{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"College Gate Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":66.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2577145,"projectId":9811702,"letterContent":"This has been an incredible learning experience for my students. Not only have we developed 21st century skills but it turned out to be a service learning project as well. Of course none of this would have been possible with the generosity and support of amazing people like yourselves.\r\n\r\nWhen Typhoon Halong hit our coast and suddenly two full villages of people were left with nothing and their world was turned upside down instantly, I never once stopped to think about what the costs would be. My students and myself immediately started making toys for the evacuees in the course of less then two weeks running 24/7 we made over 350 of them (really we lost count after this). This of course exhausted our supply of filament and we didn't care but you were generous enough to resupply us.\r\n\r\nI say all this to let you know that in less then two weeks we got 92 kids and the first thing that they connected to was the toys they had received and seeing where they were made. This has led to some amazing connections and once in a life time opportunities. The students who received the earlier toys used our class to hang out when having a hard time. They have been earning additional prints, making their own 3D deigns and asking for items to be printed that they could give to someone else since someone gave them something. It was awesome learning about what they call different things versus what we call them. \r\n\r\nAlthough I never would have expected the amazing connections that have formed for a lifetime or the cross cultural (literally a village to the city) learning that has occurred, I would not have changed anything we have done. Who knew that with such a small gesture you were able to give students who wold never have been able to experience things like 3D Printing the chance to do so. All I can say is that you have made my students and my new kids live so much better. Everyone wants to say Quyana Tailuci (The Yup'ik Language for Thank You So Very Much) for this incredible opportunity.","fullyFundedDate":1766042764669,"projectUrl":"project/filament-for-creating-fantastic-3d-creat/9811702/","projectTitle":"Filament For Creating Fantastic 3D Creations!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Therriault","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2577145_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598245604934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2577145"},{"teacherId":2577145,"projectId":9486859,"letterContent":"So what do you do when you already have a great book series about twisted fairy tales and you need to get a totally new group of kids hooked on reading. Clearly you have to find a new way to do that. With your incredible generosity and support I was able to do just that with my students.\r\n\r\nSince we received two new book series from you, The Thirteenth Fairy series (I highly recommend reading this if you haven't and like twisted fairy tales) and the Reform School Series. First came the hook (pun intended as one character is related to Captain Hook) these books are about what happens to the villains, and the main character in this series is oh wait for it a boy. \"What are you for real?\" that was the hook I needed. Everyone was guessing what happened and what would happen next.\r\n\r\nSince these books were so incredible and since I had started an entire unit of fractured fairy tales with my other books I decided to add to it. This has become a passion project where the students are currently working on teaser movie trailers about each book. This will then be used to introduce the books to next years students. Not sure how I will top this but I am so incredibly grateful to be given a chance to expose my students to technology and an incredible set of two book series.\r\n\r\nWithout the generosity of incredible donors like you I would not have opportunities for my students to develop 21st century skills and to find a passion for reading more then graphic novels. Who knows you may have just helped to create the next author or movie director. Quyana Tailucci (Yup'ik the Native Language of our kids for Thank you very much).","fullyFundedDate":1764712978655,"projectUrl":"project/beloved-books-for-multiple-readers/9486859/","projectTitle":"Beloved Books For Multiple Readers","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Therriault","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2577145_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598245604934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2577145"},{"teacherId":3430077,"projectId":9308580,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for choosing to help our project. Your contribution helped our Big and Little Buddy classrooms create their own designs for stickers and t-shirts. They gain so many valuable work skills that will definitely transfer to lifelong work skills. They were able to create a sellable product, but it took a lot of work. It was not easy, but they learned by trial and error. They learned very valuable skills and learned to persevere to create projects they were truly proud of. Thank you so much for supporting us.","fullyFundedDate":1746787242747,"projectUrl":"project/big-and-little-buddies-small-business-pa/9308580/","projectTitle":"Big and Little Buddies Small Business Part 3!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elliott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3430077"},{"teacherId":3430077,"projectId":9308521,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your wonderful contribution. It has really made a real impact at our school and in our classrooms. Our Little Buddies and Big Buddies business is coming together nicely. The students are so inspired, now we need to find the time to create all their wonderful projects. Thank you for setting up two classes of students for the most challenging and fun year of their schooling. They created long-lasting memories, strong peer connections, and life skills while buying a business and learning. Thank you for your help; none of this would have been possible without your support.","fullyFundedDate":1746787141557,"projectUrl":"project/big-and-little-buddies-small-business-pa/9308521/","projectTitle":"Big and Little Buddies Small Business Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Elliott","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3430077"},{"teacherId":9308322,"projectId":9905380,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. These materials are amazing and have already been so helpful for my students. We are having so much fun. Our favorite new toy is the play kitchen. It took me staying late after work to set it up, but it was well worth it when my students came in the next morning. They could hardly wait until center time to go play. The buttons on the stove and cabinet doors make pretend cooking so much fun. The other