{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Anona Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":51.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5116184,"projectId":9133545,"letterContent":"\"It's a great day in Ms. Anderson's room!\" That was the exclamation made by one of my kindergarten students the first time we used the cage ball for indoor recess! \r\n\r\nMy kindergarten and first grade students diagnosed with autism had so much fun as they pushed, rolled, rolled over, and got \"run over\" by this huge inflatable ball. With tables moved to the side, my kiddos were able to safely release energy while receiving much needed sensory input. \r\n\r\nThe cage ball and pump you provided will continue to be a favorite indoor recess activity in our sensory-communication classroom. When not being used in my classroom, it is housed in our school's \"sensory room\" where students from all 5 of our ASD classroom units will benefit from its use.","fullyFundedDate":1750774769846,"projectUrl":"project/super-fun-sensory-input/9133545/","projectTitle":"Super Fun Sensory Input","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5116184_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688447861852","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/regina-anderson-2018"},{"teacherId":5116184,"projectId":9071316,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your help funding our Sensory Table Spruce Up project. With your support our sensory table has a new life! The droppers, scoops, funnels, and water/sand wheels you provided for us have created so many opportunities for us to work together, share materials, and have fun! \r\n\r\nToday was Buddy Day, where we teamed up with another K-1 ASD class for center-based sensory exploration. They loved our sensory table as much as we do! \r\n\r\nThank you for helping us improve our social-emotional skills while learning and playing in a sensory-rich environment!","fullyFundedDate":1742947988355,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-table-spruce-up/9071316/","projectTitle":"Sensory Table Spruce Up","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5116184_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688447861852","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/regina-anderson-2018"},{"teacherId":6593542,"projectId":8971950,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support. My students love when it is \"coffee day.\" They love to make coffee and other items and then deliver it to staff. It has been such a positive impact on my students. Students are able to use social skills and life skills that we have been practicing all year. \r\n\r\nWe have been serving coffee to staff since the start of the school year. We were getting low on supplies so this really helped us to stock up for the remainder of the school year. We look forward to continuing our classroom Cafe for years to come. We truly appreciate your support.","fullyFundedDate":1738250822020,"projectUrl":"project/serving-up-social-skills/8971950/","projectTitle":"Serving Up Social Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Clanton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6593542_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693174352206","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6593542"},{"teacherId":5116184,"projectId":8921064,"letterContent":"We are loving our new sets of animals! They arrived as we began our last week of our habitat unit and are perfect for reviewing each habitat we learned about. My students were able to demonstrate their knowledge by sorting the animals into the habitats in which they live. They enjoyed looking through our books and matching the animals to pages. They demonstrated imagination as they had the animals interact with each other. And they are sharing and playing together! This is huge for students with autism and developing social skills. These animals are such a classroom favorite that they have become the item of choice to work towards on their token boards. \r\n\r\nThank you for providing us with such valuable materials to use in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1740586175899,"projectUrl":"project/animals-animals-animals/8921064/","projectTitle":"Animals, Animals, Animals","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5116184_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688447861852","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/regina-anderson-2018"},{"teacherId":9757108,"projectId":8798024,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and staff at Anona Elementary School, I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of a 3D printer to our gifted and talent development classroom. Your support has made a significant impact on our educational environment and has opened a world of possibilities for our students.\r\nSince receiving the 3D printer, our classroom has been buzzing with excitement and creativity. The 3D printer has become an invaluable tool in our curriculum, allowing students to engage in hands-on learning and bring their ideas to life. Here are some of the ways the 3D printer has been utilized in our classroom:\r\n1.\tSTEM Projects: Students have been able to design and print models for various science, technology, engineering, and mathematics projects. This hands-on approach has deepened their understanding of complex concepts and fostered a love for STEM subjects.\r\n2.\tPrototyping and Innovation: Our young inventors have used the 3D printer to create prototypes of their inventions. This process has taught them about design thinking, problem-solving, and the iterative nature of innovation.\r\n3.\tArt and Design: The 3D printer has also been a fantastic resource for our art and design projects. Students have explored new dimensions of creativity by designing and printing their own sculptures, jewelry, and other artistic creations.\r\n4.\tCollaborative Learning: The 3D printer has encouraged collaboration among students. They work together on projects, share ideas, and learn from each other's experiences, fostering a strong sense of community and teamwork.\r\n5.\tReal-World Applications: By using the 3D printer, students have gained insights into real-world applications of technology. They have learned about the potential of 3D printing in various industries, such as healthcare, manufacturing, and aerospace.