{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Martin Luther King Junior Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":45.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5876867,"projectId":10021865,"letterContent":"Since receiving the materials from A Breath of Calm and Comfort, our classroom has truly transformed into a more peaceful, supportive space for students. We use the air purifier daily to help keep our room healthy, and students often comment on how \"fresh\" the room feels. The calming jellyfish tank has quickly become a favorite—during moments of stress or dysregulation, students sit nearby, listen to soft music through the Bluetooth feature, and practice calming breaths while watching the gentle movement of the lights. This has been especially helpful during transitions and after challenging academic tasks. The art supplies and easel are now part of our daily routine, giving students a safe outlet to express emotions through drawing and painting, which has led to meaningful conversations and improved focus during lessons. Socks, gloves, and sanitary items are discreetly available, helping students feel comfortable, cared for, and ready to learn without worry.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their reactions were full of excitement and curiosity. They were immediately drawn to the jellyfish tank, watching in awe and asking questions, while others eagerly explored the art supplies and easel. Several students smiled and said the room felt \"calm\" and \"safe,\" which was incredibly powerful to hear. It was clear that they understood these items were meant just for them—to help them feel supported in more ways than one.\r\n\r\nThanks to our donors, the next steps for our students include building stronger self-regulation skills alongside academic growth. We are currently working on identifying emotions and using coping strategies, and these resources allow students to practice those skills in real time. Students are learning when to independently choose a calming tool, how to transition back to learning, and how to express themselves creatively during lessons. Because of your generosity, our classroom is not just a place to learn—it's a place where students feel safe, calm, and valued every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1768917812617,"projectUrl":"project/a-breath-of-calm-and-comfort/10021865/","projectTitle":"A Breath of Calm and Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5876867_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720494914470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/maegan-ruiz"},{"teacherId":414961,"projectId":9960614,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making our 100th Day of School necklace project possible! My students absolutely loved creating their beaded necklaces, and the excitement in the room was contagious.\r\n\r\nAs they designed their necklaces, students practiced counting, patterns, and problem-solving while also strengthening fine motor skills and creativity. They took great pride in choosing colors and designs that reflected their personalities, and many couldn't wait to show off their finished keepsakes. Each necklace became a meaningful reminder of how far they've come in 100 days of learning.\r\n\r\nYour generosity turned an important milestone into a joyful, hands-on experience my students will remember. Thank you for supporting their learning and helping make our classroom such a special place.","fullyFundedDate":1766509000375,"projectUrl":"project/hooray-lets-celebrate-the-100th-day-of/9960614/","projectTitle":"Hooray! Let's Celebrate the 100th Day of School!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Calandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp414961_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1576011368193","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pcalandra"},{"teacherId":10413596,"projectId":10048173,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students, I am writing to express our sincere gratitude for your generous donation of granola bars, crackers, fruit snacks, nuts, and snacks to our students.\r\nHealthy snacks are essential for keeping our students focused and energized throughout the school day. Your support ensures that our students have access to nutritious,brain-fueling food, which directly impacts their ability to learn, behave, and excel in the classroom.\r\nThanks to your kindness, we are able to provide nutritious options to students who need them most. We truly appreciate your commitment to the well-being of our school community.\r\nThank you once again for your generosity and for making a positive difference in our students' lives.","fullyFundedDate":1769202895026,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-needed/10048173/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cromartie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10413596"},{"teacherId":9505405,"projectId":10035889,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Building Compassion Through Movement and Mini Golf project! With your generous contributions, our students have been able to use the new mini golf putting greens as part of our physical education program, and the impact has been truly meaningful. What started as a simple physical activity has become a powerful tool for building empathy, patience, and kindness in our classroom community.\r\nWhen the equipment first arrived, the students were immediately drawn to it—the excitement was contagious! They couldn't wait to try it out, and I watched as students cheered one another on, offered helpful tips, and celebrated successes big and small. What has been especially wonderful to see is how students who were hesitant or less confident in traditional competitive games found joy and confidence through mini golf. They learned quickly that success looks different for everyone, and that helping a classmate feel proud matters just as much as sinking a putt.\r\nLooking ahead, we're continuing to integrate cooperative play and reflection into our lessons. Students participate in guided discussions and quick exit reflections where they share moments of encouragement, describe how they supported a peer, and talk about what compassion looks like in action. This ongoing work is helping them deepen their understanding that kindness and empathy aren't just words, but everyday choices we make for each other on the putting green and beyond.\r\n\r\nThank you again for giving our students this opportunity to grow not just physically, but emotionally and socially as well. Your support has truly helped build a more compassionate classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1769181028906,"projectUrl":"project/building-compassion-through-movement-and/10035889/","projectTitle":"Building Compassion Through Movement and Mini Golf","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Breier","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9505405_orig.jpg?crop=1512,1512,x0,y110&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730749525971","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9505405"},{"teacherId":4510987,"projectId":10022628,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students received cozy blankets and special treats that truly made their day unforgettable. They all bragged about how cozy their blankets were and how warm it kept them at night. The snacks added a fun, celebratory touch and helped us recognize students for their hard work and growth.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the blankets and treats, their faces lit up with excitement. Many wrapped themselves up right away and said how comfortable and special they felt. It turned an ordinary school day into a moment they will always remember. Some students even shared that they couldn't wait to use their blankets at home while reading.\r\n\r\nNext, we plan to continue building a positive and motivating classroom environment where students feel safe, supported, and celebrated. These simple but meaningful items helped strengthen our classroom community and encouraged a love of reading and learning. Your kindness brought comfort, joy, and encouragement to every child in our room — and we are so grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1768620183757,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-warmth-goes-a-long-way/10022628/","projectTitle":"A Little Warmth Goes a Long Way!