{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Idea Academy - Rundberg","outOfStateSupporters":22.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9842801,"projectId":8954027,"letterContent":"Our classroom was overjoyed when the new supplies arrived! The students immediately gravitated toward the **Crayola Erasable Colored Pencils, Assorted Colors, Set of 12**, excited to use the vibrant colors without worrying about mistakes. We've been using them for a nonfiction research project where students create detailed animal habitat diagrams, labeling ecosystems and food chains. The **HP OfficeJet 8015e Wireless Color All-in-One Printer** has made it easy to print high-quality images and student drafts, allowing them to revise and publish polished final copies. To keep everyone organized, students store their work in the **V-Opitos 72 Packs Pencil Pouch for 3 Ring Binder** along with protected drafts inside the **Epakh 600 Pack Clear Sheet Protectors**. Seeing their work neatly displayed and professionally printed has truly boosted their confidence and pride.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials were first unpacked, there were audible gasps—especially when students saw the colorful pencil pouches and the huge box of **108 Pcs Party Favors Toy Assortment for Kids Birthday Party** that we are using as classroom incentives. The **Kleenex Boutique Antiviral Facial Tissue** has also been incredibly helpful in keeping our room healthy during cold season, allowing students to focus on learning. One special moment came when we laminated student-created vocabulary flashcards using the **KTRIO Laminating Sheets**. Students were amazed at how \"official\" their work looked after lamination, and they eagerly practiced with their durable, reusable cards. That excitement translated into deeper engagement and collaboration.\r\n\r\nNext, we are moving into the presentation phase of our research unit. Students will use the printer to create visual aids, protect their scripts in sheet protectors for repeated practice, and laminate key diagrams for display around the room. We're also starting a peer-review station where students will store feedback forms in their binders to track growth over time. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is becoming a more organized, creative, and healthy learning environment. The tools you provided are not just supplies—they are empowering our students to take ownership of their learning and proudly share their achievements with others.","fullyFundedDate":1734834311704,"projectUrl":"project/steps-to-success-for-kinder-babies/8954027/","projectTitle":"Steps to Success for Kinder Babies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Isabella DaVila","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9842801"},{"teacherId":9747796,"projectId":10078788,"letterContent":"The Apple - 11-inch iPad with A16 chip (128GB, Wi-Fi) will play a powerful role in strengthening early literacy skills in our classroom. Many of our donors use technology at home, but in school, the iPad is intentionally used as an instructional tool rather than just entertainment. Students will use it during small-group rotations for targeted phonics practice, interactive decodable texts, and immediate feedback on letter sounds and blending. The technology allows me to differentiate instruction in real time—meeting students exactly where they are and giving them extra support or enrichment as needed. For struggling readers especially, hearing sounds modeled clearly and being able to repeat practice independently builds both confidence and accuracy.\r\n\r\nWhat is most exciting to students is how hands-on and interactive both the iPad and our new literacy games are. Tools like **Lakeshore Touch & Read CVC Words Match**, **Aizweb CVC Word Builder**, **Elkonin Boxes Phonemic Awareness Games**, and the **Junior Learning Spelligator Word Building Game** make phonics feel like play instead of work. Students love physically moving letter tiles, tapping sounds on the iPad, and building words piece by piece. The combination of digital and tactile learning keeps engagement high and supports the Science of Reading approach by strengthening phonemic awareness, blending, and decoding skills in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who previously struggled with traditional paper-and-pencil tasks have especially warmed to this new technology and hands-on approach. Our emerging readers benefit from being able to manipulate sounds using Elkonin boxes and letter tiles, which makes abstract concepts more concrete. Students who need additional support in speech or language development gain confidence when practicing sounds repeatedly in a safe, low-pressure environment. The excitement and ownership they feel when correctly building or reading a word is incredible to witness. These tools are not only improving reading skills—they are building self-esteem and a love for learning that will carry into the upper grades.","fullyFundedDate":1771004367783,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-readers-developing-phon/10078788/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Readers: Developing Phoneme and Phonemic Awareness Foundations","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ayala","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9747796_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1726287933562","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9747796"},{"teacherId":9640008,"projectId":9813248,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Boo Bash, which turned into an unforgettable glow-in-the-dark celebration for our students. Because of your generosity, our classroom was filled with excitement, laughter, and bright smiles as students enjoyed a fun, engaging event they will always remember. The materials you provided helped create a welcoming and joyful environment where students could relax, connect with peers, and celebrate their hard work. Moments like these build community, boost morale, and remind students that learning can be joyful. We are truly grateful for your support and belief in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769177075757,"projectUrl":"project/boo-bash-celebrating-our-scholars-spoo/9813248/","projectTitle":"Boo Bash: Celebrating Our Scholars’ Spooky Successes!