{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Paw Creek Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":50.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1958060,"projectId":10539285,"letterContent":"Our students already love visiting the library and participating in read-alouds, but these interactive audio tools take that excitement to the next level. Audiobooks are real books, and offering literature in diverse formats helps every student find the approach to reading that works best for them.\r\n\r\nFrom an instructional standpoint, these materials allow me to accomplish far more during media center rotations. While I lead targeted lessons or assist individual students with research, others can independently experience rich read-alouds. 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Tonieboxes offer a unique audio-visual connection that engages reluctant readers, challenges upper-grade students, and gives every learner an exciting new path toward literacy.\r\n\r\nThese devices are already transforming how we learn together. Listening to fluent read-alouds while following along with physical books provides vital scaffolding for our English Language Learners (ELL) and Exceptional Children (EC) students. Small Group Collaboration: Students gather in small groups to listen to stories together, using the shared audio experience to drive meaningful discussions, practice comprehension skills, and support Social Emotional Learning (SEL).\r\n\r\nHaving access to tactile, interactive audio storytellers gives students an independent outlet to explore books in a format that feels fresh, fun, and accessible.\r\n\r\nBy funding this project, you've provided our classroom with an inclusive tool that meets students right where they are in their reading journey. Thank you for investing in our readers and making literacy accessible and enjoyable for everyone!","fullyFundedDate":1787584977478,"projectUrl":"project/small-box-big-outcomes/10376645/","projectTitle":"Small Box, Big Outcomes","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1958060_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476372796932","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/readforroland"},{"teacherId":1958060,"projectId":10315856,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding a top-notch 3D printer for our STEM lab!\r\n\r\nAs a Title I public computer science and STEM school, our students are brilliant, motivated, and full of big ideas—yet they are often accustomed to working with hand-me-down, unreliable equipment. For a long time, our students relied on an old, gifted 3D printer that spent more time broken or waiting for parts than actually printing. Your support changes that narrative entirely by placing industry-leading, 21st-century technology directly into their hands.\r\n\r\nThis new printer will transform how our students engage with the engineering and creation process across all grade levels:\r\n\r\nK–2 Students: Our youngest engineers draw their ideas on paper and sculpt them in clay, watching as their tangible models are brought to life through precise 3D prints.\r\n\r\n3–5 Students: Older students use computer software to design complex 3D objects from scratch, directly translating digital code and concepts into physical reality.\r\n\r\nHaving access to state-of-the-art technology sends a powerful message to our students: they deserve the best, and their ideas are worth investing in. The reliability, multi-color capabilities, and advanced features of this high-quality printer will inspire our students to push their creativity further, attempt intricate designs, and see themselves as true engineers.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and giving them the tools to design, build, and innovate for the future!","fullyFundedDate":1787585521761,"projectUrl":"project/top-notch-3d-printing/10315856/","projectTitle":"Top Notch 3D Printing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1958060_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476372796932","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/readforroland"},{"teacherId":1958060,"projectId":10365155,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our library's calm down corner!\r\n\r\nYour donations of fidget tubes, puppets, sensory bottles, and other SEL materials are already making a meaningful difference. The calm down corner is one of the most popular and vital spaces in our library—not only for students processing big emotions like sadness or anger, but also for those who simply need a quick stimulation break to reset and recharge.\r\n\r\nIn our library, practice and safe space go hand in hand. Every student knows that they are welcome here and that taking a moment when they \"just need a minute\" is a healthy, valid choice. Adding these new, engaging resources reinforces to our students that their emotional well-being matters and directly supports their Social Emotional Learning outside of the classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, all students across our school now have access to tools that help them feel safe, validated, and ready to learn. We are so grateful for your investment in our students' growth and happiness!","fullyFundedDate":1787584929803,"projectUrl":"project/calm-down-sel-supports/10365155/","projectTitle":"Calm Down & SEL Supports","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1958060_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476372796932","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/readforroland"},{"teacherId":4685148,"projectId":10247054,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project to ensure students have access to the snacks they need throughout the school day. Your generosity is helping meet an important basic need so our Pre-K students can come to school ready to learn, play, and grow.\r\n\r\nHaving a nutritious snack can make a big difference for young children. With these snacks available, students can stay focused during lessons, participate more fully in activities, interact positively with their friends, and have the energy they need to make the most of their day.\r\n\r\nYour kindness also helps ensure that every child feels cared for, supported, and included, regardless of their circumstances. I am incredibly grateful for your generosity and for recognizing that sometimes something as simple as a snack can have such a meaningful impact.","fullyFundedDate":1783536756609,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-learning/10247054/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4685148_orig.jpg?crop=958,958,x0,y134&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632877439352","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4685148"},{"teacherId":4685148,"projectId":10193638,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my DonorsChoose project and helping make outdoor play more exciting and meaningful for students! Because of your generosity, my class have access to opportunities to enjoy bubbles, balls, sprinklers, water play, and other activities that encourage them to move, explore, and play together.\r\n\r\nThese materials will help students develop strength, coordination, confidence, creativity, and important social skills such as sharing, cooperation, communication, and teamwork. Most importantly, they will have the chance to learn and grow while having fun with their friends outdoors.\r\n\r\nYour kindness is helping us create an outdoor environment where every child can feel included, active, and excited to participate. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for investing in our students and their development.