{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Southgate Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":41.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7494118,"projectId":10211385,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our reading rewards project! Your donation gives our students something exciting to work toward as they set reading goals, practice their skills, and celebrate their progress.\r\n\r\nFor young readers, every bit of encouragement matters. Being able to reward their hard work helps build confidence, motivation, and a love for reading. We are so grateful that you chose to invest in our students and help make reaching their goals feel even more special.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us celebrate their effort, growth, and success. Your kindness is making a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1777981183188,"projectUrl":"project/ar-goals/10211385/","projectTitle":"AR Goals","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wagoner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7494118_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666130793753","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wagoner1"},{"teacherId":7494118,"projectId":10211286,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to help provide snacks for our classroom. Many of our students come from low-income families, and having snacks available at school can make a bigger difference than you may realize.\r\n\r\nYour kindness helps ensure that our students have something to eat when they are hungry so they can focus on learning, participating, and enjoying their day at school. It also gives our classroom one less thing to worry about and allows us to better care for each child's needs.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful that you chose to support our students. Thank you for helping them feel cared for, supported, and ready to learn each day.","fullyFundedDate":1777660078777,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-growing-minds/10211286/","projectTitle":"Fueling Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wagoner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7494118_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666130793753","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wagoner1"},{"teacherId":1863143,"projectId":10185538,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my school. It was so kind for you to take time out of your day and look into my project and donate! These items are something that couldn't of been purchased and will be put to great use. \r\n\r\nThe cameras are able to help make creating memories for the yearbook so much easier. Teachers can check these out and take pictures for their class. Those pictures can then be used in the yearbook. Students will get to then keep those memories for a long time. \r\n\r\nAlso the snacks and supplies, help feed those who need an extra snack to get through the day. A happy belly always make the day go so much better. \r\n\r\nAgain thank you so much for your donation, it means more than you know!","fullyFundedDate":1777981182975,"projectUrl":"project/creating-memories-for-the-school-year/10185538/","projectTitle":"Creating Memories for the School Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Simonds","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1863143_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502767196128","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-simonds"},{"teacherId":7494118,"projectId":10174469,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of snacks for my students! Your support means more than you know. Many of my students come from lower-income families, and having snacks available helps make sure they can focus on learning instead of being distracted by hunger.\r\n\r\nThese snacks provide more than just a little something to eat—they help my students feel cared for, comfortable, and ready to learn each day. I am incredibly grateful for your kindness and for helping me create a classroom where every student has what they need to be successful.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in the lives of my students! ❤️","fullyFundedDate":1775605875753,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-growing-minds/10174469/","projectTitle":"Fueling Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wagoner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7494118_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666130793753","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wagoner1"},{"teacherId":8791408,"projectId":10100550,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for expanding my classroom library by helping me to get necessary supplies for my listening station! The labels have made it so much easier for the students to find the book and cd independently. They love all the new books and listening to them together! This project will help us to make meaningful connections between print and spoken word, and that words have meaning. I am confident that this will build a love of literacy for years to come. On behalf of myself and my students: thank you for supporting our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1777981182832,"projectUrl":"project/love-of-literacy/10100550/","projectTitle":"Love of Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8791408_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754505993437","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8791408"},{"teacherId":8791408,"projectId":10263017,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for our classroom snacks! Our snack station has expanded and we have enough snacks for quite awhile, all thanks to you! My students can now concentrate on learning and not on being hungry. My parents fo not have to worry about finding a way to bring snacks for the class. We truly appreciate all that you have done for us. Children who have snacks are better able to concentrate and do better in school, and you had a direct hand in that. On behalf of myself, my school, my students, and their families: thank you.","fullyFundedDate":1785165191994,"projectUrl":"project/snack-shack/10263017/","projectTitle":"Snack Shack","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8791408_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754505993437","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8791408"},{"teacherId":7494118,"projectId":10133611,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and providing us with folders to help organize our daily work! These folders will give my students an easy way to keep track of their completed and incomplete work, helping them become more responsible and independent learners.\r\n\r\nHaving a designated place for everything will also make a huge difference in our classroom routines. Instead of spending valuable learning time searching for papers or figuring out what still needs to be finished, students will know exactly where their work belongs. This will help us have faster, smoother transitions and spend more of our day focused on learning.