{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Winneconne Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":11.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7420370,"projectId":10137208,"letterContent":"We are currently using these texts to transform what reading looks like in our classroom. Because these books span a wide variety of reading levels, I am able to reach all of my learners exactly where they are. During our independent and small-group reading blocks, every single student—from my striving readers to my advanced text explorers—has an engaging, accessible book in their hands. They are mastering vital literacy skills like identifying main ideas, using text features like glossaries and diagrams, and building rich scientific vocabulary.\r\n\r\nMy students who previously struggled to stay focused during reading time are especially enjoying these books. The fascinating facts and clear visuals have completely hooked them, boosting their confidence and stamina. Your generosity has brought immense joy and deep engagement to our daily reading routine. Thank you for supporting our young entomologists and readers!\r\n\r\nThank you so much for bringing our project to life and providing our classroom with this incredible variety of nonfiction insect books!","fullyFundedDate":1777988963779,"projectUrl":"project/help-our-young-entomologists-explore/10137208/","projectTitle":"Help Our Young Entomologists Explore!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kandler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7420370"},{"teacherId":7420370,"projectId":10264019,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing our project to life and helping us stock up on these essential classroom supplies! We will be using these incredible resources to kick off next school year and keep our classroom running smoothly every single day. The students will be using the colorful markers and pencils to create vibrant diagrams and illustrations for their projects, while the new books have become a favorite destination during independent reading time. Having reliable basics like tape and magnets has also allowed us to display their hard work all over the classroom, creating an environment they can truly be proud of.","fullyFundedDate":1778263474973,"projectUrl":"project/soaking-up-summer-stocking-up-for-fall/10264019/","projectTitle":"Soaking Up Summer, Stocking Up for Fall!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kandler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7420370"},{"teacherId":7420370,"projectId":10137236,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for bringing \"Creepy, Crawly, Classroom Fun with Insect Figurines\" to life! When the boxes arrived, my students were absolutely thrilled. The moment they saw the detailed insect figurines and the realistic life cycle figures, the classroom filled with gasps of excitement and eager chatter. They couldn't wait to get their hands on them and inspect all the tiny details.\r\n\r\nWe are currently using these incredible resources as the centerpiece of our nonfiction reading workshop. The students are working in small groups, passing around the insect figurines to study and compare their physical characteristics up close. The life cycle figurines have been a massive hit, allowing the kids to visually and physically sequence the stages of a butterfly, ladybug, and honeybee. It has turned abstract biological concepts into a truly tactile, hands-on learning experience that keeps them fully engaged.","fullyFundedDate":1777988962288,"projectUrl":"project/creepy-crawly-classroom-fun-with-insec/10137236/","projectTitle":"Creepy, Crawly, Classroom Fun with Insect Figurines","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kandler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7420370"},{"teacherId":596454,"projectId":10151185,"letterContent":"I am so thankful to you for funding my project to get quality decodable books into the hands of my students! Since I am an interventionist, the students I work with struggle with reading in one form or another. With my younger students, the struggles generally happen due to some disconnect with their phonic skills. By using various assessments, I am able to find the skills they struggle with and use my knowledge to help them better understand how to use letter-sound code to help them read. Phonic readers, like the ones you helped fund, go a long way to helping students fill learning gaps. Each decodable book provides practice on the specific skill we are working on, along with providing practice on previous skills. These books are the vital piece students need to practice and build confidence in reading!\r\nAfter receiving these books, I started adding them to our lessons right away. Students now come in asking if we are going to be reading a new book each day! They are so excited to read these books because they can practice skills, but more importantly they see themselves as readers now! 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My students were very eager to see what was in the giant boxes delivered to our classroom and couldn't wait to work together, problem solve and use their imagination to see what they could create. I look forward to using these new building toys in my classroom for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1777988962923,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-better-world-in-4k/10235007/","projectTitle":"Building a Better World in 4K!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Borkowski","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7852629"},{"teacherId":5381052,"projectId":9114165,"letterContent":"This project has made a huge impact on both the learning environment and the excitement level in our classroom. When students first saw the new building materials like LEGOs and Magna-Tiles, the room immediately filled with cheers, curiosity, and creativity. Students eagerly began collaborating, designing, and problem-solving together in ways that naturally strengthened teamwork, communication, and critical thinking skills. We have already used the materials during STEM challenges where students worked in groups to design sturdy structures, create models connected to our science lessons, and test different building strategies. One especially memorable moment was watching students redesign and improve their creations after discovering weaknesses in their first attempts — they were so engaged that they didn't want to stop working when class ended. The organizational tools, including the magnetic shelves and Chromebook storage, have also helped create a more functional and organized classroom space where students can access materials more independently and efficiently. As we move forward, students will continue using these resources during collaborative STEM activities, engineering challenges, and hands-on projects connected to our science and social studies curriculum. Your generosity has helped create a classroom environment where students feel excited to learn, explore, and create every single day.","fullyFundedDate":1746458903974,"projectUrl":"project/odds-ends-for-building-organization/9114165/","projectTitle":"Odds & Ends for Building & Organization","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mankiewicz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5381052_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526054749392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-johnson5"},{"teacherId":5381052,"projectId":9412642,"letterContent":"The new books from this project have completely energized reading time in our classroom. Students were immediately excited to dive into the pick-your-own-path stories because they are interactive, engaging, and allow readers to make choices that impact the outcome of the story. These books have helped students strengthen important reading skills such as comprehension, predicting, inferencing, problem-solving, and understanding cause and effect. Because students must think carefully about the choices they make throughout the story, they are practicing critical thinking skills in a fun and meaningful way. We have also been able to use these texts to model perseverance and flexible thinking, since students often go back to reread sections and try different story paths.