{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Freedom Preparatory Academy - Provo Elementary","outOfStateSupporters":38.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3919651,"projectId":9486016,"letterContent":"The materials from this project have made a tremendous difference in our kindergarten classroom and in my students' daily learning. The two-sided dry erase boards have become one of our most valuable tools—allowing students to practice handwriting, math problems, and quick checks for understanding in a way that feels fun, interactive, and low-pressure. Because mistakes can be erased instantly, students feel more confident taking risks and trying again, which has noticeably improved their participation and skills.\r\n\r\nThe wallpaper transformed our reading corner into a calm, inviting space where students feel comfortable curling up with a book. This cozy environment has encouraged even my most reluctant readers to spend more time reading independently, helping build their stamina, focus, and love for books.\r\n\r\nThe write & wipe pockets have helped us stretch the use of our learning materials and added excitement to our literacy and math centers. Students can practice the same activity multiple times without wasting paper, and I can easily differentiate work for different learners. These pockets have made it simple to offer repeated, hands-on practice—something that is essential for kindergarten growth.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our classroom is more engaging, organized, and supportive of early learning. These resources didn't just improve our materials—they improved my students' confidence, independence, and joy in learning. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1756400277430,"projectUrl":"project/bright-ideas-learning-with-dry-erase-bo/9486016/","projectTitle":"Bright Ideas: Learning with Dry Erase Boards and Decor","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stilwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3919651_orig.jpg?crop=2014,2014,x766,y340&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627789191857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3919651"},{"teacherId":3919651,"projectId":9448181,"letterContent":"The materials from this project have truly transformed our kindergarten classroom into a space filled with curiosity, creativity, and confident young problem-solvers. The waffle builders, magnetic marble run, bristle building kit with farm animals, STEM flower building set, and hexagonal plastic blocks have quickly become some of the most loved activities in our room.\r\n\r\nThese hands-on STEM tools encouraged my students to ask questions, try new ideas, and work together in ways I hadn't seen before. The magnetic marble run inspired students to experiment with cause and effect—testing angles, predicting speed, and adjusting their designs until their marbles moved just right. The flower kit and hexagonal blocks opened the door for imaginative creation while building fine-motor strength and spatial reasoning. The bristle building pieces and farm animals sparked cooperative storytelling and engineering challenges, helping students blend STEM with language and play. And the waffle builders encouraged even my most hesitant learners to jump in, build, and problem-solve.\r\n\r\nThanks to these materials, my students now see themselves as builders, thinkers, and creators. Their confidence has grown, their curiosity has deepened, and STEM has become a joyful, natural part of our daily learning. Your generosity didn't just give us supplies—it gave my students opportunities to explore, discover, and dream. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in their early learning journey.","fullyFundedDate":1756399971562,"projectUrl":"project/stem-stars-sparking-curiosity-in-kinder/9448181/","projectTitle":"STEM Stars: Sparking Curiosity in Kindergarten!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stilwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3919651_orig.jpg?crop=2014,2014,x766,y340&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627789191857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3919651"},{"teacherId":3919651,"projectId":9496818,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! The alphabet practice handwriting cards, tracing pads, and magnetic letter boards are already making a meaningful difference in my students' learning.\r\n\r\nThese materials give young readers multiple, hands-on ways to build the foundational skills they need. The handwriting cards and tracing pads help students strengthen fine-motor skills, form letters correctly, and build confidence as writers. The magnetic letters and board activities let them experiment with sounds, build simple words, and visually connect letters to the phonics patterns we're learning each week.\r\n\r\nTogether, these tools make literacy engaging, active, and accessible for every learner—especially for students who benefit from tactile, visual, or repeated practice. I'm already seeing students stay more focused, take pride in their writing, and eagerly choose these activities during centers.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving my students such strong building blocks for reading and writing. Your generosity truly shows up in their excitement and progress every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1755723283252,"projectUrl":"project/from-a-to-z-growing-readers-in-kinderga/9496818/","projectTitle":"From A to Z: Growing Readers in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stilwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3919651_orig.jpg?crop=2014,2014,x766,y340&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627789191857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3919651"},{"teacherId":9510302,"projectId":9577005,"letterContent":"Thank you for your donation of math supplies. My students were excited when they saw the math manipulatives. My students have been learning subtraction from a dollar amount, and they especially love using the magnetic money and numbers. They love choosing the dollar amount, placing the magnetic money on the board, and then doing the math. \r\nMy first-grade students have been using the dry erase pockets for daily math facts. These work so much better than the page protectors I have previously used, they are much heavier and durable which is perfect for first-grade.