{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Grant Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":28.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4674426,"projectId":9659077,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued support. I appreciate you donating to my \"Snack Attack\" project so that my students could have snacks in the classroom when a school-wide snack was not being passed out on a specific day. My kids love the snacks, most days they can't get enough. \r\nI have a lot of variety for them to choose and with a smaller class size this year, our snacks will last until Christmas break. Without your donation we would not be in this position, so thank you once again. I appreciate you and so do my students!","fullyFundedDate":1758821759507,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack/9659077/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ranard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4674426_orig.jpg?crop=326,326,x686,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628535677960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4674426"},{"teacherId":10171822,"projectId":9580968,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our support spaces have become even more welcoming and effective for our students! When our students first saw the new rug, bean bag, fidgets, and chewies, their excitement was contagious. They couldn't wait to explore the new tools and quickly started finding the ones that helped them feel calm and focused.\r\n\r\nThese resources are making a real difference in helping our students regulate their emotions and behaviors throughout the day. The rug and bean bag create a cozy, safe spot for students to take a break, reset, or engage in calming activities. The fidgets and chewies have been especially helpful for students who need sensory input to stay grounded and manage big feelings.\r\n\r\nAnd the snacks, what a blessing! Many of our students need that extra boost to stay regulated and ready to learn, and having healthy snacks available means no one has to struggle through the day hungry.\r\n\r\nOur team is now using these tools during behavior support sessions, check-ins, and small group interventions. We've already noticed students choosing positive coping strategies more independently and returning to class more quickly after breaks.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped us create a more supportive, sensory-friendly environment where every student can feel seen, safe, and successful. We're so grateful for your support, it truly impacts our students every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1755560027773,"projectUrl":"project/thrive-room-supporting-emotional-growth/9580968/","projectTitle":"Thrive Room: Supporting Emotional Growth","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Patterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171822"},{"teacherId":4674426,"projectId":9435103,"letterContent":"First of all, thank you so much for all of your donations towards the flexible seating that I have received for my classroom. My students love the grey rocker seats. They are able to sit in them daily. It was love at first sight for them.\r\nHaving the opportunity to sit in different seats instead of always in their desk chair or even just standing at their desk doesn't always cut it for kids who need a little something different throughout the day.They especially like to sit in the rockers when they are reading their books.","fullyFundedDate":1754332817088,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-spaces/9435103/","projectTitle":"Flexible Spaces","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ranard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4674426_orig.jpg?crop=326,326,x686,y168&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628535677960","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4674426"},{"teacherId":1999030,"projectId":9433416,"letterContent":"You are so very generous. Thank you for expanding my classroom library. It means a lot to be supported by the Cedar Rapids community. \r\n\r\nThe books are helping to promote a growth mindset and emphasize effort, persistence, and goal-setting in my classroom. \r\n\r\nThe books have been very well received. Students are highly interested in them. \r\n\r\nThey are engaged and want to read more. They are learning about immigration, science, poetry, and art.\r\n\r\n I love that my students can read books that feature minority groups succeeding. Sending this message is so important.","fullyFundedDate":1754061889236,"projectUrl":"project/normalize-high-expectations-for-all/9433416/","projectTitle":"Normalize High Expectations for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jameson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1999030_orig.jpg?crop=1869,1870,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755541573308","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1999030"},{"teacherId":3765837,"projectId":9412747,"letterContent":"I can't even begin to thank you enough for supporting our kids. The snacks have helped so many kids when they're feeling upset just because they are hungry. The afternoon groups love having a snack and it has helped them tremendously with their focus. They also have really enjoyed the visual timer. It's great for them to be able to see how long they are working for and when their time is up so they are well aware of transitions. I hope you know the impact you have on our students. I always tell them that the snacks came from generous donors like you.","fullyFundedDate":1750133326948,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-matters/9412747/","projectTitle":"Mental Health Matters","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3765837_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1548378274683","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3765837"},{"teacherId":10063049,"projectId":9431026,"letterContent":"On behalf of our third-grade students and staff, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous donation of dictionaries. Your gift is more than just a book—it is a powerful tool that will help our students build vocabulary, strengthen their reading and writing skills, and develop a deeper love of learning. For many of our children, this is their very first dictionary experience, and they are excited to turn the pages as they learn.\r\n\r\nYour support sends a strong message to our students—that their education matters and that there are people in the community who believe in their potential. We are truly grateful for your kindness and commitment to literacy. Thank you for making a lasting impact in the lives of our young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1754061887387,"projectUrl":"project/dictionaries-for-all/9431026/","projectTitle":"Dictionaries for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Van Hemert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10063049"},{"teacherId":9935733,"projectId":9501982,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your contribution to our classroom. As we have started off the school year all of the different fidgets have not only been intriguing to students but have definitely helped with the transition back into the classroom! Many of my students are able to use the fidgets to calm themselves down in a discrete way that allows the class to keep going! \r\n\r\nWe have also been utilizing the books you provided during our daily read aloud. These books in particular have helped students not only learn how to appropriately calm their body down, but have also helped them navigate other tricky social situations. Students have thoroughly enjoyed these books during our read aloud and we have connected the lessons to real life experiences. \r\n\r\nWhile there were a few fidgets that were out of stock this allowed me to purchase a microphone which has made a world of a difference in our classroom. The microphone not only saves my voice but allows all students to hear without me raising my voice. Students have responded very positively and it is one of my favorite things in our classroom. Thank you again for your support and contribution