{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":28.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10409126,"projectId":10034013,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing these materials into our Art Club! My students were incredibly excited when the boxes arrived; they couldn't wait to get their hands on the professional-grade clay and the vibrant tie-dye kits. This project has allowed us to create a high-level \"studio vibe\" where my sixth graders feel like real artists. We kicked off the semester by engineering custom \"Chia Pets,\" which required students to research sculptural techniques and carefully \"score\" the clay to ensure the seeds would grow as intended.\r\n\r\nSince then, we have completed several complex projects, including sculptural letters using Celluclay armatures, which challenged the students' patience and technical skills. The tie-dye shirts were a massive hit and allowed the students to express their personal style, while our individual canvas paintings gave them the freedom to find their own references and artistic voices. Because this is a bilingual space, I have been able to facilitate these lessons in both English and Spanish, ensuring every student feels supported and confident in their craftsmanship.\r\n\r\nWe are currently working on our final major project: custom locker magnets designed and painted on cardboard. The students are showing great creativity in choosing their own designs to personalize their school space. For our grand finale, we are planning a celebratory party where we will dive into the \"science of slime,\" a reward the students have been looking forward to all semester. Your generosity didn't just provide supplies; it provided a safe, creative outlet where these students build confidence and express themselves in multiple languages. Thank you for supporting our journey!","fullyFundedDate":1770851537250,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-wonders-from-living-sculptures/10034013/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Wonders: From Living Sculptures to Wearable Art","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lopez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10409126_orig.jpg?crop=2433,2433,x2369,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770247582412","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10409126"},{"teacherId":9024306,"projectId":10090954,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Pre-K classroom! Because of your kindness, our students are able to learn, create, and explore in ways that truly make a difference in their daily experiences.\r\n\r\nThe large chart paper has become an essential part of our morning routine. Each day, we gather together to write our morning message, building early literacy skills, practicing letter recognition, and sharing ideas as a class. It has quickly become a special time that our students look forward to every day.\r\n\r\nThe Play-Doh you provided has been a huge hit! Our students love using it to build the letters in their names, strengthening both their fine motor skills and letter knowledge. In our fine motor center, they are also using it to make bug imprints and create insect vocabulary words, bringing our learning to life in a fun and hands-on way.\r\n\r\nThe chalk has added so much joy to our outdoor learning time. Students love drawing, writing, and expressing their creativity outside, all while continuing to develop important skills.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom and believing in our young learners!","fullyFundedDate":1774963753762,"projectUrl":"project/small-hands-big-ideas-pre-k-writing-ce/10090954/","projectTitle":"Small Hands, Big Ideas: Pre-K Writing Center","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blalock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9024306_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683310538380","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9024306"},{"teacherId":9024306,"projectId":10128845,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Pre-K classroom! Because of your kindness, our students now have a beautiful transportation rug, magnetic building vehicle sets, transportation stamps, and engaging transportation books to explore each day.\r\n\r\nThese materials have already made a big impact in our classroom. Our students love gathering on the rug for stories and discussions, and they are excited to build, create, and imagine with the magnetic vehicles. The stamps and books are helping them strengthen their early literacy skills while connecting learning to a fun and meaningful theme.","fullyFundedDate":1774963712543,"projectUrl":"project/on-the-road-to-early-learning/10128845/","projectTitle":"On the Road to Early Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blalock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9024306_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683310538380","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9024306"},{"teacherId":8427237,"projectId":10101760,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our preschool classroom. Because of your donation, we now have craft supplies that bring creativity and excitement into our daily learning.\r\n\r\nOur students use these materials to explore, create, and express themselves. Simple items like crayons, paper, and glue help build fine motor skills, confidence, and imagination. Each day, the children are excited to make something new and proudly share their work.\r\nYour kindness has also helped create an inclusive environment where every child has access to the same resources. This allows all students to feel valued and fully participate in activities together.\r\n\r\nBeyond art, these experiences teach important social skills like sharing, cooperation, and communication. These are lessons that will stay with them for years to come.