{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Strandwood Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":7.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9889543,"projectId":10285791,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our \"Exploring Science Through Sensory Learning\" project! Our students learn best when they can see, touch, move, explore, and experience concepts in meaningful ways. The farm animal puzzle, wooden peg puzzle, kinetic sand, Theraputty, pencils, and sensory chew toys will give our students hands-on opportunities to explore the world around them while building important fine-motor, sensory, communication, and problem-solving skills.\r\n\r\nThese materials will be used throughout our classroom to make learning more interactive and accessible for every student. Students can explore textures, practice identifying and matching animals, strengthen their hands and fingers, develop grasp and pre-writing skills, and use sensory tools to help maintain regulation and focus. Your generosity is helping us turn everyday learning into opportunities for curiosity, exploration, and discovery.","fullyFundedDate":1779202043901,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-science-through-sensory-learni/10285791/","projectTitle":"Exploring Science Through Sensory Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9889543_orig.jpg?crop=1572,1572,x40,y1824&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758319521349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9889543"},{"teacherId":9889543,"projectId":10243736,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Extensive Needs elementary classroom through the \"Bins, Brights & Big Learning: Organizing Success for Every Student\" project! The clear storage bins with lids, craft trays, and Astrobrights paper will help us create an organized, accessible, and engaging learning environment for our students. Having materials sorted and easy to access allows us to spend less time searching and more time focused on learning, communication, independence, and meaningful hands-on activities.\r\n\r\nThese supplies may seem simple, but they make a big difference in our classroom. The storage bins will help keep individualized materials organized and ready to use, while the craft trays will make hands-on activities easier for students to access and participate in independently. The bright paper will also help us create visually engaging materials that capture attention and make learning activities more inviting and accessible.","fullyFundedDate":1778038758134,"projectUrl":"project/bins-brights-big-learning-organizing/10243736/","projectTitle":"Bins, Brights & Big Learning: Organizing Success for Every Student","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9889543_orig.jpg?crop=1572,1572,x40,y1824&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758319521349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9889543"},{"teacherId":10292041,"projectId":10182169,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the wonderful stools and chair covers you donated to our classroom! These thoughtful gifts have made such a meaningful difference in our learning space. The stools have allowed me to comfortably seat more students at our small-group table, where I can work closely with them and provide immediate feedback as they learn to read, write, and develop their math skills. Having this dedicated space for small-group learning has created opportunities for my students to feel supported, encouraged, and confident as they work through challenging new skills.\r\n\r\nThe chair covers have also helped our classroom stay organized and ready for learning. With books and supplies right where students can easily find them, we spend less time searching and more time learning. My students are already showing how much they value this new space. One especially heartwarming moment has been watching one of my typically very quiet students begin talking with me during small-group time and reading short sentences aloud as I speak. Seeing his confidence grow has been incredibly special. Your generosity has given my students not only wonderful classroom tools, but also more opportunities to connect, participate, and discover the joy of learning together. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where every Mighty Duck can learn, grow, and feel successful!","fullyFundedDate":1778035924159,"projectUrl":"project/stools-for-small-group-work/10182169/","projectTitle":"Stools for Small Group Work","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kratz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10292041_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759099185874","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10292041"},{"teacherId":5774897,"projectId":6881306,"letterContent":"I want to thank you for being able to provide this useful tool to my 2nd grade students. I was able to provide them a fun and engaging way to learn and practice their weekly spelling words to support all paper practice they get. \r\n\r\nPrior to having Kidsa-z, I was struggling to get them to complete their paper practice. This tool worked as a tool to motivate to finish the paper assignment so they could log into Kidsa-z to keep practicing! \r\n\r\nI want to apologize for the delay in thanking you officially. At the time that this thank you was due, we were struck by severe weather and a state of emergency was declared where we lived. I completely forgot about thanking you and apologize for the oversight.","fullyFundedDate":1668563891362,"projectUrl":"project/i-can-spell-from-a-z/6881306/","projectTitle":"I Can Spell From A-Z!