\r\nMath manipulatives are extremely helpful in keeping my students attention, and allowing them to work out math problems, hands on. \r\nThank you for your generous support, your donation of math manipulatives and supplies will be well used.","fullyFundedDate":1755522453180,"projectUrl":"project/sparking-math-success-hands-on-learning/9577005/","projectTitle":"Sparking Math Success: Hands-On Learning for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wadsworth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9510302_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1716399645658","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sarah-wadsworth"},{"teacherId":3919651,"projectId":9209143,"letterContent":"My students are absolutely loving our new math resources! We're using the Lakeshore counting ice cream cones, addition and subtraction flip & count solve boards, and accelerate math activity centers to make math hands-on and exciting. These tools help my kindergarteners build number sense, practice addition and subtraction, and strengthen problem-solving skills through interactive play. Students are able to work independently or in small groups, making math time both engaging and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, they were so excited! The colorful ice cream cones and flip boards instantly caught their attention, and they couldn't wait to start \"scooping\" numbers or flipping to find answers. Their enthusiasm filled the room as they realized math could be both fun and creative.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to use these materials to reinforce our current lessons on addition and subtraction stories. Students will continue to practice combining and separating numbers while applying what they've learned to real-world problem-solving. These resources are helping them build confidence, persistence, and a genuine love for math — one scoop and flip at a time!","fullyFundedDate":1746785386677,"projectUrl":"project/math-in-motion-hands-on-learning-with-e/9209143/","projectTitle":"Math in Motion: Hands-On Learning with Engaging Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stilwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3919651_orig.jpg?crop=2014,2014,x766,y340&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627789191857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3919651"},{"teacherId":3919651,"projectId":9209098,"letterContent":"My students are having so much fun exploring water with our new learning resources! The water play kit and mix & match waterfalls have encouraged hands-on investigation and discovery as students pour, scoop, and observe how water moves and flows. The magnetic fishing set has quickly become a favorite — students practice hand-eye coordination and teamwork while \"fishing\" and identifying colors, numbers, and letters. These materials make science concepts like movement, cause and effect, and buoyancy come alive in a playful, meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the materials, their excitement was contagious! They immediately gathered around the water table, eager to pour, splash, and experiment. Laughter and curiosity filled the room as they worked together to build waterfalls and see what would happen next. It was wonderful to watch their creativity and problem-solving skills shine through play.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to connect water exploration to our current science lessons about weather and the water cycle. Students will observe how water changes form and moves through nature, then use the play materials to model what they've learned. These hands-on resources are helping my students understand big ideas in simple, joyful ways — and I'm so grateful for the impact they're making every day!I","fullyFundedDate":1746491000290,"projectUrl":"project/splashtastic-fun-innovative-toys-to-ex/9209098/","projectTitle":"Splashtastic Fun! Innovative Toys to Explore water.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stilwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3919651_orig.jpg?crop=2014,2014,x766,y340&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627789191857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3919651"},{"teacherId":3919651,"projectId":9092042,"letterContent":"My students are absolutely loving the new sensory art tools! We're using the plastic art trays to keep materials organized while students create with play dough, floam, and sensory spheres. These tools help my kindergarteners strengthen fine motor skills, express creativity, and explore textures in hands-on ways. The sidewalk chalk has also become a favorite for outdoor art and writing practice, allowing students to combine movement and creativity.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their faces lit up with excitement! Many immediately started exploring by pressing, rolling, and shaping the dough, while others shared ideas about what they wanted to create. The room was filled with joyful chatter and imagination as they discovered new ways to use each item.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to connect these sensory tools to our learning themes. Students will use them to build shapes, form letters, and model animals or objects related to our science and literacy lessons. These materials make every project more engaging and meaningful, helping my young learners explore, create, and grow through play!","fullyFundedDate":1746785411869,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-art-sensory-learning/9092042/","projectTitle":"Tools for Art Sensory Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stilwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3919651_orig.jpg?crop=2014,2014,x766,y340&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1627789191857","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3919651"},{"teacherId":4000195,"projectId":9264290,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom is now equipped with a full set of headphones—one for every student! 