{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wayside Altamira Academy","outOfStateSupporters":30.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10384231,"projectId":9974073,"letterContent":"Our new sensory table has been such a wonderful addition to our Pre-K classroom! My students were so excited when they first saw it and could not wait to explore. We have been able to use it for hands-on learning experiences where the children can scoop, pour, sort, count, and explore different materials. It has been especially exciting to watch them learn while simply feeling like they are playing!\r\nThe sensory table has also given my students another opportunity to practice important skills such as fine motor development, sharing, taking turns, communicating with their friends, and using their imaginations. As we continue through the school year, I am excited to change out the materials and create new sensory experiences that connect with what we are learning in the classroom. Thank you so much for helping provide my little learners with a resource that we will be able to enjoy and learn from throughout the year!","fullyFundedDate":1774963742592,"projectUrl":"project/little-hands-big-learning/9974073/","projectTitle":"Little Hands, Big Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10384231_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767657093281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10384231"},{"teacherId":9279346,"projectId":9978725,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and for providing my students with such meaningful new classroom resources! Your support has brought excitement, curiosity, and hands-on learning into our classroom in ways that my students are already enjoying.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new materials, they were immediately excited to explore them. The globe especially caught their attention. Students gathered around it, pointing out places they recognized and asking questions about countries, oceans, and how far away different places are from where we live. It quickly became more than just a classroom decoration—it became a tool that sparked conversations and encouraged my students to be curious about the world around them.\r\n\r\nThe math manipulatives have also made a big difference in our classroom. Instead of only seeing math concepts on paper, students can now touch, move, build, and model their thinking. During our math lessons, students have been using the manipulatives to work through problems together and explain how they arrived at their answers. I love seeing students become more confident when they can physically represent a concept that may have seemed difficult at first.\r\n\r\nThe reading games have added another fun and engaging way for students to practice their reading skills. Students are excited to work with their classmates, and they often don't even realize how much they are practicing because they are having so much fun! These games give students opportunities to build vocabulary, strengthen comprehension, and develop confidence as readers.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these resources as part of our everyday learning. Our current lessons will give students opportunities to apply their math skills with the manipulatives, explore geography and make connections using the globe, and strengthen their reading skills through games and collaborative activities. My goal is to continue creating opportunities where students can learn by doing, asking questions, working together, and discovering new ideas.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in my students and our classroom. Your generosity has provided resources that will be used again and again, and your support helps make learning more engaging, meaningful, and exciting for every student. We are so grateful for you!","fullyFundedDate":1773774791039,"projectUrl":"project/grasping-greatness-tools-for-hands-on-l/9978725/","projectTitle":"Grasping Greatness: Tools for Hands-On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9279346_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x615,y184&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753033848404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9279346"},{"teacherId":10377179,"projectId":9965138,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! The new resources have already made a huge difference for my students. They are becoming more confident writers and are excited to write more than just their names. The writing center has quickly become one of their favorite places in the classroom. Students love using the books to create and share their stories with classmates.\r\n\r\nWe are continuing to build writing stamina, storytelling skills, and creativity while also strengthening reading and speaking skills through literacy centers and classroom activities. Unfortunately, the microphone did not work as expected, but all the other resources have been incredibly valuable and appreciated.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our classroom and supporting my students' growth as confident learners!","fullyFundedDate":1769907920551,"projectUrl":"project/tools-that-inspire-to-read/9965138/","projectTitle":"Tools That Inspire to Read","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fuller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10377179_orig.jpg?crop=743,743,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765155743256","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10377179"},{"teacherId":5401085,"projectId":10116927,"letterContent":"The impact of this project has been truly incredible for my students and our classroom. Because of your generosity, we are now able to begin the school year fully prepared with all the supplies our scholars need. Instead of starting the year feeling unprepared or limited, my students are walking into a classroom that is organized, welcoming, and ready for learning. This has already made a huge difference in their confidence and excitement. They feel ready to learn, and as their teacher, I am able to focus on teaching and supporting them rather than worrying about missing materials.