{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Kearns Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9636021,"projectId":9920319,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, \"Art That Shines: Watercolors and Supplies for Creative Minds.\" Because of your generosity, our students now have access to beautiful watercolor paints and art supplies that allow their creativity to truly shine.\r\nWith these new materials, students are exploring color blending, shading, texture, and artistic expression in ways that were not possible before. Watercolor painting has encouraged them to slow down, observe carefully, and experiment with techniques. They are learning that art is not just about making something pretty — it is about expressing ideas, emotions, and imagination.\r\nThese supplies have brought excitement and confidence into our classroom. Students who may struggle in other academic areas often discover that they shine during art time. Creating artwork helps build fine motor skills, focus, perseverance, and pride in their work. It also provides a calming and joyful outlet during busy school days.\r\nBecause of your support, I am able to incorporate more hands-on creative projects that connect art with reading, science, and social studies. Our classroom walls are now filled with colorful masterpieces that reflect each student's unique voice and creativity.\r\nThank you for investing in our students and reminding them that their ideas matter. Your generosity is helping nurture confident, creative thinkers every day.","fullyFundedDate":1766861504620,"projectUrl":"project/art-that-shines-watercolors-and-supplie/9920319/","projectTitle":"Art That Shines: Watercolors and Supplies for Creative Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9636021"},{"teacherId":9636021,"projectId":9920346,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our project, \"A Butterfly Garden in Our Classroom.\" Because of your generosity, our classroom has transformed into a place of wonder, discovery, and hands-on learning.\r\nWith the books about butterflies and caterpillars, students were able to learn about life cycles, metamorphosis, habitats, and the important role butterflies play in nature. Reading about the stages of growth while observing real caterpillars made the learning meaningful and unforgettable. Watching the live caterpillars grow, form chrysalides, and eventually emerge as butterflies was an incredible experience. Students were amazed to see science happening right before their eyes!\r\nThe butterfly punch cutters, butterfly puzzle, and butterfly scratch art paper allowes students to express their learning creatively. They practiced fine motor skills, problem-solving, and artistic expression while reinforcing vocabulary and science concepts. The excitement in the room when the butterflies emerged was truly magical.\r\nThis project helped students understand that science is not just something we read about — it is something we can observe and experience. It sparked curiosity, thoughtful questions, and a deeper appreciation for nature.\r\nThank you for helping us grow scientists, readers, and creative thinkers. Your support brought transformation — both for our butterflies and our students.","fullyFundedDate":1764736222552,"projectUrl":"project/a-butterfly-garden-in-our-classroom/9920346/","projectTitle":"A Butterfly Garden in Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9636021"},{"teacherId":9636021,"projectId":9788620,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for your generous support of our project, \"Paper Power: Support Student Learning and Creativity.\" Because of you, our classroom now has the printer paper and colorful multipurpose paper we need to bring learning to life every single day.\r\nPaper may seem simple, but in our classroom it is powerful. Your donation allows students to print final drafts of their essays, complete math practice pages, create science reports, design projects, and express their creativity through colorful presentations. The multipurpose colored paper has already made anchor charts brighter, group projects more organized, and student work more exciting and engaging.\r\nAccess to these materials helps ensure that every student has what they need to succeed. Instead of worrying about supplies, we can focus on learning, creating, and growing together. Students feel proud when they see their polished work printed and displayed. They feel inspired when they can use color to organize their thinking or make a project stand out.\r\nMost importantly, your generosity shows our students that people care about their education. Knowing that others believe in them motivates them to work harder and aim higher.\r\nOn behalf of our entire class, thank you for investing in our students and making a real difference in their learning experience. Your kindness and support truly power our classroom every day!","fullyFundedDate":1763346489057,"projectUrl":"project/paper-power-supporting-student-learning/9788620/","projectTitle":"Paper Power: Supporting Student Learning and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9636021"},{"teacherId":9636021,"projectId":9495100,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Creating a Calming Corner for Emotional Wellness. Because of your generosity, my students now have a safe, welcoming space where they can pause, breathe, and reset when emotions feel overwhelming. The sensory fidget toys, expandable breathing balls, and play-doh help students calm their bodies, while the timer teaches them how to manage emotions responsibly and return to learning ready to succeed.