{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Clopper Mill Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":33.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5660441,"projectId":10510380,"letterContent":"The easel is a great addition to our classroom. We use our easel for displays in front of the room. It has helped us organize our books that students read when on the carpet. The easel is also used to display which students are present and which are absent. It has made daily instruction easier as we have a way to display everything in front of the classroom for easy accessibility for all. \r\n\r\nMy students and I are so grateful for all your donations. It is always heart warming to know that there are so many generous donors out there willing to help teachers and fellow educators.","fullyFundedDate":1789412631673,"projectUrl":"project/an-easel-for-pre-k/10510380/","projectTitle":"An Easel for Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Biles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5660441_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768481909541","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-bileskinder"},{"teacherId":3182889,"projectId":10293407,"letterContent":"Thank you again so much for contributing to this project. These mentor texts are so helpful in teaching our Kindergarten students the foundational skills for writing and then how to write different types of writing. We have started with scribbling. The students have learned that they can use up and down, side to side, and around and around scribbles as well as use different colors to color in their pictures. We are now transitioning to the shapes book where students are beginning to learn how to use shapes to draw pictures. The first foundational writing skill for kindergarten is expressing their ideas through drawing and dictating. These first 2 books are being used to help students improve their drawing skills to help them better express their ideas. Moving forward, the labeling book will help them start to use letters and sounds to label their pictures before moving on to the sentence book to teach students how to write a sentence. After students learn how to write a sentence, they will use sentences to write opinions, narratives, informational text, and more. They loved the scribbles book and loved the scribbling unit so much.","fullyFundedDate":1779730723359,"projectUrl":"project/books-to-teach-writing-and-drawing-skill/10293407/","projectTitle":"Books to Teach Writing and Drawing Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Riordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rebeccahriordan"},{"teacherId":3182889,"projectId":10304766,"letterContent":"Thank you so much again for your contributions to this project. It was so helpful on our class field trip to a farm. The students loved wearing the sun glasses while at the farm. They wore the backpacks themselves to carry their lunches in. They were able to store their water bottle on the side of the backpack for easy access. One student even used the poncho as in sprinkled a bit. We will have more outside field trips in the future- rain or shine, so the ponchos and sunglasses will get lots of use. The backpacks will be used for all field trips. They loved having their own backpack and sun glasses. They were so excited. We are about to begin quarter 2 of our school year. We will be learning about plants and animals, their needs, and their habitats. The farm was a perfect intro field trip to see animals and pumpkins, see their habitats, and even food as the students got to feed some of the animals.","fullyFundedDate":1780427383889,"projectUrl":"project/backpacks-ponchos-and-sunglasses-for-f/10304766/","projectTitle":"Backpacks, Ponchos, and Sunglasses for Field Trips","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Riordan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/rebeccahriordan"},{"teacherId":2188170,"projectId":10243594,"letterContent":"Our new classroom area rug has made a wonderful impact on our Head Start classroom. It has created a welcoming and comfortable space where students can gather together for learning, stories, music, and class discussions. The rug helps define our whole-group learning area and gives students personal space, which supports focus and participation during lessons.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the new rug, students have been more engaged during circle time and enjoy coming together as a classroom community. The bright, inviting space encourages conversations, cooperation, and active learning. It has also helped create a calmer environment where children feel safe, comfortable, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for the generosity and support that made this project possible. The new rug has truly enhanced our classroom and positively impacted our students' daily learning experiences.","fullyFundedDate":1778451719550,"projectUrl":"project/a-bright-rug-for-bright-minds/10243594/","projectTitle":"A Bright Rug for Bright Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Simms","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2188170"},{"teacherId":10432788,"projectId":10093623,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom and helping bring our life cycle unit to life! Our chicks just hatched this week! So we have been able to use the new incubator, candler, and brooder box to explore science in a hands-on and meaningful way. One of the most exciting moments was when we got to use the candler to observe the developing eggs for the first time. The students were amazed to see the veins and a little movement inside the eggs. They asked thoughtful questions and made predictions about the changes that still needed to happen before the eggs hatched. The students kept an observation journal where they record weekly changes, monitored incubation days, and connect what they see to our literacy and science lessons about life cycles and animal habitats.\r\n\r\nWhen the boxed materials first arrived, the classroom was filled with excitement and curiosity. As we unboxed the items together, there was a lot of \"ohhh\"-ing and \"ahh\"-ing! Many students had never seen an incubator or candler before, so being able to interact with real scientific tools made the experience authentic and special. The anticipation of watching chicks hatch motivated students to become responsible caretakers as they learned about nutrition, habitats, and the needs of living things. They are especially excited to continue observing the chicks in the brooder box. Hatching day was such a special day! We got to watch chick #14 (Pip) make his first pip, then make holes around the eggs, and eventually hatch!\r\n\r\nAs we move forward in this unit, students will continue comparing the chick life cycle to other animals we study in science and literacy. They will use their journals to write reflections and share observations with classmates. We also plan to extend learning through discussions about responsibility, empathy, and how living things grow and change over time. Your generosity has transformed this lesson from something students could only read about into an unforgettable real-world learning experience. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1771393454708,"projectUrl":"project/egg-citing-life-cycle-adventure/10093623/","projectTitle":"Egg-citing Life Cycle Adventure!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tomnay","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10432788_orig.png?crop=590,590,x369,y513&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770824122744","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10432788"},{"teacherId":2188170,"projectId":10158056,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Scholastic My Big World project! Because of you, our Pre-K and Head Start students now have access to engaging, high-quality magazines that spark curiosity and build a love for learning.\r\n\r\nOur students will be excited to explore new topics and make real-world connections that help them better understand the world around them. The materials will support early literacy skills such as listening, vocabulary development, and comprehension, while also encouraging meaningful discussions during our group learning time.\r\n\r\nYour support will truly make a difference in creating a rich and inspiring learning environment for all our students. Thank you for investing in their education and helping them grow as confident, curious learners.","fullyFundedDate":1777155096864,"projectUrl":"project/my-big-world-preschoolers-get-excited-to/10158056/","projectTitle":"My Big World Preschoolers Get Excited to Read!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Simms","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2188170"},{"teacherId":2188170,"projectId":10131174,"letterContent":"Your generous support has made a big difference in our Head Start classroom. The easel has become a central part of our daily learning, allowing students to actively participate in shared reading, writing, and hands-on activities.\r\n\r\nIt provides important visual support that helps students stay engaged, build confidence, and better understand new concepts. The easel also encourages collaboration and creativity as students work together to explore and express their ideas.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our classroom is now a more interactive and inclusive place where all students can learn and grow. Thank you for supporting our young learners!","fullyFundedDate":1776480192145,"projectUrl":"project/paint-create-imagine-our-preschool-ea/10131174/","projectTitle":"Paint, Create, Imagine: Our Preschool Easel Dream!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Simms","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2188170"},{"teacherId":2188170,"projectId":10098752,"letterContent":"This funded DonorsChoose project has had a meaningful impact on our Head Start classroom by giving students access to hands-on puzzles and engaging science materials that support early learning in a meaningful, developmentally appropriate way.\r\n\r\nOur students use the puzzles daily during center time to build important skills such as problem-solving, spatial awareness, and persistence. As they work to fit pieces together, they practice recognizing shapes, colors, and patterns while also strengthening fine motor skills. Many students are learning to collaborate by working with peers, taking turns, and helping one another complete more challenging puzzles. The science materials have sparked curiosity and excitement about the world around them.\r\n\r\nThe materials in this project have helped foster independence, cooperation, curiosity, and a love for learning that will support their growth both in and beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1775746639047,"projectUrl":"project/puzzles-and-science/10098752/","projectTitle":"Puzzles and Science!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Simms","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2188170"},{"teacherId":2188170,"projectId":10078214,"letterContent":"A Head Start–funded DonorsChoose project had an immediate and meaningful impact on our classroom by transforming both the environment and the way students engage in learning.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the students were filled with excitement and curiosity. The new comfy couch in the library quickly became a favorite spot—students rushed over, eager to sit, relax, and explore books in a cozy, inviting space. The science stand-up magnetic center sparked a different kind of excitement. Students were immediately drawn to it, experimenting with the magnetic pieces. The castle blocks in the block center inspired imaginative play and collaboration.\r\n\r\nOverall, these materials have enriched our classroom by creating a more engaging, comfortable, and interactive learning environment. We are incredibly grateful for the support that made these meaningful additions possible.","fullyFundedDate":1771008969791,"projectUrl":"project/learning-is-fun/10078214/","projectTitle":"Learning Is Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Simms","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2188170"},{"teacherId":5660441,"projectId":10022321,"letterContent":"The donated items have significantly enhanced our dramatic play area, making it an even more engaging and popular center in the classroom. Students have thoroughly enjoyed dressing up and using their imaginations to take on different roles. In addition to the costumes themselves, the provided storage has been essential in maintaining a neat and organized learning environment. Thank you for the combined efforts in providing my students with such a meaningful and enjoyable dramatic play experience.","fullyFundedDate":1769171816485,"projectUrl":"project/dress-up-for-mrs-biles-pre-k-students/10022321/","projectTitle":"Dress-up for Mrs. Biles' Pre-K students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Biles","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5660441_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768481909541","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-bileskinder"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_53314","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":440,"numTeachers":42,"percentFrplEligible":82,"percentAsian":8,"percentBlack":30,"percentWhite":6,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":50,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":3,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.5:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":67.0,"schoolId":53314,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Clopper Mill Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Clopper Mill Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maryland/montgomery-county-public-schools/clopper-mill-elementary-school/53314"}