{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Mendon Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":21.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2919096,"projectId":10042345,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, Books That Feed the Heart. These books are already being used during read-alouds, small groups, and quiet reading time to help students build both reading skills and empathy. One special moment was watching students eagerly choose the books and begin sharing personal connections to the stories.\r\n\r\nWhen the books arrived, my students were excited and curious. They immediately noticed the illustrations and themes and couldn't wait to hear the stories. The books made our classroom feel calm, welcoming, and full of care.\r\n\r\nAs we continue, students will use these books for discussion, writing, and reflection as we connect reading to kindness and emotional growth. Thank you for helping create a classroom where learning feeds both the heart and the mind.","fullyFundedDate":1768847780814,"projectUrl":"project/books-that-feed-the-heart/10042345/","projectTitle":"Books That Feed the Heart","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frankenbery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2919096_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701217800259","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2919096"},{"teacherId":2861513,"projectId":10045695,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing warm gloves, hats, socks, and blankets for my kindergarten students. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in my classroom. When children are warm and comfortable, they are better able to focus, participate, and engage in learning each day.\r\n\r\nThese items also help our students feel safe and cared for. Many young children are still learning how to express their needs, and having warm clothing and cozy blankets helps them stay calm and ready to learn. Your donation has created a more supportive and positive learning environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nI am truly grateful for your generosity and for investing in the well-being of my students. Your support helps ensure every child can come to school feeling comfortable, confident, and ready to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1769446268309,"projectUrl":"project/tiny-hands-warm-hearts/10045695/","projectTitle":"Tiny Hands, Warm Hearts","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2861513"},{"teacherId":6864100,"projectId":10022074,"letterContent":"Thank you again for helping fund this grant. You have made many students very happy by making this grant happen. \r\n\r\nHaving a surplus of snacks on hand has made my students so happy. They are able to have options and fill their bellies. They are all so happy to be able to eat and stay focused in the afternoon. \r\n\r\nWhen the snacks arrived, the students were very confused. I was so excited to explain to them they were for them and that I have plenty to last us a while. The house favorite is currently the fruit snacks and chewy bars.","fullyFundedDate":1768836830395,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack-fuel-for-learning/10022074/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack: Fuel for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Yeager","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6864100_orig.jpg?crop=271,271,x129,y129&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757528996336","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6864100"},{"teacherId":2861513,"projectId":10041931,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations in providing snacks for my kindergarten classroom. Your kindness has made a difference in the daily lives of my students, and we are truly grateful.\r\n\r\nFor many young learners, a healthy snack is more than just food—it is fuel for their growing bodies and minds. Because of your generosity, my students are able to stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the day. \r\n\r\nYour support also helps create a caring and inclusive classroom environment where every child feels supported and valued. The smiles and gratitude from my students each day are a direct result of your thoughtfulness.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my children and their future. Your generosity is helping us build a healthier and happier classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768834422195,"projectUrl":"project/nourish-to-flourish/10041931/","projectTitle":"Nourish to Flourish","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2861513"},{"teacherId":2919096,"projectId":9840624,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting my project, Graphic Novels to Accelerate Reading. These books have made a big difference for the students at my school. Graphic novels help teach important reading skills like understanding the story, following the sequence of events, and using pictures to help make meaning. The combination of images and words makes reading more accessible and engaging for all learners.\r\n\r\nThe graphic novels have increased motivation and helped the students stay focused and confident while reading. Several students who were once hesitant readers are now eager to pick up a book and read independently. They feel successful and proud of their progress. Your generosity has helped build confidence, strengthen reading skills, and spark a love of reading in our classroom. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1767213638792,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-to-accelerate-reading/9840624/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels to Accelerate Reading","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frankenbery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2919096_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701217800259","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2919096"},{"teacherId":2877467,"projectId":10042610,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of my grant. Your contribution has made a meaningful impact on our learning environment and the students we serve.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, the students love play-doh and also the snacks they earn on Fridays! The smiles on their faces mean the world to me. \r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for your commitment to education and for investing in resources that help our students thrive. Your generosity makes a lasting difference, and we sincerely appreciate your support.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Marchese","fullyFundedDate":1768852634720,"projectUrl":"project/fulfilling-care-and-hunger-during-indoor/10042610/","projectTitle":"Fulfilling Care and Hunger During Indoor Recess","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marchese","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2877467_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1541599850409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2877467"},{"teacherId":2877467,"projectId":9752641,"letterContent":"On behalf of myself and the third graders at Mendon Elementary, thank you for your generous grant funding in support of Superb Scientists. We are truly grateful for your investment in our work and your commitment to grant us a high quality microscope with slides. \r\n\r\n This funding has allowed us to explore microscopic bacteria, insects, and so much more! Because of your support, we are already seeing meaningful progress, including exploring many slides and researching more facts about each slide we view in class! The kids are so amazed every time they look into the lens.","fullyFundedDate":1763569689004,"projectUrl":"project/superb-scientists/9752641/","projectTitle":"Superb Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Marchese","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2877467_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1541599850409","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2877467"},{"teacherId":2861513,"projectId":9970289,"letterContent":"The weighted vest, blanket, and chair bands have had a positive impact in my kindergarten classroom. These tools have become an essential part of our daily routine and have significantly supported student learning, behavior, and well-being.