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4510987_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643492227063","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4510987"},{"teacherId":414961,"projectId":9963891,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our library backdrop project! These visual elements help transform our library into an exciting, immersive space that sparks curiosity and makes learning come alive for our students.\r\n\r\nFrom themed reading activities to cultural celebrations, your support helps create engaging experiences that deepen understanding and encourage participation for all learners. the restaurant one and fireworks for the new year were truly magical. We truly appreciate your generosity and the creativity it brings to our library!","fullyFundedDate":1766243968807,"projectUrl":"project/set-the-scene/9963891/","projectTitle":"Set the Scene!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Calandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp414961_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1576011368193","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pcalandra"},{"teacherId":414961,"projectId":9975509,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our compassion project. Your generosity helps our students come together to learn about empathy, kindness, and taking action to help others in a meaningful, hands-on way.\r\n\r\nBy creating trail mix as a community, students are learning to understand different perspectives and see how small acts can make a big difference. This experience encourages thoughtful conversations, collaboration, and a deeper sense of responsibility toward others. We are truly grateful for your support and the impact it has on our students.","fullyFundedDate":1767199965665,"projectUrl":"project/coming-together-with-compassion/9975509/","projectTitle":"Coming Together with Compassion","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Calandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp414961_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1576011368193","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pcalandra"},{"teacherId":414961,"projectId":9840391,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our mock election project! Because of your generosity, our students get to experience voting in a fun, hands-on way while learning about fairness, decision-making, and respecting others' opinions.\r\n\r\nFrom casting ballots for their favorite snacks to listening to Election Day read-alouds, this project makes civic learning engaging and meaningful for all of our students. They absolutely loved tasting the snacks and advocating for which was best. We truly appreciate your support and the excitement it brings to our library community!","fullyFundedDate":1764708139136,"projectUrl":"project/voting-for-our-favorite-snack/9840391/","projectTitle":"Voting for Our Favorite Snack!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Calandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp414961_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1576011368193","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pcalandra"},{"teacherId":414961,"projectId":10043463,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of multiple sets of dominoes for our classroom. Because of you, every student can now participate at the same time instead of waiting for a turn. This has made a huge difference in how we learn and play together.\r\nWith the additional sets, we are able to run different domino games at once, allowing students to practice math skills, problem-solving, and cooperation in small groups. Students are engaged, working together, and learning from one another in a fun and meaningful way.\r\nYour support has helped create a more inclusive and interactive classroom where all students can participate fully. We are so grateful for your kindness and for investing in our students' learning and joy.\r\nThank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1769103969502,"projectUrl":"project/game-on/10043463/","projectTitle":"Game On!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Calandra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp414961_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1576011368193","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/pcalandra"},{"teacherId":1520398,"projectId":10043765,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I am writing to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of healthy snacks.\r\nWe often find that, especially in the mid-morning, our students struggle to focus because they are hungry. Thanks to your contribution, we can provide them with nutritious options that fuel their brains and keep them engaged in learning. Your support directly impacts their ability to participate, think critically, and maintain energy throughout the school day.\r\nIt is supporters like you who make a positive, tangible difference in our classroom environment.\r\nThank you for investing in our students' health and education.","fullyFundedDate":1769003285587,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-needed/10043765/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks Needed!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeLuca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1520398_orig.jpg?crop=240,240,x0,y19&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727355377868","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1520398"},{"teacherId":6593714,"projectId":10002515,"letterContent":"The scholars utilized the wipes to maintain cleanliness and good hygiene before, during, and after snack time. They responsibly cleaned their hands and shared spaces, reinforcing the importance of self-care and respect for their environment. This practice helped create a healthier and more organized setting for our mentoring sessions.\r\n\r\nThe snacks were enjoyed during and after our mentoring meetings, providing scholars with nourishment and comfort as they engaged in meaningful, age-appropriate discussions. Snack time encouraged positive social interaction, patience, and sharing, allowing scholars to feel relaxed and more focused during group activities.\r\n\r\nTogether, the wipes and snacks supported a welcoming and structured mentoring environment. Scholars were able to take pride in caring for themselves and their space while building connections with peers. These resources enhanced participation, promoted responsibility, and contributed to a positive and engaging experience for all involved.","fullyFundedDate":1769032168058,"projectUrl":"project/wipes-first-snacks-next/10002515/","projectTitle":"Wipes First, Snacks Next!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jones","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6593714_orig.jpg?crop=1596,1596,x0,y1005&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1635437756762","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rodney-jones"},{"teacherId":2337915,"projectId":10030600,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom care project during state testing season. Your kindness is helping us meet students' everyday needs in simple, meaningful, and joyful ways at a time when encouragement matters most.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we are able to provide snacks, comfort items, clothing, and creative supplies that help create a warm, welcoming environment where students feel supported, valued, and ready to learn. These supplies directly address hunger by offering quick, energizing snacks, and they promote comfort through seasonal items and clothing for students who may need them. Even small treats—like a Starburst, Lifesaver, or peppermint patty—can make a big difference in helping students feel seen and cared for during long and sometimes stressful testing days.\r\n\r\nThe popcorn, candy, ice pops, and peppermints are used not only as nourishment, but also as morale boosters that help students refocus, self-regulate, and push through challenging moments. Crayons and creative materials allow students to spread warm messages and express themselves, while STEM-themed decorations add inspiration and excitement to our classroom space. Providing shirts for students ensures that those who need clean or weather-appropriate clothing feel comfortable, confident, and included—especially with testing-motivational designs that help build pride and encouragement.\r\n\r\nYour generosity goes far beyond supplies. It helps foster a sense of belonging, care, and emotional support that our students will remember. 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