{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mark Twain Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":64.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4448563,"projectId":10157862,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation of multiplication flash cards for our 4th grade students. Because of your support, each child now has their own set of cards to use both in the classroom and at home. This simple yet powerful resource will make a meaningful difference in how our students build confidence and fluency in math.\r\n\r\nRote memorization of multiplication facts is absolutely essential for success in 4th grade mathematics. Students rely on these facts in nearly every area of their learning, including finding area, solving long division problems, and working with equivalent fractions. Having quick and accurate recall allows them to focus on higher-level thinking instead of getting stuck on basic calculations.\r\n\r\nYour donation ensures that every student has the opportunity to practice consistently, reinforcing their developing skills and deepening their understanding. With access to these flashcards at school and at home, students can strengthen their knowledge in a supportive and continuous way. We truly appreciate your commitment to education and your role in helping us close mathematics gaps for our learners.","fullyFundedDate":1773870237576,"projectUrl":"project/multiplication-matters/10157862/","projectTitle":"Multiplication Matters","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4448563_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509579419886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jacqueline-bailey"},{"teacherId":8243788,"projectId":10121936,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to my project. These carpets have already helped in my need for students to conform, somewhat, to their assigned seats on the rug, and assigned line location, while lining up.\r\nAs it is nearly the end of the school year, it is difficult for most neurodivergent students to adhere completely and with understanding of 'assigned number/spot'; however, so far they are enjoying having their own 'number'. In the year to come, it will be implemented and understood from the first day of school. I am positive these rugs will transform the transitions structure of our classroom to effectively fit the needs of my students.\r\nThank you so much for funding this project for us. These rugs are the most important and desired items I have ever felt needed, for any of my classroom needs, in all my 29 years of teaching.\r\nYou have given us something that will tremendously transform the movement/transitions of my students in the most positive way.","fullyFundedDate":1772413528279,"projectUrl":"project/emotional-stability-is-provided-by-defin/10121936/","projectTitle":"Emotional Stability Is Provided by Definite/Permanent Locations of Numbered Rugs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8243788_orig.jpg?crop=917,917,x76,y64&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1772140266012","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8243788"},{"teacherId":4448563,"projectId":9949494,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing our elementary students with new school uniform tops and bottoms. Because of you, our students are able to come to school feeling confident, comfortable, and ready to learn each day. Your kindness has made an immediate and meaningful difference in their daily experience.\r\n\r\nIn a Title I school, meeting basic needs like appropriate clothing has a direct impact on student attendance and achievement. When students have access to clean, well-fitting uniforms, barriers to coming to school are reduced, and they are better able to focus on learning. Your generosity helps create a more equitable environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed.\r\n\r\nJust as importantly, your support strengthens the trusting relationships we build with our families. By helping meet such significant needs, you show our community that they are seen, valued, and supported. We are deeply grateful for your partnership and the lasting impact you continue to make in the lives of our students and families.","fullyFundedDate":1772550429557,"projectUrl":"project/uniforms-for-learners/9949494/","projectTitle":"Uniforms for Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4448563_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509579419886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jacqueline-bailey"},{"teacherId":4448563,"projectId":10157062,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing our 3rd and 4th grade boys soccer team with new cleats for the spring season. Your kindness ensures that our students can step onto the field with confidence, comfort, and a sense of pride as they represent their team.\r\n\r\nParticipating in extracurricular activities like competitive sports means so much to our students, but it is not always financially feasible for the families we serve. Your partnership helps meet essential needs—like proper athletic shoes—so that no student is left behind and every child has the opportunity to fully participate.\r\n\r\nWe are tremendously grateful for the impact you have made in the lives of our students. Because of you, our team is ready to have an incredible season filled with growth, teamwork, and fun. Thank you for being such an important part of their journey!","fullyFundedDate":1773951950209,"projectUrl":"project/soccer-cleats-for-wildcat-soccer/10157062/","projectTitle":"Soccer Cleats for Wildcat Soccer","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bailey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4448563_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509579419886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jacqueline-bailey"},{"teacherId":6464931,"projectId":9957758,"letterContent":"It is such a blessing to be able to provide undergarments to my students. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity in giving to this project. While underwear and socks may not seem like a big deal to many, to my students and families, it means the world. \r\n\r\nIt is also a huge bonus that I am able to provide these items when a student has an accident at school. I have had multiple parents ask me for underwear and socks because they cannot afford those items at this time. The ability to offer these items to families can alleviate a burden for parents, and they are very grateful for that. \r\n\r\nThank you again and may the universe bless you for your positive giving energy.","fullyFundedDate":1772550422457,"projectUrl":"project/under-where-under-the-tree/9957758/","projectTitle":"Under-Where? Under the Tree!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6464931_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y748&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723055428948","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6464931"},{"teacherId":6464931,"projectId":10134360,"letterContent":"Bless you for your kindness in giving to my project. As you can see from the pictures, my students appreciate the food we are provided in order to supplement groceries at home. \r\n\r\nSo many of my students' families are struggling in so many ways. Providing the food boxes is one way to help remove a barrier so that the students can have better attendance and focus better in class. This also helps the parents and guardians by alleviating some of their stress. When they are less worried about feeding their children, they can focus on caring for and nurturing them.\r\n\r\nAgain, thank you so much for your generosity and may your kindness come back to you.","fullyFundedDate":1774465699874,"projectUrl":"project/food-for-thought/10134360/","projectTitle":"Food for Thought","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6464931_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y748&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723055428948","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6464931"},{"teacherId":6554790,"projectId":10135833,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support in providing healthy snacks for our 4th grade students during after-school math enrichment club. This optional program runs for two hours each week and is designed for students who are already at or above grade level in mathematics and are eager to continue growing. Your contribution helps make this opportunity even more meaningful and sustainable for our learners.