{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Walter Jacobson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":57.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9023479,"projectId":10024526,"letterContent":"Hands on learning is important for my students. My students get very excited when we get a new item for our classroom. They immediately want to use it! The items donated have been interesting to them and thus helps with their learning.\r\nLearning social skills and taking turns is a huge part of my classroom goals for my students. The puzzles and marble run activities really help with this.\r\nThe reading and phonics materials will assist my students in advancing from their reading and skill level. From phonics to begging readers, sight word-building, and continuing onto words with blends, these items have added so much to our classroom experience!","fullyFundedDate":1768669853403,"projectUrl":"project/big-support-for-little-learners-with-aut/10024526/","projectTitle":"Big Support for Little Learners with Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9023479"},{"teacherId":10402026,"projectId":10009080,"letterContent":"Thank you for choosing to support my classroom reading and carpet project. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our daily learning environment.\r\nWhen our first boxes of books arrived, my students spent over an hour exploring them with excitement and curiosity. The books came in four separate boxes, and my students quickly learned what that meant—everything else would pause so we could open each box together and discover what was inside.\r\nThese books have become an essential part of our daily routine. Students independently choose to visit the classroom library, especially on Monday mornings after being away for the weekend. When they complete tasks and need downtime, they are often found reading in the library or lying on the carpet with a book in hand. In fact, I now have \"Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?\" memorized—because it is requested at least once every single day!\r\nWhen our new carpet arrived, I was ecstatic. I even included a picture of the day I rolled it out and tested it myself—I joked that the night janitors might find me sleeping there! This carpet has quickly become the heart of our classroom. Students read, play, learn, and rest on it throughout the day, and I am often right there on the floor with them.\r\nIn our Early Childhood documentation photos, the difference is clear. Instead of a worn and stained space, students are now learning and playing on a clean, soft, and welcoming carpet. In a classroom serving students with autism, having access to a comfortable, structured space and engaging, developmentally appropriate reading materials is especially important, as it supports attention, communication, and early literacy development while helping students feel safe and regulated.\r\nYour donations have truly helped create a classroom environment where students feel safe, valued, and excited to learn and explore.\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for making a lasting impact on my students' daily experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1768240594223,"projectUrl":"project/kids-autism-carpet-and-book-update/10009080/","projectTitle":"Kids' Autism Carpet and Book Update","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Perry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402026"},{"teacherId":10411067,"projectId":10037286,"letterContent":"Our new recess resources have transformed playtime. Students eagerly choose magnifying glasses, binoculars, and rainbow flags to explore, observe, and create imaginative games. \r\n\r\nOne favorite moment was watching a group investigate tiny bugs together, proudly sharing discoveries. When they first saw the items, they cheered and rushed to try everything. Next, students will use these tools to begin simple nature‑noticing journals that build curiosity and confidence. Now they run to the wagon at every recess and discuss what the item of the day should be!","fullyFundedDate":1768751509083,"projectUrl":"project/play-explore-create-together/10037286/","projectTitle":"Play, Explore, Create Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bozarth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10411067"},{"teacherId":9219632,"projectId":9994740,"letterContent":"\"Foundations for Success: From Pencils to Podiums\" has made an immediate difference in our classroom. With consistent access to basic supplies, my students can focus on learning instead of worrying about what they don't have. I've seen them participate more confidently, stay organized, and take greater pride in their work.\r\n\r\nThese materials support the daily habits that help young learners grow—from early writing skills to the communication skills they'll use in future presentations and leadership moments. Most importantly, your generosity shows my students that their success matters. That encouragement stays with them far beyond the supplies themselves.","fullyFundedDate":1768173310004,"projectUrl":"project/foundations-for-success-from-pencils-to/9994740/","projectTitle":"Foundations for Success: From Pencils to Podiums","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9219632_orig.png?crop=288,288,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699546942144","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9219632"},{"teacherId":10402938,"projectId":10013276,"letterContent":"Our new resources have become a huge part of how we celebrate student achievements this semester. Each time students reach a milestone; academically, behaviorally, or through consistent effort they get to choose from the new items, board games, and hands‑on activities that were added to our classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, they were very excited. Some immediately pointed out the games they recognized from home, others were excited to see activities they'd never tried before. For many of them, having access to fresh, high‑quality items felt like a real celebration of their hard work and it motivated them to keep pushing themselves throughout the semester.