{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Edgewood Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":44.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10425240,"projectId":10074845,"letterContent":"The materials from my funded project have become a regular part of my small group and one-on-one speech sessions. Students are using the sentence-building cards to practice creating complete thoughts using subject-verb-object structures in both Spanish and English, which has really helped boost their confidence in their expressive language goals. One moment that stood out was when a student used the visuals to build a sentence in English and then proudly repeated it in Spanish. It was such a great example of how these supports are helping them connect both languages. When I first introduced the materials, students were immediately excited, especially about the WH-questions game. They saw it as something fun rather than \"work,\" which led to more participation and engagement. Moving forward, we'll keep building on these skills by working on more complex sentences and helping students ask and answer WH-questions in more natural conversations. I'm also starting to incorporate these materials into classroom activities so students can use their skills with peers and teachers throughout the day.","fullyFundedDate":1770051571145,"projectUrl":"project/speech-therapy-tools-for-bilingual-stude/10074845/","projectTitle":"Speech Therapy Tools for Bilingual Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Meza","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10425240"},{"teacherId":10425239,"projectId":10075914,"letterContent":"Thank you for contributing such a thoughtful donation and gift to my occupational therapy room and the students at our school. Your gift has really helped to support the development of fine motor skills for many of the younger students that I support through fun and engaging ways. Students have loved playing our new monster pick up game, therapy putty, and lacing beads to help develop their hand strength, bilateral coordination, and visual motor skills necessary to engage in activities at school such as holding a pencil, writing, or using classroom materials. I have been able to use these materials in a variety of different ways to help support student learning and engagement. We have also used our new scented markers for many different craft activities and to support participation in handwriting practice. Many of my students in our school's Life Skills program and Sensory Communication Program have found a lot of enjoyment in using the scented markers to support their interest and attention in participating in fine motor and learning activities. They absolutely love the markers!\r\n\r\nAdditionally, I want to thank you for your larger gift of donating to provide weighted stuffed animals, balls, and various fidgets to help support the sensory needs of students across our school community. I have now found a place for each weighted item that you provided and many students have found these items to be calming and supportive of their learning when they are dysregulated or feeling big emotions. Students especially love the weighted stuffed animals, which they can put in their lap while learning or use in their calm down corner of the classroom when needed. Some of these supplies were also used in our school sensory room that we have been building this school year to support student regulation needs, which is a great benefit to our specialized programs that we have at this school.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for all that you have contributed for our students! It is greatly appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1770003081835,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-sensory-and-fine-motor/10075914/","projectTitle":"Supporting Sensory and Fine Motor","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Willow","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10425239"},{"teacherId":9914773,"projectId":10063395,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to give our students opportunity to engage in hands on science learning. For many of my students this was the first time they did experiments and went through the scientific process. These students also got to work together and learn about a common interests. Many of these students had never met and through this experience they met new friends who also love rock and minerals. \r\nAnother amazing thing about this project is we had students from 3 different grades with diverse needs and abilities. For some of these students they often don't get to do these types of after school activities. I received so many thank yours from families who were so greatful that their child finally had an opportunity to participate in an after school program that was bases on their jnteresr. My hope is through this opportunity our students learn appreciation for our natural world and maybe will one day become a future scientist.","fullyFundedDate":1769712273719,"projectUrl":"project/blast-from-the-past-the-natural-world-w/10063395/","projectTitle":"Blast from the Past: The Natural World with Young Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Budnick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9914773_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773590129452","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9914773"},{"teacherId":2117056,"projectId":9940439,"letterContent":"How are you and your students using the new resources? Share a specific classroom project or moment. The students were so excited to see the materials that were donated. The wobbly feet made a huge difference. Most of my students have the wiggles and this chair allows them to do it without interfering with anyone else. It has helped them keep focus on the lesson instead which has made a huge impact on their learning.\r\n\r\nThe hug balls and playdough have helped with their emotional regulation. They are weighted and it seems to give them a little hug that they may need when they are upset. The enjoy playing with the playdough during our sensory time. It helps them keep calm and encourages creativity.