toys have been a big hit as well. They love to practice their sorting skills on the play food. One student ran to the \"veterinary station\" the moment it was set up, put on a stethoscope, and began treating the little cat and dog for all sorts of ailments. Our new toys also give me the opportunity to keep some things on rotation, so there is always something new for my students to explore. They used to get restless at the end of center time, bored with our minimal toys. Not anymore! Now they don't want it to end. They are having such fun, they don't even realize how much they are learning! While they play, they are building so many foundational skills that will stick with them for the rest of their lives. Thank you so much for making this possible.","fullyFundedDate":1772052691441,"projectUrl":"project/playing-is-learning/9905380/","projectTitle":"Playing Is Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jacqui","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9308322"},{"teacherId":9179266,"projectId":9816500,"letterContent":"Saying \"thank you\" truly doesn't feel like enough. Because of your generosity, our Student Council was able to create an experience that brought so much joy and excitement to our entire school community. The smiles on our students' faces were unforgettable and a true reflection of the impact you made.\r\n\r\nWhat made this event even more special was the learning that came along with it. Students eagerly counted the eggs they purchased and calculated how many golden tickets they earned. Golden tickets gave them a chance to become \"Principal for the Day,\" while red tickets awarded invitations to a pizza party. The energy throughout the school was incredible—there was a constant buzz of excitement.\r\n\r\nOne particularly touching moment was when a member of our community purchased two eggs for every student, ensuring that no one was left out. It was an extraordinary act of kindness. Your generosity helped inspire that moment, and it's amazing to see how that spirit of giving spread.\r\n\r\nBeyond the fun, this experience gave our Student Council members valuable, real-world learning opportunities. They practiced organization, responsibility, money management, honesty, and customer service. It became so much more than just selling Spring Eggs—it was a meaningful lesson in teamwork, leadership, and community.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your support and for helping make this experience so impactful. Your kindness truly made a lasting difference.","fullyFundedDate":1764711245465,"projectUrl":"project/easter-egg-extravaganza/9816500/","projectTitle":"Easter Egg Extravaganza!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roys","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9179266"},{"teacherId":2577145,"projectId":9573336,"letterContent":"\"Holy Hydration Batman\", yes that is in fact an exact quote from one if my students when they saw the new water filtration system. They were so excited and could not wait to use it. They were even more excited when they found out that their Little Buddies were getting one too. Super bonus when we can share with another class.\r\n\r\nFast forward to the set up process. Oh boy was this a learning curve. The experience was amazing for the students and led to many different skills being used that they were not aware they had. \"Wait I think I know how this could fit.\" \"Did you read the directions?\" \"I can't they are not in English, oh wait we can figure them out.\" This may have led to a discussion about translating apps and flipping the paper over to see English but hey they were still trying to solve the problem. The best part of this was that they worked through big emotions and learned how to deal with them not blow up.\r\n\r\nWhen it came to the water bottles WOW! they were a huge hit and a super big deal because they were color changing (ok not really they were a gradient effect but still they were excited and we had an art lesson out of the curiosity.) We had to have a water bottle decorating party to make our water bottles our own. With new water bottles in hand a whole lot less learning was lost and we were also able to stay hydrated at PE which \"left some water for the fishes\" since we didn't have to spend forever at the drinking fountain.\r\n\r\nOf course none of this would be possible without your generosity. Quyana Tailucci (Yup'ik for Thank You So Very Much!)","fullyFundedDate":1757105324911,"projectUrl":"project/water-bottles-and-a-water-station/9573336/","projectTitle":"Water Bottles and a Water Station!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Therriault","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2577145_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598245604934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2577145"},{"teacherId":2577145,"projectId":9478077,"letterContent":"Your generosity has made such a huge impact on my classroom learning this year. Before your donation we were using old, broken, falling apart whiteboards that were hard to read when erased. The students were very frustrated and would opt to use white paper instead of the white board because it was easier to see.\r\n\r\n\"What, are you kidding me\" \"We can see\" these were amongst the statements that were made when the students got to unbox the new double sided white boards. They immediately started practicing their basic math facts and giving each other challenge problems. They were particularly thrilled with the fact neither them nor myself now had to try to draw a coordinate grid for math. The think they are so cool when they get to use the giant grid and move the pieces or manipulate it to show their work.\r\n\r\nWait there is more. We were doing a unit on colonization and they were about to hold an auction. \"STOP, we now have cool little paddles I bet we could use them to place our bids\" Never would have seen that coming. They were problem solving and excited to use \"old fashioned technology like they did in colonial times\" Ok so they maybe didn't use white board paddles back then but they made a real world connection to how things were done before today. \r\n\r\nThe invaluable lightbulb moments that have been happening are what a teacher lives for. Your generosity has helped my students have so many of these moments. I can't thank you enough for your incredible support. Quyana Tailucci (Yup'ik for Thank You So Very Much).","fullyFundedDate":1757105325655,"projectUrl":"project/white-boards-for-hands-on-learning/9478077/","projectTitle":"White Boards For Hands On Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Therriault","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2577145_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1598245604934","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2577145"},{"teacherId":9308322,"projectId":9911161,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. My students and I have been through a difficult few months, but they have shown me the true meaning of resilience. With your help, I have been able to