{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Catherine School Pre-K Head Start ","outOfStateSupporters":36.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7653965,"projectId":10210041,"letterContent":"Your generous donation of cleaning and disinfecting supplies has made a huge impact on our classroom environment and daily routines. The Lysol disinfectant spray and Clorox disinfecting wipes are being used throughout the day to help keep our classroom clean, safe, and healthy for all students. From sanitizing tables after small group activities to cleaning shared learning materials, these resources have helped us maintain a welcoming learning space where students can focus and thrive. The students were excited to see the new supplies arrive because they understood that these materials help keep everyone healthy and able to learn together each day.\r\n\r\nOne special moment was during our sensory and hands-on learning centers. Students used shared manipulatives, blocks, and dramatic play materials while learning about cooperation and teamwork. Because we now have enough cleaning supplies to properly sanitize materials between groups, students can safely continue engaging in these meaningful activities without interruption. Having these resources readily available has also helped teach students responsibility and healthy habits as they participate in cleaning routines alongside teachers.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these supplies to support hands-on learning experiences, collaborative projects, and social-emotional activities throughout the year. These materials allow us to spend more time focused on instruction, play-based learning, and student engagement while feeling confident that our classroom environment is clean and safe. Thank you for helping create a healthy space where our students can learn, grow, and succeed every day!","fullyFundedDate":1778224332027,"projectUrl":"project/clean-safe-classroom-for-every-child/10210041/","projectTitle":"Clean & Safe Classroom for Every Child","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lawrence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7653965_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605916936068","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lawrence105"},{"teacherId":7653965,"projectId":10236991,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been transformed by these new organizational and interactive learning materials. The Magnetic Write & Wipe Organization Charts have helped students become more independent and confident during lessons and transitions throughout the day. Students are excited to participate in classroom jobs using the new pocket chart, and they proudly check their responsibilities each morning. The Rainbow Sentence Strips and Mini Sentence Strips have also become an important part of our literacy lessons. Students use them during small-group instruction to build sentences, practice sight words, and share their writing ideas with classmates.\r\n\r\nOne exciting classroom moment happened during math instruction when students used the magnetic math symbols and voting paddles to compare numbers and solve equations together. The students were eager to hold up their answers and explain their thinking to the class. The interactive materials encouraged even our quieter learners to participate with confidence. When the students first saw the materials, they were filled with excitement and immediately wanted to explore every item. They especially loved taking turns using the magnetic symbols and showing their answers with the thumbs up and thumbs down paddles.\r\n\r\nThese resources are continuing to support our current lessons in literacy, math, and classroom community building. Our next steps include using the sentence strips to expand writing activities and introducing more collaborative math games using the magnetic tools. The classroom jobs chart is also helping students develop responsibility, leadership, and teamwork skills each day. Thank you for investing in our students and helping create an engaging, organized, and hands-on learning environment where every child can actively participate and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1777982651093,"projectUrl":"project/building-confident-learners-through-hand/10236991/","projectTitle":"Building Confident Learners Through Hands-On Math, Literacy, and Classroom Engagement","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lawrence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7653965_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605916936068","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lawrence105"},{"teacherId":7653965,"projectId":10214347,"letterContent":"The new math resources have made a huge impact in our classroom and have brought so much excitement to learning numbers and counting skills. When the students first saw the Lakeshore Counting Cones, Sequencing Number Puzzles, and Tactile Numbers, they immediately wanted to explore and use them during center time. The students especially loved using the tactile numbers because they could trace the numbers with their fingers while saying the number aloud. This hands-on experience has helped strengthen number recognition, counting, and fine motor skills in a fun and engaging way.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the Counting Cones during small-group instruction to practice one-to-one correspondence and counting sets of objects. One memorable classroom moment was when students worked together to match the correct number of cones while cheering each other on as they counted aloud from 1–20. The sequencing puzzles have also become a favorite activity during math centers. Students are building confidence as they independently put numbers in order and help classmates when they get stuck. It has been wonderful seeing students stay engaged, communicate with one another, and celebrate their success.