{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Tukwila Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10225436,"projectId":9816188,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support. The new materials have already brought so much joy and excitement into our classroom. We began our first project by making bracelets for someone special—whether a family member or a friend—and my kindergarteners could not have been more thrilled. Their faces absolutely lit up when they saw all the beads, colors, and charms they could choose from. It has been incredibly sweet to watch their little smiles as they concentrate so carefully, knowing they are creating something handmade for someone they love. You can truly see their hearts in their work as they thoughtfully pick each bead and design their own patterns.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping make these meaningful moments possible. These resources have allowed my students to express love, creativity, and gratitude in such a personal way. We will continue building on these skills through more hands-on projects, encouraging students to explore new materials and create even more thoughtful gifts in the coming weeks. Your support has made our classroom a place where kindness, creativity, and connection continue to grow every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1761275080292,"projectUrl":"project/made-with-love-handmade-gifts-from-the/9816188/","projectTitle":"Made with Love: Handmade Gifts from the Heart","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10225436_orig.jpg?crop=613,613,x0,y75&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756233900773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10225436"},{"teacherId":10225436,"projectId":9868667,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! The projector has helped my students share their work and learning with the whole class in a much clearer and more meaningful way. Because of your generosity, my kindergarteners are engaging more with one another's ideas, asking thoughtful questions, and celebrating their classmates' work. This setup has also given many students the confidence to take on leadership roles. Students are standing proudly at the front of the room, explaining their thinking, and feeling comfortable presenting their work. It has truly helped them grow as communicators and young learners.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I am so grateful for how much easier it is to model step-by-step directions during art projects, writing lessons, and math games. The clearer projection has made our lessons smoother, more interactive, and more accessible for all students. Thank you again for making such a meaningful difference in the way my students learn, share, and shine every day.","fullyFundedDate":1763116866397,"projectUrl":"project/from-table-to-smart-board-learning-in-f/9868667/","projectTitle":"From Table to Smart Board: Learning in Full View","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10225436_orig.jpg?crop=613,613,x0,y75&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756233900773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10225436"},{"teacherId":10225436,"projectId":9901431,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation and generosity. When the magnetic tiles arrived, my students were immediately drawn to them. During our learning-through-play time, students work together to build buses, houses, towers, and all kinds of imaginative structures. They quickly discovered that building with magnetic tiles takes perseverance—sometimes the magnets fall or their designs collapse. Instead of giving up, they try again, problem-solve together, and cheer when their creations finally stand tall. For kindergarteners, these moments are essential; play is truly the way they learn best.\r\n\r\nThese tiles have also become an important tool for teaching kindergarteners how to share, take turns, communicate, and collaborate. I've seen groups plan their designs, divide materials fairly, and encourage one another when something doesn't work. Through this hands-on play, students are naturally building foundational STEM skills as they explore balance, shapes, strength, and stability. This kind of learning is especially important at this age—it helps them develop social-emotional skills, language skills, and early engineering thinking all at once.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has truly made an impact on my young learners. As we continue using these magnetic tiles, students will take on more building challenges and use their creations in storytelling, problem-solving, and group projects. Thank you again for supporting our classroom and giving my kindergarteners the opportunity to learn, create, and grow through meaningful play every day.","fullyFundedDate":1763563844275,"projectUrl":"project/building-bright-minds-one-tile-at-a-tim/9901431/","projectTitle":"Building Bright Minds, One Tile at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10225436_orig.jpg?crop=613,613,x0,y75&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756233900773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10225436"},{"teacherId":10225436,"projectId":9857541,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom water bottle project. Since receiving the new bottles, my kindergartners have been using them every single day—and they are so proud of them. They also had so much fun using the donated stickers to decorate their water bottles!\r\n\r\nOne of our first activities was a \"Hydration Station\" routine, where students practiced refilling their bottles, placing them at their tables, and checking in with each other to make sure everyone was ready for learning. It quickly became a favorite part of our morning, and it has helped students stay focused and energized throughout the day.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the water bottles, their excitement was unforgettable. Many immediately chose \"their\" bottle, hugged it, or held it up to show their friends. A few students who didn't have one of their own at home kept saying, \"This is mine?\" with the biggest smiles. Moments like those reminded me just how meaningful your support is.\r\n\r\nWe're currently working on a unit about healthy habits—how to take care of our bodies, our classroom, and each other. The water bottles are playing a big role in this unit as students build routines, practice independence, and learn why staying hydrated matters. \r\n\r\nThank you again for helping my students feel cared for, included, and ready to learn. Your generosity continues to make a real, daily difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1761931357811,"projectUrl":"project/hydrated-and-ready-to-learn/9857541/","projectTitle":"Hydrated and Ready to Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10225436_orig.jpg?crop=613,613,x0,y75&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756233900773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10225436"},{"teacherId":10225436,"projectId":9781087,"letterContent":"Since receiving the new soap dispenser and cleaning supplies, my students have been washing their hands more than ever! Before, our soap dispenser was mounted high on the wall, and most of my kindergartners were too short to reach it. Now that there is a dispenser placed right next to the faucet, they can easily access it on their own. This small change has made a big difference—students feel proud and capable of taking care of themselves.