{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Countryside Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7459834,"projectId":9850254,"letterContent":"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for bringing this project to life in our classroom! Because of your kindness and generosity, my students now have access to engaging activities that are sparking growth in the most joyful and meaningful ways. My students especially LOVE SuperFlex! My students are constantly talking about the characters, making connections, and even calling out \"Unthinkables\" in real life moments. We even made a new bulletin board dedicated to the SuperFlex characters, and they have had so much fun with it. \r\n\r\nThese activities are so much fun and so impactful. Students are learning how to pause, reflect, and shift their thinking. They're building flexible minds, stronger friendships, and a deeper understanding of themselves and others.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is filled with more empathy, more problem solving, and more meaningful connections every single day. We are so grateful for donors like you that continue to believe in my amazing students. They are truly the best, and we are so grateful for the support! :)","fullyFundedDate":1769026190881,"projectUrl":"project/mindful-moments-and-meaningful-connectio/9850254/","projectTitle":"Mindful Moments and Meaningful Connections!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Horner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7459834_orig.jpg?crop=3456,3456,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688335625944","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7459834"},{"teacherId":7459834,"projectId":10065469,"letterContent":"Thank you SO much for supporting our project and helping bring these amazing games into our classroom. From the moment the box arrived, the excitement was contagious! Students were thrilled to unbox each game and couldn't wait to start exploring. These materials have brought so much joy into our classroom, and it has been incredible to watch students dive in with curiosity and enthusiasm. Your generosity has truly made a difference in creating a space where learning feels fun, engaging, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWhat has been most impactful is seeing how these games have brought students together. I've watched children collaborate with peers they don't typically interact with, building new connections and strengthening teamwork skills. Students are developing problem-solving strategies, practicing flexible thinking, and engaging in thoughtful discussions - all while playing! Even those who don't usually gravitate toward games are beginning to take risks and try new things, which has been so rewarding to witness. Because of your support, our students are not only learning, they are growing socially, emotionally, and academically in ways that will last far beyond the classroom. We are so so so grateful for your continued support of my special education classroom. My students are truly capable of such amazing things!","fullyFundedDate":1770246358784,"projectUrl":"project/think-play-succeed-stem-games-that-ma/10065469/","projectTitle":"Think, Play, Succeed: STEM Games That Make Thinking Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Horner","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7459834_orig.jpg?crop=3456,3456,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1688335625944","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7459834"},{"teacherId":8347838,"projectId":9672116,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the thoughtful sensory play items! These materials perfectly support our Wit & Wisdom curriculum by helping our students explore, create, and engage with their learning in meaningful, hands-on ways.\r\n\r\nSensory experiences not only spark curiosity and creativity, but also deepen understanding and strengthen important skills like focus, language development, and problem-solving. Your generosity is making a real difference in our classroom every day!\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for your support in helping our students learn and grow. 💛","fullyFundedDate":1766084645314,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-wit-wisdom-with-sensory-play/9672116/","projectTitle":"Exploring Wit & Wisdom with Sensory Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Muntz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8347838_orig.png?crop=1012,1012,x127,y373&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1649706311939","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8347838"},{"teacherId":10242006,"projectId":9683231,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for giving my students the materials they need to make their speech and language sessions more fun and engaging. All of my students were very excited when they saw all of the new games, toys, and materials! I made sure to let them know that people in the community were able to provide them with all of the new material and they were absolutely thankful. \r\nI am seeing so much progress with student engagement by introducing a reward chart to earn a piece of candy or a squishy toy. I am also seeing progress in their goals, especially my articulation kids because they are able to see themselves produce sounds using the mirrors. When the kids earn free time they now have a variety games to choose from and it makes the sessions fun and entertaining. \r\nAgain, thank you so much for helping me create such a fun and engaging environment for my students!","fullyFundedDate":1765989805525,"projectUrl":"project/speechie-tools/9683231/","projectTitle":"Speechie Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Butto","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10242006"},{"teacherId":10080850,"projectId":9654278,"letterContent":"In our classroom, each student has access to their own iPad. Students use these iPads to practice reading and math skills using apps. Also, students use these iPads for taking district and state assessments. Additionally, students use these iPads to produce their final writing projects.\r\nDue to individual learning needs, students need headphones to complete a variety of tasks and assignments. Also, individual headphones help students focus and stay on task, decreasing distractions in the classroom. The headphones must have the new C cord to be compatible with our new iPads. Most students haven't been able to purchase these types of headphones at different retail stores because of cost, and they are an addition to the regular supply list. I was able to purchase adaptors, but they didn't last long because of the wiring.