{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wakonda Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":39.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9503047,"projectId":9711040,"letterContent":"The Christmas gifts have brought so much joy to our classroom and created a truly special moment for our students. One memorable experience was watching students open their gifts together and immediately begin sharing smiles, thank-yous, and excitement with their classmates. It turned into a beautiful lesson in kindness, gratitude, and community.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the gifts, their reactions were priceless—wide eyes, big smiles, and lots of happy chatter. Many students expressed how special and appreciated they felt, knowing that people outside our classroom cared enough to make their holiday brighter.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, these gifts will continue to support our classroom beyond the holiday season. Students will use them as tools for learning, creativity, and positive reinforcement as we head into the new year. Your kindness has helped create lasting memories and a warm, supportive environment where every child feels valued and celebrated.","fullyFundedDate":1765202525406,"projectUrl":"project/help-bring-holiday-magic-to-the-classroo/9711040/","projectTitle":"Help Bring Holiday Magic to the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9503047_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x216,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718716347408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9503047"},{"teacherId":9503047,"projectId":9653822,"letterContent":"Our classroom snacks have already made a meaningful difference in our students' day. One powerful moment was during afternoon learning time, when students were able to grab a healthy snack and refocus on their work. Having snacks available helped students stay energized, calm, and ready to learn, especially during longer instructional periods.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the snacks, their faces lit up with excitement and gratitude. Many shared that having a snack at school helps them feel more comfortable and ready to participate. It created a sense of care and community in our classroom, reminding students that their well-being matters.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our next steps include continuing to use snacks to support student focus and learning throughout the day. Snacks will be available during independent work, small-group instruction, and testing times to help students stay engaged and do their best. Your support ensures that students can focus on learning without distractions, and it has truly made a positive impact on our classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1765202524084,"projectUrl":"project/snack-smart-fueling-young-minds/9653822/","projectTitle":"Snack Smart: Fueling Young Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9503047_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x216,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718716347408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9503047"},{"teacherId":9503047,"projectId":9581334,"letterContent":"We are already putting our new classroom supplies to great use every day! One special moment was during our independent work time when students were able to choose the materials they needed from the new supplies to complete their projects. They showed so much independence and pride as they organized their work and used the tools responsibly. Having easy access to these resources has helped students stay focused, engaged, and confident in their learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to explore, ask questions, and begin using the supplies right away. Many students shared how having their own organized materials made them feel \"like real scholars,\" and it created a positive buzz throughout the classroom.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our next steps include using these supplies to support ongoing lessons in reading, writing, and math. Students will use them for small-group instruction, hands-on learning activities, and collaborative projects that encourage creativity and problem-solving. These resources will continue to support a well-organized, welcoming classroom where every student has what they need to succeed. We are so grateful for your support and the lasting impact it is making on our students' learning.","fullyFundedDate":1765202524953,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies-for-bright-minds/9581334/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies for Bright Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9503047_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x216,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718716347408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9503047"},{"teacherId":7495046,"projectId":9486618,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of craft supplies for my second graders. Your kindness has already sparked so much creativity in our classroom. With new materials to explore, my students are eager to experiment, build, decorate, and imagine. These supplies have opened the door for more hands-on learning and meaningful self-expression, allowing each child to show their unique ideas and personality through art.\r\n\r\nPlease know how truly grateful we are for your support. Your contribution has brought excitement, joy, and confidence to our students, and we feel deep gratitude for the opportunities you've made possible. Because of you, our classroom is brighter, more engaging, and full of inspired young learners who can't wait to create something new every day. Thank you for believing in our kids and investing in their growth.","fullyFundedDate":1757506787013,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-needs-2025-26/9486618/","projectTitle":"Classroom Needs 2025-26!