\r\nYour donation has not only provided us with a valuable educational tool but has also inspired our students to dream big and pursue their passions. The skills they are developing now will serve them well in their future academic and professional endeavors.\r\nOnce again, thank you for your generosity and support. You have made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1732204007194,"projectUrl":"project/creativity-to-the-max-3d-will-bring-im/8798024/","projectTitle":"Creativity to the Max! 3D Will Bring Imagination & Creations to Life!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9757108"},{"teacherId":5116184,"projectId":8920719,"letterContent":"We received our alphabet puzzles and they quickly became a class favorite! The inset pieces encourage fine motor practice and the photographs displayed on the pieces reinforce the letter sounds we are learning. \r\n\r\nThese puzzles have motivated some of my most reluctant learners. One of my students surprised me by solving numerous puzzles at one time. His visual perception and focus was impressive! I've also discovered that they create a calming effect for students with accelerated behaviors. \r\n\r\nThe rack is proving to be a great tool for establishing responsibility. My students are returning each puzzle to the correct slot upon completion. \r\n\r\nThank you for providing our classroom with such invaluable learning materials.","fullyFundedDate":1734622960724,"projectUrl":"project/the-alphabet-wont-puzzle-us/8920719/","projectTitle":"The Alphabet Won't Puzzle Us!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5116184_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688447861852","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/regina-anderson-2018"},{"teacherId":9803350,"projectId":8876123,"letterContent":"The positive impact and potential for growth with the communication devices is beyond measure. My students who cannot verbally communicate, rely on alternative methods of communication. Having access to a variety of different devices means that every child can have a method of communication that is at their level of ability and functioning. \r\n When children don't have a method of communication, they communicate with their behavior. This can range from minimal to extreme. However, when you give them a communication device that meets them at their level, you see a lot of the negative behaviors disappear. When children feel heard and understood, they are in the right mind space to be able to learn. \r\n The Quick Talkers and two button switch are being used by students to be able to communicate functionally, socially, and academically. Without these alternative and augmentative communication modalities, these children would not experience school the same way as other children. Communication is imperative in the educational setting and with your donation, children can now participate in ways they couldn't before.","fullyFundedDate":1732204233899,"projectUrl":"project/give-non-verbal-children-a-voice/8876123/","projectTitle":"Give Non-Verbal Children a Voice!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9803350"},{"teacherId":5116184,"projectId":8916966,"letterContent":"Oh my gosh! We received our instruments on Monday and had our very first Music Monday session! Every one of my students were engaged for longer than I would have ever imagined! The smiles said it all! \r\n\r\nI requested 2 sets of instrument kits so that we could have more than one child using the same type of instrument, to alleviate any possible altercation. This wasn't even an issue as my students were so eager to share, trade, and take turns. These social skills are \"instrumental\" in a kindergarten and first grade ASD classroom. \r\n\r\nThe storage tubs encourage picking up and putting away our musical instruments for next time.\r\n\r\nMy Mini Musicians can't wait for the next Music Monday!","fullyFundedDate":1735572424630,"projectUrl":"project/mini-musicians/8916966/","projectTitle":"Mini Musicians","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5116184_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688447861852","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/regina-anderson-2018"},{"teacherId":5116184,"projectId":8916860,"letterContent":"Our calming and sensory corner has become the favorite spot in our classroom! Thank you so much for making this area a reality! \r\n\r\nMy students have various sensory needs including the need to release excess energy. The bouncy board is perfect for jumping and balancing, helping to meet this need. Students who have not been motivated with other classroom materials are drawn to this board, and they can listen to and observe lessons while moving, increasing their participation rate. \r\n\r\nThe rest mat is used daily, sometimes upon arrival just because it's hard to get up early and come to school! Other times it has been used for when we aren't feeling well. \r\n\r\nThe beanbag chairs are so comfy to sit with friends, to curl up with a stuffed animal, or our favorite book. \r\n\r\nThe feelings pocket chart is a great tool for my nonverbal students to express how they are feeling. I love that \"tired\" and \"hungry\" are option cards. I put photos of my students' faces on the provided people sticks so that it is easier for my students to find themselves, as well as to recognize how their friends are feeling, which is an important social skill. \r\n\r\nThis area has brightened up our room and will benefit my students for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1731599632327,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-calm-with-kaplan/8916860/","projectTitle":"Keeping Calm With Kaplan","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5116184_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688447861852","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/regina-anderson-2018"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_46856","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":430,"numTeachers":37,"percentFrplEligible":92,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":6,"percentWhite":61,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":21,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"UNCLASSIFIED","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":48.2,"schoolId":46856,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Anona Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Anona Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/pinellas-county-schools/anona-elementary-school/46856"}