{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cross Timbers Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":17.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9206715,"projectId":10233128,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our speech room! Your generous donation was able to purchase great therapy resources such as sheet protectors, new articulation cards and a new play set. These all make a meaningful difference in our therapy sessions! The protective sheets will help keep the paper therapy materials organized and protected to use with several students over the years. The play set will allow to incorporate hands on language learning and sentence expansion. The articulation cards will give my students engaging opportunities to practice their speech sounds. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students!","fullyFundedDate":1778009388284,"projectUrl":"project/small-tools-big-voices/10233128/","projectTitle":"Small Tools, Big Voices","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zapata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9206715_orig.jpg?crop=2231,2231,x84,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692763794169","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9206715"},{"teacherId":9206715,"projectId":10155727,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating the wonderful spring themed books to our speech therapy classroom! They were an exciting expansion to my library and great books to pair with language lessons! Especially for such fun holidays and seasons in spring! Your donation is so greatly appreciated and valued! My students enjoyed reading so many of them and we look forward to reading them years to come! I love how so many of the books for the spring theme had such vibrant colors and helped me plan such fun spring lessons!","fullyFundedDate":1773837635053,"projectUrl":"project/spring-into-reading/10155727/","projectTitle":"Spring Into Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zapata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9206715_orig.jpg?crop=2231,2231,x84,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692763794169","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9206715"},{"teacherId":8312412,"projectId":10231595,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! My students were so excited to see our new supplies arrive, especially the prize box items and the document camera. Having fresh pens, markers, dry erase materials, and reusable dry erase sleeves has already made a difference in our daily lessons. My students are able to practice skills, erase their work, and try again without worrying about running out of paper. The document camera has also become a valuable tool for instruction because I can model a new skill step-by-step while students follow along at their own pace.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments has been watching students use the dry erase sleeves during math practice. Students can work through a problem, show their thinking, and make corrections as needed. The document camera allows me to quickly model problems and share student work with the class, which has made our lessons more interactive. The small prize box items have also been a fun way to recognize students for their hard work, effort, and growth. Seeing their excitement when they earn a small reward is a wonderful reminder of how meaningful encouragement can be.\r\n\r\nAs we continue through the school year, my students will keep using these resources during math practice, small-group instruction, and independent work. We are currently working on building math skills and confidence, and these materials will allow students to get the repeated practice they need while making learning more engaging. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where they have the tools, encouragement, and opportunities they need to succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1778015273378,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-tools-for-bright-minds/10231595/","projectTitle":"Fresh Tools for Bright Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nestelroad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8312412_orig.jpg?crop=958,958,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643982947770","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8312412"},{"teacherId":162504,"projectId":10484465,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding my project \"Turning Pages, Building Readers.\" I know these decodable chapter books will transform our classroom book club into a powerful learning community where every student can succeed. My students with mild reading disabilities often struggle with traditional chapter books that contain complex, irregular spelling patterns and unfamiliar vocabulary. Decodable chapter books are specifically designed with controlled phonics patterns that build on skills they've already mastered, allowing them to read independently with confidence rather than frustration. When students can decode the words on the page, they shift from struggling with how to read to enjoying what they're reading—and that's when the magic happens.\r\n\r\nThis book club will do more than improve reading skills; it will change how my students see themselves as readers. Currently, many of my students avoid reading because they associate it with failure and embarrassment. With decodable chapter books matched to their skill level, they'll experience the joy of finishing a whole book, discussing plot twists with peers, and eagerly reaching for the next title in a series. These shared reading experiences will build both their decoding fluency and their reading comprehension, while the social aspect of our book club will create a supportive community where students celebrate each other's progress. By providing access to books designed for their success, you have given my students not just reading practice, but the confidence and motivation to become lifelong readers. Thank you for providing the resources to make this happen!","fullyFundedDate":1787148471740,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-building-readers/10484465/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages, Building Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp162504_orig.jpg?crop=652,652,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650917324827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nichole-seay"},{"teacherId":162504,"projectId":10401368,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a welcoming literacy haven where every emerging reader feels valued and supported! The materials from our \"Rolling Out the Red Carpet for Emerging Readers\" project have made an immediate and profound difference for my students with mild reading differences. The colorful literacy games have turned reading practice into joyful learning experiences, allowing students to build phonics skills and sight word recognition while laughing and collaborating with peers. Our new collection of engaging picture books has opened windows to new worlds, as students see themselves as readers who belong in the world of books.