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gunter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7495046"},{"teacherId":9067527,"projectId":9363131,"letterContent":"These headphones have already made a big difference for my students. A lot of our donors use technology at home, but in the classroom it works a little different. My kids use learning apps every day for reading, math, and testing practice. The headphones help them stay focused and block out all the noise in our loud and energetic room. Instead of getting distracted, they can really zone in on their lessons and move at their own pace.\r\n\r\nThe best part for my students is that they finally feel like they have their own space to work. When they put those headphones on, they feel grown and independent. It makes the apps more fun and helps them stay confident while they learn.\r\n\r\nA few of my students who struggle with attention have really warmed up to the headphones. They are able to finish full lessons without stopping or losing track. I have one student who used to get frustrated with the noise around him, but now he puts his headphones on and goes straight into his reading app with no hesitation. It has helped him feel successful, and you can see how proud he is.\r\n\r\nOverall, these headphones have helped create a calm learning environment and have given my students the tools they need to focus and grow. We are so thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1752256248128,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-hear-success-loud-and-c/9363131/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Hear Success Loud and Clear","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Muhammad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9067527_orig.png?crop=1018,1018,x0,y47&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736441721073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9067527"},{"teacherId":9067527,"projectId":9726561,"letterContent":"Thanks to your amazing support, my students were beyond excited to receive their new Beyblades! The moment I opened the box, the whole class lit up — cheers, smiles, and pure excitement filled the room. Many of my students had only seen Beyblades on TV or heard about them from friends, so being able to hold and use their own was a huge deal. It instantly brought our class together and sparked so much joy.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the Beyblades for team challenges that build focus, strategy, and sportsmanship. Students take turns battling while practicing patience, problem-solving, and learning how to win and lose respectfully. It's been a fun and creative way to connect lessons about fair play, following directions, and critical thinking — all through something they truly love.\r\n\r\nNext, we're planning a \"Beyblade Tournament Day\" where students will design brackets, track wins, and even do some math work tied to their battles. This project has created a positive and exciting classroom atmosphere where learning feels like play. Thank you for helping bring this joy, motivation, and teamwork into our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1758636633012,"projectUrl":"project/battle-and-bond-beyblades-for-social-sk/9726561/","projectTitle":"Battle and Bond: Beyblades for Social Skills and Teamwork","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Muhammad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9067527_orig.png?crop=1018,1018,x0,y47&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736441721073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9067527"},{"teacherId":9067527,"projectId":9677179,"letterContent":"Dear donors,\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous support, my cheerleaders were able to receive brand new pom poms — and they couldn't be more excited! The moment I handed them out, their faces lit up with pride and joy. They instantly started practicing cheers and learning new routines, eager to show off their school spirit. For many of my students, this was their very first time having real pom poms, and it made them feel like an official team.\r\n\r\nWe debuted the new pom poms at our school's soccer game, and the energy was amazing! The crowd loved seeing the team perform, and the students' confidence was through the roof. They felt united, proud, and motivated to keep practicing and improving. Having real cheer gear made them take even more pride in representing their school and supporting their classmates.\r\n\r\nNext, we're preparing for our upcoming basketball season and planning to use the pom poms during pep rallies and school events. Your donation didn't just provide supplies — it gave my cheerleaders a sense of belonging and school pride that will carry on all year long. Thank you for believing in them and helping make this moment possible!","fullyFundedDate":1758202927451,"projectUrl":"project/cheer-poms-for-cheerleaders/9677179/","projectTitle":"Cheer Poms for Cheerleaders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Muhammad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9067527_orig.png?crop=1018,1018,x0,y47&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736441721073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9067527"},{"teacherId":9503047,"projectId":9582243,"letterContent":"My students and I have been putting the new materials to great use! We've been using the hands-on word work games and puzzles during our literacy centers. These activities have made learning more interactive and helped students strengthen their spelling and vocabulary skills while working together. It's been amazing to see how much more confident they are when tackling new words.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, their faces lit up! They were so excited to dive in and couldn't wait to try everything out. Many of them immediately started talking about which game they wanted to play first—it was such a joyful moment to see their enthusiasm for learning.