{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sundance Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":43.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7647353,"projectId":7119940,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our classroom! Because of your kindness, our students now have a whiteboard, horse-themed learning materials, and a table that have already made a positive impact on our daily learning.\r\nThe new whiteboard has become an important part of our lessons. Students use it during whole-group instruction, to solve problems together, and to share their thinking with the class. The table has created a dedicated space where small groups can work collaboratively on hands-on activities and receive individualized support. Our horse-themed materials have been especially exciting for students who love animals, inspiring engaging reading, writing, and discussion activities.\r\nWhen the students first saw the new materials, they were thrilled! They eagerly explored everything and couldn't wait to use the new learning space. Their excitement and curiosity reminded me how meaningful these resources are in creating a classroom where students feel motivated to learn.\r\nAs we move forward, we'll continue using these resources during literacy and collaborative learning activities. Students will work together on reading and writing projects, participate in interactive lessons at the whiteboard, and use the small-group table for guided instruction and hands-on learning. Your generosity has provided opportunities that will benefit our students every day.\r\nThank you again for believing in our classroom and investing in our students' success. Your support has made a lasting difference, and we are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1680128297781,"projectUrl":"project/whiteboard-small-group-table/7119940/","projectTitle":"Whiteboard Small Group Table","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Glenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7647353_orig.png?crop=450,450,x0,y10&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606795337437","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7647353"},{"teacherId":7647353,"projectId":7101233,"letterContent":"Thank you for making our Providing Flexible Seating and School Supplies for My Students project a reality! Your generosity has created a more comfortable, welcoming, and engaging learning environment for every student in our classroom.\r\nOur students are using the flexible seating every day during independent reading, small-group instruction, and collaborative learning activities. Having choices in where they sit has helped students stay focused, work together more effectively, and feel more comfortable while learning. The school supplies have ensured that every student has the tools they need to fully participate in classroom activities without worrying about not having materials. One special moment was watching students gather around in their new seating during a partner reading activity—they were excited, engaged, and eager to share their ideas with one another.\r\nWhen the students first saw the new seating and supplies, they were full of excitement! They couldn't wait to choose their seats and begin using the new materials. Their smiles and enthusiasm showed just how much these resources meant to them, and they immediately took pride in caring for them.\r\nAs we continue through the school year, these resources will support literacy centers, STEM challenges, writing workshops, and collaborative projects. Flexible seating will continue to encourage student choice and independence, while the school supplies will help every child participate confidently in daily lessons and creative activities. Your kindness has given our students a learning environment where they can focus, collaborate, and succeed.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their future. Your generosity has made a lasting difference, and we are truly grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1675802408976,"projectUrl":"project/providing-flexible-seating-and-school-su/7101233/","projectTitle":"Providing Flexible Seating and School Supplies for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Glenn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7647353_orig.png?crop=450,450,x0,y10&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1606795337437","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7647353"},{"teacherId":6276335,"projectId":9908559,"letterContent":"I am always grateful for all the support that I receive through donors choose and the wonderful people who donate. These materials will be used on a daily basis. \r\n\r\nMany students come to school with just the minimal of supplies. These added supplies can sometimes be a burden to families with several children. Your assistance has contributed to the aid of these families. \r\n\r\nYour contribution has also help me as a teacher as well. A lot of these items would have come out of my pocket. So thank you from the bottom of my heart.","fullyFundedDate":1764049744983,"projectUrl":"project/math-supplies/9908559/","projectTitle":"Math Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schuett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6276335_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720909093215","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6276335"},{"teacherId":6276335,"projectId":9272024,"letterContent":"I am always grateful for all the support that I receive through donors choose and the wonderful people who donate. With people like you students and families also have the support they need to be successful. They are able to use the materials to the fullest in the day to day learning. \r\n\r\nMany students come to school with just the minimal of supplies. These added supplies can sometimes be a burden to families with several children. Your assistance has contributed to the aid of these families. \r\n\r\nYour contribution has also help me as a teacher as well. A lot of these items would have come out of my pocket. So thank you from the bottom of my heart.","fullyFundedDate":1746546086133,"projectUrl":"project/math-necessities/9272024/","projectTitle":"Math Necessities","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schuett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6276335_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720909093215","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6276335"},{"teacherId":6276335,"projectId":9934418,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous contributions to our class. I can honestly say that it had an impact on my student attendance. I saw the least amount of student absences due to illness drop from previous years.\r\n\r\nThe use of these items on a daily basis made it possible for students to keep unwanted germs at bay. Less absence and more learning.\r\n\r\nAll your contributions have gotten us through the winter without trying to ask families to send in supplies during the Christmas holidays as well. Thank you again.","fullyFundedDate":1764694522046,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-winter-season/9934418/","projectTitle":"Healthy Winter Season","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schuett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6276335_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720909093215","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6276335"},{"teacherId":6276335,"projectId":9663685,"letterContent":"Having the whiteboard paddles have made it easy to see if students are getting the understanding of the work. I use it as a show me after they have solved a problem. Quick and easy accountability. Students enjoy using them because of the ease of. It makes the class move a lot smoother because of the ease.\r\n\r\nHaving received these items I have seen and increase in participation and students have become more involved with the day to day aspects of learning. I have seen the change in the classroom towards a more positive and active classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1756711228755,"projectUrl":"project/success-and-accountability-in-math/9663685/","projectTitle":"Success and Accountability in Math","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schuett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6276335_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720909093215","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6276335"},{"teacherId":9125635,"projectId":9622122,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and staff at Sundance Elementary, sincere gratitude is expressed for the generous donation of headphones. This support has made a tangible difference in classrooms. It has enhanced focus, engagement, and personalized learning opportunities for students. Students can concentrate better on individual tasks by using headphones to reduce external distractions in busy learning environments. Headphones allow for more effective use of educational software, multimedia content, and language learning programs. They enable students to learn at their own pace, which is helpful for auditory learners or those needing specific accommodations. Students are more engaged in computer-based learning activities because they can fully immerse themselves in interactive programs without the distraction of others' audio, making technology centers more effective. A teacher shared that having headphones for each child during computer time has led to increased focus. This reduced the need for reminders to stay quiet because students are more involved in their individual activities. This generosity has helped provide students with essential tools for academic success.","fullyFundedDate":1757556949477,"projectUrl":"project/helping-students-hear-and-learn/9622122/","projectTitle":"Helping Students Hear and Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Jessica","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9125635"},{"teacherId":6276335,"projectId":9483502,"letterContent":"I am always grateful for all the support that I receive through donors choose and the wonderful people who donate. With people like you students and families also have the support they need to be successful. They are able to use the materials to the fullest in the day to day learning. \r\n\r\nMany students come to school with just the minimal of supplies. These added supplies can sometimes be a burden to families with several children. 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