\r\n\r\nNow that these resources are part of our achievement system, the next step is helping students use them to build stronger social skills, teamwork, and problem‑solving. We're incorporating the games into small‑group rotations and using the hands‑on activities as part of our goal‑setting lessons. Students are learning how to plan, collaborate, and reflect on their choices skills that will carry into the rest of the school year. Your support didn't just give them rewards; it gave them meaningful tools for growth, connection, and joy.","fullyFundedDate":1768438811916,"projectUrl":"project/rewarding-achievement-in-and-out-of-the/10013276/","projectTitle":"Rewarding Achievement in and Out of the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Navarro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10402938_orig.jpg?crop=556,556,x0,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768240733329","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402938"},{"teacherId":7528091,"projectId":10022789,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible support of our 2nd grade classroom here in Las Vegas. Your thoughtful gifts—books, headphones, computer mice for our Chromebooks, and essential school supplies—have made an immediate and meaningful difference in our students' daily learning experience. With access to engaging books, our students are building a love for reading and strengthening their literacy skills. The headphones and mice have allowed each child to fully participate in digital lessons with greater independence, focus, and confidence.\r\n\r\nAs a Title I school, resources like these are truly transformative for our classroom. Your generosity has helped create a more equitable and enriching learning environment where every student has the tools they need to succeed. Beyond the materials themselves, your kindness sends a powerful message to our students—that their education matters and that people care about their growth and future. We are deeply grateful for your support and the positive impact you've made on our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1768672017656,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-classroom-library-and-supplie/10022789/","projectTitle":"Building a Classroom Library and supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Miller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7528091_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y41&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599776967495","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7528091"},{"teacherId":5330373,"projectId":10015742,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful donation to provide my students with a writing intervention. Fine motor and writing are a major area of concern for our students and prior to your donation we did not have a solid program to use for intervention. Thanks to your donation of Writing Without Tears we know have something to pull from to help us develop solid writing interventions for our students to use. \r\n\r\nThis is going to impact so many of our students who struggle with handwriting and other fine motor skills. Having this intervention available to use will make such an impact for all of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1768496175919,"projectUrl":"project/some-fine-handwriting/10015742/","projectTitle":"Some Fine Handwriting!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moreno","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5330373"},{"teacherId":3280903,"projectId":9988733,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful donation to my classroom. This gave my classroom a much needed refresh. My small group area is now well organized and put together which allows me to pull 6 groups of intervention students a day effectively. We have a comfortable teacher chair and all of the materials for groups organized in the metal file folders you contributed too. I don't know what I would have done without these. \r\n\r\nYour donation has also given me some supplies such as a three hole punch to help keep things even more organized. Students paperwork is now stored in file cabinets and folders which makes it easy to locate and provide to others as needed. Thank you so much for this donation to my classroom. \r\n\r\nIn addition, the supply donation has ensured that we have the supplies necessary to organize and plan for family engagement events. We were able to put together supplies that we use for these events.","fullyFundedDate":1768085270971,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-refresh/9988733/","projectTitle":"Classroom Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harrison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3280903_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1450296267365","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/harrisonkindergarten"},{"teacherId":696155,"projectId":10045257,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in supporting our \"Take a Reading Adventure\" project! These new books have sparked a wave of excitement throughout our elementary library. Because these titles cover such a wide range of high-interest topics—from fascinating animals and science to captivating stories—there is truly something for every student. Seeing the children's faces light up as they discover a new book on a subject they love is a testament to the impact of your gift.