{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Northeast Lauderdale Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":55.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"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. As students gather together on the rug to share stories, celebrate accomplishments, and learn from one another, they develop friendships, confidence, and a sense of belonging.","fullyFundedDate":1779412551415,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-create-a-cozy-calm-learning-spa/10208307/","projectTitle":"Help Me Create a Cozy, Calm Learning Space for Kindergarten!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6395610_orig.jpg?crop=328,328,x3,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1655389970564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/donna-smith20"},{"teacherId":9074504,"projectId":10270500,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our classroom art project! Your generosity has provided the supplies our young artists needed to explore their creativity and bring their imaginations to life.\r\nBecause of Disney's kindness, my students have enjoyed using their new paintbrushes and drying rack to create colorful masterpieces and proudly display their artwork. These resources have encouraged creativity, built confidence, and made learning even more engaging and fun.\r\nMy students have loved painting, creating, and sharing their ideas through art. It has been wonderful to watch them express themselves and take pride in their work. Thank you, Disney, for helping our classroom grow, imagine, and shine!","fullyFundedDate":1779514385671,"projectUrl":"project/brushin-up-on-creativity/10270500/","projectTitle":"Brushin’ Up on Creativity!","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":10303273,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Before We Write, We Draw!\" project! Because of your generosity, my kindergarten students now have wonderful new drawing books and an organizer that have quickly become some of the most loved resources in our classroom.\r\nThe excitement when the boxes arrived was unforgettable. My students could not wait to flip through the drawing books and discover all the animals, dinosaurs, ocean creatures, flowers, and silly aliens they could learn to draw. Every day, I see students eagerly grabbing a book, choosing a new drawing challenge, and proudly sharing their creations with classmates.\r\nIn kindergarten, drawing is often a child's first way of communicating ideas before they can fully write and spell. These resources have given my students new ways to tell stories, answer questions, express their thoughts, and build confidence in themselves as learners and creators.\r\nThe organizer has also made a huge difference in our classroom. Students can easily find and return materials independently, which allows us to spend more time creating and less time searching for supplies.\r\nOne of my favorite moments has been watching students who were once hesitant to draw become excited to try new things. They are learning that art doesn't have to be perfect—it just has to be theirs. The pride on their faces when they complete a drawing is something truly special.\r\nThank you for investing in my students' creativity, confidence, and learning. Your kindness has brought so much joy to our classroom, and the impact of your generosity will continue long after the last page is drawn.","fullyFundedDate":1780242644322,"projectUrl":"project/from-doodles-to-storytelling/10303273/","projectTitle":"From Doodles to Storytelling","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":10300893,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Monster Makers at Work!\" project! Because of your generosity, my kindergarten students received the colored pencils and cardstock they needed to bring their imaginations to life.\r\nThe moment the supplies arrived, excitement filled our classroom. My students absolutely loved creating their own unique monsters. They spent time carefully choosing colors, adding details, and giving their monsters special attributes such as extra eyes, colorful fur, giant wings, silly horns, magical powers, and even unusual favorite foods!\r\nOne of the most rewarding parts of this project was watching students proudly share their creations with one another. Each monster was completely different, and every child had a story to tell. Through this project, students practiced creativity, storytelling, fine motor skills, and self-expression while having an incredible amount of fun.\r\nOur classroom quickly transformed into a \"Monster Museum\" filled with imaginative creatures and smiling young artists. Students were excited to walk around, admire each other's work, and celebrate the creativity of their classmates. The pride they felt in their creations was truly priceless.\r\nYour kindness provided much more than art supplies. You gave my students an opportunity to dream, create, and share their ideas with confidence. Thank you for helping make learning memorable, engaging, and fun.\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for investing in our classroom and inspiring a room full of young monster makers!","fullyFundedDate":1780242644039,"projectUrl":"project/little-monsters-big-imaginations/10300893/","projectTitle":"Little Monsters, Big Imaginations","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":10276116,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, all of the materials for our garden have arrived.\r\nThe raised garden bed, flower seeds, hummingbird feeder, bird bath, and garden supplies have already sparked so much curiosity and conversation in our classroom. My students have been eagerly examining the seed packets, talking about butterflies and pollinators, and making predictions about what our garden will look like once it begins to bloom.\r\nMy students are learning about responsibility, teamwork, and caring for living things as we plan and prepare our outdoor space together. They are especially excited about attracting butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees to a habitat they will help create with their own hands.\r\nThis project is giving my students something meaningful to look forward to and an opportunity to connect classroom learning with the natural world around them. In the coming weeks, our butterfly garden will become a place of exploration, observation, and wonder.\r\nThank you for making this experience possible for my students. 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