{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Shadow Valley Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":22.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3327510,"projectId":9570428,"letterContent":"These organization items have helped keep our classroom much more neat and organized. My students and I use them every day to store and sort materials, keep shelves clear, and make sure everything has a place. One simple but powerful moment was when students quickly noticed how much easier it was to find what they needed without wasting time or getting distracted.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, students were excited to help set everything up. They liked seeing our classroom become more organized and felt proud of helping keep it that way. It made them more responsible for cleaning up and taking care of shared materials.\r\n\r\nNow, students are able to work more smoothly because everything is easier to find and put away. Next, we will continue building routines that help students stay organized and independent in their daily work. Thank you for helping make our classroom more organized and ready for learning!","fullyFundedDate":1755701447740,"projectUrl":"project/from-clutter-to-clarity/9570428/","projectTitle":"From Clutter to Clarity","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Monson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3327510_orig.jpg?crop=3137,3137,x1240,y510&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628657766972","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3327510"},{"teacherId":3327510,"projectId":8652630,"letterContent":"This project was changed because the writing unit never went through but it still made a meaningful impact on my students' learning by providing essential materials we use every single day. Having a steady supply of paper, laminating sheets, and sticker paper has helped keep our classroom organized and running smoothly. Students are able to complete their work without interruption, and I can create durable, reusable resources that support their learning all year long.\r\n\r\nBecause of these materials, I've been able to better prepare activities, keep materials accessible, and create engaging lessons that last. Even though the project changed, it truly met a big need in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1723639453485,"projectUrl":"project/modern-manners-classroom-edition/8652630/","projectTitle":"Modern Manners Classroom Edition!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Monson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3327510_orig.jpg?crop=3137,3137,x1240,y510&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628657766972","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3327510"},{"teacherId":3327510,"projectId":9544567,"letterContent":"The whiteboards have helped my students learn in a more active and collaborative way. We use them every day during math as part of our Building Thinking Classrooms routines. Students work in groups to solve problems, show their thinking, and explain their ideas. One great moment was during a tough math problem when students who usually stay quiet were drawing, talking, and helping each other understand.\r\n\r\nWhen the whiteboards were first introduced, students were very excited to use them. They quickly learned expectations and now use them responsibly during lessons. They enjoy having their own space to try ideas without worrying about mistakes.\r\n\r\nWe will keep using the whiteboards for more problem-solving and group work to help students build confidence and explain their thinking. Thank you for supporting our classroom and helping students learn in a more engaging way!","fullyFundedDate":1755701361484,"projectUrl":"project/the-writings-on-the-wall-inspiring-lea/9544567/","projectTitle":"The Writing’s on the Wall: Inspiring Learning With New Whiteboard","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Monson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3327510_orig.jpg?crop=3137,3137,x1240,y510&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628657766972","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3327510"},{"teacherId":3327510,"projectId":9201072,"letterContent":"The giant magnetic math manipulatives have helped my students better understand math concepts by making lessons more visual and interactive. I use them to model skills like regrouping, place value, and fractions during whole-group instruction. For example, when learning regrouping, students could clearly see how numbers change as I moved the pieces, which made the concept much easier to understand.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the manipulatives, they were very excited and curious. They were eager to watch how they worked and participate in the lesson. The large size helped keep everyone engaged and focused on the math.\r\n\r\nNext, students will use these visual models to support their independent work with word problems and fractions. Seeing the math in action has already helped build their confidence and understanding.","fullyFundedDate":1742917674028,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-math-learning-in-our-4th-grade/9201072/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Math Learning in Our 4th Grade Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Monson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3327510_orig.jpg?crop=3137,3137,x1240,y510&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628657766972","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3327510"},{"teacherId":3327510,"projectId":8065492,"letterContent":"Our wobble stools have made a big difference in our 4th grade classroom by helping students stay focused and engaged during learning time. We use them during reading, writing, and small group work. During a recent writing lesson, students who typically struggle with sitting still were able to stay on task longer and complete more of their work because the gentle movement helped them focus.\r\n\r\nWhen the stools were first introduced, students were very excited and eager to try them. After a short time, they quickly learned how to use them responsibly and understood that they were tools to help improve learning, not distractions.\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we will continue using the wobble stools during longer lessons, independent work, and group projects. They are especially helpful during writing and research units where students need to stay engaged for longer periods of time. These stools have supported focus, independence, and a more flexible learning environment for all students.","fullyFundedDate":1701179130404,"projectUrl":"project/comfortable-seating/8065492/","projectTitle":"Comfortable Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Monson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3327510_orig.jpg?crop=3137,3137,x1240,y510&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628657766972","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3327510"},{"teacherId":3327510,"projectId":9526273,"letterContent":"Our new paper cutter has quickly become an important part of our classroom. During a recent STEM project, students designed and built model playgrounds, and the cutter helped them make clean, precise cuts for their materials. This allowed their ideas to come together more clearly and gave their projects a more finished, professional look. One student shared that using it made them feel like a real engineer, which showed how meaningful hands-on tools can be.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the paper cutter, they were excited and curious to try it. They were also very focused on learning how to use it safely and responsibly. It has helped build their confidence as they work more independently and take pride in their projects.\r\n\r\nNext, students will use the paper cutter for some end of the year activities, where they will create models and interactive displays. This tool continues to support creativity, precision, and deeper engagement as they bring their learning to life.","fullyFundedDate":1755701403585,"projectUrl":"project/trim-posters-and-art-is-a-great-start/9526273/","projectTitle":"Trim Posters and Art Is a Great Start!