{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"North Park Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":30.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10542710,"projectId":10517732,"letterContent":"My students are so excited every single time we get out our STEM bins! Their faces light up when they see them, and they can hardly wait to start building, creating, and exploring. It has quickly become one of their favorite activities in our classroom. I love seeing their imaginations come to life as they work together, share ideas, and proudly show off their creations. The excitement and joy these bins bring to our classroom are truly special. Thanks to your generosity, my students have something they genuinely look forward to, all while developing important skills through hands-on learning. These STEM bins have made such a wonderful difference in our classroom, and I cannot thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1787173768508,"projectUrl":"project/small-bins-big-ideas/10517732/","projectTitle":"Small bins, BIG ideas","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lynch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10542710"},{"teacherId":10542710,"projectId":10361291,"letterContent":"The STEM bins have made such a positive impact on my second-grade classroom! They have given my students opportunities to be creative, think critically, solve problems, and work together. My students love exploring the different materials and using their imaginations to build and create.\r\n\r\nThese bins have also helped students practice important skills like teamwork, communication, perseverance, and problem-solving. It has been amazing to watch their confidence grow as they try new ideas, learn from mistakes, and celebrate their creations.\r\n\r\nMany of my students would not otherwise have access to these types of hands-on learning materials, so having them in our classroom has been such a gift. The STEM bins have brought excitement, creativity, and meaningful learning opportunities to our everyday routine. I am so grateful for the generosity that made this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1787142721244,"projectUrl":"project/think-build-discover-second-grade/10361291/","projectTitle":"Think, Build, Discover Second Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lynch","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10542710"},{"teacherId":6279110,"projectId":10615224,"letterContent":"The filament has helped us make our lessons come alive in a fun and hands-on way! We use the 3D printer to create characters, props, and objects that go along with the books we are reading in class. Instead of only reading about something in a story, students get to see and interact with a real object connected to the book. For example, we can print characters or story-related objects and use them during our lessons to help students connect with the story, remember important details, and stay engaged.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for my students is seeing something from their book become a real object they can hold and use. They love recognizing the characters and objects from the stories and then using them during activities. The new technology has added an element of surprise and excitement to our reading lessons, and it gives students another way to participate beyond simply listening or answering questions. The filament has allowed us to create materials that are specifically connected to the books we teach, making learning more memorable, interactive, and fun for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1789571525201,"projectUrl":"project/print-play-talk-3d-learning-in-speech/10615224/","projectTitle":"Print, Play, Talk: 3D Learning in Speech","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heidi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6279110_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704469756186","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6279110"},{"teacherId":6279110,"projectId":10144098,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Sturdy Stories: Helping Diverse Learners Connect.\" Your generosity is directly impacting students in our Utah classroom in such a meaningful way.\r\n\r\nOur learners include students with autism, students who are Deaf or hard of hearing, students who use wheelchairs or other mobility supports, and students with a wide range of communication and learning needs. These sturdy, engaging books are helping make literacy more accessible and meaningful for every child.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, we see students actively participating in ways that match their strengths—turning pages, pointing to pictures, using communication supports, and engaging with peers during shared reading. These moments matter so much, and your support is helping make them happen.\r\n\r\nFrom our classroom here in Utah, thank you for believing in our students and helping create learning experiences where every child can connect, participate, and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1778017142153,"projectUrl":"project/sturdy-stories-helping-diverse-learners/10144098/","projectTitle":"Sturdy Stories: Helping Diverse Learners Connect","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heidi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6279110_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704469756186","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6279110"},{"teacherId":6279110,"projectId":10002786,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Touching, Feeling, and Reading!\" Your generosity is making a meaningful difference for our students with diverse learning, communication, sensory, and physical support needs. Our classroom includes students with autism, students who are Deaf or hard of hearing, students who use wheelchairs or other mobility supports, and students with a wide range of communication and learning differences.\r\n\r\nMany of our students learn best through hands-on, interactive experiences that allow them to touch, feel, explore, and actively participate in literacy activities. These materials help make books and language more accessible, engaging, and meaningful for every learner in our classroom.