{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Robbins Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":42.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6461202,"projectId":10747664,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Second Grade Food Pantry Project!\r\n\r\nYour kindness is helping our students make a meaningful difference in the lives of families in our community. Through this project, our students are learning that even small acts of kindness can have a BIG impact. By us collecting and you donating food to our local food pantry, they are helping provide essential items to families who may be struggling to put food on the table.\r\n\r\nMore importantly, this project teaches our students the value of compassion, empathy, and giving back to others. They are discovering that being a good citizen means looking beyond ourselves and finding ways to help those in need.\r\n\r\nThank you for being part of our mission to spread kindness and make our community a better place, one act of service at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1792771798421,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-hearts-second-graders/10747664/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Hearts: Second Graders Give Back","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6461202"},{"teacherId":4778253,"projectId":10252033,"letterContent":"We have begun our exploration of plants! We have planted seeds in different conditions. They include: 1. with water and light, 2. With water but without light, and 3. Without water and With light. Students learned that seeds can sprout without light, but the leaves turn yellow and some red. Students learned that seeds can grow without water when their is moisture in the soil, but don't if there is no moisture already in the soil. Students observed the seasonal pumpkins and learned that they decompose faster when open. They also learned that the seeds can sprout even if not cared for because they can get moisture from the decomposing pumpkin. We are about to explore the topic of seed dispersal with some of the plants that were grown from last school year. These experiences are happening because of the greenhouse! Our raised beds are being put together by a local Scout group. Studentscare currently exploring what plants might be best to grow in the raised beds. We will begin to prepare the raised beds with soil and compost when they are built. Students will soon decide as a team what they want to grow. We are grateful for these learning opportunities because they make learning fun!","fullyFundedDate":1778222452844,"projectUrl":"project/from-seeds-to-plants/10252033/","projectTitle":"From Seeds to Plants","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wiseman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4778253_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504916823374","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-catherinewiseman"},{"teacherId":127581,"projectId":10237845,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project! I am so excited to have received these new books for my classroom. I LOVE to read books aloud to my students, and they love listening to them! I love adding new books to my library of read alouds. Having new authors to share with my students is so exciting for me. Reading is such an important skill and this is one way to share the love of reading with my students. Thank you again for your generosity to my classroom and students. It truly means so much!","fullyFundedDate":1787840548196,"projectUrl":"project/i-love-reading/10237845/","projectTitle":"I Love Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tindall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/127581"},{"teacherId":127680,"projectId":10747569,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our 100+ Acts of Kindness Mission! Our goal is to spread kindness, positivity, and love throughout our school community all year long. With your support, our second graders will learn that even the smallest acts of kindness can make a BIG difference!\r\n\r\nWe will begin by hanging inspirational posters throughout our school to remind everyone who enters that they are valued, important, and cared for. Next, we will surprise students and staff with positive affirmation cards containing special messages to brighten their days and remind them just how wonderful they are. We will also spread joy by randomly sharing small gifts, including bracelets, stickers, handwritten cards, and sweet treats!\r\n\r\nFinally, we will host an exciting Kindness Sing-Along! We will invite classes to join us for a special day filled with popular songs that celebrate kindness, friendship, and caring for others. It will be a joyful opportunity to bring our school community together and remind everyone of the power of kindness.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students will have the opportunity to become kindness ambassadors, learning firsthand that they have the power to make others feel seen, valued, and loved. These experiences will help our young learners understand that kindness isn't just something we talk about; it's something we put into action every day.