\r\nWhen my students first saw the new supplies, their reactions were full of joy and excitement. They were eager to use everything right away, and it created such a positive energy in the classroom. One special moment was during our first writing activity—students immediately grabbed their materials and began working with enthusiasm and independence. Having their own supplies gave them a sense of ownership and pride in their work. It may seem simple, but these resources helped turn hesitation into confidence and made every student feel included and ready to participate.\r\nLooking ahead, these materials will continue to support meaningful learning experiences in our classroom. We are currently working on writing and illustration projects where students are creating their own books, and these supplies are allowing them to fully engage in the process. Our next steps include expanding these projects, incorporating more hands-on activities, and encouraging collaboration among students. Because of your support, my scholars are not just prepared—they are inspired and excited for what's ahead. Thank you for making such a lasting impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1774963825583,"projectUrl":"project/everyday-essentials-for-little-learners/10116927/","projectTitle":"Everyday Essentials for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palacios","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5401085_orig.jpg?crop=1261,1261,x455,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723778617097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5401085"},{"teacherId":10384231,"projectId":9958825,"letterContent":"Our sensory table has become one of the most meaningful parts of our classroom each day. My scholars look forward to it, and it naturally draws them in to explore, create, and learn through hands-on experiences. Each week, we introduce something new inside the table, which keeps their curiosity alive and gives them something exciting to discover.\r\n\r\nThrough sensory play, my students are building important skills without even realizing it. They are strengthening their fine motor skills as they scoop, pour, and manipulate different materials. They are developing language by talking with their peers about what they see and feel. It also supports social skills like sharing, taking turns, and working together.\r\n\r\nFor many of my students, especially those who need extra support, the sensory table provides a calming and engaging space where they can regulate their emotions and stay focused. It allows them to learn in a way that feels natural and enjoyable.\r\n\r\nSeeing their excitement, creativity, and growth during sensory time truly shows how impactful this resource is in our classroom. It is more than just play, it is meaningful learning happening every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1765829462736,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-play-for-growing-minds/9958825/","projectTitle":"Sensory Play for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gonzales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10384231_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767657093281","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10384231"},{"teacherId":9279346,"projectId":9957647,"letterContent":"The addition of cleaning wipes and classroom snacks has profoundly shifted the daily rhythm of our classroom, creating a more focused and healthy environment for my students. With the snacks, we have been able to eliminate the distraction of hunger, particularly during our mid-morning transition when energy levels typically dip. The cleaning wipes have become a staple of our \"end-of-day reset,\" where students take pride in maintaining their personal workspaces. A standout moment occurred last week during a hands-on science experiment; usually, the post-activity cleanup is a chaotic scramble, but having wipes readily available allowed the students to efficiently transition back to their desks, keeping our shared space hygienic and ready for the next lesson without skipping a beat.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the boxes of snacks and supplies arrive, the room was filled with cheers and excitement. Many of them were amazed that people they had never met would care enough to send these specific items to our room. This boost in morale has carried over into our current social studies unit, where we are exploring the concept of community support and prosocial behavior. We are also moving into a lesson on environmental health, using our new cleaning habits as a practical example of how individual actions contribute to the well-being of the entire group.","fullyFundedDate":1767024817957,"projectUrl":"project/wiping-away-germs-and-fueling-little-lea/9957647/","projectTitle":"Wiping Away Germs and Fueling Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nelson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9279346_orig.jpg?crop=576,576,x615,y184&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753033848404","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9279346"},{"teacherId":10386877,"projectId":9963452,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for believing in and supporting our classroom project. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our students' learning experience.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, students now have access to high-quality materials that they truly value and take pride in using. We've already seen incredible growth—students are composing complete sentences in English using correct grammar, editing their work thoughtfully with red pencils, and showing noticeable improvement in their penmanship.\r\n\r\nEven more exciting is the confidence and motivation your support has sparked. The students were thrilled to learn that you made this possible, and they especially loved hearing your message to them. That encouragement has carried over into their work—they are now writing stronger essays and providing more thoughtful, constructive responses on benchmark assessments.\r\n\r\nOur students continue to grow as writers, learning how to craft more complex sentences and express their ideas with clarity and detail. Your support has truly helped inspire this progress.