{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Kitty McDonough Ward Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":33.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5845343,"projectId":9988556,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a buzzing laboratory of innovation! The arrival of our new STEM toys has ignited a level of excitement and curiosity that truly reminds me why I became a teacher. When we first unboxed the materials, the room was a whirlwind of energy. The students were immediately drawn to the bright colors and tactile pieces, eager to start building and testing their own ideas.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using these resources to introduce basic engineering concepts. In a recent activity, the students were challenged to build a structure tall enough to reach a \"tree branch\" using only the STEM materials.\r\n• The Specific Moment: I watched one group figure out—without any teacher intervention—that a wider base prevented their tower from toppling.\r\n• The Result: Instead of getting frustrated when things fell, they started cheering each other on to \"reinforce the foundation.\"\r\nWhat's Next?\r\nOur next step is to integrate these tools into our \"Helping Hands\" project. Students will be tasked with designing and building a \"trap\" or \"tool\" to help a fictional character solve a problem. This will help them move from free-play into purposeful, goal-oriented design.\r\nThank you for giving my students the chance to see themselves as the scientists, engineers, and creators of tomorrow. You haven't just provided toys; you've provided the building blocks for their future careers","fullyFundedDate":1768226591796,"projectUrl":"project/stem-sational-students-building-the-fut/9988556/","projectTitle":"STEM-Sational Students: Building the Future","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Grizzle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5845343_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536374231996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5845343"},{"teacherId":5528695,"projectId":9998902,"letterContent":"My students have been using the floor cushions for flexible seating and can now easily store them in the holder. The stem activities have been used daily during station rotation and during free play for them to create and explore. I can't wait to give them their bears after our kindergarten graduation for them to remember all the amazing memories created this year. Our students use the smocks during holiday rotations while making slime and painting activities to protect their clothes. \r\n\r\n Kindergarten is a balance of academic and social learning and your support has allowed me to increase the activities that they can choose to use during free play with their classmates. Thank you again for supporting our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768180903679,"projectUrl":"project/creative-in-kindergarten/9998902/","projectTitle":"Creative in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nichols","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5528695_orig.jpg?crop=2320,2320,x0,y448&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611189169524","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5528695"},{"teacherId":4838810,"projectId":10022662,"letterContent":"Thank you for your contributions to our classroom. Your contributions have given my students a wider variety of reinforcement in order to help them be more interested in lessons and work towards their goals. The art supplies have given them ways to show their creativity and work on communication goals by requesting what they want. The kitchen set has helped with their imaginary play skills.\r\nMy students are using their words more to request their wants and needs. Also, they are exploring new activities they had not played with in the past. Thank you for giving my students an opportunity to grow and learn.","fullyFundedDate":1768726616818,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-reinforcement/10022662/","projectTitle":"Classroom Reinforcement","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Forbes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4838810_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y368&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1700077321687","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4838810"},{"teacherId":9598746,"projectId":10007011,"letterContent":"Your generosity has given new life into our classroom library, and the excitement in our room is huge. Since these books arrived, our daily independent reading time has transformed from a routine task into the highlight of our day. These texts aren't just stories; they are essential tools that allow me to teach complex literacy skills like inferencing, character development, and vocabulary in context. By having a diverse range of new titles, I can finally provide \"just-right\" books that meet my students where they are, whether they are just beginning to decode or are ready to dive into more complex chapter books.\r\nThe impact is most visible during our \"book talks,\" where students eagerly share their favorite parts of these new stories with their peers. I've noticed a significant shift in my reluctant readers; several students who previously struggled to stay engaged are now the first ones at the bookshelves each morning, captivated by the vibrant illustrations and relatable characters. One student in particular, who often found reading frustrating, recently finished their first full book from this collection with a beaming smile, asking if there was a sequel. Because of your support, my students see themselves in the pages they read and feel a renewed sense of confidence in their own abilities. These books will continue to build foundational reading habits and a genuine love for literature that will stay with these children long after they leave my classroom. Thank you for investing in their futures and for making our room a library full of books they love.","fullyFundedDate":1768765505452,"projectUrl":"project/growing-readers-one-page-at-a-time/10007011/","projectTitle":"Growing Readers One Page at a Time!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9598746"},{"teacherId":10403809,"projectId":10018294,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my classroom! I was able to get some much needed supplies for my students. \r\n\r\nThrough your donation of high engagement reading materials, I have had many students reach their AR goal this semester. Also, the STEM activities have been a great motivation for my students to earn time to explore and create. Lastly, the headphones have been utilized daily, allowing students to participate in online activities and state testing.\r\n\r\nOur class sincerely appreciates your generous donation!","fullyFundedDate":1768533659863,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-reboot/10018294/","projectTitle":"Classroom Reboot","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chamberlain","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403809"},{"teacherId":4145120,"projectId":9818301,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation of classroom supplies. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experience. Because of your kindness, our classrooms are better equipped, more engaging, and full of resources that help every student succeed.\r\nThe students are already putting these supplies to great use, and their excitement is evident each day. From creative projects to everyday lessons, your contributions are helping bring learning to life. It's truly heartwarming to see how much they enjoy and appreciate these materials on a regular basis.