{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Backman Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":44.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10587985,"projectId":10484768,"letterContent":"My students have never had an art program at our school before, so having these new materials available to them has been incredibly exciting! Students in every grade, kindergarten through sixth grade, have had the opportunity to explore and experiment with materials they may have never used before. One of my favorite moments so far was watching students use watercolor paints for the very first time. Their eyes lit up, some even clapped and cheered, and they were so excited to see what they could create. Students absolutely loved experimenting with the paints and creating beautiful fall-themed artwork. Moments like these remind me just how meaningful it is to provide students with opportunities to explore their creativity and discover new ways to express themselves.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these materials, our school has become a much more colorful and vibrant place! Student artwork is beginning to fill the hallways, and the excitement extends far beyond the art classroom. Students are eager to bring their creations home to share with their families, stop me in the hallways to talk about their projects, and constantly ask what we are going to make next. It has been so rewarding to see their happiness and enthusiasm shared not only with me, but also with our principal, classroom teachers, and families.\r\n\r\nThere are so many exciting projects ahead! I have a variety of lessons planned that will allow students to continue exploring different art materials, developing new skills, experimenting with creative techniques, and bringing their own ideas to life. My hope is to continue building an environment where students feel excited to create, take creative risks, and discover the joy of making art. Thank you so much to our generous donors for making these experiences possible. Your support means more than I can express, not only to me as their art teacher, but to all 300 students I have the joy of teaching each week. You have helped bring art, creativity, and so much happiness into our school!","fullyFundedDate":1786811435249,"projectUrl":"project/foundational-art-supplies-pt-2/10484768/","projectTitle":"Foundational Art Supplies Pt. 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Somero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10587985_orig.png?crop=575,575,x97,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786555680205","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10587985"},{"teacherId":10587985,"projectId":10468990,"letterContent":"My students have never had an art program at our school before, so having these new materials available to them has been incredibly exciting! Students in every grade, kindergarten through sixth grade, have had the opportunity to explore and experiment with materials they may have never used before. One of my favorite moments so far was watching students use watercolor paints for the very first time. Their eyes lit up, some even clapped and cheered, and they were so excited to see what they could create. Students absolutely loved experimenting with the paints and creating beautiful fall-themed artwork. Moments like these remind me just how meaningful it is to provide students with opportunities to explore their creativity and discover new ways to express themselves.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these materials, our school has become a much more colorful and vibrant place! Student artwork is beginning to fill the hallways, and the excitement extends far beyond the art classroom. Students are eager to bring their creations home to share with their families, stop me in the hallways to talk about their projects, and constantly ask what we are going to make next. It has been so rewarding to see their happiness and enthusiasm shared not only with me, but also with our principal, classroom teachers, and families.\r\n\r\nThere are so many exciting projects ahead! I have a variety of lessons planned that will allow students to continue exploring different art materials, developing new skills, experimenting with creative techniques, and bringing their own ideas to life. My hope is to continue building an environment where students feel excited to create, take creative risks, and discover the joy of making art. Thank you so much to our generous donors for making these experiences possible. Your support means more than I can express, not only to me as their art teacher, but to all 300 students I have the joy of teaching each week. You have helped bring art, creativity, and so much happiness into our school!","fullyFundedDate":1786641248968,"projectUrl":"project/foundational-art-supplies/10468990/","projectTitle":"Foundational Art Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Somero","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10587985_orig.png?crop=575,575,x97,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1786555680205","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10587985"},{"teacherId":10046224,"projectId":10235681,"letterContent":"The materials that we have received have gone a long way in helping make our classroom a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for all of our students. In our Behavior Support Unit, we have students from many different backgrounds, with a wide range of abilities, learning styles, and individual needs. Our biggest priority is making sure every student feels supported, included, and successful throughout their school day. Having access to these materials allows us to create a classroom environment where students can feel comfortable, regulate their emotions, and focus on learning.\r\n\r\nThese items have made a huge difference in our daily routines and the way we support our students. Whether students need additional sensory support, a quiet space to calm their bodies, or materials that make learning more engaging and accessible, these resources help us meet them where they are. Every student deserves the opportunity to learn in an environment that understands and supports their individual needs, and these materials help us provide exactly that.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for the generosity that has helped bring these resources into our classroom. Every contribution makes a difference, not only in our students' academic growth but also in their social-emotional development and overall success. Seeing our students become more comfortable, confident, and independent is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do, and having the right materials helps make those moments possible.","fullyFundedDate":1785561527345,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calm-and-organized-classroom/10235681/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calm and Organized Classroom Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rebecca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10046224_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762573201490","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10046224"},{"teacherId":1143576,"projectId":10235088,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating the Circuit Playground Express (CPX) microprocessors to my students! Your generosity gave each student the opportunity to have their own CPX to explore, experiment with, and use to bring their ideas to life. This is one of my favorite projects because students combine creativity, circuitry, coding, and problem-solving to create a project based on a theme that is meaningful to them. Their ideas have included favorite inspirational books, story timelines, and even original stories.