{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Racine Alternative Education Program","outOfStateSupporters":24.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8913625,"projectId":10234788,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. My students and I are incredibly grateful for your generous support in providing classroom supplies such as markers, folders, and other essential materials. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our daily learning environment and has helped ensure that every student has the tools they need to be successful.\r\n\r\nWe have been using these supplies throughout all areas of our classroom, including writing activities, math lessons, independent work, and group projects. Having access to quality materials has allowed students to fully participate in hands-on learning experiences and take pride in the work they produce. One moment that stands out was during a writing activity when students eagerly used their new markers to illustrate and enhance their stories. Their excitement and pride in their finished work was truly wonderful to see.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first received the new supplies, their reactions were full of excitement and gratitude. Many students immediately began organizing their folders, testing out the markers, and sharing materials with classmates. There was a strong sense of ownership and responsibility as they recognized these tools were helping them learn and grow.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue using these supplies to support daily instruction, creative projects, and organized learning routines. Students will also learn how to care for and manage their materials responsibly, reinforcing independence and respect for shared classroom resources. These next steps will help strengthen both academic skills and classroom community.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and support. Your contributions are helping my students stay engaged, organized, and excited about learning each and every day.","fullyFundedDate":1778061955450,"projectUrl":"project/every-student-every-supply/10234788/","projectTitle":"“Every Student, Every Supply”","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jacobsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8913625_orig.jpg?crop=423,423,x0,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750441231909","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8913625"},{"teacherId":8913625,"projectId":10265312,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. My students and I are truly grateful for your generous support in providing hygiene products for our classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our daily routines and has helped students feel more comfortable, confident, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the hygiene items throughout the school day as part of our wellness routines and personal care support. These products have helped ensure that students have access to basic necessities that support both their physical well-being and emotional confidence. Whether used after recess, during transitions, or as part of our daily self-care practices, these items have contributed to a healthier and more positive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first received the hygiene products, their reactions were appreciative and respectful. Many students expressed gratitude and immediately recognized how important these items are for feeling clean, comfortable, and prepared for the day. It was a meaningful moment that helped reinforce the importance of self-care and dignity for every student.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue to incorporate hygiene supports into our classroom routines and discussions about personal responsibility, health, and wellness. Students will also learn more about the importance of daily self-care habits and how these practices contribute to their confidence and readiness to learn. These next steps will help build lifelong skills that extend beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and compassion. Your support is helping my students feel cared for, respected, and empowered every day.","fullyFundedDate":1778008953752,"projectUrl":"project/feeling-fresh/10265312/","projectTitle":"Feeling Fresh!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jacobsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8913625_orig.jpg?crop=423,423,x0,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750441231909","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8913625"},{"teacherId":8913625,"projectId":9987010,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. My students and I are incredibly grateful for your generous support in providing resources for Empowering Students Through Sensory Regulation. Your contribution has had a meaningful and immediate impact on our classroom by helping students better understand and manage their emotions, bodies, and learning readiness.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the sensory materials and tools throughout the school day during academic work, transitions, and social-emotional learning time. These resources have become an important part of helping students recognize when they need support and giving them healthy, effective ways to self-regulate. One powerful moment that stands out was when a student who typically struggles with frustration independently chose a sensory tool, used it appropriately, and returned to their work with renewed focus and calm. Moments like these reflect real growth in independence and self-awareness.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the sensory regulation tools, their reactions were full of curiosity and excitement. They were eager to explore each item and quickly began sharing how certain tools helped them feel calm, focused, or ready to learn. There was a strong sense of comfort and pride in knowing they had access to supports that met their individual needs.