{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"North Early Learning Center","outOfStateSupporters":28.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9776937,"projectId":10068496,"letterContent":"Watching my students experience the joy of Easter while actively learning and engaging in meaningful activities was truly one of the most rewarding moments of the school year. The classroom was filled with excitement, laughter, and curiosity as the children explored a variety of hands-on experiences designed to make learning both fun and memorable. From colorful sorting activities to creative projects, each moment reflected not only the spirit of the holiday but also the power of interactive learning.\r\n\r\nOne of the highlights of our celebration was watching the students confidently sort eggs by color, size, and even patterns. What may have looked like simple play was actually an opportunity for them to strengthen important cognitive and problem-solving skills. They worked together, asked questions, and proudly shared their discoveries with one another. It was incredible to see how naturally learning unfolded when it was paired with joy and engagement. Activities like these allowed each child to participate at their own level while still feeling successful and included.\r\n\r\nIn addition to sorting, the students participated in a variety of hands-on stations that encouraged creativity and collaboration. Whether they were decorating, building, or exploring sensory materials, their enthusiasm never faded. Their smiles, laughter, and eagerness to participate were a clear reminder of how impactful these experiences are at such an early stage in their development. These moments go beyond academics—they help build confidence, social skills, and a genuine love for learning.\r\n\r\nWhat made this celebration even more special was knowing that it was made possible through the generosity and support of donors. Because of their kindness, my students were able to enjoy high-quality materials, engaging activities, and a festive environment that they may not otherwise have had the opportunity to experience. Their contributions did not just provide supplies—they created memories, sparked curiosity, and brought so much happiness into our classroom.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful for the donors who chose to invest in my students and their learning experiences. Their support made it possible to turn an ordinary day into something truly extraordinary. The impact of their generosity was visible in every smile, every moment of excitement, and every new skill learned throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThis Easter celebration was not just about fun—it was about meaningful learning, connection, and joy. It served as a powerful reminder of how important it is to create engaging opportunities for young learners and how much of a difference a supportive community can make. I will always cherish the memory of watching my students laugh, learn, and grow together, and I am deeply thankful to those who helped make it all possible.","fullyFundedDate":1774963849920,"projectUrl":"project/easter-fun/10068496/","projectTitle":"Easter Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hardin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9776937_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777298539304","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9776937"},{"teacherId":8408869,"projectId":10021445,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredibly thoughtful donation of educational materials and snacks for our preschool students to take home over the summer. Your generosity is making a meaningful difference in the lives of our children and their families, and we are truly grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, summer can be a time when access to learning opportunities and consistent nutrition becomes more limited. Because of your kindness, our children will head into the summer months with tools that help them continue learning, growing, and thriving even when they are not in the classroom. The educational materials you provided will encourage creativity, reinforce important early skills, and keep young minds engaged. Whether they are practicing letters, exploring numbers, or simply enjoying hands-on activities, these resources help bridge the gap between school years.","fullyFundedDate":1774963782980,"projectUrl":"project/summer-fun-to-fuel-brains-and-bodies/10021445/","projectTitle":"Summer Fun to Fuel Brains and Bodies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jena Istre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8408869_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x256,y137&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683146829708","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jena-istre"},{"teacherId":8408869,"projectId":10151722,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your thoughtful and meaningful donation of books to our preschool Head Start classroom. Your generosity has made an immediate and lasting impact on our students, and we are truly grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nIn early childhood, books are more than just stories—they are the foundation for language, imagination, and a lifelong love of learning. Many of our students come from homes with limited access to books, so having a rich classroom library is incredibly important. Because of your donation, our children now have the opportunity to explore colorful pictures, engaging characters, and new ideas every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1773846081886,"projectUrl":"project/opening-books-opening-minds/10151722/","projectTitle":"Opening Books, Opening Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jena Istre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8408869_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x256,y137&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683146829708","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jena-istre"},{"teacherId":8408869,"projectId":9749544,"letterContent":"On behalf of our preschool classroom, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for the wonderful holiday items and snacks you generously provided for our students. Your kindness and thoughtfulness made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are so grateful for the support you have shown to our children and our school community.