{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Community Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":60.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7905820,"projectId":10001263,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom has been transformed into an even more engaging and student-centered learning space. Students are using the new supplies every single day—whether they are annotating texts with gel pens, drafting essays with fresh pencils, or creating interactive notebook pages using glue sticks and scissors. One standout moment came during a recent Social Studies project where students created timelines and visual displays of historical events. With the proper materials in hand, every student was able to fully participate, and the pride they took in their work was clear. Instead of worrying about not having supplies, they were able to focus on their thinking, creativity, and collaboration.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, the excitement in the room was immediate. Students noticed right away that they each had access to what they needed, and it created a sense of equity and belonging. Something as simple as having their own pencil or being able to use colorful pens made them feel more prepared and confident. The classroom also became more organized and interactive with the help of the dry erase materials and storage tools, which has made daily lessons run more smoothly and kept students more engaged.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, students will continue building on these skills through writing projects, group discussions, and hands-on Social Studies activities. We are currently working toward deeper analysis and project-based learning, where students will create presentations and visual representations of their learning. Thanks to your support, they now have the tools to take ownership of their work and push themselves further. Your contribution is not just supporting supplies—it's helping create an environment where students feel capable, motivated, and excited to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1768414578336,"projectUrl":"project/basics-for-all/10001263/","projectTitle":"Basics for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Logan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7905820_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y440&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1697060328437","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7905820"},{"teacherId":7349606,"projectId":10060295,"letterContent":"My students loved spreading notes throughout the school. We have also made cards given throughout the community. This project spread so many different things in kindness. Such as giving, smiling, notes of encouragement, and so much more. We are so thankful for this opportunity in spreading kindness. Thank you for your generosity in getting the supplies so my students were able to spread kindness throughout. When my students saw all the supplies to make cards they were so excited. Then they saw the sticky notes to spread kindness and they were ready to go stick on students lockers throughout the school. Thank you so much for your support to our class.","fullyFundedDate":1769810863079,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-for-all/10060295/","projectTitle":"Kindness For All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. York","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7349606_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769353749367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephanie-myers"},{"teacherId":7349606,"projectId":10086318,"letterContent":"I am so appreciative of your support to our class and our Math March Madness activities. My students love walking in class every day having the class decorated. Each student was able to make their own jersey and hang it on the wall. My students have been having an amazing time playing against each other during reviews. This has been a fun and exciting experience for all my students. Thank you so much for your help in getting these items in our class! We cant wait for the end of March to play the different games after our months long review.","fullyFundedDate":1771001590069,"projectUrl":"project/coaching-life-skills-through-basketball/10086318/","projectTitle":"Coaching Life Skills Through Basketball and March Madness","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. York","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7349606_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769353749367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephanie-myers"},{"teacherId":7349606,"projectId":10097725,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support to our March Madness project. My student have LOVED participating in March Madness in class. I fully believe it has been a huge help in getting review time in before state assessments. My students love all the decorations in class and are fully looking forward to receiving medals. At the end of this month students will get to play all the games that this project has provided as a day of relief from all their hard work through May. They are so excited to play basketball games with eachother.","fullyFundedDate":1772471907379,"projectUrl":"project/coaching-math-confidence-through-a-march/10097725/","projectTitle":"Coaching Math Confidence Through a March Madness Learning Bracket","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. York","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7349606_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769353749367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephanie-myers"},{"teacherId":7349606,"projectId":9948903,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for making Lunar New Year unforgettable for my students! It was so fun celebrating with my students. They had so much fun learning to eat with chopsticks. My students also loved getting fortune cookies. Your help to our class in getting these items gave my students an unforgettable time. I would like to say thank you for your generosity! \r\nMy students ate noodles with the chopsticks, they each got a fortune cookies. With your generous donation for the cricuit students made letters. Cards have been made and more decor! Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1767194088232,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-creations/9948903/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year Creations","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. York","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7349606_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769353749367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephanie-myers"},{"teacherId":7349606,"projectId":10017910,"letterContent":"We are so thankful for the classroom basics. Pencils ALWAYS come in handy. I am thankful to have community scissors for those who have lost their scissors. My students have so many things to keep track of if I can take little off of of them from worrying if they left something behind I am glad to do that. Because of your generosity it has helped tremendously relieve that off my students. So thank you so very much for your support to our classroom and to my students it is truly appreciated by all.","fullyFundedDate":1769190300993,"projectUrl":"project/basics-for-our-class/10017910/","projectTitle":"Basics for Our Class","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. York","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7349606_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769353749367","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephanie-myers"},{"teacherId":8261267,"projectId":10074058,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become a more supportive, caring, and secure place for every student. The supplemental food bag program has made a meaningful difference in the lives of our children—many of whom face challenges that are often invisible during the school day.