{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sunset Lakes Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":15.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9221615,"projectId":9638043,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your incredible generosity and support of our Green Thumbs Club. Because of your kindness, what began as a simple idea has blossomed into a real, hands-on garden where students can learn, explore, and grow. The resources you donated gave us the tools we needed to get started—soil, seeds, gardening supplies, and materials that transformed an empty space into a living classroom full of possibility.\r\n\r\nYour donation has had an immediate and meaningful impact on our garden and our students. They now have the opportunity to plant, water, observe, and care for living things, building responsibility, patience, and a deeper connection to nature. For many of them, this is their first experience growing something from seed to plant, and the excitement and pride they feel is truly inspiring. The garden has already become a place of curiosity, teamwork, and joy.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, Green Thumbs Club is no longer just a vision—it is a thriving space where learning happens every day. Your support has helped lay the foundation for a program that will continue to grow and positively influence students for years to come. Thank you for believing in our students and investing in their learning. We are so grateful for your generosity and the lasting difference you have made.","fullyFundedDate":1757507451831,"projectUrl":"project/green-thumbs/9638043/","projectTitle":"Green Thumbs","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9221615_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1693052753086","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9221615"},{"teacherId":2976902,"projectId":9670257,"letterContent":"We are thrilled to share that our students are truly enjoying their special books and exploring new possibilities with Wall-E, our 3D printer. These experiences have sparked creativity, curiosity, and excitement in ways that will leave a lasting impact on their learning journey.\r\nNone of this would have been possible without your generosity. Your support helped us bring this project to life, providing resources that empower our students to dream bigger and learn in innovative ways.\r\nThank you for believing in our mission and for investing in the future of our students. Your kindness is making a real difference, and we are deeply grateful for your commitment to education.","fullyFundedDate":1757552863147,"projectUrl":"project/read-design-inspire-a-3d-maker-space/9670257/","projectTitle":"Read, Design, Inspire: A 3D Maker Space for Every Learner","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. English (Media Center Teacher)","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2976902_orig.png?crop=303,303,x84,y21&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664376074227","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/f-english"},{"teacherId":10264439,"projectId":9718432,"letterContent":"Our book club very much appreciates your investment into these students. They will have access to such strong, thoughtful and interesting characters. Maybe these books will serve as a window into the lives of others, or perhaps the books will be more like a mirror that allows students to see themselves more clearly. The worlds within books are now more accessible to these students because of your generosity. I hope you feel our appreciation! I promise to do my part to care for these books and teach my students to do the same. \r\n\r\nThank you for allowing them to gain the experience of reading a book with peers and then discussing what they read, in order to form deep connections with text. Our book club's goal is to support and challenge students to think deeply about quality literature! Thank you for getting us closer to our ultimate goal!","fullyFundedDate":1758838278988,"projectUrl":"project/literature-for-sle-book-club/9718432/","projectTitle":"Literature for SLE Book Club","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Francois","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10264439_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758846940475","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10264439"},{"teacherId":2013281,"projectId":9468808,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! The resources you helped provide have already brought so much joy and excitement into our classroom.\r\n\r\nThe first time my students saw the new fine motor tools, games, and sensory materials, their faces lit up with curiosity and delight. One of my students immediately began exploring a puzzle, proudly announcing, \"I did it all by myself!\" That sense of accomplishment is exactly what I hoped for, those magical \"ah-ha\" moments when learning clicks and confidence shines.\r\n\r\nWe are using the manipulatives to build stronger hand muscles for writing, while the sorting and matching games have quickly become class favorites for practicing critical thinking and early math skills. The sensory tools have been especially helpful for students who need calming strategies, giving them a way to self-regulate so they can focus and learn alongside their peers.\r\n\r\nWhat's next for us? We'll be using these materials to support an upcoming unit on shapes, numbers, and patterns. The hands-on activities will give every child, no matter their learning style, the chance to explore, problem-solve, and discover in a fun, engaging way.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is not just a place to learn. It's a place where curiosity is celebrated, confidence is nurtured, and children are empowered to shine. I am deeply grateful for your generosity and for believing in my students. Together, we are creating a strong foundation for lifelong learning.\r\n\r\nWith heartfelt thanks!","fullyFundedDate":1755692708912,"projectUrl":"project/make-learning-fun/9468808/","projectTitle":"Make Learning Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Friedman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2013281_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723405535377","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2013281"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_72347","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":657,"numTeachers":59,"percentFrplEligible":32,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":22,"percentWhite":17,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":46,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":85.0,"schoolId":72347,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sunset Lakes Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sunset Lakes Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/broward-county-public-schools/sunset-lakes-elementary-school/72347"}
Join the 107 supporters who believe in this school.
About this school
Sunset Lakes Elementary School is
a suburban public school
in Miramar, Florida that is part of Broward County Public Schools.
It serves 657 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 11.1:1.
Its teachers have had 16 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Share and help support Sunset Lakes Elementary School
Boost support for this school! Share this page with friends, family, alumni, and fellow supporters. Every connection helps teachers get the supplies they need and shows how much your community cares about its students.
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for public school teachers.
Every donation funds real needs — pencils, books, lab equipment, art supplies, and more — helping students learn and thrive. We ship supplies directly to the school, and you'll see exactly where each dollar goes.
of students receive free or reduced price lunch
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
Source: the National Center for Education Statistics
78%
of students are Black, Latino, Native
American, or Asian
Data about school demographics comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. The numbers in this chart may not add up to 100% because of limitations in the available data.
Sunset Lakes Elementary School Support on DonorsChoose
Last updated Jan 16, 2026
DonorsChoose makes it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students
in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education.
Sunset Lakes Elementary School
$8,658
raised using DonorsChoose
16
projects
funded
9
teachers
funded
107
donors
4
projects for
technology
3
projects for
books
Sunset Lakes Elementary School has received support from
91 individuals from Florida and
16 individuals out-of-state.
