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I use it as a reward at times. \r\n Again, thank you so very much for believing in my students and helping to get this project funded!","fullyFundedDate":1760701437555,"projectUrl":"project/essentials-for-my-stars/9721287/","projectTitle":"Essentials for My Stars!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Slevin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3071851_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1506649298915","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-slevin"},{"teacherId":10216337,"projectId":9640921,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting me as a first year school psychologist. Your generosity has made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and in my ability to serve them effectively during this important first year.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, I've been able to create a welcoming, well-equipped space where students feel safe, seen, and supported. 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They were so excited to see these little rockers and adjustable floor seats! Every time we have \"read to self\" or \"Drop Everything And Read\" time, they quickly grab one of these new seats and some books, and stay focused on their reading the entire time. They use them when they are writing in their journals as well. They love them so much that they ask if they can stay on them for longer. My students absolutely love choosing these new flexible seating options when they are working at various locations around the room! 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We are extremely grateful for you and your generosity! \r\n\r\nThank you so very much!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Knudsen","fullyFundedDate":1754655943129,"projectUrl":"project/happy-new-school-year/9540576/","projectTitle":"Happy New (School) Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Knudsen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7721621"},{"teacherId":10113646,"projectId":9540951,"letterContent":"On behalf of our third-grade class, I want to thank you for your generous donation of of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid Books! Your support has made a great difference in our classroom and in the lives of my students.\r\n\r\nThanks to your donation, our classroom library has grown into a fun and inviting place where students are excited to read every day. The books you provided have not only helped improve their reading skills, but also sparked a deeper love for reading. 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The new seating and classroom materials have transformed our reading time—students are more engaged, eager to pick up books, and motivated to share what they're learning.\r\n\r\nWhat once felt like a routine assignment is now something my class looks forward to each day. Students often ask if they can sit in the new space during independent reading and even choose to bring their books there during free time. This has sparked more conversations about books, encouraged reluctant readers, and created a true sense of community in our classroom library.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has made a visible difference—not just in the physical classroom environment, but in how my students view reading and learning. 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As PE teachers, this new equipment provides us with the tools and resources we need to deliver the best instruction possible. Together, students and teachers can reach their highest potential. \r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and commitment to our program's success. Thank you for investing in our students' growth and well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1757892926738,"projectUrl":"project/tech-aspect-needed-for-outdoor-pe-pavili/9533948/","projectTitle":"Tech Aspect Needed for Outdoor Pe Pavilion.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Santangelo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111396"},{"teacherId":3071851,"projectId":9529290,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for graciously giving to support my students and their learning. \r\nThey absolutely LOVE the gong. 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About this school
Vineyards Elementary School is
a suburban public school
in Naples, Florida that is part of Collier County Public Schools.
It serves 800 students
in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 13.1:1.
Its teachers have had 40 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
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of students receive free or reduced price lunch
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38%
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.
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Last updated Dec 5, 2025
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Vineyards Elementary School
$16,185
raised using DonorsChoose
40
projects
funded
30
teachers
funded
73
donors
3
projects
for
basic supplies
6
projects for
technology
9
projects for
books
1
project
for
art supplies
Vineyards Elementary School has received support from
52 individuals from Florida and
21 individuals out-of-state.