{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Northeast Lauderdale Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":54.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6172653,"projectId":10215494,"letterContent":"I received the science items at the end of the 2025/26 school year, so that group wasn't able to enjoy the different science experiments. \r\nHowever; my students for the 2026/27 school year were excited and curious when they first saw the materials being pulled out this morning. They were eager to explore them and asked questions about what we were going to do. They were asking, \"how do the crystals grow\" and loved the Zombie plant. The materials immediately caught their attention and helped build enthusiasm for the lesson that will happen tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 4th. I apologize for this being a day late. We had to learn school rules and procedures before I could start doing science with my kindergarteners. Again thank you so much for helping bring hands-on fun science experiments to the classroom. A big shout out to General Motors for being a great donor for this project.","fullyFundedDate":1778524301173,"projectUrl":"project/little-scientists-big-discoveries-han/10215494/","projectTitle":"“Little Scientists, Big Discoveries: Hands-On Science for Kindergarten!”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wendy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6172653_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566680412926","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6172653"},{"teacherId":10556370,"projectId":10407907,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to share the incredible impact your generous donations of dramatic play dress-up clothes have had on my Pre-K classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students have been given the opportunity to step into the shoes of many different community helpers and professionals. With dress-up clothes representing roles such as chefs, firefighters, police officers, mail carriers, and many more, my students have been able to bring their imaginations to life in ways that are meaningful, exciting, and educational.\r\n\r\nFor young children, dramatic play is so much more than simply putting on a costume. It gives them an opportunity to pretend, explore, communicate, problem-solve, cooperate, and build confidence. My students have enjoyed modeling these different roles and acting them out alongside their peers. One moment they may be preparing a pretend meal as a chef, and the next they may be rushing to help someone as a firefighter or delivering important mail to their classmates.\r\n\r\nThe classroom has been filled with conversations, laughter, creativity, and—most importantly—smiles. Seeing their faces light up as they choose a costume and decide who they want to become has been one of the most rewarding parts of this experience. They are learning to take turns, share ideas, listen to one another, and work together while having fun.\r\n\r\nYour donations have helped create opportunities for my students to experience the world beyond our classroom through play. They are developing an understanding and appreciation for the many people who help our communities every day, while also developing important social-emotional, language, and communication skills.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, you have helped create a classroom where children feel free to imagine, explore, pretend, and simply be kids.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and giving them the gift of meaningful play. Every costume, every pretend scenario, every shared laugh, and every joyful smile is a reminder of the difference your generosity makes.","fullyFundedDate":1785681810901,"projectUrl":"project/play-today-lead-tomorrow-through-dramat/10407907/","projectTitle":"Play Today, Lead Tomorrow Through Dramatic Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. April","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10556370_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784677749145","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10556370"},{"teacherId":10556370,"projectId":10389410,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Storytelling Prize Machine! Your generosity has given our children a fun and exciting way to learn, imagine, create, and tell stories beyond the traditional pencil-and-paper experience.\r\n\r\nWith each turn of the machine, our students receive a new surprise that sparks their imagination. They can use the items to act out stories, create characters, build habitats, explore pretend worlds, and develop their own adventures. A simple little item can turn into an entire story when a child is given the opportunity to use their imagination!\r\n\r\nThis project has encouraged our children to think creatively, communicate their ideas, problem-solve, and learn through hands-on experiences. Instead of simply writing about a story, they can become part of the story. They can build a habitat for an animal, act out what might happen next, or work with their friends to create an imaginative world together.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped expand learning in a way that feels like play but is building important skills along the way. You have given our students opportunities to explore storytelling, creativity, language, social skills, problem-solving, and imaginative thinking in a way that a worksheet simply cannot provide.