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O’Connell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5774897_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y100&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1599196395392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5774897"},{"teacherId":10485383,"projectId":10221838,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing \"Rhythm and Sound: Bringing Music to Life\" to our classroom! When the giant boxes arrived, the energy in the room was electric. My students gasped as we pulled out the vibrant, colorful Boomwhackers, and while Kleenex might seem like a simple staple, having a steady supply of basic essentials means we can focus entirely on making music without missing a beat. Their faces lit up immediately, they couldn't wait to turn those bright plastic tubes into sound, and their enthusiasm hasn't faded since.\r\n\r\nWe've already put these amazing resources to work in our daily lessons. We used the new to explore ensemble playing and melody. Students worked in small groups to layer rhythmic patterns under a simple melody played on the Boomwhackers. One particularly memorable moment was watching a group of third graders who usually struggle with teamwork coordinate their timing perfectly to play a full C-major scale together. The pride on their faces when they realized they had created a complete piece of music as a team was unforgettable.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are taking these foundational rhythm and pitch skills to the next level. Our next step is to have students compose their own short rhythmic and melodic patterns using our new instruments, which they will perform for their peers in an interactive classroom showcase. Your kindness has not only provided us with tangible tools and healthy classroom essentials, but it has also ignited a genuine passion for music and collaboration in my students. Thank you for investing in our classroom and bringing music to life for us!","fullyFundedDate":1778048905993,"projectUrl":"project/rhythm-and-sound-bringing-music-to-life/10221838/","projectTitle":"Rhythm and Sound: Bringing Music to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. V","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10485383_orig.jpg?crop=432,432,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1777055341430","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10485383"},{"teacherId":10292041,"projectId":9808752,"letterContent":"I hope you are doing well, and I apologize for my delayed response. I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation and for the incredible impact it has had on our classroom.\r\nYour support has helped us in limitless ways. Every single day, your donation impacts our learning, our creativity, our fun, and our hearts. Coming to a brand-new school with very little and now having a classroom filled with essential supplies—games, coding robots, paper, project materials, and posters—has been truly life-changing for my students and for me as a teacher.\r\nBecause of your generosity, I am able to bring learning to life and turn ideas into meaningful experiences. The students show so much joy when using our coding robot, and I've included photos so you can see just how excited and engaged they are. We use our group posters daily, allowing students to collaborate, talk, and share ideas during English, math and science lessons. During ELA, we use the games regularly during stations, which allows me to work with smaller groups and tailor instruction to meet each student's individual needs.\r\nWhat you do for our classroom, our community, our state, our country, and our future truly matters. Your generosity makes a lasting difference, and I am deeply grateful for your support.\r\nThank you from the bottom of my heart.","fullyFundedDate":1760287600704,"projectUrl":"project/making-learning-fun/9808752/","projectTitle":"Making learning fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kratz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10292041_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759099185874","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10292041"},{"teacherId":9889543,"projectId":9936978,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity and belief in our students. Our upper-elementary extensive-needs special day class serves students with a wide range of developmental, physical, and communication needs, many of whom use wheelchairs, mobility supports, or AAC to communicate. Because of your support, we are now able to begin building a classroom cooking program that creates meaningful opportunities for students to take initiative, build independence, and develop genuine self-confidence through real-life skills.\r\n\r\nThe cooking supplies you helped provide—including measuring tools, mixing bowls, utensils, adaptive cutting sets, baking pans, and more—are already transforming how students engage in learning. Cooking allows students to participate in purposeful routines such as measuring, pouring, stirring, and following step-by-step directions. These tasks mirror skills they will use at home and in the community, making learning functional and empowering. For many of our students, completing even one step independently is a powerful achievement that builds pride and motivation.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support shifts cooking from an adult-led activity to a student-driven experience. Students are beginning to choose tools, participate in preparation, and take ownership of their work while building confidence at their own pace. We are currently awaiting approval to use the toaster oven, and once approved, students will experience the full process of preparing and cooking food from start to finish. Thank you for giving our students the chance to lead, make decisions, and see themselves as capable learners. Your generosity is helping them build skills—and confidence—that will last a lifetime.","fullyFundedDate":1764692953883,"projectUrl":"project/cooking-our-way-to-confidence/9936978/","projectTitle":"Cooking Our Way to Confidence!