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our second graders spread more than 100 acts of kindness and create a school community where everyone feels they belong! Your support is helping us plant seeds of compassion that we hope will continue to grow for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1792769075068,"projectUrl":"project/100-acts-of-kindness-spreading-love-thr/10747569/","projectTitle":"100 Acts of Kindness: Spreading Love Throughout Our School","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ayling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp127680_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458473741281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/127680"},{"teacherId":127680,"projectId":10712190,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our snack project! Your generosity will help make sure our students have nutritious snacks to fuel their growing minds and bodies throughout the school day. Many of our students come to school with unique needs, and having a snack can make a meaningful difference in their ability to focus, learn, and feel cared for. We are truly grateful for your kindness and for helping us take care of our children. Feeding children is a wonderful expample of love and care. Thank you for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1791045473436,"projectUrl":"project/who-wants-a-snack/10712190/","projectTitle":"Who Wants a Snack?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ayling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp127680_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458473741281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/127680"},{"teacherId":6742645,"projectId":10717786,"letterContent":"This dental hygiene project will make a meaningful difference for our students and families. More than 400 children will receive a toothbrush and toothpaste—simple necessities that can be difficult for many of our families to provide consistently. Beyond the supplies, this project teaches children that their health matters and gives them the tools to develop healthy habits and confidence in caring for themselves.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for the generosity that makes this possible. When a community comes together to support children, we remind them that they are valued, cared for, and never alone. Thank you for helping us care for our children together and give them the healthy start they deserve.","fullyFundedDate":1791145815228,"projectUrl":"project/bright-smiles-building-healthy-dental-h/10717786/","projectTitle":"Bright Smiles: Building Healthy Dental Habits","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Delvaux","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6742645"},{"teacherId":3932026,"projectId":10713561,"letterContent":"This project will bring a little extra warmth and joy to our second graders during the cold winter months. In December, each student will receive a new pair of warm gloves, along with a cup of hot chocolate and a special cookie treat. For our students, this will be more than simply receiving winter items—it will be a meaningful experience that shows them they are cared for.\r\n\r\nOur school serves a high-needs community, and something as basic as a warm pair of gloves can make a real difference for a child. Providing gloves for every second grader will help ensure that all of our students have something warm to wear during the winter, regardless of their family's circumstances. Most importantly, every child will receive the same special gift, creating a sense of inclusion and belonging.\r\n\r\nThe hot chocolate and cookie celebration will turn the distribution into a special classroom experience. We want our students to feel the warmth of the season while enjoying time together as a class. We will use this opportunity to talk about kindness, generosity, and the importance of caring for others.\r\n\r\nOur students will learn that people in the world care about them and are willing to help make their lives a little brighter. They will also learn that kindness is something they can give to others. We will encourage them to think about simple ways they can show care and concern for their classmates, families, and community.\r\n\r\nThis project will warm their hands, warm their hearts, and create a December memory that they can carry with them. We are grateful for the generosity that will allow us to give our students not only something they need, but also an experience filled with kindness, joy, and connection.","fullyFundedDate":1791061453777,"projectUrl":"project/warm-hands-warm-hearts/10713561/","projectTitle":"Warm Hands - Warm Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Manutti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3932026_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474592805920","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/angela-guagliardi"},{"teacherId":6461202,"projectId":10717913,"letterContent":"Receiving a new pair of fuzzy socks for every second grader will be a special blessing for our students. What may seem like a simple gift became so much more than a warm pair of socks. It became an experience that reminded our children that there are people in the world who care about them, think about their needs, and want to make their lives a little brighter.\r\n\r\nOur students were incredibly excited to receive their fuzzy socks. Their faces will lite up as they chose their pairs and feel how soft and cozy they were. For many of our students, having something new that was purchased especially for them is a meaningful experience. \r\n\r\nIn a school community where many families face financial challenges, providing a basic comfort item to every child helps ensure that no student feels left out or different because of what their family may or may not be able to provide.\r\n\r\nThe impact of this project will reach far beyond keeping little feet warm. It opened the door to an important conversation about kindness, generosity, and caring for others. Our students will learn that there are people they may never meet who are willing to give their time, resources, and generosity to help children. They will learn that kindness can come from unexpected places and that caring for someone does not always mean knowing them personally.