{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Union Primary School","outOfStateSupporters":42.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9371233,"projectId":10555850,"letterContent":"A color printer would make a tremendous difference in my first-grade classroom! Having the ability to print colorful, engaging learning materials will help bring lessons to life and make learning even more exciting for my students. From phonics activities and math centers to classroom visuals, games, and hands-on projects, a color printer will allow me to create materials that capture students' attention and support different learning needs.\r\n\r\nBeing able to print resources right in my classroom will also give me the flexibility to create activities that match exactly what my students are learning and where they need extra practice. Your generosity will help make learning more engaging, hands-on, and fun for my first graders. Thank you for investing in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1788481316272,"projectUrl":"project/bring-learning-to-life-in-color/10555850/","projectTitle":"Bring Learning to Life in Color!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shupe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371233_orig.png?crop=142,142,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778288457074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371233"},{"teacherId":9371233,"projectId":10413079,"letterContent":"Receiving these snacks will make a big difference in our first-grade classroom! Having snacks available helps ensure that students have the energy and focus they need to learn, participate, and make the most of their school day. For some students, a classroom snack may be especially important when they don't have one packed from home.\r\n\r\nThese snacks will help keep little tummies full, minds ready to learn, and smiles on our students' faces. Your generosity helps create a caring classroom where students feel supported and ready to succeed. Thank you for helping take care of our little learners!","fullyFundedDate":1792599216706,"projectUrl":"project/helping-hungry-minds-learn/10413079/","projectTitle":"Helping Hungry Minds Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shupe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371233_orig.png?crop=142,142,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778288457074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371233"},{"teacherId":9371233,"projectId":10205833,"letterContent":"These books will make a meaningful difference in my first-grade classroom by helping students develop a love of reading while building important literacy skills. Having access to a variety of engaging books will allow my students to explore new stories, build vocabulary, strengthen reading comprehension, and grow their confidence as readers.\r\n\r\nFor some students, these books will provide opportunities to practice reading independently, while others will enjoy listening to stories and discovering new interests. Most importantly, these books will help create a classroom where reading is exciting, enjoyable, and something every child can feel successful doing.\r\n\r\nYour generosity will help put books into the hands of young readers and inspire a love of reading that can last a lifetime!","fullyFundedDate":1787142572274,"projectUrl":"project/opening-books-opening-worlds/10205833/","projectTitle":"Opening Books, Opening Worlds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Shupe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9371233_orig.png?crop=142,142,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1778288457074","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9371233"},{"teacherId":8638436,"projectId":10199717,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Outdoor Learning is Wild project. We began our year strengthening our gross motor skills by using the sporting equipment. The recreation ball, ring toss and activity cones made our outdoor activities fun and engaging. \r\nWe use our art supplies every week on Fun Fridays. We observe the world around us by taking nature walks and we paint what we see. We've had many stormy weather days in the past few weeks but with our project items, we can bring the outdoors in. My students have loved raking fall leaves in our room. \r\n\r\nWe have also used our bug sorting kits to practice sorting, counting, recognizing characteristics -similarity and differences, and colors. \r\n\r\nI can't wait to show them the animal foot prints kits when we enter that theme soon. I will be able to enjoy these items with my students for years to come due to your generosity and willingness to support young learners. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1786323121934,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-learning-is-wild/10199717/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Learning is Wild","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Greear","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8638436_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1661354920439","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8638436"},{"teacherId":10617272,"projectId":10554457,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generosity of our amazing donors, our classroom now has a laptop that is making a wonderful difference in our students' learning! In our small, rural community, access to technology is not always readily available. This laptop has opened new doors for my first graders by providing engaging, interactive learning opportunities that help strengthen their reading, math, and technology skills. It allows me to create exciting lessons, provide individualized instruction, and make learning more meaningful and fun for every student.","fullyFundedDate":1789573385631,"projectUrl":"project/technology-that-takes-our-students-beyon/10554457/","projectTitle":"Technology That Takes Our Students Beyond the Mountains","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10617272"},{"teacherId":1535202,"projectId":10744731,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our first-grade snack project! Your generosity means so much to me and my students. Having snacks available in our classroom helps keep our little learners happy, energized, and ready to learn throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nWhen my students saw the snacks, their faces lit up with excitement! They were so thankful and couldn't wait to enjoy them. It was heartwarming to see their smiles and hear their happy little voices. Something as simple as a snack can make such a big difference in helping children feel cared for, comfortable, and ready to do their best.