🎧✨\r\n\r\nThese headphones have made an immediate and powerful impact. Students are now able to fully engage with digital learning platforms without distractions or interruptions. Whether they're working on reading fluency, math games, language programs, or interactive lessons, each student can now focus and learn at their own pace.\r\n\r\nYou didn't just donate headphones. You gave my students the ability to learn with fewer barriers and more focus. You helped create a calmer, more efficient learning environment. And most of all, you reminded these young learners that there are people out there who believe in their potential.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my students and myself, thank you for making a real, tangible difference in our classroom. Your kindness and support mean more than words can say.","fullyFundedDate":1755717664736,"projectUrl":"project/little-learners-big-focus-headphones-f/9264290/","projectTitle":"Little Learners, Big Focus: Headphones for Kindergarten!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nunn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4000195"},{"teacherId":2170573,"projectId":9178293,"letterContent":"My students and I are so excited to use the magnetic number lines and will learn easier due to using them. They will more easily be able to understand fraction basics as well as comparing fractions. The dry erase ones will be so helpful in teaching the concepts to the whole group.\r\n\r\nThe building block sets will help them to be creative during inside recesses and during stem activities. They will be used and loved lots. \r\n\r\nMy students and I are forever grateful for your generous donation as well as your love and care for students and teachers! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1746785408788,"projectUrl":"project/touch-it-learn-it-mathstem-manipula/9178293/","projectTitle":"Touch It! Learn It! - Math/STEM Manipulatives for Young Mathematicians.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Athena Hughes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2170573_orig.jpg?crop=1705,1705,x0,y170&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694537690492","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/athenahughes"},{"teacherId":2170573,"projectId":9178378,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for you generous donation! My students and I were so excited to receive all our supplies! Each student will now be able to have their own set of colored pencils to use on a variety of school assignments and projects.\r\n\r\nOur specialties teachers and substitutes will be so grateful that my students have nice clip-on name tags. It will also come in handy when we do 3rd grade activities or lessons where some switch classrooms.\r\n\r\nThe binders will help my students to be more in charge of their own learning. They will hold learning criteria and rubrics in order to help my students self evaluate where they are and where they going in their learning paths. \r\n\r\nThe pens will allow my students and me to better communicate as I give feedback on their work.\r\n\r\nThe graphing and array charts are going to be SO helpful as by students are introduced to multiplication and fractions. It will be such a blessing to have them in whole group instruction.\r\n\r\nYou have blessed us in so many different ways and we are forever grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1744033067705,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-and-tools-for-all/9178378/","projectTitle":"Supplies and Tools for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Athena Hughes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2170573_orig.jpg?crop=1705,1705,x0,y170&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694537690492","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/athenahughes"},{"teacherId":4000195,"projectId":9264307,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to my classroom. A well-equipped classroom fosters a fun, stimulating environment, which is especially important in early education to develop a lifelong love of learning. I don't have to worry about if I have enough glue sticks or markers to create a fun and engaging lesson for my students.\r\n\r\nMy students have the crayons, paper, scissors, glue, and other tools they need to fully participate in daily activities. It helps everyone to feel included and loved. They can use what they need to complete classwork and art projects.\r\n\r\nIn summary, classroom supplies funded through DonorsChoose can transform a kindergarten classroom by supporting academic, social, and emotional development—laying a stronger foundation for future learning.","fullyFundedDate":1745847046168,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-kits-supplies-for-success/9264307/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Kits: Supplies for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Nunn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4000195"},{"teacherId":3919651,"projectId":9037938,"letterContent":"The sensory table, thoughtfully arranged with animals, cars, and a bamboo kit for pandas, created an engaging and educational experience for the kindergarten students. Through hands-on exploration, children developed fine motor skills by manipulating small animal figures, vehicles, and bamboo pieces. The thematic setup sparked imaginative play, encouraging storytelling and role-playing as students created scenarios with animals driving cars or pandas munching on bamboo.\r\n\r\nThe inclusion of diverse elements catered to different interests and learning styles, fostering creativity while also introducing basic science concepts like animal habitats and diets. Social development was also enhanced as students collaborated, shared materials, and practiced communication during play. 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