\r\n\r\nEvery turn of the Storytelling Prize Machine brings a little excitement and a new opportunity to learn. Thank you for helping us turn imagination into learning and giving our children the chance to discover that their ideas can become amazing stories!","fullyFundedDate":1785517144457,"projectUrl":"project/storytelling-surprise-machine-for-tiny-l/10389410/","projectTitle":"Storytelling Surprise Machine for Tiny Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. April","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10556370_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784677749145","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10556370"},{"teacherId":10556370,"projectId":10389445,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your incredible generosity and kindness in supporting our Pre-K classroom. Because of your donations, our students have been given a wonderful opportunity to learn through creativity, imagination, and play. Your support has made a meaningful difference, and we are so grateful.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting parts of our project is our storytelling prize machine. Each student receives a small prize hidden inside a colorful bubble gum capsule. The excitement on their faces when they received their very first capsule was priceless! There were smiles, squeals of joy, and so much anticipation as they eagerly opened their surprise. It was a magical moment that filled our classroom with laughter and excitement.\r\n\r\nThese little treasures are much more than prizes—they are inspiration. Each item becomes the beginning of a brand-new adventure. Students use their surprise object to create their own stories by drawing pictures, acting out scenes, and sharing their ideas through writing and storytelling. Every child brings a unique perspective, allowing their creativity and imagination to shine in ways that make learning meaningful and fun.\r\n\r\nThis project encourages our young learners to think creatively, build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and develop a love for storytelling. Watching their imaginations come to life has been truly amazing. Your generosity has provided them with the tools and motivation to dream big, create boldly, and express themselves in ways that will benefit them for years to come.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their future. Your kindness has created joyful learning experiences that they will remember long after the prizes are gone. We appreciate your support more than words can express, and we are so thankful that you chose to make a difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1784743233738,"projectUrl":"project/wild-about-stories/10389445/","projectTitle":"Wild About Stories!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. April","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10556370_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784677749145","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10556370"},{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":10355044,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making Every Story Starts with a Drawing possible. Because of your generosity, my kindergarten students have had the opportunity to discover that every great story begins with an idea—and often, that idea starts with a drawing.\r\nThe journals and art supplies quickly became some of our favorite classroom tools. My students eagerly filled their pages with colorful illustrations, imaginative characters, exciting adventures, and stories inspired by their own lives. For many of them, drawing gave them the confidence to express ideas they weren't yet able to put into words. As the year progressed, those drawings grew into labels, sentences, and complete stories, allowing me to see incredible growth in both their creativity and their writing skills.\r\nHaving their own personal journals gave each child a sense of ownership and pride. They loved looking back at their earlier pages to see how much they had grown as artists and authors. It was amazing to watch students who were once hesitant to write become excited to share their stories during our Author's Chair time. Their confidence blossomed as they realized that their ideas mattered and that they had important stories to tell.\r\nThis project also strengthened our classroom community. Students enjoyed sharing their illustrations with classmates, asking questions about each other's stories, and celebrating one another's creativity. The journals became treasured keepsakes that showcased not only academic growth but also each child's unique imagination and personality.\r\nYour generosity provided much more than school supplies—it gave my students a creative outlet, a voice, and the confidence to see themselves as storytellers. Thank you for believing in my young learners and investing in their future. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1782756487210,"projectUrl":"project/every-story-starts-with-a-drawing/10355044/","projectTitle":"Every Story Starts with a Drawing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9074504_orig.jpg?crop=1876,1876,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686768522595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9074504"},{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":10300920,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has become a place where imagination truly comes to life. Thank you for making our Sculpt, Squish, and Create: A Kindergarten Art Lab possible!\r\nThe materials you provided have transformed our art center into one of the most loved spaces in our classroom. Every day, my kindergarten students eagerly gather around the table, excited to see what they can create. With colorful modeling clay, play dough, and a variety of creative tools, they are designing animals, building imaginative worlds, sculpting letters, creating story characters, and bringing their ideas to life.\r\nWhat makes this project so special is that there is no \"right\" way to create. Each child has the freedom to explore, experiment, and express themselves in a way that is uniquely their own. This open-ended approach has helped my students become more confident, independent, and willing to take creative risks.