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your generosity and for helping make our classroom a more organized and productive place to learn. Thank you for investing in our students and helping set them up for success!","fullyFundedDate":1773516337355,"projectUrl":"project/ketchup-mustard-organizing-our-learni/10133611/","projectTitle":"Ketchup & Mustard: Organizing Our Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wagoner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7494118_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1666130793753","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-wagoner1"},{"teacherId":8791408,"projectId":10100549,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for our new shelf! The children love having an easy way to find the book they want to read and the cds that go with them. We have plenty of space to continue growing our library and promoting a love of reading for years to come! The shelf is very sturdy and has a lot of storage space, yet is compact enough to fit in our reading area. It is so much more than I hoped for and I love that the students have a way to find what they need and learn responsibility for putting things away. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1777981182616,"projectUrl":"project/audio-essentials/10100549/","projectTitle":"Audio Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Foley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8791408_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754505993437","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8791408"},{"teacherId":4594925,"projectId":9599348,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing this positive reinforcement project to life! Your donation provided us with much more than just \"stuff\"—it allowed us to invest in a foundational teaching strategy that is already building character, confidence, and a love for learning in my students. \r\n\r\nBecause kindergarteners are still learning fundamental social skills, these positive reinforcement materials have provided them with a tangible, immediate connection between their positive actions and a positive outcome. It has made it so much easier for them to understand and repeat good behaviors! By rewarding their effort and kindness, you have helped me create a classroom environment where my students feel safe, valued, and highly motivated. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping us reduce classroom anxiety, encourage a strong sense of community, and celebrate the good in our room!","fullyFundedDate":1755729398706,"projectUrl":"project/positive-power-in-kindergarten/9599348/","projectTitle":"Positive Power in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4594925_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644090844110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4594925"},{"teacherId":4594925,"projectId":9272452,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing this project to life! When our new packages arrived, my kindergarteners were absolutely thrilled to unpack our brand-new headphones and see our new iPad storage area. Your generosity has made our classroom a much more functional and exciting place to learn.\r\n\r\nWe are utilizing our iPads and new headphones every single day. In a busy kindergarten environment, focus can sometimes be hard to find! These headphones minimize auditory distractions, allowing individual students to concentrate on their individualized learning games without disrupting their peers. Many of our educational apps utilize audio instructions, stories, and feedback, and now each student can clearly hear these elements at their own pace. This has been especially beneficial for our English Language Learners who rely heavily on audio support, and for my students with auditory processing sensitivities who need to control the volume and minimize background noise. \r\n\r\nThe dedicated storage you provided has also been a game-changer. It prevents clutter, making it incredibly easy for students to locate and return their devices, which saves us so much valuable instructional time! Furthermore, it is minimizing the risk of damage from the inevitable bumps and drops, while teaching my young students how to take responsibility and properly care for our classroom resources. \r\n\r\nBy fully immersing my students in their audio content, they are noticeably more engaged and motivated in their learning activities. You have given them the tools they need to succeed and foster independence. Thank you for investing in my students and for believing in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1746741505435,"projectUrl":"project/tune-in-to-learning/9272452/","projectTitle":"Tune In to Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dawson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4594925_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1644090844110","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4594925"},{"teacherId":10190933,"projectId":10016126,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support of our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to technology that has transformed the way they learn each day. The new technology has made lessons more engaging, interactive, and accessible for all learners. Students are able to work at their own pace, collaborate with classmates, and use educational programs that provide immediate feedback, helping them build confidence while mastering new skills. For many of my students, having access to this technology has opened doors to learning opportunities they might not otherwise experience.\r\n\r\nThe excitement these new tools have brought into our classroom has been amazing to witness. My students are eager to use the technology during lessons and often ask if they can continue learning even after they've completed their assignments. Even some of my quieter or more hesitant learners have become more engaged and willing to participate. Watching students who once lacked confidence become excited to solve problems, explore new concepts, and celebrate their successes has been one of the most rewarding parts of this experience.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has provided so much more than new equipment—it has inspired curiosity, encouraged creativity, and helped create a classroom where every student has the opportunity to succeed. Thank you for believing in my students and investing in their future. Your support has made a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1773516337297,"projectUrl":"project/listening-to-learn-in-second-grade/10016126/","projectTitle":"Listening to Learn in Second Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Darling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10190933"},{"teacherId":7494118,"projectId":10091311,"letterContent":"Your generosity made so much more than a donation—it created an unforgettable learning experience for my students while supporting families in our community.\r\n\r\nAs my students worked together to pack each Spring Break food box, they learned the importance of kindness, compassion, and giving back. They carefully organized each item, knowing that their efforts would help another family enjoy nutritious meals during the school break. This hands-on experience helped them understand that even at a young age, they have the power to make a meaningful difference in someone else's life.\r\n\r\nThe gratitude from the families receiving these boxes was truly heartwarming. Knowing they had food to help bridge the gap while school was out brought relief, comfort, and hope during a time when many face additional challenges. Your support reminded them that their community cares and that they are not alone.\r\nThank you for investing in both my students and our families. Because of your generosity, my students learned the value of service, and our families experienced the kindness and support of people who chose to make a difference. 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