{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lincoln Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":32.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10048653,"projectId":10141950,"letterContent":"The day my students found out about this project being funded they were ecstatic! They love reading and all I wanted was to curate a library to their interests to keep that love strong. With your donations my library has grown so much and the students are eating up those books as fast as they can. They have especially enjoyed the Wings of Fire books and the illustrated Harry Potter books. \r\nBooks are such an important part of a classroom and they can spark so much creativity and imagination in students, so being able to provide a fully stocked library with diverse choices is one of my favorite parts of being a teacher. It has been so fun to watch them discover a whole new series they've never thought about, or to reread a beloved one with fresh eyes.\r\nThank you again so much, we are truly so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1773840560969,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-better-library/10141950/","projectTitle":"Building a Better Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ruhnke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10048653_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y617&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748989568112","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ruhnke"},{"teacherId":4765219,"projectId":8307853,"letterContent":"I teach at a Title I school where students don't always have access to the same opportunities as other children. Many have never even been to a mini-golf course, but thanks to your generous donation, all my students now have the chance to make a hole-in-one! In addition to practicing their putting, learning to use a long-handled implement helps them improve skills for other sports, such as indoor hockey and T-ball. Thank you for enriching the lives of my students—they love playing mini-golf. You're AMAZING!","fullyFundedDate":1715330549277,"projectUrl":"project/fish-tank/8307853/","projectTitle":"Fish Tank","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Garrett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4765219_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1516140437228","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4765219"},{"teacherId":10343370,"projectId":9927075,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are actively using the new folders, notebooks, clipboards, whiteboard erasers, engaging games, and our calm corner every day in meaningful ways. One specific moment that stands out is during a recent small-group math rotation. Students used their clipboards to move between stations, whiteboard erasers for quick problem-solving practice, and games to reinforce skills in a way that felt fun and collaborative. The structure and organization these materials provide have helped students stay more focused and independent during transitions and group work.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were immediately excited. Many of them went straight to the new supplies, flipping through notebooks, organizing their folders, and asking when they could use the games. The calm corner also drew quiet curiosity, and students quickly began discussing how it could help them when they need a break or a moment to reset.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue building routines around these resources. Students will use their materials daily to track learning goals, participate in interactive lessons, and reflect on their progress. We will also continue teaching and practicing how to use the calm corner intentionally as part of our social-emotional learning work, helping students recognize their emotions and choose strategies that support their learning. These tools are already helping create a more organized, engaged, and supportive classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1764356307120,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-a-thriving-5th-grade-classroom/9927075/","projectTitle":"Tools for a Thriving 5th Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10343370"},{"teacherId":10343370,"projectId":9897648,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are already benefiting from the new bean bag chairs and SEL resources in our classroom. We have been using the bean bags during independent reading time and calm-down moments, and they have quickly become a favorite spot for students. One of the first days we used them, several students immediately made their way to the bean bags, smiling and saying how comfortable and \"cozy\" they felt while reading. It created such a calm and welcoming atmosphere that even my more hesitant readers were eager to settle in with a book.\r\n\r\nThe SEL materials have also been a meaningful addition to our daily routine. We are using them during morning meetings and reflection time to help students name their feelings, practice empathy, and build stronger relationships with one another. Students were excited when they first saw the materials and were eager to explore how they could use them to express themselves and connect with classmates.\r\n\r\nNext, we will continue using these resources to strengthen our classroom community and support students in developing both academic and social-emotional skills. During our reading and writing blocks, students will continue using the bean bags as a choice seating option, while we integrate SEL discussions into literature conversations and peer collaboration. These resources are already helping create a classroom where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1764686681297,"projectUrl":"project/helping-5th-graders-reset-refocus-and/9897648/","projectTitle":"Helping 5th Graders Reset, Refocus, and Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Harvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10343370"},{"teacherId":7136662,"projectId":5846591,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of this project. Your kindness helps create a safe, welcoming, and organized classroom environment where my students can feel confident, supported, and excited about learning each day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, I am able to provide a well-organized classroom library, along with bookshelves, bins, and engaging materials that will make reading more accessible and enjoyable for all students. These resources will help foster a love of reading and give students easy access to books that match their interests and needs.\r\n\r\nYour support also helps provide positive incentives that encourage students to stay engaged, try their best, and take pride in their learning. These small rewards play a big role in building motivation and helping students feel successful as they grow academically and personally.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your generosity and belief in my students. Your support helps create a classroom where every child feels valued, capable, and excited to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1632418978368,"projectUrl":"project/keep-on-reading/5846591/","projectTitle":"Keep on Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7136662"},{"teacherId":7136662,"projectId":9284240,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Stocking Up for Super Scholars.\" Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, ensuring that our students have the supplies and resources they need to learn, grow, and succeed.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is better equipped to support creativity, confidence, and academic achievement. Having these materials on hand allows students to stay focused, feel prepared, and fully engage in their learning every day.