{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Armstrong Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":41.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3638263,"projectId":10237730,"letterContent":"I don't have enough words to describe the great impact these resources have on my students. The ink for my printer has helped to keep providing these kids with colorful resources that they use everyday. Resources like mini anchor charts, checklists so they can revise their work and as a tool to keep them engage in their tasks. As a reward they are able now to publish and take home their work in color!\r\n\r\n I can also see the results in their grades and test scores. Thank you so much for this oportunity to help my students. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU","fullyFundedDate":1782848928756,"projectUrl":"project/ink-the-possibilities/10237730/","projectTitle":"Ink the Possibilities!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tapia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3638263_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y262&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747251076050","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3638263"},{"teacherId":9554137,"projectId":10511747,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Building Bright Minds Through Sensory Play.\" My Pre-K students were so excited when they saw their new sensory materials and could not wait to begin exploring! These resources have made learning more engaging and hands-on while helping students strengthen important skills such as fine-motor development, creativity, problem-solving, communication, and working together with their classmates.\r\nWe will continue using these materials throughout the school year during our learning centers and hands-on activities. As my students grow, we will use sensory play to support literacy, math, science, and social-emotional learning in fun and meaningful ways. Thank you for helping me create exciting learning experiences and for making such a wonderful difference in the lives of my little learners!","fullyFundedDate":1788194730499,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-minds-through-sensory-pl/10511747/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Minds Through Sensory Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morgan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9554137_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716385879112","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9554137"},{"teacherId":9554137,"projectId":10277955,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our \"Growing Minds Through Books\" project! These wonderful books have brought so much excitement and learning into our Pre-K classroom. During read-alouds and shared reading, my students are learning new vocabulary, making predictions, answering questions, identifying characters and events, and practicing retelling stories in their own words. We use the colorful illustrations to encourage conversations, build comprehension, and help students make connections between the stories and their own experiences.\r\nMy students especially enjoy looking through the books independently, talking about the pictures with their friends, and acting out or retelling their favorite stories. It is wonderful to see their excitement when they recognize a familiar book and eagerly join in with repeated words and phrases. Your generosity has helped create meaningful reading experiences that are strengthening their early literacy skills while encouraging a genuine love of books. Thank you for helping my little learners grow, imagine, and discover through reading!","fullyFundedDate":1782848928872,"projectUrl":"project/growing-minds-through-books/10277955/","projectTitle":"Growing Minds Through Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morgan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9554137_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716385879112","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9554137"},{"teacherId":10575547,"projectId":10442282,"letterContent":"Students are enjoying using these wobble chairs during intervention when I pull a small group. We are reading from leveled readers and reviewing key concepts taught during the reading lesson. After intervention, students who have their number picked for the day get to use the wobble chair at their desks! Students look forward to the times they get to use these new chairs instead of the orginal classroom chairs. I have noticed students are more engaged and I am correcting students less. It is a great addition to the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1787149051286,"projectUrl":"project/wobble-chairs-for-small-group/10442282/","projectTitle":"Wobble Chairs for Small Group","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Finan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10575547"},{"teacherId":9554137,"projectId":10280711,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Pre-K classroom! The printer ink has allowed me to create so many colorful and engaging learning activities for my students, including alphabet and number activities, vocabulary cards, visual schedules, classroom signs, center activities, and hands-on learning materials. My students are always excited when they see a new activity or colorful visual ready for them to explore. These resources make learning more inviting and help my four-year-olds stay engaged while practicing important early literacy and math skills.\r\nThe storage organizers have also made a wonderful difference in our classroom. They allow me to keep our learning materials neatly organized, protected, and easy for both my students and me to access. Instead of searching for materials, we can quickly find what we need and spend more time learning. As we continue through the school year, I will use these supplies to create new activities that build on the skills my students are learning, while the organizers will help keep those materials ready for future lessons and learning centers. Thank you for helping us create an organized, engaging, and student-friendly classroom where my little learners can grow and succeed!","fullyFundedDate":1785250045779,"projectUrl":"project/creating-an-organized-space-for-growing/10280711/","projectTitle":"Creating an Organized Space for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morgan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9554137_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716385879112","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9554137"},{"teacherId":9554137,"projectId":10279976,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping make our Pre-K classroom a more inviting and exciting place to learn! The new ABC rug has been a wonderful addition to our classroom library. It gives my students a comfortable and colorful space to sit, look at books, read with friends, and develop a love for reading. The alphabet design also provides another opportunity for students to recognize and practice their letters while enjoying time in the library. My students are excited to visit this special area and choose books to explore.\r\nThe printer ink has also made a tremendous difference in our classroom. I have been able to create colorful learning posters, classroom signs, visual schedules, vocabulary cards, center materials, and other resources that my students use every day. These visuals help my four-year-olds recognize letters, numbers, shapes, and new vocabulary while also helping them understand classroom routines and become more independent. Thank you for providing resources that have helped me create a colorful, organized, and engaging learning environment for my Pre-K students!","fullyFundedDate":1784742621635,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-classroom-for-growing-minds/10279976/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Classroom for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morgan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9554137_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716385879112","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9554137"},{"teacherId":9937405,"projectId":10121137,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation of cube shelves and storage bins to our classroom! These resources have made such a wonderful difference in creating an organized, welcoming learning environment. We now have a place for our classroom materials, sensory resources, games, books, and activities, making it easier to find what we need and spend more time focused on learning.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when they saw the transformation! Several noticed the changes right away and commented that our classroom was \"so fancy\" and that they loved how good it looked. Seeing their excitement and pride in their classroom was such a special moment. The new shelves and bins have made our classroom more inviting while also giving students opportunities to practice organization and independence.