{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Pensacola Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":37.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10040805,"projectId":9873469,"letterContent":"The donated snacks have had a powerful and meaningful impact on students, supporting not only their physical needs but also their ability to fully engage in learning throughout the day. For many students, these snacks provide an essential source of energy that helps them stay focused, alert, and ready to participate in classroom activities.\r\n\r\nStudents often come to school hungry or become hungry as the day goes on, which can make it difficult to concentrate, manage emotions, or stay motivated. Having access to snacks ensures that students are able to meet their basic needs so they can focus on learning. With this support in place, students are more attentive during lessons, more willing to participate, and better able to complete their work.\r\n\r\nThe availability of snacks has also created a more positive and supportive classroom environment. Students feel cared for and valued when their needs are recognized and met. This sense of security helps build trust and allows students to feel more comfortable in the classroom. As a result, they are more likely to take academic risks, ask questions, and engage with their peers.","fullyFundedDate":1771031392652,"projectUrl":"project/smart-snacks-for-bright-minds/9873469/","projectTitle":"Smart Snacks for Bright Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wheat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10040805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1766438285039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10040805"},{"teacherId":10040805,"projectId":9874926,"letterContent":"Our new classroom headphones have made a significant and meaningful impact on students, transforming the way they engage with learning each day. From the moment students began using them, it became clear how much this simple resource supports focus, independence, and confidence in the classroom.\r\n\r\nStudents now have the ability to fully immerse themselves in digital learning activities without the distractions of surrounding noise. Whether they are listening to reading passages, completing phonics activities, or engaging in interactive math programs, the headphones allow them to hear clearly and stay focused on the task at hand. This has been especially important for students who are easily distracted, as it provides them with a sense of control over their learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe headphones have also helped students build independence. Instead of relying on constant teacher guidance, they are able to follow along with instructions, videos, and lessons at their own pace. This allows students to take ownership of their learning and develop confidence in their ability to complete tasks on their own. Many students take pride in putting on their headphones and getting started right away, showing a strong sense of responsibility and readiness to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1771031392233,"projectUrl":"project/tune-in-and-learn/9874926/","projectTitle":"Tune In and Learn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wheat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10040805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1766438285039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10040805"},{"teacherId":10040805,"projectId":9874896,"letterContent":"Our new classroom carpet has quickly become one of the most meaningful and well-loved spaces in our room, and the impact on students has been incredible. From the moment it was introduced, students were naturally drawn to it as a place where they could come together, feel comfortable, and fully engage in their learning. It has truly transformed the way students interact with both the classroom environment and each other.\r\n\r\nEach day, the carpet serves as a central gathering place where students begin their morning. Instead of starting the day at desks, they come together as a community, sitting side by side, ready to listen, share, and connect. This has helped build a stronger sense of belonging, as every student has a place where they feel included and valued. Morning meetings, read-alouds, and class discussions have become more engaging because students are physically closer, making it easier for them to participate and stay focused.\r\n\r\nThe carpet has also created new opportunities for collaborative learning. Students work together in pairs or small groups, spreading out comfortably while still staying engaged with the lesson. This flexible seating option allows them to move, adjust, and learn in ways that meet their individual needs. For many students, especially those who struggle with sitting still at a desk for long periods, the carpet provides a much-needed alternative that helps them stay focused and successful.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the carpet has become a space where students feel safe to take academic risks. Whether they are answering questions, sharing ideas, or practicing new skills, the relaxed and welcoming environment encourages them to try without fear of making mistakes. This has led to increased participation and confidence, especially among students who may have been more hesitant before.\r\n\r\nThe carpet is also used during independent reading time, where students can choose a comfortable spot to enjoy their books. This has made reading feel more enjoyable and less like a task, helping to foster a love of literacy. Students often look forward to this time, and it has become a calm and positive part of our daily routine.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, the carpet plays an important role in supporting students' social and emotional growth. It is a place where they learn to respect personal space, practice good listening skills, and build relationships with their peers. They celebrate successes together, solve problems as a group, and learn what it means to be part of a supportive classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1770241350506,"projectUrl":"project/our-classrooms-cozy-corner-for-learning/9874896/","projectTitle":"Our Classroom’s Cozy Corner for Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wheat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10040805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1766438285039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10040805"},{"teacherId":10040805,"projectId":9874935,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our sight word supports. Your generosity has made a meaningful impact on my students' reading growth and confidence. Because of these resources, students are able to practice high-frequency words in engaging, hands-on ways that strengthen recognition and fluency. This consistent exposure helps build a strong foundation for reading, allowing students to focus more on comprehension rather than struggling to decode common words.