\r\n\r\nThese materials are helping prepare our students for the next steps in their math learning journey. As students continue mastering number recognition and sequencing, we will begin working on simple addition, comparing numbers, and solving real-world counting problems during group activities and play-based learning. Because of your generosity, our students now have meaningful hands-on tools that make learning exciting, interactive, and accessible for every child in our classroom. Thank you for helping create joyful learning experiences for our students every day!","fullyFundedDate":1777924602448,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-number-sense-through-han/10214347/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Number Sense Through Hands-On Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lawrence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7653965_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605916936068","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lawrence105"},{"teacherId":7653965,"projectId":10192061,"letterContent":"The new gross motor and math materials have brought so much excitement and active learning into our classroom. The students were thrilled when they first saw the basketball hoops, jump ropes, and fitness dice. Many of them immediately began cheering for one another and asking to take turns playing. One special moment was during our outdoor movement time when students worked together using the 4-hoop basketball set. They practiced throwing, counting baskets, and encouraging their classmates. The different hoop heights allowed all students to participate successfully, helping build confidence, teamwork, and coordination skills.\r\n\r\nWe have also been using the Out and About With Math Kit during small-group and outdoor learning activities. Students have been practicing counting, number recognition, sorting, and problem-solving while moving their bodies and exploring the environment around them. The fitness dice and jump ropes have helped make physical activity fun while teaching students how to follow directions, take turns, and stay active. These materials have created meaningful opportunities for students to strengthen both their academic and gross motor development at the same time.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students are learning through movement, play, and hands-on experiences every day. Our next steps are to continue building cooperative games and math challenges that encourage teamwork, counting, and healthy physical activity. Thank you for giving our students resources that support their learning, confidence, and joy in the classroom. Your kindness has made a lasting impact on our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1776161272792,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-bodies-and-bright-minds/10192061/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Bodies and Bright Minds Through Active Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lawrence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7653965_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605916936068","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lawrence105"},{"teacherId":7653965,"projectId":10102827,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! The new materials have already made a huge impact on our students' learning and engagement. Our students were so excited when they first saw the dough tools, texture brushes, rollers, and giant stencils. They could not wait to explore and create. Many students immediately began using the materials to make shapes, letters, and designs while practicing fine motor skills and creativity through hands-on play.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the Feelings & Emotions Dough Mats during social-emotional learning activities to help students identify and express their emotions in a fun and interactive way. One of our favorite classroom moments was watching students work together to create different facial expressions with play-dough while discussing feelings such as happy, sad, excited, and calm. The dough, scissors, rollers, and design wheels have also helped strengthen students' hand muscles while encouraging cooperative play, sharing, and communication during center time.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students are building important early learning skills through meaningful sensory experiences. Our next steps are to continue using these materials during literacy, math, and social-emotional lessons to support creativity, problem-solving, and fine motor development. Thank you again for investing in our classroom and helping create joyful learning experiences for our students each day!","fullyFundedDate":1776818571680,"projectUrl":"project/strong-hands-big-feelings-through-playf/10102827/","projectTitle":"Strong Hands, Big Feelings Through Playful Dough Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lawrence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7653965_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605916936068","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lawrence105"},{"teacherId":7653965,"projectId":10028921,"letterContent":"The new dramatic play and fine motor resources have made a huge impact in our classroom! Our students were so excited when they first saw the materials and immediately began exploring the different centers. The play food set quickly became a favorite as students worked together in our pretend grocery store and kitchen area. They practiced sorting foods by color, naming healthy foods, and using their imaginations to prepare meals for their classmates. The tool set encouraged problem-solving and teamwork as students pretended to fix classroom items and build projects together. It was wonderful to watch students use new vocabulary, take turns, and stay engaged in meaningful play.\r\n\r\nThe dress-up materials and community helper dolls created many opportunities for social-emotional learning and dramatic play. Students loved pretending to be firefighters, doctors, construction workers, and chefs while learning about different jobs in the community. One special moment was seeing a group of students work together to create a \"laundry day\" routine using the Melissa & Doug laundry set. They practiced folding clothes, ironing, and organizing items while talking with one another and sharing responsibilities. These activities helped strengthen communication skills, creativity, and fine motor development in a fun and hands-on way.