\r\n\r\nThe holiday season is always a special time in preschool. It is a time filled with excitement, learning, and moments of joy as children experience traditions, celebrations, and the spirit of giving. Because of your generosity, our classroom was able to enjoy special holiday treats, fun snacks, and festive items that helped make this season even more memorable for our young learners.\r\n\r\nFor many preschool children, the classroom is a place where they experience some of their first holiday traditions outside of their families. The snacks and items you donated helped us create a warm, cheerful environment where the children could celebrate together. They were thrilled to enjoy the treats you provided, and the smiles and excitement on their faces showed just how much it meant to them.","fullyFundedDate":1764710820584,"projectUrl":"project/holiday-warmth-and-fun/9749544/","projectTitle":"Holiday Warmth and Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jena Istre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8408869_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x256,y137&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683146829708","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jena-istre"},{"teacherId":9059300,"projectId":9684135,"letterContent":"My students have been overjoyed and surprised by the snacks that are now available in our classroom. They are enjoying having a break and enjoying a snack between work.\r\n\r\nThe new available snacks have helped the students have a defined break and they look forward to them. My students will ask when they are hung for something and they now know that there is bridge to help them till lunch or in the afternoon.\r\n\r\nWhat a special thing to support 3&4 year old by helping to keep the em from being hungry at school. By the students knowing this option is available it helps them to focus on the classwork and takes out an element of worry.\r\n\r\nThank you all for supporting this classroom and making a difference","fullyFundedDate":1764707888286,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack-for-ecse-classroom/9684135/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack for ECSE Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amber","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9059300_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757013947736","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9059300"},{"teacherId":8495444,"projectId":9712163,"letterContent":"What a wonderful donation. My students have enjoyed the snacks. They loved the variety that has been added to our snack bin, which was running low. We are verg appreciative of everything that has been given. The christmas supplies will be used to impact my students next year, as there was a delay and I was noy able to get to them in time. I love donors choose and I am so grateful for the program, however without donors like you teachers would either go without supplies or have to pay for them out of pocket. Thank you for every cent you have donated to teachers like me.","fullyFundedDate":1765964366240,"projectUrl":"project/happy-holidays/9712163/","projectTitle":"Happy Holidays","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Noe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8495444_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733402181470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8495444"},{"teacherId":9776937,"projectId":9486573,"letterContent":"The DonorsChoose project \"What a Great Year Ahead\" has already made a powerful and meaningful impact on my students, and its benefits are visible every single day in our classroom. Thanks to the generosity of donors, my students are beginning this school year with greater comfort, confidence, and readiness to learn. The fueling snacks, clean undergarments, and classroom refrigerator may seem like simple items, but together they have transformed the daily experiences of my students in deeply important ways.\r\nOne of the most immediate and noticeable impacts has come from the fueling snacks. Many of my students arrive at school hungry or unsure of when they will eat next. Having consistent access to nutritious snacks has helped students stay focused, energized, and engaged throughout the day. Instead of worrying about hunger, students are better able to participate in lessons, collaborate with peers, and persist through challenging tasks. I have seen improved attention, fewer behavioral disruptions, and a more positive classroom atmosphere overall. When students' basic needs are met, they are truly able to thrive academically and emotionally.\r\nThe availability of clean undergarments has also had a profound effect on students' dignity and self-confidence. For some students, access to clean clothing is not guaranteed, and this can create anxiety, embarrassment, or distraction during the school day. Providing these essential items ensures that students feel comfortable, secure, and respected. I have observed students becoming more relaxed and confident, knowing their needs will be met discreetly and without judgment. This sense of safety and care strengthens trust between students and the classroom community, allowing them to focus fully on learning.\r\nThe addition of a refrigerator to keep lunches cold has further supported students' well-being. Many students bring lunches from home that need refrigeration to remain safe and appetizing. Before this project, some students avoided bringing certain foods or skipped parts of their lunches altogether. Now, students are able to enjoy full, nutritious meals, which contributes to better energy levels and overall health. The refrigerator has also reinforced lessons about responsibility and self-care, as students take pride in storing and retrieving their lunches properly.