\r\n\r\nThese supports also allow me to provide differentiated practice tailored to individual needs. Some students need repetition and visual cues, while others benefit from interactive activities that reinforce automaticity. Having a variety of targeted materials ensures that every learner can access instruction at their level and experience success. As students begin to quickly recognize sight words, their confidence increases, and they are more willing to participate during reading activities.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your support is helping create confident, capable readers. When students realize they can read words independently, it sparks excitement and motivation that carries into other areas of learning. Thank you for investing in their literacy journey and for helping lay the foundation for lifelong learning.","fullyFundedDate":1762915458896,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-literacy-for-first-grade/9874935/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Literacy for First Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wheat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10040805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1766438285039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10040805"},{"teacherId":10040805,"projectId":9569421,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom. Your generosity has truly made a difference for my students each and every day. Because of these materials, our classroom is more organized, which helps students stay focused and independent. They are able to keep track of their supplies, transition more smoothly between activities, and take greater responsibility for their learning space. That structure has created a calmer, more productive environment where we can spend more time learning and less time searching for materials.\r\n\r\nThe ability to create personalized and engaging learning supports has also been incredibly valuable. Students light up when they see materials made just for them, and it helps them feel a stronger sense of belonging in our classroom. Having flexible resources allows me to better meet individual needs and keep lessons engaging and meaningful.\r\n\r\nYour support has also helped us maintain a clean, healthy classroom and incorporate more hands-on learning opportunities throughout the day. These tools may seem simple, but they have strengthened fine motor skills, increased participation, and helped students take pride in their space. We are so grateful for your kindness and investment in our learning community.","fullyFundedDate":1762266419323,"projectUrl":"project/organized-creative-and-ready-to-learn/9569421/","projectTitle":"Organized, Creative, and Ready to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wheat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10040805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1766438285039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10040805"},{"teacherId":10218595,"projectId":9643304,"letterContent":"Your generous donation provided enough headphones for all of my students to complete their state test in a quiet, focused, and relaxed environment. Many students at this age/grade level have trouble focusing and completing longer assignments and tests. Headphones allow them to hear directions clearly and stay focused and engaged. Not all families can afford headphones and it becomes very costly for teachers to provide these for 20 plus students.Thank you again for making this possible and helping my students be successful!","fullyFundedDate":1758836574492,"projectUrl":"project/first-gradersstate-testingon-ipads/9643304/","projectTitle":"First Graders...State Testing...On iPads","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bare","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10218595_orig.jpg?crop=1981,1981,x92,y783&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755908223610","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10218595"},{"teacherId":10040805,"projectId":9569359,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your generous gift of headphones and pencil cases for my students. While these may seem like small classroom items, they have made a profound impact on the way my students engage with their daily lessons.\r\n\r\nIn our busy classroom, focus is one of the greatest challenges for a young learner. The headphones you provided have created a quiet, personal space for each child to listen to read-aloud stories and practice their phonics without distraction. This individual focus is essential for building the reading skills they need to succeed. Furthermore, giving each student their own pencil case has provided them with a sense of pride and ownership over their learning tools. For many of my students, having a dedicated place to keep their supplies organized is a new and exciting experience that teaches them responsibility and helps our lessons run smoothly.\r\n\r\nYour support has removed the stress of not having the right tools for the day. Because of your kindness, my students can now dive into their work with confidence, knowing they have exactly what they need to do their best. Thank you for investing in their education and for helping me create an environment where every child feels prepared and ready to learn.","fullyFundedDate":1762266270159,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-for-success/9569359/","projectTitle":"Supplies for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wheat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10040805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1766438285039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10040805"},{"teacherId":10040805,"projectId":9694993,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support of STEM Explorers: Creating, Testing, Discovering. Your contribution has made a meaningful impact by opening doors for students to engage in hands-on learning experiences that spark curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. Because of your generosity, participants are able to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in exciting and meaningful ways—designing, experimenting, and discovering how STEM connects to the world around them.