{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Elementary School 18","outOfStateSupporters":32.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6905331,"projectId":9487861,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donations to my classroom. My students are truly enjoying using the games during centers. Having fun and learning at the same time is an amazing thing to see! Also, using the test prep cards are really helpful to use with my students that are having difficulty understanding a lesson. I have been using them in a small group and breaking down the lesson while also exposing them to questions similar to the state test. The financial literacy books are amazing and my students enjoy doing all the many activities that the book has to offer. \r\nYour donations have made such a positive impact in my classroom and I can't thank you enough. You've helped make learning fun in my classroom with all these donations!","fullyFundedDate":1755521820792,"projectUrl":"project/math-essentials-for-an-exciting-year/9487861/","projectTitle":"Math Essentials for an Exciting Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Finley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6905331_orig.jpg?crop=343,343,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1584629543989","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6905331"},{"teacherId":5405753,"projectId":9408698,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of printer ink and art supplies for our Hispanic Heritage Project. Your contribution made it possible for my students to fully engage in a meaningful and creative learning experience that celebrated Hispanic culture and history.\r\n\r\nThis year, our theme focused on creating a \"bottle buddy\" of an influential Hispanic American. My class truly enjoyed researching the lives and accomplishments of these inspiring figures and then bringing them to life through art. The materials you provided helped them express their creativity and pride in their heritage while learning about the lasting impact of Hispanic Americans.\r\n\r\nWe are also excited to continue using the supplies you donated for our upcoming Science Fair projects. Your generosity has had a lasting impact on our classroom by giving students the tools they need to learn, create, and achieve. Thank you again for helping us make these experiences possible!","fullyFundedDate":1752167918612,"projectUrl":"project/celebrating-hispanic-american-changemake/9408698/","projectTitle":"Celebrating Hispanic American Changemakers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5405753_orig.jpg?crop=2414,2414,x149,y52&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598907930371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5405753"},{"teacherId":7175990,"projectId":9695648,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our classroom now has the storage space we desperately needed! The new hard drive has made an incredible difference in how efficiently we can use technology for learning. We no longer have to worry about running out of space when saving important student work, projects, and instructional materials.\r\n\r\nMy students are thrilled to be able to access digital resources more quickly and consistently. They love exploring interactive math lessons, research projects, and multimedia presentations without the constant lag or missing files we used to experience. The new hard drive has allowed us to stay organized and has made learning feel smoother and more professional.\r\n\r\nYour support has not only improved our technology but has also boosted my students' confidence and engagement in class. Thank you for helping create a smoother, more creative learning experience for them. Your kindness truly keeps our classroom running!","fullyFundedDate":1758398665002,"projectUrl":"project/hard-drive-desperately-needed/9695648/","projectTitle":"Hard Drive Desperately Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Herbert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7175990_orig.jpg?crop=600,600,x0,y50&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1584677254516","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7175990"},{"teacherId":9756764,"projectId":9359260,"letterContent":"I want to extend my deepest thanks for supporting this project. Because of your kindness and generosity, my students now have access to the tools they need to create, explore, and connect through music in ways that were previously out of reach.\r\n\r\nYour donation is so much more than a contribution — it's a powerful investment in creativity, self-expression, and the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to experience the joy of making music. Whether it's the look of excitement when a student tries a new instrument for the first time or the confidence they gain while learning to play, your support is already making a real and lasting impact.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in this project, in my students, and in the power of music education.","fullyFundedDate":1752586537532,"projectUrl":"project/music-in-their-hands/9359260/","projectTitle":"Music in Their Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mcfarland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9756764_orig.png?crop=305,305,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726665754995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9756764"},{"teacherId":9596398,"projectId":9383783,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has been filled with joy, energy, and a whole new level of engagement in reading and writing! Your support for our \"Literacy is Fun\" project brought us so many wonderful resources that have made a real difference in our daily learning.\r\nWhen the boxes arrived, my students were so excited—it felt like a holiday morning! As we unpacked the Lakeshore Teaching Phonics Skills Activity Center and the Find & Write Blends & Digraphs Center, students immediately gathered around, eager to try the hands-on games. One student exclaimed, \"This is like reading, but it's actually fun!\" These tools have made phonics come alive in a way that worksheets never could.\r\nWe've been using the materials in small reading groups to reinforce decoding skills, and it's amazing to see how quickly students are picking up blends and digraphs. During one session, a struggling reader finally blended the sounds in \"shark\" correctly—and the whole group clapped for him. That confidence boost? You made it happen.\r\nThe colorful Sharpie markers have been a huge hit for our literacy journals and book projects. They've turned ordinary writing into creative masterpieces, and students love using different colors to highlight new vocabulary or draw story elements.