\r\n\r\nThe snacks were a big hit and didn't last long. They seem to be always hungry and knowing that they satisfy this need so they can focus on learning has made everything so much better in my classroom. The sanitizing wipes have helped with cleaning up our mess. \r\nOur next steps will included continued work on keeping our bodies calm and using the tools that we were given.","fullyFundedDate":1768486438423,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-sensory-and-success/9940439/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Sensory and Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Packard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2117056_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1765244249684","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2117056"},{"teacherId":10423976,"projectId":10072732,"letterContent":"I'm so thankful for your support of this dance program! Thanks to you, I've been able to procure ballet shoes and materials which have impacted 40-50 children for After School Dance. We can't wait for our performance in April!\r\n\r\nAs someone who worked for a ballet company for 13 years in Education and Community Engagement, I'm very used to having to \"prove my worth\" to donors to fund what I believe is essential for young people. I was one of those kids who really needed dance as a way of dealing with life. It has always centered me and has made me tune out life's problems and focus on something positive, powerful, and meaningful. I've always focused my career in serving students who need access to dance This time, it didn't feel hard to prove anything! You just understood the importance of this arts experience and made it happen immediately! The good news is I can re-use most of these materials to impact future students. Your gift keeps on giving. \r\n\r\nI'm so grateful and can't stop taking about how excited I am about this class.","fullyFundedDate":1769981858129,"projectUrl":"project/after-school-dance-for-diverse-students/10072732/","projectTitle":"After School Dance for Diverse Students!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Robyn Ulibarri","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10423976"},{"teacherId":9914773,"projectId":9917804,"letterContent":"Due to your generosity, our students now have some amazing resources to help them with transitions. On the first day we made backpacks, we actually had a fire drill. The backpacks filled with goodies and tools to assist them during the transitions. Students were so excited to see what was in the backpacks and it helped staff keep students focused and calm.\r\n\r\nThe wagon has been extremely helpful in transitioning students safely during drills and other times when students are needed to be moved quickly. Students love the easy access and comfort of the wagon. The staff love to have sturdy and easy to move around. They have mentioned it makes stressful times so much easier.\r\n\r\nThank you so much for giving these resources to our school. Our current budget has been cut and so being able to get the donations to support our students and staff have been invaluable","fullyFundedDate":1768486437235,"projectUrl":"project/moving-and-grooving-supporting-safe-tra/9917804/","projectTitle":"Moving and Grooving: Supporting Safe Transitions","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Budnick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9914773_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773590129452","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9914773"},{"teacherId":10426617,"projectId":10077833,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. Because of your support, my students now have access to high-quality school supplies that we are using every day to support our learning.\r\n\r\nWe recently used the new materials during our plant unit, where students explored what plants need to grow. With their new supplies, students were able to draw, label, and write about their observations as we investigated how sunlight and water affect plant growth. It was such a meaningful moment to see them using their own materials to record their thinking like real scientists.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the supplies, they were so excited and immediately eager to use them. There were big smiles, lots of \"thank yous,\" and a sense of pride in having the tools they needed to do their best work. It truly made them feel special and supported.\r\n\r\nAs we move forward, we will continue using these materials as we transition into our community unit, where students will explore different types of communities and create their own projects to represent what they learn. Having these supplies allows them to fully participate, be creative, and build confidence in their learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and generosity. Your support is making a lasting impact on my students every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1770088986189,"projectUrl":"project/building-bilingual-futures-construyend/10077833/","projectTitle":"Building Bilingual Futures / Construyendo Futuros Bilingües","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vasquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10426617_orig.jpg?crop=1816,1816,x0,y387&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1770067515977","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10426617"},{"teacherId":9280223,"projectId":9871923,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support — your gifts make a real difference. Your contributions have helped ensure every student has access to essential health room supplies. Clear organization and easy-to-find items reduce confusion and anxiety for students, especially younger children and those who benefit from routine. Because supplies are readily available, nurses and staff can provide timely care and students can return to class or wait for pickup comfortably while being attended to.\r\n\r\nStudents and families also appreciate the increased sense of safety and independence this creates. Parents and staff report quicker care, fewer delays, and greater peace of mind — and students feel more secure knowing their needs will be met promptly. That combination of confidence, comfort, and reassurance is what matters most. Thank you for giving our school this gift; it truly improves every student's school day.","fullyFundedDate":1768486436880,"projectUrl":"project/essential-health-room-supplies/9871923/","projectTitle":"Essential Health Room Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Christy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9280223_orig.jpg?crop=530,530,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769546369088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9280223"},{"teacherId":9280223,"projectId":9800371,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support, your gifts make a real difference. Your contributions have helped support all of the students in the school to be safe during dismissal. Clear visual cues and easy-to-follow steps reduce confusion and anxiety, especially for younger students and those who benefit from routine. Kids are able to engage with teachers as they wait for pickup because of the routines that have been put in place because of your donation.