{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Northwest Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":55.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3034874,"projectId":10254106,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! I am deeply grateful for your support in bringing these wonderful art tools into our classroom. Our room is officially an art studio, and there are so many beautiful \"masterpieces in the making\" happening every day!\r\n\r\nFor young children, art isn't just about making something pretty—it is a vital way for them to express their feelings, tell stories before they can fully write, and build the essential fine motor skills they need for holding pencils and cutting with scissors. Before your donation, our creative tools were limited. Now, thanks to you, our shelves are stocked with vibrant, accessible materials that invite every child to explore.\r\n\r\nSeeing the pure concentration on their faces while they work, and the absolute pride they feel when they hold up something they created entirely on their own, is the best part of my day. You haven't just given us art supplies; you've given my students a voice, a creative outlet, and a safe space to imagine and grow. Thank you for investing in our tiny artists!","fullyFundedDate":1777986159892,"projectUrl":"project/masterpieces-in-the-making-tools-for-ti/10254106/","projectTitle":"Masterpieces in the Making: Tools for Tiny Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3034874_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778019792550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wilkerson"},{"teacherId":3034874,"projectId":10099321,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! I am deeply grateful for your support in providing our classroom with the essential basic supplies our students need for a true \"Kindergarten Kickstart.\"\r\n\r\nStarting school is a massive milestone, and having the right tools on day one makes all the difference in the world. Before your donation, making sure every single little learner had equal access to the everyday basics could be a challenge. Now, thanks to you, our shelves are stocked, and every student has exactly what they need to write, draw, cut, create, and explore.\r\n\r\nWhen children don't have to worry about missing tools, they can focus entirely on the joy of learning, making friends, and building confidence. Seeing their faces light up as they open fresh supplies and dive into their daily activities is a beautiful reminder of your impact. You haven't just given us markers, paper, and pencils; you've given my kindergarteners a strong, equitable foundation for the rest of the school year.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and kicking off our learning journey with so much love!","fullyFundedDate":1777579419548,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-kickstart-basic-supplies-f/10099321/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Kickstart: Basic Supplies for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3034874_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778019792550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wilkerson"},{"teacherId":3034874,"projectId":10254496,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! I am deeply grateful for your support in bringing these flexible seating options into our classroom. Everyone truly has a \"front row seat to success\" now!\r\n\r\nBefore your donation, finding a comfortable spot where students could sit together, focus, and feel cozy during independent reading or group lessons was a challenge. Now, our floor space has been completely transformed. The students are absolutely thrilled with their new seats, and there is a newfound sense of excitement whenever it is time to gather together.\r\n\r\nProviding young learners with choices in how they sit does wonders for their focus, physical comfort, and engagement. Seeing them settle in, collaborate beautifully with their peers, and dive into their work with a smile is the absolute best part of my day. You haven't just given us furniture; you've created a warm, welcoming community space where my students feel valued and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and making such a lasting difference!","fullyFundedDate":1778026122281,"projectUrl":"project/front-row-seats-to-success/10254496/","projectTitle":"Front Row Seats to Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3034874_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778019792550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wilkerson"},{"teacherId":3034874,"projectId":9999766,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! I am so grateful for your support in bringing these creative, hands-on tools into our kindergarten classroom.\r\n\r\nKindergarteners learn best when they can use their hands to explore, build, and create. Before your beautiful donation, it was a challenge to ensure every student had the interactive materials they needed to fully engage with our lessons. Now, thanks to you, our creative centers are stocked and ready to inspire!\r\n\r\nWatching my students' faces light up as they explore these new tools, collaborate with their peers, and discover new concepts through hands-on play is the absolute best part of teaching. You haven't just provided our classroom with wonderful supplies; you've given these young learners the confidence to explore their imagination and a true excitement for coming to school every day.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and making a lasting difference in the lives of my little learners!","fullyFundedDate":1774971312405,"projectUrl":"project/creative-kindergarten-tools-for-hands-o/9999766/","projectTitle":"Creative Kindergarten: Tools for Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3034874_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778019792550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wilkerson"},{"teacherId":3034874,"projectId":9872921,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful generosity and care! Because of your support, we are fully prepared for whatever \"oops\" moments come our way, and our little learners can keep their focus exactly where it belongs: on learning and playing.\r\n\r\nBefore these supplies arrived, a bathroom accident or a giant recess mud puddle could completely derail a student's afternoon. It often meant a stressful call home or an uncomfortable wait. Now, we have a reliable stash of clean, cozy, and properly sized spare clothes ready to go at a moment's notice.\r\n\r\nThe peace of mind this gives both me and my students is incredible. When a spill happens, we handle it quietly, protect their dignity, and get them right back to their friends without skipping a beat. Thank you for providing the essential comfort and care that lets our students feel safe and supported every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1763320938477,"projectUrl":"project/oops-happens-extra-clothes-for-little-l/9872921/","projectTitle":"Oops Happens! 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These educational games have made practicing reading and math feel less like a task and more like a challenge my students are excited to take on together.\r\n\r\nSeeing them collaborate, cheer each other on, and master new concepts through play has been absolutely incredible. Your kindness hasn't just provided our room with fantastic learning games—you have sparked a genuine joy for discovery and learning in my students. