{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ashland Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":40.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4571818,"projectId":6429168,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project and believing in my students. My first graders are amazing and incredibly resilient. Every day, they arrive eager to learn, but many are significantly below grade level and often face materials that feel out of reach. Your generosity is helping to bridge that gap.\r\n\r\nWith your support, I will be able to purchase engaging, developmentally appropriate resources from Teachers Pay Teachers. These high-quality, hands-on materials will allow me to create premade learning centers and small group activities that meet my students where they are. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, they'll be able to practice foundational skills through meaningful, interactive lessons designed for their needs.\r\n\r\nI know these resources will make a difference—not only by building core academic skills, but by growing my students' love of learning. Thank you for giving them the tools they need for success and for believing in their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1652886647978,"projectUrl":"project/read-write-and-learn-together/6429168/","projectTitle":"Read, Write and Learn Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jackson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4571818_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516109101636","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/little-scholars"},{"teacherId":4571818,"projectId":8998963,"letterContent":"I am deeply grateful for your support of my classroom. 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These immersive moments brought the wonders of agriculture to life, sparking curiosity and fostering a deeper understanding of where food comes from.\r\nBudget limitations and the lingering effects of COVID have made traditional field trips difficult to organize. However, virtual reality technology, like the Meta Quest VR Headset, breaks down barriers and creates opportunities for my students to experience the world in ways they never imagined. It provides an inclusive and accessible platform, ensuring every student, regardless of socioeconomic status or ability, can participate fully in this enriching experience.\r\nThrough VR, my students can immerse themselves in a safe, controlled environment that captivates their attention and helps them engage with content in meaningful ways. They'll witness the milking process, see how chickens are fed, and explore the beauty of a pumpkin patch—all without leaving the classroom. 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This year, my students explored the theme of \"Then and Now,\" comparing how people, places, and things have changed over time. Your generosity allowed us to add a Shark RV2001 AI Robot Vacuum to our study, giving students a fascinating, hands-on look at how technology evolves to make everyday life easier.\r\n\r\nWhen the robot vacuum first arrived, many students were unsure—and even a little afraid. Most had never seen one before and weren't sure what it was or what it could do. Over time, they gained confidence and curiosity. They learned that a robot vacuum is not just a cleaning tool, but a programmed machine that requires instructions, much like the other coding activities we do in class with tools like the Code-a-Pillar.\r\n\r\nThe excitement of seeing an old-fashioned vacuum next to a robotic one made our lessons on change and innovation come alive. 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