\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for investing in our students' education. Your support not only provides essential tools but also inspires a love of learning that will stay with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1768451353150,"projectUrl":"project/paper-and-books-for-motivated-students/9818301/","projectTitle":"Paper and Books for Motivated Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williamson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4145120_orig.jpg?crop=3000,3000,x0,y190&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748468847896","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-williamson2nd"},{"teacherId":4145120,"projectId":9991152,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation of classroom supplies. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experience. Because of your kindness, our classrooms are better equipped, more engaging, and full of resources that help every student succeed.\r\nThe students are already putting these supplies to great use, and their excitement is evident each day. From creative projects to everyday lessons, your contributions are helping bring learning to life. It's truly heartwarming to see how much they enjoy and appreciate these materials on a regular basis.\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for investing in our students' education. Your support not only provides essential tools but also inspires a love of learning that will stay with them for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1768076370372,"projectUrl":"project/materials-for-a-great-year/9991152/","projectTitle":"Materials for a Great Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Williamson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4145120_orig.jpg?crop=3000,3000,x0,y190&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748468847896","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-williamson2nd"},{"teacherId":4139741,"projectId":9994914,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for our new resources! They are absolutely loving the sensory sand table and enjoy being able to use it to help calm their bodies, along with playing with each other. Their language/communication skills have increased, and they are interacting with each other in an appropriate manner when they are playing!\r\n\r\nWhen they first got the materials, they were so excited! Some of them were literally jumping up and down for joy when they saw what was inside the \"red bin!\" Their excitement grew even more when they saw all the other materials they were able to interact with, including the light table!\r\n\r\nHaving the sensory items to help them with calming their bodies has been a game-changer for my students. They can now self-regulate more quickly and independently. Thank you so much for your donation!","fullyFundedDate":1768342340342,"projectUrl":"project/helping-little-hearts-learn-big-emotions/9994914/","projectTitle":"Helping Little Hearts Learn Big Emotions","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gies","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4139741_orig.jpg?crop=1917,1917,x0,y25&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565328112304","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-perine"},{"teacherId":8603871,"projectId":10010158,"letterContent":"The provided materials for our classroom have greatly enriched our students' daily learning experiences. With these new resources, children are more engaged, curious, and excited to explore. The materials support hands-on learning, encourage creativity, and promote the development of early literacy, math, and social skills. Students are better able to collaborate, express themselves, and build confidence through meaningful play and structured activities. This grant has made a lasting impact by creating a more supportive, interactive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for our young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1768271908003,"projectUrl":"project/dramatic-play-in-the-pre-k-classroom/10010158/","projectTitle":"Dramatic Play in the Pre-K Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8603871_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699904322091","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8603871"},{"teacherId":9352261,"projectId":10012433,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Because of you, our students have had access to resources that truly enhance their learning in meaningful and engaging ways.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the new materials daily, and they've already made a noticeable impact. One memorable moment was during a recent lesson where students used the resources to collaborate on a hands-on project. They were not only more engaged, but they also demonstrated deeper understanding by asking thoughtful questions and making connections beyond the lesson. It was incredible to see their confidence grow as they explored and created.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement in the room was immediate. Students were eager to dive in, and their curiosity was evident. Many of them expressed how special it felt to have new, high-quality tools just for their learning. That sense of ownership has carried into how they use and care for the materials every day.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, these resources will continue to play a key role in our current projects. Students will be building on what they've started by working more independently and collaboratively, applying their skills in new and creative ways. We're especially excited to see how they take initiative in upcoming lessons and projects that encourage critical thinking and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly made a difference, and we are so grateful for your investment in our students' success. Thank you for helping us create a more engaging and inspiring classroom environment.","fullyFundedDate":1768529863517,"projectUrl":"project/new-years-refresh/10012433/","projectTitle":"New Year’s Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gainey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9352261"},{"teacherId":8156675,"projectId":9992736,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my project. Your donation has allowed my students to have a more engaging classroom experience. They have used whiteboards to show work and to practice lessons. The flashcards have been used for math fact practice and partner games. We have used the erasable pens to make our centers more engaging. The whisper phones have allowed students to become more confident in their reading as they can hear themselves read their stories. My class has enjoyed using all the wonderful items you helped fund for our class. This has made a positive impact on my class and classes in the future. Thank you for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1768530469650,"projectUrl":"project/creating-an-engaging-classroom/9992736/","projectTitle":"Creating an Engaging Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dalton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8156675"},{"teacherId":908072,"projectId":10028054,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom! My students are loving the new supplies! The scissors have so wonderful as they cut cleanly the first time. I also feel that this is a lot safer because the kids aren't getting frustrated with scissors that are not sharp!\r\nThe plates came in very handy when painting their clay projects. They are very excited to have all of these supplies! Right now my students are working on Egyptian masks and Mummies! They're having a lot of fun creating their own death masks. 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