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students have increased opportunities to participate in shared reading, build communication and language skills, strengthen social interaction, and develop confidence as learners. The sensory and interactive components help students stay engaged and allow them to access literacy in ways that meet their individual needs and strengths.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding parts has been seeing students light up with excitement during reading activities and participate in ways that were previously challenging for them. Your kindness is helping create an inclusive classroom environment where all students can learn, connect, and experience success.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping provide resources that support every child's ability to learn and grow. Your support truly matters to our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1772837457583,"projectUrl":"project/touching-feeling-and-reading/10002786/","projectTitle":"Touching, Feeling, and Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heidi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6279110_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704469756186","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6279110"},{"teacherId":6279110,"projectId":10279468,"letterContent":"For our students with complex communication and learning needs, literacy becomes meaningful when it is interactive, hands-on, and connected to real experiences. Thanks to these new resources, our classroom has transformed into a space where students actively participate in stories rather than simply listen to them. We have been using the books, visual supports, manipulatives, and interactive materials during small group literacy instruction, AAC activities, vocabulary lessons, and social communication groups. One of the most exciting moments was watching students light up as they matched story pieces, activated vocabulary on their AAC devices, and independently participated in repeated storylines. Many of our students need multiple opportunities and sensory supports to engage with literacy, and these materials have made that possible in a motivating and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they were immediately excited and curious. Several students reached for the interactive pieces right away, while others who are typically hesitant during group activities became more engaged and willing to participate. It was especially meaningful to see students using communication devices, gestures, and verbal responses to request turns, answer questions, and interact with peers during story activities. The materials helped create an inclusive learning environment where every student could participate at their own level.\r\n\r\nAs we continue using these resources, we are expanding our literacy instruction to include more themed book units, vocabulary development, sequencing activities, and communication opportunities tied directly to classroom stories. These materials are helping us build foundational language, communication, and social interaction skills in ways that are accessible, engaging, and joyful for our extraordinary learners. Thank you for believing in our students and helping provide resources that truly meet their unique needs.","fullyFundedDate":1778505060472,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-literacy-for-extraordinary-l/10279468/","projectTitle":"Interactive Literacy for Extraordinary Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Heidi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6279110_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x0,y304&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704469756186","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6279110"},{"teacherId":9892037,"projectId":9070326,"letterContent":"This project has brought so much joy to our classroom! I'm a firm believer that connection is key to learning, and seeing my students strengthen their bonds with each other and our staff during centers has been a highlight of my year.\r\n\r\nIt turns out that Legos are the great equalizer—everyone loves them! While the students have a blast with the kinetic sand and putty, the Legos really push their creativity to the next level. All of these tools have helped my students learn how to collaborate, share, and grow their minds through play. These \"fun\" moments are actually essential building blocks for their future success. Thank you, thank you, thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1737471992592,"projectUrl":"project/building-connection-through-focused-play/9070326/","projectTitle":"Building Connection Through Focused Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. WIlkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9892037"},{"teacherId":2649057,"projectId":9826873,"letterContent":"Science is such a fun thing to teach, but it can get expensive trying to have something for everyone to touch and manipulate, so these donations really help my little scientists truly explore their senses and science skills with some hands-on experience. It's fun to set them up as centers and allow students to work in small groups rotating through the stations. The conversations, questions, experiments and ideas that they come up with in this relaxed exploratory environment is the best part of teaching for me, truly seeing what they can do and learn on their own. Thank you for making it possible.","fullyFundedDate":1760720479092,"projectUrl":"project/scientists-of-tomorrow-playing-hard-tod/9826873/","projectTitle":"Scientists of Tomorrow, Playing Hard Today","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Beck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2649057_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1536960568508","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2649057"},{"teacherId":2649057,"projectId":8337702,"letterContent":"Thank you for making learning accessible and fun! Bingo is such a universal game- \"kids\" of all ages can play it and enjoy playing it. 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