{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Silver Crest Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":28.1,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8308296,"projectId":9610851,"letterContent":"I am thrilled to share an update on the items we've been able to purchase thanks to your incredible generosity. Our classroom has undergone a wonderful transformation, and the students are absolutely loving the new additions!\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we now have:\r\n\r\nFlexible Seating & Organization: The new floor chairs have created a cozy reading nook, and the rolling cart is keeping our supplies organized and mobile.\r\n\r\nEssential Tools: Our new dry-erase board, markers, and timers are helping students stay on task and visualize their learning during small group lessons.\r\n\r\nActive Play & Literacy: The outside play balls have made recess much more engaging, and our library has grown with the addition of several new books.\r\n\r\nThese aren't just \"things\"—they are tools that help my students feel comfortable, organized, and excited to learn every day. Thank you for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1760714007728,"projectUrl":"project/new-start-in-third-grade/9610851/","projectTitle":"New Start in Third Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arnold","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8308296_orig.png?crop=492,492,x33,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747419003220","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8308296"},{"teacherId":8308296,"projectId":9470493,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation toward our Teachers Pay Teachers gift card. Because of your support, our classroom is now buzzing with new energy and resources.\r\n\r\nYour contribution specifically helped us acquire:\r\n\r\nUpdated Readers Theater scripts: These have already boosted our students' reading fluency and confidence.\r\n\r\nComprehensive Math Reviews: These provide vital practice to help students master difficult concepts.\r\n\r\nCollaborative Projects: These resources are fostering teamwork and critical thinking during our group sessions.\r\n\r\nHaving these high-quality, teacher-created materials makes a world of difference in my ability to meet each student's unique needs. Thank you for investing in our classroom and our students' futures.","fullyFundedDate":1762266321175,"projectUrl":"project/teachers-pay-teachers/9470493/","projectTitle":"Teachers Pay Teachers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Arnold","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8308296_orig.png?crop=492,492,x33,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747419003220","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8308296"},{"teacherId":9126236,"projectId":9585477,"letterContent":"My students were so excited when they helped me unbox the items from this donation! They were especially excited for the paint sticks, stuffed animals, and playdough letter stamps. \r\n\r\nWe use our playdough stamps to spell heart words. There has been a lot of engagement and interest, which is so exciting to see. We are hoping to build to writing sentences. \r\n\r\nMy students used the paint sticks for an art project they did for Christmas. We are going to use them as part of centers to increase their interest in writing and illustrating. \r\n\r\nThey also adore the readers. They are high interest. They use the letter boards during small group.","fullyFundedDate":1760721134796,"projectUrl":"project/from-crayons-to-confidence/9585477/","projectTitle":"From Crayons to Confidence","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Cozad","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9126236_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755097394145","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9126236"},{"teacherId":6232822,"projectId":9609578,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! Your donation provided our class with flexible floor cushions, a variety of fidget and sensory toys, weighted stuffed animals, headphones, engaging books, and fun stickers. These items have transformed our classroom into a more welcoming, comfortable, and inclusive space where every child feels supported.\r\n\r\nThe floor cushions and weighted animals have helped students self-regulate and focus during lessons, while the fidget toys and sensory items give them healthy outlets for their energy and anxiety. The headphones allow for quiet, individualized learning, and the books you funded have sparked meaningful discussions about kindness, compromise, and celebration. The stickers and prize box rewards motivate students to participate and try their best each day. We are truly grateful for your support, which has made a daily difference in our classroom community.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and helping us create a positive, joyful learning environment!","fullyFundedDate":1755741638467,"projectUrl":"project/new-books-flex-seating-prizes/9609578/","projectTitle":"New Books, Flex Seating, & Prizes!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DeMarco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6232822_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x463,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597858383588","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6232822"},{"teacherId":6746643,"projectId":9598328,"letterContent":"The arrival of our new resources was a moment of pure magic in our classroom. When the students first saw the boxes of fidgets, stress toys, and the colorful tents, the room was filled with audible gasps! \r\nMy 28 students come from diverse backgrounds and carry different levels of daily stress; seeing these items made them feel truly seen and supported. They immediately gravitated toward the calming tools, and there was a shift in the energy of the room—from frantic to focused.