{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Maple Hill Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":28.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10414676,"projectId":10047471,"letterContent":"I want to thank you so much for donating the butterfly kits to the second-grade students. This correlated perfectly with two of their recent units of study: 'Cycles in Nature' and 'Butterflies, Bees and Beetles: Insects'. Watching the caterpillars progress through their life cycle and form into butterflies, all while in their classroom, was such a joy for the students. They enjoyed making connections between what they were observing in real time and what they were reading and learning in the classroom. Their excitement for learning was greatly enriched because of your donation. This created a valuable learning experience, but, even more importantly, a lifelong memory for them. Thank you again for making this learning experience possible for them.","fullyFundedDate":1769192044008,"projectUrl":"project/2nd-grade-butterfly-experience/10047471/","projectTitle":"2nd Grade Butterfly Experience","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Price","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414676"},{"teacherId":2264782,"projectId":10237870,"letterContent":"Oh my goodness what a great way to keep my babies engaged!!! Thank you so much they absolutely loved the new math centers. It totally got them over spring fever and back into being engaged and showing 100 percent effort. This is just what they need and what I needed to make reviewing for third grade fun and enjoyable. Thank you so much for always seeing the value in my students and for understanding that these hands on materials is what will keep them motivated. Seeing the smile when they were working was such a treat !","fullyFundedDate":1778694724124,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-dreams/10237870/","projectTitle":"Little Hands Big Dreams","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2264782"},{"teacherId":10044481,"projectId":9381270,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through DonorsChoose! Your generosity has already made such a positive impact on my students and our learning environment. Seeing the excitement on their faces when the materials arrived was such a special moment. My students were eager to explore everything right away, and they truly felt cared for knowing that people believed in them and their education.\r\n\r\nThe resources you provided have helped make our classroom more engaging, organized, and supportive for all learners. As a special education teacher, creating a classroom where students feel comfortable, confident, and excited to learn is so important. These materials are helping my students stay focused, participate more actively, and build independence throughout the school day. Even small changes in the classroom can make a huge difference in helping students feel successful.\r\n\r\nWe are already using these resources during small group instruction, independent work, and classroom routines, and they will continue supporting students all year long. Your kindness and generosity mean more than words can express, and I am so grateful that you chose to invest in my students and our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1750173843978,"projectUrl":"project/write-read-solve-shine/9381270/","projectTitle":"Write, Read, Solve, Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10044481_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748472756535","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10044481"},{"teacherId":2264782,"projectId":10138968,"letterContent":"Thank you so much ! The shelves look brand new and amazing with the new liner and the kids are literally over the moon for the stickers. All your supplies just gave the students that spring boast that helps them stay motivated and engaged when we have been in school for over 100 days. I can't tell you enough how much I appreciate you making my students and myself feel so special that you take the time and money to make our days a little brighter. I do believe money does not buy happiness but feeling valued and invested in certainly does so thank you a thousand times over.","fullyFundedDate":1773855121156,"projectUrl":"project/spring-into-the-future/10138968/","projectTitle":"Spring Into the Future!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2264782"},{"teacherId":9715020,"projectId":9796253,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Kindergarten classroom now has a calm corner that helps students learn how to manage their emotions and refocus so they can be ready to learn. With the new squishy toys, calming signs, breathing light, and cozy reading nook, students have a safe space to pause, take deep breaths, and reset when they are feeling overwhelmed or frustrated. Recently, during our reading block, one student chose to visit the calm corner when they were feeling upset. They squeezed a squishy toy while watching the breathing light and followed the breathing prompts on the calming signs. After a few minutes, they felt calm and ready to return to their work.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were so excited to explore the calm corner. Their faces lit up when they saw the cozy reading nook and colorful calming tools. We spent time learning how to use each item, practicing slow breathing together and talking about how these tools can help us when we have big feelings.\r\n\r\nAs we continue our school year, students are learning to recognize their emotions and independently choose strategies that help them feel calm and focused. Whether they take a few breaths with the breathing light, squeeze a squishy toy, or enjoy a quiet moment in the reading nook, these resources are helping create a supportive classroom where students feel safe, confident, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1766594923106,"projectUrl":"project/creating-calm-spaces-sensory-tools-no/9796253/","projectTitle":"Creating Calm Spaces: Sensory Tools & Nook for Kindergarten Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schindler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9715020_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753124287136","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9715020"},{"teacherId":9514573,"projectId":9903596,"letterContent":"Thank you so much! We've been using the board games during small-group rotations and choice time to reinforce academic skills while building collaboration and problem-solving. One standout moment was watching a group of students coach each other through a strategy game—students who are usually hesitant to participate were confidently explaining rules, negotiating turns, and adjusting strategies together. The games created a low-pressure environment where learning felt fun, and students stayed focused and engaged far longer than during traditional practice activities.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was immediate. As soon as the students saw the games, they were eager to explore them, asking questions and volunteering to help set them up. Many students recognized familiar concepts hidden inside the gameplay and were surprised by how much learning was built into something that felt like play. That initial enthusiasm carried over into deeper engagement and positive behavior during game time.