{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sandy McNutt Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":78.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10236155,"projectId":9671538,"letterContent":"Since receiving our new STEM materials, my first graders have been using them daily during STEM time and even during inside recess. These resources have opened up endless opportunities for creativity and hands-on learning. One of the most memorable moments so far was during a rainy-day recess, when students worked together to build a mini city complete with bridges, towers, and roads. They experimented with different shapes, tested what would stand or fall, and proudly explained their ideas to one another. It was incredible to see how naturally they used problem-solving and teamwork when given the chance to create freely.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the STEM kits, the room filled instantly with excitement. They were eager to open every box, touch every piece, and begin building right away. Many of them started imagining projects before we even finished explaining how the materials worked. Their eyes widened, they whispered ideas to their friends, and some even cheered. Ever since that day, their enthusiasm has not faded. Every time they build something new, they rush over to show me their creations with huge smiles on their faces.\r\n\r\nThese materials will continue to support their curiosity and creativity, both during structured STEM lessons and during their free-choice recess time. Thanks to your generosity, my first graders now have meaningful learning opportunities that spark imagination, build confidence, and encourage them to proudly share their ideas. You have truly helped create a classroom where creativity thrives.","fullyFundedDate":1756991838864,"projectUrl":"project/curious-minds-creative-hands/9671538/","projectTitle":"Curious Minds, Creative Hands","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10236155_orig.jpg?crop=1284,1284,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756752853032","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10236155"},{"teacherId":4164017,"projectId":9840329,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project for my students. Now they all have an individual set of base 10 blocks to use when we are learning about place value. First graders learn and engage so much more when they have the materials they need! My class struggles when we do not have enough supplies so having the individual sets also calms their nervous systems during math so they stay focused on their work!\r\n\r\nThey love it and so do I! I appreciate the support for my students and it is a game changer for my instruction.\r\n\r\nThank you again so much!!","fullyFundedDate":1761512946525,"projectUrl":"project/citizenship-lessons-in-first-grade/9840329/","projectTitle":"Citizenship Lessons in First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4164017_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514572957505","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4164017"},{"teacherId":4164017,"projectId":9137603,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project for my students. With the addition of these magnetic letters it has allowed me to have students to have enough letters to have an individual set to use during our daily phonics instruction. It just isn't as engaging - to watch your teacher move the letter tiles on a google slide than it is to have the letters in front of them and they can manipulate them as they are sounding out the words!\r\n\r\nI love seeing them have the opportunity to do the \"thinking\" and having the supplies that allow that to happen!! Thank you again for supporting my students. I cannot wait to see the progress that will happen.","fullyFundedDate":1742947199116,"projectUrl":"project/oh-so-that-is-how-you-spell-that/9137603/","projectTitle":"Oh So That Is How You Spell That!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4164017_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514572957505","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4164017"},{"teacherId":8690072,"projectId":9496353,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our \"Make the Day Better!\" project has brought so much joy and encouragement to our students. The new resources are being used to brighten moments throughout the school day—whether that's providing a small surprise for a student who needs a boost, celebrating achievements, or offering a thoughtful gesture during a tough time. Just last week, one of my students was having a particularly hard morning, and being able to hand them a small \"Make the Day Better\" item completely turned their day around. They left my office smiling and ready to rejoin their classmates with renewed energy.\r\n\r\nWhen students first discovered these resources, their faces lit up. Many shared how special it made them feel to know that someone was thinking of their happiness and well-being. For some, it was a simple but powerful reminder that they are cared for, seen, and valued. These small acts of kindness have created an even more positive and supportive school environment, which has been noticed not only by the students but also by staff and families.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, these resources will continue to be integrated into our daily counseling and classroom interactions. We'll use them to reinforce lessons on kindness, gratitude, and resilience, ensuring that students not only receive encouragement but also learn to pass it forward to others. Your generosity has planted seeds of hope and kindness that will ripple throughout our school community, making every day a little brighter for our students.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks,","fullyFundedDate":1756093261002,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-make-the-day-better/9496353/","projectTitle":"Snacks Make the Day Better!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corwin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8690072"},{"teacherId":8690072,"projectId":7624416,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, our Counselor Office Snacks project has already made a meaningful difference for our students. The snacks have become a reliable source of comfort and energy, especially for students who come to my office feeling anxious, tired, or simply in need of a small pick-me-up to help them get through the school day. Just last week, a student who had skipped breakfast came in before a big test, and being able to offer them a healthy snack helped calm their nerves and gave them the boost they needed to focus.\r\n\r\nWhen students first noticed the basket of snacks available, their reactions were filled with excitement and relief. Many expressed gratitude, and some even commented that it made the counselor's office feel more welcoming and safe. Having these resources on hand has not only supported their physical needs but also strengthened our conversations around self-care and well-being.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, I plan to continue using these snacks as a bridge to deeper support. Students are beginning to see the counselor's office as not just a place to talk about challenges, but also a space where their needs are recognized and cared for. Our next steps will include using snack breaks as opportunities to practice calming strategies, talk through worries, and build resilience. Your contributions have created more than just a snack station—you've created a nurturing environment that is helping students thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1691424245794,"projectUrl":"project/counselor-office-snacks/7624416/","projectTitle":"Counselor office snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corwin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8690072"},{"teacherId":8690072,"projectId":8686648,"letterContent":"Snack donations have a powerful impact on our students' well-being and academic success. Many of our students come from low-income families and often arrive at school hungry or without access to consistent meals throughout the day. Having snacks available in the counselor's office ensures that students who may be struggling with hunger can get the nourishment they need to stay focused, alert, and engaged in their learning. Something as simple as a granola bar or crackers can make a major difference in a child's ability to participate and succeed in the classroom.