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9640008_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724038931996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9640008"},{"teacherId":10110827,"projectId":9531979,"letterContent":"Hi I just want to thank so much for generosity and this has a great impact on the children and there learning ability.The kids really enjoy everything they are our future.l The kids loved the social games and interacting with other kids and knowing how to deal with their emotions and being to impact on how they solve problems and how tackle the task on a daily basis.The kids enjoyed being able to explore and figure how to play and help other children as well .It also helps me to asst them in anyway I can and it makes my job much easier knowing how this beautiful gift has been a god sin I can't thank u enough","fullyFundedDate":1764611451042,"projectUrl":"project/small-gifts-big-impact-supporting-our/9531979/","projectTitle":"Small Gifts, Big Impact: Supporting Our Students' Daily Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Zigler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10110827"},{"teacherId":9640008,"projectId":9433323,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support and consideration. These supplies will have a meaningful impact on my shared classroom, which is used by 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders. Because the room is shared, desks and surfaces are not always clean when students return, making daily sanitation essential and students have been present in class more.\r\nThe hand sanitizer, Lysol wipes, spray, tissues, and paper towels will help keep hands, desks, and the classroom environment clean. When students have access to clean spaces, they are less likely to get sick, which helps reduce absenteeism and keeps students where they belong which is learning in the classroom.\r\nThank you again for supporting the health and success of my students.","fullyFundedDate":1758218773656,"projectUrl":"project/clean-classroom-healthy-students-sanit/9433323/","projectTitle":"Clean Classroom, Healthy Students: Sanitizer, Wipes & More","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9640008_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724038931996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9640008"},{"teacherId":9567508,"projectId":9568451,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing an iPad for our 5th-grade Reading Language Arts classroom. Your generosity has truly transformed the way my students engage with reading and writing every day.\r\n\r\nThe iPad is helping my students learn by giving them immediate access to interactive texts, digital annotations, and writing tools that deepen comprehension. Students are able to highlight evidence, take notes, and respond to reading in real time, which strengthens their ability to analyze text and support their thinking. The iPad also allow students to receive instant feedback during independent practice, making learning more personalized and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most about the iPad is how engaging and interactive learning has become. They love using digital tools to explore new vocabulary, complete close-reading activities, and revise their writing with ease. The ability to learn in a way that feels modern and hands-on has increased motivation and focus, even during more challenging lessons.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially thrived with this new technology. Students who previously struggled to stay engaged are now more confident participating in lessons because the iPads allow them to work at their own pace. English learners and students who need extra support benefit from audio features and visual tools that help them better understand the text. I've also seen reluctant writers become more willing to revise and expand their ideas because writing digitally feels less intimidating.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students are more excited about reading, more confident in their writing, and more engaged in their learning. Thank you for investing in their success and helping create a classroom where every student has the tools they need to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1764635757588,"projectUrl":"project/putting-technology-in-my-students-hands/9568451/","projectTitle":"Putting Technology in My Students’ Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nunn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9567508_orig.jpg?crop=379,379,x36,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736623596188","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9567508"},{"teacherId":9567508,"projectId":9192822,"letterContent":"My students have been using the snacks you provided to celebrate academic milestones and stay motivated during learning. After their recent exam, students earned a mastery celebration and were thrilled to enjoy a movie party with the snacks you helped fund. We also use them during our after-school small-group tutoring sessions to keep students energized and focused.\r\n\r\nTheir reaction when they first saw the materials was priceless. Students lit up with excitement and immediately felt celebrated and supported.