{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Lincoln Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":25.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10033271,"projectId":9401478,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support. Our students absolutely love the books, sensory table, and aqua tanks. The best part is that these resources will continue to benefit future first graders as they explore ocean topics and build their knowledge.\r\n\r\nThe photos show our 5th-grade buddies reading with us and drawing pictures based on what we've learned. We've been able to share our new books with them, and they've helped guide us through the reading.\r\n\r\nThe aqua tank has completely captivated our students—they would watch it for hours if they could! Even visiting adults have been impressed by it.\r\n\r\nThis project simply wouldn't have been possible without your support. Thank you again for making such a meaningful impact.","fullyFundedDate":1755624304810,"projectUrl":"project/diving-into-ocean-learning-hands-on-ex/9401478/","projectTitle":"\"Diving Into Ocean Learning: Hands-On Exploration for First Graders\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Powell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10033271_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x510,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749253389956","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10033271"},{"teacherId":374204,"projectId":9821998,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project! I am not sure who has had a better time with the ChompSaw (myself or the children) :-). The flexibility and the ease of the ChompSaw has stirred creativity and collaboration that I have not seen in my classroom so far this year. \r\n\r\nThey are learning the importance of some math skills that previously they may not have seen the value of. They are learning how they can combine arcs, circles and straight edges to make a project. The children's excitement is spillng into the school and we are sharing our knowledge with others.\r\n\r\nOnce again thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1762279504524,"projectUrl":"project/building-tomorrows-innovators-a-stem-m/9821998/","projectTitle":"Building Tomorrow’s Innovators: a Stem Materials Initiative","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. P.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp374204_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723071429024","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/374204"},{"teacherId":374204,"projectId":9213166,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project! Your generous support has made it possible for my students to engage in hands-on, meaningful multiplication activities. By integrating these engaging and evidence-based strategies, we are strengthening our foundational math skills and building confidence in solving more complex problems.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is helping my students see math in new and exciting ways, and I am so grateful for the opportunities you've made possible in our classroom. Thank you for investing in our learning and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1746551527477,"projectUrl":"project/multiplying-our-way-to-math-success/9213166/","projectTitle":"Multiplying our way to Math Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. P.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp374204_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723071429024","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/374204"},{"teacherId":10041521,"projectId":9430792,"letterContent":"My kids absolutely love the new seating options. First day of library and read they were carrying the seats around while they picked out books. I will need to get more of both options over the years so I have a full class set. They ask daily if they can sit in the seats while doing any work on the floor.\r\nThe new organizational items have been so helpful. Legos and Marble Runs are now all in one place. Making set up and clean up so much easier and quicker. The table bins allow me to set up class in the morning and set out materials quickly for a whole class. Clean up is a breeze since students just need to return items to the bin.","fullyFundedDate":1753297559505,"projectUrl":"project/first-year-librarian-media-specialist/9430792/","projectTitle":"First Year Librarian Media Specialist","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fairchild","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10041521_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1751588444201","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10041521"},{"teacherId":10027943,"projectId":9335145,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our ELL classroom. Your support helps provide our students with the tools and opportunities they need to grow in their English learning. Because of your kindness, our students feel encouraged and excited to learn every day.\r\nThe books and book characters add fun to our shelves and our story telling. The tall student tables give students another place to work.\r\nThe mobile teacher desk allowed me to get rid of my large teacher desk and add a teepee for a future listening center.\r\nThe playdough and sound buttons makes learning letters and sounds FUN!!\r\n\r\nIf you are interested in supporting future projects PLEASE look for us!","fullyFundedDate":1748620379473,"projectUrl":"project/building-positive-classroom-culture/9335145/","projectTitle":"Building Positive Classroom Culture","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Little","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10027943_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753115312958","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10027943"},{"teacherId":1867492,"projectId":8259417,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity in donating to this project! My students have adored having the opportunity to have comfortable and fun seating to use around our classroom. \r\nEvery day I hear the question, \"Can we work around the room?