{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Marvin B Smith Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":21.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10337984,"projectId":9884432,"letterContent":"Thanks to you, we have many new books to help support reading comprehension skills in our third grade classroom. We have used these books to practice comprehension skills such as identifying the elements of plot in the story, problem and solution, and lessons the author is trying to convey to readers, and much more. Students have participated in book studies and author studies with these and other books purchased by donors.\r\n\r\nStudents have several opportunities to read throughout the day in our class. We have whole-group reading time, during which we have been reading James and the Giant Peach by Roaldd Dahl. Students have also had the opportunity to select a book of their choice to read during their independent work time. I have written comprehension questions to go with each chapter. This allows students to read a book of interest at their own pace while still allowing me to hold them accountable for their understanding. By doing this, I can see their independent reading abilities. This has been their favorite reading task!\r\n\r\nI have a student who is quickly reading through the books that have been donated to our class. The books you have donated are going to give her some new options. She loves to read! You have impacted her learning in a great way. Because of you and other donors, I have been able to keep a wide selection of books available that keep her engaged and reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1762784187735,"projectUrl":"project/read-dream-succeed-fueling-3rd-grader/9884432/","projectTitle":"Read, Dream, Succeed: Fueling 3rd Graders’ Reading Adventures","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dalton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10337984"},{"teacherId":10337984,"projectId":9868527,"letterContent":"Thanks to you, we have many new books to help support reading comprehension skills in our third-grade classroom. We have used these books to practice comprehension skills such as identifying the elements of plot in the story, problem and solution, and lessons the author is trying to convey to readers, and much more. Students have participated in book studies and author studies with these and other books purchased by donors.\r\n\r\nStudents have several opportunities to read throughout the day in our class. We have whole-group reading time, during which we have been reading Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing. My class has really enjoyed this book because they can relate to the characters. We have focused on why the author adds certain details and how they deepen our understanding of the story. Students have also had the opportunity to select a book of their choice to read during their independent work time. I have written comprehension questions to go with each chapter. This allows students to read a book of interest at their own pace while still allowing me to hold them accountable for their understanding. By doing this, I can see their independent reading abilities. This has been their favorite reading task!\r\n\r\nI have a student who has already read all three of the books you donated to our class: Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing, Shiloh, and Superfudge. She loves to read! You have impacted her learning in a great way. Because of you and other donors, I have been able to keep a wide selection of books available that keep her engaged and reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1762871335577,"projectUrl":"project/building-bookworms-sparking-a-love-of-r/9868527/","projectTitle":"Building Bookworms: Sparking a Love of Reading in 3rd Grade!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dalton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10337984"},{"teacherId":9968501,"projectId":9420785,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for this beautiful carpet! It brightens up my classroom and makes the environment a positive and inviting learning space! Since we spend most of our time in the classroom it is important to me that my students feel at home. This rug will provide a comfortable place to work with partners and small groups for many years to come. This rug has quickly became my students' favorite place to complete their work. I could've never provided this rug for them without your help. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1762536488800,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-carpet-for-our-comfortable-learning/9420785/","projectTitle":"Cozy Carpet for Our Comfortable Learning Environment!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Knighten","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9968501"},{"teacherId":10337984,"projectId":9884453,"letterContent":"Thanks to you, we have many new books to help support reading comprehension skills in our third grade classroom. We have used these books to practice comprehension skills such as identifying the elements of plot in the story, problem and solution, and lessons the author is trying to convey to readers, and much more. Students have participated in book studies and author studies with these and other books purchased by donors.\r\n\r\nStudents have several opportunities to read throughout the day in our class. We have whole-group reading time, during which we have been reading Holes. This was one of my favorite books to read in school, and my students are loving it as well! We have focused on why the author adds certain details and how they deepen our understanding of the story. Students have also had the opportunity to select a book of their choice to read during their independent work time. I have written comprehension questions to go with each chapter. This allows students to read a book of interest at their own pace while still allowing me to hold them accountable for their understanding. By doing this, I can see their independent reading abilities. This has been their favorite reading task!\r\n\r\nI have a student who has already read all three of the books you donated to our class: Holes, The Tale of Despereaux and Frindle. She loves to read! You have impacted her learning in a great way. Because of you and other donors, I have been able to keep a wide selection of books available that keep her engaged and reading.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1762882869031,"projectUrl":"project/books-to-brighten-minds-3rd-graders-on/9884453/","projectTitle":"Books to Brighten Minds: 3rd Graders on a Reading Journey","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dalton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10337984"},{"teacherId":9856692,"projectId":9560415,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity brought us SEL materials, organizational supplies, and our absolute pride and joy; our new classroom rug! That rug is the center of our world. My students use it all day, every day; to play their math games (another amazing donation from you!), to gather for small groups, and to cozy up for reading time. It has become our community spot, and the heart of our learning.