\r\n\r\nThe club is both challenging and rewarding, and our students choose to participate because they are motivated to push themselves academically. After a full day of learning, your thoughtfully provided snacks give them the fuel they need to recharge and stay focused during this extended time of deep thinking and problem-solving. Your support truly enhances their ability to fully engage.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your partnership in supporting our students' academic growth and well-being. Your kindness not only nourishes their bodies but also encourages their dedication and perseverance. Thank you for helping us create an environment where students can thrive and continue striving for excellence!","fullyFundedDate":1773102901288,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-for-kids/10135833/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jennifer Reyes-Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6554790_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719698027056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jennifer-reyes-garcia"},{"teacherId":6554790,"projectId":10135796,"letterContent":"As we gear up for the 29th week of Food Bag Friday, I find myself pausing to reflect on all that we have accomplished together—not only this year, but over the past two as well. For nearly three consecutive school years, your generosity has ensured that every child in 4th grade, and now across our entire building, has been able to take home food when it is needed most. That consistency and care have made a lasting difference in the lives of our students and their families.\r\n\r\nAs public school educators, we often focus on what happens within our classrooms, but thanks to your partnership, we have been able to extend that care far beyond our walls. Together, we are not only teaching and supporting students academically—we are helping meet essential needs that allow them to thrive. Your commitment has helped create a stronger, more compassionate school community.\r\n\r\nI am continually grateful for your dedication to this mission and for standing with us in the fight against food insecurity in our school. Your impact is deeply felt, and your support means more than words can fully express.","fullyFundedDate":1773168050892,"projectUrl":"project/food-bag-fridays/10135796/","projectTitle":"Food Bag Fridays","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jennifer Reyes-Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6554790_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719698027056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jennifer-reyes-garcia"},{"teacherId":6554790,"projectId":10135813,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made an incredible difference in the lives of our students and their families. Because of your support, Food Bag Friday has become a reliable source of comfort and care, ensuring that children leave school each week with the reassurance that they will have meals, snacks, and drinks to sustain them through the weekend. We are eternally grateful for the compassion and commitment you have shown throughout this year.\r\n\r\nEach bag you help provide represents more than just food—it offers peace of mind. Our students know that no matter their circumstances, they are supported and cared for by a community that truly sees them. That sense of security is invaluable, and it would not be possible without your kindness and willingness to give.\r\n\r\nThe success of this project has been nothing short of astronomical, and it is all thanks to you. I am in awe of your service to our school and the meaningful impact you have made. I sincerely hope these words convey even a fraction of our gratitude for how much these bags mean to our students.","fullyFundedDate":1773102901263,"projectUrl":"project/feeding-our-children/10135813/","projectTitle":"Feeding Our Children","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jennifer Reyes-Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6554790_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y60&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1719698027056","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jennifer-reyes-garcia"},{"teacherId":9197683,"projectId":9918944,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing uniforms for our students. These uniforms have made a meaningful impact on our classroom community. Each day, students come to school feeling more confident, comfortable, and ready to learn. One special moment that stood out was during a recent group presentation project, students who previously felt self-conscious were eager to participate and present in front of their peers. Having uniforms helped create a sense of equality and belonging, allowing students to focus on their work rather than what they were wearing.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we are continuing to build a positive classroom environment where students feel included and supported. Our next steps include collaborative projects and presentations that encourage teamwork and confidence, and the uniforms will continue to play a role in fostering unity and pride in our classroom. Your kindness has truly helped remove barriers and given our students one more reason to feel successful each day. Thank you for making such a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1772550444121,"projectUrl":"project/united-by-uniforms/9918944/","projectTitle":"United by Uniforms","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9197683_orig.jpg?crop=2048,2048,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728002278922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9197683"},{"teacherId":9197683,"projectId":9962111,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing uniforms for our students. These uniforms have made a meaningful impact on our classroom community. Each day, students come to school feeling more confident, comfortable, and ready to learn. One special moment that stood out was during a recent group presentation project, students who previously felt self-conscious were eager to participate and present in front of their peers. Having uniforms helped create a sense of equality and belonging, allowing students to focus on their work rather than what they were wearing.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we are continuing to build a positive classroom environment where students feel included and supported. Our next steps include collaborative projects and presentations that encourage teamwork and confidence, and the uniforms will continue to play a role in fostering unity and pride in our classroom. Your kindness has truly helped remove barriers and given our students one more reason to feel successful each day. Thank you for making such a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1772550438319,"projectUrl":"project/united-by-uniforms/9962111/","projectTitle":"United by Uniforms","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ruiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9197683_orig.jpg?crop=2048,2048,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1728002278922","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9197683"},{"teacherId":9197683,"projectId":10131635,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity in providing food boxes for our students and their families. These resources have made a meaningful difference in our classroom and beyond. We have been able to discreetly send food boxes home with students who need them most, ensuring they have access to meals outside of school hours. One moment that stood out was during a class discussion on community and helping others—students who received support felt comfortable sharing how much it meant to them. Their peers responded with empathy and kindness. It was a powerful reminder that meeting basic needs helps students feel valued and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we plan to continue supporting our students while building lessons around community, gratitude, and giving back. Our next steps include incorporating service-learning projects that allow students to explore ways to help others in their own community. Because of your support, our students are not only better prepared to learn but are also developing compassion and awareness for those around them. Thank you for making such a lasting impact on their lives. 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