\r\n\r\nYour investment in this project is an investment in future innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders. The opportunities you have helped provide inspire confidence, teamwork, and a lifelong love of learning. We are deeply grateful for your belief in this program and in the students it serves. Thank you for helping make STEM Explorers a place where ideas grow and discoveries begin.","fullyFundedDate":1759511921105,"projectUrl":"project/stem-explorers-creating-testing-disco/9694993/","projectTitle":"STEM Explorers: Creating, Testing, Discovering","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wheat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10040805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1766438285039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10040805"},{"teacherId":10188168,"projectId":9647709,"letterContent":"The moment these materials arrived in my classroom, my heart felt so full. My students were so excited to see that they get to use lab coats and safety goggles to take on the persona of a scientist when writing. \r\n\r\nMy students have been currently learning how to write and all of the steps it takes to be a good writer. When they put on these goggles and lab coats, then pick up their pencil, learning to write isn't a chore or difficult. Writing becomes an exciting and thrilling experience. They've had the opportunity to learn how to communicate ideas and create characters by writing words on a page.\r\n\r\nThis gift has been so incredible and I appreciate you giving the opportunity and taking a chance on my group of first graders. I truly believe that with the skill of writing, and the excitement of learning that was provided through this donation, they will do incredible things.","fullyFundedDate":1758202660134,"projectUrl":"project/write-like-a-scientist-safety-first-in/9647709/","projectTitle":"Write Like a Scientist: Safety First in the Writing Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10188168_orig.jpg?crop=1908,1908,x477,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755562994752","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10188168"},{"teacherId":10040805,"projectId":9414308,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for supporting Brains and Board Games. Your generosity has made a meaningful and lasting impact on our students. Because of you, our classrooms have become places where learning feels joyful, collaborative, and full of possibility.\r\n\r\nWith every game played, students are strengthening essential skills—critical thinking, communication, cooperation, and problem-solving. They are learning to take turns, share ideas, support one another, and persevere through challenges. These are lessons that stretch far beyond the table and into every part of their lives.\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just purchase board games. It created moments of connection. It built confidence. It sparked curiosity. It brought students together in ways that nurture both their minds and their sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the power of play and for investing in our students' growth. We are truly grateful for your kindness and your commitment to their success.","fullyFundedDate":1756920713995,"projectUrl":"project/brains-and-board-games-boosting-learnin/9414308/","projectTitle":"Brains and Board Games: Boosting Learning Through Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wheat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10040805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1766438285039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10040805"},{"teacherId":10040805,"projectId":9458749,"letterContent":"Funding our classroom printer has made a huge difference for my students. Before, we relied on limited copies and shared materials, which often made it hard for students to have the resources they needed right away. Now, I can print personalized learning activities, visual supports, and creative projects that meet each child's unique learning style. The printer allows me to make quick adjustments for students who need extra practice or enrichment, helping everyone stay engaged and confident in their work.\r\n\r\nThe printer has also sparked creativity and ownership in my students. They love seeing their own writing, artwork, and projects printed and displayed around the classroom. It's motivating for them to hold something they created and feel proud of their accomplishments. This simple addition has truly helped build a stronger, more organized, and inspiring learning environment where students can express themselves and succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1754060493613,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-student-work-to-life/9458749/","projectTitle":"Bringing Student Work to Life","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wheat","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10040805_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1766438285039","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10040805"},{"teacherId":10188168,"projectId":9622055,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation toward our classroom printer! Your support has already made a big difference in our daily learning.\r\n\r\nHaving access to a printer in our classroom has helped my students see their learning come to life. We have already used it to print certificates and make learning centers. This simple addition has made celebrating their learning much more interactive and meaningful.\r\n\r\nMany people think of technology as something that keeps students on screens, but in our classroom, this printer helps bridge the gap between digital learning and hands-on creativity.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has given my students a tool that inspires confidence, pride, and creativity every single day. Thank you again for helping make our classroom a place where learning truly comes to life.","fullyFundedDate":1758202722774,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-in-color/9622055/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning: In Color!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10188168_orig.jpg?crop=1908,1908,x477,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755562994752","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10188168"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_46227","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":485,"numTeachers":41,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":42,"percentWhite":32,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":11,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"11.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":62.5,"schoolId":46227,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about West Pensacola Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"West Pensacola Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/escambia-county-school-district/west-pensacola-elementary-school/46227"}