{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Fay Galloway Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":44.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6566465,"projectId":10303444,"letterContent":"The mini notebooks, paint palettes, and Sharpies have already become special tools in our classroom. I use the mini notebooks as birthday gifts for my students, giving each child a little space of their own to write, draw, and record their ideas. The paint palettes and Sharpies are helping us prepare for some of our favorite creative projects, including handmade gifts for our students to share with their families. My students love having materials that feel special and personal, and they are always excited when they get to create something of their own.\r\n\r\nThese supplies allow me to give my students more opportunities to express themselves through both writing and art. As we move through the school year, we will continue using these materials for creative projects that encourage students to take pride in their work and share it with others. Thank you for helping me create a classroom where creativity is celebrated and my students can build confidence through making and creating!","fullyFundedDate":1785331555308,"projectUrl":"project/building-creativity-and-confidence-throu/10303444/","projectTitle":"Building Creativity and Confidence Through Writing and Art","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bradley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6566465_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679429091544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-nikolov"},{"teacherId":6566465,"projectId":10303443,"letterContent":"Having a complete classroom set of 30 copies of Charlotte's Web has transformed the way we can experience this beloved story together. Every student now has their own copy, allowing us to read, follow along, and discuss the book without having to share or take turns. As we read, students are strengthening their fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and ability to make inferences while exploring important themes such as friendship, kindness, courage, and compassion.\r\n\r\nReading Charlotte's Web has also given my students opportunities to talk deeply about characters, make predictions, support their thinking with evidence from the text, and connect the story to their own lives. I especially love seeing students who may not always consider themselves strong readers become invested in the characters and eager to find out what happens next. Thank you for helping make reading a shared experience that my entire class can enjoy!","fullyFundedDate":1785434909639,"projectUrl":"project/charlottes-web-part-2/10303443/","projectTitle":"Charlotte's Web part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bradley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6566465_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679429091544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-nikolov"},{"teacherId":6566465,"projectId":10303436,"letterContent":"The Charlotte's Web have made a wonderful difference in our classroom. Having enough books for students to read along together has made our novel study more engaging and accessible. Students are able to follow the story, participate in discussions, practice reading fluency and comprehension, and make connections to important themes such as friendship, kindness, and courage. Most importantly, these books have helped make reading a shared experience that my students look forward to. I am so grateful to our donors for helping bring this beloved story into our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1785257982141,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-love-of-reading-with-charlott/10303436/","projectTitle":"Building a Love of Reading with Charlotte’s Web","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bradley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6566465_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679429091544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-nikolov"},{"teacherId":6566465,"projectId":10226258,"letterContent":"This project has made a meaningful impact in our classroom by giving students access to powerful biographies about courageous individuals who overcame challenges and used their voices to create change. These books have strengthened reading comprehension as students practice identifying main ideas, making connections, asking questions, and discussing important themes such as perseverance, courage, and leadership. Reading in our classroom often includes shared read-alouds, meaningful discussions, and opportunities for students to reflect on how the lessons from these stories connect to their own lives.\r\n\r\nThese biographies have also helped students see that challenges can be overcome and that one person can make a difference in their community and beyond. We are using these books to spark conversations, build empathy, and support research and writing activities that encourage students to think critically about how individuals can create positive change. This project has made reading more engaging and purposeful while helping students grow in both literacy skills and confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1777993328958,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-bold-curious-readers/10226258/","projectTitle":"Books for Bold, Curious Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bradley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6566465_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679429091544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-nikolov"},{"teacherId":6566465,"projectId":10226250,"letterContent":"This project has already made a meaningful impact in our classroom by giving students access to engaging picture book biographies about real people who made a difference in the world. These stories help my students see that one person can make a difference through courage, perseverance, kindness, and leadership. The books have sparked curiosity, meaningful discussions, and connections between what we read and how students can positively impact the world around them.\r\n\r\nWe will be using these biographies as part of a classroom research project focused on how people can make a difference in their communities. Students will research influential individuals, explore the challenges they faced, and reflect on how their own choices, voices, and actions can create positive change. This project is strengthening reading comprehension, research skills, and empathy while helping students believe that even small actions can make a big difference.","fullyFundedDate":1778068693671,"projectUrl":"project/changing-the-world-one-story-at-a-time/10226250/","projectTitle":"Changing the World, One Story at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bradley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6566465_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1679429091544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-nikolov"},{"teacherId":6560987,"projectId":9990846,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. Because of your generosity, our students now have access to a class set of headphones and whiteboards that will make a meaningful difference in their daily learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThe headphones will allow students to fully engage in online learning programs, listen to lessons without distractions, and work independently with greater focus and confidence. The whiteboards will provide students with an interactive way to practice skills, share their thinking, and actively participate during lessons. These materials will help create a more engaging and supportive learning environment for every child in our classroom.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and willingness to invest in education truly means so much to both myself and my students. Many of our students benefit greatly from hands-on and individualized learning opportunities, and your donation helps make those opportunities possible each and every day.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our entire class, thank you for believing in our students and supporting their success. Your generosity will have a lasting impact in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768319925335,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-an-essential-part-of-the-lea/9990846/","projectTitle":"Headphones: An Essential Part of the Learning Process","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nuno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6560987_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1566561822306","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6560987"},{"teacherId":9350891,"projectId":9997919,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom and students. The students were thrilled when I told them that community members that they don't even know really care about them and their education. The students were very motivated to earn the incentive toys, and that always helps with classroom management and behavior. They also loved getting to choose from the different silly pens when they were recognized for doing something special.