{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Collins Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8316347,"projectId":9147027,"letterContent":"I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to extend my heartfelt thanks and sincere appreciation for your generous contributions to my classroom project. Thanks to your support, my math classroom has been significantly enhanced with a new office chair, personal whiteboards, dry erase markers, and protractors—all of which have already begun to make a meaningful difference in our daily learning experience.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I always strive to create a space where students feel engaged, supported, and equipped with the tools they need to succeed. Your donation has helped bring that vision closer to reality. The addition of a high-quality office chair may seem small, but it has had a surprisingly large impact on my day-to-day teaching. As many educators know, we spend long hours at our desks planning, grading, and supporting students. Having a comfortable, ergonomic chair has made those long hours more manageable and physically sustainable, allowing me to focus more energy on my students rather than on physical discomfort.\r\n\r\nThe personal whiteboards and dry erase markers have transformed our classroom environment into a more dynamic and interactive space. Now, during lessons, each student has the opportunity to engage with the material in a hands-on way. Instead of simply observing me solve problems on the board, students can work through problems themselves, show their thinking, and receive immediate feedback. This has especially helped my more shy or hesitant students participate more actively, as they feel safer writing down their answers on their boards rather than speaking up in front of the entire class. It has also made formative assessment much quicker and more effective, as I can instantly scan the room and identify who understands the concept and who may need additional support.\r\n\r\nThe protractors have been incredibly helpful in our recent geometry units. Prior to your donation, we had a very limited supply, which meant students had to share or wait for their turn. This often disrupted the flow of lessons and caused some frustration. Now, every student can actively participate in measuring and constructing angles without interruption. This hands-on experience not only reinforces their understanding of geometry but also builds their confidence in using mathematical tools—a skill that will serve them well beyond this school year.\r\n\r\nBeyond the physical items, your donation represents something much deeper. It sends a message to my students that there are people out there—people they've never met—who believe in their potential and are willing to invest in their success. That kind of encouragement is powerful. It builds a sense of community and shows my students that they are supported not just within the walls of our school, but by a wider network of caring individuals.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your kindness, generosity, and belief in the power of education. Your donation has made a lasting impact in our classroom, and we are truly grateful. I look forward to continuing to share with you the growth and achievements your support has helped make possible.","fullyFundedDate":1743636449734,"projectUrl":"project/math-classroom-tools/9147027/","projectTitle":"Math Classroom Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McGovran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8316347_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741293655832","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8316347"},{"teacherId":9177206,"projectId":9207095,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom! Thanks to your kindness, we now have new books to inspire and engage my students, and a much-needed teacher chair that brings comfort and functionality to our daily routine. The students also enjoy getting to use it as one of their rewards. \r\n\r\nThe new books have already sparked excitement among my students—they're eager to dive into new stories and expand their learning. And the chair has truly made a difference in creating a more welcoming and efficient classroom space for both teaching and learning. They love the Who Would Win Books and the I Survived Books. They get really into reading and history with these books. \r\n\r\nYour support means more than words can express. It reminds us that we're not alone—that there are caring individuals who believe in the importance of education and are willing to invest in teachers and students alike.","fullyFundedDate":1746457012036,"projectUrl":"project/i-survived-booksstem-materials/9207095/","projectTitle":"I Survived Books/Stem Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9177206_orig.jpg?crop=1090,1090,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1717602277143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9177206"},{"teacherId":9177206,"projectId":9234801,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my classroom with science materials! Your contribution is making a real difference—my students are now able to explore hands-on experiments, engage more deeply with scientific concepts, and develop a true curiosity about the world around them.\r\n\r\n Your kindness and commitment to education help create a richer, more inspiring learning environment. It means so much to me and to my students to know that there are people like you who believe in the power of education and are willing to invest in our future scientists, engineers, and problem-solvers.","fullyFundedDate":1743890229938,"projectUrl":"project/survive-the-storm/9234801/","projectTitle":"Survive the Storm","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Taff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9177206_orig.jpg?crop=1090,1090,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1717602277143","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9177206"},{"teacherId":9177206,"projectId":8985015,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and myself, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation to our classroom. Your support is making a real difference—bringing hands-on learning to life and sparking curiosity in young scientists every day.\r\n\r\nThanks to your contribution, we now have the tools to explore, experiment, and engage in meaningful scientific learning. Whether it's conducting experiments, building models, reading stories, or observing phenomena, your donation is helping to create a richer, more inspiring learning environment.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your commitment to education and your belief in the potential of our students. 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