\r\nThe tents will be used at the end of the year for a campout experience. This will entail research, writing, mathematics and so many other curriculum based activities. The students will escape anxiety because of the tent setting environment. The stress toys and fidgets will continue to be used during the entire year and future years.\r\nThank you for all of the support and generosity. Thank you for making our classroom a place where my students don't just learn, but truly thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1755736599134,"projectUrl":"project/goodbye-anxiety/9598328/","projectTitle":"Goodbye Anxiety","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fairbanks","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6746643_orig.png?crop=479,479,x0,y7&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628969624164","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6746643"},{"teacherId":6840813,"projectId":9603965,"letterContent":"Throughout the year, with these books, students are learning lots of skills. We practice asking questions about what we're reading with each book, finding facts or determining the story elements depending on the genre of text, and finding evidence to answer a question about the text. When each child has their own book, doing these activities makes it easier for them!\r\n\r\nWe read a lot in our classroom. It is important for students' eyes to be in text throughout the day. This way they can start to recognize patterns within words AND within sentence structure to help them become more fluent, automatic readers. Once they start becoming more automatic in their ability to read words, comprehension starts to take more of a precedence, which is what we're working on with these books.","fullyFundedDate":1760737149919,"projectUrl":"project/reading-for-wisdom/9603965/","projectTitle":"Reading for Wisdom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Curtis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6840813_orig.jpg?crop=1612,1612,x551,y685&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1569728923627","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6840813"},{"teacherId":3722214,"projectId":9537495,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contributions to our classroom. Because of your support, we were able to receive Scholastic Let's Find Out and Scholastic Science magazines, along with markers, chalk, and community helper puppets. These resources have already made a remarkable difference in our students' learning.\r\n\r\nOur class has loved exploring topics like Veterans Day, the different branches of the armed forces, and the science behind cranberries, pumpkins, and other seasonal favorites. The magazines and materials have brought these subjects to life - sparking curiosity, encouraging hands on exploration, and making learning truly engaging.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped create meaningful, memorable experiences that our students will carry with them. We could not have the same impact without caring donors like you who believe in the power of education. Thank you for making our classroom a brighter, more exciting place to learn. We love and appreciate your heartfelt impact on supporting us this school year! Thank you! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1755716178723,"projectUrl":"project/enhancing-our-learning-in-kindergarten/9537495/","projectTitle":"Enhancing Our Learning in Kindergarten!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Melissa Carling","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3722214_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504242887221","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/melissa-moody"},{"teacherId":3388717,"projectId":9491914,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your help in funding this project. Your donation is greatly appreciated by myself and my students. With your generous contribution, I am able to buy some much needed supplies and curriculum. You are making a difference in my classroom. The students are extremely excited to read the books that were purchased for the classroom. These fractured fairytale books bring a different view and perspective of the stories my 2nd graders have heard before. \r\nAlso, the headphones and basic everyday supplies will help keep my classroom running smoothly.","fullyFundedDate":1757532694488,"projectUrl":"project/needed-classroom-books-and-supplies-to-r/9491914/","projectTitle":"Needed Classroom Books and Supplies to Restock a Depleted Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Smith","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3388717_orig.jpg?crop=626,626,x259,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1551816330649","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3388717"},{"teacherId":9544330,"projectId":9549654,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of our classroom! Because of you, we now have an Epson EcoTank color printer that is truly transforming the way my kindergarteners learn.\r\n\r\nWith this printer, I can create vibrant, engaging materials that capture students' attention and make learning more accessible. From colorful worksheets and story prompts to eye-catching classroom displays and anchor charts, our lessons are now brighter and more interactive. The ability to print personalized packets also helps me better meet the individual needs of each learner, supporting both small-group and independent work.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, your support allows me to send home high-quality resources that help families stay involved in their children's learning. The EcoTank's refillable ink system is helping us save money and reduce waste, making this a sustainable solution for our classroom.