\r\n\r\nWe will continue using these snacks to help fuel our busy days filled with reading, writing, math, and hands-on learning activities. Your kindness reminds my students that there are people in the community who care about them and want to see them succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a difference in our classroom and helping take care of my sweet first graders. We are so grateful for you! Your generosity means more than words can express!","fullyFundedDate":1792600001729,"projectUrl":"project/little-snacks-big-smiles-fueling-first/10744731/","projectTitle":"Little Snacks, Big Smiles: Fueling First Grade Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Aistrop","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1535202_orig.png?crop=550,550,x329,y554&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1787922173315","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1535202"},{"teacherId":9510785,"projectId":10426736,"letterContent":"A heartfelt thank-you to our wonderful donors for helping make this project possible! Our new rug has been a huge hit in our classroom. The students love the vibrant colors and this rug has already provided a comfortable, welcoming space where my Pre-K kiddos can gather! For my little three-year-olds, having a cozy place to sit and connect with their classmates makes such a difference in their daily learning experiences. Thank you for investing in our classroom and helping create a space where little learners can dream big! Your kindness means so much to me and my students!","fullyFundedDate":1787145372219,"projectUrl":"project/a-rug-for-little-learners-big-dreams/10426736/","projectTitle":"A Rug for Little Learners, Big Dreams","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9510785_orig.jpg?crop=950,950,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712942827391","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9510785"},{"teacherId":9510785,"projectId":10209514,"letterContent":"A heartfelt thank-you to our amazing donors for helping grow our Pre-K classroom library! Your generosity in providing books and book bins has given our little learners more opportunities to explore new stories, discover new interests, and develop a lifelong love of reading. These materials have helped us create an inviting, organized spaces where our students can independently choose books, build early literacy skills, and let their imaginations soar. Thank you for investing in our little learners and helping make our classroom a place where every child feels included, inspired, and excited to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1787145486971,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-turn-pages-into-possibilities/10209514/","projectTitle":"Help Us Turn Pages into Possibilities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9510785_orig.jpg?crop=950,950,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712942827391","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9510785"},{"teacherId":9510785,"projectId":10426667,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to our wonderful donors for supporting our project, \"Storytime Magic: Books, Puppets, and Playful Learning!\" These materials have brought so much excitement and joy to our Pre-K classroom. Our little learners are able to use their imaginations, build language and vocabulary skills, practice storytelling, and develop a love for reading through hands-on, interactive play. The books, puppets, and playful learning materials encourage even our shyest students to participate, express themselves, and use their creativity. Your generosity is helping us turn story time into a magical learning experience that our kiddos look forward to every day. Thank you for investing in our little learners and helping make learning fun, meaningful, and memorable!","fullyFundedDate":1787146103951,"projectUrl":"project/storytime-magic-books-puppets-and-pla/10426667/","projectTitle":"Storytime Magic: Books, Puppets, and Playful Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9510785_orig.jpg?crop=950,950,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712942827391","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9510785"},{"teacherId":9510785,"projectId":10308082,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for our new rocking chair! This chair has already meant so much to our little kiddos. It gives them a cozy, comforting place to sit, relax, enjoy a good book, and feel safe and loved. Sometimes, a little rocking and a few quiet moments are all a child needs to feel better, calm their bodies, or simply enjoy a special moment. Thank you for helping make our classroom feel even more like home and for giving our babies a little extra love and comfort throughout their day. We are so grateful for your kindness and for thinking of our little learners!","fullyFundedDate":1789589680419,"projectUrl":"project/a-cozy-chair-for-storytime-magic/10308082/","projectTitle":"A Cozy Chair for Storytime Magic","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roberts","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9510785_orig.jpg?crop=950,950,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1712942827391","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9510785"},{"teacherId":10617272,"projectId":10644077,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating snacks to our classroom through Donors Choose! Your generosity means so much to me and my students. Having snacks available helps keep my students happy, energized, and ready to learn throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nMy first graders are so excited and grateful to have these extra treats. Knowing they have a snack when they need one helps them stay focused and feel cared for. Your kindness makes a real difference in our classroom and reminds my students that there are people in their community who want to see them succeed.\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting our classroom and helping make our school days a little brighter. We truly appreciate your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1792609006886,"projectUrl":"project/snack-learn-grow-fueling-our-first-gr/10644077/","projectTitle":"Snack, Learn, Grow! Fueling Our First Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mabe","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10617272"},{"teacherId":10617272,"projectId":10741345,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in providing snacks for our first-grade classroom! Your kindness means so much to us. Having snacks available helps our students stay energized, focused, and ready to learn throughout the school day.\r\n\r\nFor little learners, a simple snack can make a big difference! Your donation helps ensure that my students have something to enjoy during snack time so they can return to their lessons feeling refreshed and ready to participate. It also allows us to create a caring classroom environment where students feel supported and cared for.\r\n\r\nMy students and I are so grateful for your thoughtfulness. 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