{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Cliftondale Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":45.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4940223,"projectId":9577634,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, kindergarteners now have access to hands-on literacy and math manipulatives that are tailored to their unique learning needs. With alphabet tiles, phonics games, counting manipulatives, ten-frames, number lines, and pattern blocks, our students are learning foundational literacy and numeracy skills in a tactile, interactive way — building phonemic awareness, letter recognition, number sense, and early problem-solving.\r\n\r\nWith the materials provided through this project, I have observed increased student engagement, more confident participation, and deeper understanding during small-group and independent learning time. What used to require constant adult prompting is now becoming more student-driven: children excitedly name letters, build words, count using frames, and explore mathematical patterns — often with big smiles and sharings of their \"new discoveries.\"\r\n\r\nFor many of these bright and curious children — some of whom face learning challenges that make traditional worksheets overwhelming — these tools have unlocked a new way of learning: accessible, empowering, and fun. Beyond academic growth, the manipulatives have supported fine-motor development, language acquisition, peer collaboration, and self-confidence.","fullyFundedDate":1755727651473,"projectUrl":"project/exceptional-learner-excelling/9577634/","projectTitle":"Exceptional Learner Excelling","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Haley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4940223_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509375605899","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-haley"},{"teacherId":2075861,"projectId":9313765,"letterContent":"The addition of the There Was An Old Lady book collection has sparked the imagination and creativity with my students. My students are becoming more curious about the world around them. The addition of these books to my small library of books has begun to support their speech and language goals!\r\n\r\nWe can be silly, surprising, and full of imagination while learning. I have paired the books with activities such as Ned's head where they never know what's coming out of his head. Like the lady Ned has swallowed many things. The books have built comprehension and vocabulary skills through questions and discussions. I can't thank you and Ripple enough for your wonderful donation.","fullyFundedDate":1746698805996,"projectUrl":"project/who-swallows-imaginations-the-old-lady/9313765/","projectTitle":"Who Swallows Imaginations-the Old Lady!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2075861"},{"teacherId":10096754,"projectId":9506022,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed into a space where movement and learning work hand in hand! The new Storex Active Tilt Stools and Bouncyband Wiggle Seat Sensory Cushions have added a whole new level of flexibility and focus to our daily routine. My students were beyond excited when they first saw the bright teal stools and fun monster and flower cushions — their faces absolutely lit up!\r\n\r\nThese resources have given my students the freedom to move, wiggle, and engage without distraction. Students who once struggled to stay seated are now using their energy in positive ways, maintaining focus during small-group lessons, and participating more actively in discussions. One of my students even said, \"It's like my chair knows when I need a break!\"\r\n\r\nWe're currently using the flexible seating options during math rotations and reading groups, and the difference is clear — calmer transitions, better posture, and happier learners. Your contribution helped make our classroom a more inclusive and dynamic environment, and I can't thank you enough for believing in our vision.","fullyFundedDate":1753906221592,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-while-we-work/9506022/","projectTitle":"Wiggle While We Work!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clemmons","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10096754"},{"teacherId":2075861,"projectId":9287594,"letterContent":"You have changed my scholars' world. I have one young man that would not want to work half way through the session. Now he comes in looking for the therapy toys you made possible. He will now come in, sit down and work for as long as is needed just to play with the toys at the end. Utilization of the materials has increased scholars' engagement as well increased the length of their utterances.\r\n\r\nDonors Choose and the donations through it are making a difference in children's lives. Your giving does not go unnoticed. I just want to say thank you for your consideration and generous donation.","fullyFundedDate":1746048096262,"projectUrl":"project/busy-hands-to-busy-minds-whats-inside/9287594/","projectTitle":"Busy Hands to Busy Minds: What's Inside?","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Walker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2075861"},{"teacherId":4545231,"projectId":9559317,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our class treasure box. Your support has made a real difference in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThe treasure box is a student-driven initiative—students help select the items, which builds their sense of ownership and excitement. Because of your donations, the treasure box has become a powerful motivator. Students look forward to celebrating their achievements, and the rewards encourage positive behaviors and consistent effort.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your kindness directly supports our students' growth and success. Your gifts help create a joyful, encouraging environment where students are recognized and motivated to do their best every day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for investing in our students and making our classroom a happier, more inspiring place to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1758241935707,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-incentives-treasure-oh-my/9559317/","projectTitle":"Rewards, Incentives, Treasure OH MY!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4545231_orig.jpg?crop=2048,2048,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754655312757","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4545231"},{"teacherId":8549023,"projectId":9166962,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation to my students! We were able to start off the school year with some materials that added to the impact of speech therapy. We have really enjoyed seeing what's gross in Ned's Head and it has been very impactful to improve out listening skills using the Grammar Processing Program.\r\n\r\nMy student benefit from visuals and multi-modal approaches to buidling speech and language skills. My goal is always to get the biggest bang for our buck since I only spend about 30 minutes at a time with my small groups. Your contribution has helped me continue my impact in speech therapy. For that, I'm so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1746698763089,"projectUrl":"project/building-strong-foundations-with-the-gra/9166962/","projectTitle":"Building Strong Foundations with The Grammar Processing Program","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. McCummings","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8549023_orig.jpg?crop=1900,1901,x0,y145&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660931646834","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8549023"},{"teacherId":8702490,"projectId":9271109,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project Passports, Pages, and Places: We're Reading Around the World. Your generosity helped bring our classroom theme to life and made the start of the school year unforgettable for my students.