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be using these resources to support small group reading and writing projects. Students will apply what they've learned through the games to create short stories and presentations that highlight their growing language skills. I'm so grateful for the support that made this possible—it's truly making a difference in our classroom every day!","fullyFundedDate":1757506786493,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-engineering-from-squish-to-st/9582243/","projectTitle":"\"Hands-On Engineering: From Squish to Structure\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9503047_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x216,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718716347408","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9503047"},{"teacherId":9067527,"projectId":9416976,"letterContent":"When the pinnies, parachute, chalk, and games arrived, my students could hardly wait to get outside and try everything. Our first day using the CATCH pinnies for flag football was such a hit — students quickly organized teams and showed great sportsmanship while playing. The glow-in-the-dark capture-the-flag set has become a favorite during our Fun Friday afternoons, and students love working together to strategize and win as a team.\r\n\r\nThe sidewalk chalk has turned our blacktop into an outdoor art gallery, with students creating colorful designs and even practicing spelling and math facts outside. The parachute and toss-and-catch games have been a great way to get everyone moving and working together during brain breaks.\r\n\r\nThese activities have helped my students build teamwork, communication, and creativity while also staying active. Our next step is to use these resources to create class challenges where students earn points for teamwork and cooperation, encouraging them to practice these skills even more.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping make learning fun and active — your generosity has turned our playground into a space for both play and growth!","fullyFundedDate":1750256238651,"projectUrl":"project/building-teamwork-and-creativity-through/9416976/","projectTitle":"Building Teamwork and Creativity Through Play","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Muhammad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9067527_orig.png?crop=1018,1018,x0,y47&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736441721073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9067527"},{"teacherId":9067527,"projectId":9219770,"letterContent":"When the snacks arrived, my students were so excited! They couldn't believe someone cared enough to make sure they wouldn't have to sit through class hungry. We set up a \"Snack Station\" in our classroom where students can get a snack if they missed breakfast or if they've earned it for showing focus and hard work.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was when a student who had come in late and missed breakfast got to choose a snack before starting math. He was able to stay focused and finish all of his work with a smile on his face, something that doesn't always happen when hunger is in the way.\r\n\r\nNow, when students meet their goals or come in hungry, they know they have the fuel they need to stay engaged. Our next step is to keep building those good habits and celebrating the progress we're making together, especially as we work hard to get ready for our upcoming tests.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students what they need to stay focused and feel ready to learn. Your generosity is making a huge difference every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1746699584984,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-focus-snacks-for-hungry-hardwo/9219770/","projectTitle":"Fueling Focus: Snacks for Hungry, Hardworking Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Muhammad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9067527_orig.png?crop=1018,1018,x0,y47&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736441721073","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9067527"},{"teacherId":10115320,"projectId":9545045,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the items! It has been such a big hit in our classroom. The first day the new fidget toys came in all of my students just absolutely loved them. I allow my students to have a fidget at the rug during morning meeting to keep them seated and those have been very beneficial for keeping my students occupied while maintaining focus in morning meeting. Anytime the students see a box now in the classroom, they keep looking in it for more gifts because they loved it all so much! The light up animal has been a huge class favorite and students have been seeking sitting by it when dis regulated and enjoy changing the colors.","fullyFundedDate":1754915100776,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-special-education-teacher/9545045/","projectTitle":"First Year Special Education Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Westbrook","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10115320"},{"teacherId":9067527,"projectId":9207989,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support of Printing for Success: Essential Classroom Resources, my students have experienced a huge boost in their learning and engagement. Many of our donors may use technology at home, but in our classroom, these resources are transforming the way students learn every day. For example, having reliable printing materials allows students to quickly access worksheets, practice activities, and creative projects without delays—giving them more time to focus on learning rather than waiting for resources.\r\n\r\nThe students are most excited about being able to see their work come to life immediately. They love having materials that are clear, colorful, and ready to use, which makes lessons feel more interactive and fun. For many students, especially those who need extra practice or hands-on learning, having these resources has been a game-changer. I've noticed that students who were sometimes hesitant to participate are now more confident and eager to engage because they can easily access the tools they need.\r\n\r\nOverall, this technology is helping every student in my class feel more capable, involved, and proud of their learning. 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