create a warm, safe space for my students to learn and grow. We are learning and practicing emotional regulation together and they are thriving. I am so proud of the growth I have seen in my classroom which would not be possible with support from people like you. Things are still not quite settled, and families are still uncertain about the future, but I am confident my students will be successful wherever they go next. Thank you for taking part in our journey.","fullyFundedDate":1766042764303,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-mental-health-in-displaced-we/9911161/","projectTitle":"Supporting Mental Health in Displaced Western Alaska Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jacqui","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9308322"},{"teacherId":9308322,"projectId":9904527,"letterContent":"I really appreciate your generous donations. These materials have come to be so important to our classroom and my student's success in these past few months. \r\nShipping in Alaska is not always the fastest or most consistent, so this order came in multiple parts. This made it fun because as I set up our new materials, I got to see my students react to each new addition to our classroom. They were always so excited, and they were not the only ones. When visitors came to our classroom, occupational and physical therapists, teachers, and other school staff, they always comment on our awesome new set up. \r\nMy students love using our swing to help them calm down during sensory times. Our spinning chair is one of our most powerful motivators; Students are always willing to do their work for a few minutes of spinning. Our new carpet, weighted lap blanket, and floor seating have allowed my students to sit and engage in instructional activities like never before. \r\nThe typhoon has forced all of us into a very big change. It has not been easy for my students and their families. Your donations have helped me to create an engaging and safe learning space for my students to thrive despite all the challenges they have faced. I am so proud of the growth I have seen in them, and these materials plus the support from kind people like you have played a large role in that. Thank you doesn't seem like quite enough, but I do not have any other words to say.","fullyFundedDate":1763590120186,"projectUrl":"project/help-meet-sensory-needs-for-displaced-we/9904527/","projectTitle":"Help Meet Sensory Needs for Displaced Western Alaska Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jacqui","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9308322"},{"teacherId":9179266,"projectId":9702385,"letterContent":"On behalf of our entire Parent Café Committee, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your generous support in helping us launch our very first Parent Café. Because of your donation, we were able to provide coffee, tea, cocoa, fry bread, and other treats for families and staff who stopped by before work. The turnout was wonderful, and the atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and full of connection. Our cafe' lights were a big hit!\r\n\r\nWe are especially grateful for the encouraging message you shared with us: \"Be kind, study hard, do good things.\" We proudly hung your message at our café, and it served as a meaningful reminder of the values guiding this work. Your words truly set the tone for the morning. It was touching to also see students write these words down in their journals. It really touched my heart!\r\n\r\nThis experience was more than just hosting an event. The six girls on our Parent Café Committee learned what it means to take a vision and turn it into reality. From planning and organizing to welcoming families, they experienced firsthand how leadership, teamwork, and determination can bring an idea to life. The process strengthened their confidence and showed them the power they have to create positive change. We met every Tuesday for a month before setting out to make our dream come true!\r\n\r\nBeyond our committee, this event helped build meaningful connections within our school community alongside our Native families. It created a space of belonging, conversation, and shared experience — something we are incredibly proud of.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our vision and investing in our students and families. Your generosity made this special experience possible, and its impact will continue far beyond this first café. We are already looking forward to the next cafe'. We are planning on doing one a month. We may also do a cafe' for teachers as well. I see this experience having plenty of room to grow in the future.","fullyFundedDate":1757884006422,"projectUrl":"project/cultural-cafe-for-native-family-connecti/9702385/","projectTitle":"Cultural Cafe for Native Family Connections!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Roys","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9179266"},{"teacherId":9744142,"projectId":9806092,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping to fill my classroom library with Moon Dog books. I was so excited to receive these book collections after seeing how much my students were enjoying them.\r\n\r\nSome of the great things about these books is that they have strong representation of young people of different races and abilities, so my students get to read books with people who look like them. The characters are doing fun, interesting, and relatable activities in the stories. My students can connect to the stories and care about what's happening. From a teaching standpoint, the books very intentionally target specific phonics skills. I can introduce a skill, and then we get a chance to practice it with multiple books that use that skill.\r\n\r\nIt's also been so great to have a LARGE inventory of books to draw from. I have students who want to bring home a DIFFERENT book every day. They are excited to read new things, and now I can support that while also sending home books that are at their independent level and won't frustrate them. It's been so great, and I can't think you enough for making it possible.","fullyFundedDate":1766042764333,"projectUrl":"project/give-the-kids-what-they-want-more-moon/9806092/","projectTitle":"Give the Kids What They Want--More Moon Dog Books!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cinti","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9744142"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_44446","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":413,"numTeachers":20,"percentFrplEligible":74,"percentAsian":10,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":19,"percentIndigenous":27,"percentLatinx":7,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"20.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":33.3,"schoolId":44446,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about College Gate Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"College Gate Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/alaska/anchorage-school-district/college-gate-elementary-school/44446"}