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a real difference in my students' daily experiences. Your kindness is helping us learn, grow, and thrive—one colorful page at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1757549791129,"projectUrl":"project/colorful-learning-bringing-print-to-lif/9549654/","projectTitle":"Colorful Learning: Bringing Print to Life in Kindergarten","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Montoya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9544330"},{"teacherId":9544330,"projectId":9440420,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our kindergarten classroom! Your generosity means the world to us.\r\n\r\nBecause of your gift, my students will have access to comfortable, child-sized headsets and a classroom subscription to Scholastic's Let's Find Out magazine. These resources will help us build foundational skills in reading, math, science, and social studies. With their new headsets, students can focus deeply on digital learning activities, building confidence as they listen, learn, and grow at their own pace. The colorful magazines will spark curiosity with real-world topics, encouraging discussion and learning both at school and at home.\r\n\r\nYour support is helping to create a joyful, focused classroom where every child can participate fully and discover the excitement of learning. Thank you for investing in our students' futures and helping us make every day in kindergarten meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1755690061181,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-kindergarten-learners-headse/9440420/","projectTitle":"Empowering Kindergarten Learners: Headsets & \"Let’s Find Out\" Magazines","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Montoya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9544330"},{"teacherId":6218854,"projectId":9595017,"letterContent":"My students have loved having these new materials in the classroom! The new books have added some fun things to read, and I still can't keep the Harry Potter books on my shelf! Students also love the bands on their chairs as it gives them something to distract them when they are feeling the need to move or fidget. It can be a little loud at times, but overall has been really good for my kids! That goes for the stress toys that were purchased as well! They love to be able to fidget with things, just as much as adults do! \r\n\r\nI really appreciate all those that donated to this project! It has made my class feel more calm and ready for each day! I love that I am able to turn on all my lamps with ease and create a calm atmosphere in my classroom. Again, thank you so much to those who donated, it is a great help to me and my students!","fullyFundedDate":1755735104623,"projectUrl":"project/a-passion-for-reading-and-more/9595017/","projectTitle":"A Passion for Reading and More!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Western","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6218854_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1565134516395","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6218854"},{"teacherId":1062889,"projectId":9548616,"letterContent":"Let's Find Out Magazine has been a wonderful addition to our classroom, thanks to your generous support. This digital resource has made learning more interactive and accessible for all our students. With engaging videos, audio features, and interactive activities, the technology allows students to read at their own pace, listen to stories, and participate in lessons whether they are in the classroom or at home. This has been especially helpful for students who are developing their reading skills or who need extra support with comprehension.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting aspect for our students is the colorful pictures and fun content. They love being able to look through magazines, watch short educational videos, and complete the fun games and quizzes on the back that reinforce what they've learned. This hands-on approach keeps them motivated and makes learning feel like an adventure. For many of our students, the ability to revisit stories or listen to them more than once has boosted their confidence and independence.\r\n\r\nI've noticed that some of our reluctant readers have especially warmed to this new technology. One student who previously struggled to engage with traditional books now looks forward to our Let's Find Out time each week. The colorful magazines and features have given her a sense of ownership over her learning, and she is eager to share what she's learned with her classmates. Your support has truly made a difference in our classroom, opening up new ways for all students to learn and grow.","fullyFundedDate":1760716889347,"projectUrl":"project/lets-find-out/9548616/","projectTitle":"Let's Find Out!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Schmidt","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp1062889_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1476654702477","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/leann-schmidt"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_97703","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":879,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":25,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":65,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":22,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":71.9,"schoolId":97703,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Silver Crest Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Silver Crest Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/utah/jordan-school-district/silver-crest-elementary-school/97703"}