{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sarah Winnemucca Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":23.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9368578,"projectId":10046385,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom through Donors Choose. My second-grade students now have access to magnetic phonics kits that are already making a meaning difference in their learning.\r\n\r\nSince introducing these kits, I've seen increased confidence and excitement during our phonics lessons. Students have been more willing to take risks, try new words, and collaborate with their classmates. \r\n\r\nYour support is not just providing materials, it is also helping to shape stronger readers, boost confidence, and creating a more engaging classroom environment. Thank you for investing in my students' growth and future success.","fullyFundedDate":1770255831576,"projectUrl":"project/magnetic-phonics-kits-for-whole-group-re/10046385/","projectTitle":"Magnetic Phonics Kits for Whole Group Reading Instruction.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vasco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9368578"},{"teacherId":10414847,"projectId":10047984,"letterContent":"Thank you very much for your generous support for our Pre-K program. Having new learning tools engages me more as an assistant teacher. I love being able to support my teachers and their Early readiness program. These tools were needed in our program and help support literacy, center time, and instruction. \r\n\r\nThe flexible seating of the wooden floor desks and cushions has enhanced our learning environment by increasing student engagement, improving focus, and encouraging collaboration. Our students have developmental delays and so giving them flexible seating options where they can be grounded and not have to sit at a traditional table or desk is helpful for early childhood students who may be full of wiggles. \r\n\r\nThe flannel board props and magnetic flannel board that I can put down at the preschoolers level has significantly enhanced early literacy in our students by making story retelling interactive, visual, and tactile. These materials aid in sequencing events, improving comprehension, and boosting vocabulary for young children, especially visual and kinesthetic learners. \r\n\r\nOur students love dramatic play. The mop, broom, and dusting set added to our imaginative home environment. Dramatic play in early childhood fosters social, emotional, cognitive and physical skills. Children are practicing taking turns by acting out real scenarios. This type of play helps them with language development growth and problem solving. \r\n\r\nThe play dough helps the children with fine motor skills that helps strengthen hand muscles, and improving dexterity in our pre-k program. The play dough helps enhance there pincer grasp, hand eye coordination, and finger isolation through squeezing, rolling, pinching, and cutting, which will help in future tasks like writing and using scissors. \r\n\r\nYour contribution to my program have had a powerful impact and I suspect will for years to come. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1769214138038,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-in-pre-k/10047984/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jaclyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10414847"},{"teacherId":8175669,"projectId":10029337,"letterContent":"I couldn't be more grateful for your amazing contributions to our classroom. All of the children in this program have developmental delays or other disabilities and these materials help to keep them engaged through a multi-modality, sensory approach. \r\n\r\nThe preschoolers have been immersed in learning through tactile, hands on experience with the large geometric shapes, magnetic building sticks, and foam modeling beads. These materials help them to strengthen their fine motor skills. This type of tactile play involves hands-on activities that engage the senses, such as squeezing and manipulating the foam beads and scooping and molding the kinetic sand. My little creative artists also love the Waxy Kwix Stix Tempera crayons. They give just the right amount of feedback when coloring and the colors are super vibrant. These activities build hand coordination, finger control, and grip strength essential for tasks like writing and buttoning.\r\n\r\nThe students have also enjoying learning about space with the recent Artimis 2 lunar launch and landing this year. The magnetic rocket and robot building sets have helped bring this learning to their own imaginative level. I decorated our dramatic play area into a space capsule where they used the light up busy boards to pretend they were commanding a space station. By acting out real-world roles like flying to the moon, children learn to negotiate, empathize, develop language skills, manage emotions, and foster creativity. These added materials helped to transform abstract ideas into more concrete understanding, which in turn helped them build foundational skills for future learning. \r\n\r\nYour contributions to my program have had a powerful impact and I suspect will for years to come. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1768690141119,"projectUrl":"project/little-imaginative-learners/10029337/","projectTitle":"Little Imaginative Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Blair Morgan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8175669_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1673306987152","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8175669"},{"teacherId":10407668,"projectId":10031021,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Calm, Communicate, and Learn: Sensory Supports for Autism.