our 4th Graders.\" Because of your generosity, our students now have access to engaging indoor recess games and toys that make their break time both enjoyable and meaningful.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on their faces when they first saw the boxes of games was truly priceless. They have been actively playing, sharing, and cooperating with one another, and they genuinely enjoy every moment. These resources have not only made indoor recess more fun, but have also encouraged teamwork, positive social interaction, and active play in a safe environment.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in our students' daily school experience. Your support has brought so much joy and energy to our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1770907295870,"projectUrl":"project/safe-fun-and-active-indoor-recess-for/10076947/","projectTitle":"Safe, Fun, and Active Indoor Recess for Our 4th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Corpus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9331615_orig.jpg?crop=600,600,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711916863697","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9331615"},{"teacherId":9331615,"projectId":9818176,"letterContent":"We would like to sincerely thank you for funding our project, \"Sweet Rewards: Celebrate Student Success!\" Your generous support made it possible for us to provide each student with a small candy and toy during our weekly awarding as a token of recognition for their efforts and achievements.\r\n\r\nThis meaningful initiative has had a great impact on our students. The rewards have motivated them to work harder, participate more actively, and take pride in their accomplishments. The weekly celebration has also helped build confidence and create a more positive and encouraging learning environment.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your support in making this project a success.","fullyFundedDate":1769399426498,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-rewards-celebrate-student-success/9818176/","projectTitle":"Sweet Rewards: Celebrate Student Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Corpus","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9331615_orig.jpg?crop=600,600,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1711916863697","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9331615"},{"teacherId":9107637,"projectId":10045097,"letterContent":"Communication, Confidence, and Inclusion for Every Learner has transformed the way my classroom functions each day. Because of this project, my students now have access to tools that support clear communication, emotional regulation, and focused learning needs that are especially critical for students with disabilities. Tasks that once felt overwhelming are now approachable, and students are more willing to participate, ask for help, and engage with both peers and instruction. The classroom feels calmer, more structured, and more inclusive as a result.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful changes I've seen is in my students' confidence. When students are given tools that truly meet their needs, they begin to believe in themselves. I've watched students who once avoided activities now stay engaged longer, express their thoughts more clearly, and take pride in their progress. These moments small on the surface but life-changing in impact are happening because donors believed in my students and invested in their success.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting Communication, Confidence, and Inclusion for Every Learner. Your generosity goes far beyond materials it sends a message to my students that they matter, that their voices deserve to be heard, and that they belong. Because of you, my classroom is not just a place to learn, but a place where every student feels supported, capable, and included.","fullyFundedDate":1769260138944,"projectUrl":"project/communication-confidence-and-inclusion/10045097/","projectTitle":"Communication, Confidence, and Inclusion for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hidig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9107637_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689839675439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9107637"},{"teacherId":9409121,"projectId":10062357,"letterContent":"Thanks to your kind support, my students are now using the new headphones on a daily basis during independent learning and testing such as NWEA, WIDA, IXL, and Lexia Core5. The headphones have also contributed to a more peaceful learning environment by eliminating distractions and allowing students to focus. I have already observed students staying on task for longer periods, with increased confidence and completing their tasks with more focus and effort.\r\n\r\nAs soon as my students see the headphones, they were so excited and immediately ask, \"Are these for us?\" My students were so excited to use these. One student told me, \"Now I can hear my lesson and not everyone else.\" This was such a meaningful moment for me. The candies have been a huge motivator for my students. I use these as a reward for my students, especially during testing and hard lessons. Even something as simple as a treat motivates my students to continue, try their best, and feel proud of themselves for their hard work.\r\n\r\nWe will continue developing good learning habits by practicing our reading and math. With these resources, my students are more focused, motivated, and confident as they continue developing their learning skills. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1769801777106,"projectUrl":"project/focused-minds-sweet-motivation/10062357/","projectTitle":"Focused Minds, Sweet Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chatleen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9409121_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1702355253494","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mschatty"},{"teacherId":9107637,"projectId":10002392,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my students now have access to tools that truly support communication, calm, and meaningful learning. We are using these resources daily during small-group instruction, independent work, and sensory regulation times. One moment that stands out was watching a student who usually struggles to express their needs confidently use the new materials to communicate and stay engaged without frustration. These tools have already helped reduce anxiety, increase focus, and give my students a stronger sense of independence and dignity in the classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were immediate and joyful. Some explored them with curiosity, others smiled and clapped, and a few carefully held them as if they were something special because to them, they truly are. For many of my students, having resources designed specifically for their needs sends a powerful message: you matter, and your learning matters. That sense of being seen and supported has made a noticeable difference in their confidence and willingness to participate.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, our next steps include continuing to build communication skills, practicing self-regulation strategies, and deepening academic engagement through structured, supportive lessons. Your kindness has created a calmer, more inclusive learning environment where my most vulnerable learners can thrive at their own pace. Thank you for believing in my students and for giving them tools that help them feel safe, capable, and ready to learn your impact will be felt every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1769459152279,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-communication-calm-and-lear/10002392/","projectTitle":"Supporting Communication, Calm, and Learning for Our Most Vulnerable Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hidig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9107637_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689839675439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9107637"},{"teacherId":9107637,"projectId":10065398,"letterContent":"Because of you, my students no longer feel left behind when learning gets hard. For children who struggle to hold a pencil, form letters, or keep up with paper-based tasks, the iPads have become a lifeline, a bridge between what they know inside and what they can finally share with the world. Where there was once frustration and silence, there is now confidence and connection.\r\n\r\nI see students who once shut down now light up as they participate, communicate, and complete work independently. I see pride in their faces when they realize they can do the work on their own. These moments are deeply emotional because they represent something bigger than academics; they represent dignity, inclusion, and hope.\r\n\r\nYour generosity gave my students more than technology. You gave them a voice. You showed them that their problems don't define them and that they deserve tools that fit their needs. Because of you, my students feel seen, capable, and believed in and that impact will stay with them far beyond this classroom. 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