\r\n\r\nThe cozy bean bag chair has become the most sought-after seat in our classroom—a special spot where students can curl up with a book and read in comfort, making literacy feel less like work and more like a treat. Even our new pencil sharpener has had an unexpected impact, giving students greater independence and confidence as they write responses to their reading without interruption. Your support has sent a powerful message to these young learners: their success matters, their struggles are valid, and they deserve tools that help them thrive. The smile on a student's face when they successfully decode a tricky word during a literacy game or excitedly share a favorite picture book with a friend is priceless. You've given our emerging readers not just materials, but the gift of confidence, joy, and a genuine love of reading that will serve them for a lifetime.","fullyFundedDate":1785173808292,"projectUrl":"project/rolling-out-the-red-carpet-for-emerging/10401368/","projectTitle":"Rolling Out the Red Carpet for Emerging Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp162504_orig.jpg?crop=652,652,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650917324827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nichole-seay"},{"teacherId":162504,"projectId":10221236,"letterContent":"Because of your incredible generosity, our classroom has been transformed into a vibrant hub of engagement and discovery. The \"Level Up Our Future\" project has provided my students with specialized literacy games and high-quality gear that turn daunting reading lessons into exciting challenges. For students with mild reading disabilities, the traditional \"pencil and paper\" approach can often lead to frustration and fatigue. Now, thanks to you, they are building phonics skills through interactive play and collaborative games. Watching a student who previously struggled to decode words suddenly light up while winning a literacy game is a testament to the power of having the right tools for the job.\r\n\r\nBeyond the academic gains, your contribution has ensured that our learning environment remains a safe and healthy space. The \"germ-free fun\" components of this project allow my students to focus entirely on their growth without the distraction of shared clutter or hygiene concerns. The new resources and supplies have fostered a sense of pride and ownership in our classroom, signaling to these young learners that their education is worth investing in. You haven't just provided supplies; you've provided a \"level up\" in confidence for children who often feel left behind. Thank you for believing in their potential and for helping us create a future where every student can find joy in reading.","fullyFundedDate":1778010566867,"projectUrl":"project/level-up-our-future-literacy-games-gea/10221236/","projectTitle":"Level Up Our Future: Literacy Games, Gear, and Germ-Free Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp162504_orig.jpg?crop=652,652,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650917324827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nichole-seay"},{"teacherId":9206715,"projectId":9911779,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! The winter books were such a great addition to my speech therapy library! I love teaching through literacy! The language flashcards have been so useful for my students learning vocabulary concepts! I love how vibrant and realistic the pictures are! The articulation resources have also been very useful and fun to use in therapy. These materials will be so much fun to use for years to come!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for donating to my speech therapy classroom! Your donations are so greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1768413738621,"projectUrl":"project/connections-in-communication/9911779/","projectTitle":"Connections in Communication","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zapata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9206715_orig.jpg?crop=2231,2231,x84,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692763794169","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9206715"},{"teacherId":8825832,"projectId":10122514,"letterContent":"I want to express my sincere appreciation to you for helping fund this project. Many of the supplies in this project are items we use daily and desperately needed to be replaced. Other items in this project were chosen to help build on the knowledge of rhyming, numbers, and general phonics - I have many students who are exceeding PK standards and will enjoy being challenged by these new learning tools. The remainder of the items are fun and engaging fine motor and visual motor learning tools that will be great practice for all of the students in my classroom. \r\n\r\nI look forward to using these materials immediately and for many years to come. They will truly touch every student that walks through my door.","fullyFundedDate":1776127512897,"projectUrl":"project/a-little-bit-of-this-a-little-bit-of-th/10122514/","projectTitle":"A Little Bit of This, A Little Bit of That","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Herrera","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8825832_orig.jpg?crop=940,940,x0,y106&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1774298185813","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-herrera-pk"},{"teacherId":8312412,"projectId":9986335,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project. Your kindness directly impacts my students and helps create an environment where they can feel motivated, confident, and successful in their learning.