{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Holly Grove Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":1486270,"projectId":10343999,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the generous gift of our new classroom rug! It has been such a wonderful addition to our kindergarten classroom, and my students have been absolutely thrilled to have it.\r\n\r\nThe moment the rug arrived, the students were so excited to see it and immediately wanted to explore it. They loved finding their own spots and noticing the clear boundaries that help everyone know where their personal space begins and ends. Now, the rug is used every single day—for morning meetings, read-alouds, whole-group lessons, movement activities, and classroom discussions. It has made our classroom feel brighter, more organized, welcoming, and ready for learning.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments has been watching the students independently find their spots on the rug and settle in together for our lessons. Something as simple as having a clearly defined space has made a big difference for our kindergarteners. They know where to sit, where their bodies belong, and how to share our learning space with their classmates. It has quickly become one of the most-loved parts of our classroom!\r\n\r\nWe are currently learning all about **being a classroom community and learning how to be successful kindergarteners**. Our next steps are to continue building routines, practicing how to work and learn together, and developing the independence and stamina we need for all of the exciting learning ahead. Soon, we will be diving deeper into literacy and math activities, and our new rug will continue to be a place where we gather, learn, share ideas, and celebrate our growth.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and our students. Your generosity has given us a high-quality resource that will be enjoyed and used for many years to come. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for helping make our classroom a warm, welcoming place where every child can learn and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1787485273440,"projectUrl":"project/a-new-carpet-for-growing-kindergarten-mi/10343999/","projectTitle":"A New Carpet for Growing Kindergarten Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bainlardi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1486270_orig.jpg?crop=475,475,x0,y1&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784026108626","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1486270"},{"teacherId":9940010,"projectId":10424212,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my \"Comfort, Calm, and Confidence\" classroom project! Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our special education preschool classroom and has helped create a classroom environment where my students can feel safe, comfortable, confident, and ready to learn.\r\nMost importantly, these materials have helped me create a classroom that recognizes that comfort and learning go hand in hand. My students learn best when they feel secure, regulated, engaged, and supported. Your donations have given me additional tools to meet those needs while making learning more fun and meaningful.\r\nThank you for investing in my students and believing in their potential. Your generosity is helping us build a classroom where every child has opportunities to feel calm, become confident, connect with others, and learn in their own unique way.","fullyFundedDate":1787585098281,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-calm-and-confidence-for-little/10424212/","projectTitle":"Comfort, Calm, and Confidence for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Junio","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9940010_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742238147974","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9940010"},{"teacherId":9940010,"projectId":10119844,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting our preschool special education classroom! Because of your kindness, my students now have wonderful resources that help them learn through play while building important communication, social, emotional, and fine motor skills.\r\n\r\nWhen I introduced the new materials, my students were immediately excited. The Construction Play Box quickly became a favorite, with students eagerly scooping, digging, building roads, and using the construction vehicles together. It created wonderful opportunities for cooperative play, requesting materials, taking turns, and expanding vocabulary.\r\n\r\nThe Big Feelings Pineapple has become an engaging way to teach emotions and facial expressions. Many of my students have autism and are learning to recognize and express their feelings. They love creating different faces on the pineapple and talking about when they feel happy, sad, excited, frustrated, or calm. It has opened the door to meaningful conversations about emotions in a fun, hands-on way.\r\n\r\nThe sensory fidgets and Breathing Pals have already become valuable calming tools throughout our day. My students are learning how to use these resources to regulate their emotions, practice deep breathing, and return to learning when they begin to feel overwhelmed. It has been wonderful to watch them become more independent in managing their feelings.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, these resources will be incorporated into our daily centers, social-emotional lessons, sensory breaks, and small-group instruction. My goal is to help each child build communication skills, develop friendships, increase independence, and gain confidence through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided so much more than classroom materials—it has created opportunities for growth, connection, and joyful learning every single day. Thank you for believing in my students and helping them succeed. 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