\r\n\r\nThis project helped our students understand that the world is filled with people who want to make a positive difference. They learned that even a small act of kindness can have a big impact on someone else. A pair of fuzzy socks may be a small gift, but the message behind the gift is powerful: You matter. You are cared about. Someone believes you deserve to be warm, comfortable, and happy.\r\n\r\nOne of the most beautiful parts of this project was that every second grader received the same special gift. No child was singled out because of financial need. Everyone was included. Every child could experience the excitement of receiving something new, soft, and comforting. This created a sense of community and helped reinforce the idea that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and kindness.\r\n\r\nThe fuzzy socks also provided a wonderful reminder that learning does not only happen through textbooks and academic lessons. Our students learned an important life lesson about empathy. They learned","fullyFundedDate":1791145325367,"projectUrl":"project/warm-feet-a-little-comfort-for-every-s/10717913/","projectTitle":"Warm Feet - A Little Comfort for Every Second Grader","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6461202"},{"teacherId":2201629,"projectId":10254897,"letterContent":"Thank You for Helping Us Have Fun While We Learn!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project, \"Let's Have Fun While We Learn!\" Your generosity provided engaging learning games that made a meaningful difference in my first grade classroom. Because of your support, students were able to practice important skills in a fun, interactive, and exciting way.\r\nThe hands-on activities made learning more enjoyable and helped students feel confident and successful. Students were excited to participate, and even those who sometimes felt hesitant about academic work became more engaged and willing to try. The games allowed students to learn at their own pace while giving them opportunities to review skills, learn from mistakes, and celebrate their progress.\r\nYour support helped create a classroom where learning feels joyful and fun. Thank you for helping our students learn, grow, and enjoy every step of the journey!","fullyFundedDate":1778222453429,"projectUrl":"project/lets-have-fun-while-we-learn/10254897/","projectTitle":"Let's Have Fun While We Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cannon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrslcannon"},{"teacherId":127581,"projectId":10237689,"letterContent":"Wow! I am so excited that I will be able to give my students their very own copy of \"Strega Nona\" to keep forever! I love introducing my students to the characters and adventures of Strega Nona and Big Anthony every year. They love the stories and can't wait to hear the next book. They are going to be ecstatic when they receive their very own book! Thank you for helping me spread the love of reading to my students. Reading is a lifelong skill that I try to instill in my students each year. Thanks again for your generosity to my classroom. It is very much appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1785455855669,"projectUrl":"project/i-love-a-good-book/10237689/","projectTitle":"I Love a Good Book!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tindall","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/127581"},{"teacherId":127680,"projectId":10523916,"letterContent":"Receiving Scholastic News for every student has made a wonderful impact on our classroom! The high-interest articles capture my students' attention while giving them meaningful opportunities to practice reading, build vocabulary, develop comprehension skills, and learn about the world around them.\r\n\r\nHaving a copy for every student allows everyone to participate, follow along, reread articles, and discuss what they have learned with their classmates. These magazines have become a valuable resource that helps make reading engaging and relevant.\r\n\r\nThank you, DonorsChoose Community, for providing materials that inspire my students to read, learn, ask questions, and become curious about the world!","fullyFundedDate":1788944351890,"projectUrl":"project/extra-extra-read-all-about-it/10523916/","projectTitle":"Extra, Extra, Read All About It!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ayling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp127680_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1458473741281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/127680"},{"teacherId":127680,"projectId":10392085,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classroom and helping bring Strega Nona by Tomie dePaola into the hands of every one of my students! Having their very own copy of this wonderful book is such a valuable gift. My students will be able to read, enjoy, and share this special story at school and at home.\r\n\r\nWe are going to celebrate our new books with a whole-class pasta party inspired by Strega Nona! The excitement is going to be amazing! We'll read the story together, talk about the characters and lessons, and enjoy a fun celebration centered around a book that my students will now be able to call their own.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has done so much more than provide books—you have created a joyful reading experience and helped my students build a lasting connection with literature. 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