{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"McMullen - Booth Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":27.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10442116,"projectId":10120121,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students! My project has supported a core word of the week for 3 ASD classrooms. It has helped me make and provided visuals for the teachers to use in their classroom and across campus to help their students communicate. I have been able to quickly create and print individual communication boards for my students. Before I was limited to 10 color pages a month and had to wait till the day of the week laminating was done by the secretary. Thank you so much for making communication accessible for so many students! This project has helped create color visuals for over 100 students on my campus who have speech and language needs.","fullyFundedDate":1781711620415,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-communication/10120121/","projectTitle":"Colorful Communication","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Truluck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10442116"},{"teacherId":369655,"projectId":10102903,"letterContent":"The installation of rot-resistant metal garden beds has significantly enhanced both the capacity and educational impact of our elementary school's Botany Club. These new structures have provided a durable, organized, and accessible growing environment that has transformed our garden into a dynamic, hands-on learning space.\r\nSince assembling the beds, students have taken an active role in designing and implementing planting plans for seasonal vegetables and companion plants. This ownership has deepened their understanding of plant life cycles, soil health, and sustainable gardening practices. The structured beds have made it easier for students to practice crop rotation, monitor plant growth, and collect meaningful data, strengthening both their scientific inquiry skills and sense of responsibility.\r\nThe addition of designated planting areas has also allowed us to intentionally incorporate native pollinator habitats. As a result, students are observing increased activity from beneficial insects, creating authentic opportunities to study ecosystems and biodiversity in real time. Community involvement has also grown. We have been able to establish a partnership with our local VFW American Legion. This partnership has been able us with our Farm-to-Table Pinellas County School's curriculum. Overall, the metal garden beds have not only improved the functionality and sustainability of our garden but have also expanded its role as an inclusive, educational hub. The project has empowered students, enriched instruction, and cultivated a thriving space for learning, collaboration, and environmental awareness.","fullyFundedDate":1772227327124,"projectUrl":"project/garden-beds-for-growing-science-stewar/10102903/","projectTitle":"Garden Beds for Growing Science & Stewardship","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson-Drummond","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/369655"},{"teacherId":3960636,"projectId":9793279,"letterContent":"The donations you gave to our project have made a tremendous impact on my students. The flexible seating has allowed the students to move freely through critical thinking and creative challenges. This provides a safe space for them to walk into each day. I am deeply grateful for this opportunity to watch them grow through collaboration and meaningful challenges. \r\nFlexible seating is a realistic approach to the 21st century classroom. As we adapt to the needs of our scholars it's incredibly important to meet them where they are - this project allowed me to do just that! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1759858430116,"projectUrl":"project/mind-in-motion-a-flexible-thinking-spac/9793279/","projectTitle":"Mind in Motion: A Flexible Thinking Space","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Theresa Russo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3960636_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y185&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1749131328543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3960636"},{"teacherId":3737944,"projectId":9646089,"letterContent":"Thank you again for making our classroom a more joyful place to learn!\r\n\r\nThe rewards you helped fund, such as sticky hands and LEGO pieces, have become a HUGE motivator in our classroom. We're using them daily as part of our positive behavior system, and the change has been incredible.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting moments was when we used the LEGO pieces as part of a \"Build Your Own Reward\" project. Each time a student met a classroom goal—like staying on task or using kind language—they earned a LEGO piece. When the structure was complete, the class earned a special activity. Watching them cheer each other on and work together to build something meaningful was amazing. They were so proud when they finished and earned extra time with building centers that they asked if we could start building something even bigger next!\r\n\r\nThe sticky hands were an instant hit too. When I brought them out as a Friday treat for students who met their weekly behavior goals, their eyes LIT UP. Some used them during sensory breaks, others proudly earned them and traded for different colors. One of my students, who rarely participates, even came up to me and whispered, \"I worked SO hard for this!\"\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, earning rewards feels fun and motivating for my students—not just something they hear about, but something they can touch and be proud of.\r\n\r\nWhat's next?\r\nWe're combining our reward system with our upcoming writing unit. Students will earn LEGO pieces and sticky hands by completing writing tasks and sharing their work. My hope is that these rewards will make writing feel less intimidating and more exciting—especially for my learners who need that extra push to stay engaged.