{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Union Terrace Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":38.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3943493,"projectId":8333036,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the school supplies. It really helped our beginning of the school year run smoothly. The pencil boxes was filled with the large crayons, erasers, and a pencil and the expo markers to start our year off right. Students loved how their pencils boxes all matched their friends they were the same. Students had all the materials they needed to the thanks of you! We truly appreciate your donations and our gratitude towards our students and classroom. I would not have been able to do it without you! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1716924161072,"projectUrl":"project/school-supplies/8333036/","projectTitle":"School Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Teacher Moulthrop","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherhandwerk"},{"teacherId":1162190,"projectId":9179122,"letterContent":"Your generosity has been very helpful to our class. We go through tissues quickly, so the abundance of tissues we received should last a few months. I think that some students like getting out of their seats to walk to the tissue box. :) The laminator pouches are great for reinforcing work to protect from damage. I like to laminate many things.\r\nAs far as glue sticks go, they are used multiple times a day and make it easy for students to have their own glue stick.\r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom. It makes teaching easier with basic necessities.","fullyFundedDate":1751739222632,"projectUrl":"project/there-are-never-enough-essentials/9179122/","projectTitle":"There Are Never Enough Essentials!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hinkle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1162190_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1521838841814","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michele-hinkle"},{"teacherId":5609404,"projectId":9379841,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our class has been able to engage in creative, hands-on activities. I have seen a positive difference in student attitudes about coming to school. We rarely have anyone absent! \r\n\r\nThe boys and girls have shown growth in math. Our class uses laminated work mats and manipulatives to increase understanding of numbers and math strategies. They impress me everyday with their hard work. \"Yes we can, yes we will!\" is an affirmation we say daily. \r\n\r\nThe good quality crayons are used daily. Students can be illustrators during writing time and be creative when we do special or seasonal projects. They are also learning to be responsible with their materials so we will have them to use for a long time. \r\n\r\nThank you for caring about our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1755721923533,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success/9379841/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schreffler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5609404_orig.jpg?crop=1432,1432,x479,y544&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628103935235","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5609404"},{"teacherId":5625518,"projectId":8845159,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Thanks to you, our classroom library now has books in Spanish and stories that reflect my students' cultures. These new books have helped my students build reading skills like making connections, recognizing themes, and growing their vocabulary in both English and Spanish. Even more importantly, they see themselves and their families in the pages, which makes a huge difference.\r\n\r\nReading time has become one of the happiest parts of our day. Students are excited to pick out books that feel special to them. One of my ELD students, who is new to the country, beams with pride when he reads a book in Spanish to his classmates. Another student was so excited to find a story that reminded her of home. You've made our classroom a place where every student feels proud to be a reader. We are so grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1733859181613,"projectUrl":"project/books-like-me-libros-como-mi/8845159/","projectTitle":"Books Like Me, Libros Como mi.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Glennon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5625518_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x413,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651675941428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-glennon"},{"teacherId":5996149,"projectId":8974340,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in funding our K'Nex and Lego project! Your support has brought creativity, collaboration, and hands-on problem-solving to life in our classroom. Each week, my students eagerly look forward to our Lego Team Building Challenges, where they work together to construct animals, foods, driverless cars, and even our school mascot. These activities have sparked their imagination and encouraged them to think critically while having fun.\r\n\r\nBeyond the builds themselves, the impact of cooperative learning has been truly transformative. Students are learning how to communicate, collaborate, and support one another, essential skills that go beyond the classroom. Watching them engage in discussions, share ideas, and celebrate each other's successes has been incredibly rewarding. Your generosity has not only provided materials but has also helped build a strong, inclusive classroom community. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in my students' learning experiences!","fullyFundedDate":1736957715595,"projectUrl":"project/brick-by-brick-building-steam-and-socia/8974340/","projectTitle":"Brick by Brick: Building STEAM and Social Skills Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Monahan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5996149_orig.jpg?crop=2253,2253,x83,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1557425896928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/seagreavesk"},{"teacherId":555787,"projectId":9095011,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for the books you have provided to my students. We have been so very eager to read them. We have seen the movies but we have been looking forward to reading the books. The children have already started getting into them. They dove right into the numerous series you have provided. We have jumped into so many fantastical worlds. With the books, my students have been able to engage in texts that have enriched their vocabularies and enhanced their literary worlds. I can't begin to express how much we appreciate all you have provided to us. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1741127636035,"projectUrl":"project/movies-we-have-watched-but-now-to-read-t/9095011/","projectTitle":"Movies We Have Watched But Now to Read the Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kowalchuk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp555787_orig.png?crop=2400,2400,x0,y48&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738601026888","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-kowalchuk"},{"teacherId":5625518,"projectId":8447028,"letterContent":"On behalf of my third-grade class, I would like to express our sincere gratitude for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project to purchase a new classroom rug. Your kindness has made a significant difference in our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe bright colors and comfortable surface of the rug have created a welcoming and engaging space for our students. We use the rug multiple times each day for story time, group discussions, and independent work. Our students absolutely love having a cozy and inviting place to sit and learn.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for helping to create a more enriching learning experience for my students","fullyFundedDate":1718898332025,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-classroom-carpet/8447028/","projectTitle":"Cozy Classroom Carpet","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Glennon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5625518_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x413,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1651675941428","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-glennon"},{"teacherId":1162190,"projectId":8870730,"letterContent":"I am beyond thrilled to have these headphones in my classroom. As an ELD [English Language Development] teacher, I am required to give multiple tests during the school year that require headphones and microphones. We have over 100+ ELD students and the headphones that we have are not enough for all students to test at one time. Having headphones for all students has been amazing.\r\n\r\nThe students are also excited to all have the same headphones. Many student do not have their own personal headphones.\r\n\r\nThank you again for donating to our classroom, so all students have a chance to succeed with the proper equipment.","fullyFundedDate":1730225685367,"projectUrl":"project/can-you-hear-me-now/8870730/","projectTitle":"Can You Hear Me Now?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hinkle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1162190_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1521838841814","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/michele-hinkle"},{"teacherId":5609404,"projectId":9024327,"letterContent":"Basic supplies are used quickly in a Kindergarten class! Each morning we eat breakfast in the classroom. Students eat at the desk where they need to do their classwork throughout the day. Spills, crumbs and germs are all easily cleaned up with the wipes we were able to purchase with these funds. \r\n\r\nKindergarten students need to practice skills many times to master them. For example, they are learning proper penmanship, number writing, and how to write their name. . The laminating sheets allow me to create custom worksheets that can be used repeatedly with a dry erase marker. We use these for many different activities. \r\n\r\nThank you for supporting my classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1735681883429,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-essentials-shipment-2024-12-3/9024327/","projectTitle":"Classroom Essentials Shipment: 2024-12-31","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schreffler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5609404_orig.jpg?crop=1432,1432,x479,y544&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628103935235","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5609404"},{"teacherId":5609404,"projectId":8748626,"letterContent":"My students and I appreciate your donation for these class materials! I have been able to create hands-on matching and and skill building learning centers. The laminating sheets ensure that the materials are long lasting and withstand being used everyday. The paper cutter allows me to quickly make materials when students are ready to practice something new. \r\n\r\nStudents have been practicing reading and writing skills independently. It is exciting to watch their joy when they successful! The number strips are useful as my Kindergarteners learn to add and subtract. They have the tools they need to practice Math right on their desk.","fullyFundedDate":1726772683321,"projectUrl":"project/move-and-learn/8748626/","projectTitle":"Move and Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schreffler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5609404_orig.jpg?crop=1432,1432,x479,y544&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628103935235","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5609404"},{"teacherId":9767446,"projectId":8805762,"letterContent":"I wish I could thank you in person! Not only have the items donated to my project brought a smile to every students face (I mean come on, Little Spot of Emotions is way too stinkin' cute), but the impact the Self Management and SEL books have made for my Support Class students, and even some general education kids, is indescribable. I have noticed a lot of my students feel more comfortable and more seen. \r\nAt the end of each library class, I like to give students a minimum of 5-10 minutes to read the books they have chosen. I can't keep the Self Awareness Ninja books on the shelf long enough! They absolutely adore reading those books before they leave and comparing what the Ninjas do and how they act. I also cannot begin to describe what a glowing moment it was to see one of my Autistic Support kiddos grab the Ants in my Pants book and exclaim \"Miss Urffer! The books about me and my ants!\"","fullyFundedDate":1730915062798,"projectUrl":"project/every-students-library/8805762/","projectTitle":"Every Student's Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Urffer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9767446_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1727458032148","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9767446"},{"teacherId":9740510,"projectId":8776022,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation of batteries and chargers for my classroom. We have been using them regularly for play along videos and also starting to write our own songs on the staff and using chrome music lab. This has been a great way for students to get involved in music and build the foundations for what could become a possible career. \r\n\r\nWe hope to continue using these in future years and continue adding grades until all of the school is comfortable using the keyboards with play along videos. 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