\r\n\r\nAs we move into our next round of unit assessments and mastery checks, these resources continue to help us build a positive culture around effort and growth. Students are already working hard toward their next celebration, and your contribution has made these moments possible.","fullyFundedDate":1746787089547,"projectUrl":"project/power-up-snacks-for-test-taking-success/9192822/","projectTitle":"Power Up: Snacks for Test-Taking Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nunn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9567508_orig.jpg?crop=379,379,x36,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736623596188","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9567508"},{"teacherId":10017951,"projectId":9323434,"letterContent":"The new resources have already made a huge difference in our classroom. We use them during small-group instruction, math centers, and during our \"Fun Friday\" activities. Students use the materials to recognize patterns, explore abstract concepts through hands-on learning, and enjoy simple STEM projects that make math feel exciting and accessible.\r\n\r\nOne moment that really stood out happened during a group activity: students who normally struggle with confidence became fully engaged because the tools gave them a playful, low-pressure way to experience math. Whenever we bring out the materials, the excitement is immediate. Students ask how they can use them and often focus extra hard during the lesson just so we have time at the end for hands-on activities.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students the tools they need to learn with confidence, and for giving me, as a teacher, the chance to introduce math and STEM through fun, meaningful projects. Your support truly made an impact.","fullyFundedDate":1748283128064,"projectUrl":"project/stem-snacks-a-sweet-end-to-a-smart-ye/9323434/","projectTitle":"Stem & Snacks: a Sweet End to a Smart Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. David","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10017951"},{"teacherId":9640008,"projectId":9281283,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support! Your donation will help us bring the Sizzix Big Shot Plus Starter Kit into our classroom, creating hands-on learning experiences that inspire creativity, inclusion, and growth. The j you for supporting our students monthly bulletin boards. This tool will empower students to engage with lessons in a meaningful way, regardless of their abilities. Your contribution plays a vital role in fostering a vibrant, inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive and build life-long skills. We are truly grateful for your belief in our students!","fullyFundedDate":1746718765199,"projectUrl":"project/learning-comes-to-life-one-cut-at-a-t/9281283/","projectTitle":"Learning Comes to Life — One Cut at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garcia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9640008_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724038931996","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9640008"},{"teacherId":10006004,"projectId":9282816,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to everyone who donated incentives for my classroom! Your kindness has made a big difference — my students are inspired and excited to put in their best effort. My students were thrilled to see that their hard work would be rewarded at the end of the week. \r\nFive scholars with the post points got to choose from the mystery box (snacks and toys) which was donated by donors! I am more than thankful to be able to keep my students motivated and to witness them trying their absolute best. Once again, thank you for making the difference!","fullyFundedDate":1750774722863,"projectUrl":"project/show-it-own-it/9282816/","projectTitle":"Show It, Own It!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cantu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10006004"},{"teacherId":9557970,"projectId":8792068,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom is now a place filled with creativity, organization, and joy. The HP Smart Tank printer ensures that every student has access to high-quality resources, from reading passages to practice pages, without delays. The LCD writing tablets, whiteboard markers, and erasers give students endless opportunities to practice, erase, and try again, making learning interactive and low-pressure.\r\n\r\nHands-on learning is thriving with resources like dominoes, spelling puzzles, word builders, and handwriting tools, which support early literacy and math in fun, engaging ways. At the same time, prizes such as fidget toys, squishies, stickers, bubbles, fruit snacks, and mini plush animals have turned our treasure box into a source of encouragement and celebration, motivating students to reach their goals.\r\n\r\nPractical additions like paper trays and organizers keep our classroom running smoothly, ensuring supplies are accessible when students need them most. Even small details, like a new CarPlay cable for tech connection, make it easier to keep our tools functional and our learning time focused.\r\n\r\nTogether, these materials have transformed our classroom into a vibrant, organized, and student-centered space where kids feel prepared, motivated, and excited to learn each day. The impact of this project will be felt all year long as my students continue to grow as confident readers, writers, and problem-solvers.","fullyFundedDate":1726685966112,"projectUrl":"project/a-colorful-and-joyful-classroom/8792068/","projectTitle":"A Colorful and Joyful Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9557970_orig.jpg?crop=1302,1302,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758430222629","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9557970"},{"teacherId":9640008,"projectId":9432812,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in supporting my classroom! Your gift provided us with a rolling file cabinet, bulletin board roll, storage trays, file folders, zipper pouches, and an electric pencil sharpener to stay organized. The LED lights will brighten our space and make it welcoming. These resources will not only keep our classroom running smoothly but also inspire my students to take pride in their learning environment each day. 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