{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Guy E Rowe Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":38.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2951903,"projectId":9185251,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding this project. The students are so excited to read these books. These books range in reading level and will be well read each year. The books also go with our character unit at the end of the year. They will get to read books from series and get to know the different characters and the adventures they go on. Thank you for helping get more books into our classrooms and essentially into our students hands. The students get to shop for their books and these books were high on their list last year!","fullyFundedDate":1753920775405,"projectUrl":"project/character-books-for-first-grade/9185251/","projectTitle":"Character Books for First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Penfold","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2951903_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469218734679","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2951903"},{"teacherId":3406707,"projectId":9611018,"letterContent":"Thank you for all of the fidgets and calming supplies you have given to my classroom. My students have fallen in love with the dog. They were so excited we had to vote on his name. The students chose the name Snowball. He sits and welcomes students into our calming corner. \r\n\r\nStudents use the fidgets to calm themselves when they are feeling anxious or upset. They have also asked to use them when they've earned in class rewards. The snakes are their absolute favorites. \r\n\r\nWhen I put the Spot books on the shelf for the first time. So many students were excited and making connections with the books. My teacher in K read that or my parents bought me that one. One student was disappointed when I had to take them down to put out books for an upcoming social studies unit. Thank you again for donating to my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1757602416307,"projectUrl":"project/wiggles-and-giggles/9611018/","projectTitle":"Wiggles and Giggles","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Goss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3406707"},{"teacherId":9022859,"projectId":9257700,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for supporting this project! Students are really enjoying these level D books. The Pioneer Valley Books brand is very high quality. The text is very engaging for students and this is the point in reading where they have to start decoding words and the writers of these books have designed these books to lend a hand in that. The illustrations are very enjoyable and students have made comments that they look like 'real' books. This is very important to them because they are working so hard and this helps them see that they are growing in their reading journey.","fullyFundedDate":1754488546576,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-reading-group-books/9257700/","projectTitle":"Engaging Reading Group Books","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9022859"},{"teacherId":10041136,"projectId":9371744,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredibly thoughtful gift of the Bluetooth speaker. As a Physical Education teacher, I'm always seeking ways to improve the learning environment for my students and bring more energy and engagement to our activities. This speaker will not only enhance my ability to teach but will also greatly benefit the overall experience for every student who walks into the gym.\r\nMusic plays a powerful role in motivating students during physical activity. It sets the tone for movement, helps with rhythm, and creates a fun, upbeat atmosphere that makes fitness more enjoyable and approachable. Whether we're warming up, doing team activities, or cooling down with stretching and mindfulness, having quality sound makes a noticeable difference. This Bluetooth speaker will allow me to easily bring music into any space—inside or outside—which adds so much flexibility to how I can run my classes.\r\nBeyond its practicality, the gift itself is meaningful. It's not just about the speaker; it's about the thought and care that went into choosing something that aligns so well with what I do every day. Knowing that you considered what would make a difference in my classroom—and chose something so relevant and useful—means more than I can fully express. It's a reminder that the work we do in PE is seen, valued, and supported.\r\nI also appreciate how much this gift will benefit the students directly. Having music available consistently helps create a more inclusive and welcoming environment. Some students who may be shy or hesitant about physical activity often feel more comfortable and willing to participate when there's music playing—it lifts the mood and helps them relax. It's a tool that goes beyond instruction; it supports connection, confidence, and community.\r\nPlease know how truly grateful I am for your generosity and thoughtfulness. It's moments like these that remind me how fortunate I am to be part of a school community that recognizes the importance of all aspects of education—including physical and emotional wellness. Your support inspires me to keep finding new ways to reach my students and create an environment where everyone can succeed.\r\nOnce again, thank you for the Bluetooth speaker and for your continued support of the work we do in PE. I'm excited to use it in class, and I'm certain the students will love the added energy and fun it brings to our sessions.","fullyFundedDate":1749144675540,"projectUrl":"project/speaker-for-gym-class/9371744/","projectTitle":"Speaker for Gym Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Seder","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10041136"},{"teacherId":2951903,"projectId":9064345,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. We were so happy and excited to receive our new decodables and add the books to our classroom library. Now we get to read them daily and love reading about the adventures the characters go on. They love reading these books, as they feel more successful reading them. They are sounding out and decoding words. \r\n\r\nWhen I am teaching about a new vowel, I will pull out these books and let the kids shop for what they want to read. These books are a great addition to our library and the kids look forward to our reading workshop every day.","fullyFundedDate":1741117430310,"projectUrl":"project/decodables-for-firsties/9064345/","projectTitle":"Decodables for Firsties","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Penfold","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2951903_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469218734679","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2951903"},{"teacherId":3406707,"projectId":9161887,"letterContent":"My students have loved all the new toys. When I introduced them the room lit up with excitement. They loved opening the brand new boxes and knowing they were the first ones to touch them. When I was taking pictures of the project, they took their time to display each set perfectly. One student had a gorilla perched perfectly in a tree, unfortunately it fell when the student stood up. \r\n\r\nThey were using their imaginations. They enjoyed playing in the jungle, flying with the fairies, and keeping the castle safe from the dragon. When they realized we got to keep all the toys and use them throughout the year the students were incredibly thrilled.