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Monson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3327510_orig.jpg?crop=3137,3137,x1240,y510&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628657766972","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3327510"},{"teacherId":10348525,"projectId":9942521,"letterContent":"About 270 4th-6th graders have benefited from the materials you provided to this project, which focused on deepening their math, engineering, and teamwork skills. It has been such an impactful challenge-based learning opportunity that I've decided to modify the lesson for Kinder-3rd graders. It will be interesting to see the aluminum foil boat designs every grade creates and the concrete science concepts they will grasp through testing and observation. \r\nWe will continue to use the materials through the rest of the year and the students are so excited to experience math and science in hands-on ways. The tangram template cards were particularly challenging at first, but as students have practiced with them, they are gaining more confidence and joy as they excel at this spatial awareness activity.\r\nThe large individual whiteboards are useful for students to write out their math thinking while we play Krypto. Students have improved in their teamwork skills as one person records and another presents by reading the math thinking on the individual white board. It is such a better tool than the smaller whiteboards. They also work well as large signs so we don't waste paper. \r\nIn all, students are truly benefiting from your investment in these project materials and my class is a favorite because of it!","fullyFundedDate":1767199554117,"projectUrl":"project/stem-olympiad-practice-materials/9942521/","projectTitle":"Stem Olympiad Practice Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Little","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10348525_orig.png?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764563222905","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10348525"},{"teacherId":7127409,"projectId":9900203,"letterContent":"Thank you again for allowing the children in my classroom to have the supplies they need for ongoing learning and discovery. \r\nThese STEM supplies give them access to hands on learning, self-discovery and choice, and the ability to choose items that help build imagination in these areas of math, science, engineering and technology--even at this beginning first grade level.\r\nAgain, these items from your donations enhance my classroom with things I would not be able to afford myself. It is so appreciated!","fullyFundedDate":1763565373802,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-stem-activities/9900203/","projectTitle":"Classroom STEM Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dennison","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7127409"},{"teacherId":7125056,"projectId":9893533,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our classroom was able to add new STEM games and activities for our students, and the impact has been incredible. The children have absolutely loved exploring these hands-on learning tools. They are excited to work with the games, build, problem-solve, and discover new ideas.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding parts has been watching the students collaborate. These STEM activities naturally encourage teamwork, communication, and creative thinking. Students are learning how to share ideas, test solutions, and support one another as they figure things out together.\r\n\r\nYour donation has created opportunities for curiosity, critical thinking, and joyful learning in our classroom. Thank you for investing in our students and helping make learning such a fun and engaging experience for them. Your support truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1763566106017,"projectUrl":"project/super-stem-games/9893533/","projectTitle":"Super STEM Games","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Sanocki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7125056"},{"teacherId":7128084,"projectId":9888674,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding the purchase of BrainPOP Jr. for my students and me. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our classroom, and we are incredibly grateful.\r\n\r\nWe use BrainPOP Jr. regularly during our Math, Science, and Social Studies lessons. The short, engaging videos and activities enhance the curriculum I am teaching and help reinforce important concepts in a way that is easy for students to understand. The lessons are concise, beneficial, and perfectly suited for keeping young learners focused and excited about learning.\r\n\r\nMy students especially love answering the short quiz questions at the end of each lesson. It gives them a chance to show what they have learned while having fun at the same time. BrainPOP Jr. keeps students engaged and encourages them to think more deeply about the topics we study.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kind and generous donation. Your support helps create meaningful learning experiences for my students every day, and we truly appreciate your commitment to education.","fullyFundedDate":1763565435137,"projectUrl":"project/my-students-brains-are-popping-with-k/9888674/","projectTitle":"My Students' Brains Are \"Popping\" With Knowledge!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Stettler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7128084"},{"teacherId":7988881,"projectId":9923662,"letterContent":"The book donation has significantly made an impact on my student interest in reading by having many options to choose from. They were so excited to see all the books donated to our classroom library. \r\n\r\nBeyond academic growth, the gift of these books has fostered a culture of sharing and empathy within our classroom, giving many students a chance to start their own home libraries for the first time. \r\n\r\nYour generosity has truly sparked a newfound excitement for learning that will impact these students for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1764690165162,"projectUrl":"project/books-books-books/9923662/","projectTitle":"Books, Books, Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Gladwell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7988881"},{"teacherId":4606207,"projectId":9896247,"letterContent":"The beautiful games and STEM activities that I purchased, enhanced all areas of curriculum. It supported the positive climate, cooperation of others and a successful attitude toward winning or losing. Student were able to read directions, follow rules, and have fun simply by playing a game.\r\n This experience made learning fun and exciting. I could see higher level thinking going on while students were planning their next strategy. \r\n This activity reached all students in so many positive ways. They simply didn't want to stop. Thank you for the tremendous contribution toward enhancing learning in my classroom","fullyFundedDate":1763565047083,"projectUrl":"project/grandeous-stem-activities/9896247/","projectTitle":"Grandeous STEM Activities","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schumer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4606207"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_33394","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":571,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":29,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":74,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":16,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_SMALL"},"inStateSupporters":77.3,"schoolId":33394,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Shadow Valley Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Shadow Valley Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/utah/ogden-school-district/shadow-valley-elementary-school/33394"}