{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Bay View Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":42.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3638951,"projectId":8083290,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our classroom project. Many times the curriculum does not have all the resources that we need to learn a certain topic. With these Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards I am able to buy more interactive and hands on activities that work with our standards. These resources also are made by other teachers whole have taught these skills so they know what works with students. Thank you so much for supporting classrooms like ours and providing the little extra that we teachers need to make our students successful!","fullyFundedDate":1709215340851,"projectUrl":"project/awesome-learning-with-tpt/8083290/","projectTitle":"Awesome Learning With TPT","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Copeland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3638951_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1489687730290","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3638951"},{"teacherId":9727205,"projectId":9649450,"letterContent":"Because of your generous support, my classroom has been transformed into a space that fosters joy and a love of learning. Although the rugs I requested were not available, your donations allowed me to provide other meaningful resources — colorful supplies, book ends, cozy learning areas, and fun reading incentives — that truly brighten our days.\r\n\r\nNow my students have a \"happy place\" to learn and grow. From our class library filled with Big Nate, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and Scholastic favorites that the new book end help hold to our cheerful reading corners, pencils, prizes, and learning games, every item helps create a print-rich, motivating environment for my readers.\r\n\r\nAs a Title I teacher, I work with students who often need extra encouragement and scaffolding to build confidence in reading. Thanks to your kindness, they now feel proud of their space, and even more excited to pick up a book.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for making this possible. You've helped turn our classroom into a place where students feel valued, supported, and inspired to read every single day. 🌻📚✨","fullyFundedDate":1757009232389,"projectUrl":"project/rug-ready-stepping-into-comfort-for-a-t/9649450/","projectTitle":"Rug Ready: Stepping Into Comfort for a Title I Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Florence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727205_orig.png?crop=346,346,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725389818298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/faith-florence"},{"teacherId":9727205,"projectId":9215567,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous support of my DonorsChoose donors, my Title I classroom has truly transformed into a warm, inviting, and motivating space for young readers. While our new bookshelf wasn't available, I was able to use the funds to create a cozy and joyful reading environment with kid-friendly rugs and motivational prize bins. These small touches have made a big difference! Students now walk into the room eager to find their favorite reading spot and are excited to earn rewards for their hard work. The new rugs define our reading zones and make our space feel like a real \"reading home,\" where every child feels comfortable and valued. For many of my students, this is the first time they've had a classroom that feels special and personalized just for them. Because of your kindness, reading time has become the highlight of their day!","fullyFundedDate":1750774635796,"projectUrl":"project/cubbies-for-curious-readers-building-a/9215567/","projectTitle":"Cubbies for Curious Readers: Building a Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Florence","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9727205_orig.png?crop=346,346,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725389818298","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/faith-florence"},{"teacherId":3638951,"projectId":9674900,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation for our 5th grade classroom!\r\n\r\nIn today's digital age, technology plays a crucial role in learning, especially in mathematics. By equipping our classroom with calculators, you help bridge the gap between traditional teaching methods and modern educational needs. This project allows students to explore mathematical concepts hands-on, promoting understanding and retention.\r\n\r\nCalculators will enable our 5th graders to tackle complex problems with confidence. Instead of getting bogged down by lengthy calculations, they can focus on understanding the underlying concepts and applying their knowledge. This shift encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential in all areas of their education.","fullyFundedDate":1757524795106,"projectUrl":"project/crunching-numbers-confidently-calculato/9674900/","projectTitle":"Crunching Numbers Confidently: Calculator Tools for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Copeland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3638951_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1489687730290","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3638951"},{"teacherId":6713809,"projectId":9226291,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and staff, thank you for your generous donation of student incentives. Your thoughtful contribution is already making a positive impact in our literacy program.\r\n\r\nIncentives like the ones you provided truly excite and motivate our students. They now have even more reason to work hard and reach their literacy goals, knowing a fun and meaningful reward awaits them. The enthusiasm is contagious—several students have already set their sights on specific items and are eagerly working toward claiming them. They've even called the incentives \"cool,\" which is the highest praise in their world!