\r\nTogether, these resources have helped create a classroom environment where students feel cared for, supported, and valued. \"What a Great Year Ahead\" has lived up to its name by addressing essential needs that directly impact learning and well-being. Because of this project, my students are starting the year on stronger footing, ready to grow academically and emotionally. I am deeply grateful to the donors who made this possible—their kindness is shaping brighter days and brighter futures for my students.","fullyFundedDate":1755731568465,"projectUrl":"project/what-a-great-year-ahead/9486573/","projectTitle":"What a Great Year Ahead","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hardin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9776937_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777298539304","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9776937"},{"teacherId":8495444,"projectId":9396843,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for sponsoring the supplies for my classroom. Your generosity has made a tremendous and immediate difference for my students, and I am so grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment my students saw the new materials, their excitement was unmistakable. They rushed over with wide eyes, pointing out books they recognized and discovering new ones they had never seen before. For many of my students, this was the first time they had ever experienced a classroom library that felt this special and organized. Their reactions reminded me how powerful these resources can be when placed in the hands of young learners who are eager to explore.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest impacts has been on our classroom job system. We have a job called \"Librarian,\" and it has always been somewhat popular, but since the arrival of our new supplies, it has skyrocketed to being one of the most coveted roles in the classroom. When children are able to find books that speak to their interests, it reignites that special spark that makes early reading experiences so magical. Your support directly contributed to that spark returning for many of my students.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has done more than simply provide materials—you have helped shape meaningful moments in my students' school day. You have helped them find joy in reading and pride in taking care of their classroom. Thank you for helping us create a joyful and inspiring learning environment. Your kindness is felt every single day, and we appreciate you more than words can express.","fullyFundedDate":1758784647932,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-readers-and-writers-thro/9396843/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Readers and Writers Through Fun Centers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Noe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8495444_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733402181470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8495444"},{"teacherId":8495444,"projectId":9396820,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for sponsoring the manipulatives for my Pre-K classroom. Your generosity has already made a meaningful and visible difference in how my young learners explore, play, and understand new concepts. In early childhood education, hands-on learning is not just helpful—it is essential. Because of your support, my students now have access to materials that help them develop foundational skills in a way that feels natural, engaging, and developmentally appropriate.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in the room when the manipulatives arrived was unforgettable. Pre-K children are naturally curious, and these materials instantly captured their interest. They gathered around the table with bright eyes and eager hands, ready to build, sort, count, and discover. For my students, manipulatives are not simply classroom tools—they are bridges that connect their playful imagination to the academic skills they are beginning to develop.\r\n\r\nOne of the most powerful changes I've seen is the increase in confidence among students who normally struggle during whole-group lessons. Pre-K learners thrive when they can touch, move, and physically interact with what they're learning. When children are able to experiment with counting bears, linking cubes, pattern blocks, stacking shapes, or sensory items, they gain a deeper understanding that goes far beyond what they could achieve through listening alone. Hands-on materials make learning feel safe and accessible for every child, including those who need extra support or who are still building language skills.\r\n\r\nThe manipulatives have also strengthened communication and social-emotional learning in a beautiful and natural way. During center time, children work together as they sort objects, build structures, create patterns, or solve small problems as a team. They practice taking turns, sharing materials, listening to each other's ideas, and offering help when someone needs it. These interactions build empathy, patience, cooperation, and confidence—skills that are just as important as academic growth in Pre-K.\r\n\r\nAcademically, the manipulatives you provided support a wide range of early learning standards. We use sorting counters to learn colors, shapes, and categories. We use linking cubes to explore counting, comparing, and simple addition. We use pattern blocks to learn about geometry and repetition. We use building pieces and fine-motor tools to strengthen hand muscles for writing. We use sensory materials to support self-regulation and calm bodies during transitions. Each item you helped provide plays an important role in preparing students for kindergarten and beyond.