{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Ocean View Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":38.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10597219,"projectId":10498804,"letterContent":"Log in\r\nYou said:\r\n\r\nChatGPT said:\r\nAbsolutely! Here's a warm, heartfelt version:\r\n\r\n:::writing{variant=\"standard\" id=\"58321\" title=\"Thank You Letter\"} Dear [Name],\r\n\r\nThank you so much for creating such a warm and cozy reading area. It is a wonderful place to relax, get comfortable, and enjoy a good book. I especially love how peaceful and inviting it feels.\r\n\r\nYour thoughtful effort has created a special space where people can escape into stories, learn new things, and simply take a quiet moment to themselves. I truly appreciate the time and care you put into making it so welcoming.\r\n\r\nThank you again for creating such a lovely place to read and relax!\r\n\r\nWarmly, [Your Name] :::\r\n\r\nI can also make it shorter, more personal, or suitable for a school thank-you letter.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nBottle and Plume\r\nBottle & Plume\r\nBottle & Plume sells the fountain pens, inks, paper, and accessories that you've been waiting to try\r\nAd\r\n\r\nYou said:\r\n\r\nChatGPT said:\r\nOf course! Here's a warm version addressed to the donors and focused on how special the reading area is for the children.\r\n\r\n:::writing{variant=\"standard\" id=\"74136\" title=\"Thank You Letter to Our Donors\"} Dear Donors,\r\n\r\nThank you so much for creating such a warm and cozy reading area for our children. Your generosity has given them a wonderful place to relax, read, learn, and let their imaginations grow.\r\n\r\nThe reading area is a special and welcoming space where children can get comfortable with a good book and enjoy quiet time. It brings so much joy to the children and encourages them to discover the wonderful world of reading.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your kindness and for creating this wonderful place for the children. Your support has made a meaningful difference, and we appreciate your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1787332741336,"projectUrl":"project/new-teacher-empty-classroom/10498804/","projectTitle":"New Teacher Empty Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sears","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10597219"},{"teacherId":6576042,"projectId":10530923,"letterContent":"I am now able to continue providing color copies to teachers who only have access to black and white. I'm also able to print colorful, helpful signage for the library to help teach my students the organization system and how to find resources they need. \r\nAnother great benefit is using the printer to get more student participation in library activities such as our Dolphin Discovery program where students recommend books to their peers on the morning announcements after filling out the book recommendation form. \r\n\r\nIt's a huge help to our staff and to our students to have this resource and we really appreciate you!","fullyFundedDate":1787538808381,"projectUrl":"project/library-color-printer-and-ink-needed/10530923/","projectTitle":"Library Color Printer and Ink Needed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Thibodeaux","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6576042_orig.jpg?crop=1866,1866,x59,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695228795793","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6576042"},{"teacherId":7127574,"projectId":10245969,"letterContent":"This project has already made a huge difference in our classrooms! Because we teach multiple classes as a team, organization is essential. The chair pockets have given each student a designated space to keep their materials, making it much easier to stay organized and quickly transition between classes. Something as simple as knowing exactly where their supplies belong has helped our classroom run more smoothly and has given students more ownership of their learning space.\r\n\r\nOur pen pal holders have also been a small but mighty addition! Instead of pencils rolling off desks and onto the floor, students now have an easy, accessible place to keep their writing tools. We spend less time searching for supplies and more time learning.\r\n\r\nThe timer has become an important part of our daily routines as well. We use it for instructional transitions, helping students know exactly how much time they have to finish an activity, clean up, or get ready for the next lesson. This has made transitions more predictable and has helped us maximize our learning time.\r\n\r\nThe indoor recess games and activities have been especially valuable on rainy and windy days when we can't get outside. Rather than simply losing that opportunity to move and socialize, students have engaging choices that allow them to play, laugh, work together, and enjoy a much-needed mental break.\r\n\r\nAnd when the weather cooperates, our outdoor recess materials give students the chance to get outside, move their bodies, release some energy, and—most importantly—PLAY! Recess is such an important part of the school day, and having materials available gives students opportunities to be active, creative, and social with their classmates.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw all of the new materials, they were excited to have new things that were specifically for them and our classroom. What may seem like simple classroom supplies to an adult have made a meaningful difference in our everyday routines. These resources help our classroom feel more organized, purposeful, and fun.\r\n\r\nOur next steps are to continue using these materials throughout the year as we build strong classroom routines, work through new lessons and projects, and continue growing as a classroom community. Thank you to our donors for investing in our students and helping create a classroom where students can learn, move, play, and be successful every day!","fullyFundedDate":1785612893466,"projectUrl":"project/third-grade-called-it-needs-help/10245969/","projectTitle":"Third Grade Called ... It Needs Help!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hawkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7127574_orig.png?crop=256,256,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767893446727","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-hawkins-oves"},{"teacherId":2224891,"projectId":10095751,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generous contribution to our first grade classroom at Ocean View Elementary School in Norfolk, Virginia. Your support provided funds for indoor, tech-free recess activities, and I want you to know how meaningful that gift has been to our students and to me. Because of your generosity, rainy and chilly days will no longer feel like a disappointment. Instead, they will become opportunities for our children to connect, create, imagine, and learn together in joyful new ways.