\r\n\r\nReading in our classroom is active, collaborative, and student-centered. During independent reading time, students spread out around the room with books they are genuinely excited about. Some students read quietly on their own while others eagerly discuss the different choices and endings they discovered with classmates. Small groups gather to compare story paths, debate which choices were best, and recommend books to one another. The excitement these books have created has helped even some of our more reluctant readers become more engaged and willing to spend longer periods of time reading.\r\n\r\nSeveral students who previously struggled to stay interested in books have become some of the most enthusiastic readers in the room. One student in particular now rushes in each morning asking if there is time to continue reading before the school day officially begins. Another student, who often found reading challenging, has gained confidence because the interactive format motivates them to keep going and reread when needed. It has been wonderful to watch students feel empowered as readers while building important literacy skills at the same time. Your generosity has helped create a classroom filled with curiosity, excitement, and a genuine love of reading.","fullyFundedDate":1755689430359,"projectUrl":"project/interactive-books-and-classroom-decor/9412642/","projectTitle":"Interactive Books and Classroom Decor","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Mankiewicz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp5381052_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1526054749392","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-johnson5"},{"teacherId":4603387,"projectId":10068298,"letterContent":"My students are already loving and appreciating the hands-on learning that these manipulatives have offered for fractions! The students were so excited when I brought them out to use as visuals for our math lesson! \r\n\r\nThey took ownership in what manipulatives would work for their learning, so it was awesome to have options! They were able to build expressions and explain to a partner what their manipulatives represented in their thinking!\r\n\r\nThank you so very much for your generosity and support of this project! These materials will be so helpful for years to come!","fullyFundedDate":1776086461679,"projectUrl":"project/fraction-fun-manipulatives/10068298/","projectTitle":"Fraction Fun Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Witczak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4603387_272x272.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1502215904684","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/amanda-witczak"},{"teacherId":4744335,"projectId":10147837,"letterContent":"Thank you for donating books to our classroom library. The students get so excited when they open the boxes. \r\n\r\nThese graphic novels will help establish a big part of our library. Graphic Novels are favorites of my class this year. They read them throughout the day and just absorb the ones that are part of a series. \r\n\r\nAs authors keep creating new books--it is important to keep my library up to date. Students want the new books and I love to encourage them to read. \r\n\r\nThank you for your support. We appreciate the donation more than you will know.","fullyFundedDate":1773858992588,"projectUrl":"project/spring-reads-to-spark-life-into-bored-re/10147837/","projectTitle":"Spring Reads to Spark Life into Bored Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Riley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4744335_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1504201758139","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4744335"},{"teacherId":7420370,"projectId":9687922,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting our Donors Choose project. Because of you, our classroom now has a variety of tools that help all learners focus, regulate their emotions, and feel comfortable throughout the day. These resources are already making a meaningful difference by giving students the support they need to stay engaged and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped create a more inclusive and positive learning environment where every child can succeed. We are so grateful for your support and belief in our students. Thank you for making an impact that will be felt every single day in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1766687041549,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-all-learners/9687922/","projectTitle":"Tools for All Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kandler","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7420370"},{"teacherId":3930550,"projectId":9794220,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my heartfelt thanks for your incredibly generous donation of classroom supplies. From the digital wall clock that helps us stay on track to the wobble chair feet that provide essential movement for my active learners, these items are already making a huge difference. \r\n\r\nBeyond the essentials, the art supplies and activities you provided, like the colored pencils, building blocks, and mini basketball hoop, have brought so much joy and creativity to our day. Having a steady supply of Expo markers and laminating pouches ensures that our lessons remain interactive and our hard work is preserved. The timing couldn't have been better with all the indoor recess we had! \r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and showing them that their education is valued by the community. Your kindness has not only equipped our room with wonderful materials but has also energized our entire classroom spirit. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1768498973360,"projectUrl":"project/stocking-the-supplies-and-fun/9794220/","projectTitle":"Stocking the Supplies and Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Doro","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3930550_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1474584594738","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-c-doro"},{"teacherId":596454,"projectId":9766068,"letterContent":"Students have been enjoying the decodable books you have funded! I have several different grade levels I meet with each day and they all have one thing in common...they LOVE reading books from these reading series! Not only do they enjoy following the events that happen from book to book, they feel success being able decode the words in chapter books. Many may have never felt that before.\r\n\r\nIt's heart warming to see and hear the discussions around each story. Students can't wait to learn a new decoding rule so they can move on to the next book. I can't count how many times I have heard kids ask, \"Are we reading a new book today?\" Their excitement for reading cannot be contained and it's because of you and your generosity! \r\n\r\nThe difference you have made by funding my project has reached so many students and will continue to do so for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1768498974095,"projectUrl":"project/cracking-the-reading-code/9766068/","projectTitle":"Cracking the Reading Code","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Tindall-Bastian","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp596454_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1625789132737","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsbastian"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_38673","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":847,"numTeachers":47,"percentFrplEligible":20,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":94,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":1,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":2,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"18.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"RURAL","ncesMetroType":"RURAL_FRINGE"},"inStateSupporters":88.6,"schoolId":38673,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Winneconne Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Winneconne Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/wisconsin/winneconne-community-school-district/winneconne-elementary-school/38673"}