\" Because of you, my students now have access to tools that truly make a difference in their daily learning. We use the sensory materials during transitions, small-group instruction, and moments when students need help regulating their emotions. One of my students, who used to struggle with staying seated, is now able to participate longer and complete tasks with the help of these supports.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, my students were excited and curious. More importantly, they quickly began to feel safe and comfortable using them. I've seen fewer meltdowns, more engagement, and improved communication. These resources have created a calmer classroom environment where students feel understood and supported.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue integrating these tools into our daily routines and lessons to strengthen focus, independence, and communication skills. Your kindness has not only provided materials—it has opened opportunities for my students to succeed and feel confident in their learning. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making such a meaningful impact on our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1768695313066,"projectUrl":"project/calm-communicate-and-learn-sensory-su/10031021/","projectTitle":"Calm, Communicate, and Learn: Sensory Supports for Autism","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gonzales","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10407668"},{"teacherId":10403104,"projectId":10014849,"letterContent":"On behalf of our library and the children we serve, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your generous support! Your grant has made a meaningful and lasting impact on our young patrons, and we are truly thankful for your commitment to enriching their learning experiences.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we have been able to introduce transitional seating that creates a more welcoming, flexible, and comfortable environment for children. This has helped foster a space where kids feel relaxed, engaged, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour funding also allowed us to expand our collection of Pre-K and early reader materials, giving children access to books and resources that support literacy development at crucial early stages. These new additions are already inspiring curiosity, confidence, and a love of reading among our youngest learners. They love these books! \r\n\r\nIn addition, the instruments and interactive story and song activities you helped provide have brought new energy and creativity into our programs. Children ages 3–11 are now able to explore music, movement, and storytelling in ways that support different learning styles and developmental levels. These experiences not only build literacy skills but also encourage self-expression, collaboration, and joy.\r\n\r\nYour investment in our library is an investment in our community's future. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for the opportunities you have created for the children we serve.","fullyFundedDate":1768575996867,"projectUrl":"project/creating-inclusive-spaces-for-music-li/10014849/","projectTitle":"Creating Inclusive Spaces for Music & Library Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Katie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10403104"},{"teacherId":5416007,"projectId":10024531,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, my students are already putting the new whiteboard easels and magnets to great use! During a recent lesson, students worked in small groups at the easels to solve math problems and explain their thinking. The vertical boards encouraged students to collaborate, share strategies, and revise their ideas as they worked. One memorable moment was watching a group of students discuss different ways to solve a problem while referring to the prompts and examples posted with magnets on their board. The easels helped turn our classroom into an active learning space where students could move, talk, and think together.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the easels and magnets, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to get up and start writing on the boards, and many students commented on how fun it was to work standing up and sharing ideas with classmates. Using magnets to attach reference materials and prompts helped students stay focused and supported as they worked, giving them helpful reminders they could easily see while solving problems or discussing their thinking.\r\n\r\nAs we continue using these resources, students will apply them during reading, writing, and math lessons. The magnets allow me to quickly add vocabulary cards, sentence starters, problem-solving prompts, and examples that guide students as they collaborate at the easels. Our next steps include using the boards to plan summaries, organize ideas for writing, and explain strategies during math discussions. These tools are helping create a classroom where students actively engage, support one another, and build confidence in sharing their thinking. Thank you for making this possible for our students!","fullyFundedDate":1768712528739,"projectUrl":"project/visible-thinking-through-vertical-learni/10024531/","projectTitle":"Visible Thinking Through Vertical Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5416007_orig.jpg?crop=383,383,x50,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758756779560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5416007"},{"teacherId":8160666,"projectId":9993206,"letterContent":"Thank yo for all of the materials you have given my students. My students can now play with fidgets when they get frustrated and can now express their feelings in a better way. We are using the materials daily in our everyday routine and using them with other programs at our school. I am really happy to see our students grow and succeed in school. The teachers who I work with beside me are very grateful for the materials too and are seeing huge growth in their students behaviors too. We really can't thank donors