\r\nBecause of your support:\r\nStudents come to school more focused and ready to learn. Having access to reliable food outside of school hours has helped reduce stress and improved students' ability to concentrate in class.\r\nOur classroom community has grown stronger. Students who help prepare the food bags take pride in serving their peers, learning responsibility, empathy, and the importance of giving back.\r\nFamilies feel seen and supported. Counselors have shared how much it means for parents to know there is a judgment‑free, discreet resource available when times are tough.\r\nAcademic and emotional well‑being have improved. With basic needs met more consistently, students have shown greater confidence, higher engagement, and increased participation.\r\nYour kindness does more than fill a bag—\r\nit fills our students with hope, stability, and the chance to thrive.\r\nThank you for making such a powerful and lasting impact on our class. Your support truly changes lives.","fullyFundedDate":1770653708817,"projectUrl":"project/focused-brains-need-fed/10074058/","projectTitle":"Focused Brains Need Fed","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Michelle Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8261267_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660942886400","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8261267"},{"teacherId":8261266,"projectId":9886844,"letterContent":"When the materials arrived, my students were so excited to become \"real scientists!\" They eagerly planted seeds in the pods, added soil, and set up the plant lights. Each day they observe the seedlings, record changes, and discuss what plants need to grow. They love comparing results and asking questions. Next, we will continue tracking growth and connect our learning to our farm-to-table studies happening in our classroom. Thank you for making my classroom a hands on place for learning and making lessons more engaging.","fullyFundedDate":1771003422721,"projectUrl":"project/grow-a-garden/9886844/","projectTitle":"Grow a Garden","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jamie Robinett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8261266_orig.jpg?crop=1602,1602,x493,y796&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1641318405305","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/jamierobinett"},{"teacherId":6130702,"projectId":9959875,"letterContent":"Thank you for the donations. Because we received these items, students have had supplies to use in the counseling office. These supplies have been used for a variety of circumstances, such as during our morning meeting, small groups, calming and resetting, and student specific needs. They have really enjoyed having a multitude of supplies to use for these purposes and others. I am grateful to have these supplies ready for students as they come throughout the day. They provide a nice distraction when students are stressed.","fullyFundedDate":1766524306872,"projectUrl":"project/twister-essentials/9959875/","projectTitle":"Twister Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ford","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6130702_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673022155043","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6130702"},{"teacherId":9490070,"projectId":10068365,"letterContent":"The donated printer, markers, chapsticks, and socks allow my students to combine technology with hands-on learning in a meaningful way. Students use technology to design and print personalized cards, giving them experience with digital creativity, planning, and real-world communication skills. The printer is especially exciting because students can turn their ideas into professional-looking cards that will be shared with nursing home residents. Several students who are typically quieter or more comfortable with technology have especially connected with this project, taking leadership in designing layouts and helping peers learn how to use digital tools. By blending creativity, technology, and service, students see how technology can be used not just for academics, but to spread kindness and make a positive impact in our community.","fullyFundedDate":1770322505684,"projectUrl":"project/showing-kindness-to-our-community/10068365/","projectTitle":"Showing Kindness to Our Community!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9490070_orig.jpg?crop=2319,2319,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764608787080","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9490070"},{"teacherId":8261355,"projectId":10060268,"letterContent":"The donation of food to support our community service project has made a lasting impact on both my classroom and our community. By turning these donations into food packs for hungry children, my students have experienced firsthand what it means to serve others with empathy and purpose. They have taken ownership in organizing, packing, and preparing the bags, learning responsibility, teamwork, and compassion along the way. This project has sparked meaningful conversations about gratitude, kindness, and the realities some families face, helping students develop a deeper understanding of their role in making a difference. Beyond our classroom walls, these food packs provide comfort and nourishment to children in need, strengthening the sense of connection and care within our community. What began as a simple donation has grown into a powerful opportunity for students to lead with heart and create real, positive change.","fullyFundedDate":1769793266938,"projectUrl":"project/full-bellies-means-minds-that-learn/10060268/","projectTitle":"Full Bellies Means Minds that Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nichols","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8261355_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682990400703","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8261355"},{"teacherId":8261355,"projectId":9978984,"letterContent":"The donation of a class set of thesaurus books has made a powerful impact in my classroom by giving every student immediate access to a tool that strengthens vocabulary, writing, and confidence. Instead of relying on limited resources or waiting to share, students can independently explore synonyms and antonyms to enhance their word choice in real time. During writing lessons, I've seen them move beyond basic words like \"good,\" \"big,\" and \"said,\" replacing them with more precise, descriptive language that makes their work more engaging and thoughtful. The thesauruses have also sparked meaningful conversations about shades of meaning and word nuances, deepening comprehension across reading and content areas. Most importantly, students feel empowered as writers because they now have the resources to revise and elevate their own work independently. This generous donation has truly enriched our literacy instruction and helped cultivate more confident, capable communicators in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1767912565315,"projectUrl":"project/finding-the-right-words-building-vocabu/9978984/","projectTitle":"Finding the Right Words: Building Vocabulary with Thesaurus Skills","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Nichols","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8261355_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1682990400703","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8261355"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_57136","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":995,"numTeachers":68,"percentFrplEligible":75,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":8,"percentWhite":44,"percentIndigenous":3,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"14.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_REMOTE"},"inStateSupporters":40.0,"schoolId":57136,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Community Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Community Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/kansas/coffeyville-unified-school-district-445/community-elementary-school/57136"}