{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Washington Avenue Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":44.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3569411,"projectId":9694022,"letterContent":"Our new Qubits STEM building sets have brought an exciting spark to our classroom. When students first opened the boxes, many weren't quite sure what to make of the unusual pieces. But very quickly, curiosity took over. They began experimenting, collaborating, and testing different ways to connect the parts. It was amazing to watch their problem-solving skills and creativity emerge as they built towers, bridges, and shapes they had never created before. These materials truly pushed them to think in new ways and explore engineering concepts hands-on.\r\n\r\nAs we continue using Qubits, students will apply them during upcoming engineering challenges where they'll plan, build, test, and improve their designs. We'll be focusing on stability, balance, and innovative solutions—skills that translate directly into our STEM curriculum. Thanks to this project, my students now have a meaningful, engaging tool that encourages exploration and gives them the confidence to tackle more complex STEM tasks. We are so grateful for the impact these materials are already having.","fullyFundedDate":1757709541233,"projectUrl":"project/building-future-engineers-with-qubits/9694022/","projectTitle":"Building Future Engineers with Qubits","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3569411_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520891926368","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-burns"},{"teacherId":4854168,"projectId":9421774,"letterContent":"We are delighted to share the amazing impact your generosity has had on our students! Thanks to you, we were able to acquire the IQ Builder STEM Learning Toys, and the energy in our classroom has been transformed.\r\n\r\nThe students LOVE these sets! When they first saw the materials—especially the unique balls used for connections—their reaction was immediate excitement. This set is now the first center to fill up every time. No one hesitates; they dive right into building!\r\n\r\nWe are using the IQ Builders regularly. They are a huge favorite because the connecting balls allow students to make all sorts of different, creative, multi-dimensional creations. This resource is fostering incredible collaboration and applied engineering skills every single day. Thank you for igniting their love for hands-on STEM!","fullyFundedDate":1757710130132,"projectUrl":"project/buildng-bright-minds/9421774/","projectTitle":"Buildng Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4854168_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506866597371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wasburns"},{"teacherId":3569411,"projectId":9694107,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our Hypertile project — your generosity is already making a real difference. From the moment the tiles arrived, my students have been buzzing with curiosity. At first, many of them were unsure how to use them: they hesitated, asked for instructions, or simply held them in their hands trying to figure them out. But once we dove in, the room transformed. Students started combining tiles in creative ways, building structures, experimenting with patterns, and collaborating to solve design challenges.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, students are working together more, sharing ideas, and supporting each other when someone gets stuck. What began as a tricky introduction has become a favorite part of our day. I've watched quieter kids grow in confidence, offering suggestions and asking questions. More outgoing students took leadership roles, guiding their peers and fostering teamwork.\r\n\r\n Thank you again for giving my students the chance to think outside the box, build together, and grow both creatively and academically.\r\nWith gratitude,","fullyFundedDate":1762265300722,"projectUrl":"project/building-together-hypertile-blocks-for/9694107/","projectTitle":"Building Together: Hypertile Blocks for Creativity and Inclusion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3569411_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520891926368","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-burns"},{"teacherId":4854168,"projectId":9811358,"letterContent":"We are absolutely thrilled to share the incredible impact your generosity has had on our students here in the library and during our STEM Club! Thanks to your contributions, we were able to acquire the Clixo wheels and Qubits building sets, and the transformation in student engagement has been immediate.\r\n\r\nThe moment the boxes arrived, the energy in the room was palpable. My students, even the typically reserved ones, gathered around with wide-eyed curiosity. When they first saw the colorful, flexible Clixo wheels and the unique magnetic connectors of the Qubits, their reaction was pure excitement. There were audible gasps and immediate calls of \"Can we touch them?!\" and \"Let's build something huge!\" This initial spark of curiosity has carried over into every session.\r\n\r\nWe are actively using these new resources in both our Library class and our STEM Club. In the Library, the sets have become a fantastic station for early finishers and a creative tool to illustrate structural concepts found in books.\r\n\r\nThe Clixo wheels have been a particular favorite, especially in the STEM Club. Students are drawn to the satisfying magnetic snap and the way the flexible plastic allows for dynamic, moving creations—they've built everything from self-propelling vehicles to imaginative biological models.