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students are continuing to grow through play-based learning experiences every day. Our next steps include expanding our dramatic play lessons by creating themed centers connected to community helpers, healthy habits, and daily living skills. These materials are helping students build independence, confidence, and cooperation while making learning exciting and meaningful. Thank you again for supporting our classroom and giving our students engaging opportunities to learn, imagine, and grow!","fullyFundedDate":1777993398006,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-play-building-life-ski/10028921/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Play: Building Life Skills with Dramatic Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lawrence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7653965_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605916936068","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lawrence105"},{"teacherId":7653965,"projectId":10192002,"letterContent":"Our students have been actively using the Lakeshore Hands-On Math Trays during small group instruction and independent center time, and the impact has been immediate. These trays have helped bring math to life by giving students a structured, engaging way to explore counting, sorting, and early problem-solving skills. One memorable moment was during a small group activity where students used the trays with counting bears to create and solve simple addition problems. Students who typically struggle to stay engaged were focused, excited, and eager to participate.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials were first introduced, the students were thrilled. They were drawn to the bright colors, organized compartments, and hands-on nature of the trays. Many of them immediately began exploring and asking questions, showing curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. The trays have especially supported students who benefit from tactile learning, allowing them to physically manipulate objects while building foundational math skills.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these trays to support more advanced skills such as patterning, number recognition, and early operations. Our next step is to incorporate them into structured math centers that promote both independence and collaboration among students. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is now a more engaging, interactive environment where all learners can grow in confidence and ability.","fullyFundedDate":1776434399112,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-number-sense-through-han/10192002/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Number Sense Through Hands-On Math Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lawrence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7653965_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605916936068","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lawrence105"},{"teacherId":7653965,"projectId":10175993,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students have been able to engage in hands-on, meaningful learning experiences that strengthen their fine motor and early math skills every day. We've been using the Max the Fine Motor Moose and the magnetic color and number maze during small group instruction, where students practice grasping, placing, and sorting with purpose. One special moment that stood out was when a student who typically struggles with focus stayed engaged for several minutes while carefully placing the rings on Max—smiling with pride after completing the task independently. The sensory bin materials, including the hedge balls, tweezers, and sorting cups, have also become a classroom favorite, helping students build hand strength while exploring colors, counting, and sorting.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to touch, explore, and figure out how each item worked. The bright colors and interactive designs naturally drew them in, and even my more hesitant learners quickly joined in. These tools have created opportunities for cooperative play, turn-taking, and problem-solving, all while strengthening essential developmental skills in a fun and engaging way.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue to incorporate these resources into our daily centers and targeted skill-building activities. Our next steps include extending these activities into more structured math lessons, where students will use the materials to practice counting, patterning, and early problem-solving. We also plan to track student progress in fine motor development and attention span during tasks. Because of your support, my students are not only building foundational skills but also gaining confidence, independence, and a love for learning that will carry them forward. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1775681055269,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-hands-fun-with-fine-mot/10175993/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Hands: Fun With Fine Motor Skills!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lawrence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7653965_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605916936068","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lawrence105"},{"teacherId":7653965,"projectId":10154155,"letterContent":"The Kindergarten, Here I Come! book has made a meaningful impact on my students by helping them build excitement and confidence about their transition into kindergarten. Through this engaging text, students are learning important early literacy skills such as recognizing letters and sounds, understanding story structure, and making connections between the story and their own experiences. We also use the book to introduce social-emotional lessons like following routines, building independence, and feeling prepared for new environments.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is interactive, joyful, and student-centered. During read-aloud time, students actively participate by asking questions, making predictions, and sharing their thoughts. We revisit the story throughout the week, allowing students to retell events, identify key details, and even act out parts of the book. These repeated experiences help strengthen comprehension while making reading fun and meaningful.\r\n\r\nSeveral of my students have especially connected with this book because they see themselves in the story. They are excited to talk about going to kindergarten, practicing routines, and sharing their feelings about this big milestone. For some, it has helped ease anxiety and build confidence, while for others it has sparked curiosity and enthusiasm about learning. This book has truly helped create a positive and supportive environment as my students prepare for their next educational journey.","fullyFundedDate":1775681053294,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-kindergarten/10154155/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Kindergarten!