{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Louisa Boren K-8 STEM School","outOfStateSupporters":31.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10307588,"projectId":9814639,"letterContent":"I would like to thank each of you for choosing to help us buy copies of the book Rez Ball for our 8th grade Language Arts class. It was, to put it in sporting terms, a big winner. The book appealed to lots of different kinds of students in different ways. One way to look at it was by the composition of the self-selected Socratic seminar groups. \r\n\r\nAfter reading and annotating on their own and coming up with questions regarding the most recent reading, students got into their discussion groups and let the questions fly. At one point in class, a large group of boys who all play basketball or soccer were having a spirited debate about the protagonist's relationship with his teammates, and whether they were healthy. A group of high-achieving girls was wrapped in a deep questioning of the ethics of three characters – Tre was interested in Khiana. Khiana seemed interested in Tre. Khiana surprisingly \"friend zoned\" Tre, then started a relationship with Tre's best friend, Wes. The drama! The best part was hearing the girls lament the quality of the author's prose, then curse him for drawing them in to this love triangle drama, then forgive him as it was his first novel. Bless them. The next most enjoyable moment for me was to hear these two groups trade topics. The boys took Tre and Wes and Khiana to task, and the girls explored the basketball team culture. These moments are just a snippet of the high-level discourse our 8th graders were involved in. I thought I was listening to a college seminar class.\r\n \r\nI know a book is good when I hear such conversations, and I know it makes a difference to individual kids when I read what they write about it in their journals. At least 5 or 6 (I should say 6 or 7 to stay current) wrote that it was one of the most enjoyable books they've read. Some said it was one of the only books they've actually read. Several of them thanked me for choosing it. Which means they're thanking you for making it possible for everyone to read it together. It's a good book. But what made it a great book was that everyone had their own copy to keep. That allowed me to assign and read their annotations, which all but ensured that everyone kept up with the reading and read fairly deeply, or deeper than they would have otherwise. And writing their own discussion questions got everyone somewhat invested in the discussion before it started. Because of all this, they were able to experience the book, and engage in literary conversation, at a level that I would guess is unusual at this age. So, donor, you did that. Well done! And thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1764631230074,"projectUrl":"project/books-basketball-and-belonging-in-eigh/9814639/","projectTitle":"Books, Basketball, and Belonging in Eighth Grade ELA","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jeff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10307588"},{"teacherId":228416,"projectId":9270301,"letterContent":"Whew!!!! Sorry it took so long - we finally were able to start using our amazing new MakeyMakey sets this week, and we are so excited about them! Today, we learned all about what a MakeyMakey is (a way to turn everyday objects into a working electrical circuit), and we held a search of materials around the room to determine which of them are conductive. So far, we think that tin foil is conductive, along with metal nails, play dough, even our own bodies. We are going to choose one of these materials to create our own Flappy Bird controllers. We wish you could hear the excitement and squeals that are coming from this room! Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1755042966450,"projectUrl":"project/building-circuits-and-playing-games-with/9270301/","projectTitle":"Building Circuits and Playing Games with Makey Makey!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trudel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp228416_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1479788873801","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/trudel"},{"teacherId":228416,"projectId":9218028,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation of our brand new cardboard cutters. They have made the perfect addition to our makerspace building station and kids are using them every day! A group of three students are assigned to our makerspace station each day of the week. Some weeks there is an assigned project or activity the kids need to work on, and sometimes they can build whatever they want! Whatever they are making, the kids are well supplied and are limited only by their imagination. My favorite part of this station is that we have had no injuries yet!!!! Thanks again for these great supplies!","fullyFundedDate":1744032967726,"projectUrl":"project/cardboard-cutters-for-little-hands/9218028/","projectTitle":"Cardboard Cutters for Little Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Trudel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp228416_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1479788873801","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/trudel"},{"teacherId":8138351,"projectId":8953938,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our K–5 classroom has become a space full of imagination, collaboration, and joy. When the materials arrived, the kids lit up, one even said, \"This is the best day ever!\" They immediately got to work creating everything from tall towers to imaginary worlds.\r\n\r\nThese silly little hashtag blocks have inspired creative thinking and teamwork across all grade levels. Students are planning, building, problem-solving, and sharing ideas with confidence and excitement.\r\n\r\nUp next, I'll keep encouraging them to dream big and bring their ideas to life. Thank you for helping spark their creativity, you've made a real difference!","fullyFundedDate":1741397689739,"projectUrl":"project/hashtag-lets-get-innovative/8953938/","projectTitle":"Hashtag, Let's Get Innovative","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sawade","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8138351_orig.jpg?crop=360,360,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1638230533757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8138351"},{"teacherId":8868254,"projectId":7054364,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our classroom. Thanks to your support, my students are now equipped with individual book bags for their independent reading and headphones for their iPads.\r\n\r\nThese resources are already making a difference in the classroom. The book bags have given my students a sense of ownership over their reading, and the headphones are enhancing their ability to focus and engage with digital learning tools. Your donation has truly empowered them to become more independent learners, and I can see the positive impact it's having on their education.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the potential of these young minds and for helping create an environment where they can thrive. Your kindness is truly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1679876117485,"projectUrl":"project/reach-for-the-stars-and-read-to-them-too/7054364/","projectTitle":"Reach for the Stars and Read to Them Too!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. McCracken","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8868254_orig.jpg?crop=1448,1448,x0,y395&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747849484459","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8868254"},{"teacherId":8138351,"projectId":8503392,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our students—some of the most resilient, creative, and inspiring young artists in Seattle Public Schools—have the opportunity to see their artwork beautifully displayed in our Distinct Art Show. Your support provides the picture frames that elevate their pieces from classroom projects to true gallery-worthy masterpieces, honoring their voices, talents, and limitless potential.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, who experience the biggest disabilities our district can serve, this will be their first time seeing their work celebrated in a professional way. The moment they see their artwork framed and hanging on the walls, their eyes light up with pride. They beam with excitement, pointing and showing off their pieces to family and friends. \r\n\r\nThis art show is more than just an exhibition—it is a statement of inclusion, empowerment, and artistic brilliance. These students are often furthest from academic justice, yet their creativity knows no limits. Your donation makes it possible for their work to be seen and valued in a way that rarely happens in traditional academic settings.\r\n\r\nIn the past, this show has inspired our students to continue exploring their artistic voices. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our students and for helping us showcase their incredible talents to the world. Our art show is in June, but here are pictures from last year. Your frames will make all of the difference in the world. 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