choose enough.","fullyFundedDate":1768697172809,"projectUrl":"project/a2-supplies/9993206/","projectTitle":"A2 Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Anthony","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8160666"},{"teacherId":3959767,"projectId":10029178,"letterContent":"We are so grateful to you for helping us purchase the mobile carts and broom & dust pan set. These carts have directly impacted my students individualized learning targets. I have assigned each student one of the bins and have put their learning materials inside so that I'm able to easily access them when working with students one-on-one. All of my students are on Individualized Eduction Programs (IEPs) and have personalized educational goals and objectives that meet their specific needs. By having quick easy access to their learning materials I am able to target my students' needs to maximize their learning growth and outcomes. \r\n\r\nMy students are preschool aged and stay with me for 2-3 years depending on their age and when they will attend Kindergarten. As my students learn and grow, their educational goals will be updated and their learning materials will change. These mobile carts are easy to access and transport making it easy for me to modify the materials within them as my students learning needs change. \r\n\r\nMy students may not get as excited over these materials as they would a brand new toy, but what they don't realize is that these carts will aid in their educational journey towards becoming life long learners.","fullyFundedDate":1768855023263,"projectUrl":"project/getting-organized-in-pre-k/10029178/","projectTitle":"Getting Organized in Pre-K","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kendahl","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3959767_orig.jpg?crop=1198,1198,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1631400158543","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3959767"},{"teacherId":9126057,"projectId":9531188,"letterContent":"My students have been so engaged in learning thanks to your generous support. Our classroom has come alive with excitement around reading. The new books have quickly become favorites—especially the \"Fly Guy\" series and the \"If You Give a Mouse...\" stories. I often catch students rereading them during independent time, sharing funny parts with each other, and proudly taking them to the cozy corner.\r\n\r\nThe roll-and-read games have also become a daily staple in centers. Students are building confidence, fluency, and phonics skills at a pace that feels like true leaps and bounds. Their smiles when they master a new word or beat their previous score say it all.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest surprises has been how much of a difference the acrylic book displays have made. After we read a story aloud, I display it right away—and students flock to it. Being able to practice with a book they already know and love has boosted both motivation and independence.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your donation. The growth you've helped make possible in our literacy block is real, and it's already shaping stronger, more joyful readers. Thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in my students' success","fullyFundedDate":1760151224061,"projectUrl":"project/support-reading-first-for-first-grade/9531188/","projectTitle":"Support Reading First for First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mastick","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9126057_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753125343009","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9126057"},{"teacherId":5416007,"projectId":9659263,"letterContent":"When the packages were opened, the excitement began. First, we looked at the pencil toppers. Those will be used to add to pencils when students write their final drafts for writing projects. They all began chattering about which ones they wanted and how many they were going to get. The class decided that they would add additional toppers after each final draft to collect as many as they could. \r\n\r\nNext, we unboxed the Paint by Sticker book. The students chose the elephant to start \"painting.\" The colorless elephant is on the board. When students complete a lesson in iReady, they get to add a sticker to the elephant. When the elephant picture is complete, it will be given to one of the students and the class will earn a prize. They decided that the prize should be time with the scented moldable sand. \r\n\r\nFinally, they wanted to start building the block animals. However, we decided that we would save those for our unit on animals in their habitats. They can construct a chosen animal and add it to a diorama. It is a very exciting time in room B-8! Thanks so much!","fullyFundedDate":1758069911730,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-solutions-for-student-success/9659263/","projectTitle":"Sensory Solutions for Student Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Peterson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5416007_orig.jpg?crop=383,383,x50,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758756779560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5416007"},{"teacherId":5416007,"projectId":7998087,"letterContent":"The calming and engaging items have had such a positive impact on my students. The light covers and string lights make our classroom feel peaceful and welcoming, helping students focus and feel comfortable. Two years later, I'm still getting complements on the classroom lights and covers from parents and administrators.\r\n\r\nThe birthday cups give each child a chance to feel celebrated, while reward stickers and animal erasers motivate them to do their best. The dance party button adds fun celebrations and helps with transitions that bring the class together. 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