\r\n50% of my students are learning English as a second language. Having individual headphones clarifies directions and expectations for individual testing and assessing all students. I am unable to purchase headphones for all the students in my classroom, so I could not have done so without DonorsChoose.","fullyFundedDate":1756482845969,"projectUrl":"project/excited-to-interact-with-ipad/9654278/","projectTitle":"Excited To Interact with iPad","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wolf","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10080850_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754714300833","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10080850"},{"teacherId":10327332,"projectId":9883215,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding my sensory bin project. It has truly transformed our kindergarten classroom environment. With the addition of the new sensory materials, students now have a hands-on space where they can safely explore a variety of textures such as sand, rice, beans, water beads, and kinetic materials. These experiences allow my students to learn through touch and discovery, which is especially important at the kindergarten level. Many of my students learn best when they can physically interact with their environment, and the sensory bins material give them meaningful opportunities to do exactly that.\r\n\r\nBeyond sensory exploration, the bins have strengthened important social-emotional skills. Students naturally gather around the bin and practice sharing tools, taking turns, and cooperating with one another. They communicate, problem-solve, and help each other during play, which has encouraged teamwork and positive peer interactions. I have noticed students who were once hesitant to engage with classmates now initiating conversations and working together to build, sort, and create. The sensory station has become a space where friendships grow and confidence develops.\r\n\r\nThe sensory bins have also supported academic learning. Students are sorting, counting, comparing sizes, identifying letters hidden in the materials, and practicing fine motor skills while scooping, pouring, and grasping small objects. These activities strengthen hand muscles needed for writing while making learning feel like play. The excitement they feel when discovering a hidden letter or completing a collaborative task keeps them engaged and motivated throughout the day.\r\n\r\nKindergarten classrooms thrive when students are active participants in their learning, and this project has made that possible. The sensory center has become a favorite part of our daily routine and helps students regulate their emotions, refocus their attention, and return to whole-group instruction ready to learn. Thanks to the generous donors, my students now have a welcoming space that supports creativity, curiosity, cooperation, and joy. The impact of this project goes far beyond materials — it has helped create a classroom community where every child feels comfortable exploring, learning, and growing together.","fullyFundedDate":1763822202416,"projectUrl":"project/the-science-of-sensory-play/9883215/","projectTitle":"The Science of Sensory Play","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kirk","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10327332_orig.png?crop=240,240,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761185160982","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10327332"},{"teacherId":9065710,"projectId":9870921,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our classroom has become an even more joyful, hands-on place to learn! The reading and math carts, along with the TPT resources you helped provide, are being used every day to spark curiosity, engagement, and growth.\r\n\r\nOur students love exploring the new games and activities. During small-group time, they practice essential reading and math skills at their own pace while developing collaboration, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Struggling readers gain confidence as they find activities they can succeed at, and advanced learners are challenged in fun, interactive ways that keep them motivated and excited to learn.\r\n\r\nThe TPT gift card allowed me to find high-quality, standards-aligned resources that perfectly support our curriculum. With these tools, learning has become more creative, personalized, and engaging. Students are thriving academically, socially, and emotionally, and the joy on their faces as they explore, play, and discover new concepts every day is truly priceless.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is a place where every student can grow, succeed, and develop a lifelong love of learning. Your support has made a real, lasting difference, and we are so grateful for your belief in our students and our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769026191391,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-learners-through-hands-on-rea/9870921/","projectTitle":"Empowering Learners Through Hands-On Reading and Math","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Merz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9065710_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686001117317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9065710"},{"teacherId":9065710,"projectId":9624707,"letterContent":"Every day in our classroom is filled with curiosity, laughter, and the joy of learning. My second graders are bright, enthusiastic, and full of wonder. They ask big questions, support one another with kind hearts, and give their best effort each day. I love watching their faces light up when they discover something new, and I am so proud of the way they grow—not only as learners, but as friends.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, we are able to bring meaningful tools and unforgettable learning experiences into our classroom. Your support directly helps provide:\r\n\r\nA Math Games Cart\r\nHands-on math games such as smart coins, building blocks, and math board games make learning come alive. These activities strengthen number sense, problem-solving skills, and teamwork while keeping math time active and fun. With a variety of games available, we can meet students at their individual learning levels and ensure every child feels successful.\r\n\r\nAn Incubator for Our Chick Project\r\nOne of the most exciting moments of second grade is our chick-hatching project. Watching eggs develop and hatch gives students a real-world understanding of life cycles, responsibility, and scientific observation. This experience sparks curiosity and creates memories that stay with students long after the project ends.