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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mervin Iverson Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":56.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5279244,"projectId":10147433,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Building Confident Readers with Just-Right Books.\" Your generosity has made an immediate and meaningful impact on my students. With these new leveled books, students are now able to practice essential reading skills like letter-sound recognition, blending, sight word identification, and comprehension using texts that truly match their abilities. During small group instruction and independent reading time, I've seen students become more focused and willing to take risks because they feel successful. Reading in our classroom now looks like students eagerly choosing their own \"just-right\" books, whisper-reading to themselves, practicing with partners, and even proudly rereading stories to build fluency.\r\n\r\nThe excitement when the books arrived was unforgettable. Students couldn't wait to explore them, and many immediately found favorites that they asked to read again and again. I've seen particular growth in students who were previously hesitant or unsure—one student who used to avoid reading is now volunteering to read aloud during group time, while another beams with pride each time they finish a book independently. These moments of confidence are exactly what early readers need to stay motivated and continue growing.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we are building a classroom community of readers who feel capable and excited about learning. As we move forward, students will continue to strengthen their skills through guided reading groups, partner work, and at-home reading connections. Most importantly, they are beginning to see themselves as readers, and that mindset will stay with them far beyond our classroom. Thank you for helping my students take these important first steps toward a lifelong love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1773856914250,"projectUrl":"project/building-confident-readers-with-just-rig/10147433/","projectTitle":"Building Confident Readers with Just-Right Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Langton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5279244_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522551266180","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mslangton"},{"teacherId":5279244,"projectId":9998788,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Small Prizes, Big Motivation!\" Your generosity has truly made a difference in our classroom. Since receiving these resources, my students have been diving into the new books with excitement and curiosity. We've been using them during independent reading time and small group lessons, and I've already seen students more eager to pick up a book and share what they've read. One special moment was watching a student who usually feels unsure about reading light up as they found a story they connected with—your support helped make that possible. Alongside the books, the motivational prizes have been a powerful way to celebrate students' hard work, whether they are staying focused, showing kindness, or pushing through a challenging task.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the energy in the room was unforgettable. Students were thrilled to explore the new books and couldn't wait to learn how they could earn prizes. Even students who sometimes struggle with motivation have been more engaged and determined. The combination of meaningful reading opportunities and positive reinforcement has helped build confidence and excitement for learning in a way that feels natural and encouraging.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we are continuing to build strong reading habits and a positive classroom culture. Students are setting personal goals, participating in reading challenges, and supporting one another as they grow. These resources are helping us create an environment where perseverance is celebrated and every student feels proud of their progress. Thank you for helping my students believe in themselves and making our classroom a place where effort and growth truly matter.","fullyFundedDate":1768157164135,"projectUrl":"project/small-prizes-big-motivation/9998788/","projectTitle":"“Small Prizes, Big Motivation!”","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Langton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5279244_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1522551266180","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mslangton"},{"teacherId":3570160,"projectId":10025052,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the donations to support my classroom library. This was really exciting for my students and they couldn't wait to see what I had ordered. I got them ready and they were literally pulling them off the shelves. I was asking their opinions of the books and they really enjoyed the variety. \r\n Our school uses an AR reading system. Students are placed on a reading level and then need to read books at their level to graduate to the next reading level. It promotes nightly reading, comprehension, increased vocabulary and students are able to practice reading books. \r\n Students are learning about Phonics during the day and are able to practice their reading skills daily and nightly. They are given daily, weekly and monthly goals to reach. We have two different independent reading times during the day for students to read and quiz on their books. They need to pass them for it to count on their AR badge. \r\n Students love variety and I love to get books that they are interested in reading. I had many students reading chapter books and I needed to get more for my students, because they were ready. When they aren't reading at school, they is required nightly reading of their books. They are really loving the graphic novels and many series of books such as \"Dogman,\" \"Bad Kitty,\", \"Big Nate,\" and many others. I also wanted to include more non-fiction books to my library. Students love reading them to find out facts about certain topics. Thank you