\r\n\r\nThe weighted vest and blanket have provided students with a sense of calm and comfort, particularly for those who experience anxiety or difficulty with self-regulation. Students are able to use the vest and blanket during quiet work times. \r\n\r\nChair bands have also made a meaningful difference. Many young learners need movement in order to stay engaged, and the chair bands allow students to move their legs quietly while remaining seated and attentive. This has reduced disruptions, improved focus during instruction, and helped students sustain attention for longer periods of time. Students who previously struggled to stay in their seats are now more successful participating in lessons.\r\n\r\nTogether, these tools have created a more inclusive and supportive learning environment. Students feel empowered to manage their own needs, which has led to improved confidence, independence, and readiness to learn. \r\n\r\nThank you for supporting resources that make a lasting difference in the lives of these children.Your generosity has had a direct and positive impact on my students and our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1767049025677,"projectUrl":"project/calm-bodies-ready-minds/9970289/","projectTitle":"Calm Bodies, Ready Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mitchell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2861513"},{"teacherId":2898202,"projectId":9817575,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating toward our class project! We have enjoyed using the cd players. They have made our reading center even more exciting and enjoyable to my students! They are able to take a CD player to a special spot in the room and listen to a favorite story or stay in our Book Nook reading area during our reading centers. The rechargeable batteries and battery charger has made it possible that there is never a nonworking CD player in my room! What a lifesaver!\r\n\r\nMy struggling readers enjoy the cd players most because they can follow along and hear the words even though they aren't strong readers. They can hear the fluent reading, intonation, and learn to recognize words they don't know. Their smiles are priceless to see! My higher readers are able to follow the words and are able to read along with the CD. They also can hear modeling of proper intonation and fluency of a wide variety of genre and books.\r\n\r\nWe thank you again for your generosity and kindness. We are grateful that you have all made this year more exciting and meaningful. These products will definitely enhance our learning every day!","fullyFundedDate":1761264386202,"projectUrl":"project/an-ear-resistable-way-to-be-a-fluent-rea/9817575/","projectTitle":"An Ear-resistable Way to Be a Fluent Reader!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frescura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2898202_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761252448831","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marla-frescura"},{"teacherId":2898202,"projectId":9604369,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to help build my first graders' reading and phonics skills! My students get to utilize the phonics materials as part of our reading center time or at an independent center. The hands-on experiences have made a big impact on their interest and foundation of phonics and reading.\r\n\r\nThe students were so excited when we received the items and have had a difficult putting them away when time is up. The excitement and enjoyment I see is amazing everyday. Reading is a life long skill that needs to be learned now and using these hands-on materials has certainly began the journey of learning for my students. Learning the basic foundation of phonics skills is so important at this grade level to help them grow into competent readers for life. \r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for helping my students practice essential phonics skills. The interaction and conversation while we practice in my reading group is heartwarming. I look forward to using these materials with my future students.","fullyFundedDate":1760107044268,"projectUrl":"project/phonics-tools-are-super-cool/9604369/","projectTitle":"Phonics Tools are Super Cool","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frescura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2898202_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761252448831","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marla-frescura"},{"teacherId":2898202,"projectId":9817533,"letterContent":"Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart for your generous donations! My First Graders will love to play new games and complete new activities with your donation for new TPT resources to add to my classroom! The most exciting thing about TPT gift cards is that I can purchase a wide variety of resources to support my students' learning ... from new partner games to decodable readers to flash cards that review reading and math skills!\r\n\r\nI can't wait to search for and print new materials for my kiddos. They love to learn and play partner games with one another. I can add these new materials to my Morning Work Baskets, reading centers, and math stations. These are times that my students get to review and practice skills I am currently teaching or have taught earlier in the year. Anything that gets the kiddos out of their seats and moving around the room is a WIN-WIN for me!\r\n\r\nMy students and I are so grateful for our gift cards. Thank you again for helping my class grow into the independent and amazing learners that they have the potential to be!! :)","fullyFundedDate":1763573557682,"projectUrl":"project/tpt-is-a-treasure-for-growing-minds/9817533/","projectTitle":"TPT is a Treasure for Growing Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frescura","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2898202_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1761252448831","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/marla-frescura"},{"teacherId":2919096,"projectId":9581341,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, Chapter Books on Wheels has made a big difference in our school. Students use the new chapter books daily during independent reading and for AR testing, making the cart an essential part of our literacy routine. One special moment was seeing students eagerly flipping through the books when they first saw the cart.\r\n\r\nThe students in my school are excited to borrow the new cart. When the books arrived, students were thrilled. Several proudly shared that they were reading their very first chapter book, and excitement spread quickly as they explored the cart together.\r\n\r\nYour support has helped create excited, motivated readers—thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1760708925293,"projectUrl":"project/chapter-books-on-wheels/9581341/","projectTitle":"Chapter Books on Wheels","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Frankenbery","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2919096_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1701217800259","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2919096"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_91252","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":234,"numTeachers":17,"percentFrplEligible":85,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":96,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":1,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 4","studentTeacherRatio":"13.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":78.1,"schoolId":91252,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Mendon Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Mendon Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/pennsylvania/yough-school-district/mendon-elementary-school/91252"}