\r\n\r\nHeadphones for the Classroom\r\nA class set of headphones is essential for listening centers, online learning programs, and focused independent work. These provide students with quiet, personalized learning opportunities and help them stay engaged and confident.\r\n\r\nName Tag Holders\r\nWhile small, these tools make a big impact. Durable, reusable name tag holders help students organize their materials, build independence, and take pride in their personal space—strengthening our classroom community.\r\n\r\nEach item is used with purpose and care to support learning that is joyful, meaningful, and developmentally rich. Because of you, our students are able to explore, create, and thrive in an environment designed to meet their needs.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and in the power of education. Your kindness truly makes a difference in the lives of our second graders.","fullyFundedDate":1761844484594,"projectUrl":"project/hatch-learn-and-play-2nd-grade-every/9624707/","projectTitle":"Hatch, Learn, and Play – 2nd Grade Every Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Merz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9065710_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1686001117317","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9065710"},{"teacherId":10045363,"projectId":9806239,"letterContent":"Thank you again for supporting this project! Pictures of empty instrument cases isn't very exciting, but MY excitement is unmatched!! This year I am renting instruments to over 30 students, and many of our cases no longer latch or zip, which means the instrument really can't be used outside the classroom. These damaged cases have been retired and students now have the ability to take their instrument home safely to practice. The students were so excited to learn that they could securely pack up their instrument and take it home, and past experience tells me that they will be more motivated to take good care of a new instrument case (compared to one that is covered in duct tape and falling apart).\r\n\r\nOur cases are decades old, so I know that these new cases will last for years and have an impact in my classroom for years to come. We simply don't have the budget to replace the cases, so these 10 cases have been a godsend!\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us make a \"case for music.\" Your partnership and generosity is truly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1762803299933,"projectUrl":"project/a-case-for-music/9806239/","projectTitle":"A Case for Music!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Michaelis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10045363"},{"teacherId":2400313,"projectId":9138707,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of my classroom. Your gift helped me purchase several new book bins and organization solutions for my classroom library! These new bins allowed me to create a safer environment for my students because I was able to replace broken and cracked bins that I already had, and also allowed me to create a more organied classroom space. Students can find the books they want to read, and can also return books when they are finished reading. An organized classroom library helps us keep our classroom tidy, efficient, and also helps me demonstrate positive organization skills for my students. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1752850947813,"projectUrl":"project/library-love/9138707/","projectTitle":"Library Love","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2400313_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y94&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692746060938","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bethrussell"},{"teacherId":2400313,"projectId":9488978,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity and willingness to support my classroom and my students! I have been so pleased to be able to provide my students a reading resource that is relevant, at an appropriate reading level, and is something that they can take home to share with their families. Many of my students do not have access to lots of appropriate texts to practice reading at home, so this recourse has been an invaluable gift. This week they were so excited to get a Scholastic magazine issue that has information about the upcoming Olympics! Also, last week they got an issue that had an article about Dr. King, whom they have been learning about during our reading and social studies time. So this resource is also very helpful because of the cross curricular connections that are made. Thank you for your support and love.","fullyFundedDate":1755569386823,"projectUrl":"project/help-second-graders-muse-with-scholastic/9488978/","projectTitle":"Help second graders muse with Scholastic News!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2400313_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y94&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692746060938","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bethrussell"},{"teacherId":2400313,"projectId":8087618,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity! I am so thrilled to have been able to purchase texts that align with our school-wide 8 Keys character building program. These texts will help my students build understanding and confidence as they work to show these 8 keys in their lives at school, and at home. I will use these texts with my current class, and with many future classes to come. I am so thankful for donors like you who are so willing to support public education, and classrooms that serve students that are traditionally underserved. We all are so grateful to have new, engaging books that are relevant, bright, and fun to read. Thank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1704079996169,"projectUrl":"project/8-keys-of-excellence-through-literacy/8087618/","projectTitle":"8 Keys of Excellence- Through Literacy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2400313_orig.jpg?crop=480,480,x0,y94&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692746060938","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/bethrussell"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_54093","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":344,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":57,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":15,"percentWhite":43,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":27,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.0,"schoolId":54093,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Countryside Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Countryside Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/kansas/olathe-public-schools-usd-233/countryside-elementary-school/54093"}