{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Dr Claude G Perkins Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":52.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4189472,"projectId":10208903,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our literacy service project inspired by Service Stars. Because of your generosity, our students will grow not only as readers and writers, but also as leaders making a meaningful difference in our school and community.\r\n\r\nThe new books and literacy materials have brought excitement and energy into our classroom. Reading in our classroom is active, engaging, and student-centered. Students work together in reading groups, discuss characters and themes, practice fluency while reading aloud, and use writing journals to reflect on their learning. Many students eagerly grab books during independent reading time and enjoy sharing recommendations with classmates.\r\n\r\nThese new texts will help strengthen important literacy skills such as comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, critical thinking, and written responses. Students are learning to make connections to texts, ask thoughtful questions, support their ideas with evidence, and communicate clearly through speaking and writing activities. Beyond academics, the books are also encouraging empathy, confidence, creativity, and a deeper love of reading.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding parts of this project has been watching students take ownership of the literacy initiative. Students have proudly created flyers, organized book donations, sorted books, and prepared literacy kits to share with others. They especially enjoy participating in reading activities with younger students and seeing the excitement books bring to others in our community.\r\n\r\nYour support has done so much more than provide books and supplies. You have helped create opportunities for students to become compassionate leaders, confident readers, and active members of their community. Thank you for believing in our students and helping inspire a lifelong love of literacy.","fullyFundedDate":1779116273590,"projectUrl":"project/community-kindness-literacy/10208903/","projectTitle":"Community, Kindness, Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Heard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4189472_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1626069912165","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/heardthat2025"},{"teacherId":9346375,"projectId":10010571,"letterContent":"Because of your support, our students now have access to technology that is making learning more engaging, accessible, and independent. The iPad has helped students participate more actively in lessons, practice skills at their own pace, and stay focused during small-group and independent work. It has also given them a new way to demonstrate what they know through educational apps, interactive activities, and creative assignments.\r\nWhat excites my students most is being able to use a device that feels current, flexible, and fun while still supporting their learning needs. Many students are especially drawn to the hands-on features, quick feedback, and the ability to work more independently. This has been especially meaningful for students who need extra support, including English learners, students who benefit from visual learning, and students who need more time or practice to build confidence.\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our students' success. Your generosity is helping create a learning environment where every child has a better chance to grow, participate, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1770316478084,"projectUrl":"project/an-ipad-to-boost-engagement-access-and/10010571/","projectTitle":"An iPad to Boost Engagement, Access, and Independence","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. PANGAN","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9346375_orig.jpg?crop=873,873,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768185991892","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9346375"},{"teacherId":8072566,"projectId":10018791,"letterContent":"With the sublimation printer, I was able to create personalized educational materials, classroom visuals, motivational rewards, and hands-on learning tools that made lessons more exciting and meaningful for students. Custom learning resources helped students feel more connected to what they were learning while making instruction more engaging and interactive.\r\n\r\nThis printer also allowed me to create personalized incentives and classroom rewards that encouraged positive behavior, responsibility, and academic effort. Small personalized items had a huge impact on student motivation, especially for young learners who thrived on recognition and encouragement.\r\n\r\nBeyond classroom management, the sublimation printer helped me create materials for special events, family engagement activities, student celebrations, and classroom projects that students took pride in. It allowed me to bring creativity into our classroom while making learning feel more personal and memorable.\r\n\r\nAs a Title I teacher, resources were often limited, and many of the extras that helped classrooms feel welcoming and inspiring came directly from teachers' personal funds. This project helped provide tools that enhanced both learning and classroom culture without adding additional financial strain.\r\n\r\nThanks to generous support, my students felt more celebrated, inspired, and excited to learn each day. The sublimation printer became a valuable tool that helped create a positive and engaging classroom","fullyFundedDate":1770156313635,"projectUrl":"project/printing-bright-learning-for-first-grade/10018791/","projectTitle":"Printing Bright Learning for First Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ringold","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8072566_orig.jpg?crop=328,328,x86,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631894121113","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8072566"},{"teacherId":8072566,"projectId":10010729,"letterContent":"I have seen firsthand how having a class prize store has made a meaningful difference in my classroom. What may seem like small rewards have created a big impact on my students' motivation, behavior, and classroom community.