{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"P224Q @ P26Q","outOfStateSupporters":41.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10262457,"projectId":9715750,"letterContent":"My students have been enjoying all the new toys and therapy items funded by your generous donations. Everything is used daily and making a difference in the way my students engage and learn. These items were chosen with my specific students in mind and the payoff has been great. My dinosaur-loving kids are thrilled with the new dinosaur puzzles, and my friends that take pleasure in numbers and letters are happily engaging with their new preferred toys. Children who had a hard time going back to class after therapy are benefitting from the calming effects of the swing and the chilled sensory items.\r\n\r\nThe biggest difference for me personally has been the use of the rolling stools. My back has been in less pain because I no longer have to bend over to help my students, and can comfortably stay on their level. Multiple coworkers have commented what a great idea this addition has been. \r\n\r\nThis was my first experience with Donors Choose and I want to thank you for making it a great one. It has been wonderful to feel supported by this community and know my students and the work we do here matters.","fullyFundedDate":1765811666661,"projectUrl":"project/physical-therapysensory-gym-refresh/9715750/","projectTitle":"Physical Therapy/Sensory Gym Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Marissa Heilig","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10262457"},{"teacherId":776146,"projectId":9879835,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of you, our students now have access to hands-on STEM materials that are already making a meaningful impact in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe Roll & Race Activity Ramp has sparked excitement as students explore motion, speed, and cause-and-effect through play. The STEM Science Station – Magnets has encouraged curiosity and discovery as students investigate magnetic forces, make predictions, and test their ideas. The Waffle Blocks STEM Building Toys have inspired creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving as students design and build imaginative structures together.\r\n\r\nThese materials have transformed learning into an engaging, interactive experience and have helped build confidence, critical thinking skills, and a love of science and engineering in our students. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and belief in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping make learning come alive. Your support truly makes a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1765383748555,"projectUrl":"project/sparking-creativity-hands-on-steam-for/9879835/","projectTitle":"Sparking Creativity: Hands-On STEAM for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp776146_orig.jpg?crop=363,363,x0,y68&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624456169328","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jill-maher"},{"teacherId":9838334,"projectId":9672349,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, Helping Learners with Autism Feel Safe & Ready to Learn. Because of your generosity, my students now have access to tools that help them feel calm, secure, and ready to engage in learning each day.\r\nMy students are young learners with autism who are non-speaking or have limited verbal communication. For them, feeling safe and regulated is essential before learning can begin. The materials you funded provide predictable routines, visual supports, and sensory-friendly resources that help reduce anxiety and support emotional regulation.\r\nSince using these materials, I've seen students transition more smoothly, engage for longer periods of time, and demonstrate increased independence. Visual supports help them understand expectations, communicate needs, and feel confident navigating their classroom environment. When students feel safe, they are more willing to explore, participate, and connect with others.\r\nYour kindness has made a meaningful difference in our classroom community. You didn't just provide supplies. You helped create a space where students feel understood, supported, and ready to learn. Thank you for believing in my students and for helping them start each day with confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1758125678247,"projectUrl":"project/helping-learners-with-autism-feel-safe-/9672349/","projectTitle":"Helping Learners with Autism Feel Safe & Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Michelle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9838334_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738118797066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9838334"},{"teacherId":10272570,"projectId":9742066,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been transformed thanks to your generosity! These resources have brought new excitement into our classroom and are making a real difference in how our students learn and stay engaged.\r\n\r\nWe use these materials every day during learning centers and small-group lessons. Students build letter and sound skills with the alphabet locks, strengthen math and problem-solving skills with the linking cubes, and explore imagination and communication through role-play with the community block people. The color and shape sorters help students practice early math concepts while improving focus, coordination, and independence. When the materials were first introduced, students were eager to explore, and many who are usually hesitant quickly showed confidence and pride as they succeeded on their own.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we are now expanding lessons that encourage teamwork, language growth, and critical thinking. Students are working together, sharing ideas, and acting out stories and real-life situations. Thank you for investing in our students and helping create meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that support their growth and success.","fullyFundedDate":1762267743849,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-tools-for-special-educ/9742066/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning Tools for Special Education Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sharmin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10272570"},{"teacherId":10088788,"projectId":9727843,"letterContent":"This project has had a meaningful impact on my students' emotional regulation, engagement, and sense of safety in the classroom. The diffuser helps create a calm and welcoming environment.\r\n\r\nThe children's emotions book paired with plushies gives students a concrete, visual way to identify and express their feelings. \r\n\r\nThe seat canvas and materials storage have helped keep students' items organized and easily accessible.\r\nOverall, the resources have helped create a classroom that supports learning","fullyFundedDate":1758898893657,"projectUrl":"project/new-classroom/9727843/","projectTitle":"New Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Estrada","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10088788_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758229168645","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10088788"},{"teacherId":9838334,"projectId":9450397,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project, \"Anchors Away for a Good Cause.\" Your generosity truly made waves in our learning space!\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, my students now have a calm and engaging environment that helps them learn, connect, and grow every day. The nautical theme has brought excitement and curiosity into our classroom, turning lessons into hands-on adventures. For my kindergarten students with autism, the sensory-friendly materials and visual supports have made a world of difference. They are more focused, comfortable, and eager to explore new activities.\r\n\r\nEach day, I see more smiles, engagement, and confidence, proof that your donation created real change. You helped us build not only a themed space, but also a community of learners who feel safe, happy, and ready to set sail on their learning journey.