{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Reaves Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5198107,"projectId":9468712,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for supporting our classroom. The snacks you provided are being used every day and have quickly become an important part of our routine. Students are able to grab something when they need it, which helps them stay focused and ready to learn. It has made a noticeable difference in how smoothly our day runs.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly helped create a more supportive and positive environment for my students. We are so grateful for your support and for making a difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755728742557,"projectUrl":"project/happy-tummies-happy-brains/9468712/","projectTitle":"Happy Tummies, Happy Brains!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5198107_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594325170648","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5198107"},{"teacherId":5198107,"projectId":9628244,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom. Your kindness has made an immediate difference for my students. When the supplies arrived, they were excited and appreciative—it meant so much for them to see that people care about their well-being. These resources help create a space where students feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are better able to focus, stay motivated, and take pride in their growth. Whether it's having something to keep them energized, tools to feel prepared, or a calming environment to help them reset, your support is helping them show up as their best selves. I truly appreciate your role in helping my students succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1755735993872,"projectUrl":"project/happy-healthy-calm-cool/9628244/","projectTitle":"Happy, Healthy, Calm & Cool!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5198107_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594325170648","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5198107"},{"teacherId":8562278,"projectId":9859950,"letterContent":"Instead of giving them for the holidays, I ended up giving it to them as an end of year gift. We are so grateful for your generous donation of Uno cards and a memory game to our classroom! Your thoughtfulness means the world to us.\r\n\r\nOur students were thrilled when they first saw these materials. Their faces lit up with excitement, and they couldn't wait to dive in. They love to bring them in the morning to use during soft-start. They have built great team building skills in playing these games together!","fullyFundedDate":1769177475558,"projectUrl":"project/memory-and-fun-holiday-surprises-for-my/9859950/","projectTitle":"Memory and Fun: Holiday Surprises for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8562278_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660183022106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8562278"},{"teacherId":8562278,"projectId":10113406,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to get mice for the students to use. It has helped them a lot when working on reading assignments because they are able to highlight and click on the tools with more ease! The students have never used one before, so they were very excited to use an actual mouse for their computer. A lot of them were nervous at first and struggled to move it but quickly adjusted to it! \r\n\r\nThey are absolutely loving this new piece of technology, and they cannot wait to keep using it to better their learning. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1772129604295,"projectUrl":"project/clicking-toward-success-computer-mice-f/10113406/","projectTitle":"Clicking Toward Success: Computer Mice for Student Chromebooks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mena","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8562278_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660183022106","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8562278"},{"teacherId":5198107,"projectId":10087896,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Rooting for Kindness: The Garden Project.\" Because of you, our students are turning a small outdoor space into a beautiful pollinator garden filled with flowers that support bees, butterflies, and birds in our community. \r\n\r\nWhen the materials arrived, students were so excited to get started. One special moment was when we planted our first seeds—students carefully chose where each one would go and talked about who it would help. They were especially proud knowing these plants would not only grow in our garden, but also be shared with others. We've already begun growing our \"Kindness Seedlings,\" and the first recipient was for our resident student teacher who has graduated and will be going off into the world to start her own classroom. It was such a special moment for both students and the teacher. \r\n\r\nThis project will be a bright spot in our community for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1771964934452,"projectUrl":"project/rooting-for-kindness-the-garden-project/10087896/","projectTitle":"Rooting for Kindness: The Garden Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. White","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5198107_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1594325170648","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5198107"},{"teacherId":9013119,"projectId":9762851,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your thoughtful donation of hands-on \r\nmaterials to our Pre-K classroom. Your generosity has made a meaningful and immediate impact on the daily experiences of our young learners, and I want you to know how deeply appreciated your support truly is.\r\n\r\nAt this early stage of education, children learn best through exploration, creativity, and active engagement. The materials you provided have opened up new opportunities for our students to discover, build, imagine, and grow. Whether they are sorting, stacking, creating, or experimenting, these tools allow them to develop critical skills in a way that feels natural and exciting.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, our classroom has become an even more vibrant and stimulating environment. Students who may have struggled to stay engaged are now eagerly participating in activities, collaborating with their peers, and expressing themselves in new ways. It is incredible to watch their confidence grow as they interact with materials that invite curiosity and hands-on learning.","fullyFundedDate":1769119252416,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-to-increase-our-fine-motor-skil/9762851/","projectTitle":"Hands-on to Increase Our Fine Motor Skills!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hackl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9013119_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682131172451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9013119"},{"teacherId":10278546,"projectId":9821114,"letterContent":"This weather project will have a meaningful and lasting impact on my kindergarten students by transforming their natural curiosity about the world into purposeful, hands-on learning experiences. At this age, children are constantly observing their surroundings—feeling the warmth of the sun, noticing the rain, or talking about the wind. This project will harness that curiosity and turn everyday weather experiences into rich opportunities for exploration, discovery, and growth.\r\n\r\nWith the support of this project, students will engage in daily weather observations where they will track and record changes over time. They will learn to identify different types of weather, describe what they see using new vocabulary, and begin to understand patterns. These activities will build a strong foundation in early science skills while also integrating important math and literacy concepts. For example, students will practice counting and graphing sunny, rainy, and cloudy days, compare data, and discuss trends. They will also strengthen their speaking and listening skills as they share observations and predictions with their classmates.