{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"South Knoll Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":20.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9214758,"projectId":9613922,"letterContent":"I would like to sincerely thank you for helping supply the students with the materials they need to be successful in my classroom. These materials help the students stay organized and on top of their classwork. The chair bags are especially helpful to keep all their materials close by. It has helped cut down on transition time exponentially leaving more time for the academic work. \r\n The students were so excited when our boxes arrived! They cheered and we had an official unboxing. They couldn't believe all these items were for them! I cannot thank you enough for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1760117034231,"projectUrl":"project/keep-it-neat-in-your-seat/9613922/","projectTitle":"Keep it Neat in Your Seat!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gammill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9214758_orig.png?crop=498,498,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692812289012","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9214758"},{"teacherId":10183806,"projectId":9614448,"letterContent":"The donated materials have greatly enhanced our social-skills and self-regulation instruction. The new texts, especially the Little Spot books, introduce important lessons on identifying emotions, practicing calming strategies, solving conflicts, and understanding personal space. Students connect easily with the characters, and each book provides simple techniques they are excited to try. These lessons align naturally with our 5-Point Scale chart, which we use for check-ins and breaks, helping students match strategies from the books to their emotional level.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is interactive and hands-on, with opportunities for students to discuss the stories, role-play scenarios, and practice the skills as a group. Several students in particular have shown a strong interest in the Little Spot series; they stay engaged during read-alouds and even reference the calming techniques throughout the day. It has been encouraging to see them independently choose strategies like deep breathing or grounding when they feel overwhelmed.\r\n\r\nThe light fidgets and liquid motion tiles have also improved our calm-down corner by giving students sensory tools to help regulate their bodies and emotions. Together, these donated materials have created a more supportive, engaging environment where students can grow their social skills, communicate their needs more effectively, and build confidence in managing their emotions.","fullyFundedDate":1755477133605,"projectUrl":"project/building-self-regulation-and-social-skil/9614448/","projectTitle":"Building Self-Regulation and Social Skills in Our Resource Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gomez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10183806_orig.png?crop=326,326,x0,y2&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755401105928","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10183806"},{"teacherId":4555342,"projectId":9526868,"letterContent":"I want to extend my sincere gratitude for your generous donation of games and activities for our classroom. Your thoughtful gift has brought so much joy and excitement to our students. These new materials have turned learning into an engaging and interactive experience, helping students build teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills while having fun.\r\n\r\nYour donation has truly made a positive impact on our classroom community. The students look forward to using the games during learning centers and free time, and it's wonderful to see them collaborating and encouraging one another. Thank you for supporting our students and helping create a classroom environment where learning is active, meaningful, and enjoyable.","fullyFundedDate":1755020798183,"projectUrl":"project/positive-reinforcement-through-games-and/9526868/","projectTitle":"Positive Reinforcement Through Games and Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Locke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4555342"},{"teacherId":4555342,"projectId":9509153,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of storage containers for our classroom. Your thoughtful gift has made a big difference in keeping our learning space organized and welcoming. With your help, our students now have a place for their supplies, books, and projects, making it easier for them to stay focused and take pride in their classroom.\r\n\r\nYour donation has not only improved the look of our classroom but also helped create a more efficient and calm learning environment. The students love having designated spaces for their materials, and it has made our daily routines smoother and more enjoyable. Thank you for supporting our classroom and for showing how small changes can have a big impact on learning.","fullyFundedDate":1754502772187,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-it-all-together/9509153/","projectTitle":"Keeping it all Together","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Locke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4555342"},{"teacherId":4555342,"projectId":9509213,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation to our classroom. Your gift of new books has brought so much excitement and joy to our students. The moment they saw the shelves filled with fresh stories waiting to be read, their faces lit up with curiosity and enthusiasm. Because of your kindness, our students now have more opportunities to explore different genres, learn about new ideas, and develop a lifelong love of reading.\r\n\r\nYour contribution has made a real difference in our learning community. These books will not only help students strengthen their reading skills but also inspire imagination and creativity. We are truly grateful for your support and for believing in the importance of education. Thank you for helping our classroom grow into a place where stories come alive and every student can discover the power of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1753834155639,"projectUrl":"project/its-all-about-perspective/9509213/","projectTitle":"It’s All About Perspective","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Locke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4555342"},{"teacherId":7188701,"projectId":9202404,"letterContent":"The 2nd grade standard posters with visual supports provided students with clear, accessible learning targets, bridging the gap between abstract academic standards and concrete understanding. By pairing each standard with an image, students could make immediate, real-world connections, resulting in a 15% increase in comprehension scores on weekly formative assessments. The \"My Invention\" science worksheet fostered creativity, problem-solving, and application of scientific principles, with 92% of students successfully applying the scientific process in their final projects. Students demonstrated greater perseverance and ownership of their work, and many extended their projects beyond classroom requirements.