{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Meadowlark Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":29.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":418918,"projectId":9666718,"letterContent":"It is so nice to have a fluffy, clean rug for our morning meetings each day. Students love to lounge on it will doing independent tasks throughout the date. It really brightened up our classroom too. You were so generous and thoughtful to help my classroom be a more comfortable clean space. \r\n\r\nStudents love to come in and meet on our morning rug. The first day we had it student were so surprised that people are generous. They could not keep thier fingers from roaming over the carpet as we conducted our morning meeting. It is was so great to see thier gratitude.","fullyFundedDate":1757010710894,"projectUrl":"project/clean-rug-and-comfort/9666718/","projectTitle":"Clean Rug and Comfort","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. King","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp418918_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471124378504","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/418918"},{"teacherId":2917735,"projectId":9663936,"letterContent":"Wow! Thank you so much for the gift of making our classroom a little bit newer and a lot more comfortable! From the moment the kids walked in they were so excited about the new rug and chairs. I like to keep the chairs in the boxes and have teams of kids open and put together. It makes for a great team activity and it also gives them more respect and responsibility knowing that the chairs belong to them. \r\n\r\nThe upgrades you provided have made a difference in my classroom. Kids use the chairs every day, they share them with others and they take care of them. The rug is used non stop for class meetings and independent work, especially for reading a good book. We are so thankful for your generosity and talk about how we can pay it forward in each and every day.","fullyFundedDate":1757963977446,"projectUrl":"project/bring-our-classroom-back-to-life/9663936/","projectTitle":"Bring our classroom back to life!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Wild","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2917735_orig.png?crop=218,218,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757339814414","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2917735"},{"teacherId":5068072,"projectId":9315018,"letterContent":"This project will have a powerful impact on students by strengthening their social-emotional development and creating a more supportive classroom environment. Through high-quality SEL books, students will learn to identify and understand their emotions, build empathy, and practice healthy ways to navigate conflict. These stories and discussions help children become resilient, compassionate classmates who communicate more effectively and contribute to a positive, respectful community. When students feel seen, valued, and emotionally safe, they are far more ready to learn and fully participate in the classroom.\r\n\r\nIn addition to emotional growth, the STEM kits, math games, and art supplies will enrich academic engagement by giving students hands-on, creative ways to explore new concepts. STEM materials encourage curiosity, teamwork, and problem-solving, while math games make challenging ideas more accessible, concrete, and fun. Art supplies further support self-expression and innovation. Together, these resources transform the classroom into a vibrant, well-equipped learning space where students can focus, explore confidently, and develop a lifelong love of learning.\r\n\r\nOverall, this project nurtures the whole child—emotionally, socially, and academically—creating a joyful, productive environment where every student can thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1757010709405,"projectUrl":"project/bright-minds-bold-tools-fueling-learne/9315018/","projectTitle":"Bright Minds, Bold Tools: Fueling Learners With Stem and More!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5068072_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1529370922158","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5068072"},{"teacherId":2444089,"projectId":9461728,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project right at the beginning of the year. I really appreciate having the art supplies we need for a fun year in kindergarten. After several years my art cupboard was getting pretty low and there were only black, brown, and grey not fun color paints left. We now have a fully stocked cabinets for a few years in a variety of fun colors for the students to be creative and enjoy. Thank you so much for always supporting the Bozeman Schools and helping out our youngest learners!","fullyFundedDate":1757010711231,"projectUrl":"project/great-art-from-the-start/9461728/","projectTitle":"Great Art From The Start","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rasmussen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2444089_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462391736733","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsrasmussenkindergarten"},{"teacherId":2444089,"projectId":9460546,"letterContent":"What a great way to start the school year with a project being funded! I've been wanting these for a long time and I'm so excited to get the books in the mail yesterday and we already tried one out today! These books will help us to reach students who need extra practice by offering some extra review and learning at a slower pace. Also the higher level book will excel my students who are ready for a challenge in reading. Thank you so much for supporting our youngest learners as they start their school journey!","fullyFundedDate":1757010710251,"projectUrl":"project/phonemic-awareness-in-kinder/9460546/","projectTitle":"Phonemic Awareness in Kinder","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rasmussen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2444089_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462391736733","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsrasmussenkindergarten"},{"teacherId":2444089,"projectId":9262328,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to the generous donors for making this project come to life! We got the materials and the kids were so excited to open our boxes. We have really liked the stamp and screen the best so far as it is similar to a magna doodle but does proper letter formation. My favorite is going to be the leveled books we are just starting to get into with one book for each letter of the alphabet. These materials have added so much fun hands on extras to our curriculum. Thank you so much for your support for our youngest learners!","fullyFundedDate":1746462991270,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-learning-letters-and-words/9262328/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Learning Letters and Words","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rasmussen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2444089_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462391736733","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsrasmussenkindergarten"},{"teacherId":418918,"projectId":9104652,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for believing in our needs. Students love the treadmills. It allows students to get a walk in and still be learning. They don't miss anything in class. Students use the treadmill for 2 minutes at a time. Sitting all day is not good for their brain. Most students use the treadmill. Students also love the new ball seats. They allows for movement all day too. \r\n\r\nStudents were so excited that people believed in our needs. Students could not wait to get the resources set up. Students helped set too!