\r\n\r\nThis project will make learning interactive and engaging by allowing students to actively participate rather than passively receive information. By using weather tools, journals, and visual aids, students will feel like real scientists collecting data and making sense of the world around them. These hands-on experiences are especially important in kindergarten, where learning through play and exploration leads to deeper understanding and retention.\r\n\r\nIn addition to academic growth, this project will support the development of important social and emotional skills. Students will work together to observe, discuss, and reflect on daily weather changes, building collaboration and communication skills. They will gain confidence as they share their ideas and realize that their observations and thoughts are valued. This sense of ownership in their learning helps foster independence and a positive attitude toward school.\r\n\r\nAnother important impact of this project is helping students make real-world connections. Weather affects their daily lives in ways they can easily understand—what they wear, whether they can play outside, or how they travel to school. By studying weather in a structured and engaging way, students will begin to see how classroom learning connects to their everyday experiences, making education more relevant and meaningful.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, this project will help spark a lifelong love of learning and curiosity about science. Early positive experiences with science can shape how students view learning in the future. By providing opportunities to explore, ask questions, and discover answers, this project will encourage students to think critically and remain curious about the world around them.\r\n\r\nYour support will provide essential materials that make these experiences possible, ensuring that all students—regardless of background—have access to engaging, high-quality learning opportunities. These resources will not only enhance our current unit on weather but will continue to be used year after year, impacting many groups of students to come.\r\n\r\nUltimately, this project will empower my students to become confident learners, thoughtful observers, and enthusiastic explorers of the world around them.","fullyFundedDate":1765592602618,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-forecast-fun-and-learning/9821114/","projectTitle":"\"Kindergarten Forecast: Fun and Learning Ahead!\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. DeKoch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10278546"},{"teacherId":9013119,"projectId":9773089,"letterContent":"On behalf of our Pre-K students and teaching team, I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donations. Because of your support, we have been able to purchase a wide variety of engaging, hands-on resources that allow our young learners to explore the fascinating world of animals in meaningful and developmentally appropriate ways.\r\n\r\nAt the Pre-K level, children learn best through play, exploration, and sensory experiences. With your contributions, we have added high-quality dramatic play materials, and science exploration tools to our classroom. These resources have transformed our learning environment into a vibrant space where curiosity thrives and imagination comes alive.","fullyFundedDate":1765133946113,"projectUrl":"project/using-science-to-explore-animals/9773089/","projectTitle":"Using Science to Explore Animals!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hackl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9013119_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682131172451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9013119"},{"teacherId":9013119,"projectId":9782991,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your thoughtful gift card donation to our classroom. Your generosity will make a meaningful difference in the lives of my students, and I want you to know just how much it is appreciated.\r\n\r\nAs an educator, my goal is to create a learning environment that is engaging, inclusive, and inspiring for every child who walks through our classroom door. With limited budgets, it can sometimes be challenging to provide all the materials and resources that help students thrive. Your gift card donation gives us the opportunity to purchase essential supplies, enriching learning tools, and creative resources that will directly support student growth and success.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, I will be able to select materials tailored specifically to my students' needs. Your generosity sends a powerful message to my students: that their education matters and that there are people in the community who believe in their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1764786952141,"projectUrl":"project/teachers-helping-teachers/9782991/","projectTitle":"Teachers Helping Teachers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hackl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9013119_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682131172451","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9013119"},{"teacherId":9126561,"projectId":9853510,"letterContent":"We are excited to share the powerful impact our recent project has had on students. The tools provided to support focus and emotional regulation have transformed our classroom environment in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nStudents are now better equipped to manage their emotions, stay attentive during lessons, and persevere through challenging tasks. They were genuinely excited to explore and use the new resources. Many quickly began applying strategies independently—taking mindful breaks, using calming tools appropriately, and returning to learning with renewed focus.\r\n\r\nThe overall classroom climate has become calmer, more productive, and more supportive. Students feel confident knowing they have tools available to help them succeed both academically and emotionally. These resources have not only improved learning outcomes but have also fostered resilience and self-awareness.","fullyFundedDate":1766501164603,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-focus-tools-to-regulat/9853510/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Focus: Tools to Regulate Behavior","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9126561_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730495624357","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9126561"},{"teacherId":9126561,"projectId":9752773,"letterContent":"We are excited to share the positive impact our classroom snack project has had on students. Providing snacks has significantly improved focus, participation, and overall classroom morale. When students know they will have something to keep their bellies full, they are able to concentrate more fully on lessons and classroom activities.\r\n\r\nThe excitement was immediate. Students expressed gratitude and relief, and many shared how much it helped them feel ready to learn. Having access to snacks created a sense of security and care within the classroom. It also reduced disruptions related to hunger and increased time spent actively engaged in instruction.\r\n\r\nThis project has supported not only academic growth but also student well-being. Full and happy students are more confident, more cooperative, and more eager to participate. We are incredibly thankful for the opportunity to provide this support and for the generosity that made it possible.","fullyFundedDate":1766501163957,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-learning-with-snacks/9752773/","projectTitle":"Fueling Learning With Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Davis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9126561_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730495624357","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9126561"},{"teacherId":7395183,"projectId":9616843,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous donations to my project to make sure every empty tummy could get filled. Being able to provide a basic need, take away a student's food worry, and help them stay focused on learning was my goal. With your help, I was able to achieve that!\r\n\r\nWhen students arrived late to school, I was able to get them much needed breakfast. 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