\r\n\r\nNext, students will begin using the board games more independently as part of structured learning centers. They'll reflect on strategies they use, make connections between the games and our current lessons, and even create their own variations or rules to demonstrate understanding. These resources will continue to support both academic growth and social-emotional skills like teamwork, communication, and perseverance—skills they'll use well beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1766594736268,"projectUrl":"project/board-game-bliss/9903596/","projectTitle":"Board Game Bliss","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Budnick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9514573_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713406238676","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9514573"},{"teacherId":2264782,"projectId":9992620,"letterContent":"Thank you so much !! My students are already brainstorming their art projects for Tanzania. They were so excited to have real art supplies to work with so they can create something realistic such as jewelry and masks that we learned about from the African culture. These experiences will help shape my students for years to come. I know looking back on this year. This will be one of the experiences that they will remember and take with them going forward. I just hope you know how much I appreciate your partnership and making sure that my students have all the experiences that they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1768772250748,"projectUrl":"project/the-arts-in-education/9992620/","projectTitle":"The Arts in Education","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2264782"},{"teacherId":9416449,"projectId":9964126,"letterContent":"Since receiving these supplies, my students have been using them daily during math and small-group instruction. The reusable write-and-wipe pockets and laminated materials allow students to practice skills, make mistakes, and revise their thinking without fear, which has increased participation and confidence. The new electric pencil sharpener is a crucial addition to our daily routine. It sharpens pencils with ease and speed, and we experience far less interruptions throughout the day. The organizational bins and turn-in systems have helped students take ownership of their materials and responsibilities. Next, students will continue using these tools during collaborative problem-solving and independent practice as we deepen our work with multi-step math problems and written explanations. They also have been loving the lap desks for flexible seating! Your generosity has helped create a classroom where students feel prepared, focused, and excited to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1766594922856,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-focused-learning-that-keep-our/9964126/","projectTitle":"Tools for Focused Learning That Keep Our Classroom Running Smoothly","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Andrade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9416449_orig.jpg?crop=1206,1205,x0,y140&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1703176133846","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9416449"},{"teacherId":5043131,"projectId":9659635,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my young learners' early literacy learning! They have really enjoyed using the hands on materials in many ways throughout our day.\r\n\r\nWhen I first showed them our new materials, they were so excited! They love the letter cookies. We have used them to identify letters and their sounds, as well as to begin blending sounds to read words. They have enjoyed strengthening their pincer muscles using the tongs to move the tokens in the letter match game.\r\n\r\nAs we move into the second half of the school year, we will continue to use our new materials to support those students who need additional practice with letter recognition as well as to extend the learning to read and build CVC words.","fullyFundedDate":1760741151218,"projectUrl":"project/literacy-foundations/9659635/","projectTitle":"Literacy Foundations","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Tual","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5043131_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519577902948","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-v-hill"},{"teacherId":2264782,"projectId":9945621,"letterContent":"Thank you so much my students got started right watching their new white boards in math. These used their new crayons to complete a social studies project about Africa. It was the perfect way to get them settled into 2026. They were so excited to come back from the break and see the boxes waiting for them and the new erasers and literally the coolest thing in the world to them. They are able to have them stick to the outside of their desks because they are magnets. They are completely obsessed with keeping everything perfect it's so adorable to watch !!","fullyFundedDate":1766080648940,"projectUrl":"project/new-year-new-gear-/9945621/","projectTitle":"New Year New Gear !","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2264782"},{"teacherId":9721687,"projectId":9217983,"letterContent":"Since receiving the brown table and stools, my students have been using them daily as a flexible learning space for small-group instruction, independent work, and collaborative discussions. The table has quickly become a hub for guided reading groups, writing conferences, and hands-on literacy activities. One meaningful moment was during a small-group reading lesson, when students gathered around the table to annotate a text together—everyone was engaged, leaning in, and excited to share their thinking. The seating arrangement made it easier for students to focus, participate, and feel comfortable taking academic risks.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the table and stools, their reaction was pure excitement. They immediately noticed that the space looked \"like a real classroom\" and felt special and inviting. Several students asked when they would get to sit there, and it quickly became a place they felt proud to use. For some of my students, having a designated, comfortable workspace made them feel valued and important, which positively impacted their confidence and behavior.\r\n\r\nThanks to our donors, students now have a space that supports meaningful learning and collaboration. Our next steps include using the table during our current literacy unit, where students will work in small groups to practice comprehension strategies, respond to texts, and engage in peer discussions. The table and stools will continue to support differentiated instruction and provide a welcoming environment where students can grow as readers and learners. Your generosity has made a lasting difference in how my students learn and connect with one another—thank you for giving them a space that truly belongs to them.","fullyFundedDate":1744227009494,"projectUrl":"project/giving-opportunities-for-students-to-vis/9217983/","projectTitle":"Giving opportunities for students to visually solve.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9721687"},{"teacherId":9144280,"projectId":9390046,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Thanks to your donation, our second grade students now have wiggle cushions that help them stay focused, engaged, and comfortable while learning. The students love them so much and are always eager to get one to use. These tools support young learners by promoting movement, attention, and self-regulation. Your kindness has made a meaningful impact on our classroom, and we are truly grateful for your investment in our students' success. 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