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the newly stocked prize box and fresh set of dry erase markers, their excitement was immediate and genuine. Smiles spread across the room, and even students who are typically hesitant were eager to participate. One student quietly said, \"I'm going to try my best today,\" which perfectly captured the impact of these simple but powerful tools.\r\n\r\nWe began using the dry erase markers right away during a math lesson on multi-step problem solving. Each student worked through problems on their whiteboard, showing their thinking step by step. This allowed me to quickly check for understanding and provide support in real time, while students felt comfortable making mistakes and trying again. The low-pressure format encouraged more participation, and I saw increased confidence, especially among students who usually struggle.\r\n\r\nThe prize box has already become a meaningful motivator. Students are more focused, putting in greater effort, and celebrating both big and small successes. They take pride in earning rewards through positive behavior and persistence.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these resources daily as part of our math routines, building both skills and confidence. These materials are helping create a classroom environment where students feel encouraged, supported, and excited to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1768409018939,"projectUrl":"project/small-rewards-big-motivation/9986335/","projectTitle":"Small Rewards = Big Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nestelroad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8312412_orig.jpg?crop=958,958,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1643982947770","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8312412"},{"teacherId":162504,"projectId":10140145,"letterContent":"Your generous support of my Decode and Discover Book Club project has made a meaningful and lasting impact on my students. With access to decodable readers that feature vibrant, engaging illustrations, my students are no longer overwhelmed by text that feels out of reach. Instead, they are building confidence as they successfully apply their phonics skills to read complete stories independently. These books have transformed reading from a source of frustration into an achievable and rewarding experience.\r\n\r\nBecause the texts are carefully aligned to their instructional needs, students are able to practice targeted skills in a way that feels authentic and enjoyable. The addition of colorful illustrations has increased both comprehension and motivation, helping students stay engaged and make connections to the stories they read. I have already seen growth not only in their decoding abilities, but also in their willingness to take risks and persist through challenges.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support has helped foster a sense of pride and ownership in my students' learning. They are excited to participate in our book club, share their progress, and celebrate their successes. These experiences are critical for developing lifelong readers, and your contribution has helped make that possible. Thank you for investing in my students and believing in their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1773837100553,"projectUrl":"project/decode-and-discover-book-club/10140145/","projectTitle":"Decode and Discover Book Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Seay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp162504_orig.jpg?crop=652,652,x0,y23&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650917324827","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/nichole-seay"},{"teacherId":4964879,"projectId":9988668,"letterContent":"I would like to extend my sincere thanks for providing the materials that made our imaginary play project possible. Your support has had a meaningful impact on our students' learning and development.\r\n\r\nThrough this project, students engaged in imaginative role-play as parents, baristas, veterinarians, doctors, and bank tellers. In doing so, they naturally began using more sophisticated, \"adult-like\" language, which strengthened their oral language skills—an essential foundation for literacy development.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the social interactions involved in this type of play helped foster important social and emotional skills. Students practiced reading social cues, recognizing and managing their emotions, and collaborating with peers on shared, ongoing projects. These are lifelong skills that contribute greatly to both academic success and personal growth.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create a rich, engaging learning environment where students can grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We are truly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1768409021751,"projectUrl":"project/the-significance-of-dramatic-play/9988668/","projectTitle":"The Significance of Dramatic Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4964879_orig.png?crop=526,526,x91,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767894391593","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4964879"},{"teacherId":8891968,"projectId":9575645,"letterContent":"Thank you for your impactful donation to our classroom. When the students saw our new materials, they were so excited! Their use has been purposeful rather than distracting. The vet toys and cash register immediately sparked imaginative, cooperative play. The Legos have especially been a huge hit! The students have followed the instructions in the manual to create many designs. They demonstrated planning skills, and peer collaboration, negotiating designs and troubleshooting when structures did not work as expected.\r\nThe flexible seating has had a noticeable calming effect, particularly for students who struggle with sustained attention at traditional desks. Several students independently chose seating options that helped them regulate their bodies, remain engaged, and complete tasks with fewer reminders.\r\nOverall, student reactions were enthusiastic but regulated. 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