\" They are excited about doing their work just because they get to use these resources. They find comfort in our classroom and knowing it is a place that they can work and relax! \r\nWhen new students arrive they are usually excited to see the different seating options. This simple thing helps them to feel like they belong and to know they are in a safe and caring place!\r\nThank you again for your generosity and giving spirit! This seating has made a bigger impact than I can fully describe!","fullyFundedDate":1715104866705,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-and-flexible-work-seats/8259417/","projectTitle":"Comfortable and Flexible Work Seats","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. STEPHENSON","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1867492"},{"teacherId":374204,"projectId":9193127,"letterContent":"Thank you s0 much for your generous contribution to our GET IT \"WRITE\" WITH SPELLING and PHONICS project on DonorsChoose. Your support is already making a meaningful impact on my fifth-grade students as we work to strengthen their phonics and spelling skills.\r\n\r\nWith the materials and supplies you've helped provide, I've been able to introduce hands-on activities, engaging games, and focused small group instruction tailored to the diverse learning styles in our classroom. These interactive methods have not only made learning more enjoyable but have also enhanced my students' writing abilities and deepened their understanding of essential spelling patterns.\r\n\r\nYour donation is helping to create a learning environment where every child receives the personalized attention they need to succeed. I am truly grateful for your belief in our mission and your investment in the future of these young learners.","fullyFundedDate":1744244213230,"projectUrl":"project/get-it-write-with-spelling-and-phonics/9193127/","projectTitle":"Get It \"Write\" With Spelling and Phonics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. P.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp374204_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723071429024","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/374204"},{"teacherId":6777692,"projectId":8956299,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to share how incredibly grateful we are for your generous donation that made flexible seating possible in our classroom. It has truly had a remarkable impact on our learning environment, and I wanted to personally thank you for making it all happen.\r\n\r\nThe flexible seating options have allowed the students to spread out, find spaces that suit their individual learning styles, and collaborate in new ways. Some children thrive in a quiet corner with a cushion, while others prefer to sit at a low table with their classmates, and others still enjoy the movement of standing or using a wobble stool. Having these options available has made a huge difference in how they approach their work.\r\n\r\nThe benefits have been noticeable in many ways. The students are more focused and engaged, as they have the freedom to choose what environment works best for them. It's amazing to see how much more efficiently they work now that they can be comfortable and move around when they need to. I've also noticed a significant increase in collaboration; they are more willing to share ideas and work together when they can sit in spaces that feel more relaxed and less restrictive.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, our classroom has become a space where students feel empowered to take ownership of their learning. We are able to foster independence and responsibility in a way that wasn't possible before, and it's truly been a joy to watch.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your incredible generosity. Your contribution has not only improved our classroom's functionality but has also inspired a love for learning that will last a lifetime.","fullyFundedDate":1733239027852,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-room/8956299/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating Room","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. B","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6777692_orig.jpg?crop=2658,2658,x0,y88&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746232284979","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6777692"},{"teacherId":374204,"projectId":8760612,"letterContent":"On behalf of our classroom I want to express our gratitude for your donation.\r\n\r\nWe were so excited every time we received a package from Amazon! We have opened all of our boxes, had our soccer balls pumped up (that was an experience !). We have made a class plan to introduce, learn, and use our new equipment. We have also been studying the benefits of these activities and how using them will help us academically.\r\n\r\nWhile using the YO-YO's we were given the opportunity to learn how to accept failure, frustration and also sucess.\r\n\r\nYour donation means so much to my students.","fullyFundedDate":1727126948670,"projectUrl":"project/getting-focused-with-exercise/8760612/","projectTitle":"Getting Focused With Exercise!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. P.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp374204_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723071429024","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/374204"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_19968","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":350,"numTeachers":31,"percentFrplEligible":83,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":85,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":8,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":75.0,"schoolId":19968,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Lincoln Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Lincoln Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/indiana/huntington-county-community-schools/lincoln-elementary-school/19968"}