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new soap dispenser filled and ready to use, their faces lit up with excitement! They were thrilled to be able to wash their hands independently, and many even commented on how \"easy\" it was now. It's wonderful to see them taking initiative and building confidence in such an important routine.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, my students are staying cleaner and healthier, especially during this fall and winter season when germs spread quickly. With these supplies, we're creating healthy habits that will keep them in school, learning, and feeling their best every day.","fullyFundedDate":1760546743072,"projectUrl":"project/shine-bright-in-a-germ-free-light/9781087/","projectTitle":"Shine Bright in a Germ-Free Light","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10225436_orig.jpg?crop=613,613,x0,y75&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756233900773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10225436"},{"teacherId":10225436,"projectId":9753511,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous donations, our new classroom easel and chart paper have truly transformed the way my kindergarteners share their thinking and ideas. We use the easel every day during lessons — from writing our morning messages to brainstorming ideas during story time and recording what we've learned in science.\r\n\r\nWhen my students first saw the new easel, their eyes lit up! They were so excited to see their names, drawings, and words written big for everyone to see. It made their learning feel important and visible. Now, our classroom walls will be filled with anchor charts showing their ideas, goals, and collaborative thinking — a visual reminder that their voices matter.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our kindergarteners see their ideas come to life every day!","fullyFundedDate":1760107735700,"projectUrl":"project/big-ideas-on-big-paper/9753511/","projectTitle":"Big Ideas on Big Paper!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Chu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10225436_orig.jpg?crop=613,613,x0,y75&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756233900773","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10225436"},{"teacherId":2902779,"projectId":9280361,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our PBL History project has brought history to life in exciting, hands-on ways for my students. Instead of passively reading about explorers, colonists, or westward expansion, students are now actively engaging with the past through interactive resources like History Pockets and Seaman's Journal. These materials allow them to create, build, and debate as historians making connections between historical events and their own lives. The Smithsonian STEAM reader on designing national parks has also been a big hit, linking history with environmental science and sparking interest in how humans shape and protect the land around us.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is the chance to work on projects that feel like real-world tasks. The This or That? Debate book has become a classroom favorite, giving students the chance to argue different sides of historical questions in lively discussions. Even students who were reluctant to participate in social studies before are now leaning in, eager to share their opinions and back them up with evidence. One student who often struggles with reading comprehension has especially warmed to the Explorers of North America pocket activities by cutting, pasting, and creating interactive notebooks, he has been able to demonstrate his learning in ways that make him feel successful.\r\n\r\nThese resources are transforming history from something abstract into something tangible, engaging, and memorable. With your support, my students are not only learning key content about Washington, explorers, and westward expansion, but also practicing critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. Thank you for helping my classroom become a place where history is more than a subject, it's an adventure in discovery.","fullyFundedDate":1749168689963,"projectUrl":"project/pbl-history/9280361/","projectTitle":"PBL History","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kodis-Fisher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2902779_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1545244119977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sckfisher"},{"teacherId":2902779,"projectId":9280174,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our Big Kid Organizational Tools project has made a huge difference in helping my students take ownership of their learning. The binders, dividers, and pencil pouches have given each student the tools to stay organized and prepared, which has boosted both their confidence and independence. Having their own materials, like the plastic envelopes has allowed students to keep track of assignments, projects, and personal supplies in a way that feels both manageable and grown-up. These organizational tools have helped transform our classroom routines, reducing lost materials and increasing valuable learning time.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is that they now feel like \"big kids\" with real systems for keeping their work in order. Many love the colorful pouches and key tags because they can personalize them and make their supplies feel unique. One student in particular, who often struggled to stay on top of his assignments, has embraced his binder system with pride, he now eagerly shows me how his work is divided and stored neatly with the tabs. Another student has started using the drawstring bag as her \"project kit,\" keeping her drafts, notes, and art supplies all in one place so she never falls behind.\r\n\r\nThese tools are helping students build habits of responsibility and organization that will serve them far beyond this school year. By providing them with the right supplies, you've given my class the gift of structure, independence, and pride in their learning. Thank you for making it possible for my students to grow not only academically but also in the life skills they will carry with them into the future.","fullyFundedDate":1750993583137,"projectUrl":"project/big-kid-organization-tools/9280174/","projectTitle":"Big Kid Organization Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kodis-Fisher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2902779_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1545244119977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sckfisher"},{"teacherId":2902779,"projectId":8979932,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our Inspirational Exemplar Books project has filled our classroom with stories that spark imagination, celebrate diversity, and inspire students to see themselves as creators, problem-solvers, and leaders. These books go beyond traditional reading practice, they help students develop empathy, curiosity, and confidence by introducing them to new perspectives and possibilities. Titles like Never Stop Wondering and All You Can Imagine encourage creative thinking, while stories such as Just Ask! and The Year We Learned to Fly empower students to embrace their individuality and resilience.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most is how relatable and engaging these stories are. They love hearing about characters who overcome challenges, celebrate differences, and explore the wonders of the world. Several students have especially connected with Lila Greer, Teacher of the Year, which inspired lively discussions about creativity and persistence in learning. Others were fascinated by the Pacific Northwest fairy tale retellings, which helped them see familiar places reflected in new and magical ways. One student who rarely volunteered in discussions proudly shared a personal connection after reading What Does It Mean to Be Global?, opening the door to meaningful conversations about culture, community, and identity.