{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Egly Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7744320,"projectId":10224315,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of this project. Your contributions have made a meaningful difference in my kindergarten classroom by providing engaging, hands-on learning experiences that support both academic growth and creativity.\r\n\r\nThe Teachers Pay Teachers gift card has been especially helpful in providing high-quality, grade-level resources such as centers, Boom Cards, and vocabulary activities. These materials make learning more interactive and accessible, helping my students build early reading and math skills in a fun and engaging way. The cordless glue gun has also been a valuable tool, allowing me to quickly prepare hands-on activities and creative projects that enrich daily instruction.\r\n\r\nMy students were especially excited when they saw their learning in action. In one photo, they proudly hold a large printed banner created from Teachers Pay Teachers resources and colored it themselves to present to our principal. In another, they are engaged with outer space-themed prompts and crafts that I created for them using the glue gun. These activities sparked curiosity, encouraged discussion, and made learning more meaningful and memorable.\r\n\r\nThese resources have helped my students stay engaged, supported different learning needs, and encouraged confidence in both individual and group activities. Most importantly, they are developing a love for learning through fun, hands-on experiences.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my classroom is more creative, interactive, and joyful. I am truly grateful for your generosity and for investing in my students' learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1778314603906,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-learning-tools-we-nee/10224315/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Learning: Tools We Need","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7744320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660001633564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7744320"},{"teacherId":7744320,"projectId":10156351,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support in helping bring this project to life for my kindergarten students. Your contributions have truly transformed our classroom into a more engaging, joyful, and meaningful learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe times we used these materials, the impact was incredible. My students were absolutely filled with excitement the moment they saw the stuffed animals, bubbles, Play-Doh, kites, hula hoops, swimming rings, and slime. Their eyes lit up with joy, and they immediately wanted to explore everything. It felt like opening a door to a whole new world of learning through play.\r\n\r\nThese resources were especially valuable during our Week of the Young Child celebrations. For example, students used Play-Doh to build letters and shapes, strengthening fine motor skills needed for writing. During outdoor play, bubbles and kites encouraged movement, coordination, and teamwork. The stuffed animals also supported social-emotional learning, giving students comfort and helping them engage in imaginative storytelling activities.\r\n\r\nOne of the most special moments was watching students collaborate while playing—sharing materials, taking turns, and problem-solving together without even realizing they were learning. Their laughter and excitement filled the classroom and reminded me how powerful hands-on learning truly is.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using these materials in learning centers and structured play activities. Students will use slime and Play-Doh to form letters and numbers, while movement-based activities will continue to strengthen coordination and balance. These tools will remain an important part of helping my students grow academically, socially, and emotionally throughout the year.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my classroom is now a more creative, active, and joyful place where students learn through exploration and play. My kindergarteners are building strong foundations for future success, and I am deeply grateful for your kindness and generosity in making this possible.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and investing in their early learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1774224691493,"projectUrl":"project/week-of-the-young-child-2026/10156351/","projectTitle":"Week of the Young Child 2026","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7744320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660001633564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7744320"},{"teacherId":9999824,"projectId":9741859,"letterContent":"The resources in this project help turn learning into an active, engaging experience for my students. Technology and interactive classroom tools allow students to participate more fully in lessons instead of simply listening passively. Digital resources from Teachers Pay Teachers help me create differentiated activities that meet students at their individual learning levels while making reading, writing, and social studies more exciting and accessible.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting parts for my students is the variety and interactivity these new materials bring to our classroom. Students love colorful, hands-on activities, collaborative learning opportunities, and incentives that make them feel successful and motivated. Even simple tools like highlighters, Post-it Notes, and sensory supports make students feel more confident and involved in their learning process. The fidget tools and straw toppers are especially exciting because students immediately recognize them as supports designed to help them succeed and stay focused.