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom. You've made learning a bit more magical, and my students feel it every day!","fullyFundedDate":1758202996532,"projectUrl":"project/fun-rewards-to-promote-learning/9646089/","projectTitle":"Fun Rewards to Promote Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rubino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3737944_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628352150765","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3737944"},{"teacherId":3737944,"projectId":9548592,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom with these educational games! 🎉\r\n\r\nThese new games have become one of the most loved and engaging parts of our learning routine. Every week, we use them during center time and small group rotations to reinforce skills in reading, math, and problem-solving—while having a blast!\r\n\r\nOne standout moment happened during our \"Game Day Friday.\" Students rotated through different stations playing math fact games, reading comprehension puzzles, and cooperative problem-solving challenges. Not only did they stay focused the entire time (a BIG win for our group!), but they also worked together so respectfully—helping each other with rules and celebrating wins as a team. One of my students, who rarely participates in group work, said, \"Can we do this EVERY day?\"\r\n\r\nWhen they first saw the games, their excitement was off the charts! They might've cheered louder for these than for pizza day. The bright colors, real-world challenges, and real turns to take made everything feel like both play and learning all at once. One student hugged the game box and said, \"I WANT THIS AT HOME!\"\r\n\r\nWhat's next?\r\nWe're planning to connect these games to our upcoming unit on community helpers. Students will use the problem-solving and collaboration skills they've practiced during games to solve role-play challenges—like helping a community garden or running a store in math centers. The games have built their confidence so much that I can't wait to see what they'll do with more open-ended, real-world tasks.\r\n\r\nYour support brought joy, confidence, and meaningful learning into our classroom. Thank you for believing in my students and giving them the tools to grow—through play!","fullyFundedDate":1758202734221,"projectUrl":"project/fun-focused-educational-games-to-end/9548592/","projectTitle":"Fun & Focused: Educational Games to End the Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rubino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3737944_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628352150765","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3737944"},{"teacherId":3737944,"projectId":9269242,"letterContent":"Thank you again for making our classroom a more joyful place to learn!\r\n\r\nThe rewards you helped fund, such as sticky hands and LEGO pieces, have become a HUGE motivator in our classroom. We're using them daily as part of our positive behavior system, and the change has been incredible.\r\n\r\nOne of the most exciting moments was when we used the LEGO pieces as part of a \"Build Your Own Reward\" project. Each time a student met a classroom goal—like staying on task or using kind language—they earned a LEGO piece. When the structure was complete, the class earned a special activity. Watching them cheer each other on and work together to build something meaningful was amazing. They were so proud when they finished and earned extra time with building centers that they asked if we could start building something even bigger next!\r\n\r\nThe sticky hands were an instant hit too. When I brought them out as a Friday treat for students who met their weekly behavior goals, their eyes LIT UP. Some used them during sensory breaks, others proudly earned them and traded for different colors. One of my students, who rarely participates, even came up to me and whispered, \"I worked SO hard for this!\"\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, earning rewards feels fun and motivating for my students—not just something they hear about, but something they can touch and be proud of.\r\n\r\nWhat's next?\r\nWe're combining our reward system with our upcoming writing unit. Students will earn LEGO pieces and sticky hands by completing writing tasks and sharing their work. My hope is that these rewards will make writing feel less intimidating and more exciting—especially for my learners who need that extra push to stay engaged.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom. You've made learning a bit more magical, and my students feel it every day!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMs. Rubino and her amazing crew","fullyFundedDate":1746699621582,"projectUrl":"project/fun-rewards-for-awesome-effort/9269242/","projectTitle":"Fun Rewards for Awesome Effort!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rubino","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3737944_orig.jpg?crop=720,720,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628352150765","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3737944"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_66471","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":410,"numTeachers":56,"percentFrplEligible":92,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":44,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":32,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":4,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"7.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":72.3,"schoolId":66471,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about McMullen - Booth Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"McMullen - Booth Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/pinellas-county-schools/mcmullen-booth-elementary-school/66471"}