\r\n\r\nYour support goes beyond providing supplies—you are helping build a positive and encouraging environment where our students can truly thrive. We are so grateful for your kindness and for believing in our Super Scholars.","fullyFundedDate":1746445279473,"projectUrl":"project/stocking-up-for-super-scholars/9284240/","projectTitle":"Stocking Up for Super Scholars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7136662"},{"teacherId":7136662,"projectId":9284157,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generosity and support in helping us celebrate our students' success. Because of your contributions through DonorsChoose, we were able to recognize their hard work, growth, and achievements in a meaningful way.\r\n\r\nYour kindness does more than provide resources—it inspires confidence, builds community, and shows our students that there are people who truly believe in them. Moments like these leave a lasting impact, reminding them that their efforts matter and that their accomplishments are worth celebrating.\r\n\r\nThank you for being an essential part of our classroom and for making a difference in the lives of my students. Your support helps create an environment where they feel valued, motivated, and excited to keep learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746445337719,"projectUrl":"project/capping-off-with-champions/9284157/","projectTitle":"Capping Off With Champions","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7136662"},{"teacherId":7135126,"projectId":9770127,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support in donating to my project \"Classroom Success Through Collaboration\". Collaboration has increased immensely in math through the use of vertical whiteboards; students solve addition and subtraction problems together for example. They talk through the problems and discuss changes that may need to be made or figure out how to solve an equation. Vertical whiteboards have also been amazing for writing practice; students work together to create sentences as they are learning the basic concepts of sentence structure. \r\nMarkers, paper, and stickers have been used for projects in reading and writing. My students have enjoyed working together and becoming better learners through collaboration! \r\nThank you for giving my students the needed materials for this to happen. It is with much gratitude and appreciation that this message is being sent! Thank you for your kindness and thoughtfulness; my class has been thrilled with the materials from this project. Almost on a daily basis, I will have a student ask if we are going to use vertical whiteboards; they love using them! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1769178065697,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-success-through-collaboration/9770127/","projectTitle":"Classroom Success Through Collaboration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Reichow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7135126_orig.jpg?crop=1094,1094,x837,y663&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628458350276","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7135126"},{"teacherId":10048653,"projectId":9964275,"letterContent":"Watching my students use these vertical whiteboards during math has been so amazing. I have loved seeing them problem solve together and work through productive struggle until they get to a solution. Not to mention, it has increased their thoughtfulness in their answers and explanations, and it has created a safe space for them to teach each other. \r\nI had the pleasure of watching other schools implement this tool as well and it inspired me to make this project and it has been a guide for how I use them. I have had such an incredible time watching their math understanding grow and their teamwork too. After students solve we go and watch one team explain their thinking and what they did to the class, and it is so awesome to hear their minds working and to see them making amazing connections.\r\nThank you!!","fullyFundedDate":1769178068672,"projectUrl":"project/straight-up-solving/9964275/","projectTitle":"Straight Up Solving","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ruhnke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10048653_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y617&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1748989568112","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-ruhnke"},{"teacherId":7134877,"projectId":9935222,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kind and generous donation to our \"Fun Friday Supplies\" project. We have loved using our new sketchbooks, smelly pencils, crayons, and smelly stickers for our Friday afternoon breaks. When the students first saw the materials, their eyes lit up—especially when they realized the pencils and stickers actually had scents! \r\n\r\nWe use these resources to unwind after a week of hard work. It was fun seeing a group of students sitting together, comparing the different \"smelly\" scents while drawing in their new sketchbooks. It has provided a wonderful outlet for their creativity and a much-needed mental break. Thank you for making our Fridays so much brighter!","fullyFundedDate":1764694807354,"projectUrl":"project/fun-friday-supplies/9935222/","projectTitle":"Fun Friday Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Braithwaite","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7134877_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1689086001882","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7134877"},{"teacherId":7135861,"projectId":9599392,"letterContent":"My first-grade students deserve meaningful, joyful experiences both in the classroom and during recess. As active learners, they thrive when they have access to equipment that encourages physical movement, cooperative play, and positive social interaction. These experiences are essential for building communication skills, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nA variety of classroom toys and activities also play a vital role in students' emotional and academic development. Some resources spark excitement and creativity, while others provide calming opportunities that help students regulate emotions, reset their focus, and reengage with learning. Meeting both needs supports the whole child and creates a balanced learning environment.\r\n\r\nWith the support of this grant, I will provide equitable access to high-quality materials that enrich instruction, promote well-being, and foster a positive, inclusive classroom where every child has the opportunity to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.","fullyFundedDate":1755689049280,"projectUrl":"project/having-fun-in-first-grade/9599392/","projectTitle":"Having Fun in First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Doolan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7135861_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x772,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1582924079757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7135861"},{"teacherId":7135861,"projectId":9297847,"letterContent":"Thank you for making this project possible and for investing in my students' learning experience. Your support will provide high-quality headphones, storage bags to keep them organized and protected, and laminating pouches to create durable, reusable learning materials. Together, these resources will help maintain a clean, efficient classroom environment while maximizing instructional time.\r\n\r\nThe new and improved headphones will make a meaningful difference during independent Chromebook work. In our classroom, students regularly use online learning platforms for personalized instruction in reading, math, and other core subjects. Reliable, comfortable headphones allow them to stay focused, block out distractions, and fully engage with their lessons.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students can learn with confidence, independence, and comfort. These tools support not just daily instruction, but long-term success by creating an environment where students are prepared, organized, and ready to learn. 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