\r\n\r\nYour support not only encourages academic achievement but also helps build a positive learning environment where students feel seen, supported, and celebrated.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and investment in our students' success.","fullyFundedDate":1746786921231,"projectUrl":"project/reading-incentives/9226291/","projectTitle":"Reading Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Denson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6713809"},{"teacherId":6713809,"projectId":9229150,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of student books. Your thoughtful contribution is more than just a gift of pages and words — it's a gift of imagination, growth, and opportunity for our young learners.\r\n\r\nBooks play a powerful role in the lives of elementary students. At this critical stage in their development, access to engaging and age-appropriate reading material helps build foundational literacy skills, sparks curiosity, and nurtures a lifelong love of learning. For many of our students, books offer a window into new worlds, cultures, and ideas they may not otherwise encounter. They help children build empathy, confidence, and critical thinking — essential tools for their future success.\r\n\r\nYour donation supports not only academic development but also the joy and excitement that comes from discovering a new favorite story.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your support. It is acts of kindness like yours that remind our students they are seen, supported, and surrounded by a community that believes in their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1746787141764,"projectUrl":"project/books-open-our-minds/9229150/","projectTitle":"Books Open Our Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Denson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6713809"},{"teacherId":6713809,"projectId":9069579,"letterContent":"Thank You for Your Generous Donation!\r\n\r\nI want to express my sincere gratitude for your generous donation, which made it possible for me to upgrade from my old, unreliable computer to a brand-new Microsoft Surface Pro. This upgrade has completely transformed my teaching experience!\r\n\r\nWith this powerful device, I can now seamlessly connect to smart technology like Smartboards in the classroom, allowing me to deliver more engaging, dynamic lessons. Here's how this new technology is already making a difference:\r\n\r\nInteractive Presentations\r\nI can now create multimedia-rich presentations that include videos, images, and animations to better capture students' attention and enhance understanding.\r\n\r\nCollaborative Learning\r\nUsing real-time collaboration tools, students can now work together on group projects, sharing ideas and resources more effectively than ever.\r\n\r\nInteractive Quizzes and Polls\r\nTools like Kahoot and Wayground are now easily accessible, making assessments fun, interactive, and informative with instant feedback.\r\n\r\nAI-Assisted Learning\r\nThe AI Copilot feature has been a game-changer—helping me plan lessons, brainstorm activity ideas, and provide quick answers during class.\r\n\r\nGamification\r\nI'm incorporating game-based learning strategies to turn traditional lessons into exciting, interactive experiences.\r\n\r\nEducational Apps\r\nI now have access to a wide variety of educational apps that reinforce key concepts in fun, student-friendly ways.\r\n\r\nThe best part? The computer actually works! 😊\r\n\r\nThank you again for your incredible support. Your contribution is not only enhancing my teaching—it's positively impacting every student in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746787408311,"projectUrl":"project/technology-motivation/9069579/","projectTitle":"Technology = Motivation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Denson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6713809"},{"teacherId":9746294,"projectId":9189420,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my kindergarten through 2nd grade SLD classroom has been transformed in ways that words can hardly capture. Many of my students, most of whom are on the Autism spectrum, face daily challenges with focus, self-regulation, and engagement. The sensory and self-regulation tools you provided—such as wiggle-wobble chair feet, fidget bands, scooter boards, and calming sensory items—have become essential supports that allow my students to thrive. What may seem like small tools have made a big impact in helping them stay engaged in lessons, manage their emotions, and find success in the classroom.\r\n\r\nEach day, I see the difference these materials make. Students who once struggled to sit still are now able to focus longer thanks to the wiggle-wobble chair feet and fidget bands. When energy levels get high, scooter boards give them an appropriate outlet while also building coordination and confidence. Sensory tools provide comfort during moments of stress, helping students calm down and return to learning with a clear mind. These resources have not only supported academic growth but have also encouraged independence, resilience, and joy in the classroom.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for giving my students the opportunity to learn in a way that meets their needs. Your generosity has created a more inclusive, supportive, and positive environment where every child can feel successful. These tools are not just items in a classroom—they are bridges to learning, confidence, and hope, and my students and I are deeply grateful for the impact you've made.","fullyFundedDate":1746785775470,"projectUrl":"project/empower-my-students-tools-for-focus-fu/9189420/","projectTitle":"Empower My Students: Tools for Focus, Fun, and Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Calee","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9746294"},{"teacherId":7436837,"projectId":8924970,"letterContent":"On behalf of my entire first-grade class, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your incredible generosity and support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of your kindness, our classroom has been transformed into an even more supportive, engaging, and structured learning environment—one that empowers every child to thrive.