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping students play, learn, grow, and make wonderful memories together!","fullyFundedDate":1778605932406,"projectUrl":"project/active-minds-outdoors/10193638/","projectTitle":"Active Minds Outdoors","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4685148_orig.jpg?crop=958,958,x0,y134&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1632877439352","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4685148"},{"teacherId":9047408,"projectId":10545373,"letterContent":"Thank you SO much for supporting my classroom and my students! They were ecstatic when I told them the news. Starting the year, I have so many students who are not bringing snacks for various reasons. Knowing they will have snack no matter if they bring it or not, made them very happy. They all started clapping and cheering.\r\n\r\nAs their teacher, my eyes literally teared up when I saw this was fully funded. I can't say thank you enough! Students do not learn when they are hungry. I am so blessed to know none of my students will go without a snack and none of them will go home hungry! That is because of you! Thank you for your love and support!","fullyFundedDate":1788329452991,"projectUrl":"project/snacking-and-learning/10545373/","projectTitle":"Snacking and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schutjer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9047408_orig.jpg?crop=500,500,x202,y322&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683907880734","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9047408"},{"teacherId":3222799,"projectId":10511015,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Your support means more than you know and will make a meaningful difference in the learning experiences of our students. Because of your kindness, our students will have access to resources that will help make learning more engaging, hands-on, and exciting. Your generosity shows our students that there are people who believe in them and want to help them succeed.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful that you chose to support our students and our school. Your donation will help create opportunities for our students to explore, discover, collaborate, and grow as learners. Every resource makes a difference, and your contribution is helping us create a classroom where students feel encouraged to learn, take risks, and reach their full potential. Thank you for investing in our students and helping make their educational journey a little brighter!","fullyFundedDate":1787585150236,"projectUrl":"project/snacking-in-first-grade/10511015/","projectTitle":"Snacking in First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McGuffee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3222799_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542382544842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mcguffee"},{"teacherId":3222799,"projectId":10429165,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Your support means more than you know and will make a meaningful difference in the learning experiences of our students. Because of your kindness, our students will have access to resources that will help make learning more engaging, hands-on, and exciting. Your generosity shows our students that there are people who believe in them and want to help them succeed.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful that you chose to support our students and our school. Your donation will help create opportunities for our students to explore, discover, collaborate, and grow as learners. Every resource makes a difference, and your contribution is helping us create a classroom where students feel encouraged to learn, take risks, and reach their full potential. Thank you for investing in our students and helping make their educational journey a little brighter!","fullyFundedDate":1787585322218,"projectUrl":"project/freeze-fridays-with-ninja-slushies/10429165/","projectTitle":"Freeze Fridays with Ninja Slushies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McGuffee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3222799_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542382544842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mcguffee"},{"teacherId":3222799,"projectId":9599393,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Your support means more than you know and will make a meaningful difference in the learning experiences of our students. Because of your kindness, our students will have access to resources that will help make learning more engaging, hands-on, and exciting. Your generosity shows our students that there are people who believe in them and want to help them succeed.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful that you chose to support our students and our school. Your donation will help create opportunities for our students to explore, discover, collaborate, and grow as learners. Every resource makes a difference, and your contribution is helping us create a classroom where students feel encouraged to learn, take risks, and reach their full potential. Thank you for investing in our students and helping make their educational journey a little brighter!","fullyFundedDate":1755965535340,"projectUrl":"project/glow-up-for-learning-family-and-fun/9599393/","projectTitle":"Glow Up for Learning, Family, and Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McGuffee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3222799_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542382544842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mcguffee"},{"teacherId":3222799,"projectId":10150691,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom! Your support means more than you know and will make a meaningful difference in the learning experiences of our students. Because of your kindness, our students will have access to resources that will help make learning more engaging, hands-on, and exciting. Your generosity shows our students that there are people who believe in them and want to help them succeed.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful that you chose to support our students and our school. Your donation will help create opportunities for our students to explore, discover, collaborate, and grow as learners. Every resource makes a difference, and your contribution is helping us create a classroom where students feel encouraged to learn, take risks, and reach their full potential. Thank you for investing in our students and helping make their educational journey a little brighter!","fullyFundedDate":1778031157027,"projectUrl":"project/snacking-in-first-grade/10150691/","projectTitle":"Snacking in First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McGuffee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3222799_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1542382544842","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-mcguffee"},{"teacherId":4685148,"projectId":10166249,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this classroom project. Because of your generosity, my students now have exciting, kid-friendly fitness and movement materials that will make being active a fun and meaningful part of their school day. These resources will give students opportunities to build strength, coordination, balance, confidence, and teamwork while developing healthy habits that can last a lifetime.\r\n\r\nYour gift will do so much more than provide exercise equipment. It will create opportunities for students to take movement breaks, participate in small-group challenges, work together to solve problems, and discover that physical activity can be both enjoyable and rewarding. For students who may not always have access to structured fitness opportunities outside of school, these materials are especially meaningful.\r\n\r\nI am excited to see my classroom become a place where students can move their bodies, challenge themselves, encourage one another, and have fun while learning. 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