again for bringing new books to my library.","fullyFundedDate":1768672943498,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-my-library/10025052/","projectTitle":"Books for My Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Velasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3570160_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633564851921","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3570160"},{"teacherId":9546615,"projectId":9994894,"letterContent":"This was such an incredible project, and I am so grateful for your generosity in providing fun classroom incentives for my students! We now have a plethora of prizes for students to choose from, based on their behavior and effort in class. They were so excited the first time I put these items in our class store because they were exactly what the class is interested in. \r\n\r\nMy students' favorite prize from this project was the fidget soccer balls. My class loves soccer, and it was fun to give them prizes that they truly enjoy. Thank you for helping me make this project possible!","fullyFundedDate":1768517150645,"projectUrl":"project/my-math-and-science-superstars/9994894/","projectTitle":"My Math and Science Superstars!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Terry","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9546615"},{"teacherId":8036725,"projectId":10037959,"letterContent":"How-to-draw books in the Art room are essential because they can quickly and easily encourage artistic interest and thought in students of any skill level. Learning how to properly follow along with the steps in a how-to-draw book can be confusing and frustrating for many students at first. Often the artists want to skip the steps entirely and only draw from the final image. Teaching my students how to follow and mimic the exact path of lines and shapes using proportions was the goal of this project and how the art books have been used here at Mervin Iverson Elementary School. \r\nFor the advanced fifth grade students, I challenged them to go one step further with their learning and create their own multi stepped how-to-draw images. Students were instructed to show eight or more steps in a sequence for others to be able to follow. I believe the pineapple drawing is a great example of upper level thinking. \r\nThank you donors for supplying our students with these wonderful books! We will be using them for many years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1768788997313,"projectUrl":"project/lets-spend-time-with-an-art-book-today/10037959/","projectTitle":"Let’s Spend Time With an Art Book Today!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ramsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8036725_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y80&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1630950395934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-andrea-ramsey"},{"teacherId":1506588,"projectId":10039322,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom library has come to life in a whole new way! These new books have quickly become a central part of our daily routine, and my students are beyond excited to explore them each day.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading is active, joyful, and meaningful. During our literacy block, students rotate through small groups, partner reading, and independent browsing time. We use books to build foundational skills like recognizing letters and sounds, understanding story structure (beginning, middle, end), identifying characters and settings, and practicing retelling. We also use these texts to develop comprehension skills by asking and answering questions, making predictions, and connecting stories to our own lives.\r\n\r\nThese new books have allowed me to introduce a wider range of lessons in a more engaging way. For example, we've been able to compare characters across stories, explore nonfiction text features, and build vocabulary through rich, authentic language. Having a variety of books at different levels means every student can access texts that feel \"just right\" for them, which is so important in kindergarten.\r\n\r\nOne of the most special moments has been watching certain students truly light up with these new books. I have a few students who were previously hesitant about reading, but now they eagerly choose books, sit with a partner, and proudly \"read\" the pictures or retell the story in their own words. Other students love revisiting their favorite titles again and again, building confidence and fluency each time.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, reading in our classroom is no longer just a subject—it's an experience. You've helped create a space where students feel excited, capable, and inspired to become lifelong readers. Thank you for putting these books into the hands of my students—we are so grateful! 📚💛","fullyFundedDate":1768937822852,"projectUrl":"project/books-galore/10039322/","projectTitle":"Books Galore","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elefantis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1506588_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1512621822995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-elefantis"},{"teacherId":1506588,"projectId":9990994,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has been completely transformed in the most meaningful way. From the moment the materials arrived, my students' excitement was contagious—they were eager, curious, and couldn't wait to dive in. Watching their faces light up as they explored the new resources was a moment I won't forget.\r\n\r\nWe have already begun using these materials during our small group instruction and hands-on learning centers. One standout moment was during our literacy block, when students used the new resources to practice phonics skills through interactive activities. I saw students who typically need extra support become more confident and engaged, eagerly participating and even helping their classmates. It has truly created a more inclusive and motivating learning environment.