\r\nWhile they play and create, they are also developing important kindergarten skills. Rolling, pinching, cutting, and molding the clay strengthens the small muscles in their hands that are essential for writing. As students describe their creations and share stories with classmates, they are building vocabulary, strengthening communication skills, and practicing listening and collaboration.\r\nOne of my favorite moments has been watching students encourage one another by asking questions like, \"Can you tell me about your creation?\" and celebrating each other's ideas. Your generosity has helped create a classroom environment where creativity, kindness, and curiosity flourish together.\r\nThe impact of your gift extends far beyond art supplies. You have provided opportunities for joyful learning, meaningful conversations, and creative exploration that my students will remember long after kindergarten.\r\nThank you for believing in my students and investing in their future. Your kindness has made a lasting difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1783010733897,"projectUrl":"project/sculpt-squish-and-create-a-kindergart/10300920/","projectTitle":"Sculpt, Squish, and Create: A Kindergarten Art Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9074504_orig.jpg?crop=1876,1876,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686768522595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9074504"},{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":10319594,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our classroom hydration project possible! Your generosity has had such a meaningful impact on our students, and we are incredibly grateful for your support.\r\nWe are excited to share that the project went exactly as we had hoped! Each student now has their own reusable water bottle to keep at school, making it easy for everyone to stay hydrated throughout the day. The students absolutely loved using the stickers to personalize their bottles, and it was wonderful to see their creativity shine as they made each one uniquely their own. They took great pride in decorating them and have been doing an excellent job caring for them.\r\nHaving personal water bottles has made our classroom routine much smoother. Students always have easy access to water, we've greatly reduced the use of disposable cups, and our classroom is more organized and environmentally friendly. Most importantly, our students are staying hydrated, healthy, and ready to learn each day.\r\nYour kindness has provided so much more than water bottles—you have given our students a sense of responsibility, ownership, and excitement. Thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our students' success. We appreciate your generosity more than words can express.","fullyFundedDate":1780777363288,"projectUrl":"project/water-you-waiting-for-hydration-station/10319594/","projectTitle":"Water You Waiting For? Hydration Station for Our Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9074504_orig.jpg?crop=1876,1876,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686768522595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9074504"},{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":10324125,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for funding our Story Capsule Center project!\r\nYour generosity means so much to our kindergarten classroom. Because of your support, our students will soon have the opportunity to explore storytelling in a fun, hands-on, and exciting new way. We are eagerly awaiting the arrival of our capsule machine and capsules, and the excitement in our classroom is already building.\r\nEvery capsule will hold a new adventure, a creative challenge, or a story prompt that encourages imagination, communication, and artistic expression. Through this project, students will strengthen important early literacy skills while discovering the joy of creating and sharing their own stories.\r\nAt this age, learning is powered by curiosity and wonder. Thanks to you, our students will have a unique opportunity to develop confidence in their ideas, express themselves creatively, and build a lifelong love of storytelling.\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our young learners. Your kindness and generosity are helping create meaningful learning experiences that our students will remember for years to come.\r\nWe are so excited to receive our materials and begin this wonderful project. Thank you for making it possible!","fullyFundedDate":1781999257907,"projectUrl":"project/the-storytelling-capsule-machine/10324125/","projectTitle":"The Storytelling Capsule Machine","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9074504_orig.jpg?crop=1876,1876,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686768522595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9074504"},{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":10305379,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for choosing our classroom project and making it possible for our students to begin the school year with creativity, connection, and joy.\r\nBecause of your generosity, our kindergarten students have the opportunity to create and paint their own wooden ornaments and hearts during the very first week of school. Each child's unique creation will become part of a classroom garland, reminding us every day that when we each contribute our own special gifts, we can accomplish amazing things together.\r\nThis project is about so much more than painting. It is about building a classroom family where every student feels valued, included, and important. As our students work side by side, they will learn that even small acts of kindness, creativity, and teamwork can come together to create something truly beautiful. The garland they create will serve as a lasting symbol that every child belongs and that together, we are stronger.