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue to integrate sensory regulation strategies into daily routines, including calm-down spaces, structured sensory breaks, and personalized coping tools. Students will also be taught to identify their emotional states and choose appropriate strategies independently. These next steps will help strengthen their emotional regulation, resilience, and ability to engage successfully in learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and investment in our classroom. Your support is helping my students grow not only academically, but also in confidence, self-awareness, and lifelong self-regulation skills.","fullyFundedDate":1778031541253,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-students-through-sensory-regu/9987010/","projectTitle":"Empowering Students Through Sensory Regulation","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jacobsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8913625_orig.jpg?crop=423,423,x0,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750441231909","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8913625"},{"teacherId":8913625,"projectId":10195878,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. My students and I are truly grateful for your generous support in helping us create The Kindness Cart: Sharing Care Every Day. This resource has already made a meaningful impact on our school community by helping students feel supported, valued, and connected to one another.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the Kindness Cart as a way to encourage positive choices, celebrate student effort, and promote a culture of kindness throughout the school day. Students have the opportunity to select small snacks or items from the cart to share with peers or to enjoy after demonstrating kindness, responsibility, or perseverance. It has quickly become a powerful tool for reinforcing positive behavior and building a sense of community in the classroom.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the Kindness Cart, their excitement was immediate and heartfelt. They were proud to be part of something centered around kindness and giving. Many students shared ideas right away about how they could earn items for the cart or how they could use it to encourage others. It was a moment filled with enthusiasm, ownership, and genuine care for one another.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue to build routines around the Kindness Cart by incorporating it into our social-emotional learning lessons and classroom community meetings. Students will also take on roles such as helping to restock the cart, recognizing acts of kindness in peers, and reflecting on their own positive choices. These next steps will help strengthen responsibility, empathy, and leadership skills while continuing to promote a supportive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. Your support is helping us create a classroom culture where students feel seen, valued, and inspired to care for one another every day.","fullyFundedDate":1778061971520,"projectUrl":"project/the-kindness-cart-sharing-care-every-da/10195878/","projectTitle":"The Kindness Cart: Sharing Care Every Day","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jacobsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8913625_orig.jpg?crop=423,423,x0,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750441231909","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8913625"},{"teacherId":8913625,"projectId":10234596,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. My students and I are incredibly grateful for your generous support in providing snacks for our classroom. These snacks have made a meaningful difference in our daily routine and have helped ensure that students feel cared for, focused, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the snacks during the school day as part of our structured breaks, transitions, and reward system for positive behavior and effort. They have also been especially helpful in supporting students who may not have had the opportunity to eat before school or who need a small boost of energy to stay engaged in learning. Having these snacks available has helped create a more positive and supportive classroom environment.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first received the snacks, their reactions were filled with excitement and appreciation. Many expressed gratitude right away, and there was a strong sense of community as they saw that their needs were being met in such a thoughtful way. It was a simple moment, but it carried a big impact in how valued and supported they felt.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue using the snacks to support student focus, motivation, and emotional regulation throughout the school day. They will remain part of our routines during learning stations, small group work, and designated break times. These next steps help reinforce healthy habits, responsibility, and appreciation for shared resources.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. Your support is helping my students stay engaged, feel cared for, and succeed both academically and socially.","fullyFundedDate":1778003540931,"projectUrl":"project/brain-fuel-for-busy-learners/10234596/","projectTitle":"Brain Fuel for Busy Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jacobsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8913625_orig.jpg?crop=423,423,x0,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750441231909","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8913625"},{"teacherId":8913625,"projectId":10044155,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. My students and I are truly grateful for your generous support in providing engaging books for our classroom. These resources have already had a meaningful impact on our learning environment and have sparked excitement and curiosity among my students.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the new books during whole-group read-alouds, small group instruction, and independent reading time. The stories have helped bring learning to life by encouraging imagination, strengthening reading comprehension skills, and building a love of reading. One special moment that stands out was when a group of students who are typically hesitant readers eagerly volunteered to read aloud passages from a new book series. Their confidence grew as they connected with the characters and shared their thoughts with peers.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new books, their excitement was immediate and heartfelt. Many of them gravitated toward the colorful covers and familiar topics, while others were thrilled to discover new genres and stories they had never explored before. There was a strong sense of ownership and pride as they carefully browsed the collection and began recommending books to one another.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue incorporating these engaging books into literacy stations, guided reading groups, and class discussions. Students will also begin completing reading response activities, such as character reflections, story retells, and creative writing extensions. These next steps will help deepen their comprehension, critical thinking, and overall enthusiasm for reading.