{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Jackson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":46.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9700972,"projectId":9111269,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our classroom project. Your support has brought a wave of excitement into our 4th-grade classroom, and seeing the students' faces light up as they unboxed these brand-new books was a true highlight of our year. Our reading corner has been transformed into the most popular spot in the room, and the colorful cubby bins included in your donation have been a lifesaver for keeping us organized. I am using them as sturdy book bins for our library and as dedicated stations for our ELA and Math games during small group rotations, making our transitions smoother and more efficient.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the literature and organization, the headphones with built-in microphones have become a game-changer for our weekly routines. Every Friday, students use this technology to read and record their fluency passages for me. This consistent practice has led to a noticeable increase in their fluency scores and has significantly boosted their confidence. Furthermore, the workbooks included in the project have been an invaluable teaching resource. I have been using the pages during small group instruction and as targeted review sessions before tests to reinforce specific concepts. Having these high-quality materials on hand allows me to provide immediate, focused support to every student.\r\n\r\nThese resources are more than just classroom supplies; they are essential tools that foster a lifelong love of learning. In 4th grade, students are transitioning from \"learning to read\" to \"reading to learn,\" and having both engaging materials and the technology to track their progress is vital. We are so thankful for your investment in our education and for showing my students that their community cares about their success.","fullyFundedDate":1746786148682,"projectUrl":"project/readers-are-leaders/9111269/","projectTitle":"Readers are Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hachtel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9700972_orig.jpg?crop=962,962,x363,y317&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724468381881","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mshachtel"},{"teacherId":1864314,"projectId":9574168,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my project! I am really looking forward to using these accessories to get the most out of our new iPad 11 as we use it in the STEAM Studio and Library for various projects. While we've moved to using Chromebooks, I think it is still very important to introduce students to various technologies and there are definitely apps and activities that can only be done with our new iPad. Thank you for supporting STEAM education and helping us make the most of our new technology!","fullyFundedDate":1759153966484,"projectUrl":"project/apple-accessories-for-our-new-ipad-11/9574168/","projectTitle":"Apple Accessories for Our New iPad 11","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1864314_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520567909055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/v-johnson"},{"teacherId":1864314,"projectId":9133102,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my project and making this project possible. I am so grateful to be able to incorporate these prizes into our new March Madness STEAM lessons and competitions. These prizes will make our March Madness STEAM lessons more exciting, motivating and competitive in all the best ways! I think my students will not only enjoy these new March Madness math lessons, but being able to learn some fun prizes along the way. Thank you again for supporting my students and STEAM education!","fullyFundedDate":1749822427987,"projectUrl":"project/its-madness-prizes-for-march-madness-s/9133102/","projectTitle":"It's Madness: Prizes for March Madness Stem Challenges","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1864314_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520567909055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/v-johnson"},{"teacherId":6723800,"projectId":9310508,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project - \"Classroom Supplies . . . Oh My\". Your contribution helped us secure essential everyday materials such as pencils, organization caddies/bins, prize box incentives and lamination supplies that keep our classroom running smoothly. These may seem like simple items, but they play a huge role in helping students stay prepared, organized, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, I'm able to create a more structured and supportive environment where students can focus on their work without the frustration of missing supplies or cluttered spaces. The organizational tools and replenished materials help set a positive tone in our classroom, allowing learning to happen more efficiently and with greater joy.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your generosity and support in our future. Your support directly impacts my students, and it means so much to know that there are people who care about their success. Thank you for making a lasting difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1755878469726,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies-oh-my/9310508/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies . . . Oh My!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Riesterer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6723800_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1573428892007","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6723800"},{"teacherId":5495958,"projectId":9321594,"letterContent":"I want to express my gratitude for your incredibly thoughtful gift of board games.\r\n\r\nIn the counseling setting, these games are more than just entertainment; they are powerful therapeutic tools. They create a welcoming, less intimidating environment, which is crucial for clients to feel safe enough to open up.\r\n\r\nSpecifically, they will help us:\r\n\r\n- Facilitate connection and trust with children and teens.\r\n\r\n- Teach coping strategies and turn-taking skills.\r\n\r\n- Provide a low-stress way to discuss difficult topics.\r\n\r\nWhen working with elementary school students talking about difficult things can be very scary therefore the use of board games is a great way give them something to do while we are talking. \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in the well-being of our clients. Your generosity will bring countless moments of connection and healing to the office.","fullyFundedDate":1756250020945,"projectUrl":"project/creating-fun-and-friendship-through-the/9321594/","projectTitle":"Creating Fun and Friendship: Through the Use of Board Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5495958_orig.jpg?crop=1207,1207,x1093,y1077&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1613157486000","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5495958"},{"teacherId":9700972,"projectId":9106551,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in providing our classroom with this specialized collection of STEAM materials. These resources have become a cornerstone of our science engagement, filling a vital gap on days when we don't have our dedicated STEAM teacher for specials. By bringing these hands-on tools directly into our room, you have ensured that my 4th graders have consistent, daily access to the wonders of engineering and scientific discovery.\r\n\r\nThe impact of these materials extends far beyond our formal science blocks by seamlessly incorporating STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) into our daily lives. Specifically, the Snap Circuits and dominoes have transformed \"Indoor Recess\" and \"Fun Friday\" into periods of high-level problem solving, while the magnetic tiles and cars have been instrumental in enhancing both imagination and creativity. I've watched students come together to negotiate designs and engineer complex structures, building their social-emotional skills through collaboration. Furthermore, the giant chess and magnetic chess games have been a massive hit. The students have even been using the magnetic chess pieces to experiment with magnetism, eagerly figuring out how the positive and negative poles interact, turning a classic game of strategy into a spontaneous physics lab.