\r\n\r\nIn our library, reading is more than just a quiet activity; it is a gateway to new worlds and essential literacy skills. These resources are being checked out by students across all grade levels, helping them develop critical thinking, vocabulary, and a genuine lifelong love for reading. Whether it's a kindergartner flipping through their first picture book or an older student diving into a complex mystery, your contribution is providing the tools they need to succeed and grow. We are so grateful for your investment in our young readers!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Davis","fullyFundedDate":1771035099042,"projectUrl":"project/take-a-reading-adventure/10045257/","projectTitle":"Take a Reading Adventure","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp696155_orig.jpg?crop=2775,2776,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633035783474","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/696155"},{"teacherId":696155,"projectId":10020942,"letterContent":"The arrival of our new stump and leaf seating has completely transformed our \"Reading in the Woods\" initiative! When the students first saw the materials, their eyes lit up with pure wonder; they couldn't wait to \"take a seat on nature\" and dive into their books. During our dedicated Reading Week, we used these versatile pieces to anchor a full outdoor camping scene, where students gathered around for campfire stories and independent reading. The whimsical design of the furniture immediately lowered the barrier for some of my more reluctant readers, turning a standard school activity into an imaginative adventure.\r\n\r\nNow that Reading Week has concluded, the stumps and leaves have found a permanent home in our library's woodland scene. This area has quickly become the most popular spot in the school! Students love the flexibility of the furniture, often rearranging the \"leaves\" to create cozy nooks or grouping the \"stumps\" together for collaborative book discussions. This has been a wonderful addition to the library.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n\r\nMrs. Davis","fullyFundedDate":1768608525117,"projectUrl":"project/reading-in-the-woods/10020942/","projectTitle":"Reading in the Woods","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp696155_orig.jpg?crop=2775,2776,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633035783474","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/696155"},{"teacherId":10405651,"projectId":10027098,"letterContent":"My students and I have been so excited to start using these new resources! We recently used them during a hands-on project where students worked in small groups to apply what they've been learning in a more interactive way. One moment that stood out was seeing students who are usually more reserved step up and take leadership roles—these materials really encouraged collaboration and confidence. Especially in our pilot program that utilizes older students stepping up to mentor younger peers. Together they have created a project using many of the different arts and crafts materials bought through Donors Choose. \r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were full of excitement and curiosity. They were eager to dive in right away! It truly brought a new level of energy into the classroom and made learning feel fresh and engaging.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue building on this experience by applying what they've learned to a larger project. They'll be working on deepening their understanding, reflecting on their progress, and sharing their work with peers. These next steps will help reinforce key skills like critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork. Thank you again for making these meaningful learning experiences possible for our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1769027420551,"projectUrl":"project/growing-readers-writers-thinkers/10027098/","projectTitle":"Growing Readers, Writers, & Thinkers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Parker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10405651_orig.jpg?crop=914,914,x0,y268&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769186638361","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10405651"},{"teacherId":7052344,"projectId":10005761,"letterContent":"Our new calming corner has quickly become one of the most meaningful spaces in our classroom. When the materials arrived and we set it up with the soft rug, pillows, calming lights, and books, the students' eyes immediately lit up. They were so excited to explore the space and asked thoughtful questions about how they could use it. We talked together about how the calming corner is a place for taking deep breaths, reading quietly, and helping our minds and bodies feel ready to learn. Since then, students have been using it to reset their emotions and refocus. One special moment happened during a reading block when a student who was feeling overwhelmed asked to spend a few minutes in the calming corner. They chose a book about emotions, sat with a pillow, and after a short break were able to return to the lesson calm and ready to participate again.\r\n\r\nAs we continue building social-emotional skills in our classroom, the calming corner will remain an important part of our daily routine. Students are learning how to recognize their emotions and practice strategies that help them regulate and return to learning. The books from the calming corner are also becoming a valuable part of our lessons, helping guide conversations about feelings, empathy, and problem-solving. 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