\r\n\r\nThese resources have allowed me to better differentiate instruction and meet each student where they are. My students are more focused, collaborative, and excited about learning each day. They feel proud using \"real\" tools that support their growth, and it has made a noticeable impact on both their confidence and academic progress.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue to incorporate these materials into our daily lessons, especially as we build toward end-of-year goals and prepare for first grade. We are excited to use them in upcoming activities that focus on strengthening foundational reading and math skills, as well as fostering independence and problem-solving.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is a place where students feel empowered, supported, and inspired to learn. Thank you for making such a lasting difference in the lives of my students—we are so grateful! 💛","fullyFundedDate":1768090948729,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-essentials/9990994/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elefantis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1506588_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1512621822995","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-elefantis"},{"teacherId":5165321,"projectId":9991518,"letterContent":"Thanks to your support, our students now have Chromebook adapters that allow them to use the headphones they already had in the classroom. This small tool has made a big difference in their learning.\r\n\r\nMany of our programs include audio directions, videos, and reading support. With the adapters, students can clearly hear everything without distractions. This helps them stay focused, better understand lessons, and work at their own pace. It also allows everyone to use their Chromebooks at the same time without noise becoming an issue.\r\n\r\nStudents are especially excited because everything is now easier. They can quickly plug in their headphones and get started right away. This has helped them feel more independent and confident while learning. Even though the adapters are simple, they have made learning smoother and more enjoyable for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1768079367393,"projectUrl":"project/turning-up-the-volume-on-learning/9991518/","projectTitle":"Turning Up the Volume On Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Arzola-Cazares","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5165321_orig.jpg?crop=499,499,x183,y200&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699330821790","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5165321"},{"teacherId":9353809,"projectId":10012276,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your contributions to my classroom! It is because of you that my students get to experience things that they normally wouldn't. Recently I was able to transform my classroom into a Pizzeria to help teach my students about fractions. They were all so excited to walk into the room and see all of the decorations and materials they would get a chance to use. \r\nThey will also get to experience so many other room transformations to make learning about certain subjects more engaging. They will be able to venture to Jurassic Park, Toy Story, and basketball. With all of these transformations, they got to be immersed in their learning. Thank you for helping me to make this a possibility for these students!","fullyFundedDate":1768441058276,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies/10012276/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Benavidez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9353809"},{"teacherId":8135337,"projectId":10010954,"letterContent":"Thank you! Your support gave my non-verbal students a voice. Many of my learners struggle to communicate their needs, thoughts, and emotions, which can lead to frustration and missed learning opportunities. With materials such as PECS picture cards, Velcro, token boards, visual schedules, and etc., students have now have a structured way to express themselves and understand their daily routines in my class. I've created a visual communication systems that empower my students to participate in classroom activities, request for something they need/want, make choices, and build a little independence. Though my assistant and I still help them and model to them the proper ways of using the materials. Your support great made an impact in my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768323955624,"projectUrl":"project/giving-non-verbal-students-a-voice-in-ou/10010954/","projectTitle":"Giving Non-Verbal Students a Voice in Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Anober","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8135337"},{"teacherId":10403802,"projectId":10018259,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping me complete this project. When the boxes came in the children were so excited! We unpacked it all together and it felt like it was everyone's birthdays! The kids went crazy over our new set of books! Seriously by the end of that day every student had claimed a book for their own to begin reading! I have dabbled a little with the cricut machine. Actually my coworker is helping and she has already created a nice design for a shirt to make for field day. I am overwhelmed with the completion of the project and plan to submit more in the future. Thanks again!!!! So much!!!","fullyFundedDate":1768593057569,"projectUrl":"project/creative-minds/10018259/","projectTitle":"Creative Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Harvey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10403802_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768446258494","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403802"},{"teacherId":10399815,"projectId":10004509,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity in bringing this project to life. By funding our new classroom library books and incentive prizes, you have provided my students with a powerful combination of inspiration and motivation!\r\nReceiving these new library books and incentive prizes has revitalized our classroom, created an environment where efforts are celebrated, and curiosity is constant. These new books give my students the opportunity to explore new worlds and characters. 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