{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Shadowlawn Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":47.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9699165,"projectId":9539324,"letterContent":"Our classroom library has truly transformed since this project was funded. Before, our shelves were dull and filled with older texts that didn't always feel relevant to my students' lives. Now, our library includes a variety of genres—mystery, adventure, sports stories, graphic novels, and realistic fiction that mirrors the experiences and interests of the students in my room. Watching them walk over to the library, browse with excitement, and settle into a story they chose has been one of the best parts of my school year so far.\r\n\r\nIndependent reading has become a time my students genuinely look forward to. They discuss books the way many kids talk about movies or video games—comparing characters, predicting endings, and recommending favorites to their classmates. I have a few students who previously struggled with reading stamina and would lose interest quickly. Now, they're finishing books and immediately looking for their \"next one.\" That shift in attitude toward reading is something I don't take lightly, and it would not have been possible without your support.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and for understanding how powerful it is for a child to feel seen and motivated through a story. Your contribution has made reading feel joyful, welcoming, and personal in our classroom. We are so grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1754650268185,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-changing-lives/9539324/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages, Changing Lives.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Saldarriaga","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9699165"},{"teacherId":5227502,"projectId":9626542,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my DonorsChoose project, Fueling Minds and Motivation: Snacks and Supplies for Success! Your generosity brought joy and purpose to our math classrooms at Shadowlawn Elementary, a Title I school where every resource makes a meaningful impact.\r\nBecause of you, students were able to celebrate their math achievements with snacks that motivated them to keep striving, and they now have the tools they need to take ownership of their learning through notemaking. These small but powerful supports have helped build confidence, engagement, and a love for math.\r\nAs the math coach, I've seen firsthand how your kindness has energized our students and empowered our teachers. Thank you for believing in our learners and helping us fuel both minds and motivation!","fullyFundedDate":1756012905498,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-minds-and-motivation-snacks-and/9626542/","projectTitle":"Fueling Minds and Motivation: Snacks and Supplies for Success!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Owen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5227502_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1520629751789","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5227502"},{"teacherId":1863397,"projectId":9620078,"letterContent":"Thanks to the support of this grant, the Wonder Readers' Marketplace has come to life—and its impact on our students has been extraordinary.\r\nFrom the moment the program launched, excitement filled the halls. Students eagerly dove into books, motivated by the opportunity to earn Accelerated Reader (AR) points and shop in our themed marketplace. The transformation in reading habits was immediate: students began setting personal goals, tracking their progress, and celebrating their achievements with pride.\r\nThe marketplace events became joyful celebrations of literacy. Students exchanged their hard-earned points for books, school supplies, toys, and other engaging items. More importantly, they gained confidence in their reading abilities and a deeper love for stories. The integration with our school theme, Be the Eighth Wonder, added a sense of magic and purpose, reinforcing the idea that reading opens doors to discovery and wonder.\r\nSince the grant was awarded, we've seen:\r\n\r\nIncreased reading engagement, with more students participating in AR and reading consistently.\r\nImproved comprehension and vocabulary, as students challenge themselves with a wider range of texts.\r\nGreater equity and inclusion, with all students having access to rewards and recognition, regardless of background.\r\nEnhanced school spirit and community, as classrooms cheer on their readers and celebrate growth together.\r\n\r\nThe Wonder Readers' Marketplace has become more than just an incentive program—it's a cornerstone of our literacy culture. It has empowered students to take ownership of their learning, supported academic achievement, and made reading a joyful, shared experience.\r\nThank you for helping us build a program that inspires, motivates, and celebrates every reader.","fullyFundedDate":1755548524607,"projectUrl":"project/wonder-readers-marketplace-inspiring/9620078/","projectTitle":"Wonder Readers' Marketplace – Inspiring Lifelong Readers Through Incentives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hendrix","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1863397_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1471054444001","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1863397"},{"teacherId":5087796,"projectId":9540020,"letterContent":"The addition of the Sunshine State Young Readers Award (SSYRA) books has sparked a wave of excitement and engagement among our students. These titles have become some of the most sought-after books on our shelves, and the impact has been both immediate and profound.