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. Your support is helping my students grow as confident, curious, and motivated readers, and we are so appreciative of the role you play in our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1778015611777,"projectUrl":"project/opening-books-opening-minds/10044155/","projectTitle":"Opening Books, Opening Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jacobsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8913625_orig.jpg?crop=423,423,x0,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750441231909","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8913625"},{"teacherId":8913625,"projectId":9963954,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. My students and I are so grateful for your generous support in providing sensory toys and items for our classroom. These resources have already made a meaningful difference in our learning environment, daily routines, and students' ability to self-regulate.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the sensory tools throughout the school day during both academic instruction and social-emotional learning times. They have become an essential support for helping students manage emotions, maintain focus, and feel calm and ready to learn. One specific moment that stands out was during a transition period when a student who typically becomes overwhelmed was able to independently choose a sensory tool, use it appropriately, and return to learning without needing additional support. Seeing students begin to recognize what their bodies need and respond in positive ways has been incredibly powerful.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new sensory items, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to explore everything, from fidgets and textured items to calming tools and visual supports. Many students expressed joy and curiosity, and there was a strong sense of comfort knowing they had new tools available to help them feel safe and regulated in the classroom.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue to intentionally incorporate the sensory resources into daily routines, including calm-down stations, break options, and structured regulation time. Students will also be taught specific strategies for identifying when they need a sensory break and which tools best support their individual needs. These next steps will help strengthen their independence, self-awareness, and emotional regulation skills, both in and out of the classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and investment in our classroom community. Your support is helping my students grow in confidence, self-regulation, and readiness to learn in such meaningful ways.","fullyFundedDate":1776364146150,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-self-regulation-through-senso/9963954/","projectTitle":"Supporting Self-Regulation Through Sensory Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jacobsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8913625_orig.jpg?crop=423,423,x0,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750441231909","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8913625"},{"teacherId":8913625,"projectId":9966245,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. My students and I are so grateful for your generous support in providing board games for our classroom. These resources have already made a meaningful difference in our learning environment and daily routines.\r\n\r\nWe have been using the board games during both academic centers and social-emotional learning time. They have become a powerful tool for building teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. One specific moment that stands out was during a small group activity when students who typically struggle with peer interaction worked together to complete a strategy game. Watching them take turns, encourage one another, and celebrate small successes was truly incredible. It was a moment that showed real growth in patience, cooperation, and confidence.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new board games, their excitement was immediate and contagious. They were eager to explore each game, ask questions, and start playing right away. Many of them expressed that they had never seen some of the games before, and they took great pride in being trusted to use them responsibly in the classroom.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue integrating the board games into structured learning stations focused on critical thinking, math fluency, reading comprehension, and social skills development. Students will also begin rotating roles within their groups—such as rule reader, score keeper, and team encourager—to build leadership and accountability skills. These next steps will help deepen their understanding not only of the games themselves, but also of how to work respectfully and effectively with others.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and investment in our classroom community. Your support is helping my students grow academically, socially, and emotionally in such meaningful ways.","fullyFundedDate":1776452675956,"projectUrl":"project/board-games-for-brighter-days/9966245/","projectTitle":"Board Games for Brighter Days","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Jacobsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8913625_orig.jpg?crop=423,423,x0,y18&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1750441231909","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8913625"},{"teacherId":8913625,"projectId":10115078,"letterContent":"Our students were so excited when they saw the new resources arrive. Knowing that they would be able to help create snack baskets for classmates and families in need gave them a real sense of purpose and compassion. It created meaningful conversations about kindness, community, and helping others.\r\n\r\nOne special classroom moment was watching students work together to organize, sort, and pack the snack items into take-home baskets. They took pride in making sure each basket was filled with care, knowing it could make a difference for another student over the weekend.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, our students will continue learning the importance of service, empathy, and giving back. They will help plan, organize, and prepare future snack baskets while also discussing ways we can continue supporting our school community. 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