{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"West Prairie North Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":50.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7523946,"projectId":9780692,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project! What you see in our photos is just a few snapshots of us using these materials. Everyone was so excited to put their skills to use with our new math games! Our kindergarteners especially have been making great gains with their number sense and number identification skills and I am confident it is due in part to the engaging games and hands on materials! They have boosted their confidence and love getting the opportunity to show what they know in a low stakes environment.\r\nIn addition to that, having references to the strategies taught on the wall has been helpful and I have several students that enjoy using the timer to keep track of our time together. Having the paper pockets makes prepping for my groups easier since I don't have to continuously take papers out and put new ones in, saving me time and effort.\r\nThank you for being an important part of our growth and just as important- our enjoyment in learning! Your generosity will continue to make an impact for students to come!","fullyFundedDate":1761933121763,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math-building-thinking-classro/9780692/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Math: Building Thinking Classrooms Through Games and Play!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Berg","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7523946_orig.jpg?crop=1932,1932,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1760635628627","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7523946"},{"teacherId":10285278,"projectId":9762922,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my project, Brave, Calm, and Kind! When the materials arrived, students were immediately excited and curious. They carefully explored the books, calming tools, and games, asking when they could use/play with each item. The rainbows that show up in my room with the privacy film are a big conversation started and the sensory tiles have been a huge hit even with students who just drop in to say hi.\r\n\r\nMy room uses at least one of the resources daily, whether it be during individual or small group or full class SEL. The classes have enjoyed The Magical yet and relating it back to things they are using growth mindset for. Therapy games and SEL books are helping students name emotions, practice problem-solving, and build empathy in a way that feels engaging and safe. Thank you for giving our students the support they need help to be brave, calm, and kind.","fullyFundedDate":1760653475247,"projectUrl":"project/brave-calm-and-kind/9762922/","projectTitle":"Brave, Calm, and Kind!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Eidson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10285278_orig.jpg?crop=1451,1451,x756,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758911243288","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10285278"},{"teacherId":10276611,"projectId":9882721,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support. The students absolutely love the new games, and reading intervention days have become something they truly look forward to. The games are engaging, age-appropriate, and accessible to all of my students, even with their wide range of abilities.\r\n\r\nTeaching key reading skills such as identifying setting, determining main idea, and finding the meaning of words in context has been so much easier and more effective now that we have fun, hands-on tools to use in the classroom. Students who once felt hesitant about being pulled out for intervention are now excited, and others are even asking to join just to try out the new games.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a meaningful difference in our learning environment and has helped foster both confidence and excitement in our readers. Thank you for investing in our students and their success.","fullyFundedDate":1763501123544,"projectUrl":"project/reading-to-succeed-fun-and-engaging-li/9882721/","projectTitle":"\"Reading to Succeed: Fun and Engaging Literacy Games for Readers\"","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gearing","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10276611_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y293&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758831147863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10276611"},{"teacherId":10276611,"projectId":9909890,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing hands-on math games for our classroom. These new resources are being used daily during small group instruction and math centers, where students are able to practice key skills such as number sense, problem-solving, and collaboration. One of my favorite moments was watching students work together to solve a game-based challenge, explaining their thinking and encouraging one another as they learned.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the math games, their excitement was immediate. They were eager to explore the materials and couldn't wait to begin playing and learning. The hands-on nature of the games helped make math feel fun and approachable, especially for students who may have felt unsure or hesitant before. Students are more engaged, confident, and willing to take risks in their learning because they can physically interact with the concepts.\r\n\r\nThanks to your support, the next steps for our students include using these games to deepen their understanding of math concepts and apply their skills to more complex problems. We will continue incorporating the games into lessons to reinforce learning, build independence, and strengthen critical thinking. Your generosity has made math more meaningful and accessible for all of our students, and we are truly grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1763732940086,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-math-magic-play-learn-grow/9909890/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Math Magic: Play, Learn, Grow!