{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mater Academy Bonanza","outOfStateSupporters":55.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8160602,"projectId":10009953,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my students in their creative expression. It has been such a joyful experience seeing them create new things and explore their ideas through these materials. \r\n\r\nBecause of your donations, our students were able to create enough pieces of artwork to hold their own set gallery this year. For two months, the students worked on special projects and free art projects, excitedly working each day. \r\n\r\nI saw their confidence grow and their imagination run free as they figured out ways to create new colors, make three dimensional crafts, make mixed media projects, and more. Thank you for supporting these little artists!","fullyFundedDate":1768267013857,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-budding-artists-bloom/10009953/","projectTitle":"Help My Budding Artists Bloom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alicia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8160602_orig.jpg?crop=373,373,x262,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635480431118","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8160602"},{"teacherId":7561258,"projectId":9996940,"letterContent":"The addition of cameras and sports photography equipment has made a tremendous impact on our students and athletic programs. While many people use cameras casually at home, our students are learning how technology can be used professionally in education, media, and athletics. Students are now able to capture high-quality photos and videos during games, practices, and school events, helping them develop real-world skills in photography, editing, storytelling, and digital media production.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting parts for our students is seeing themselves and their teammates highlighted in professional-style sports photos and social media posts. These moments build school pride, confidence, and excitement around our programs. Students love being able to relive big plays, victories, and team memories through high-quality images that they can share with family and friends.\r\n\r\nThe cameras have also created opportunities for students who may not always be in the spotlight. Some students have discovered a passion for sports photography, videography, and content creation behind the scenes. These students are becoming more involved in school activities, learning how to operate equipment, frame shots, edit media, and contribute creatively to our athletic programs. For many, it has become a way to connect with the school community and build skills that could lead to future careers in media, journalism, marketing, or sports production.\r\n\r\nOur athletes benefit as well. Coaches can review game footage and photos to help students improve technique, understand positioning, and celebrate growth throughout the season. Families also appreciate having access to memorable moments that capture their children's hard work and dedication.\r\n\r\nOverall, this technology has strengthened school culture, increased student engagement, and provided meaningful learning opportunities that go far beyond simply taking pictures.","fullyFundedDate":1768149104170,"projectUrl":"project/sports-photos/9996940/","projectTitle":"Sports Photos","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Rivera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7561258_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1629442780348","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/volleyball"},{"teacherId":4785730,"projectId":10034188,"letterContent":"The SEL materials and snacks have made a meaningful difference in our counseling office and have quickly become an important part of students' daily support system. Students use the SEL materials. One especially powerful moment happened during a friendship skills group when students used the new materials to role-play healthy communication and conflict resolution. Students who were once hesitant to share their feelings became more engaged and willing to participate because the activities felt safe, interactive, and supportive. The snacks have also helped students feel welcomed and cared for, especially those who arrive upset, anxious, or hungry. Many students smiled with excitement when they first saw the new resources and immediately asked when they could use them again.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our counseling office is now a space where students feel comfortable learning emotional regulation, building confidence, and practicing positive social skills. Students continue to use the materials to strengthen coping strategies, teamwork, and self-expression through ongoing counseling groups and SEL lessons. Our next steps include expanding lessons focused on emotional awareness, problem-solving, and peer relationships while giving students more opportunities to practice these skills in real-life situations. We are also creating calming corners and structured wellness activities that allow students to independently access coping tools when they need support. Thank you for giving our students resources that help them feel seen, supported, and empowered every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768746076698,"projectUrl":"project/a-safe-space-to-breathe-talk-and-heal/10034188/","projectTitle":"A Safe Space to Breathe, Talk, and Heal","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prentice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4785730"},{"teacherId":7459773,"projectId":10198826,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping our students engage in meaningful community service by supporting individuals experiencing homelessness. For students who plan to enter the medical field, this project provides valuable practice in compassionate interaction and awareness of basic health needs. By identifying these needs early, students learn how prevention plays a vital role in overall health.Our students are excited to participate in a service activity that is hands-on, easy to assemble, and allows them to clearly see the impact of their work. We will set aside several days at school to assemble the kits, and during this time, students will discuss how each item contributes to health, dignity, and wellness.","fullyFundedDate":1777304804149,"projectUrl":"project/learning-to-serve-assembling-first-aid/10198826/","projectTitle":"Learning to Serve: Assembling First Aid Pouches for Support","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Pam","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7459773_orig.jpg?crop=2560,2560,x393,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699638695473","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7459773"},{"teacherId":9447574,"projectId":10018169,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Writing Center Wonders: Tools for Young Writers.