\r\n\r\nYour donations helped purchase a wide variety of supplies, including age-appropriate board games, jigsaw puzzles, building materials, art supplies, drawing tools, and hands-on activity kits. We now have games that encourage students to practice taking turns, matching, counting, and following directions. Our collection gives children opportunities to work independently or join with classmates to solve a challenge. Building materials invite students to design towers, bridges, houses, and imaginative creations—without relying on screens or technology.\r\n\r\nFirst graders have abundant energy and big feelings, and indoor recess can sometimes be difficult when there are limited options. The new supplies have transformed that time. \r\n\r\nAlthough these activities are fun, they also support important social-emotional learning. Students practice patience while waiting for a turn, flexibility when a game does not go as planned, and self-control when they feel disappointed. They learn how to communicate respectfully, negotiate roles, solve disagreements, and include classmates. Building, puzzling, and creating also strengthen problem-solving skills because students must plan, test ideas, make adjustments, and try again. These are valuable habits that reach far beyond recess and into our academic learning.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, having quality materials makes a tremendous difference. I can offer students meaningful choices and provide activities that are engaging, durable, and appropriate for their age. Instead of spending my energy trying to create something from limited supplies, I can focus on observing students, guiding positive interactions, and helping them develop independence. It is deeply rewarding to see children learn through play while building relationships and confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for investing in their everyday experiences. We are truly grateful for the joy, connection, and learning your support has brought to Ocean View Elementary School. Your generosity will continue to make indoor recess a special time for our first graders for many days to come.","fullyFundedDate":1778084982132,"projectUrl":"project/tech-free-recess/10095751/","projectTitle":"Tech-Free Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sebring","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2224891_orig.png?crop=368,368,x40,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597614715246","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sebring"},{"teacherId":10363159,"projectId":10360449,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your donation to our classroom. The items from this project have been enjoyed time and time again by myself and my students. I have no doubt that these items will be used for years to come. \r\n\r\nMy students were so excited when I introduced the morning bins. The Legos, magnetic tiles and blocks, and marble run are all areas for morning creativity and connection. They also come in handy for indoor recess. On super hot days all my students wanted to do was play with these items. I know it will keep them entertained throughout the winter. \r\n\r\nOur classroom is very cozy this year with the additions of overhead light filters, an extra floor lamp, and the floor cushions for the library. These make excellent flexible seating for my moving students. And the tennis balls for the chairs are amazing. I don't know what I'd do if we didn't have them! \r\n\r\nAgain, these items have delivered exactly what they needed to: classroom productivity, comfort, and organization. Thank you for contributing to this teacher's class. <3","fullyFundedDate":1784572426926,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-productivity-comfort-and-org/10360449/","projectTitle":"Classroom Productivity, Comfort, and Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arroyo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10363159_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y115&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1782924596881","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10363159"},{"teacherId":7620498,"projectId":10389620,"letterContent":"Words cannot fully express my gratitude for your generous donations to fund my project for writing supplies. Because of you, my students now have beautiful notebooks, pencils, story starters, paper, and colored pencils to spark their imaginations and bring their ideas to life. \r\n\r\nIn a world filled with technology, it's refreshing for students to \"get back to basics\" and write pencil to paper, illustrating creative stories of their own.\r\n\r\nWhen the students saw their new supplies on the back table, their faces lit up with excitement! They couldn't wait to dive in and start creating.\r\n\r\nThe notebooks are empty pages now, but they will soon be filled with imaginative stories, coloring drawings, and endless possibilities.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students' education.","fullyFundedDate":1785205558238,"projectUrl":"project/write-on/10389620/","projectTitle":"Write On!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Carlton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7620498_orig.jpg?crop=800,800,x108,y160&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673641570619","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/thinktankcarlton"},{"teacherId":642686,"projectId":10292243,"letterContent":"Now that I am back in my classroom and getting ready for the 2026-2027 school year, I have been able to unpack my items that were purchased through this grant. I immediately pulled the astro brights paper to print some back to school essentials on for meet the teacher night next week! I plugged in the pencil sharpeners and told them to buckle up - they'd be getting a lot of use soon! I put together my hall passes (and put the extra set away until the current ones need a refresh after Christmas) and put my markers on my board. Then I did my favorite part - I hung up the light covers. They give my room a nice pinkish hue and take away that super bright fluorescent glow that it usually has.\r\n\r\nMy room is nowhere near ready for kids, but it has a great head start thanks to donors, like you, who made it possible. Thank you so much for donating to my classroom and my students. Thank you for helping me to get a head start on this school year with worry. We're ready to take on the new school year!","fullyFundedDate":1779326292630,"projectUrl":"project/starting-strong-school-supplies-for-stu/10292243/","projectTitle":"Starting Strong: School Supplies for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Andres","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp642686_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1454291883676","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/audrey-dexter"},{"teacherId":7452296,"projectId":9734853,"letterContent":"Thank so much for your generous donation to my DonorsChoose project, \"It's Electric!