\r\n\r\nYour investment has sparked a newfound curiosity in my students, many of whom now see themselves as future engineers and scientists. These materials aren't just toys; they are the building blocks of critical thinking and innovation that allow their imaginations to flourish. Thank you for recognizing the importance of hands-on learning and for providing my students with the tools they need to explore, create, and grow together.","fullyFundedDate":1746785713433,"projectUrl":"project/steam-for-science/9106551/","projectTitle":"STEAM for Science","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hachtel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9700972_orig.jpg?crop=962,962,x363,y317&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1724468381881","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mshachtel"},{"teacherId":2454223,"projectId":9623004,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation to my project, Laminator for Learning, which provided a new laminator for my students. Your support has already made a huge difference in our classroom.\r\nSince receiving the laminator, we've used it to create a set of reusable math manipulatives for our math centers, laminated our classroom door decorations, and laminated our class login cards. This has helped our hands-on learning activities become more durable and fun. Your thoughtful contribution has transformed the way we learn and create in our classroom. Thank you for your commitment to our students and their education.","fullyFundedDate":1757531317238,"projectUrl":"project/laminator-for-learning/9623004/","projectTitle":"Laminator for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2454223_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x46,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599887611441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rgarner"},{"teacherId":1864314,"projectId":9302121,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to my project! I can't wait to use these Disney characters with our new castle-building unit this year! My students love Disney, so I know they will love engineering their own castles and testing them out with these Disney characters. These characters are posable, magnetic and just the right size to use with a variety of building materials. I am always looking for innovative ways to teach the Engineering Design Process while incorporating students' interests so I know they will love these new challenges. Thank you so much for helping to make this project possible!","fullyFundedDate":1746815646936,"projectUrl":"project/castle-construction-with-disney-characte/9302121/","projectTitle":"Castle Construction with Disney Characters","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1864314_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520567909055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/v-johnson"},{"teacherId":2454223,"projectId":9196430,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of new headphones for our fourth-grade classroom! Your kindness has truly made a difference in our learning environment.With these headphones, my students can now fully engage with their touchscreen Chromebooks during Seesaw activities. This wonderful platform allows them to explore their creativity and showcase their understanding in various subjects.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, having high-quality headphones enables them to record their reading fluencies without distractions, enhancing their literacy skills and boosting their confidence.Thanks to your support, my students are excited and motivated to learn. Each time they put on their new headphones, they feel a sense of pride and are reminded of the generous community that believes in them. Thank you for helping us create a more interactive and effective learning experience. Your generosity has a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1742922944023,"projectUrl":"project/helpful-headphones/9196430/","projectTitle":"Helpful Headphones","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2454223_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x46,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599887611441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rgarner"},{"teacherId":2454223,"projectId":9289441,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your kind and generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose. Thanks to you, our students now have essential hygiene items including new gym shoes in various sizes, extra socks, deodorant, and feminine hygiene products.\r\n\r\nThese supplies have made a tremendous difference in our students' comfort, confidence, and well-being. Having proper gym shoes and fresh socks allows them to fully participate in physical activities without worry. Access to deodorant and feminine hygiene products helps our students feel prepared and cared for throughout their day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped remove barriers that can sometimes hold students back from fully engaging in school. You've made it possible for every child to feel ready, supported, and respected.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us, thank you for your kindness and for investing in our students' health and dignity.","fullyFundedDate":1746474287916,"projectUrl":"project/helping-with-hygiene/9289441/","projectTitle":"Helping With Hygiene","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2454223_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x46,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599887611441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rgarner"},{"teacherId":2454223,"projectId":9281278,"letterContent":"We want to express our heartfelt thanks for your generous support through DonorsChoose! Because of you, our classroom has been enriched with wonderful learning materials including the Wings of Fire chapter books, Minecraft graphic novels, writing support lesson books, social studies daily practice books, science comprehension books, and other valuable practice resources.\r\n\r\nThese books and materials have sparked excitement and curiosity among our students. The Wings of Fire and Minecraft books have inspired a love of reading and imagination, while the writing and comprehension books are helping students grow their skills and confidence every day.\r\n\r\nThe social studies and science practice books are making lessons more engaging and helping our students deepen their understanding of the world around them. Your generosity has truly enhanced our curriculum and made learning more fun and effective.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their education. Your kindness is making a lasting difference!","fullyFundedDate":1746464384397,"projectUrl":"project/creative-core-curriculum/9281278/","projectTitle":"Creative Core Curriculum","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Garner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2454223_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x46,y108&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599887611441","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rgarner"},{"teacherId":2454223,"projectId":9033137,"letterContent":"We want to send a big THANK YOU for your generous support of our classroom through DonorsChoose! Because of you, our students now have fun and helpful fidgets like slime, stress balls, quick push games, and squishy items that help them stay focused and calm during lessons.\r\n\r\nThese fidgets have made a big difference in our classroom by giving students a positive way to manage their energy and attention. It's amazing how something as simple as a stress ball or slime can help kids concentrate better and feel more comfortable while learning.\r\n\r\nIn addition, your donation helped us create a class store filled with exciting items that encourage financial literacy. Our students are thrilled to practice important money skills like budgeting, saving, and making choices in a fun and hands-on way. It's wonderful to see them learn about responsibility and decision-making while having a great time.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, our classroom is a happier, more focused, and more engaging place to learn. 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