\r\n\r\nThe shape review PowerPoint enhanced geometry instruction through interactive visuals and guided practice, contributing to an 18% improvement in shape identification and vocabulary on unit tests. These activities provided both enrichment and remediation, ensuring all learners could engage at their level. The writing lesson bundles offered a structured, scaffolded approach that built literacy skills, strengthened sentence construction, and promoted organized written expression, leading to a 20% increase in writing rubric scores over the semester. Students reported feeling more confident and prepared during independent writing tasks.\r\n\r\nThe morning work PowerPoint slides established a consistent, purposeful start to the school day, reinforcing previously taught skills, activating prior knowledge, and increasing academic readiness. This routine contributed to a 25% reduction in transition time, maximizing instructional minutes and improving classroom focus.\r\n\r\nCollectively, these resources increased engagement, supported differentiated instruction, and addressed diverse learning needs. The result was measurable growth in mastery of core standards across reading, writing, math, and science. Beyond academic gains, students demonstrated stronger critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills. These materials directly aligned with our mission to provide high-quality, equitable, and standards-based education, ensuring every student had the tools and support to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1745846935696,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-learning-to-life/9202404/","projectTitle":"Bringing Learning to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7188701_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705632095892","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/soaringinsecond"},{"teacherId":8272000,"projectId":9099666,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for your generosity in making this project a reality! The excitement in my classroom was undeniable when my students first saw the new marble runs, wooden blocks, and magnetic tiles their eyes lit up as they eagerly explored the materials, immediately diving into building tall towers, intricate mazes, and creative structures. It was incredible to see their collaboration and problem-solving skills in action as they tested different designs and adjusted their creations to make them stronger and more functional.\r\n\r\nOne of my favorite moments was watching a group of students work together to build a giant marble run. They experimented with angles and heights, discussing how to make the marbles move faster or slow down. This hands-on learning experience helped reinforce concepts we've been discussing in class about gravity and motion in a way that felt like play.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these materials will continue to be a vital part of our classroom, providing opportunities for students to think critically, work as a team, and apply STEM concepts in new and exciting ways. We plan to integrate them into lessons on engineering and physics, encouraging students to design and test their own structures while learning through trial and error.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has truly made a difference in our classroom, and I am so grateful for the learning experiences you've made possible. Thank you for believing in my students and supporting their growth!","fullyFundedDate":1739556929417,"projectUrl":"project/building-brain-power/9099666/","projectTitle":"Building Brain Power","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Selensky","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8272000_orig.jpg?crop=707,707,x672,y523&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1645644447543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/baillieross21"},{"teacherId":7188701,"projectId":9123073,"letterContent":"The 10-drawer cart used to organize papers is a highly effective tool for maintaining an organized and efficient classroom. Each drawer can be dedicated to specific categories, such as student assignments, worksheets, or graded papers, ensuring that all materials are easily accessible. This system helps teachers stay organized, reduces the risk of lost papers, and enables them to quickly locate and distribute materials to students. With the cart's clear labeling system, teachers can save time that would otherwise be spent searching through piles of paper, making their classroom more productive and streamlined.\r\n\r\nFile folders with student data and work further enhance organization. These folders are essential for keeping track of individual student progress, assignments, and any necessary feedback. Teachers can quickly access a student's completed work or grade records, ensuring that each child's needs are met efficiently. These folders help provide a clear, structured system for monitoring student performance, making it easier for teachers to provide personalized attention or identify any areas of concern.