\r\nThe conversation cards encourage reflection and communication, helping students express feelings in healthy ways, and the calming corner posters provide gentle reminders of coping strategies. Your support is making a lasting impact on our classroom by promoting emotional wellness, focus, and self-regulation. Thank you for caring about our students' well-being and helping them grow both academically and emotionally.","fullyFundedDate":1763660923433,"projectUrl":"project/creating-a-calming-corner-for-emotional/9495100/","projectTitle":"Creating a Calming Corner for Emotional Wellness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9636021"},{"teacherId":8279936,"projectId":9672372,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our classroom. Your donation of the snacks, five within dice will be a fan favorite! Also, who doesn't like a good ole' game of break the ice? \r\nThe scrabble game will help my students to practice a their skills with spelling those tricky word while having fun!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for the liquid bubble sensory item. My students with sensory needs will be a great asset to my classroom! \r\n\r\nYou've given so much and I appreciate your donation to our classroom and to my students","fullyFundedDate":1767011482964,"projectUrl":"project/games-for-friends/9672372/","projectTitle":"Games for Friends","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. A","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8279936_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1660522517602","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/kristi-alarcon"},{"teacherId":9636021,"projectId":9817285,"letterContent":"The project Basic Tools for Big Learning had an immediate and meaningful impact on my students' daily learning. With copy paper and pre-sharpened pencils, students are always be ready to write, solve problems, and show their thinking without interruption. Dry erase markers support hands-on practice, small-group instruction, and quick checks for understanding, helping students stay engaged and confident.\r\nCrayola dough gave students a creative, hands-on way to strengthen fine motor skills, model math and spelling concepts, and reduce stress during learning breaks. Band-aids may seem small, but they helped my students feel safe and cared for, allowing them to quickly return to learning after minor accidents. Together, these basic tools remove barriers, support independence, and create a classroom environment where every student can focus on learning and growing every day.\r\nThank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1763615486021,"projectUrl":"project/basic-tools-for-big-learning/9817285/","projectTitle":"Basic Tools for Big Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Clark","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9636021"},{"teacherId":8277253,"projectId":9910506,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the positive impact that painting has had in our 5th-grade classroom.\r\n\r\nArt activities such as painting are much more than creative outlets—they are powerful learning tools. When students use paint markers and engage in painting projects, they strengthen fine motor skills, practice focus and patience, and develop confidence in their ideas. \r\n\r\nOverall, painting and paint markers enrich our curriculum in science, ELA, math, and art by supporting creativity, academic growth, and emotional well-being.","fullyFundedDate":1763905562616,"projectUrl":"project/fifth-grade-wants-to-create-with-paint/9910506/","projectTitle":"Fifth Grade Wants to Create With Paint","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. George","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8277253_orig.jpg?crop=559,559,x0,y57&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642540524304","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8277253"},{"teacherId":8277253,"projectId":9840365,"letterContent":"Chair pockets for storage have had an immediate and meaningful impact on my 5th-grade classroom by helping students stay organized and focused. With limited desk space, students often struggle to manage materials such as notebooks, folders, and reading books. Chair pockets give each student a designated, easily accessible place to store their supplies, reducing clutter and minimizing time lost searching for materials. This added organization supports smoother transitions, increases student independence, and helps create a calmer, more productive learning environment.\r\n\r\nIn addition, \"Choose Your Own Adventure\" books have greatly enhanced student engagement and motivation in reading. These interactive texts empower students to make choices that influence the story's outcome, turning reading into an active and exciting experience. For many learners—especially reluctant readers—this format builds confidence, encourages sustained reading, and fosters a genuine love of books. Students are more invested when they feel ownership over their reading choices, which directly supports comprehension and critical thinking skills.\r\n\r\nTogether, chair pockets and \"Choose Your Own Adventure\" books have supported both the physical and academic needs of my students. An organized classroom paired with engaging, student-centered reading materials creates an environment where learners feel prepared, motivated, and excited to participate.","fullyFundedDate":1763615484584,"projectUrl":"project/organization-with-chair-pockets-and-our/9840365/","projectTitle":"Organization With Chair Pockets and Our Adventure Awaits!