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and their future. Your kindness is making a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1766530098676,"projectUrl":"project/the-writing-gift-helping-students-find/9963452/","projectTitle":"The Writing Gift: Helping Students Find Their Voice in English","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10386877"},{"teacherId":10385716,"projectId":9961373,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students have been able to use these new materials in a variety of engaging math activities that build their understanding in meaningful ways. One class favorite has been our \"Mystery Number\" game, where I build a number on the board using place value blocks and students race to write it down correctly. To keep them thinking deeply, I often represent numbers in unconventional ways, which challenges them to truly understand how numbers are composed rather than just memorizing patterns. Because of these hands-on experiences, I've already seen noticeable growth—especially in how confidently and accurately students are answering place value questions on assessments.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials were first introduced, the excitement was immediate. Students were eager to explore and couldn't wait to use them during lessons. One student even shared that using these materials is his favorite part of the day and said he needed to put \"extra special effort\" into his thank-you note because of how much they mean to him. Moments like that truly highlight the impact of your support—not just academically, but in helping students feel joyful and motivated to learn.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we'll continue building on these skills by applying place value understanding to more complex problem-solving and real-world math situations. Students will use these materials to explain their thinking, justify their answers, and collaborate with peers on new challenges. Your support has created a strong foundation, and we're excited to keep growing from here!","fullyFundedDate":1766855437393,"projectUrl":"project/2nd-grade-place-value-paradise/9961373/","projectTitle":"2nd Grade Place Value Paradise","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ventimiglia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10385716_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765855591718","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msventimiglia"},{"teacherId":10377179,"projectId":9948592,"letterContent":"Our classroom truly came to life with these new materials. The first day I set up the sand and water table with the colored rice and sand, my students' faces lit up. They immediately reached in, smiling, describing the colors in Spanish and English, and working together to scoop, pour, and fill. It has become a beautiful space for language growth, cooperation, and pure joy.\r\n\r\nThe community helper dress-up clothes were an instant favorite. Students couldn't wait to become firefighters, doctors, and construction workers. Even my quieter students found their voice during pretend play. Pairing the dress-up area with the car rug has helped them connect helpers to real places in our community, making learning feel real and meaningful.\r\n\r\nThese materials are not just centers — they are helping my students build vocabulary, confidence, and a love for learning. We are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1765910482380,"projectUrl":"project/prek-4-need-to-learn-by-playing/9948592/","projectTitle":"Prek 4 Need to Learn by Playing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fuller","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10377179_orig.jpg?crop=743,743,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765155743256","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10377179"},{"teacherId":5401085,"projectId":9947110,"letterContent":"The materials from this project have made a strong impact on my students' learning by creating engaging and durable centers where scholars can explore and practice new skills. Because of these resources, I have been able to offer more hands-on activities that support independence, problem-solving, and confidence in learning. Our scholars are more excited and focused during center time, especially as they work on letters, numbers, and STEM activities. I am very grateful to The Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation for helping us provide meaningful learning experiences in our classroom and supporting our young learners each day.","fullyFundedDate":1765340860185,"projectUrl":"project/early-engineers/9947110/","projectTitle":"Early Engineers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palacios","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5401085_orig.jpg?crop=1261,1261,x455,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723778617097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5401085"},{"teacherId":5401085,"projectId":9937943,"letterContent":"The new supplies have made a wonderful impact in our classroom. The scholars were very excited to explore the wooden magnetic house and work together while building and learning. It encouraged creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. The headphones have also been very helpful during listening activities, allowing students to focus and enjoy stories and lessons at their own pace. These materials support hands-on learning and help our scholars stay engaged and excited about learning every day.","fullyFundedDate":1764910069106,"projectUrl":"project/stem-tools-for-curious-pre-k-learners/9937943/","projectTitle":"STEM Tools for Curious Pre-K Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Palacios","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5401085_orig.jpg?crop=1261,1261,x455,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723778617097","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5401085"},{"teacherId":5401085,"projectId":9472227,"letterContent":"It has been wonderful having a new carpet in our classroom! The scholars were so excited when they first saw it and quickly began taking great care of it. Each child now has a special spot, helping them feel included and part of our class community. The carpet has improved focus during lessons, circle time, and read-alouds. Thank you for helping create a welcoming space where our scholars can learn, connect, grow together every day, and feel proud of our classroom. 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