\r\nStudents who were once reluctant readers are now eagerly checking out books, discussing plots with friends, and recommending titles to one another. The diverse characters and compelling stories have helped them see themselves—and others—in new ways, fostering empathy and curiosity. Our media center has become a vibrant space where stories come alive and readers grow in confidence and skill.\r\nSince receiving the SSYRA books, we've seen:\r\n\r\nIncreased circulation and reading enthusiasm, with students racing to read every title on the list.\r\nImproved literacy engagement, as students challenge themselves with more complex texts and vocabulary.\r\nDeeper classroom conversations, sparked by themes that connect to real-world issues and imaginative adventures.\r\nGreater inclusivity, with students finding books that reflect their cultures, experiences, and identities.\r\n\r\nThis collection has not only enriched our library—it has empowered our students to become lifelong readers and thinkers. Thank you for helping us create a space where every child can discover the joy of reading and the power of stories.","fullyFundedDate":1754660441065,"projectUrl":"project/ray-of-reading/9540020/","projectTitle":"\"Ray of Reading\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ogletree","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5087796_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1519938514608","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5087796"},{"teacherId":1982646,"projectId":9649111,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations that allowed my class to have a variety of snacks to eat each day. All students get breakfast and lunch each day at school. Our lunch is late this year, 12:30pm, so my pre-k students need a snack mid morning to make it to lunch. It is hard to learn on an empty stomach.\r\n\r\nI love having a variety of snacks for the students to choose from because everyone's tastes are different. I can not control what happens outside of school, whether they get fed or not, but I can make sure during the school week they have something in their bellies each day. None of this would be possible without you!","fullyFundedDate":1756294424898,"projectUrl":"project/hungry-to-learn-2025-2026-part-2/9649111/","projectTitle":"Hungry to Learn 2025-2026 Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harmon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1982646_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1549247357545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/trisha-harmon"},{"teacherId":9606369,"projectId":9259516,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generous donation of celebratory snacks for our first grade students last year. I am happy to report that first grade did a phenomenal job on their end of the year tests! You could not imagine the excitement on their faces when they saw all those treats lined up just for THEM! I'm sure they will never forget how they felt in that moment walking into a celebration of their successes. My hope is that this celebration has left a positive memory in their academic life where they strive to do their best to keep chasing that feeling!","fullyFundedDate":1744904352499,"projectUrl":"project/get-your-study-on-one-bite-at-a-time/9259516/","projectTitle":"Get Your Study On, One Bite at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Languidey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9606369_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721867901921","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9606369"},{"teacherId":9334352,"projectId":9587131,"letterContent":"What a difference a little motivation makes. The students are having a blast working to earn rewards like candy, stickers and snacks for their effort in class. They are participating more and working harder to complete their work to earn incentives in return for their hard work! The students in all grade levels are having a better hands on experience with the whiteboards and markers, and my kindergarteners are loving the new math learning resources for hands on math fun! \r\n\r\nThank you for makin a difference for these students!","fullyFundedDate":1755412204329,"projectUrl":"project/motivational-back-to-school-basics/9587131/","projectTitle":"Motivational Back to School Basics","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Ames","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9334352"},{"teacherId":1982646,"projectId":9294226,"letterContent":"Thanks to this project being funded, I had everything I needed to start the school year off! The card stock allowed to print alphabet activities, name tags, and much more.