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9889543_orig.jpg?crop=1572,1572,x40,y1824&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758319521349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9889543"},{"teacherId":9889543,"projectId":9839929,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and belief in our students. In our upper elementary special education classroom, movement is a vital part of learning, regulation, and joy—especially for students with extensive needs. Because of your support, we now have safe, engaging, and accessible materials that allow every child to participate meaningfully in movement-based activities. Your kindness has helped transform our classroom into a space where physical activity is inclusive, exciting, and purposeful.\r\n\r\nThe adapted materials you helped provide—foam fliers, tennis balls, sensory throwing discs, foam balls with tails, stomp rocket refills, and ball pit balls—have opened the door to countless opportunities for growth and fun. Students are practicing throwing, catching, aiming, and coordination in ways that feel playful and achievable. Soft and tactile equipment allows students to explore movement safely while building confidence, strength, and balance. Activities like stomp-rocket launches and ball-pit play have quickly become student favorites, bringing laughter, teamwork, and high engagement to our day.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support has given our students moments of success and connection that extend far beyond physical skills. Movement helps our students regulate their emotions, improve focus, and express themselves in ways that words sometimes cannot. Because of you, every child can move, groove, and grow in an environment that celebrates effort and progress. Thank you for making inclusive movement possible and for helping our students experience the joy and confidence that come from active play.","fullyFundedDate":1760838484659,"projectUrl":"project/move-groove-and-grow-adaptive-sports/9839929/","projectTitle":"Move, Groove, and Grow: Adaptive Sports for Every Body!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9889543_orig.jpg?crop=1572,1572,x40,y1824&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758319521349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9889543"},{"teacherId":9889543,"projectId":9839840,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and belief in our students. Our upper elementary special education classroom is filled with learners with extensive needs who are eager to move, explore, and engage with the world around them. Because of your support, we were able to bring the Pumper Car into our school, and it has already sparked incredible excitement among our students. Even during setup, students were cheering, asking questions, and eagerly waiting for their turn—an immediate reminder of how meaningful your gift truly is.\r\n\r\nThe Pumper Car is more than just a piece of equipment; it is a powerful tool for growth, confidence, and independence. Its unique pumping motion encourages students to use their arms and legs together, strengthening core muscles, improving endurance, and supporting bilateral coordination. What makes it truly special is that it feels like play rather than therapy. For students who require adaptive approaches to movement, the Pumper Car provides a safe, engaging way to build physical skills while experiencing success and joy.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support has given our students access to the pure joy of movement. During adaptive P.E. and outdoor learning, the Pumper Car will help students practice turn-taking, teamwork, and self-confidence while celebrating effort and progress. Every smile, laugh, and proud moment on the Pumper Car is a direct result of your generosity. Thank you for helping our students experience freedom, fun, and fitness in a way that truly meets their individual needs.","fullyFundedDate":1764692954139,"projectUrl":"project/pump-up-the-power-moving-grooving-and/9839840/","projectTitle":"Pump Up the Power: Moving, Grooving, and Growing Strong!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9889543_orig.jpg?crop=1572,1572,x40,y1824&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758319521349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9889543"},{"teacherId":9889543,"projectId":9838193,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity and belief in our students. Our upper elementary special education classroom is filled with learners who approach each day with determination, joy, and a strong desire to participate fully in their world. Because of your support, our project \"Every Ability Can Play\" is now a reality, and our students have access to adapted sports equipment that truly meets them where they are. Your kindness ensures that physical activity in our classroom is inclusive, empowering, and focused on celebrating each child's abilities.\r\n\r\nWith the adapted equipment you helped provide, our students are experiencing movement in ways that were not previously possible. Tools like the Kicker Helper allow students with limited lower-body movement to actively participate in soccer, kickball, and bowling. The Mesh Dribble Aid gives students the chance to feel the rhythm of dribbling a basketball, while the Combo Bowling/Bocce set offers accessible, engaging play for all learners. Adapted Bowling Balls, Catch Pads, and visual hand and foot guides support coordination, communication, and confidence, helping every student experience success and progress.