{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":26.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9700828,"projectId":9210869,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of your kindness, my students will have access to much-needed snacks to help them stay focused and energized throughout the day, and a brand-new rug that will create a warm, inviting space for learning and connection. These may seem like simple things, but in our classroom, they make all the difference. Snacks help my students concentrate and learn without the distraction of hunger, and our new rug will be a welcoming spot for group discussions, story time, and building a sense of community.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes far beyond the items you funded—it sends a powerful message to my students that there are people in the world who believe in them and want to see them succeed. This act of kindness will not only make our days brighter, but it will also inspire my students to dream bigger and give back when they can. We are so grateful for your support, and we will think of you often as we gather on our rug and share snacks during our learning time. Thank you for making our classroom a better, happier place to be.","fullyFundedDate":1744668366749,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-refresh/9210869/","projectTitle":"Classroom Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Denny","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9700828_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726082069942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-denny"},{"teacherId":9700828,"projectId":9193426,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your incredibly thoughtful donations of snacks and a beautiful new classroom rug. Your generosity has made such a positive impact on our third-grade class, and I am truly grateful.\r\n\r\nThe students were beyond excited when they received their snacks, and it was wonderful to see their faces light up. It's amazing how something as simple as a snack can make such a difference in their day. Having full bellies helps them stay focused and ready to learn, and I've already noticed how much more engaged they are during lessons.\r\n\r\nThe new classroom rug is just as appreciated! It has become the perfect spot for our reading time and group activities. The kids love gathering around it, and it brings a cozy, welcoming feel to the room. It's truly made our classroom even more inviting and comfortable for learning.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, the students are thriving, and they feel cared for in ways that go beyond just the academic. Your kindness has created a positive, energetic atmosphere that makes learning even more exciting for all of us.","fullyFundedDate":1742919143691,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-year-push/9193426/","projectTitle":"End of Year Push","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Denny","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9700828_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726082069942","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-denny"},{"teacherId":9754500,"projectId":8794664,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contributions to our classroom for our Neon themed Art Show! Your contributions have allowed us to work on our projects in a wonderful way! We have been working steadily on various projects throughout the school year but have already completed a few that you will see in the following photos I have posted in this slideshow!\r\nMy students were so very excited to see our new supplies, and overjoyed! They are loving all the neon in our classroom! They love color but the new bright colors allow for some new looks and ideas!\r\nI cannot wait to share out these supplies with my other schools as the school year continues!\r\nThank you so very much for helping my students! We appreciate your generosity so much!","fullyFundedDate":1734807017609,"projectUrl":"project/light-in-the-dark-a-neon-art-show/8794664/","projectTitle":"Light in the Dark - A Neon Art Show","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. LeProwse","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9754500"},{"teacherId":9750605,"projectId":8785420,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project. With your generous donations the kids at our school have been provided a quiet, inviting, and comforting space to work on reading and math facts. Because of you, our students have seen an increase in both math and reading scores as well as increased confidence and self esteem. This space has made small group lessons come to life, and given our students a place to complete hands-on projects. Thank you for making it possible for our students to have the most inclusive learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1727216164650,"projectUrl":"project/meeting-room-frenzy/8785420/","projectTitle":"Meeting Room Frenzy","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Zahler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9750605"},{"teacherId":8304745,"projectId":8757091,"letterContent":"On behalf of West, I want to extend our gratitude for your generous donation of books. Your contribution has made a significant impact on our students' learning experience. The new books have not only enriched our library but have also sparked a renewed interest in reading among our students. Your support is helping us cultivate a love for learning and literacy that will benefit our students for years to come.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply appreciative of your commitment to education and your willingness to invest in our students' futures. Your generosity is a testament to the positive change that can be achieved when individuals like you step forward to support our community. Thank you once again for your kindness and for making a difference in the lives of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1727376820836,"projectUrl":"project/expanding-minds-in-the-library/8757091/","projectTitle":"Expanding Minds in the Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dennehy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8304745"},{"teacherId":9752240,"projectId":8789836,"letterContent":"My Kindergarten students were so excited to receive our additional Little Spot of Emotion program. They have learned to put words to their emotions were so excited to have more books to explore and learn about more complex emotions. Their favorite books by far have been the Little Spot Holiday books! They have counted down to each book at the turn of each month and are so happy to see what the spots are up to during the upcoming holidays. I enjoy the holiday books because students are introduced to emotions they may be feeling during the holidays and months, and it gives vocabulary to use during these times. Each holiday book also came with an activity that we complete as a class or independently. \r\n\r\nYour donation elevated our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1726759493738,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-comprehension-through-emotional/8789836/","projectTitle":"Literacy Comprehension Through Emotional Understanding","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9752240_orig.jpg?crop=1333,1333,x0,y71&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726519424007","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9752240"},{"teacherId":9743318,"projectId":8766849,"letterContent":"Thank you for your kind donations. These donations have impacted my students in a positive way. My exceptional learners love using their whiteboards to write and do math problems and write sentences. They love using their pillows at circle so they have their own personal space. 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