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lawrence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7653965_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605916936068","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lawrence105"},{"teacherId":7653965,"projectId":9982194,"letterContent":"Your generous support has truly made a meaningful difference in our classroom environment and daily routines. With the addition of the Lysol Air Sanitizer and disinfectant sprays, we have been able to maintain a cleaner, healthier space for our students to learn and grow. Each day, we use these resources to sanitize the air and frequently touched surfaces, especially during transitions between activities like center time, small group instruction, and hands-on play with materials such as blocks, playdough, and literacy games. One special moment that stood out was when students noticed and commented on how \"fresh and clean\" our classroom smelled, helping them feel more comfortable and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students were excited and curious about how we keep our classroom safe. This opened up an opportunity for meaningful conversations about hygiene, germs, and taking care of our shared space. It became a teachable moment where students began to take more responsibility, reminding each other to clean up and keep their areas tidy. Creating a clean and welcoming environment has helped reduce distractions and allowed students to stay more engaged during activities, especially those that require focus like puzzles, building tasks, and early literacy work.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we plan to continue incorporating lessons around health, cleanliness, and responsibility into our daily routines. Students are currently working on building independence and social skills such as sharing, taking turns, and staying engaged with tasks for longer periods. Having a consistently clean environment supports these goals by promoting comfort, safety, and readiness to learn. Thanks to your generosity, we are not only maintaining a healthy classroom but also fostering lifelong habits that will benefit our students far beyond our classroom walls.","fullyFundedDate":1774963598491,"projectUrl":"project/a-clean-classroom-for-safe-learning/9982194/","projectTitle":"A Clean Classroom for Safe Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lawrence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7653965_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605916936068","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lawrence105"},{"teacherId":7653965,"projectId":10108303,"letterContent":"Because of your generous donations, our students have been able to engage in meaningful, hands-on learning experiences using our new math and literacy resources every day. These materials have truly brought our lessons to life and helped make learning both fun and interactive.\r\n\r\nWe've been using the Fox in the Box Position Word Activity Set during small group literacy time to build vocabulary and strengthen understanding of positional words like \"in,\" \"on,\" and \"under.\" Students especially enjoy taking turns placing the fox and describing where it is, which has helped improve both their language skills and confidence in speaking.\r\n\r\nOur Number Bots and Number Pops have become favorites during math centers. Students love building numbers, counting, and matching while also working on fine motor skills. One memorable moment was watching a group of students work together to build numbers using the robots—encouraging each other and celebrating when they got the answers right. It was a powerful example of teamwork and learning combined.\r\n\r\nThe Super Sorting Pie and Lock & Key Counting Toys have also been incredibly impactful. Students are practicing sorting by color, counting objects, and matching numbers in a hands-on way that keeps them engaged. These activities have been especially helpful for students who need extra support with focus and number recognition.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was immediate—they couldn't wait to explore! There were smiles, laughter, and lots of curiosity as they eagerly jumped into learning through play.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue to use these resources to build foundational math and literacy skills. Our next steps include extending activities to include simple addition, deeper vocabulary development, and increasing the amount of time students can stay engaged in structured tasks. We are also focusing on encouraging more cooperative play and peer interaction during learning centers.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support. Because of you, our students are developing essential skills in a joyful and engaging environment that sets them up for future success.","fullyFundedDate":1774963616716,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math-literacy-magic-for-littl/10108303/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Math & Literacy Magic for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Lawrence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7653965_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y66&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1605916936068","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/lawrence105"},{"teacherId":7653965,"projectId":10054598,"letterContent":"Our classroom has been filled with excitement and engagement since receiving these hands-on literacy materials! The Tactile Liquid Letters, Trace & Write Alphabet Center, and Write the Letter Activity Center have quickly become some of our most used resources during our small group and center time. One special moment that stood out was when a group of students worked together to trace letters using the tactile cards and then practiced writing those same letters at the center. They were fully engaged—talking about the letters, helping one another, and proudly sharing their work. These materials have made letter recognition and formation much more interactive and meaningful for my students.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement. They were eager to touch, explore, and begin learning right away. The sensory aspect of the tactile letters especially captured their attention and helped even my more hesitant learners feel comfortable participating. Students who typically struggle with writing were more confident and willing to try, which has been incredible to see.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue building on these foundational literacy skills by incorporating these materials into our daily routines. Our next steps include connecting letter recognition to letter sounds and early word building. These resources are helping to create a strong literacy foundation for my students, and your support has made a lasting impact on their confidence, engagement, and love for learning. 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