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who struggle with attention, anxiety, or staying engaged during independent work have especially benefited from these supports. Students who often become restless during writing or reading activities are better able to regulate themselves and remain on task when given access to sensory tools. I have also seen reluctant writers become more willing to revise and participate when using interactive editing tools like sticky notes and highlighters during peer review activities.\r\n\r\nOverall, these resources help create a classroom environment where students feel supported academically, socially, and emotionally. When students feel comfortable, motivated, and excited about learning, they are more willing to take risks, participate, and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1763666945202,"projectUrl":"project/focused-engaged-and-ready-to-learn-su/9741859/","projectTitle":"Focused, Engaged, and Ready to Learn: Supporting 5th Grade Writers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Chapa","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9999824_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755487771410","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9999824"},{"teacherId":9526703,"projectId":9745902,"letterContent":"Our Rainbow Arc and magnetic letters have made phonics time fun and hands-on! Students use them daily to build and blend words, especially during small group. One of my favorite moments was watching students stretch and blend sounds to read a word on their own—their excitement was priceless!\r\n\r\nWhen they first saw the materials, they were eager to use them right away. Even my struggling readers have become more confident and engaged because it feels like play while learning.\r\n\r\nNext, we'll use these tools to practice blends, digraphs, and longer words, and connect it to writing. Thank you for helping my students grow as readers!","fullyFundedDate":1762312436476,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-literacy-centers-for-young-read/9745902/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Literacy Centers for Young Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9526703_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714776213985","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrshernandez2nd"},{"teacherId":7744320,"projectId":9840811,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom and for making this project possible! Because of your donation, my students now have a wonderful set of puppets that bring stories to life and turn reading, storytelling, and creative play into engaging, hands-on learning experiences. These puppets allow students to retell classic tales like Goldilocks, The Three Little Pigs, and Little Red Riding Hood, giving them exciting opportunities to practice speaking in complete sentences, expand their vocabulary, and strengthen listening and comprehension skills.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has also helped students develop important social-emotional skills. They learn to take turns, collaborate with classmates, and build confidence in presenting their ideas to others. I've seen students who are normally shy light up as they share their stories and act out their characters, and the excitement in the classroom is truly inspiring.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I am able to guide small group lessons, encourage independent exploration, and offer more creative literacy experiences than ever before. The puppets also allow students to connect storytelling with problem-solving, design, and collaboration, making learning multi-dimensional and meaningful. Every day, your contribution helps my students grow as confident, expressive, and enthusiastic learners. We are so grateful for your support, and we couldn't provide these experiences without you!","fullyFundedDate":1763574079716,"projectUrl":"project/talk-play-learn-puppets-for-early-rea/9840811/","projectTitle":"Talk, Play, Learn: Puppets for Early Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7744320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660001633564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7744320"},{"teacherId":7744320,"projectId":9899606,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Because of your generosity, my students now have ABC arc mats, letter tiles, and magnetic letters that make reading and word work hands-on, interactive, and fun. When they first saw the new materials, their faces lit up with excitement, and they couldn't wait to start building words, practicing phonics, and exploring letters in creative ways. These resources are helping students work independently, collaborate with peers, and build confidence in their reading and writing skills. Your support is making learning engaging, meaningful, and joyful, and it is helping my students develop a lifelong love of reading and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1763395983578,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-literacy-building-readers-in-k/9899606/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Literacy: Building Readers in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7744320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660001633564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7744320"},{"teacherId":7744320,"projectId":9898703,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting Building STEM Minds With Organized Spaces! Our new sturdy drawer organizer keeps reading materials, puppets, and project supplies neat and easy for little hands to access. Students use the puppets to retell stories, practice sequencing, and even connect literacy to STEM by designing simple puppet stages and solving small engineering challenges. They were thrilled to see everything organized and take pride in gathering and returning materials independently. Your generosity is helping my students build confidence, independence, creativity, and a true love of learning every single day!","fullyFundedDate":1763597362345,"projectUrl":"project/building-stem-minds-with-organized-space/9898703/","projectTitle":"Building Stem Minds With Organized Spaces!