{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Knightsville Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":31.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9298293,"projectId":9108709,"letterContent":"There's been a noticeable shift in many elementary classrooms: student work used to be prominently displayed, giving learners ownership of their space. Now, commercial posters often fill these spaces. I wanted to return the focus to student-created work, knowing that a classroom environment influences motivation. Research shows that when students see their work displayed, they feel pride and belonging. Your donations made this return to student-centered displays possible. \r\n\r\nWith the donated color printer, I encouraged students to enhance typed assignments with graphics and photographs. Typically, Canva is used since it has easy design features for students and teachers. Then, once work was completed, I was able to print work in color and bring our learning, stories, and work to life. Students stopped by the hallway displays to show their friends, and they asked when we would start a new project that would be displayed. Imagine a colored printer being able to encourage more writing and help us feel more connected to the learning space. \r\n\r\nWe thank you for your donations and trust in us to grow dynamic writers, thinkers, and learners.","fullyFundedDate":1745403477151,"projectUrl":"project/ink-where-our-stories-begin/9108709/","projectTitle":"Ink: Where Our Stories Begin","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Scott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9298293_orig.jpg?crop=574,574,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709045697623","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9298293"},{"teacherId":7146455,"projectId":9059348,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire class, I want to sincerely thank you for the generous donation of our new mailbox organizer. This addition has already made such a meaningful impact in our classroom. Students are excited to have their own space to receive assignments, notes, and special messages. It has brought a sense of independence, responsibility, and joy to our daily routine, while also helping me keep communication organized and efficient. Something as simple as a mailbox organizer has created a more structured, positive, and supportive learning environment. Your kindness reminds our students that their education matters to others, and that community members believe in their success. 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We are very appreciative of all that you have done for our class. We will be able to create some great things with all of the great colors of paper. We appreciate all of your support as we continue to provide students with all they need to learn and grow. We also look forward to watching our students grow with the materials you have helped provide.","fullyFundedDate":1736945031968,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies-refreshed/9046583/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies Refreshed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hawes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7146455_orig.jpg?crop=1110,1110,x172,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583536244029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/karenhaweskes"},{"teacherId":9298293,"projectId":8623332,"letterContent":"My students are working so hard to quickly recall letter sounds and connect these sounds to read short words. Although I make and purchase center activities, some of the commercial products available are so engaging for them. Your support assisted me in purchasing games and reading materials that keep Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade students actively motivated and working on reading skills! \r\n\r\nMy goal is that each child becomes a lover of reading. I know that my role in these early years is to teach them how to read, so that in the coming years, they are a child who reads to learn, a child who reads to imagine, and a child who reads to help others. \r\n\r\nThank you for your time and contributions. 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There are so many different items in this project with such a variety of uses in the classroom throughout the day. We are very appreciative of all that you have done for our class. We will be able to create some great things with all of the great colors of construction paper. We appreciate all of your support as we continue to provide students with all they need to learn and grow. We also look forward to watching our students grow with the materials you have helped provide.","fullyFundedDate":1733260310628,"projectUrl":"project/supply-refresh/8829606/","projectTitle":"Supply Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hawes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7146455_orig.jpg?crop=1110,1110,x172,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1583536244029","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/karenhaweskes"},{"teacherId":9002904,"projectId":8936008,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for your contribution to our classroom! 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