\r\n\r\nWe have so much more movement in the classroom now. I love that students can get exercise and still be learning. Many students have found it helpful in retaining information. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1739203966968,"projectUrl":"project/flexing-in-a-flexible-classroom/9104652/","projectTitle":"Flexing in a Flexible Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. King","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp418918_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471124378504","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/418918"},{"teacherId":2444089,"projectId":9001618,"letterContent":"Wow, thank you so much to the very generous donors to help get this project funded. We have gotten so many boxes coming in the mail these last couple weeks and the kids are so excited every time we open a new one. These books are for topics all year. We're using the spring and plants ones right now as we head into our living things unit. The kids have enjoyed reviewing previous units from the fall on apples as the new books come in for them to explore. Thank you so much for giving our classroom library a much needed refresh!","fullyFundedDate":1742909612132,"projectUrl":"project/more-books-for-our-kindergarten-classroo/9001618/","projectTitle":"More Books for Our Kindergarten Classroom Library","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rasmussen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2444089_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462391736733","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsrasmussenkindergarten"},{"teacherId":5068072,"projectId":8828782,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for the addition of the wobble stools, egg chairs, and comfy floor seats to our classroom. These flexible seating options have truly transformed our learning environment, providing students with comfort, movement, and choice in how they engage with their work. The wobble stools encourage active sitting, helping students stay focused, while the egg chairs create a cozy, calming space for reading and reflection. The comfy floor seats have given students a relaxed, inviting place to collaborate and learn. Seeing my students thrive in this dynamic setting fills me with gratitude, and I appreciate the impact these seating options have had on their engagement and success.","fullyFundedDate":1733343934003,"projectUrl":"project/creating-comfort-the-power-of-flexible/8828782/","projectTitle":"\"Creating Comfort: The Power of Flexible Seating in the Classroom\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Prato","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5068072_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1529370922158","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5068072"},{"teacherId":2444089,"projectId":8999683,"letterContent":"Wow! So many new books. We opened our boxes and immediately kids were so excited to delve into several of these new books for our classroom library. I'm excited to see so many book topics that match up with our curriculum we are teaching and just interesting and fun for kindergarteners. We've been practicing how to be gentle with our new books. Thank you so much to all the generous donors for supporting our youngest learners so they can have a great start to school with our new classroom library books.","fullyFundedDate":1739416277480,"projectUrl":"project/kindergarten-classroom-library-books/8999683/","projectTitle":"Kindergarten Classroom Library Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Rasmussen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2444089_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1462391736733","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsrasmussenkindergarten"},{"teacherId":9606557,"projectId":8730931,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us acquire our beautiful new classroom rug! It has truly transformed our learning space and brought so much joy to our students.\r\n\r\nHow We're Using the New Rug:\r\nThe rug has quickly become the heart of our classroom. We gather there daily for storytime, group lessons, and engaging discussions. One of the most memorable moments so far was when we worked together on a collaborative art project, sitting in a big circle on the rug, sharing ideas, and supporting one another. It's amazing how a comfortable and welcoming space can foster creativity and connection.\r\n\r\nFirst Reactions:\r\nThe excitement when the students first saw the rug was absolutely priceless! They gasped, clapped, and immediately sat down, claiming their favorite spots. One student even said, \"This makes our classroom feel like home!\" It warmed my heart to see how much this simple addition meant to them.\r\n\r\nWhat's Next:\r\nAs we continue our lessons, the rug will be central to many more activities, including our new reading circle and morning mindfulness sessions. We're also planning a science exploration project where students will gather on the rug to discuss and share their observations.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for making this wonderful change possible. You have given us more than just a rug—you've given us a place for community, creativity, and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1733343777283,"projectUrl":"project/new-rug-needed-for-a-cozy-and-engaging-c/8730931/","projectTitle":"New Rug Needed for a Cozy and Engaging Classroom Space","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gilbert","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9606557_orig.jpg?crop=2802,2802,x1132,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721848829330","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9606557"},{"teacherId":2444089,"projectId":8951526,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the teacher books for our classroom. I am so excited to have this resource I have been eyeing for a while for my class. This resource will be used to help our struggling readers get some extra practice with letters and sounds. What I really like about it is that it includes so much multi sensory experiences I know the kids will love. I'm just starting to dive in but it looks so cool. Thank you so much for always supporting our community and Bozeman Public Schools. 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