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gearing","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10276611_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y293&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758831147863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10276611"},{"teacherId":10276611,"projectId":9887299,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in purchasing snacks for our classroom. Your kindness has made an immediate and meaningful impact on our students, especially those who face food insecurity at home. Because of you, students have access to snacks during the school day, helping them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nStudents are truly happy and feel safe asking for a snack when they need one. Knowing that their basic needs will be met has helped build trust and comfort within our classroom. The availability of snacks has also reduced stress and allowed students to better engage in lessons without worrying about hunger.\r\n\r\nHaving enough snacks to share with all students ensures that no one feels singled out or different. This creates an inclusive and supportive classroom environment where every child feels cared for and valued. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity and the positive difference you have made in our students' daily lives.","fullyFundedDate":1766067623342,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-learning-snacks-for-students-in/9887299/","projectTitle":"Fueling Learning: Snacks for Students in Need","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gearing","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10276611_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y293&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758831147863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10276611"},{"teacherId":7325716,"projectId":9762855,"letterContent":"I could tell my students were excited to get their hands on our new alto xylophone the moment they walked through the music room door. As they found their way to their spots on the rug, smiling and practically vibrating with anticipation, I tried to keep my instructions short and sweet, to allow plenty of time for them to start exploring the new instrument in its place in our percussion circle.\r\n\r\nThe new alto xylophone allows more students to participate in active music-making, instead of sitting out and waiting for their turn to play. They experience a variety of musical styles through singing, listening and responding to recorded music, and - now - playing barred percussion instruments. As listeners and performers, students develop a greater understanding of melodic contour, dynamic contrasts, duration and rhythm, and a growing variety of instrumental timbres.\r\n\r\nKindergarten and first grade students take turns with a variety of barred percussion instruments, discovering how to make sounds higher and lower, louder and quieter, and longer and shorter. Students in second and third grade create simple rhythmic patterns using iconic and traditional notation to play on the percussion instruments, comparing and contrasting the more familiar classroom instruments with the unique sounds of the new xylophone and its fiberglass bars. Fourth, fifth, and sixth graders have begun a composition project that will build on simple motifs they have each created based on a \"spark\" of an idea from their own lives and interests. They will combine digital graphic notation apps with their choice of instruments from our classroom.\r\n\r\nI am grateful to The Chuck Lorre Family Foundation for finding the value in this project and choosing to contribute. To each personal family member and friend who donated to this project: I treasure your support in this and so many other ways. Each of these donations was generously matched by The Tracy Family Foundation, allowing us to quickly get more mallets into the hands of our students.","fullyFundedDate":1760693601900,"projectUrl":"project/cyclone-taps-clacks-a-xylophone-storm/9762855/","projectTitle":"Cyclone Taps & Clacks: A Xylophone Storm!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Johnson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7325716_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758837109057","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7325716"},{"teacherId":10276611,"projectId":9873161,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our Cozy Corner Reading Project. The flexible seating, ocean wave, IGH machine, and wall signs have completely transformed our reading space into a warm and welcoming place. From the moment students walk in, they can tell this is a special area designed just for them.\r\n\r\nOur students in grades 4–6 are learning to enjoy reading, and these additions have made a meaningful difference. The flexible seating allows them to choose comfortable spots where they can relax and focus, while the calming ocean wave and IGH machine help create a peaceful atmosphere. The wall signs encourage positive reading habits and remind students that reading can be enjoyable, not stressful.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students are more excited to pick up a book, settle in, and truly engage with reading. We are so grateful for your support and for helping us create a space where readers can grow in confidence and love for learning. Thank you for making our Cozy Corner a place where reading comes alive.","fullyFundedDate":1763638428911,"projectUrl":"project/the-cozy-corner-where-stories-shine/9873161/","projectTitle":"The Cozy Corner: Where Stories Shine","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gearing","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10276611_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y293&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758831147863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10276611"},{"teacherId":10276611,"projectId":9882369,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to our classroom. Because of your kindness, our 4th–6th grade students now have access to essential personal hygiene supplies they may not otherwise be able to provide for themselves. These items make a meaningful difference in their daily lives and help remove barriers that can interfere with learning.\r\n\r\nHaving these supplies allows our students to feel fresh, confident, and ready to focus in class. When students feel comfortable and cared for, they are better able to participate, take pride in themselves, and engage fully in their learning. Your support helps create a positive classroom environment where students can focus on their goals instead of worrying about basic needs.