\r\nThe Touchland hand sanitizers have also been a classroom favorite—especially the tropical scents! Not only do they help us stay healthy during group activities, but they've also taught the students about hygiene in a fun way. And the headphones have allowed students to use our reading apps and listen to audiobooks without distractions, creating quiet, focused reading zones all around the room.\r\nNext up, we're starting a project where students will write and illustrate their own mini-books using everything they've learned about phonics and storytelling. With your help, they're not just learning to read—they're becoming confident, creative readers and writers. Thank you for giving my students the tools they need to succeed—and for reminding them that literacy can be fun, exciting, and full of possibility. Your support has truly made a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1750168245886,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-is-fun/9383783/","projectTitle":"Literacy is Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kristen Leigh Severino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9596398"},{"teacherId":9756764,"projectId":9039130,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been buzzing with excitement and creativity! The new resources have truly transformed our learning environment and opened up incredible opportunities for our students.\r\n\r\nThe materials have not only made our music lessons more engaging, but they've also inspired a whole new level of participation and pride in their work. With the resources you helped provide, they now have the tools to experiment, practice their recorders, and share their work in ways that weren't possible before.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the gift of creativity, collaboration, and joy. Your support has made a lasting impact, and we're so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1746787360261,"projectUrl":"project/future-musiciansthe-arts/9039130/","projectTitle":"Future Musicians/The Arts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mcfarland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9756764_orig.png?crop=305,305,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726665754995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9756764"},{"teacherId":5405753,"projectId":5148632,"letterContent":"This project provided students with engaging remote learning activities during the COVID pandemic. The TPT gift card allowed me to purchase high-quality English and Social Studies resources that supported interactive, digital collaboration. Students were excited to work together online and found the activities both fun and meaningful. These resources helped maintain a strong sense of connection, curiosity, and academic growth during an especially challenging and uncertain time. Thank you so much for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1599613295416,"projectUrl":"project/digital-learning-resources/5148632/","projectTitle":"Digital Learning Resources","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5405753_orig.jpg?crop=2414,2414,x149,y52&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598907930371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5405753"},{"teacherId":9756764,"projectId":8797841,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our classroom. Your support is truly making a difference in the lives of our students and creating an environment where they can thrive and grow.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, we are able to provide our students with the tools, resources, and experiences they need to succeed academically and personally. Whether it's through updated learning materials, hands-on activities, or new classroom supplies, your kindness is helping to build a space that inspires curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning.\r\n\r\nYour belief in the power of education and commitment to our classroom means the world to us. It's not just the tangible resources you've provided, but the encouragement and hope that your gift represents. You're helping to create a brighter future for all of our students, and for that, we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity. We are so fortunate to have supporters like you!","fullyFundedDate":1731526791767,"projectUrl":"project/music-a-universal-language-for-all-stu/8797841/","projectTitle":"Music - A Universal Language for All Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mcfarland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9756764_orig.png?crop=305,305,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726665754995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9756764"},{"teacherId":9754469,"projectId":8794570,"letterContent":"Many apologies for the delay in sending out our updates. Here's what we've done over the course of the last few months; \r\n\r\nThe supplies provided to us were not only greatly appreciated but well used. Having vibrant markers, quality drawing pencils and erasers, canvas, cardstock paper, acrylic paint markers...all the lovely materials you have helped to provide for us is incredible.\r\n\r\nObviously, the kids were massively excited to crack open new materials that were dedicated just for their use. Many of them are proud to have specialty tools that the majority of their classmates don't have access to. It also gave them the ability to step up their skill sets with supplies that they normally would not have access to. \r\n\r\nThe structure of the club was to allow students to select projects from a collection of lessons I curated. All of them were more labor intensive, requiring more focus to techniques and detail. These were projects that I don't have the time and/or materials to pursue in my art class during the regular school day.\r\n\r\nOur art club officially ended at the end of our second marking period, which was February 1st. Seventh Grade students who were enrolled in the club have started the process of building a body of work for next year's High School application process. \r\n\r\nEighth Grade students who stayed the course during this time built digital portfolios of their work to present to the art programs of their choice, along with letters of recommendation from me. \r\n\r\nThus far,4 the club has been very successful. We've had 3 Eighth Grade students out of 10 in the club accepted to either Rosa Parks Arts High School or PCTI in Passaic County, NJ. Currently, several still have pending interviews scheduled and are awaiting a final determination. \r\n\r\nI truly believe that having access to these materials, combined with their work ethic and a passion for art provided the creative space for amazing growth in each student. I am truly humbled and extremely proud of what these kids have accomplished.","fullyFundedDate":1727289246977,"projectUrl":"project/lets-create-a-new-wave-of-21st-century/8794570/","projectTitle":"Let's Create a New Wave of 21st. 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