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support. You have made a meaningful difference in our classroom and in the lives of our students.\r\nThank you again for your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1774963643277,"projectUrl":"project/creating-speech-masterpieces-in-pre-k/10101760/","projectTitle":"Creating Speech Masterpieces in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Michelle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8427237_orig.jpg?crop=866,866,x8,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661053734362","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8427237"},{"teacherId":6247717,"projectId":9978990,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of elementary reading books. Your support is helping provide our students with meaningful opportunities to grow as readers and develop a lifelong love for learning.\r\n\r\nAccess to engaging books allows our students to strengthen their reading skills, expand their vocabulary, and explore new ideas and experiences through literature. Because of your generosity, our classrooms and reading groups now have valuable resources that will make a positive difference in our students' academic journeys.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and commitment to education truly impact our school community. We are deeply grateful for your support and for believing in the importance of literacy for our young learners.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students' future.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1772892065875,"projectUrl":"project/somos-los-osos-esperanza-reading-club/9978990/","projectTitle":"Somos Los Osos Esperanza Reading Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Urteaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6247717_orig.jpg?crop=499,500,x0,y63&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1590951124825","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6247717"},{"teacherId":6247717,"projectId":9978937,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of elementary reading books. Your support is helping provide our students with meaningful opportunities to grow as readers and develop a lifelong love for learning.\r\n\r\nAccess to engaging books allows our students to strengthen their reading skills, expand their vocabulary, and explore new ideas and experiences through literature. Because of your generosity, our classrooms and reading groups now have valuable resources that will make a positive difference in our students' academic journeys.\r\n\r\nYour kindness and commitment to education truly impact our school community. We are deeply grateful for your support and for believing in the importance of literacy for our young learners.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students' future.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1772892065507,"projectUrl":"project/4th-grade-cgb-reading-club/9978937/","projectTitle":"4th Grade CGB Reading Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Urteaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6247717_orig.jpg?crop=499,500,x0,y63&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1590951124825","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6247717"},{"teacherId":10385375,"projectId":10036746,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Pre-K classroom. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for my students.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students now have access to engaging materials. My students love exploring the light panel during discovery time, building creative structures with the magnetic blocks, strengthening their hands with Play-Doh, and practicing early math skills with the Number Bots.\r\n\r\nThese hands-on materials help my students learn through play, exploration, and collaboration. They are developing important skills such as problem-solving, creativity, fine motor development, and early math understanding.\r\n\r\nYou have helped create a classroom environment where learning is joyful and engaging.\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for believing in our classroom and helping us grow, explore, and learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768933289256,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-calm-hearts-and-brig/10036746/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning, Calm Hearts, and Bright Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10385375"},{"teacherId":10385375,"projectId":9960847,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Pre-K classroom. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for my students and their learning experience.When the materials arrived, my students were full of excitement and curiosity. Seeing their smiles and hearing their excitement as they discovered each new item was a very special moment for our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe magnetic drawing boards have quickly become a favorite during our writing and creativity centers. Many of my students are still developing their fine motor skills, so being able to practice writing and drawing in a fun, low-pressure way helps build their confidence.\r\n\r\nThe Pet Vet Play Set has been wonderful for our dramatic play center. Students enjoy pretending to be veterinarians and caring for the animals. This type of play encourages language development, cooperation, and imagination as they talk to each other about how to help the pets feel better.\r\n\r\nThe Number Pops and Chain Links have helped make math learning hands-on and exciting. Students use them to count, sort, and create number combinations. During small group time, we often use them to practice counting and simple addition while building colorful chains together.\r\n\r\nThe Magnet Movers have been great for our exploration and problem-solving activities. Students love moving them around magnetic surfaces and experimenting with how magnets work. It has sparked many questions and conversations about how things move and connect.