\r\n The fatter pencils and crayons are important at the beginning of the school year especially for students with weaker fine motor skills. The crayons and colored pencils are used daily in the writing center. \r\nThe students love to paint using the water colors. This is a very popular center so we have to limit the students to one picture a day so that everyone can get a chance to paint. They love taking their pictures home and sharing them with their families.","fullyFundedDate":1753298833897,"projectUrl":"project/preschool-essentials/9294226/","projectTitle":"Preschool Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harmon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1982646_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1549247357545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/trisha-harmon"},{"teacherId":1982646,"projectId":9257416,"letterContent":"I like to switch out the items in each center about every two to three weeks. Thanks to this project I was able to add more Magna-tiles for the students to play with. I love to see their imaginations at work! They make buildings, build roads, build castles, and so much more! \r\nDuring the cleaning this summer the farm animals were misplaced , so I am so happy that I requested a farm Magna-Tile set so they students can play with that at the farm center. \r\nSome of my students have never played with Magna-tiles before. They loved playing in this center. It became so popular that we had to set a timer for every 10 minutes to switch out so more students could play. None of this would have been possible without you!","fullyFundedDate":1752517134169,"projectUrl":"project/magnificent-magna-tiles-for-future-build/9257416/","projectTitle":"Magnificent Magna-Tiles for Future Builders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Harmon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1982646_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1549247357545","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/trisha-harmon"},{"teacherId":10179729,"projectId":9618958,"letterContent":"Dear DonorsChoose Team and Donors,\r\n\r\nI just want to thank you for making our classroom library a reality. Having a cozy, organized reading corner has been such a gift. The kids are taking real ownership and keeping books in the right bins, checking them in and out, and being able to see everything so clearly. Because of this, they're choosing books on their own and many are diving into chapter books for the very first time.\r\n\r\nThe extra touches you provided like stickers, stuffies, and colorful paper for certificates have added so much excitement. These little rewards make a big difference and help us celebrate every reading milestone.\r\n\r\nIt has been incredible to watch my students grow as readers, and it wouldn't have been possible without your generosity. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for supporting our classroom and helping my students bloom.\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nKristin Cipolla\r\n5th Grade Teacher\r\nShadowlawn Elementary","fullyFundedDate":1755528809985,"projectUrl":"project/books-in-order-minds-in-bloom/9618958/","projectTitle":"Books in Order, Minds in Bloom!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cipolla","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10179729"},{"teacherId":8291454,"projectId":9523460,"letterContent":"I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous support of my recent project. Due to your kindness, my students now have access to rewards, prizes and supplies. The impact has been immediate and inspiring to keep them motivated!!!\r\n\r\nFrom the moment we unpacked the materials, the classroom buzzed with excitement. Students who were once hesitant to engage are now eagerly participating, whether it's diving into a new book series, experimenting with hands-on learning tools, or collaborating using our new resources. These materials have not only enhanced our lessons but have also fostered a deeper love for learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our classroom and helping make learning more dynamic and joyful for my students. Your support makes a lasting difference and we are all so grateful!!","fullyFundedDate":1756396158690,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-and-necessities-to-succeed-ela/9523460/","projectTitle":"Rewards and Necessities to succeed ELA","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kuhn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8291454_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642980037530","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8291454"},{"teacherId":1021788,"projectId":9541741,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your support of the \"Seat Sacks for Storage\" project. Your contributions have made a tangible difference in our classroom providing essential organizational tools that enhance learning and foster a sense of responsibility among my students. Thanks to you, each child has their own seat sack - a simple yet transformative resource that keeps supplies at hand and our space clutter-free.\r\nNow, the Seat Sacks are in daily use, seamlessly integrated into our daily routines. Students store books, whiteboards and other materials right at their seats, making transitions between activities quicker and smoother. These Seat Sacks are contributing to our classroom in meaningful ways everyday. Thank you again for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1754923238985,"projectUrl":"project/seat-sacks-for-storage/9541741/","projectTitle":"Seat Sacks for Storage","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Singer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1021788_orig.jpg?crop=865,865,x148,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1683813198593","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1021788"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_45577","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":470,"numTeachers":40,"percentFrplEligible":94,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":10,"percentWhite":15,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":69,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":52.7,"schoolId":45577,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Shadowlawn Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Shadowlawn Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/collier-county-public-schools/shadowlawn-elementary-school/45577"}