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our students this incredible resource and a \"peek\" into the exciting world of STEM right here in our library.","fullyFundedDate":1763584555376,"projectUrl":"project/click-snap-create/9811358/","projectTitle":"Click, Snap, Create!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4854168_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506866597371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wasburns"},{"teacherId":4854168,"projectId":9694069,"letterContent":"When our new Clixo STEM sets arrived, my students could hardly contain their excitement! They couldn't wait to open the box and start snapping, twisting, and building. The room was buzzing with laughter and creativity as they made flowers, bouncing balls, silly monsters, and all sorts of wild inventions!\r\n\r\nOur K–2 students have loved exploring with Clixo. It's amazing to watch their imaginations take off — they work together, share ideas, and proudly show off their colorful creations. These magnetic pieces have quickly become one of our favorite STEM stations!\r\n\r\nNext, we'll be using Clixo for design challenges — like building a bridge or creating something that moves. Thank you for helping us bring hands-on fun and creativity to our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1759425903048,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-build-creativity-and-inclusion-i/9694069/","projectTitle":"Help Me Build Creativity and Inclusion in Our Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kelly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4854168_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506866597371","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wasburns"},{"teacherId":376917,"projectId":9192430,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. My students and I really appreciate the chair pockets because they have helped the students to learn how to organize their desks. They use the chair pockets to store Agenda Book, homework folders and any other items that need to go home daily. I can see that their organizational skills are improving!\r\n We also appreciate the beautiful headphones. Many of my students need the headphones to concentrate on their online assignments. I personally would like to thank you for the corkboard. I am able to keep track of important papers by putting them onto my board.\r\n I am eagerly awaiting the shipment of the water bottle holders! We will definitely put them to good use!","fullyFundedDate":1749726986057,"projectUrl":"project/start-september-superbly/9192430/","projectTitle":"Start September Superbly!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. L.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp376917_orig.jpg?crop=1909,1909,x269,y1354&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572538788803","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/376917"},{"teacherId":3569411,"projectId":8905150,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our library has become an even more vibrant, welcoming, and inspiring space for all of our students!\r\n\r\nWith your help, we were able to hang beautifully framed reading posters throughout the library, featuring inclusive and engaging titles like \"¡Vamos! Let's Go Read,\" \"Cat Ninja,\" \"Gustavo the Shy Ghost,\" and \"Knight Owl.\" These characters are student favorites—and seeing them celebrated on the walls helps our readers feel represented, motivated, and excited to explore books that reflect their interests and identities.\r\n\r\nBecause of this project, students are walking into a space that immediately sparks curiosity and pride in reading. The posters aren't just decorations—they've become conversation starters, book request drivers, and visual reminders that reading is for everyone.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping create a space where all readers feel seen, welcome, and inspired. Your support makes a lasting difference in our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1733236915736,"projectUrl":"project/reading-oasis-inspiring-students-throug/8905150/","projectTitle":"Reading Oasis: Inspiring Students Through Art and Words","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Burns","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3569411_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520891926368","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/s-burns"},{"teacherId":4854168,"projectId":8965517,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, our library has been transformed into a hands-on, interactive learning space where students from kindergarten through fifth grade are excited to explore, create, and grow!\r\n\r\nThe Genius Osmo Kits you helped provide have become an instant favorite among students. The Tangram pieces spark collaboration and critical thinking, as students work together to solve puzzles and recognize patterns. The Numbers and Words kits have turned learning into play, reinforcing essential math and literacy skills in a way that feels like a game—not a lesson.\r\n\r\nStudents come into the library eager to try new challenges, support one another, and share their Osmo creations. These kits have given our learners the chance to engage with technology in meaningful ways, building not only academic skills but also confidence, communication, and joy.\r\n\r\nWe're so grateful for your support. 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