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{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"L.A. Gililland Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":35.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4356162,"projectId":8968940,"letterContent":"The biography books donated to our classroom have had a profound impact on our students, enriching their learning experience and fostering a genuine love for reading. Through this project, we have been able to introduce our students to a diverse range of influential figures whose lives and accomplishments serve as inspiring examples. These texts have not only enhanced their literacy skills but have also provided valuable lessons in history, resilience, and personal growth.\r\n\r\nMoreover, biographies foster empathy and understanding. By reading about the struggles and triumphs of diverse individuals, students gain insight into different perspectives and experiences. This is particularly important in our increasingly interconnected world, where understanding and appreciating diversity is essential. \r\n\r\nYour donation towards the purchase of biography books has transformed our classroom into a vibrant hub of learning and inspiration.","fullyFundedDate":1740332432132,"projectUrl":"project/bio-books/8968940/","projectTitle":"Bio Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barrientos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4356162_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x0,y78&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723215671157","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4356162"},{"teacherId":4356162,"projectId":9129893,"letterContent":"We are thrilled to use the new cardboard cutting tools purchased through our ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ project in our gifted and talented classroom. Recently, we launched a unit focused on medieval history, and students have eagerly begun creating their own knight swords, shields, and helmets. This hands-on project allows them to explore both creativity and historical content.\r\nOverall, the cardboard cutting tools are significantly enriching our learning experience, enabling students to engage with the subject matter in a hands-on way. We are grateful to our donors for their support, which has made this creative exploration possible. Thank you for being a part of our classroom journey!","fullyFundedDate":1750725820783,"projectUrl":"project/creating-with-cardboard/9129893/","projectTitle":"Creating With Cardboard","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Barrientos","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4356162_orig.jpg?crop=272,272,x0,y78&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723215671157","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4356162"},{"teacherId":10009237,"projectId":9298788,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your generosity in funding our classroom project. Because of your kindness, my first graders now have access to brand-new headphones, and the impact has been nothing short of transformational.\r\nBefore these headphones arrived, many of my students were using personal headphones that were old, broken, or of poor quality. Some would complain that they could barely hear anything, which made it frustrating when they were trying to complete their individualized lessons or listen to test prompts on their iPads. Others had headphones that didn't work at all, leaving them feeling left out or distracted. This grant changed everything. Now, every child in my classroom has access to reliable, high-quality headphones that make learning both exciting and successful.\r\nThe reactions from my students have been priceless. I have seen children smile with relief and joy as they put on their new headphones for the first time, realizing they could finally hear every word clearly. Some couldn't stop talking about how \"pretty\" or \"cool\" their headphones looked. Others proudly shared that they had never used headphones \"so fancy\" before. I even overheard a few whispering to each other about how amazing it was to hear so clearly—it was as if their learning materials came alive for them.\r\nAnother special part of this gift was allowing students to choose the color of their headphones. This simple choice made the experience personal and meaningful, and it gave each child a sense of ownership. Suddenly, their headphones weren't just classroom tools; they became something special that belonged to them in our learning environment. With that sense of ownership, I've also seen students take more responsibility for caring for them. They remind each other to handle them gently, put them away properly, and not tug on the cords. I've even heard students encouraging one another by saying things like, \"We have to take care of them so we can use them forever!\" This sense of responsibility is teaching them important lifelong habits.\r\nThe difference in classroom engagement has been incredible. Students who once dreaded using their iPads now look forward to it. Intervention and enrichment times are no longer met with groans or frustration; instead, they are filled with eager faces excited to put on their \"trendy and fun\" headphones. I've noticed that off-task behaviors have greatly diminished, and students are showing a new level of focus. The result has been measurable growth in their grade-level skills and a newfound confidence in their abilities.\r\nOne unexpected outcome has been the way these headphones have even impacted attendance. Some of my students are now arriving earlier to school because they are excited to use their bright-colored headphones and get started on their iPads. This shift has motivated students who were frequently tardy to make more of an effort to arrive on time, simply so they don't miss a chance to use their devices with their \"cool\" headphones. The ripple effect has been powerful: not only are students more engaged during lessons, but they are also more eager to be at school each day.\r\nAs their teacher, it warms my heart to see the smiles on their faces and the energy they bring into the classroom because of this gift. Something as simple as a set of headphones has truly transformed the way my students view their learning time. They now associate it with fun, excitement, and success, which motivates them to try harder and push themselves to achieve more.\r\nDonors, I cannot thank you enough for providing this amazing gift. You have given my students more than just headphones; you have given them confidence, focus, and motivation to learn. 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On behalf of myself and my incredible first graders, thank you for changing our learning experience for the better.\r\nWith heartfelt appreciation,\r\nArnelys Melon","fullyFundedDate":1752810810360,"projectUrl":"project/hear-every-word-headphones-to-help-ever/9298788/","projectTitle":"Hear Every Word: Headphones to Help Every Learner Succeed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Melon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10009237_orig.png?crop=284,284,x0,y45&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745982013508","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10009237"},{"teacherId":4356162,"projectId":8584716,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our project on ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½! 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