{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sandpiper Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":10.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":4272826,"projectId":9759684,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity. My students have moderate to severe disabilities, and providing them with meaningful ways to engage in physical activity and sensory regulation is essential for their daily success. With your support, we have transformed our classroom into a therapeutic environment where movement and mental health go hand in hand.\r\nWe are currently using the Macbook and the ONKRON mobile TV stand to bring guided yoga and stretching routines directly to our students, whether we are inside the classroom or enjoying the fresh air outside. A highlight was seeing our students use the UMEKEN ballet barre for stability while engaging in flat-back stretching; it provided the physical support they needed to feel confident and safe. When the materials first arrived, the excitement was palpable—the bright colors of the hula hoops and poly cones immediately sparked curiosity. The students were especially drawn to the Sofa Sack bean bag and faux fur chairs, which have become their favorite \"safe spots\" to decompress after a vigorous adaptive PE session.\r\nLooking ahead, our next steps involve integrating the Theraband mini balls and Gaiam resistance bands into a daily core-strengthening circuit. These resources allow us to tailor exercises to each student's specific mobility level. We are also using the protein-rich snacks to teach our students about refueling their bodies after exercise, helping them understand the connection between nutrition and physical energy. Your contribution has not only provided equipment but has created a pathway for my students to improve their balance, focus, and overall well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1760215624110,"projectUrl":"project/modsevere-disabilities-class-needs-equi/9759684/","projectTitle":"Mod/Severe Disabilities Class Needs Equipment for Indoor and Outdoor Exercise","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bass","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4272826_orig.jpg?crop=1028,1028,x1249,y887&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740284952316","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4272826"},{"teacherId":4272826,"projectId":9396933,"letterContent":"It is with utmost gratitude to you for supporting my special needs classroom. Let me explain how. My students need to be able to focus with out as many self-injurious behaviors that is observed often and on a daily basis. Items such as chewy bracelets, wipes and a wagon have tremendously helped prevent a child in my class from chewing on her fingers and be able to feel happy and content at the morning dropoff in seeing the wagon to get in. Another student also needs sensory items such as \r\nCrazy Aaron's Thinking Putty and weighted lap blanket and a weighted vest for calming his body while the ZOHAN 030 Kids Noise Cancelling Headphoneare used by him frequently to not take noises that often trigger frustration. Another student is now able to remain in his chair comfortably, allowing for more focus on learning with the Mind Reader Tilt Adjustable Foot Rest Black.\r\nThe Kaplan rugs in the classroom serve to create separate spaces for students to students to take quiet breaks as well while working on puzzles such as Ravensburger Sea Turtle Floor Puzzle or the Self Correcting Number Puzzles and also uses the Carson Dellosa Solve What Happens Next Picture Sequencing Three Scene Puzzle Game to aid in his ability to do story sequencing for his IEP goal work.","fullyFundedDate":1757695767077,"projectUrl":"project/urgent-extensive-support-needs-classroo/9396933/","projectTitle":"Urgent! Extensive Support Needs Classroom Needs More Support Diverse Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bass","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4272826_orig.jpg?crop=1028,1028,x1249,y887&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740284952316","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4272826"},{"teacherId":9875263,"projectId":9358187,"letterContent":"This project has had a profound impact on my students in ways that extend far beyond the classroom walls. Thanks to your generosity, we were able to introduce new resources and opportunities that enriched their learning experiences and fostered a deeper love for education.\r\n\r\nFirst and foremost, the project provided students with access to materials and activities that they otherwise would not have experienced. Whether it was new books for our reading corner, art supplies for creative expression, or technology that supported interactive learning, these resources helped meet the diverse needs of each child. Students became more engaged and curious, eager to participate and explore new subjects.\r\n\r\nOne of the most significant outcomes was the boost in confidence and communication skills among my students. Through collaborative projects and interactive lessons, students learned to express their ideas, listen to others, and work together toward common goals. Many parents shared stories of their children coming home excited to talk about what they learned and the projects they were working on.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the project allowed us to bring parents and the community into the classroom. Family involvement increased as we hosted special events and showcased students' work. This strengthened the bond between home and school, reinforcing the message that learning is a shared journey.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support made every child feel valued and seen. I witnessed growth not only in academic areas such as math and reading but also in creativity, self-confidence, and social skills. These are the foundations that will support them throughout their educational journey.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for making such a meaningful difference in their lives. Your kindness and support will have a lasting impact for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1748777913914,"projectUrl":"project/anxiety-and-learning-control/9358187/","projectTitle":"Anxiety and Learning control","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gettis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9875263_orig.jpg?crop=785,785,x0,y549&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736397008469","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9875263"},{"teacherId":9875263,"projectId":9009000,"letterContent":"Student will be learniong life skill and responsabilities by cleaning classroom, learning what is team work, and collaboration. by usibng vacum, swipp, mop, learn how to use a coffee maker, use a microware, to become independent. Other like bikes and other equipment will help to develop fine and gross motor skills, the seat is for those children that regulation take longest for then and the body demand more movement so those one can use the chair and at same time participate in group meeting or individual meeting. The bindin maching will help teacher to create task that can be reuse and stored as book. \r\n I hope this will support no only my student this year but all my studetn that will con to my classroom in the future years.