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1762561109201,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-for-learning-math-and-literacy/9869959/","projectTitle":"Game On for Learning! Math and Literacy Fun Ahead","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3034874_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778019792550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wilkerson"},{"teacherId":3034874,"projectId":9671575,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Because of your support, our classroom is buzzing with excitement, and our \"little learners\" are already building some incredibly big math skills.\r\n\r\nBefore these materials arrived, it could be a challenge to make abstract math concepts feel real and accessible for young minds. Now, thanks to you, math time has completely transformed into a hands-on adventure. Whether the students are using new manipulatives to count, sorting shapes, or playing math games that make problem-solving feel like playtime, they are completely engaged.\r\n\r\nSeeing their faces light up when a concept finally \"clicks\" is the absolute best part of teaching, and you made those moments possible. You haven't just given us classroom supplies; you've given my students the confidence to see themselves as capable mathematicians. We are so incredibly grateful for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1757423372904,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-math-skills/9671575/","projectTitle":"Little Learners, Big Math Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3034874_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778019792550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wilkerson"},{"teacherId":8108116,"projectId":6802696,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to everyone who supported our DonorsChoose project. Your generosity has provided our classroom with engaging, hands-on math materials that will make learning more meaningful and enjoyable for every student. Because of your kindness, our students will have access to exciting resources like the Learning Resources Froggy Feeding Fun Activity Set, My First Math Dice, the hand2mind Cactus Counting Activity Set, counting counters, ten frame manipulatives, colorful polyhedral dice, the Oodles of Aliens Sorting Saucer, and the Pop for Addition & Subtraction Math Game.\r\n\r\nThese interactive math tools will help students build essential skills in counting, sorting, number recognition, addition, subtraction, and problem-solving through play-based learning. The hands-on activities encourage collaboration, critical thinking, and confidence while making abstract math concepts easier to understand. By engaging multiple learning styles, these resources will help all students participate, explore, and develop a strong foundation in mathematics.\r\n\r\nYour support extends far beyond providing classroom supplies—it creates opportunities for joyful learning and lasting academic growth. Our students are excited to use these new materials, and we know they will have a positive impact on their learning throughout the school year. On behalf of our entire classroom, thank you for believing in our students and investing in their future. Your generosity truly makes a difference, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1662717435795,"projectUrl":"project/counting-is-the-first-step/6802696/","projectTitle":"Counting Is the First Step","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Place","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8108116_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633098245387","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lisaplace"},{"teacherId":3034874,"projectId":9899215,"letterContent":"Dear Donors,\r\nThank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our \"Crafting Our Way Through Kindergarten!\" project. Your support means the world to our classroom and will have a lasting impact on my students' learning experience.\r\nIn kindergarten, hands-on learning is essential. Many of the concepts we explore—from letter formation to basic math—come to life when children can use their hands to create. With the materials you have provided, my students now have the tools they need to express their creativity while building the fine motor skills necessary for writing and academic success.\r\nThese art and craft supplies do more than just fill a bin; they provide a gateway for my students to engage with our curriculum in a way that feels like play. Whether they are building a 3D model of a habitat we're studying or using tactile materials to practice counting, your gift allows them to take pride in their work and fosters a genuine love for coming to school each day.\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and for believing in the potential of these young learners. We are so grateful for your kindness!","fullyFundedDate":1765298695436,"projectUrl":"project/crafting-our-way-through-kindergarten/9899215/","projectTitle":"Crafting Our Way Through Kindergarten!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3034874_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778019792550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wilkerson"},{"teacherId":3034874,"projectId":9951683,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our amazing kindergarteners and for helping to provide the materials they need to do their best learning! With your help, we have been able to create so many fun, engaging learning games to support individual skills and goals in both math and reading. We are using our sticky wall hooks to make materials more accessible, freeing up time for learning instead of searching for the things we need. We appreciate all of your support in allowing our amazing little learners to focus on their learning in engaging ways! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1769949877919,"projectUrl":"project/helping-learning-stick-in-kindergarten/9951683/","projectTitle":"Helping Learning Stick in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilkerson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3034874_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778019792550","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wilkerson"},{"teacherId":1928932,"projectId":9579461,"letterContent":"This project provided us with so many key items that we use every day. Students are ready and focused when they hear the doorbell chime. We have been able to move through our daily work slides more quickly and efficiently with the presentation clicker. Our brand new headphones are easy to store in the shoe organizer. We made these great holiday gifts with cad stock and lamination pouches.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for choosing to support my students. We appreciate your kindness and generosity. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you!!","fullyFundedDate":1762267545838,"projectUrl":"project/ding-dong/9579461/","projectTitle":"Ding Dong","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kubat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1928932_orig.jpg?crop=512,512,x0,y73&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1588731180936","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1928932"},{"teacherId":3034874,"projectId":9547364,"letterContent":"Your support provides essential supplies that give our youngest learners the tools they need to engage with letters, numbers, and creative activities from day one. 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