\r\nWe are incredibly excited to receive these materials and begin this meaningful tradition with our students. Your kindness has given us the opportunity to create memories that will last throughout the school year and beyond.\r\nThank you for believing in our students, supporting their creativity, and helping us build a classroom community where everyone has a place. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on the hearts of our young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1782140883739,"projectUrl":"project/a-slice-of-school-spirit-we-create-con/10305379/","projectTitle":"A Slice of School Spirit: We Create, Connect, Achieve Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9074504_orig.jpg?crop=1876,1876,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686768522595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9074504"},{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":10305391,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making our literacy project possible! We are so grateful for your generosity and support. Our classroom has received all of our new materials, and they have already made such a wonderful difference for my kindergarten students.\r\nThe sight word bean bags, reading games, flash cards, and sentence-building activities have transformed literacy time into one of the most exciting parts of our day. My students are eager to participate, and they love learning through movement, games, and hands-on activities. It has been amazing to watch their confidence grow as they recognize more sight words, build sentences, and become more excited about reading each day.\r\nThe writing resources have inspired so much creativity! My students are using their imaginations to tell stories, illustrate their ideas, and take their first steps toward becoming confident writers. Seeing their smiles and excitement reminds me every day how meaningful these opportunities are.\r\nYour generosity has given my students engaging tools that make learning fun while building skills that will last a lifetime. Thank you for believing in my classroom and investing in the future of these amazing young learners. Your kindness has created joyful moments, growing confidence, and a love of reading and writing that will continue long after kindergarten.","fullyFundedDate":1780242644464,"projectUrl":"project/bean-bags-games-and-big-reading-gains/10305391/","projectTitle":"Bean Bags, Games, and Big Reading Gains!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9074504_orig.jpg?crop=1876,1876,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686768522595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9074504"},{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":10280024,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for funding our Top Tier First Aid Kit! Your generosity has provided our kindergarten classroom with the supplies we need to care for our little learners every single day.\r\nKindergarten is full of adventure, curiosity, and excitement—which also means the occasional scrape, bump, bug bite, or upset tummy. Thanks to your kindness, we now have a well-stocked first aid kit complete with bandages, a touch-free thermometer, ice packs, gloves, and other essential supplies to help our students feel safe, comfortable, and cared for.\r\nKnowing these resources are right at our fingertips allows me to focus on what matters most: comforting my students, meeting their needs quickly, and helping them return to learning with confidence. Your gift has given our classroom more than first aid supplies, it has given us peace of mind and the ability to create a safe, nurturing environment where every child knows they are cared for.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their health, happiness, and success. Your generosity will make a difference every single day, and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1780590172362,"projectUrl":"project/patch-it-up-buttercup-first-aid-for-o/10280024/","projectTitle":"“Patch It Up, Buttercup: First Aid for Our Classroom Family”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walls","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9074504_orig.jpg?crop=1876,1876,x0,y431&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686768522595","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9074504"},{"teacherId":6395610,"projectId":10208307,"letterContent":"Your support will help transform our kindergarten classroom into a warm, welcoming space where every child feels safe, valued, and excited to learn. For many of my students, school is their second home. They spend a large portion of their day in our classroom, and having a comfortable environment plays an important role in their ability to learn, grow, and thrive. The addition of a classroom rug, soft seating, and cozy throw pillows will create a dedicated space where students can gather for read-alouds, participate in whole-group lessons, collaborate with classmates, and enjoy independent reading. Young children learn best when they feel secure and comfortable, and these materials will help foster an atmosphere that encourages engagement, creativity, and a love of learning. Beyond academics, this cozy area will support students' social-emotional development. Kindergarten is often a child's first experience in a structured school setting, and learning to manage emotions is an important part of their growth. This space will provide a calm, inviting area where students can take a moment to regroup, practice self-regulation strategies, and return to learning feeling refreshed and ready to succeed. A welcoming classroom also helps build a sense of community. 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