\r\nBeyond meeting physical needs, snacks also serve an emotional purpose. When students visit the counselor's office feeling anxious, upset, or overwhelmed, offering a snack can provide comfort, connection, and a sense of care. It sends the message that they are seen, supported, and valued. These donations not only ease hunger—they build trust, boost morale, and help create a safe, nurturing space where students can feel ready to face their day. Your generosity truly feeds both the body and the spirit.","fullyFundedDate":1734024309243,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-all/8686648/","projectTitle":"Snacks for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corwin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8690072"},{"teacherId":8690072,"projectId":8151739,"letterContent":"Snack donations have a powerful impact on our students' well-being and academic success. Many of our students come from low-income families and often arrive at school hungry or without access to consistent meals throughout the day. Having snacks available in the counselor's office ensures that students who may be struggling with hunger can get the nourishment they need to stay focused, alert, and engaged in their learning. Something as simple as a granola bar or crackers can make a major difference in a child's ability to participate and succeed in the classroom.\r\nBeyond meeting physical needs, snacks also serve an emotional purpose. When students visit the counselor's office feeling anxious, upset, or overwhelmed, offering a snack can provide comfort, connection, and a sense of care. It sends the message that they are seen, supported, and valued. These donations not only ease hunger—they build trust, boost morale, and help create a safe, nurturing space where students can feel ready to face their day. Your generosity truly feeds both the body and the spirit.","fullyFundedDate":1715170337225,"projectUrl":"project/kids-love-snacks/8151739/","projectTitle":"Kids Love Snacks!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corwin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8690072"},{"teacherId":8690072,"projectId":7549775,"letterContent":"Donated social and emotional learning (SEL) items—such as fidget tools, emotion cards, calm-down kits, journals, and sensory toys—play a vital role in supporting the mental and emotional well-being of our students. These resources help students identify, express, and regulate their emotions in healthy ways. In a school environment where many students face challenges such as trauma, anxiety, or unstable home situations, having access to SEL tools creates a safe outlet for processing big feelings. They are especially helpful during one-on-one counseling sessions and in small groups, where students learn coping strategies and self-awareness skills.\r\nThese items also empower students to manage stress independently throughout the school day. A calm-down corner equipped with sensory and SEL tools gives students a designated space to de-escalate and return to learning with a clearer mind. Your donation supports not only the individual child in crisis but helps cultivate a more emotionally resilient and empathetic school climate overall. Thank you for investing in tools that support both heart and mind.","fullyFundedDate":1690856174781,"projectUrl":"project/pink-everything/7549775/","projectTitle":"Pink Everything!!!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Corwin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8690072"},{"teacherId":4164017,"projectId":8749327,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting this project for my students. All of our families bring their child a set of headphones to use throughout the year on our technology programs. However - in first grade - these typically do not last very long as the headphones are not as durable as they would be for an older student.\r\n\r\nSo this project was a lifesaver for our families and students. Instead of having to give a greater expense to our families - we were able to give our students the headphones they needed during the school year. I am so grateful for your support of this project as it directly supported my families and my students.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting students and families throughout our community!","fullyFundedDate":1734099387223,"projectUrl":"project/headphones-help-me-learn/8749327/","projectTitle":"Headphones Help Me Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4164017_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514572957505","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4164017"},{"teacherId":4164017,"projectId":8810840,"letterContent":"Thank you for funding this project for our first grade students. We used this project to get manipulatives directly into our students hands. We realized that post pandemic - many younger students were not using manipulatives to help them with math. Research shows that younger students need to touch a concrete manipulative to help them understand what they are learning.\r\n\r\nThis project gave them a zippered bag with 20 counters so they can use them to work out math problems and realize the value of using manipulatives. We also had extra ones to use for our class manipulatives!\r\n\r\nThank you for supporting this project and supporting our students with their learning!","fullyFundedDate":1731528270549,"projectUrl":"project/financial-literacy-in-first-grade-starts/8810840/","projectTitle":"Financial Literacy in First Grade Starts With Counting!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4164017_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514572957505","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4164017"},{"teacherId":4164017,"projectId":8263086,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding this project for my students. I used the materials for this project for a \"calm down area\" for my students. They loved using it. I even had students who didn't need it - but wanted a soft place to reset. This year was a successful year for them understanding the need for a reset and asking to visit the calm down area to get that reset they needed.\r\n\r\nI loved having this as a safe place in our classroom for my students. I had one student who arrived to school visibly tired and when I pulled her aside to talk to her about it - she shared a personal story about not being able to sleep the night before due to family issues. I was able to offer her a safe place to take a nap so she could rejoin us later for academics. Thank you Donors Choose for giving us the materials we need to help our students when and where they need it!!","fullyFundedDate":1719005418150,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-regulate-then-i-can-learn/8263086/","projectTitle":"Help Me Regulate - Then I Can Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. B.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4164017_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1514572957505","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4164017"},{"teacherId":4164017,"projectId":7543244,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for all of your donations to get this project funded for my students. Having already sharpened pencils is such a lifesaver in a first grade classroom. Pencils seem to disappear quickly - so having a supply to replenish our pencils saves us so much time. We do a lot of writing in first grade! They are learning about their grasp and sometimes pencils break in the middle of an assignment.\r\n\r\nThe crayons were used in a supply drawer that I keep for students to use throughout the year and also to have a steady supply of crayons for when I get new students during the school year. Many times new students have just moved into town and having a supply of these needed materials is such a breathe of relief for the parents - knowing their child will be taken care of at this new school.\r\n\r\nThe dry erase markers and post it notes are used throughout the year on assignments. Students like being able to write their thought on the lesson and \"post it\" on the board and the dry erase markers are great with assignments in a sheet protector so we can save paper! 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