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, our students are deeply grateful that someone took the time to support them in such a thoughtful way. Knowing that donors believe in them and want to help meet their needs makes them feel valued and supported. Thank you for helping our students feel confident, proud, and ready to succeed each day.","fullyFundedDate":1763509952553,"projectUrl":"project/every-student-deserves-to-feel-fresh-and/9882369/","projectTitle":"Every Student Deserves to Feel Fresh and Confident","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gearing","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10276611_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y293&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758831147863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10276611"},{"teacherId":10246578,"projectId":9726609,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our project, Diversity Through Literature. Because of your generosity, my students will have access to books that reflect diverse voices, cultures, and experiences. These stories will help foster empathy, understanding, and a deeper appreciation for the world around them. We are incredibly grateful for your support and belief in the power of inclusive education. Your donation helps create a classroom where every student feels seen, valued, and represented. Through these books and discussions, students will not only strengthen their reading skills but also learn to respect and celebrate differences, building a foundation for kindness and inclusion that extends far beyond our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758800504490,"projectUrl":"project/diversity-through-literature/9726609/","projectTitle":"Diversity through Literature","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wilson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10246578"},{"teacherId":10276611,"projectId":9873568,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity and support of my students. Because of your kindness, my students were able to receive healthy snacks and squishy sensory toys to take home over the holiday break. Your donation made a meaningful difference for both students and families.\r\n\r\nWe live in a very rural area, where winter weather can quickly lead to unexpected school closures or extended eLearning days due to snow. For many of our families, especially those with limited incomes, providing extra snacks and activities during these sudden breaks can be challenging—particularly during the already high costs of the holiday season.\r\n\r\nParents shared how grateful they were that their children had familiar snacks they enjoy and comfort items to look forward to during the break. The snacks helped support students during long days at home, while the squishy toys provided a positive sensory outlet that helped students stay calm, focused, and regulated. These items were especially helpful during eLearning days, giving students something comforting and motivating while completing schoolwork at home.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your generosity helped ease stress for families and brought joy and comfort to students during a time that can be difficult and unpredictable. Knowing they had something special waiting for them made the break more positive for many of my students.\r\n\r\nThank you for caring about our classroom and our community. Your support truly made a difference, and we are so grateful.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1762526598371,"projectUrl":"project/squishy-surprises-and-holiday-snacks-for/9873568/","projectTitle":"Squishy Surprises and Holiday Snacks for Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gearing","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10276611_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y293&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1758831147863","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10276611"},{"teacherId":10321295,"projectId":9844963,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to this project. In the past, I have tried my best to integrate letters and numbers into my physical activities. I have used many different materials but they have not been totally effective or have fallen apart. Having the number and letter poly spots has already become so helpful in the gym. They are such good quality and can be pulled out at any time. We played a game of the floor is lava with the letters and numbers spots and it was a total hit!\r\n\r\nWhen I showed each of my classes the layout of all of the new equipment they clapped and cheered. Students in each class said \"We should clap for the donors who gave this stuff to our school!\" They could barely contain themselves. It was wonderful to experience. \r\n\r\nI will be using the numbers and letters with my Kindergarten students to help solidify their sounds and recognition skills. I will be using the skip ball ropes to add instruction into a jump rope unit. Thank you to every one of my donors!","fullyFundedDate":1763746212924,"projectUrl":"project/leaps-and-bounds-and-letter-sounds/9844963/","projectTitle":"Leaps and Bounds and Letter Sounds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Spriet","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10321295"},{"teacherId":10321295,"projectId":9892147,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to Snacks and Smiles! This project has helped our school be able to give hungry kids a snack throughout the day. They are free to have them at any point, they just have to ask. Students that have food allergies have used them in place of a treat brought in for another students birthday. They were so pleased to be able to have a treat with the class and not be left out due to their allergies. \r\n\r\nThe students eyes were huge when they were shown the cabinet packed full with snacks! The other teachers were happy to know that they had this resource available to all of their students. \r\n\r\nI am going to add the skill of reading nutrition labels to my PE classes. This will give them a skill they can use for the rest of their lives. 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