\r\n\r\nStudents truly have to \"begin with the end in mind.\" They first visualize what they want their finished project to look like, create detailed schematics, and then build and code their circuits. They program individual LED lights and can add sounds and other functions to make their projects interactive. Having their own CPX allows every student to experience the entire process—from designer and builder to coder and problem-solver. I love watching their excitement when their code finally works and their creation comes to life!\r\n\r\nIn the past, I had students work with partners, but I often found that one student became the coder while the other became the builder. With their own CPX, students can work independently while still collaborating by sharing ideas, troubleshooting problems, and celebrating successes together. Thank you for giving my students the opportunity to \"play\" with technology, learn from their mistakes, take creative risks, and discover that they are capable of turning an idea in their head into something they can actually build and make work!","fullyFundedDate":1778093770763,"projectUrl":"project/coding-circuits-creative-critical/10235088/","projectTitle":"Coding + Circuits = Creative & Critical Thinkers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bingham","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1143576_orig.jpg?crop=640,640,x0,y81&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777396685758","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1143576"},{"teacherId":10046224,"projectId":10235992,"letterContent":"The materials that we have received have gone a long way in helping make our classroom a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for all of our students. In our Behavior Support Unit, we have students from many different backgrounds, with a wide range of abilities, learning styles, and individual needs. Our biggest priority is making sure every student feels supported, included, and successful throughout their school day. Having access to these materials allows us to create a classroom environment where students can feel comfortable, regulate their emotions, and focus on learning.\r\n\r\nThese items have made a huge difference in our daily routines and the way we support our students. Whether students need additional sensory support, a quiet space to calm their bodies, or materials that make learning more engaging and accessible, these resources help us meet them where they are. Every student deserves the opportunity to learn in an environment that understands and supports their individual needs, and these materials help us provide exactly that.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for the generosity that has helped bring these resources into our classroom. Every contribution makes a difference, not only in our students' academic growth but also in their social-emotional development and overall success. Seeing our students become more comfortable, confident, and independent is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do, and having the right materials helps make those moments possible.","fullyFundedDate":1778961419618,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-classroom-that-works-for-ever/10235992/","projectTitle":"Creating a Classroom That Works for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rebecca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10046224_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762573201490","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10046224"},{"teacherId":10312185,"projectId":9853199,"letterContent":"SInce 2020 schools have seen a dramatic decrease in attendance. This is disheartening because attendance is one factor connected to future academic success. At our school we are trying to change this narrative by incentivizing students to come to school. We have weekly and monthly prizes as well as the ability to earn smaller prizes daily.\r\n\r\nThe donation to this project goes to the smaller daily prizes. Research by Bill Jensen has shown that kids need immediate and varied prizes to be effective. Donations to this project have allowed us to support our students in this way. Thank you to all who donated in helping us bridge the attendance gap.","fullyFundedDate":1771597001084,"projectUrl":"project/attendance-superstars/9853199/","projectTitle":"Attendance Superstars","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lazalde","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10312185_orig.png?crop=900,900,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761147436353","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10312185"},{"teacherId":10312185,"projectId":9830563,"letterContent":"Your donation helps students get off screens and connect with family and friends. We have students learning new skills and challenging themselves to learn more about the things they are interested in. All of this is correlated to higher gains in academics as well.\r\n\r\nAs students learn new skills they are increasing stamina and the ability to focus for longer periods of time. They also learn distress tolerance and growth mindset as they push through difficult tasks and achieve success. A skill that translates to the classroom and beyond.\r\n\r\nThe connections gained to family, friends, and the community supports good decision making. Connection is one of the best protective factors to decrease unhealthy behavior choices and increase the odds of staying in school.\r\n\r\nThank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1765988447129,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-the-screen/9830563/","projectTitle":"Beyond the Screen","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lazalde","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10312185_orig.png?crop=900,900,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761147436353","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10312185"},{"teacherId":10046224,"projectId":9873541,"letterContent":"The materials funded through this project will have a direct and lasting impact on my students' academic growth and confidence. Many of my students come into the classroom below grade level and in need of targeted, hands-on support. With these resources, I will be able to provide differentiated instruction that meets them where they are and helps them make meaningful progress.