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support has created moments of joy, pride, and connection. Our students cheer for one another, celebrate effort, and discover that they belong in every activity. These experiences build confidence that extends far beyond physical education—into the classroom, the playground, and daily life. Thank you for helping our students see that no ability level defines their potential and that everyone deserves the chance to play, participate, and shine.","fullyFundedDate":1764692954342,"projectUrl":"project/every-ability-can-play-adapted-sports-f/9838193/","projectTitle":"Every Ability Can Play: Adapted Sports for All Stars!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9889543_orig.jpg?crop=1572,1572,x40,y1824&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758319521349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9889543"},{"teacherId":9889543,"projectId":9831000,"letterContent":"Thank you for believing in our students and supporting inclusive movement in our upper elementary extensive needs classroom. Because of your generosity, our students now have access to adapted sports equipment that allows them to move, play, and participate in ways that honor their individual strengths and abilities. Your support goes far beyond providing equipment—it sends a powerful message to our students that they are valued, capable, and worthy of joyful, meaningful experiences.\r\n\r\nWith the portable basketball hoop, mini basketballs, soccer goal, adapted sensory soccer ball, and PVC grab balls, our classroom has transformed into a welcoming \"mini gym\" where every child can participate. Students are practicing skills through activities like basketball shoot and cheer, goal kick relays, and partner passing games. These structured activities support gross motor development, communication, turn-taking, and emotional regulation, while also building confidence and social connections. Whether students are standing, sitting, or rolling into action, each child can experience success in a way that works for them.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support has created moments of pure joy—students cheering for one another, celebrating goals, and discovering that movement can be fun and empowering. Many of our students face daily challenges, but through these adapted activities, they are learning that they belong and that they are athletes in their own unique way. Thank you for helping us create inclusive opportunities that will positively impact our students' confidence, health, and sense of community long after the final whistle blows.","fullyFundedDate":1760677941710,"projectUrl":"project/game-on-adaptive-sports-for-all-stars/9831000/","projectTitle":"Game On! Adaptive Sports for All Stars!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sullivan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9889543_orig.jpg?crop=1572,1572,x40,y1824&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758319521349","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9889543"},{"teacherId":10292041,"projectId":9769580,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation to my classroom and to our school. Your support has truly made a meaningful difference—not only in my teaching, but in the growth and excitement of my students each day.\r\nYour contribution has allowed me to become a more effective and inspired educator. Because of your kindness, my students are thriving. They are reading with confidence, excelling in math and science, and approaching learning with genuine joy and curiosity. The printer you donated has been an invaluable tool, helping me create anchor charts, station rotations, and interactive learning games that strengthen their understanding. The coding bot has sparked excitement and encouraged my students to explore the world of coding—a skill they are eager to practice every chance they get.\r\nYour generosity extends far beyond my classroom. I share many of the supplies and materials with the other first-grade teachers, allowing even more students to benefit from your kindness.\r\nOne story I especially wanted to share with you: I have a student who dreams of becoming a doctor. She proudly keeps a box of bandages at her desk, ready to help anyone in need. It is a simple item, yet it is already encouraging her to believe that her dream is possible. Moments like these remind me how even the smallest tools can have a powerful impact.\r\nMy students talk about you often. I always remind them that there was a generous people who believed in them before they ever met them, people who wanted the very best for their future. They often say, \"Thank you, Mr. T, Thank you Donors Choose! I wish you could visit us in person, but I hope the photos we've sent show just how much your gift means to all of us.\r\nMr. Tilenius and fellow donors thank you not only for your donation, but for reigniting something in me as well. Your kindness has been a source of encouragement and inspiration, reminding me why I love what I do.","fullyFundedDate":1759151976632,"projectUrl":"project/color-copies/9769580/","projectTitle":"Color Copies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kratz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10292041_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759099185874","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10292041"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_4148","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":618,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":25,"percentAsian":11,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":55,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":14,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":16,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"22.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":92.3,"schoolId":4148,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Strandwood Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Strandwood Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/mount-diablo-unified-school-district/strandwood-elementary-school/4148"}