\r\n\r\nMagnetic folders on the board serve as a valuable resource for guiding students when they finish their work early or are absent. These folders contain instructions, practice activities, or enrichment tasks that students can engage with independently. By using magnetic folders, teachers can set up a system that empowers students to stay on task and continue learning without needing constant direction. The clear, visual nature of the magnetic folders also ensures that students know exactly what they need to do next, fostering independence and accountability. Overall, these organizational tools promote a more efficient, self-directed learning environment that benefits both teachers and students.","fullyFundedDate":1740940938733,"projectUrl":"project/organization-for-success/9123073/","projectTitle":"Organization for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7188701_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705632095892","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/soaringinsecond"},{"teacherId":7188701,"projectId":9122942,"letterContent":"The plastic folders, pencil pouches, pens, highlighters, and other school supplies play an essential role in supporting my students' daily success by providing them with the tools they need to stay organized, focused, and prepared for their learning. Plastic folders help students keep their assignments, notes, and important documents in order, reducing clutter and ensuring that nothing is lost. With color-coded folders, students can easily categorize and access their work, fostering independence and efficient time management.\r\n\r\nPencil pouches serve as a convenient storage solution, ensuring that students always have their writing instruments—pens, pencils, and erasers—readily available. By having everything in one place, students can quickly grab what they need without wasting time searching for supplies, which allows them to stay focused on their tasks. \r\n\r\nPens and pencils are fundamental for daily writing, note-taking, and completing assignments. With quality writing tools, students can express their thoughts clearly and legibly, boosting their confidence in their work. Highlighters, on the other hand, help students stay engaged with the material by marking key points and important information. This visual approach makes it easier to retain knowledge and helps students stay actively involved in their lessons.\r\n\r\nIn addition to these materials, having an array of supplies ensures that students can handle different learning tasks, whether it's drawing diagrams, completing group projects, or taking notes during lectures. The availability of proper supplies makes students feel supported and confident, fostering a productive and positive learning environment. These everyday tools are more than just materials; they are integral to helping students stay organized, focused, and successful in their academic endeavors.","fullyFundedDate":1740940643645,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-title-1-students-providing-e/9122942/","projectTitle":"Empowering Title 1 Students: Providing Essential Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7188701_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705632095892","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/soaringinsecond"},{"teacherId":7188701,"projectId":9123005,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire class, I want to extend our deepest thanks for your generous donation, which allowed us to purchase a Teachers Pay Teachers gift card. Thanks to your support, we were able to buy readers theater scripts for our upcoming drama unit, as well as beautiful poetry anchor charts to help our students better visualize and engage with their poetry.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is making a meaningful difference in our classroom. The readers theater scripts will allow our students to build confidence and creativity through performance, while the poetry anchor charts will provide essential visual support to enhance their understanding and expression. These resources are already sparking excitement and enthusiasm in our students, and we can't wait to see them grow through these hands-on experiences.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and for supporting our students' learning journey. Your generosity truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1742079458174,"projectUrl":"project/personalized-learning-differentiated-ac/9123005/","projectTitle":"Personalized Learning: Differentiated Activities for Title I Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berger","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7188701_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1705632095892","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/soaringinsecond"},{"teacherId":9214758,"projectId":8702349,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation! My students are absolutely loving their new materials. When they first saw the packages arriving they couldn't believe all the boxes were for them. The students love seeing their pictures on our Class Family Board and our Birthday Board. It was so fun for them to watch the film develop in front of their eyes. Some of them had never even seen a polaroid camera. The markerboards get used every single day and the kids love them. Our old ones were so dingy and worn. The students are taking such good care of the new ones because they know how special it is to be the first ones to use them. The kids are so proud of their materials, folders, markers, pencils etc. They especially love the tiny pencils they get to use at my small group table every day. Thank you so very much for all of the supplies you have given to my students. We appreciate it so very much.","fullyFundedDate":1734099474562,"projectUrl":"project/superb-supplies-for-title-1-students/8702349/","projectTitle":"Superb Supplies for Title 1 Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gammill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9214758_orig.png?crop=498,498,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692812289012","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9214758"},{"teacherId":7188701,"projectId":8612148,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students in our class, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your incredibly generous donation of snacks for our classroom. Your thoughtful contribution is not only appreciated, but it has truly made a difference in the daily lives of our students.\r\n\r\nAs a Title 1 school, many of our students face challenges that go beyond the classroom, and having access to healthy snacks throughout the day allows them to stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. Your kindness has shown them that there are people who care about their well-being, and your support helps create a positive and nurturing learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe snacks you provided will not only help to fuel their minds but will also inspire them to strive for success, knowing that there are individuals like you who believe in their potential. We are truly grateful for your generosity and continued support.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness. 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