{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Learning Way Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10507893,"projectId":10282258,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom through your generous donations. Because of you, my students walked into a welcoming, organized classroom that was designed with their success in mind. As a first-year teacher building my classroom from the ground up, your kindness made a tremendous difference.\r\n\r\nThe alphabet rug has become the heart of our classroom, where we gather each day for morning meetings, read-alouds, phonics lessons, and classroom discussions. The dry erase lap boards allow every student to actively participate in math and reading without worrying about making mistakes, helping build confidence and engagement. The rolling storage cart has kept our classroom supplies organized and easily accessible, while the standing desk gives me the flexibility to move throughout the room as I teach and work with small groups. Even the electric pencil sharpener and carpet sweeper have made our classroom run more smoothly, allowing us to spend more time focused on learning.\r\n\r\nSeeing my students' excitement as they explored their new classroom has been one of the best parts of this school year. They immediately noticed the colorful rug and loved using the new learning tools. Because of your generosity, my students have a classroom where they feel safe, supported, and excited to learn each day. Thank you for investing in my students and helping us build a classroom where we can learn, grow, and soar together. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on our learning for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1780594071154,"projectUrl":"project/building-our-first-classroom-together/10282258/","projectTitle":"Building Our First Classroom Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lusk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10507893_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1779644836879","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10507893"},{"teacherId":10087436,"projectId":9964886,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Echoes of Nature\" gelli printing project! Because of your generosity, our students were able to explore printmaking in a hands-on, meaningful way using the new Gelli plates, brayers, and paint you helped provide.\r\n\r\nStudents began the project by going outside to collect interesting leaves and natural textures from around our school campus. They carefully observed shapes, patterns, and details in nature before bringing their collections back into the art room to use as inspiration and printing tools. Using the Gelli plates and brayers, students experimented with layering paint, pressing textures, and creating one-of-a-kind botanical prints.\r\n\r\nThis project allowed students to combine creativity, observation, and experimentation while learning a new artmaking process. Many students had never experienced printmaking before, and they were amazed to see how the leaves transformed into detailed works of art. The excitement and pride they felt while pulling their prints off the plates was unforgettable.\r\n\r\nYour support gave our students access to high-quality materials that made this experience possible. Thank you for investing in creativity, exploration, and the arts in our classroom. Your kindness helped turn nature into inspiration and learning into something truly memorable.","fullyFundedDate":1771604954621,"projectUrl":"project/echos-of-nature-a-lesson-in-print-makin/9964886/","projectTitle":"Echos of Nature (A Lesson in Print Making)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sadler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10087436_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1783482701067","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10087436"},{"teacherId":9832857,"projectId":9899923,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has been transformed in ways that go far beyond academics. Your support of our \"Incentives for Success\" project has created an environment where students feel motivated, celebrated, and excited to learn each day.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students now have meaningful incentives that recognize their hard work, positive behavior, and academic growth. What may seem like small rewards have made a huge impact—boosting confidence, encouraging perseverance, and helping students take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nI have seen students who once struggled to stay engaged now eagerly participating, setting goals, and celebrating their achievements. The excitement in our classroom is real—students are encouraging one another, making better choices, and truly taking pride in their progress.\r\n\r\nBeyond the tangible rewards, you've helped build a culture of positivity and encouragement. My students feel seen, valued, and supported, and that has made all the difference.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for investing in our classroom and believing in my students. Your kindness is shaping not only their academic success but also their confidence and love for learning.","fullyFundedDate":1767051461168,"projectUrl":"project/incentives-for-success/9899923/","projectTitle":"Incentives for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Parsons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9832857_orig.jpg?crop=2254,2254,x61,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731530601005","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/cparsons-lwe"},{"teacherId":1111781,"projectId":9677224,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the puzzle table and puzzles. Our students have enjoyed them so much. \r\nMany of our students had never seen a puzzle table before, so they thought it was the neatest thing. I let two students at a time work at the puzzle table so pieces are not lost. We have almost complete one 500 piece puzzle and it has only been a week working on it. I can't wait until they complete it so I can frame it. Then the students can admire their hard work and perseverance. \r\nThe new floor puzzles have also been a big hit. All of our students love working together and seeing a completed puzzle. \r\nThank you again for your amazing donation.","fullyFundedDate":1759449517198,"projectUrl":"project/piece-together-a-brighter-future/9677224/","projectTitle":"Piece Together a Brighter Future","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1111781_orig.jpg?crop=2590,2590,x0,y231&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733407309495","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1111781"},{"teacherId":5061333,"projectId":9867056,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation, my fourth graders have been able to step back in time to experience the American Revolution in a hands-on, unforgettable way. With our new books, students have explored the voices and choices that shaped our nation's history. We've discussed big ideas like freedom, courage, and perspective — analyzing how Patriots and Loyalists saw the world differently. The quills and parchment brought writing to life, allowing students to compose letters from the viewpoint of colonists debating independence. Even something as simple as tasting tea during our \"Tea Tax Debate\" helped students connect emotionally to the history they were reading.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading isn't a quiet, passive activity — it's interactive and alive. Students work together in small groups to annotate primary sources, read historical fiction aloud, and compare real historical events to the characters' experiences in our books. We've been building not only comprehension skills, but also empathy and critical thinking. The excitement in the room when students make connections between their readings and our tea party simulation is truly something special.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was when a student who normally struggles with reading stood up during our \"Colonial Voices\" activity and passionately read his letter aloud as a blacksmith supporting independence. His classmates cheered, and his confidence grew instantly. These are the moments your donation has made possible — moments that make history come alive and inspire lifelong readers. 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