\r\nThe pencil boxes were a big hit as well. It is so much easier to keep their supplies contained and easily accessible, and I usually have to pay for those myself. So that was a very nice item to be able to give them. It also looks nice because they all matched. \r\nOne thing I am getting ready to do is decorate the water bottles for them to give out during our awards ceremony at end of the year celebration. Each one will be personalized to make them feel special. I am looking forward to giving them out during the last week of school. And I have enough so that I can do the same for the students entering my classroom next school year. \r\nThank you again. Your support is very appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1768150875187,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-problems-and-solutions/9997919/","projectTitle":"Classroom Problems And Solutions","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mull","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9350891"},{"teacherId":9024378,"projectId":10024824,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our fourth grade classroom. The supplies that we were able to receive thanks to your generosity, while seemingly simple, are the types of materials that keep our classroom running. I have long since lost count of how many whiteboard markers have dried out, headphones broken, and whiteboards cracked over the course of the year. We use these things every day and it is natural for wear and tear to take it's toll. Thanks to you, we are able to continue the valuable learning that these supplies allow us to have access to.","fullyFundedDate":1768669668634,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essential-refresh/10024824/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essential Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Recca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9024378_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y162&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683214460509","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9024378"},{"teacherId":10213429,"projectId":10016578,"letterContent":"From the bottom of my heart, thank you for the incredible generosity you have shown to my students. Your donations have touched our classroom in ways that go far beyond the materials themselves—you have truly made our students feel seen, cared for, and supported.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, we were able to provide hygiene items that have made a real difference in our middle school students' daily lives. Many of them now walk into school with a renewed sense of confidence, knowing they have access to essentials they may not otherwise have. That sense of dignity and security is something that cannot be measured, and it has meant so much to them.\r\n\r\nThe reward fidgets and the weighted stuffed animal have transformed our calm corner into a safe and comforting space. I have watched students who once struggled to manage their emotions find moments of peace, using these tools to calm themselves and return to learning. The weighted stuffed animal, especially, has become a source of comfort for students who need that extra reassurance during their day.\r\n\r\nWith the journals and pens you provided, we were also able to create a journaling group where students can express their thoughts and emotions freely. This has given them a voice, a space to reflect, and an opportunity to better understand themselves in a supportive environment.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom feels warmer, cozier, and more welcoming. It has become a place where students feel safe to be themselves, take emotional risks, and grow—not just academically, but personally.\r\n\r\nPlease know that your generosity has made a lasting impact. You have not only provided resources—you have given my students comfort, confidence, and a sense of belonging. We are so deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1768506893650,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-growth-beyond-the-classroom/10016578/","projectTitle":"Supporting Growth Beyond the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rojas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10213429"},{"teacherId":3669591,"projectId":9998034,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom. My energetic and curious third graders at our Title I school in Henderson now have access to resources that truly make a difference in their learning each day. Because of you, students who may not always have books or supplies at home are able to feel more confident, capable, and excited about coming to school.\r\n\r\nYour donations are already having a powerful impact. Students are eagerly reading TIME for Kids magazines and high-interest books like Goosebumps and Minecraft graphic novels, building both their comprehension and love of reading. In math, the Math War multiplication games are helping students strengthen their fact fluency in a fun, hands-on way. Everyday supplies like pencils and classroom materials are also keeping our learning time smooth and uninterrupted.\r\n\r\nYou have helped create a classroom environment where students feel supported, engaged, and proud of their progress. Thank you for investing in my students and for making a lasting difference in their educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1768265800682,"projectUrl":"project/reading-math-and-mindfulness-for-growi/9998034/","projectTitle":"Reading, Math, and Mindfulness for Growing Third Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Szynski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3669591_orig.jpg?crop=5984,5984,x0,y897&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1553138576132","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-szynski"},{"teacherId":6986732,"projectId":10005884,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my cause. Although I've worked in special education for the past 15 years, I have found the items that help my students be successful are needed for all students. Everything that was donated has been successful in helping to regulate many other students at my school.\r\nThe need for calming and soothing materials/ activities has become greater for all students. My students are so grateful that I have many things available to them to help them re-regulate their emotions and return to their learning environments in a peaceful manner. They appreciate that they have choices and that they are able to bring the item to their classroom to help maintain emotional regulation while learning.","fullyFundedDate":1768225546446,"projectUrl":"project/choose-inclusion/10005884/","projectTitle":"Choose Inclusion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Holman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6986732"},{"teacherId":9355305,"projectId":9999120,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a more interactive, organized, and engaging learning space where students are excited to participate every day.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, tools like the Epson EcoTank printer have made a meaningful difference in how students learn. Instead of relying on limited, one-time-use worksheets, I can now quickly print differentiated materials tailored to each student's needs. This allows me to adjust instruction in real time—whether a student needs extra support or more of a challenge. The ability to print, scan, and copy in one place also helps streamline lessons and gives students more opportunities to practice skills in a hands-on way.\r\n\r\nOne of the most impactful additions has been the laminating pouches and dry erase materials. By turning worksheets into reusable activities, students can practice skills repeatedly without the pressure of making mistakes. This has been especially powerful for building confidence—students are more willing to try, revise, and improve their work. The dry erase markers and laminated sheets have made learning feel more like play, which keeps students engaged for longer periods of time.\r\n\r\nStudents are especially excited about the hands-on math tools, like the ten-frame counting sets and magnetic boards. These tools bring abstract concepts to life. 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