{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Albert & Iola Davis Malvern Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":36.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7554761,"projectId":10063563,"letterContent":"My students are using the new resources every day, and they have quickly become an important part of our classroom routines. The mini composition books are being used as writing journals where students can practice responding to prompts, writing about their experiences, and developing their ideas. Having their own personal writing journal has given students a special place to keep their work and see how their writing grows throughout the school year. The erasable pens have also been a huge hit in our writing center! Students love being able to write, make changes, and correct mistakes without having to worry about their papers looking messy. This has helped encourage students to take more risks with their writing and reminds them that making mistakes is a natural part of learning.\r\n\r\nThe ChapSticks have also been a fun addition to our classroom treasure box. They are used as small rewards to recognize students for their hard work, positive choices, perseverance, and accomplishments. For some students, a simple item from the treasure box is a meaningful way to celebrate their success. I love seeing their faces light up when they get to choose a reward after working hard or reaching a goal. These resources may seem like small things, but they are making a big difference in creating a classroom where students feel motivated, supported, and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when they first saw the new materials! The mini composition books immediately caught their attention because they were excited to have their own writing journals. Many students wanted to start writing right away and were eager to personalize their journals and begin filling the pages with their ideas. The erasable pens were another favorite. Students were excited to use something new in the writing center, and I noticed that they were more willing to write, edit, and try again because they knew they could easily erase and make changes.\r\n\r\nThe ChapSticks created just as much excitement when students saw them in the treasure box. They were thrilled to have new choices to work toward as rewards. The excitement surrounding these materials helped build positive energy in the classroom and gave students something to look forward to. Most importantly, their reaction reminded me that even simple classroom supplies can make students feel valued and can motivate them to participate and do their best.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue developing our writing skills through our daily writing journals. 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They had been asking about a party and I told them we weren't having one, so they were not expecting to see anything...boy were they SURPRISED!!!\r\nI had the hallway bulletin board decorated so they could take pictures with their families and classmates, and of course...their favorite teacher!!! When they entered the room to balloons and gifts on their desks they were blown away. The parents were excited as well. My classroom is a part of the special education program so my students are only with their general education peers for part of the day. The ability to provide this for them made them feel extra special!!\r\nThe majority of my students will be going to the same middle school, but a couple will be headed off to different locations. Today was the last day they will see each other and I am happy I was able to make their last day a happy one!\r\nI would not been able to afford such a grand send off without each of your help. Thank you again for your generosity and willingness to help.","fullyFundedDate":1778092710332,"projectUrl":"project/out-of-5th-grade-and-on-to-middle-school/10238631/","projectTitle":"Out of 5th Grade and On to Middle School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Skipper","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9621256_orig.jpg?crop=551,551,x137,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722615068853","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9621256"},{"teacherId":2083063,"projectId":9982385,"letterContent":"Your support means the world to us! Without it, we would not be able to keep our learning sharp, have the impact we do on our community and world.\r\nWe are so grateful for your donation and for being a part of our success. Your generosity inspires us every day to keep learning and striving for success.\r\nOnce again thank you for choosing to make a difference through your donation. We appreciate your support more than words can express. Thank you once again for believing in our future leaders and helping them learn about the world and culture around them.","fullyFundedDate":1768174419624,"projectUrl":"project/chinese-new-year-and-many-cultures/9982385/","projectTitle":"Chinese New Year and Many Cultures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mays","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2083063_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473439541186","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2083063"},{"teacherId":7554761,"projectId":9914106,"letterContent":"My students and I have been having a wonderful time using the new resources as part of this project. The rug, in particular, has become a favorite in the classroom. Students love how soft and warm it is, and they often choose to lie on it while reading or working on assignments. 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