\r\n\r\nThis year, our theme is Reading Takes Us Places, and the passport materials were the perfect way to kick things off. Even though I moved grade levels, the passports helped me connect with my new students right away. We used them as a writing activity to learn about each other's interests, goals, and reading habits. Students were excited to \"stamp\" their passports as they explored new genres and authors, and it gave them a sense of adventure and ownership in their learning.\r\n\r\nThe sombreros, maracas, and suitcases added so much fun and flair to our Open House event. Families were able to see how we're using reading to travel the world, and students proudly showed off their passports and reading goals. It created a welcoming environment and helped build excitement for the year ahead. Next, we'll be using the passports to track progress through our unit texts and celebrate reading milestones.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping us start the year with creativity, joy, and a sense of global exploration.","fullyFundedDate":1746785406958,"projectUrl":"project/passports-pages-and-places-were-read/9271109/","projectTitle":"Passports, Pages, and Places: We're Reading Around the World!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8702490_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663420602200","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8702490"},{"teacherId":8702490,"projectId":9054850,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project Empowering Young Designers with Technology. Your generosity has made a big difference in our classroom and beyond.\r\n\r\nThe new technology has helped our students start designing costumes digitally for our school drama club. They're able to bring their ideas to life on screen before we even begin making them, which has made the creative process smoother and more exciting. It's also helping our Fashion Club explore design in ways we couldn't before. They're learning how to build digital portfolios, experiment with patterns, and express their creativity in new ways.\r\n\r\nOne of my students who usually stays quiet during group work has really taken to the design software. She's now helping others and sharing her ideas with confidence. It's been amazing to see how this project has sparked new interest and leadership in her and others.\r\n\r\nThanks again for believing in our students and giving them tools to grow as designers and creators. We're so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1746785577202,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-designers-with-technolo/9054850/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Designers with Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hill","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8702490_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1663420602200","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8702490"},{"teacherId":136266,"projectId":9275634,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support through DonorsChoose! Because of you, our classroom has been transformed into a vibrant, engaging, and supportive space. The sensory items have helped my students stay focused and calm, especially during transitions and independent work. The Candyland-themed décor has brought joy and excitement to our learning environment, and the candy has added a sweet touch to our rewards and celebrations.\r\n\r\nOne unforgettable moment was seeing my students' faces light up when they walked into the newly decorated classroom for the first time—they were amazed and immediately felt at home. Your kindness has made a lasting impact, and we're excited to keep building on this momentum with themed learning activities and sensory-friendly lessons.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping us create a space where learning is magical!","fullyFundedDate":1746699640188,"projectUrl":"project/candyland-classroom-a-sensory-rich-lear/9275634/","projectTitle":"Candyland Classroom: A Sensory-Rich Learning Paradise","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hunter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp136266_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x420,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569261738808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/136266"},{"teacherId":136266,"projectId":8993530,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has come alive with excitement and learning through cooking! When my students first saw the baking products and cooking materials, their faces lit up with joy and curiosity. They couldn't wait to dive in and start creating.\r\n\r\nOne of our favorite projects so far was making simple no-bake treats. Students practiced reading recipes, measuring ingredients, and working together—all while building real-world skills in math, literacy, and social interaction. The hands-on experience made learning tangible and fun, especially for my students with special needs.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, we've been able to turn our classroom into a space where academic learning meets life skills. The next step in our journey is exploring more complex recipes and connecting cooking to science lessons, like understanding states of matter and chemical changes.","fullyFundedDate":1742920852655,"projectUrl":"project/the-little-cake-maker-fun-recipes-for-b/8993530/","projectTitle":"The Little Cake Maker: Fun Recipes for Big Smiles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hunter","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp136266_orig.jpg?crop=2400,2400,x420,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569261738808","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/136266"},{"teacherId":4940223,"projectId":9306456,"letterContent":"Thanks to your incredible generosity, our kindergarten special education classroom now has a variety of sensory tools that are already making a meaningful difference in our students' learning experiences. Items like light table manipulatives, sensory pathway decals, weighted plush toys, magnetic blocks, tactile numerals, and calming LED lights have created a classroom environment where students can engage more effectively, manage anxiety, and stay focused on learning tasks. These resources not only support attention and regulation but also help develop fine motor skills and promote a calmer, more responsive learning atmosphere. \r\n\r\nThe impact has been profound. With these sensory solutions in place, I've observed increased independence as students learn to choose what's best for their focus. These materials have opened new doors for differentiation, allowing me to tailor instruction and create a nurturing, inclusive space where every child can thrive emotionally, behaviorally, and academically.","fullyFundedDate":1746706504239,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-solutions/9306456/","projectTitle":"Sensory Solutions","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Haley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4940223_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1509375605899","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/b-haley"},{"teacherId":4940223,"projectId":9305959,"letterContent":"Thanks to your extraordinary generosity, my Kindergarten Special Education classroom now features flexible seating options—ball chairs, lap desks, and cushioned mats—that are already transforming the learning experience for my exceptional learners. Your support has enabled me to tailor our learning environment to meet each student's sensory, physical, and emotional needs. Students are choosing where and how they sit based on their individual preferences—some are more alert and focused on the ball chairs, while others feel more grounded and comfortable using lap desks or floor cushions. The flexibility of these seating options has sparked engagement and active participation in both whole-group and small-group settings, fostering improved focus and classroom interaction. \r\n\r\nYour support has made our classroom more dynamic, inclusive, and supportive—creating a foundation for long-term academic and social-emotional growth. 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