{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Starbuck International K-8 School","outOfStateSupporters":42.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10484278,"projectId":10212721,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students now have access to new resources that make learning more hands-on, engaging, and meaningful. We are using the materials regularly during classroom lessons, small-group activities, and independent work.\r\n\r\nOne special moment was when my students first saw the new materials. Their excitement was immediate—they were eager to explore, ask questions, and get started. It was wonderful to see students who can sometimes be hesitant to participate become curious and actively involved in the lesson.\r\n\r\nWe recently used the resources as part of a classroom project where students worked together to explore a new concept, share their ideas, and create something that demonstrated their learning. Having the right materials allowed them to move beyond simply reading or listening and actually experience the learning process.\r\n\r\nOur next step is to continue building on this project. Students will use what they have learned to complete their work, collaborate with their classmates, and reflect on what they discovered. Your support has helped create opportunities for my students to learn with greater confidence, curiosity, and enthusiasm.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping make these learning experiences possible. Your generosity truly makes a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1777982653250,"projectUrl":"project/5th-grade-ib/10212721/","projectTitle":"5th Grade IB","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Marting","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10484278"},{"teacherId":10011524,"projectId":10285572,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my DonorsChoose project and helping provide snacks and food for my students! Your generosity is going to make a real difference for kids who may come to school hungry or need something to take home for after school. Having snacks available means my students can focus on learning without having to worry about when they will get their next meal.\r\n\r\nI am incredibly grateful for your support. It may seem like something as simple as a snack, but for a student who is hungry, it can mean so much more. Thank you for helping me make sure my students feel cared for, supported, and ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1789034758671,"projectUrl":"project/full-bellies-ready-minds/10285572/","projectTitle":"Full Bellies, Ready Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. B","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10011524"},{"teacherId":9895873,"projectId":10038669,"letterContent":"A Big Thank You for Our New Flexible Seating!\r\n\r\nThese amazing flexible seating options have completely transformed our classroom layout and given my students the comfortable, dynamic environment they need to stay focused and engaged every day!\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes containing our Wobble Stools and bean bag chair arrived, the room erupted with excitement. The students couldn't wait to try them out! During a recent reading workshop, students who usually fidget or struggle to stay seated during independent reading were sitting calmly on the Wobble Stools, gently moving while staying completely absorbed in their books. The bean bag chair immediately became our designated \"Cozy Reading Spot\"—a cozy space that students eagerly take turns earning throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThe Wobble Stools provide sensory input and subtle movement, allowing energetic students to release extra energy without disrupting their classmates or losing focus on their work. The comfortable bean bag creates an inviting space for independent reading, quiet reflection, or collaborative work with a peer.\r\n\r\nNext Steps for Our Class\r\nWe are embarking on an upcoming research and writing unit, where students will be drafting their own short stories. Thanks to your support, my students now have flexible seating choices that keep them comfortable, regulated, and ready to do their best creative work!","fullyFundedDate":1778061999715,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-focus/10038669/","projectTitle":"Flexible Focus","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Woolf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9895873_orig.jpg?crop=654,654,x596,y333&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736972171435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9895873"},{"teacherId":9895873,"projectId":10227366,"letterContent":"A Big Thank You for Our Essential Classroom Supplies!\r\n\r\nThese incredible materials have brought energy, vibrant color, and daily comfort to our classroom. Having our room fully stocked with individual learning tools and personal care items keeps our days running smoothly!\r\n\r\nWhen the boxes arrived, the kids were thrilled. The moment we unpacked the Ohuhu double-sided whiteboards along with the vibrant EXPO and Mr. Sketch scented markers, the room lit up. During a recent math review, every student held up their whiteboard to show their work—giggling as they caught a whiff of the scented markers. The students were also super grateful for the case of wooden sticks! In our room, we use them as clean, single-use applicators so students can apply chapstick without spreading germs. They loved having a clean, easy way to stay comfortable during dry weather.\r\n\r\nThe 10,000 wooden sticks give students an easy, germ-free way to apply chapstick, keeping chapped lips from becoming a daily distraction.The mini whiteboard sets and dry-erase marker packs allow every single student to participate simultaneously during quick checks for understanding.With 500 pre-sharpened pencils, electric sharpeners, and silicone pen holders, students spend less time hunting for supplies and more time focused on learning.\r\n\r\nNext Steps for Our Class\r\nWe are diving into our upcoming geometry unit, where students will use their dry-erase boards to draw, modify, and calculate structural angles in real time. Thanks to your generosity, our classroom is healthy, comfortable, and fully equipped for hands-on discovery!","fullyFundedDate":1778062020711,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies/10227366/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Woolf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9895873_orig.jpg?crop=654,654,x596,y333&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736972171435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9895873"},{"teacherId":9895873,"projectId":10014178,"letterContent":"Air Quality Monitoring: The Shark Air Purifier works quietly in the background, keeping allergy triggers at bay and helping students stay focused and present.\r\n\r\nQuick Daily Sweeps: The lightweight BLACK+DECKER vacuum allows students to easily clear away stray dust and debris from small-group work areas without interrupting instruction.\r\n\r\nDeep Spill Solutions: The Bissell CrossWave handles our heaviest liquid and craft messes in seconds, keeping our floors spotless and safe for rug-time activities.","fullyFundedDate":1778062003822,"projectUrl":"project/floor-cleaning/10014178/","projectTitle":"Floor Cleaning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Woolf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9895873_orig.jpg?crop=654,654,x596,y333&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736972171435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9895873"},{"teacherId":9895873,"projectId":10227408,"letterContent":"A Big Thank You for Our Cleaner, Healthier Classroom!\r\n\r\nThese amazing new resources have completely transformed our daily routines and made our classroom a safer, brighter space to learn in every single day.\r\n\r\nWhen the large boxes arrived, my students were instantly buzzing with curiosity. When we unpacked the Shark Clean Sense Air Purifier, they watched in awe as the real-time display lit up, showing our room's air quality status. At the end of each day both the Bissell CrossWave and BLACK+DECKER Cordless Vacuum turned cleanup from a chore into a prized privilege. Students actually volunteer to tidy up, taking immense pride in taking care of our shared space!