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. George","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8277253_orig.jpg?crop=559,559,x0,y57&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1642540524304","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8277253"},{"teacherId":2540728,"projectId":9503755,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation of new headphones for our 2nd grade classroom. Your kindness has already made a meaningful difference in our daily learning, and we are truly grateful for your support.\r\nStudents can listen clearly and comfortably during learning activities. This has helped create a calmer, more focused classroom environment where children are better able to concentrate on their tasks. Students are more confident when working independently, especially during reading time. They can listen to stories, phonics lessons, and directions without interruption, allowing them to fully understand and enjoy what they are learning.","fullyFundedDate":1756232804402,"projectUrl":"project/can-you-hear-me-now-good/9503755/","projectTitle":"Can You Hear Me Now? Good!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. O'Brien Dahlberg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2540728_orig.jpg?crop=560,560,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1571362258093","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsdahlberg2grade"},{"teacherId":9373576,"projectId":9693216,"letterContent":"My students are enjoying the building and STEM kits that your donations provided. We have had a handful of indoor recesses, and most of my students decided to play with the kits instead of using their Chromebooks. My students are learning to share and to get along with peers they don't normally hang out with. \r\n\r\nIt is amazing to see the things students build! I've also noticed that they are working together to problem-solve when their first idea doesn't work. The impact your donations have had on my class has been amazing, and for that, I am truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1757516931942,"projectUrl":"project/no-computers-no-problem/9693216/","projectTitle":"No Computers? No Problem!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9373576_orig.jpg?crop=2411,2411,x0,y200&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753491510467","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-alice-5thgrade"},{"teacherId":9373576,"projectId":9399061,"letterContent":"My class and I appreciate your generosity. Having computer mice for every student makes navigating through the Minecraft world a breeze. My students enjoy using this resource to practice math, especially finding the volume and area of the different structures they build. \r\n\r\nThe project also made computer time more accessible for students who struggle using the Chromebook's mousepad. The computer mice are being used in my classroom daily as students complete math, science, and ELA assignments. Thank you again for your donation.","fullyFundedDate":1750615496160,"projectUrl":"project/minecraft-mathematicians/9399061/","projectTitle":"Minecraft Mathematicians","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9373576_orig.jpg?crop=2411,2411,x0,y200&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753491510467","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-alice-5thgrade"},{"teacherId":9373576,"projectId":9370518,"letterContent":"Thank you again for donating to our classroom. Thanks to your generosity, my students have had the opportunity to complete art projects related to the curriculum. They used the markers to create posters about animal habitats (this accompanied their animal research activity). They also created zentangles at the beginning of the year to share about themselves using markers and watercolors. They also used acrylic paint during science to show water distribution on Earth.\r\n\r\nThis was done in just a few weeks of school, so I'm excited to continue planning art projects that will engage my students. We are grateful for the opportunity to have access to these materials in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1748992736914,"projectUrl":"project/keep-the-visual-arts-alive/9370518/","projectTitle":"Keep the Visual Arts Alive!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alice","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9373576_orig.jpg?crop=2411,2411,x0,y200&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1753491510467","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-alice-5thgrade"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_33161","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":507,"numTeachers":null,"percentFrplEligible":72,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":1,"percentWhite":60,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":29,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":null,"demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":62.5,"schoolId":33161,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about West Kearns Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"West Kearns Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/utah/granite-school-district/west-kearns-elementary-school/33161"}