{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Community Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":60.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"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"},{"teacherId":8261272,"projectId":10065827,"letterContent":"When the card-making supplies arrived, my students were thrilled. They couldn't wait to choose their markers, gel pens, and paint markers and immediately began planning colorful, heartfelt messages. One special moment was watching students carefully write, \"Thank you for helping our community,\" and decorate each card with such intention. They truly understood that their words could brighten someone's day.\r\n\r\nWe've turned our classroom into a kindness workshop, with students rotating through organized stations to design, write, assemble, and package the cards. They've taken ownership of the entire process—from managing supplies to preparing the final deliveries. Next, we will reflect on the impact of our service and continue finding new ways to spread kindness in our community. Because of your support, my students are learning that even small acts of kindness can make a big difference.","fullyFundedDate":1770846714086,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-kindness-one-card-at-a-time/10065827/","projectTitle":"Spreading Kindness One Card At a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Glenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8261272_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694904389476","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8261272"},{"teacherId":8261272,"projectId":9972945,"letterContent":"When the Lunar New Year materials arrived, my students were immediately excited. They were especially curious about the book and couldn't wait to learn about the symbols and traditions connected to the holiday. During our read-aloud, students eagerly asked questions and made connections to celebrations in their own families. One of my favorite moments was watching them crack open their fortune cookies and then write thoughtful reflections about hopes and goals for the new year.\r\n\r\nWe used the colored pencils to complete vocabulary activities and creative response pages tied to the story. The rolling file cart has made a big difference in keeping everything organized and easy for students to access independently. Because of your generosity, my students experienced a joyful, meaningful cultural celebration while strengthening their literacy and responsibility skills. Next, we will continue comparing Lunar New Year to other global traditions we study, building even deeper cultural awareness and understanding","fullyFundedDate":1767152450410,"projectUrl":"project/fortunes-stories-a-lunar-new-year-cel/9972945/","projectTitle":"Fortunes & Stories: a Lunar New Year Celebration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Glenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8261272_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y256&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1694904389476","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8261272"},{"teacherId":8261266,"projectId":9987184,"letterContent":"My students were thrilled when they saw the snacks. They cheered and could not wait to use them. We used Goldfish crackers to sort, count, and create graphs in math. Students stayed focused and excited during lessons and small groups. The snacks helped meet their needs so they could learn. Next, students will interpret their graphs, ask questions, explain their thinking, and share their learning with confidence every day in our classroom. They loved learning this way. It builds confidence daily.","fullyFundedDate":1771003421937,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-learning/9987184/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Learning","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":8261266,"projectId":10071661,"letterContent":"When the materials arrived, my students cheered and eagerly began assembling kindness kits. They carefully filled snack bags, wrote heartfelt messages, and created calm kits for classrooms. They beamed with pride knowing their actions would comfort others, including nursing home residents. Next, students will reflect through writing, share their experiences, and plan future service projects, continuing to grow as empathetic leaders. Thank you for helping me create this fun learning experience in my classroom and teach my students the importance of spreading kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1770679995290,"projectUrl":"project/spread-kindness/10071661/","projectTitle":"Spread Kindness","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":8261266,"projectId":9986195,"letterContent":"When the materials arrived, my students cheered and immediately began asking questions about Lunar New Year traditions. We cooked rice together, practiced using chopsticks, and read our new books to build background knowledge before tasting the food. Students wrote reflections about what they learned and shared ways to show respect for different cultures. Next, they will research another global celebration and create a class \"Traditions Around the World\" showcase to continue expanding their cultural understanding.","fullyFundedDate":1769018600960,"projectUrl":"project/lunar-new-year-and-food/9986195/","projectTitle":"Lunar New Year and Food","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":7349606,"projectId":9933652,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity! My students have enjoyed the snacks and this weeks lesson calls for more of this fun snack items. This has been a great way to feed our bellies feed our minds. My students have a lot of laughs and when hands on experiences come there are even more. Because of your generosity there have been many memories made in our class. From my classes and myself we just want to say thank you so very much for the opportunity your donation has given. We've made a lot of fun memories!","fullyFundedDate":1764598142158,"projectUrl":"project/snack-shop-math/9933652/","projectTitle":"Snack Shop Math","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"}],"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"}