\r\n\r\nThese books are not only inspiring students but also strengthening our classroom community. By providing access to such a rich variety of stories, you've given my students models of curiosity, courage, and kindness that they can carry into their own lives. Thank you for helping us create a classroom library that motivates students to read, wonder, and dream big every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1733866962522,"projectUrl":"project/inspirational-exemplar-books/8979932/","projectTitle":"Inspirational Exemplar Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kodis-Fisher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2902779_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1545244119977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sckfisher"},{"teacherId":2902779,"projectId":8974570,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Cooperation and Creativity project has opened new opportunities for students to learn important skills through play and hands-on exploration. The addition of classic games like Mancala, Jenga, and UNO has given my students engaging ways to practice teamwork, problem-solving, and strategy while having fun together. The puzzle and craft scissors have sparked creativity and collaboration, encouraging students to use their imagination while also practicing fine motor skills and persistence. These materials are more than just games or tools, they are helping students build the social and cognitive skills they need for both school and life.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students has been the chance to work together in new ways. Many of them are thrilled to play familiar games in a classroom setting and discover how those games connect to skills like planning ahead, cooperating with others, and adapting strategies when things don't go as expected. One student who often struggles to connect with peers has especially warmed to UNO, and it has become his favorite activity during our class choice time, he now invites others to join and has built friendships through the shared experience. Another group of students has been using Jenga not only for the original game but also to create their own challenges, showing how creativity flourishes when they feel ownership over their learning.\r\n\r\nThis project has helped transform our classroom into a space where cooperation, creativity, and joy are at the heart of learning. By providing these materials, you've given students tools to strengthen relationships, think critically, and express themselves in meaningful ways. Thank you for investing in both the social and academic growth of my students!","fullyFundedDate":1740969213608,"projectUrl":"project/cooperation-and-creativity/8974570/","projectTitle":"Cooperation and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kodis-Fisher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2902779_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1545244119977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sckfisher"},{"teacherId":2902779,"projectId":8974355,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our Visual Inspirations project has transformed our classroom into a more welcoming, motivating, and creative learning space. The posters, banners, and visual tools now serve as daily reminders of important skills and values whether it's the steps of the writing process, the celebration of diversity, or affirmations of kindness and perseverance. The Map of the world has been especially exciting for students, who love being able to see where places we read about in stories or discuss in class are located. Having it in a format that is hands-on, durable, and interactive has made geography come alive in a way that textbooks alone cannot.\r\n\r\nWhat excites my students most about these new resources is how they brighten our classroom environment and give them instant reference points during learning. The writing posters have been a big hit with students who sometimes struggle to organize their ideas they now have a visual roadmap right on the wall to guide their work. The diversity and affirmation posters have sparked meaningful conversations about respect, inclusion, and self-expression, creating a classroom culture where every student feels seen and valued. One student who is often shy about sharing his writing proudly pointed to the RACES strategy poster during a lesson, showing his classmates the steps he had followed to complete his response.\r\n\r\nThese visual inspirations are doing more than decorating the room they are shaping how students think, learn, and feel about themselves and others. By giving my students tools to visualize the writing process, see themselves reflected in positive messages, and explore the larger world around them, you have helped create a learning space where inspiration and confidence flourish daily. Thank you for giving my students an environment that truly supports both their academic and personal growth!","fullyFundedDate":1739466461929,"projectUrl":"project/visual-learning-inspiration/8974355/","projectTitle":"Visual Learning Inspiration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kodis-Fisher","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2902779_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1545244119977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sckfisher"},{"teacherId":2902779,"projectId":8974152,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our Experiential Learning Items project has brought hands-on science to life for my students. Instead of just reading about concepts in a textbook, students are now able to actively investigate, question, and discover through real-world experiments. The owl pellets, complete with bone charts, forceps, and probes, have given students the chance to act like scientists carefully dissecting, sorting, and identifying bones while learning about food chains and ecosystems. The protective glasses and nitrile gloves have made the experience feel even more authentic, teaching students not only about science but also about lab safety and professionalism.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part for students has been the chance to get \"up close and personal\" with real materials. Many couldn't believe that the bones inside the owl pellets were genuine, and their sense of wonder grew as they pieced together tiny skeletons. Even students who are usually hesitant in science have jumped right in, feeling more confident because they were equipped with the proper tools. One student in particular, who often hangs back during group work, proudly led his team through their owl pellet dissection, carefully labeling each bone with the chart provided. The soda bottles also created a spark of curiosity, giving us the ability to run multiple experiments in small groups, which encouraged collaboration and made every student feel included.\r\n\r\nThis project has transformed our classroom into a true science lab. Students are more engaged, more curious, and more willing to take risks in their learning. They see themselves as scientists, capable of making discoveries and handling real tools. Your support has not only enriched our lessons but also sparked a lasting excitement for science. 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