{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Stetson Hills Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":8.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2954833,"projectId":9521965,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire school community, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of books to our elementary school. Your thoughtful contribution means more than words can express. Books have a special way of opening up the world to young minds, and thanks to your support, our students now have even more opportunities to explore, imagine, and learn.\r\n\r\nFor many of our children, school is not just a place to learn facts—it's a place where they first discover the joy of reading. Your donation helps fill our classrooms and library with stories that spark curiosity, expand vocabulary, and nurture creativity. From colorful picture books that captivate our youngest learners to early chapter books that challenge and engage growing readers, every book you've given has the potential to ignite a lifelong love of reading.\r\n\r\nWe've already seen the excitement on students' faces as they dive into new titles, proudly sharing what they've read with classmates and teachers. These books are already being used for classroom read-alouds, independent reading time, and even quiet moments when a child needs a familiar story to bring comfort. Your gift is not just about books—it's about building a stronger foundation for literacy, confidence, and academic success.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and generosity. Your support reminds us that our school is surrounded by a community that believes in the power of education and the importance of nurturing young learners. We are deeply grateful for your partnership in helping our students grow, one book at a time.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1755700906438,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-stepping-stone-to-learning/9521965/","projectTitle":"Reading is Stepping Stone to Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lavoie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2954833_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547185525927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2954833"},{"teacherId":2954833,"projectId":9505727,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire school community, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donation of books to our elementary school. Your thoughtful contribution means more than words can express. Books have a special way of opening up the world to young minds, and thanks to your support, our students now have even more opportunities to explore, imagine, and learn.\r\n\r\nFor many of our children, school is not just a place to learn facts—it's a place where they first discover the joy of reading. Your donation helps fill our classrooms and library with stories that spark curiosity, expand vocabulary, and nurture creativity. From colorful picture books that captivate our youngest learners to early chapter books that challenge and engage growing readers, every book you've given has the potential to ignite a lifelong love of reading.\r\n\r\nWe've already seen the excitement on students' faces as they dive into new titles, proudly sharing what they've read with classmates and teachers. These books are already being used for classroom read-alouds, independent reading time, and even quiet moments when a child needs a familiar story to bring comfort. Your gift is not just about books—it's about building a stronger foundation for literacy, confidence, and academic success.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and generosity. Your support reminds us that our school is surrounded by a community that believes in the power of education and the importance of nurturing young learners. We are deeply grateful for your partnership in helping our students grow, one book at a time.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1755117283679,"projectUrl":"project/help-foster-joy-and-sucess-in-our-strugg/9505727/","projectTitle":"Help Foster Joy and Sucess in our Struggling Readers!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lavoie","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp2954833_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1547185525927","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2954833"},{"teacherId":1066068,"projectId":9449061,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous contributions to my Donors Choose project at Stetson Hills Elementary School. Your support will have a profound impact on our students' educational journey, in the area of STEM.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, we are now able to enhance our STEM education by giving the students a space to collaborate on our new STEM rug. When the students first saw the rug they were so excited to get to use it. By fostering an environment where students can design and build their own projects, we are cultivating creative problem-solving skills that are essential for their future success.\r\n\r\nMoreover, your donation will help us promote teamwork and communication through collaborative projects and activities. This collaborative spirit is crucial in preparing our students for careers in STEM-related fields, equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in these areas.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is truly making a difference, and we are excited to see the positive outcomes that will emerge from this project.","fullyFundedDate":1754456287077,"projectUrl":"project/stem-lab-gets-a-face-lift/9449061/","projectTitle":"Stem Lab Gets a Face Lift!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Armentrout","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1066068"},{"teacherId":1644590,"projectId":9109271,"letterContent":"I would like to thank you for your generous donations that enabled my students to have an amazing Earth Day experience. The students spent the day learning about how Earth Day started, the impact they can make by using resources wisely, and the amazing power that plants have. The students were all able to paint a clay pot and plant a succulent plant. They learned how to care for their plants and the impact that plants have on keeping our planet and all living things alive on our planet.\r\n\r\n Thank you again for making this project possible. I would not have been able to give my students this experience without your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1742083747565,"projectUrl":"project/earth-day-2025/9109271/","projectTitle":"Earth Day 2025","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dominguez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1644590_orig.jpg?crop=384,384,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1634181746156","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1644590"},{"teacherId":1742313,"projectId":9060668,"letterContent":"Thank you all so very much for your generosity and support for our classroom. We have already started to use many of the items during our daily center rotations. One of the most sought after center items are the Mag Builders. The students are able to build rockets, silly creatures and spinning vehicles with these magnetic pieces. It's wonderful to see their creativity and imaginations soar.\r\n\r\nThe students were elated to see all the different items that we received through this project. Their faces lit up when I displayed them all on the carpet for our photo. They wanted to open all of them up right then and there. \r\n\r\nI am looking forward to using some of the ELA word building centers soon. We have just finished up blends and are moving into our diagraphs. We purchased a word hunt game where they have to sift through sand to find and read the words with blends or diagraphs. I am sure it will be fun and a bit messy all at the same time. Let the learning begin! \r\n\r\nWe couldn't have done this without you!","fullyFundedDate":1737221999230,"projectUrl":"project/centers-galore/9060668/","projectTitle":"Centers Galore","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bautista","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1742313_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1647714001236","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/abautista"},{"teacherId":7556168,"projectId":8315255,"letterContent":"Supplies are essential in facilitating the engineering design process in STEM education, as they provide students with the tools needed to bring their ideas to life. Materials such as cardboard, tape, pipe cleaners, 3D printing filament, or even everyday objects allow students to prototype and test their designs, bridging the gap between theoretical concepts and practical application. These supplies enable hands-on exploration of critical engineering principles, such as structure, functionality, and efficiency. For instance, when tasked with building a bridge or designing a wind-powered vehicle, access to diverse materials encourages students to experiment with different solutions and iterate based on their results, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, supplies play a crucial role in teaching students about the importance of resource management and constraints, which are integral to real-world engineering. By working with limited materials or specific design parameters, students learn to think critically about how to optimize their designs and prioritize functionality over excess. This mirrors professional engineering challenges, where cost, availability, and sustainability are key considerations. The process of manipulating supplies also helps to build fine motor skills and spatial awareness, providing a tactile and engaging way to understand complex concepts. In STEM education, having the right supplies transforms abstract lessons into dynamic, experiential learning opportunities, empowering students to think like engineers and innovate effectively.","fullyFundedDate":1713937966234,"projectUrl":"project/engineering-design-process/8315255/","projectTitle":"Engineering Design Process","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Allen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7556168_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1713231543730","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7556168"},{"teacherId":7556168,"projectId":8600215,"letterContent":"KEVA Planks have had a transformative impact on STEM classrooms, fostering creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking among students of all ages. These uniform wooden planks are versatile tools that encourage open-ended exploration in engineering, physics, and mathematics. By allowing students to design and build structures without the need for fasteners or connectors, KEVA Planks provide an accessible way to explore principles like balance, stability, and gravity. For example, students can test the limits of structural integrity or experiment with geometric patterns, deepening their understanding of spatial reasoning and problem-solving through hands-on experience.\r\n\r\nMoreover, KEVA Planks promote collaboration and teamwork in STEM learning. In group projects, students often work together to create complex structures, learning to communicate ideas effectively and divide tasks. These activities mirror real-world engineering challenges, where iteration and teamwork are essential. Beyond engineering, KEVA Planks can be integrated into cross-disciplinary lessons, such as using them to model natural phenomena or simulate architectural designs. 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