\" Because of you, our classroom writing center has come to life in a meaningful and engaging way. Students have been eagerly using the new materials during our daily work time—grabbing colorful writing tools, exploring different hand on literacy games, and confidently expressing their ideas through stories, lists, and drawings. One special moment that stood out was when a small group of students worked together to create their own \"class book,\" each contributing a page. They were so proud to read it aloud to their peers!\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement was immediate. Students' eyes lit up as they explored each new item, and many couldn't wait to get started. Even some of our more hesitant writers became motivated to participate, showing increased confidence and independence. The inviting setup has truly transformed our writing center into a space where creativity and imagination thrive.\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue building their writing skills by working on more structured storytelling, labeling their drawings, and beginning to incorporate simple sentences. We are also encouraging peer sharing and collaboration, helping students learn from one another. Your support has made a lasting impact, and we are so grateful for the opportunities you've provided our young writers to grow and shine. Thank you for believing in them!","fullyFundedDate":1774963757218,"projectUrl":"project/writing-center-wonders-tools-for-young/10018169/","projectTitle":"Writing Center Wonders: Tools for Young Writers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. G","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9447574_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709317030808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9447574"},{"teacherId":10401124,"projectId":10004438,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support for our classroom. Because of your donations, my students have been able to explore new materials that make learning more hands-on and engaging. During our recent activities, the children used these resources to build, create, and practice important skills like problem-solving and cooperation. One special moment was during our center time with the sensory bin ice cream set, where the children scooped, poured, and pretended to make different flavors. They took turns being the \"ice cream seller\" and the customer, using their imagination to serve and order treats while proudly sharing their creations. \r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with curiosity and excitement. They were eager to touch, explore, and ask questions. This enthusiasm carried throughout our lessons, helping them stay focused and motivated. The sensory bin activity brought lost of laughter and conversation as the children worked together, practiced sharing, and strengthen their fine motor skills. The new resources have truly created a more positive and interactive learning environment where every child feels encouraged to participate. \r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these materials to support our current lessons and build on what the students have learned. We plan to incorporate them into small group activities and creative projects that strengthen their skills even further. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful for the opportunities you have given our student","fullyFundedDate":1769177570612,"projectUrl":"project/growing-minds-through-play-and-discovery/10004438/","projectTitle":"Growing Minds Through Play and Discovery","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mae","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10401124"},{"teacherId":8131574,"projectId":10079869,"letterContent":"Since my students received the project \"Shapes, numbers and quantities\", they have been excited and happy to use the elements of the project to create shapes, count them and develop patterns with colors and shapes. The impact on learning has been inmediat, they are creating a lot of beautiful figures, selecting the shapes, counting how many shapes they need to create the figures, and showing a great focus and interes in learning. One more time, thank you so much for your generosity and support, you are helping kids to grow and success, and you are helping teachers to improve their work.","fullyFundedDate":1775681068668,"projectUrl":"project/quantities-shapes-and-numbers/10079869/","projectTitle":"Quantities, Shapes, and Numbers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maritza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8131574"},{"teacherId":8113241,"projectId":10005030,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom. Your donation has already made a meaningful impact on my students and our daily learning routines. The supplies, including notebooks, pencils, whiteboard markers, and anchor chart materials, are being used every single day in our math classroom with more than 100 students. These resources have helped create a more organized, engaging, and supportive learning environment where students can fully participate in lessons and practice their skills.\r\n\r\nOne of the most meaningful moments came during our recent lesson on multi-step problem solving. Students used their new notebooks to show their work step by step and explain their thinking in writing, while whiteboards and markers allowed them to quickly solve problems and receive immediate feedback. The anchor chart materials have been especially helpful as we create visual reminders of strategies such as place value, decimal operations, and fraction models. Students often refer back to these charts during independent work and small group instruction.