{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Odyssey Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9530553,"projectId":9210935,"letterContent":"I cannot overstate my excitement about having a fully stocked classroom thanks to this generous DonorsChoose project. Walking into my room next year, my shelves will be filled with materials, my storage organized, and I'll be able to say yes when students need something instead of rationing supplies. This abundance will be transformative—it removes barriers to learning and lets me focus entirely on teaching rather than stretching my budget thin.\r\n\r\nWhat excites me most is knowing my students will benefit from day one. They'll have access to the resources they need to take risks, collaborate, and engage deeply in their learning. 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This abundance will be transformative—it removes barriers to learning and lets me focus entirely on teaching rather than stretching my budget thin.\r\n\r\nWhat excites me most is knowing my students will benefit from day one. They'll have access to the resources they need to take risks, collaborate, and engage deeply in their learning. I'm so grateful to our donors for believing in our classroom and setting us up for success next year.","fullyFundedDate":1726670792530,"projectUrl":"project/fall-needs/8736497/","projectTitle":"Fall Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Iacobazzi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9530553_orig.jpg?crop=3169,3169,x0,y242&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715026860739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9530553"},{"teacherId":9530553,"projectId":10254800,"letterContent":"I cannot overstate my excitement about having a fully stocked classroom thanks to this generous DonorsChoose project. Walking into my room next year, my shelves will be filled with materials, my storage organized, and I'll be able to say yes when students need something instead of rationing supplies. This abundance will be transformative—it removes barriers to learning and lets me focus entirely on teaching rather than stretching my budget thin.\r\n\r\nWhat excites me most is knowing my students will benefit from day one. They'll have access to the resources they need to take risks, collaborate, and engage deeply in their learning. I'm so grateful to our donors for believing in our classroom and setting us up for success next year.","fullyFundedDate":1778004126275,"projectUrl":"project/26-27-classroom-reset-p2/10254800/","projectTitle":"26-27 Classroom Reset p.2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Iacobazzi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9530553_orig.jpg?crop=3169,3169,x0,y242&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715026860739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9530553"},{"teacherId":9530553,"projectId":10254678,"letterContent":"I cannot overstate my excitement about having a fully stocked classroom thanks to this generous DonorsChoose project. Walking into my classroom next fall will feel different. My shelves are filled with materials, my storage is organized, and I can actually say yes when a student needs something instead of rationing supplies.\r\n\r\nWhat strikes me most is how this investment removes barriers to learning. Students aren't distracted by thinking about whether there are enough materials to go around. They're focused on the actual work—the thinking, creating, and problem-solving. I've noticed my struggling learners are more willing to participate in hands-on activities because the materials are accessible and plentiful. This project has given me back something invaluable: the ability to focus entirely on teaching and supporting my students' growth, rather than worrying about making supplies last. I'm so grateful to our donors for believing in our classroom and making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1778038019636,"projectUrl":"project/26-27-reset/10254678/","projectTitle":"26-27 Reset","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Iacobazzi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9530553_orig.jpg?crop=3169,3169,x0,y242&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1715026860739","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9530553"},{"teacherId":9637714,"projectId":9927692,"letterContent":"Your donation of sticky notes, rewards, and tissues arrived at exactly the right time mid-year, when we needed a refresh! The sticky notes have become our classroom's communication backbone: students use them for peer feedback, I use them for quick encouragement notes, and they've sparked creative problem-solving during group work. The rewards are fueling our motivation, and the tissues? They're a practical lifeline we genuinely appreciate.\r\n\r\nA Real Classroom Moment: A shy student left a sticky note on another classmate's desk saying, \"Your idea was really smart today.\" That simple exchange, made possible by your supplies, created a connection I might not have witnessed otherwise. Your donation enabled that kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1764688122126,"projectUrl":"project/mid-year-refresh/9927692/","projectTitle":"Mid-Year Refresh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carolina Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9637714"},{"teacherId":9637714,"projectId":9511699,"letterContent":"our contribution arrived at the perfect moment! The birthday pencils, erasers, and stickers have become essential tools in our classroom community. We've integrated them into our daily work, students use the special pencils for their \"best effort\" assignments, and the stickers serve as meaningful rewards for growth and persistence, not just completion.\r\n\r\nA Specific Moment: Last week, a student who typically struggles with confidence earned one of your stickers for finally raising his hand to share an idea during our discussion. He carefully placed it on his notebook and came back to show me three times that day. That's the kind of impact your support creates.","fullyFundedDate":1755717181940,"projectUrl":"project/birthday-celebration/9511699/","projectTitle":"Birthday Celebration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carolina Rodriguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9637714"},{"teacherId":6916533,"projectId":10098288,"letterContent":"We are grateful for the opportunity to provide students with personal copies of novels to annotate, a practice that has significantly boosted engagement and reading comprehension. When students own their texts, they approach reading as an active, interactive experience rather than a passive task. The ability to mark up pages, write questions in margins, and highlight meaningful passages creates a tangible investment in the material and transforms how they interact with literature.