\r\n\r\nThe prize store has encouraged students to make positive choices each day. They work harder to stay focused, complete assignments, follow classroom expectations, and show kindness toward their classmates because they know their efforts are recognized and celebrated. For many of my students, this system provides immediate encouragement that helps build lasting habits of responsibility and self-discipline.\r\n\r\nThe prize store has also helped create excitement around learning. Students are more engaged in lessons, eager to participate, and motivated to put forth their best effort. Even simple rewards can make students feel proud of their accomplishments and remind them that hard work matters.\r\n\r\nBeyond motivation, the prize store has strengthened our classroom culture. It promotes goal setting, patience, and decision-making as students save points for items they truly want. It has also helped create a positive environment where students celebrate success, encourage one another, and feel connected to our classroom community.\r\n\r\nAs a Title I classroom, many of my students face challenges outside of school, and small incentives can make a tremendous difference in helping them feel successful, valued, and excited to come to school each day. Supporting our classroom prize store means supporting student motivation, confidence, and positive behavior in ways that directly impact learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for considering supporting our students and helping us continue creating a classroom where hard work is celebrated and every child feels encouraged to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1770156469043,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-classroom-where-every-first-g/10010729/","projectTitle":"Creating a Classroom Where Every First Grader Can Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ringold","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8072566_orig.jpg?crop=328,328,x86,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631894121113","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8072566"},{"teacherId":10414075,"projectId":10045918,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of a color printer and ink for our classroom. Your support has provided my students with something truly invaluable: a voice. In a classroom with non-verbal learners, communication isn't just about speaking it's about seeing. With this new printer, I am now able to create PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) icons. Students can now hand me a clear, colorful picture to tell me they are hungry, need a break, or want to play. Because of the ink you provided, I can print personalized photos of the students' actual belongings and favorite items, making their communication tools much more effective and relatable.\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and for making such a profound difference in the lives of these amazing children.","fullyFundedDate":1769127090618,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-talk/10045918/","projectTitle":"Tools for Talk","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. G","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414075"},{"teacherId":10407232,"projectId":10030285,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generous support of our \"Print to Learn\" project. Because of your kindness and commitment to education, our classroom now has access to a printer that is transforming the way my students learn and engage with their lessons each day. Your donation has made a meaningful and immediate impact, and I truly appreciate your investment in my students' success.\r\nWith this new printer, I am able to create high-quality, colorful materials that bring learning to life in ways that were not possible before. Many of my students are visual learners, and having access to vibrant images, charts and clearly printed resources helps them better understand and retain important concepts. From reading activities and math practice and hands on projects, the ability to print in color has made our lessons more engaging, interactive, and effective.\r\nThis resource also allows me to better differentiate instruction for my students. I can now easily create customized materials that meet a wide range of learning needs, ensuring that every student feels supported and included. \r\nMost importantly, your generosity has shown my students that there are people who care deeply about their education. Thank you again for your thoughtful contribution.","fullyFundedDate":1769177568182,"projectUrl":"project/print-to-learn/10030285/","projectTitle":"Print to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Acera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10407232"},{"teacherId":9121395,"projectId":10004526,"letterContent":"Since introducing educational puzzles, I have seen increased student engagement, confidence, and perseverance. Students eagerly use them and are developing stronger critical thinking and problem-solving skills by trying new strategies and learning from mistakes. They collaborate more, share ideas, and support one another, building communication and teamwork skills. The hands-on nature of the puzzles allows all learners to participate successfully. Overall, these materials have created a more engaging and positive classroom environment where students feel motivated and capable.","fullyFundedDate":1768445843828,"projectUrl":"project/educational-puzzles/10004526/","projectTitle":"Educational Puzzles","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Dyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9121395"},{"teacherId":6873669,"projectId":10002563,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and for making a meaningful difference in our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to new materials that they absolutely love and benefit from every day.