\r\n\r\nYour donations didn't just give us supplies—you gave my students a place to grow, connect, and feel safe. You helped create a warm, prepared environment where these tiny humans feel excited to learn and proud of their space. We are so unbelievably grateful for your kindness, support, and belief in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1759334466149,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-gnomie-classroom/9560415/","projectTitle":"Building a Gnomie Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fenton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9856692_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759264451878","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9856692"},{"teacherId":10216758,"projectId":9641397,"letterContent":"Your donations to our classroom have made a huge impact on myself and our students. The rug that was donated to our classroom instantly brightens up our space and creates a warm and welcoming environment for our students. The rug also gives us a space that we can all gather together as a class in a more comfortable way than we were able to before. Our students were extremely excited to walk in and see the new donations. We have also been using the novel sets in small reading groups, and the books have been a huge hit with our students. I am forever grateful for the willingness to donate to our public schools!","fullyFundedDate":1758571682656,"projectUrl":"project/getting-comfy-for-reading/9641397/","projectTitle":"Getting Comfy For Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Spoon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10216758"},{"teacherId":5335555,"projectId":9619910,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for investing in my classroom and my students. The students are loving all of the new sensory tools available to them. Your contribution has made a meaningful difference for my students and the learning environment Marvin B Smith Elementary strives to create each day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, we are able to provide:\r\n• Fidget tools and calming sensory materials that help students stay focused and ease stress.\r\n• SEL picture books that teach peaceful hands, anger management, understanding feelings, and healthy coping strategies.\r\n• Emotional regulation tools, including role-play and problem-solving cards, that guide students in making positive choices.\r\n• Flexible seating options that allow students to move, self-regulate, and remain engaged while learning.\r\n\r\nThese resources support our students in developing emotional regulation, confidence, and the skills needed to be successful both in and out of the classroom. Your generosity directly impacts their growth, and we are deeply grateful.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and believing in the importance of their social-emotional well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1758032672666,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-our-students-through-sensory/9619910/","projectTitle":"Supporting Our Students Through Sensory and SEL Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hicks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5335555_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1524157011424","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5335555"},{"teacherId":4977989,"projectId":8792912,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity my students are able to practice reading and math skills on a daily basis. We recently discovered the fun games that they offer. The students are really enjoying playing them on \"free choice Friday.\" Each Friday students are allowed to choose one of the sites that we use on a regular basis. Since discovering the review games, IXL has become a favorite. \r\n The students are also able to work on the skills at home. We are about to begin division, which is always a hard skill. Students will be able to review third grade division to help review and close the gaps.","fullyFundedDate":1729708414814,"projectUrl":"project/ixl-online-learning-for-all/8792912/","projectTitle":"IXL- Online Learning for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4977989_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510702690997","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katie-harris-1"},{"teacherId":2225586,"projectId":9516102,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our DonorsChoose project! Because of your generous donation, our students now have access to IXL Reading and Math, a powerful tool that allows them to learn at their own pace and build confidence in essential skills.\r\n\r\nIXL is already making a big impact in our classroom. Students are excited to track their progress, challenge themselves, and receive immediate feedback that helps them grow. Whether they're mastering math facts or strengthening their reading comprehension, your support is giving them the tools to succeed both now and in the future.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and belief in our students. Thank you for making a real difference in our learning journey!","fullyFundedDate":1756313943017,"projectUrl":"project/ixl-for-5th-grade-mastering-math-and-la/9516102/","projectTitle":"IXL for 5th Grade: Mastering Math and Language Arts Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2225586_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753903628176","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2225586"},{"teacherId":2225586,"projectId":9810427,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project! Because of your kindness, our classroom now has access to meaningful books that support both global awareness and social-emotional learning.\r\n\r\nThese books are already making a difference—sparking thoughtful discussions, encouraging empathy, and helping students see the world through new perspectives. Your contribution is helping shape not just better readers, but more compassionate and globally-minded individuals.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your belief in our students and for investing in resources that truly matter.","fullyFundedDate":1760263996686,"projectUrl":"project/pages-that-open-eyes-and-cross-continent/9810427/","projectTitle":"Pages That Open Eyes and Cross Continents","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2225586_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753903628176","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2225586"},{"teacherId":4977989,"projectId":9116258,"letterContent":"These notebook really helped my students at the end of last year and the beginning of this school year. We worked together to number the pages and label each notebook for the subject that it would be used for. \r\n After numbering the pages, I was able to quickly monitor how students were writing in the notebooks as many will skip around the notebook and have a hard time finding the information that is needed. As we begin each class, reading and math, I can quickly make sure the students have the correct notebook since they are now color coded. \r\n Thank you for helping to get my students organized and learn a life long skill of notetaking.","fullyFundedDate":1739897393512,"projectUrl":"project/red-and-blue-notenooks-to-be-organized/9116258/","projectTitle":"Red and Blue Notenooks to Be Organized","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harris","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4977989_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1510702690997","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katie-harris-1"},{"teacherId":9968501,"projectId":9234103,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for believing in my dream! You have made it possible for every student in my classroom to have their own copy of the chapter book we are reading. Now that students can follow along with me they will be able to improve their word recognition, improve fluency by listening to the change in my voice based on punctuation and character's feelings, and grow their love of text. Since we are all reading the same text my project has also fostered a sense of community because students have a common book to discuss. Many students have also shared their enthusiasm with their parents, and they are excited to share that their parents have read these books too!\r\nMy children are so excited when we read together, and they can't wait to see what will happen next! I could have never accomplished this dream without your generosity. 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