\r\n\r\n\r\nNext Steps for Our Class\r\nAs I moved into a new grade level students are still willing to help with taking care of our classroom! Thanks to your generosity, we have the tools to maintain a healthy, pristine learning environment all year long!","fullyFundedDate":1778061985478,"projectUrl":"project/germ-free-zone/10227408/","projectTitle":"Germ Free Zone","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Woolf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9895873_orig.jpg?crop=654,654,x596,y333&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736972171435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9895873"},{"teacherId":3872086,"projectId":10268274,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project! Your generosity has made a meaningful difference for our middle school students by providing resources that meet needs that can sometimes go unnoticed in the classroom.\r\n\r\nMiddle school is a time of tremendous growth and change. Having access to personal care items, snacks, and other everyday essentials helps our students feel comfortable, cared for, and ready to learn. Instead of worrying about whether they have what they need, students can focus on their education, friendships, activities, and goals.\r\n\r\nThese supplies have also helped create a classroom environment where students know they can ask for help without embarrassment. Something as simple as having a snack when they are hungry or a personal care item when they need one can make a huge difference in a student's ability to get through the school day with confidence and dignity.\r\n\r\nYour donation is doing more than providing supplies—it is sending our students an important message: **You matter. We see you. We care about you, and we want you to succeed.**\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us support the **whole child** and for reminding our students that their needs extend beyond academics. We are incredibly grateful for your partnership in making our school a place where every student feels supported, valued, and ready to learn!","fullyFundedDate":1778816279468,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-needs-go-beyond-the-classr/10268274/","projectTitle":"Middle School Needs Go Beyond the Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Skaarnes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3872086_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533874684682","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sskaarnes"},{"teacherId":8900136,"projectId":9983964,"letterContent":"My students were so excited to receive their new backpacks, water bottles, and other supplies! They immediately wanted to look at everything and begin using their new items. We use the backpacks to keep schoolwork and materials organized, while the water bottles are used throughout the school day. These resources help my students feel prepared, supported, and ready to learn. I am so thankful to our donors for helping provide these important items and showing my students that others care about their success!","fullyFundedDate":1778062028879,"projectUrl":"project/backpacks-to-brainpower-tools-for-stude/9983964/","projectTitle":"Backpacks to Brainpower: Tools for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brittany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8900136_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1675464220809","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8900136"},{"teacherId":3872086,"projectId":10248722,"letterContent":"Duck Watch 2026 turned an unexpected courtyard discovery into an unforgettable learning experience for our students. When a mama duck laid her eggs in our school courtyard, the Blink cameras allowed us to safely observe from a distance without disturbing her or her babies. Students watched the eggs hatch, followed the ducklings as they grew, and eagerly checked in to see their progress. This project sparked curiosity, encouraged students to ask questions, and created authentic opportunities to learn about animal behavior, life cycles, responsibility, and the importance of respecting wildlife. Watching the ducklings grow and eventually fly off was a special experience our students will remember for years to come. Thank you for helping make Duck Watch 2026 possible!","fullyFundedDate":1778030624660,"projectUrl":"project/duck-watch-2026/10248722/","projectTitle":"Duck Watch 2026","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Skaarnes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3872086_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1533874684682","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sskaarnes"},{"teacherId":10308731,"projectId":9993437,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing snacks for our classroom! Having healthy snacks available has made a big difference for my students. One special moment was seeing students who came to school hungry light up when they realized there was something available for them. The snacks have helped students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n Our next steps is to continue using these snacks throughout the school. Thank you for investing in our students and helping them succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1778003539532,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-calm/9993437/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Calm","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Reams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10308731"},{"teacherId":9895873,"projectId":9971573,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation of storage and organizational supplies for our school store. Your contribution of storage bins, organizers, desktop drawers, labels, notebooks, treat bags, painter's tape, and shelving units will help us create a more organized, efficient, and welcoming space for our students.\r\n\r\nThese materials allow us to better store inventory, keep supplies accessible, and provide a positive shopping experience for students. Your support helps ensure our school store runs smoothly and continues to be a meaningful opportunity for our students.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and helping us create an organized environment where they can learn valuable skills and take pride in their school community. Your generosity truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1778061960192,"projectUrl":"project/store-storage/9971573/","projectTitle":"Store Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Woolf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9895873_orig.jpg?crop=654,654,x596,y333&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736972171435","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9895873"},{"teacherId":10399485,"projectId":9994855,"letterContent":"I am so grateful for the support my classroom received through the \"Snacks to Help Fuel Growing Minds\" project. Thanks to your generosity, my students now have access to snacks such as granola bars, Goldfish crackers, juice, water, and other nutritious options throughout the school day. These resources have helped ensure that students can stay focused, energized, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the snacks arrived, my students were excited and thankful. Many of them immediately noticed the variety of choices available and were eager to see what was included. Having snacks readily available has made a positive difference in our classroom environment. Students are able to satisfy their hunger when needed, allowing them to concentrate better during lessons, class discussions, and independent work activities.\r\n\r\nThese snacks continue to support our daily learning by helping students stay engaged and prepared for academic success. As we move forward with new lessons and classroom projects, students will have the fuel they need to participate fully and do their best work. Thank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where every child can focus on learning and growing. 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