\r\n\r\nUnfortunately, we are in the middle of a draught, so we haven't had any inside recesses yet. I have been using them as rewards when students collect enough stars. They get so excited to take out the castle, play with the fairy house, or take out the dinosaur mat.","fullyFundedDate":1746825006142,"projectUrl":"project/indoor-recess-can-be-fun/9161887/","projectTitle":"Indoor Recess Can Be Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Goss","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3406707"},{"teacherId":3601613,"projectId":8128859,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of sensory room items. The swing, the crash pad and all the other items have already made such a positive impact on our school community.\r\nThese tools provide our students with a safe and supportive space to regulate their emotions, build focus, and engage more fully in learning. We've seen children who once struggled to calm themselves now able to use the swing to find comfort, and others who enjoy the crash pad as a safe outlet for movement and sensory input. For many, these resources have become an essential part of the daily routine, helping them return to our class routine more relaxed and ready to learn.\r\nYour kindness is not only supporting the sensory needs of our students but also fostering an environment where every child can thrive. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and the difference you've made in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1715702199739,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-sensory-room/8128859/","projectTitle":"Creating a Sensory Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maxim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3601613_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1508444792606","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3601613"},{"teacherId":2951903,"projectId":9306511,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation. The students were so excited when I unboxed our new wiggle stools. It has been a great attention to my small group table. The previous metal stools would make a lot of noise if they fell because the students were wanting to tip them. Now they can safely move these stools and not disrupt our learning. These stools help my students get some movement while staying focused and learning. We truly appreciate your support for helping our first grade classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1746527686110,"projectUrl":"project/wiggle-bodies/9306511/","projectTitle":"Wiggle Bodies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Penfold","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2951903_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469218734679","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2951903"},{"teacherId":9022859,"projectId":9218547,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my project! These titles are engaging to students who have worked all year to get to these reading levels. Many of them are 'chapter' books that the students find very exciting and love to 'show off' that they get to read a book with chapters! \r\nMost of these books will go into their book bins that they read during independent and partner time while I'm doing reading groups. Then they are able to pick books out of their bins to bring home and back. Families always get excited to see these titles because their children are reading 'real' books.","fullyFundedDate":1744217383391,"projectUrl":"project/for-the-love-of-reading/9218547/","projectTitle":"For the Love of Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9022859"},{"teacherId":4657173,"projectId":9135217,"letterContent":"My students love the new phonics materials. They were very excited to see and use the Lakeshore Touch & Read Phonics Word Match sets. Being able to have the textured dots to touch under each letter/sound helped to connect the visual, auditory and tactile aspects of the words. They also loved being able to build their names using the appropriate upper/lowercase letters. \r\nI truly appreciate your generous donations and I know how much my students have enjoyed using the new and exciting materials in our lessons.","fullyFundedDate":1741117345597,"projectUrl":"project/working-with-words/9135217/","projectTitle":"Working with Words","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Thompson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4657173_orig.png?crop=1372,1372,x14,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1717761318814","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4657173"},{"teacherId":9022859,"projectId":9203821,"letterContent":"Through this project I was able to get new copies of the Henry and Mudge series books that we use for guided reading groups to help student learn new spelling patterns and strategies. Henry and Mudge books are loved by many students and are seen as the first chapter books they will ever read. The level of Henry and Mudge books are the same level students are typically reading towards the end of first grade so it is great motivation to be able to read them in reading group. \r\nThe other books in this project are more leveled books that students are very engaged with. This project helped me get more books in certain series that students have a high interest in. Thank you so much for making it possible to get more books into my classroom and into deserving student's hands.","fullyFundedDate":1742945738079,"projectUrl":"project/engaging-series-titles/9203821/","projectTitle":"Engaging Series Titles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9022859"},{"teacherId":2951903,"projectId":8840770,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations to our classroom project. The students love any and all books from Pioneer Valley. When we saw that they are now selling decodable books, we knew they would be a great addition to our classroom library. The students get to book shop every two weeks and get a chance to shop for some decodable books. The books are great because they are filled with words that have short vowels. We use these books for students that are working on sounding out words with initial, final and short vowel sounds, (cvc words). Can't wait to use these books for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1734540284913,"projectUrl":"project/decodable-books/8840770/","projectTitle":"Decodable Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Penfold","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2951903_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1469218734679","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2951903"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_49150","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":414,"numTeachers":35,"percentFrplEligible":64,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":87,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":2,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"11.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"TOWN","ncesMetroType":"TOWN_DISTANT"},"inStateSupporters":61.7,"schoolId":49150,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Guy E Rowe Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Guy E Rowe Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maine/rsu-17-msad-17/guy-e-rowe-elementary-school/49150"}