\r\n\r\nWe will continue using our organized materials to support academic, social, communication, and life skills throughout the school year. Thank you for helping us create a classroom where our students feel comfortable, proud, and excited to learn. Your generosity truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1779650793408,"projectUrl":"project/from-chaos-to-calm-classroom-organizati/10121137/","projectTitle":"From Chaos to Calm: Classroom Organization Matters","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9937405_orig.jpg?crop=1936,1936,x0,y329&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1744676184230","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9937405"},{"teacherId":6945141,"projectId":10130558,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and providing my kindergarten students with a light table! Your generosity has brought so much excitement, curiosity, and hands-on learning into our classroom.\r\n\r\nMy students are fascinated by the light table and love exploring it during learning centers. It has become a wonderful tool for practicing letters, numbers, shapes, patterns, colors, and sorting while also encouraging creativity and problem-solving. Students are eager to work together, share their ideas, and discover new ways to use the materials.\r\n\r\nFor my students, having access to engaging resources like this can make a meaningful difference. The light table has created opportunities for them to learn through exploration and play while building important academic and social skills.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your investment in our classroom. Thank you for helping make learning more exciting, hands-on, and accessible for every one of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1778222492966,"projectUrl":"project/light-up-learning-in-kinder/10130558/","projectTitle":"Light Up Learning in Kinder","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Spencer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6945141_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761332733587","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6945141"},{"teacherId":10018828,"projectId":10299047,"letterContent":"Yesterday was the first day I had the opportunity to use our new flexible learning space with both my A.M. and P.M. classes, and seeing my students' reactions was truly amazing. They were so happy and excited to have a new place to learn! For many students, simply having the opportunity to move away from their regular hard chairs and choose a more comfortable space made a noticeable difference.\r\n\r\nThe lamps were also a wonderful addition to our classroom. Being able to turn away from the bright overhead lighting and work with softer lighting created a calmer and more relaxing atmosphere for my students. I could see some students immediately become more comfortable and settled as they worked. Students used the space to continue working together, collaborate with their classmates, and stay engaged in their math learning. Some students even found that they were able to focus and work more successfully simply because they were learning in a comfortable environment.\r\n\r\nIt was truly amazing to see how something as simple as a comfortable space and softer lighting could make such a positive difference in my students' learning experience. This space quickly became a place where students felt excited, comfortable, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nNone of this would have been possible without your incredible support. From the bottom of my heart, I cannot thank you enough for the continued support you have shown my classroom and my students. Your generosity has created more than just a new learning space, it has created an environment where my students can feel comfortable, confident, and excited to learn. I am so grateful that you helped make this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1784742622092,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-safe-and-flexible-space-for-m/10299047/","projectTitle":"Creating a Safe and Flexible Space for Math Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rangel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10018828_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746493519950","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10018828"},{"teacherId":8426736,"projectId":10278494,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation! Your kindness and support are making a meaningful difference in our classroom and helping us create a more organized, functional, and welcoming learning environment for our young learners.\r\n\r\nThe Lakeshore Learning Materials cart will be an invaluable addition to our classroom. It will allow us to organize and easily access learning materials, books, manipulatives, and supplies, making our daily activities and learning centers more efficient and engaging for our students.\r\n\r\nThe pink rolling cart will provide additional storage and organization, helping us keep important classroom materials within easy reach while maximizing our classroom space.\r\n\r\nThese donations may look like simple storage solutions, but they will have a big impact on our classroom. An organized classroom gives children more opportunities to explore, learn independently, and focus on what matters most—learning and growing.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our classroom and our children. Your generosity helps us provide a beautiful, organized, and enriching environment where every child can learn, play, and thrive.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support and for believing in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1782338159184,"projectUrl":"project/organized-spaces-successful-students/10278494/","projectTitle":"Organized Spaces, Successful Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vizcarrondo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8426736_orig.png?crop=828,827,x0,y483&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650909706085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8426736"},{"teacherId":8426736,"projectId":10146124,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation to our classroom! Your kindness is helping us create a warm, inviting, and comfortable space where our little learners can play, explore, read, relax, and learn.\r\n\r\nThe soft play rug, adorable flower pillows, and modular play couch will give our students a cozy place to build, imagine, read, and engage in meaningful play with their classmates. These materials will encourage creativity, social interaction, and a love of learning while making our classroom feel like a special place they can truly call their own.\r\n\r\nThe beautiful fluorescent light covers will also help create a softer, calmer, and more welcoming classroom environment for our young learners.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our students will have a classroom filled with comfort, imagination, and opportunities to learn through play. Your donation is more than just classroom supplies—it is helping create happy childhood memories and a nurturing learning environment for our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our children and for helping make our classroom a place where every child can feel safe, inspired, and excited to learn. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1781783310766,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-corner-for-little-learners/10146124/","projectTitle":"Cozy Corner for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vizcarrondo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8426736_orig.png?crop=828,827,x0,y483&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1650909706085","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8426736"},{"teacherId":10220734,"projectId":10214936,"letterContent":"Donated classroom supplies have made a tremendous difference in helping my students have the tools they need to learn and succeed. Items such as notebooks, pencils, folders, art supplies, and other educational materials ensure that students can fully participate in classroom activities without worrying about whether they have the necessary supplies. These donations help create a more positive and productive learning environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nThe generosity of donors has also helped teachers provide engaging lessons and meaningful learning experiences. With additional supplies available, teachers can create hands-on activities, projects, and creative opportunities that encourage students to participate and explore new ideas. Having these resources readily available allows teachers to focus more on teaching and supporting students rather than worrying about limited classroom materials.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, donated classroom supplies show students that their community cares about their education and future. Knowing that others are willing to invest in their learning can help students feel valued, supported, and motivated to do their best. 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