\r\nIn our classroom, growth matters. I have already seen students increase their reading skills from recognizing only a few words to reading independently. I have watched students who once struggled to solve basic math problems begin working through them with confidence. These materials will allow me to continue building on that momentum by creating engaging, structured learning opportunities that strengthen foundational skills.\r\nBeyond academics, these resources will support positive behavior, independence, and a love for learning. When students feel successful, they are more motivated, more engaged, and more willing to take risks in their learning. Your support doesn't just provide supplies — it provides opportunity, confidence, and the belief that they can succeed.\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping create a classroom where every child has the tools they need to grow.","fullyFundedDate":1762526611192,"projectUrl":"project/essentials-for-my-students/9873541/","projectTitle":"Essentials for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rebecca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10046224_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1762573201490","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10046224"},{"teacherId":9923302,"projectId":9576840,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to our class. We work really hard in our kids reading fluency and getting them all caught back up after the pandemic. The iPad is used for their progress monitoring as well as used during the day when I do interactive lessons. Thank you for being a part of these kids educational journey. This year in second grade our kid year scores have never looked better. These kids are working really hard when it comes to learning to read. After mid year scores every child made growth not one person went down.","fullyFundedDate":1761832854880,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-ipad/9576840/","projectTitle":"Classroom iPad","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cheyenne Greer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9923302_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1739479854032","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9923302"},{"teacherId":10312185,"projectId":9829108,"letterContent":"Due to your generous donation we are able to support 8 students in learning about art and entrepreneurial skills. Students in the program are creating art from the supplies that your donation purchased. They will also have the opportunity to meet working artists and sell their items at a local art festival.\r\n\r\nI am a firm believer that students make great gains when they are able to participate in experiences beyond the classroom that put skills learned in the classroom to use. As part of Our Entrepreneurial Artisan Program students are learning to manage money, use arithmetic in real life situations, and use their literacy skills to advertise their projects. Beyond that students are learning to be creative finding and creating art that speaks to them. In addition building confidence and becoming assertive as they sell their art at a real art festival. This experience will last beyond the time that students participate. They will carry the skills into all future endeavors. \r\n\r\nThank you so muck for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1760736260744,"projectUrl":"project/our-entrepreneurial-artisan-program/9829108/","projectTitle":"Our Entrepreneurial Artisan Program","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lazalde","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10312185_orig.png?crop=900,900,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761147436353","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10312185"},{"teacherId":10176019,"projectId":9592789,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating to my project so that our classroom has an iPad for classroom use. This technology helps complete one-on-one and teacher projects like reading with students while tracking data for progress monitoring. I am looking forward to future projects like note-taking and connecting to the projector and school network and complete projects from my iPad. \r\n\r\nIt means a lot to have our classroom funded for technology resources that we would not be able to afford otherwise. This helps us achieve our reading goals and really helps our Title I school.","fullyFundedDate":1760652873203,"projectUrl":"project/untethered-teaching-with-an-ipad/9592789/","projectTitle":"Untethered Teaching With an iPad","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Horrocks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10176019"},{"teacherId":9376389,"projectId":9461563,"letterContent":"The donation of an iPad has had a meaningful impact on my first grade classroom, particularly in the area of progress monitoring. With access to educational apps and digital assessment tools, I am now able to quickly and efficiently track student growth in key areas such as reading fluency, phonics, and math skills. The iPad allows me to collect real-time data during small groups or independent practice, which gives me a clearer picture of each student's strengths and areas of need without interrupting instruction.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the iPad has made progress monitoring more engaging and accessible for students. Many learners are more motivated to demonstrate their understanding through interactive assessments and games, resulting in more accurate data. Features such as audio support and visual cues also help my diverse learners, including students who need additional scaffolding, to show what they know. This has led to more consistent monitoring and fewer gaps in assessment data.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the immediate feedback and data provided by the iPad allow me to adjust instruction more effectively. I can identify students who need intervention sooner, regroup students based on current performance, and communicate progress more clearly with families and support staff. Overall, the iPad donation has strengthened my ability to monitor progress consistently and make informed instructional decisions that better support student growth.","fullyFundedDate":1758806536371,"projectUrl":"project/power-up-our-progress/9461563/","projectTitle":"Power Up Our Progress!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. John","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9376389_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755816731888","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9376389"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_33216","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":351,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":93,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":11,"percentWhite":14,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":60,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":4,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":55.8,"schoolId":33216,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Backman Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Backman Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/utah/salt-lake-city-school-district/backman-elementary-school/33216"}