\" You funded two heavy-duty, wide-spaced surge protectors and two hands-free, automatic pencil sharpeners for my classroom! My kindergarten students really need sharpened pencils and charged devices to complete their academic tasks. Your contribution came in handy at reading, writing, and math time. This teacher enjoys having all of our charging needs met from one, central location. My students love the \"magic\" of the automatic electric pencil sharpeners, while I love how safe and efficent they are. Truly, your donation has been so powerful!","fullyFundedDate":1758836695080,"projectUrl":"project/its-electric/9734853/","projectTitle":"It's Electric!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. C. Thomas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7452296_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691696605353","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/colleen-thomas"},{"teacherId":7127574,"projectId":10101873,"letterContent":"Our SOL Olympic Dash turned out to be an incredible experience for our classroom! With the new resources, we transformed our test prep into an engaging, high-energy series of activities where students rotated through \"events\" aligned to key standards. Instead of traditional review, they collaborated, competed, and problem-solved in ways that made the learning stick.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials and setup, their excitement was immediate—they were energized, curious, and eager to participate. Even more meaningful, this enthusiasm spread to teachers as well. The atmosphere in our classroom shifted from routine test prep to something truly dynamic and motivating.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been clear: our students' confidence has grown, and we've already seen a noticeable jump in their weekly test scores. They're retaining more, participating more, and supporting one another in their learning.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we're building on this momentum by continuing to use these resources in small-group rotations and targeted review sessions. Our next step is to incorporate student-led challenges, where they design their own \"Olympic events\" to reinforce key concepts and take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for giving our students not just materials, but an experience that reignited excitement and made a real difference in their achievement!","fullyFundedDate":1773773337569,"projectUrl":"project/going-for-gold-our-olympic-dash-to-test/10101873/","projectTitle":"Going for Gold: Our Olympic Dash to Testing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hawkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7127574_orig.png?crop=256,256,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767893446727","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-hawkins-oves"},{"teacherId":7127574,"projectId":10065523,"letterContent":"Camp Literacy Night was truly unforgettable for our classroom community! Thanks to your generosity, we transformed our space into a magical, camp-themed literacy experience filled with tents, glowing lanterns, cozy door fringe, and even a \"campfire\" feel with s'mores and marshmallows. These resources helped us create an inviting environment where reading felt like an adventure.\r\n\r\nOur students and their families rotated through a variety of literacy games and activities designed to build reading skills in fun, meaningful ways. One especially memorable moment was watching students eagerly participate in the book swap—excitedly sharing stories they loved and picking out new ones to take home. It was powerful to see them take ownership of their reading and recommend books to one another with such confidence and joy.\r\n\r\nWhen students first walked in and saw the setup, their faces lit up with excitement. Many of them couldn't believe their gym had been transformed into a \"campground,\" and that sense of wonder carried throughout the entire evening. Parents shared how much they appreciated being included and having simple, engaging ways to support literacy at home.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students didn't just have a fun night—they left with their \"literacy tanks full,\" inspired and motivated to keep reading. Camp Literacy Night sparked a deeper love of reading, and we're excited to keep that momentum going every day in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this meaningful experience possible!","fullyFundedDate":1772748017838,"projectUrl":"project/smore-reading-under-the-stars/10065523/","projectTitle":"S'more Reading Under the Stars","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hawkins","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7127574_orig.png?crop=256,256,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767893446727","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-hawkins-oves"},{"teacherId":7752165,"projectId":9703251,"letterContent":"Your donations have made a powerful difference in the lives of our coding club students. Because of the robots you provided, students are no longer just learning about coding—they are experiencing it firsthand. They eagerly design, test, and revise their programs, watching their ideas come to life through movement and action. This hands-on learning has sparked excitement and curiosity, even in students who were once unsure about technology. Many have grown more confident in their abilities, taking pride in solving problems and celebrating their successes along the way.\r\n\r\nBeyond technical skills, the robots have helped students develop important life skills such as teamwork, perseverance, and creative thinking. They collaborate to troubleshoot challenges, share ideas, and support one another, building a strong sense of community within the club. For many students, this experience has opened their eyes to new possibilities for their future, inspiring an interest in STEM fields they may not have considered before. Your generosity has truly expanded their opportunities and helped them see themselves as capable creators, thinkers, and innovators.","fullyFundedDate":1762267649288,"projectUrl":"project/young-coders-club/9703251/","projectTitle":"Young Coders Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fultz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7752165_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1614569899433","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephaniefultz"},{"teacherId":8805078,"projectId":8004180,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our art project. Because of your support, our students were able to explore important ideas about recycling and caring for our environment in a creative and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWe began by reading books that helped us understand how everyday items—like plastic bags—can end up in our oceans and harm wildlife. This sparked thoughtful conversations about how we can make better choices and take responsibility for protecting our planet.\r\n\r\nInspired by what we learned, students created beautiful art projects using vibrant blue paper and a variety of materials to represent water, recycling, and environmental care. 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