\r\n\r\nThe adhesive dots have been very helpful for many different activities. Students use them to create patterns, match letters and numbers, and decorate their work. These small tools have helped strengthen their fine motor skills while making learning more engaging.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue using these materials during our learning centers and small group lessons. As we move forward in the year, students will use these resources to keep developing early math, writing, and problem-solving skills. These hands-on experiences help them feel confident and excited about learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and helping create a classroom full of discovery, creativity, and joyful learning.","fullyFundedDate":1769177269991,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-help-my-little-learners-succeed/9960847/","projectTitle":"Help Me Help My Little Learners Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10385375"},{"teacherId":5635066,"projectId":9627558,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project for my classroom. The students have benefited from the books especially the Social and Emotional Books.\r\n\r\nThe students really connect to the small feelings stuffed faces. After I read them, I have added them to the reading center for the students to continue to read.\r\n\r\nI used these books to teach about Emotions and ways that we can experience the Emotions and how to handle them. I also used the book, I Am Enough to teach how we are all special and unique just the way we are.\r\n\r\nThey enjoy Pete the Cat and the books. It is some of their favorites.\r\n\r\n\r\nThank you again for the donation and support.","fullyFundedDate":1765205114415,"projectUrl":"project/reading-scholars/9627558/","projectTitle":"Reading scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mcdow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5635066"},{"teacherId":8427237,"projectId":9647365,"letterContent":"Our preschoolers and I are so grateful for your generosity and support of our project, \"Speech Tools for Preschool.\"\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our classroom now has engaging tools like mirrors, sound cards, and speech games that make practicing sounds both fun and effective. Each day, I see little faces light up with pride when they can clearly say a new word or sound — moments that wouldn't be possible without your help.\r\n\r\nThese early communication skills are truly the foundation for success in reading, writing, and social confidence. Because of you, my students are gaining not just stronger voices, but stronger self-esteem.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of early language development and for investing in our youngest learners. Your donation is making a lasting impact, one word at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1766353608301,"projectUrl":"project/speech-tools-for-preschool/9647365/","projectTitle":"Speech Tools for Preschool","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Michelle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8427237_orig.jpg?crop=866,866,x8,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661053734362","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8427237"},{"teacherId":9024306,"projectId":9949727,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Help Our Preschoolers Find Their Voice—One Letter at a Time.\" Because of you, our classroom is filled with excitement, confidence, and meaningful learning opportunities.\r\nThanks to your donation, we received a standing magnetic board, magnetic letters, and magnetic boxes that have transformed our writing center. Our students are using the magnetic board to proudly build and explore their own names and their friends' names. For many of our preschoolers, recognizing and forming the letters in their name is a huge milestone—and your support made that possible.\r\nThese materials are helping our students develop early literacy skills, fine motor strength, and a sense of identity as they see their names displayed and celebrated. Most importantly, they are finding their voice through hands-on, joyful learning experiences every single day.\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your kindness and belief in our students. Thank you for investing in their learning and helping them take these important first steps as readers and writers.","fullyFundedDate":1765997917703,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-preschoolers-find-their-voiceo/9949727/","projectTitle":"Help Our Preschoolers Find Their Voice—One Letter at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blalock","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9024306_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683310538380","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9024306"},{"teacherId":9024306,"projectId":9949275,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom! Because of you, my students have already been hard at work creating, learning, and having fun.\r\n\r\nSo far, the children have used the Do-A-Dot markers and cardstock paper to make colorful patterns, strengthening their fine motor skills and creativity. They also loved using the googly eyes to complete our mouse craft—there were lots of smiles and excitement as their projects came to life!\r\n\r\nNext week, we are looking forward to using our watercolor paints to create snowmen, exploring color mixing and artistic expression. We will also be using the letter stickers to write our names on our Valentine's Day bags, helping students practice letter recognition and name writing in a meaningful way.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made these hands-on learning experiences possible, and it truly makes a difference for my students. 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