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest joys has been watching students who typically avoid challenges suddenly become deeply engaged in tasks that once felt overwhelming. The ability to physically manipulate objects allows them to test ideas without fear of making mistakes. They can try something new, rebuild when something falls apart, and celebrate their discoveries. These manipulatives empower them to learn at their own pace and in their own way—something that is crucial during the Pre-K years.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, our classroom feels more interactive, joyful, and child-centered. My students walk into the room every morning asking what they will get to build or explore that day. Their excitement for learning has grown tremendously, and I know that these early experiences will shape their approach to school for years to come. You have given them tools that will help strengthen their fine-motor skills, problem-solving abilities, early math understanding, and overall love for learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the importance of early childhood education and for investing in my students during such a crucial stage of their development. Your support has created countless opportunities for exploration, curiosity, and hands-on discovery. These materials will continue to be used daily and will benefit many future Pre-K learners who walk into this classroom. We are truly grateful for your kindness, your generosity, and your commitment to helping children learn in the most meaningful way possible.","fullyFundedDate":1758784650222,"projectUrl":"project/build-play-learn-hands-on-centers-for/9396820/","projectTitle":"Build, Play, Learn: Hands-On Centers for Growing Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Noe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8495444_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733402181470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8495444"},{"teacherId":8495444,"projectId":9396871,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for helping bring these new resources into our classroom! My students were absolutely thrilled when they first saw them. Their faces lit up with excitement and curiosity, and the room was instantly buzzing with energy.\r\n\r\nWe've already begun using the materials in our daily lessons. For example, during our recent [insert project or lesson — e.g., \"science exploration week,\" \"literacy centers,\" or \"STEM challenges\"], students were able to [describe what they did — e.g., \"build and test their own mini bridges,\" \"create storybooks with new art supplies,\" or \"practice reading with engaging hands-on tools\"]. It was incredible to watch them collaborate, problem-solve, and take pride in their work.\r\n\r\nThese new resources have not only made learning more engaging but have also boosted confidence and independence in my students. Our next steps are to continue building on these skills — [e.g., \"we'll be diving into a new unit where students will use these tools to create their own projects\" or \"we'll continue rotating through centers so each student can explore the materials in their own way\"].\r\n\r\nThank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom. Your generosity has truly inspired my students — and me!","fullyFundedDate":1750256165803,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-hands-on-tools-for-learning-ca/9396871/","projectTitle":"Engaging Hands-On Tools for Learning, Calm, and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Noe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8495444_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733402181470","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8495444"},{"teacherId":8408869,"projectId":9602514,"letterContent":"Your generous snack donations have had a lasting impact on our preschool classroom! With access to healthy snacks, our young learners are more focused, energized, and ready to engage in daily activities. These snacks not only nourish their growing bodies but also help build routines that support lifelong healthy habits. Your kindness brings comfort, joy, and a sense of security to our students. It also shows them the power of generosity and community care. You've helped create a warm, supportive environment where children can thrive, learn, and feel valued every day.","fullyFundedDate":1755731567957,"projectUrl":"project/nutritious-snacks-to-fuel-hungry-brains/9602514/","projectTitle":"Nutritious Snacks to Fuel Hungry Brains","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jena Istre","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8408869_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x256,y137&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683146829708","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jena-istre"},{"teacherId":2957833,"projectId":8853491,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our class with new outdoor toys like balls, soccer nets, hula hoops, and other fun equipment! These resources have turned recess and outdoor learning into even more exciting opportunities for play, teamwork, and exercise. One of my favorite moments was watching a group of students organize their very own soccer game, cheering each other on and working together. The new toys have created a sense of joy and community every time we go outside.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the equipment, their faces lit up with excitement. Many ran straight to the soccer nets to start a game, while others grabbed hula hoops and jump ropes to challenge their friends. The playground quickly filled with laughter and energy, and it was amazing to see how much the students valued having choices in how they could play and move.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has given my students more than just toys—it has given them opportunities to build friendships, learn teamwork, and stay active in a healthy way. We will continue to use these resources for structured activities as well as free play, and I know they will bring joy to my students for a long time to come. 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