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donations, we received phonics-based learning tools that are already making a remarkable difference. These tools help my students break down words into individual sounds (phonemes) and connect those sounds to their corresponding letters or letter combinations (graphemes)—a skill known as phoneme-grapheme mapping. These foundational skills are critical for early readers, and now, because of you, my students are approaching words with more confidence and a better understanding of how language works.\r\n\r\nEvery week, we focus on a specific phonics feature—such as blends, digraphs, or vowel patterns—and your donation made it possible for us to map out our learning together on our new mini anchor chart paper. This shared space has become a central hub of excitement and collaboration. The children light up when they help build our charts by brainstorming and writing words together, knowing they're contributing to something that stays visible and relevant all week long.\r\n\r\nYou also helped us bring more structure to our daily routines with individual pencil holders for each desk. Something as simple as having a designated spot for writing tools has made a big difference. It's helped students stay organized and ready to learn without the distractions that come from misplaced materials. For many of them, this small change has meant a big step toward independence.\r\n\r\nOne of the most impactful additions to our room, though, has been our brand-new classroom carpet. This carpet has become the heart of our community. We gather on it every morning for our meeting, during read-alouds, and—of course—for our phonics lessons. It's a welcoming, comfortable place where students feel safe to share, participate, and learn together. Having a clean, defined space for group learning has created a stronger sense of belonging in our classroom family.\r\n\r\nYour generosity didn't just fund materials—it fueled learning, growth, and joy. You've helped create a space where six- and seven-year-olds feel seen, capable, and excited about reading and writing. You've supported not only academic progress, but also classroom routines, community building, and students' confidence in themselves.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in our classroom and for choosing to make a difference in the lives of young learners. Your impact is felt every day—in the smiles, the \"aha!\" moments, and the proud declarations of \"I read it by myself!\" You've made our classroom a better place, and we are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1735714015846,"projectUrl":"project/phonics-and-organization-first-grade-e/8924970/","projectTitle":"Phonics and Organization: First Grade Education Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gainer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7436837_orig.jpg?crop=427,427,x0,y157&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1718316193094","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7436837"},{"teacherId":3638951,"projectId":8947508,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! Through out the school year, there are days where we have rainy, snow, hot and cold days. The weather is not ideal, and we are forced to have recess in the classroom. Your project has allowed students to have fun activities to do during these days, instead of just playing on computers. They love to partner with their classmates to challenge them to one of the many games. Many of them love to pull out the art supplies and spend time drawing. Once again, thank you so much for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1732228725414,"projectUrl":"project/no-more-rainy-day-blues/8947508/","projectTitle":"No More Rainy Day Blues","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Copeland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3638951_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1489687730290","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3638951"},{"teacherId":3638951,"projectId":8043248,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom project! Your donation will have a huge impact on our classroom behavior. This project will reward students who are showing positive behaviors in the classroom. It will also work as motivation for students who might need a little more of an incentive to follow directions. Students are excited to check the prize box at the end of the week to see if there are any new prizes. Once again thank you so much for your support of our classroom and the positive impact you are having on schools.","fullyFundedDate":1701223237920,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-for-positive-behavior/8043248/","projectTitle":"Rewards for Positive Behavior","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Copeland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3638951_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1489687730290","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3638951"},{"teacherId":7901160,"projectId":9049859,"letterContent":"Thank you for purchasing Field Day shirts for our classroom. In the past, this has been a very special day! All year students looked forward to Field Day. It is an exciting outdoor event where we rotated around to different games and sporting competitions. There are tug-of-war, relay races, bounce houses, snow cones, and much more.\r\n\r\nThe look on my students faces the morning I showed our awesome shirts was priceless. I can't wait to use them with my students and many more! Field day will be an extremely fun day! 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