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and for giving them the opportunity to shine. We couldn't have done it without you!","fullyFundedDate":1753119003990,"projectUrl":"project/anchors-away-for-a-good-cause/9450397/","projectTitle":"Anchors Away for a Good Cause","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Michelle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9838334_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738118797066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9838334"},{"teacherId":776146,"projectId":9399262,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project! The students have been having so much fun exploring the new arts and crafts materials. They are having so much fun with the play dough tools. The various sized googly eyes are so much fun! Recently, we created charming owls complete with big eyes — an activity that brought smiles and excitement to the entire classroom. Your contribution has enriched our learning environment and provided meaningful, hands-on experiences for our students. Thank you for making a lasting difference in their education. The creativity and excitement in the classroom have been amazing to see. Your generosity is helping our young learners engage, create, and grow every day — we truly appreciate your support!","fullyFundedDate":1757423926380,"projectUrl":"project/lets-get-creative/9399262/","projectTitle":"Let’s Get Creative!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp776146_orig.jpg?crop=363,363,x0,y68&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624456169328","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jill-maher"},{"teacherId":9838334,"projectId":9243501,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our project, \"Pete, Piggy, and Possibilities: Building Communication Through Storytime.\" Because of your kindness, my students now have access to books and story materials that not only bring joy into our classroom but also open doors for communication and connection.\r\n\r\nIn my classroom, many of my students are nonverbal and face daily challenges with expressing their wants, needs, and feelings. Storytime has always been a favorite routine, but until now, we did not have the tools to make it as interactive and accessible as it could be. With the addition of these new resources, storytime has been transformed into a powerful opportunity for my students to engage with literacy while also practicing communication skills in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nBooks like Pete the Cat and If You Give a Pig a Pancake have become instant favorites. The repetitive patterns, engaging illustrations, and silly storylines keep my students' attention and give them chances to participate. During read-alouds, I see students smiling, pointing at pictures, and anticipating what will happen next. For children who often struggle to connect with others, these moments are incredible to witness.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donation goes beyond simply adding books to our shelves. These stories have become springboards for building vocabulary, encouraging turn-taking, and supporting the use of communication devices and picture symbols. One student who rarely interacts during lessons has started pressing his voice-output button at just the right moment to chime in with \"Oh no!\" during a Pete the Cat story. Another student has begun to point toward the pig whenever she sees it on the page, showing that she is following along and making connections. These are small moments that, to us, represent huge growth in communication and confidence.\r\n\r\nThe stories are also helping us build routines that my students look forward to every day. Because the characters are familiar, the students are gaining a sense of predictability and comfort that helps them engage more deeply. I've noticed that even during transition times, students will carry their favorite book with them or request to look at it again during independent reading. Books that once felt out of reach are now becoming trusted friends and tools for learning.\r\n\r\nYour support has allowed me to provide not only engaging literacy experiences but also a foundation for communication that will impact my students far beyond this school year. When children with limited communication find a way to express themselves—even through a smile, gesture, or a single button press—it opens the door to greater independence and self-confidence. That is the true gift your donation has given us.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in the power of storytime and for giving my students the chance to discover their voices through books. Because of you, our classroom is filled with new possibilities, laughter, and the joy of learning together.","fullyFundedDate":1746786955187,"projectUrl":"project/pete-piggy-and-possibilities-building/9243501/","projectTitle":"Pete, Piggy, and Possibilities: Building Communication Through Storytime","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Michelle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9838334_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738118797066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9838334"},{"teacherId":9838334,"projectId":9080971,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our project, \"STEM, Puzzles & Thinking! Oh My!\", to life!\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom is now filled with hands-on, engaging materials that inspire curiosity, build problem-solving skills, and challenge young minds to think critically. \r\nAs a class of learners with diverse needs—all of whom are non-speaking and on the autism spectrum—these interactive resources have created powerful moments of growth. Thanks again from the bottom of our hearts! The world is a better place because of you!","fullyFundedDate":1743786827762,"projectUrl":"project/stem-puzzles-thinking-oh-my/9080971/","projectTitle":"Stem, Puzzles, & Thinking! Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Michelle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9838334_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738118797066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9838334"},{"teacherId":776146,"projectId":8949802,"letterContent":"The students are really enjoying using the new light table and manipulatives. They are learning to sort by color, shape, and are beginning to learn patterns. They were so excited when I first introduced them to the light table and the new materials. It is such a fun and engaging way for them to learn and interact with materials a new and exciting We are so grateful for your support and generosity in helping to fund our project and make this possible for our STEAM classes. We look forward to continuing to further our exploration with our new materials as the year progresses. Thank you again, and may your generosity be returned to you!","fullyFundedDate":1741983156693,"projectUrl":"project/light-up-learning/8949802/","projectTitle":"Light Up Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Maher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp776146_orig.jpg?crop=363,363,x0,y68&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1624456169328","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jill-maher"},{"teacherId":9838334,"projectId":9049819,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students now have engaging, hands-on tools to support their early literacy skills! The hand2mind Little Minds at Work Sound Segmenting Trays have been a game-changer in helping my non-talking, non-writing kindergarteners break words into sounds in a way that makes sense to them. When we first introduced the trays, their faces lit up with curiosity as they explored moving tokens to represent different sounds. One unforgettable moment was when a student who typically struggles to engage independently successfully segmented the sounds in \"cat\" using the trays—demonstrating understanding in a way they hadn't before.\r\n\r\nThese resources have become a staple in our daily phonemic awareness activities, allowing my students to practice essential pre-reading skills in a tactile and visual way. Moving forward, we'll be using the trays to reinforce blending sounds together, building on their progress toward forming simple words. Your support has provided my students with an accessible and meaningful way to develop their communication and literacy skills—thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1737563972508,"projectUrl":"project/teach-it-play-it-learn-it/9049819/","projectTitle":"Teach It! Play It! 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