\r\n\r\nWe are using these resources during break time and as part of our reinforcement system for positive behavior and completed work. One special moment that stood out was when a student who had been working hard to stay focused earned time with the materials. Seeing the excitement and pride on their face as they engaged with the items was truly rewarding. It not only motivated that student, but also encouraged others to put forth their best effort.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their reactions were filled with excitement and joy. Their eyes lit up, and many of them couldn't wait to explore and use them. It created an immediate sense of engagement and positivity in our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue to use these resources to support our current lessons by incorporating them as incentives and tools to build focus, independence, and positive behaviors. These materials are helping create a structured and encouraging learning environment where students feel motivated to succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for investing in my students' growth and happiness. Your support truly makes a difference every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1768176410347,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-games-materials-for/10002563/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning: Games & Materials for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruby","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6873669_orig.jpg?crop=540,540,x0,y131&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1600213860188","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6873669"},{"teacherId":1999744,"projectId":10080400,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students will now have access to an iPad with an Apple Pencil, along with the protective case and screen protector needed to keep these tools safe for years to come.\r\n\r\nThis technology will make a meaningful difference in how my students learn. It will allow me to model strategies, annotate texts, and solve problems step by step while providing real-time feedback. Students will be able to actively engage with lessons, demonstrate their thinking, and participate in digital learning experiences that support a wide range of learning needs.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps create opportunities for more interactive, accessible, and personalized learning in our classroom. Most importantly, it empowers students to feel confident, capable, and excited about their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and their future. Your support truly makes a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1770229565246,"projectUrl":"project/technology-activities/10080400/","projectTitle":"Technology Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stinnett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1999744_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1470892021832","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-stinnett"},{"teacherId":8157043,"projectId":10002118,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our class store. Since receiving our items, we have been able to purchase from our class store on a more consistent schedule. In our class, we have classroom jobs, unused bathroom passes, and homework completion checks that we get money for. We use this money to purchase items that we would like to have from our store. \r\nThis incentive has improve behaviors TREMENDOUSLY since the kiddos know they can receive money in order to get what they want. It has also taught them about spending and saving because if there is something they want to buy and do not have enough for it, they know to work harder to earn the money so they can spend. It has been a great addition to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768177485944,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-for-everyone/10002118/","projectTitle":"Incentives for EVERYONE!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Saunders","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8157043"},{"teacherId":8810507,"projectId":9992783,"letterContent":"Thank you for the donations and do know that they went toward an educational program for my kids in our Life Skills class. Starfall is able to give them an educational experience online at the same time as playing games that hold their attention. Because these children need more attention when being taught, Starfall allows me to have them practicing while I am able to work one-on-one with another student and touch on specific goals listed in separate IEPs. Along with Starfall I also purchased snacks for my class such as popcorn and pass this out during breaks or as incentives to continue them with assignments or simple requests. All is appreciated, thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1768137452491,"projectUrl":"project/educational-entertainment/9992783/","projectTitle":"Educational Entertainment","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Roach","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8810507"},{"teacherId":4189472,"projectId":10017800,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Because of your generosity, my students now have staplers, sheet covers, lamination sheets, whiteboards, and a Black History book and the adults have a comfortable chair to work with students in small group. These resources have already made a big difference in our daily learning.\r\n\r\nStudents are using the whiteboards during lessons to quickly write answers, solve problems, and share their thinking. It has made participation more engaging because every student can respond at the same time. The staplers and sheet covers help students organize and protect their work, especially when we create writing portfolios and save important projects. The lamination sheets allow us to preserve anchor charts and reusable activities so they can be used throughout the year.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, the students were very excited and eager to start using them right away. 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