\r\n\r\nWe appreciate the support that has made this initiative possible, as annotation directly supports deeper comprehension by forcing students to pause, think critically, and process information actively. Students develop stronger awareness of their own reading processes, build confidence in supporting claims with textual evidence, and come better prepared for literary discussions. Additionally, providing copies removes barriers for students without home resources, ensuring all learners have equal access to develop this essential academic skill. Thank you for investing in our students' literacy growth and success.","fullyFundedDate":1771347520972,"projectUrl":"project/thinking-in-ink-books-students-can-mark/10098288/","projectTitle":"Thinking in Ink: Books Students Can Mark and Master","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morrow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6916533"},{"teacherId":8433407,"projectId":9924801,"letterContent":"In our district, social workers are the \"first responders\" for student mental health. This year, our team has seen an unprecedented rise in student crises, requiring us to travel between schools to provide immediate, trauma-informed care. When a student is in the middle of a panic attack or a traumatic \"emotional overload,\" words are often not enough. We need tangible tools to help them find their way back to a place of safety.\r\n\r\nBy replenishing our depleted mobile kits, you ensured that no matter where a crisis occurs—whether in a hallway, a classroom, or a counseling office—our social workers have the resources they need to help a student stabilize.\r\nYour gift doesn't just provide a fidget or a notebook; it provides the bridge to healing. You are helping our most vulnerable students move from a state of fear to a state of focus, allowing them to return to the classroom ready to learn and feel supported.\r\n\r\nThe students who have engaged with the supplies so far, we happy to be able to use them.","fullyFundedDate":1764688052643,"projectUrl":"project/restock-much-needed-supplies/9924801/","projectTitle":"Restock Much Needed Supplies!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8433407"},{"teacherId":9717154,"projectId":9677411,"letterContent":"Thank you all for your donations to Odyssey Elementary's Star Student Store. Your kindness has not gone unnoticed by students and staff. Every time the Star Student Store cart goes out, there are oohs and awes of all the amazing things that are there. Our students are so grateful for every item they buy with their Star Tickets. \r\nTeachers also enjoy the motivation that the Star Student Store provides because it encourages the students to work harder and behave better in order to earn more tickets. I have noticed a more focus attempt in earning and saving tickets for their desired items. When they reach their ticket goal, they are so excited to be able to exchange it for the item they have wanted. The excitement and joy on their face is priceless.\r\nWe at Odyssey Elementary are so grateful for your donation and will always welcome your generous support.","fullyFundedDate":1764688658348,"projectUrl":"project/oes-star-student-store/9677411/","projectTitle":"OES Star Student Store","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Star","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9717154_orig.jpg?crop=768,768,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725386155089","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9717154"},{"teacherId":6916533,"projectId":9276019,"letterContent":"While supplies may seem like small tools, they play a powerful role in shaping a student's confidence, focus, and academic performance.\r\n\r\nWhen students have reliable organization, working technology, and proper writing tools, they can fully engage in lessons without distraction or frustration. Quality supplies help students stay organized, complete assignments efficiently, and participate actively in classroom activities. Instead of worrying about whether a pencil will break or a device will malfunction, students can concentrate on understanding new concepts and building skills.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, having dependable materials fosters a sense of pride and preparedness. Students who feel equipped are more confident, more motivated to contribute, and more likely to take ownership of their learning. This positive mindset often translates into better attendance, improved participation, and stronger academic outcomes.\r\n\r\nInvesting in quality supplies is truly an investment in student success. By ensuring students have the tools they need, we create a learning environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1746448758863,"projectUrl":"project/saying-hello-to-a-new-year/9276019/","projectTitle":"Saying Hello to a New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Morrow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6916533"},{"teacherId":9730657,"projectId":9679141,"letterContent":"I'm humbled and grateful for your contribution to my classroom. Having those extra instruments has made class time so much fun! The books are wonderful. And the organizational supplies have made a huge impact in the teaching flow.\r\nThe colorful tape turned out beautifully for labelling our 160+ student recorders in 6 different homeroom classes. The rolling stands for the large Orff bars make those so much more accessible (and save me a lot of back pain!) when we use them. And the mirror makes it super easy to keep an eye on ALL of my students when they're getting their instruments in and out of the storage closet, keeping our students and our resources safer.\r\nThanks again so much for your help in making my students' music learning better and more accessible.","fullyFundedDate":1760742091246,"projectUrl":"project/orff-inspired-classroom/9679141/","projectTitle":"Orff-Inspired Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pack","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9730657_orig.jpg?crop=899,899,x117,y27&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756933959755","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9730657"},{"teacherId":8357803,"projectId":9247210,"letterContent":"Hanging file folders have had a positive and meaningful impact in my 3rd grade classroom by improving organization and efficiency. These folders provide a clear system for storing and accessing student work, instructional materials, and ongoing assignments, allowing both students and teachers to locate materials quickly and independently. \r\n\r\nThis improved organization has reduced instructional downtime, supported smoother classroom routines, and encouraged students to take greater responsibility for their work. 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