to our classroom, it is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1754061885762,"projectUrl":"project/fundamentals-in-making-first-grade-succe/9501982/","projectTitle":"Fundamentals in Making First Grade Successful: Fidgets and Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dunkel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9935733_orig.png?crop=980,980,x206,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742836284493","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emma-dunkel"},{"teacherId":9935733,"projectId":9371113,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your contribution to our classroom. Unfortunately ⅔ of the materials originally listed were out of stock. However, this extra money allowed for some really great random purchases for our classroom. One of these items was a pack of sand timers. These timers have allowed for students to take a very quiet break when needed without the excessive noise of a beeping timer when they are done. This simple addition to our classroom has streamlined the process for students who need short breaks without interrupting the class. \r\n\r\nAnother great purchase was magnetic tape. This tape has been used on everything from our schedule to their name tags and has come in very handy! The students especially enjoy our visual schedule and the magnetic tape makes changes to the schedule super easy to do! \r\n\r\nOne last purchase was a few boxes of teddy grams. These are being used as a birthday snack for students who are unable to bring their own in. While that is not a necessity, it does allow each student to feel special on their birthday. It also helps students and families to not worry if they are unable to afford such a luxury. Thank you again for your support and contribution to our classroom, it is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1753897572903,"projectUrl":"project/ufli-materials-to-make-first-grade-more/9371113/","projectTitle":"UFLI Materials to Make First Grade More Feasible","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dunkel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9935733_orig.png?crop=980,980,x206,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742836284493","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emma-dunkel"},{"teacherId":9935733,"projectId":9370014,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your contribution to our classroom. As we have started off the school year it has been amazing to have cleaning supplies readily available for students to use. The students especially love using the mini brooms around the classroom! Not only are they keeping our classroom clean but they are also learning life skills at the same time. \r\n\r\nStudents have also really enjoyed the step stool. While only a few need it, it has been a favorite item for all when washing their hands. I also find the stool very handy when putting up classroom decor or getting supplies from higher up! A simple but mighty purchase that has made our classroom better. Thank you again for your support and contribution to our classroom, it is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1750871732626,"projectUrl":"project/fundamentals-for-first-grade/9370014/","projectTitle":"Fundamentals for First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dunkel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9935733_orig.png?crop=980,980,x206,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742836284493","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emma-dunkel"},{"teacherId":9935733,"projectId":9346646,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your contribution to our classroom. As we have started off the school year it has been great to give my students many different options when utilizing soft starts. The students are able to independently go through the morning routine and regulate themselves before starting into academics. \r\n\r\nThe storage tubs are perfect to hold all the different toys and are easy for students to open and close! The students have been thoroughly enjoying the few toys currently out, including the magnetic blocks and flower building toy. I am very excited to be able to have enough resources that I will be able to switch out the soft start bins each month! I just know they will be excited to play with all the other resources you provided us! Thank you again for your support and contribution to our classroom, it is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1750871732886,"projectUrl":"project/making-first-grade-fun/9346646/","projectTitle":"Making First Grade Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dunkel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9935733_orig.png?crop=980,980,x206,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742836284493","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emma-dunkel"},{"teacherId":9935733,"projectId":9279437,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your contribution to our classroom. As we have started off the school year it has been great to have so many amazing books to choose from for our daily read aloud. Students have been especially enjoying the Piggie and Elephant books! Even during free time I find students choosing to read the books that you provided us! \r\n\r\nAnother great resource for our classroom has been the abundance of snacks you provided us with. These snacks are being used as a birthday snack for students who are unable to bring their own in. While that is not a necessity, it does allow each student to feel special on their birthday. It also helps students and families to not worry if they are unable to afford such a luxury. Thank you again for your support and contribution to our classroom, it is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1746786306761,"projectUrl":"project/books-and-snacks-go-hand-in-hand/9279437/","projectTitle":"Books and Snacks go Hand in Hand","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dunkel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9935733_orig.png?crop=980,980,x206,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742836284493","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emma-dunkel"},{"teacherId":9935733,"projectId":9167674,"letterContent":"Thank you so very much for your contribution to our classroom. As we have started off the school year it has been great to give my students many different options when utilizing soft starts. The students are able to independently go through the morning routine and regulate themselves before starting into academics. \r\n\r\nThe storage tubs are perfect to hold all the different toys and are easy for students to open and close! The students have been thoroughly enjoying the few toys currently out, including the farm set, fake food, wooden blocks, and tweezer toys. I am very excited to be able to have enough resources that I will be able to switch out the soft start bins each month! I just know they will be excited to play with all the other resources you provided us! Thank you again for your support and contribution to our classroom, it is greatly appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1746786448155,"projectUrl":"project/every-day-is-best-with-soft-starts/9167674/","projectTitle":"Every Day is Best with Soft Starts","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dunkel","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9935733_orig.png?crop=980,980,x206,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1742836284493","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/emma-dunkel"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_55178","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":312,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":22,"percentWhite":48,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":11,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"12.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":71.6,"schoolId":55178,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Grant Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Grant Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/iowa/cedar-rapids-community-school-district/grant-early-childhood-center/55178"}