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they were genuinely excited. Something as simple as having a fresh notebook and sharpened pencil gave them a sense of pride and ownership in their learning. Several students immediately asked when they could begin using the supplies, and their enthusiasm carried directly into the lesson.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, these resources will continue to support our upcoming units in fractions, decimals, and geometry. Students will use their notebooks as math journals to track growth, solve complex problems, and reflect on strategies that work best for them. Your generosity has not only provided essential materials, but it has also helped build confidence and excitement for learning in our classroom. Thank you for making this possible for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768461349595,"projectUrl":"project/owens-supply-refresh/10005030/","projectTitle":"Owens Supply Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Owens","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8113241_orig.jpg?crop=1500,1500,x0,y105&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633305759633","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8113241"},{"teacherId":10404132,"projectId":10019760,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our students are using the donated materials every day in their classroom centers. They enjoy pretend play, where they explore different roles and build social skills, and they are especially excited about our science center. The magnetic cars and microscope have quickly become favorites, encouraging hands-on learning and curiosity. The art materials have also helped so much our children love creating beautiful artwork and expressing their creativity in new ways.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first walked in and saw the new items, their faces lit up with excitement. They immediately rushed to the centers to explore. One of the most memorable moments was in the dramatic play area the boys were thrilled to see a barbershop setup, while the girls loved using the mannequin to braid, comb, and create beautiful hairstyles. It was amazing to see their creativity and joy.\r\n\r\nThese resources are helping support our current lessons as we learn about different careers, how magnets work, and how to use a microscope to observe small objects up close. The students think it is fascinating and so cool to see things in a new way. Thank you for making such meaningful and engaging learning experiences possible for our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1768669460831,"projectUrl":"project/young-minds/10019760/","projectTitle":"Young Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Casino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404132"},{"teacherId":8811845,"projectId":10010401,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my class! The resources that you gave us have been very very helpful. The printer is used to print out activities, parent letters, and homework practice for the students that need the extra practice. The parents especially appreciate having those letters printed for them so that they can hang them up on their fridge like a calendar so that they are up to date on all school activities.\r\nThe snacks that were donated were especially appreciated. The students loved the snacks and were excited to earn them as rewards for listening and following directions. I really appreciate the fact that my class was chosen to receive these items and i know that my students really loved them as well.","fullyFundedDate":1768501057933,"projectUrl":"project/successful-kindergarden/10010401/","projectTitle":"Successful Kindergarden","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8811845_orig.png?crop=1024,1024,x317,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768425900035","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8811845"},{"teacherId":8116728,"projectId":10018707,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation. I am a literacy strategist and I have about a hundred students receiving phonics instruction in small groups. The students range from kindergarten through fifth grade. I have been teaching my interventionist aides how to use the phonics sound boxes. Using the materials purchased with your donations have helped engage student for learning phonemic awareness, segmentation, blending, and writing. The dry erase markers and erasers are especially helpful as they are needed with both the Elkonin sound boxes and the magnetic phonics kit.\r\n\r\nI also have used the organizational materials for organizing teaching materials, progress monitoring materials, and student data.","fullyFundedDate":1768672872677,"projectUrl":"project/small-group-instruction-materials-for-rt/10018707/","projectTitle":"Small Group Instruction Materials for RTI Groups","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Iverson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8116728_orig.jpg?crop=2456,2456,x802,y243&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649209127057","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8116728"},{"teacherId":9308225,"projectId":9991491,"letterContent":"Our students are using these new materials every day during our literacy small group time. They work on strengthening their fine motor skills by forming letters with playdough using Mat Man, as well as practicing proper letter formation with magnetic lines and curves. Having individual trays and mats for each student has made a huge difference—everyone can participate at the same time without waiting, allowing for more meaningful practice and review of letters.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials were first introduced, the students were incredibly excited. They loved having their own trays and mats to build letters, and it gave them a sense of independence. Now, each child can take their time learning the letter of the week, revisit previously learned letters, and even support one another during activities.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these materials weekly as part of our letter-of-the-week instruction. We've already seen growth in letter recognition and formation. 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