\r\n\r\nThanks so much","fullyFundedDate":1736417282456,"projectUrl":"project/emotional-support-to-help-with-self-regu/9009000/","projectTitle":"Emotional Support to Help With Self-Regulation Keep Positive Environment","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gettis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9875263_orig.jpg?crop=785,785,x0,y549&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736397008469","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9875263"},{"teacherId":9875263,"projectId":9036415,"letterContent":"The children learn multiple skills from reading instruction (follow direction) measuring, cleaning, and group work. The children also learn how ingredient mix can turn into food. They experience was amazing and they love to use they apron, glove and the activities turn into try a delicious food.\r\n\r\nDonors choose have help a lot my classroom to get material and tools they need in order to be success. I do appreciate so much the generosity of the donors for the support they provide for children","fullyFundedDate":1736387212346,"projectUrl":"project/cooking-project/9036415/","projectTitle":"Cooking Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gettis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9875263_orig.jpg?crop=785,785,x0,y549&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736397008469","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9875263"},{"teacherId":9824721,"projectId":8917614,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations.\r\nThese materials were used as sensory supports for development for emotional regulation skills and use of coping skills. The playdough is a particular activity students like to engage in when escalated. The snacks were enjoyed by students as reinforcement for demonstrating safe behavior. Gummies and crackers (crunchy snacks) are especially reinforcing for our students here, as they have sensory needs with eating as well.\r\nYour support is greatly appreciated","fullyFundedDate":1735715821685,"projectUrl":"project/general-materials/8917614/","projectTitle":"General materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hendersen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9824721"},{"teacherId":4272826,"projectId":9106117,"letterContent":"We are excited to be able to expand our project for making doggy treats between the two extensive support needs classrooms. Larger gloves and aprons for our larger students (middle schoolers) will enable them to feel more comfortable doing the project alongside the 4th and 5th graders in the adjoining classroom. The last time they made the treats they were uncomfortable with small aprons and tiny gloves they wanted to remove. Jus this week one of our students was able to wear the larger disposable gloves to begin to learn to toilet on his own and he was able to do so without pain from the tight gloves. The new microwave is being used for our weekly cooking projects so far and is an appropriate one for our students as it has a locking function so that staff can monitor it for safety. The students have used the whisks as real-life models to generalize with cards with illustrations of kitchen items that two students are learning for their IEP goals. So far we have used the baby wipes to remove sticky and messy foods from cooking class on their desks. next week we will use the larger bone-shaped cookie cutters to make larger doggy treats (alongside the small molds).","fullyFundedDate":1740372946472,"projectUrl":"project/doggy-treat-making-cooking-project/9106117/","projectTitle":"Doggy Treat-Making Cooking Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bass","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4272826_orig.jpg?crop=1028,1028,x1249,y887&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740284952316","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4272826"},{"teacherId":9875263,"projectId":9076649,"letterContent":"I have issue witht he promethean board so I have not really use it as I would like to. But it is important for special studetn to have access to multiple sources of tools to support their vatiety of learning. \r\nHaving a prometheam board create a very interactive learning that help them to better process information.\r\n\r\nHaving donor choose to be the connection between donors and teacher it help a lot for us to reach our goal as a teacher and the children to reach their goal as students.\r\nThanks you so much","fullyFundedDate":1738762623888,"projectUrl":"project/promethean-board-to-increase-group-part/9076649/","projectTitle":"Promethean Board to Increase Group Participation in Lesson","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gettis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9875263_orig.jpg?crop=785,785,x0,y549&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736397008469","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9875263"},{"teacherId":4272826,"projectId":8917423,"letterContent":"My students have benefitted greatly form such a generous donation as this project was. My staff, comprised of paras and behavior assistants in the classroom have been able to create more materials in color (which is so much more appealing to students) with the color ink cartridges. They have been able to do more art and math and ELA in-class assignments as well with the dot markers (and have lots of fun doing it!).\r\n\r\nAlso having high dividers like the Angeles 48\" x 10' Quiet Divider With Sound Dampening Panels and the Freestanding Room Divider Walls have enabled students to have quieter work spaces at their desks and at my teacher tables where they do goal work withe me. \r\n\r\nThe cleaning materials have helped both the staff and the students maintain cleaner individual and communal workspaces. They have been able to keep sickness at bay with these materials during a particularly germy year!!","fullyFundedDate":1732717372712,"projectUrl":"project/restocking-classroom-basics-to-prepare-f/8917423/","projectTitle":"Restocking Classroom Basics to Prepare for the Second Half Year","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bass","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4272826_orig.jpg?crop=1028,1028,x1249,y887&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1740284952316","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4272826"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4504","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":533,"numTeachers":21,"percentFrplEligible":9,"percentAsian":46,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":21,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":12,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"25.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":89.7,"schoolId":4504,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sandpiper Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sandpiper Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/belmont-redwood-shores-sd/sandpiper-elementary-school/4504"}