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Guerra","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7744320_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660001633564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7744320"},{"teacherId":7172897,"projectId":9835978,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping provide my students with the magnetic tiles they need to dive deeper into STEM learning. Your support gives them hands-on opportunities to explore, create, and problem-solve—skills that extend far beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students can engage in meaningful, collaborative learning experiences that spark curiosity and build confidence in STEM. We are truly grateful for your investment in their growth and learning. 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With fewer backpacks on the floor, our classroom is safer and more welcoming for learning.\r\nYour kindness and support mean so much to my students and me. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping us build a positive learning environment. We are truly grateful!\r\nWith appreciation,\r\nMrs. Hernandez & Our 1st Grade Class 🍎📚","fullyFundedDate":1757683083405,"projectUrl":"project/wall-mounted-hooks-for-our-1st-grade-cla/9692255/","projectTitle":"Wall-Mounted Hooks for Our 1st Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9526703_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714776213985","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrshernandez2nd"},{"teacherId":5924471,"projectId":9307265,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donation of a digital camera, our kindergarten students have had exciting new opportunities to learn in hands-on and meaningful ways. While many families use technology at home, using a digital camera in the classroom allows students to experience technology as a learning tool rather than just for entertainment.\r\n\r\nThe camera has helped students strengthen important early skills such as observation, language development, and storytelling. Students use the camera to document classroom activities, learning centers, and projects. After taking photos, we talk about what they captured, describe details, and sequence events supporting vocabulary growth, critical thinking, and early writing skills. It has also encouraged teamwork as students take turns and collaborate to decide what to photograph.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students is being able to see the world through their eyes. They love being the \"class photographer\" and feel proud when their photos are shared during class discussions or displayed in the classroom. Seeing their work valued builds confidence and motivation to participate.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who are typically quieter or still developing verbal skills have especially warmed to this technology. The camera gives them a comfortable way to express themselves and share their thinking. Students who may struggle to explain ideas with words are able to use photos as a starting point, which has helped them engage more confidently in conversations with peers and teachers.\r\n\r\nYour donation has made learning more interactive, inclusive, and joyful for our students. Thank you for providing a tool that allows our kindergarteners to explore, communicate, and learn in ways that truly meet them where they are.","fullyFundedDate":1746787123929,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-memories-picture-perfect/9307265/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Memories Picture Perfect","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aldrete","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5924471_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1538102463471","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/aldrete"},{"teacherId":9526703,"projectId":9583530,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom now has a warm, inviting library corner where reading truly comes alive for my first graders. The new texts you provided introduce essential early-literacy skills such as decoding, practicing phonics patterns, building vocabulary, understanding story structure, and making predictions. Students are also learning how to retell stories, identify characters' feelings, and talk about the author's message—all foundational skills that help them grow into strong, confident readers.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom now feels special. Students curl up in the cozy seating during independent reading time, explore books on their level, and choose stories that reflect their interests and identities. Small-group instruction has also improved because students now have a quiet, comfortable space to focus while I guide them through new strategies and comprehension conversations. The library corner has become one of their favorite places in the room, and it's truly helping them fall in love with reading.","fullyFundedDate":1757683198222,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-library-corner-for-growing-reader/9583530/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Library Corner for Growing Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9526703_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1714776213985","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrshernandez2nd"},{"teacherId":9526703,"projectId":9507143,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has come alive with excitement for reading! These new books are helping my first graders grow into confident readers, and every single day I see the difference your support is making. \r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading happens everywhere—on the carpet during morning meeting, in small groups at our guided-reading table, and tucked into quiet corners during independent reading time. Students choose books that match their interests and reading levels, and they're taking such pride in handling \"real\" literature that feels special and brand-new to them.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a classroom where reading feels exciting, inviting, and full of possibilities. 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