\r\nStudents also appreciate the sense of safety and independence it fosters. Parents and staff report fewer lost items, quicker pickups, and happier reunions — and students feel more responsible because they can follow the process themselves. That combination of confidence, order, and reassurance is what matters most to them. Thank you for giving our school this gift; it truly improves every student's end-of-day experience.","fullyFundedDate":1768486441475,"projectUrl":"project/school-safety-at-dismissal/9800371/","projectTitle":"School Safety at Dismissal","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Christy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9280223_orig.jpg?crop=530,530,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769546369088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9280223"},{"teacherId":9280223,"projectId":9800059,"letterContent":"Thank you for your support, your gifts make a real difference. Your contributions have helped support all of the students in the school to be safe during dismissal. Clear visual cues and easy-to-follow steps reduce confusion and anxiety, especially for younger students and those who benefit from routine. Kids are able to engage with teachers as they wait for pickup because of the routines that have been put in place because of your donation.\r\nStudents also appreciate the sense of safety and independence it fosters. Parents and staff report fewer lost items, quicker pickups, and happier reunions — and students feel more responsible because they can follow the process themselves. That combination of confidence, order, and reassurance is what matters most to them. Thank you for giving our school this gift; it truly improves every student's end-of-day experience.","fullyFundedDate":1768486440406,"projectUrl":"project/dismissal-safety/9800059/","projectTitle":"Dismissal Safety","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Christy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9280223_orig.jpg?crop=530,530,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769546369088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9280223"},{"teacherId":9280223,"projectId":9189900,"letterContent":"I want to sincerely thank you for your generous support in providing our school counseling program with the new social emotional learning resources. I know my students have appreciated the additional materials which have allowed for more focused instruction for their age group. My students and I have been actively using these materials to explore emotional awareness and empathy through engaging activities. The materials provided helped my students spark meaningful conversations and helped many students express themselves more confidently and thoughtfully.\r\n\r\nAs my students see the various books that were sent, they get very excited. Yesterday I had a child pick up one of the resources and started asking questions about the book. She was curious and eager to access this new resource and participate in small group lessons on social skills. \r\n\r\nThe resources provided have enabled me to create lessons tailored to student interest and to help develop their ability to express their emotions. The students that have accessed the resources currently have learned how to identify behaviors in scenarios, encourage kindness, self-regulation, and work in teams. The resources truly brought social emotional learning to life in a way that felt both accessible and fun for every child. In addition, will continue to reach other students throughout the school years.\r\n\r\nThanks for your support. I see my students applying these skills in peer interactions on the playground and in class. Your contribution has not only enriched their learning experience but has also set the stage for continued personal and social development throughout the school year. We are incredibly grateful for your partnership in this journey.","fullyFundedDate":1748541105158,"projectUrl":"project/social-and-emotional-instruction-for-gra/9189900/","projectTitle":"Social and Emotional Instruction for Grades 3-5","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Christy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9280223_orig.jpg?crop=530,530,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1769546369088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9280223"},{"teacherId":9914773,"projectId":9228099,"letterContent":"Thanks to your donation we have a fully inclusive SEL library for all staff and students to use and enjoy. Prior to this donation the majority of our SEL materials were in English only with some in Spanish. Now webhave materials in Russian, Chukese, Japenese, ASL and more in Spanish and all grade levels. One of my favorite moments so far using this library was showing on of my students and story written in her home langauge in Chukese. She was so excited. I also love seeing teachers browse our library and find a book that matches their need. Thank you so much for your support so that all students feel seen and valued through our social emotional learning at Edgewood!","fullyFundedDate":1746787332277,"projectUrl":"project/a-social-emotional-library-for-all/9228099/","projectTitle":"A Social Emotional Library for All","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Budnick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9914773_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1773590129452","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9914773"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_35542","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":539,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":76,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":2,"percentWhite":36,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":50,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"1 - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"13.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":55.3,"schoolId":35542,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Edgewood Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Edgewood Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/washington/vancouver-school-district-37/harney-elementary-school/35542"}