{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Denali Montessori Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":29.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8917696,"projectId":9102696,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for funding our project! Your generosity provided interactive toys like magnetic tiles and race car tracks that are helping our students develop essential motor skills in a fun, engaging way.\r\n\r\nWhile these materials may look like simple toys, they are powerful tools for building coordination, balance, and core strength. As children squat, reach, and move while building tall structures or racing cars, they strengthen their muscles and improve motor planning—all critical for future learning and participation in school activities.\r\n\r\nYour support will have a lasting impact. These toys will be used daily in therapy sessions and classroom play, providing opportunities for active learning for years to come. Thank you for believing in the importance of movement and for helping our students grow stronger every day.","fullyFundedDate":1742592404815,"projectUrl":"project/play-grow-move-thrive/9102696/","projectTitle":"Play, Grow, Move, Thrive","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917696_orig.jpg?crop=600,600,x0,y24&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699300506115","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8917696"},{"teacherId":8917696,"projectId":8947753,"letterContent":"As a school-based physical therapist, I'm so grateful for your generosity in funding our Balance Challenge Games project. Thanks to you, our preschoolers now have an amazing set of balance beams and stepping stones that are helping them grow stronger, steadier, and more confident every day.\r\n\r\nBalance and coordination are essential building blocks for learning. Before children can sit for circle time, write their names, or participate in classroom tasks, they need core strength and postural stability. These materials provide the perfect way for students to practice these skills in a fun, motivating environment—whether during therapy sessions or classroom play.\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the equipment arrived, the excitement was incredible! Students immediately began creating obstacle courses, taking turns, and cheering for one another. I've seen children who were hesitant at first proudly complete a beam without stepping off, and others challenging themselves to make the course harder. These activities are not just physical—they build confidence, persistence, and social skills.\r\n\r\nYour gift will make a lasting impact. This balance equipment will be used for years to come to support motor development, coordination, and confidence for countless preschoolers. Thank you for believing in the power of movement and for giving our students the tools they need to succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1741389812919,"projectUrl":"project/balance-challenge-games/8947753/","projectTitle":"Balance Challenge Games!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917696_orig.jpg?crop=600,600,x0,y24&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699300506115","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8917696"},{"teacherId":2726263,"projectId":9083248,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your donation, helping our classroom get a set of headphones! It has made a big difference in our classroom environment by reducing the noise level and allowing students to have better focus.\r\n\r\nIn our Montessori classroom we often have multiple projects and lessons happening simultaneously so maintaining a calm, relatively quiet environment is important. \r\n\r\nYour gift of headphones is a great tool to help students use technology as a part of their learning. 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It came at a very helpful time due to some getting bored with the books in our classroom library. These books will help with projects in the future and will extend the learning in the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1731527758551,"projectUrl":"project/new-montessori-classroom/8500753/","projectTitle":"New Montessori Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hansen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9146773_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1721164592762","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9146773"},{"teacherId":3759218,"projectId":8529376,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to make this project come to life! The timing was perfect, as the materials arrived, our class moved into our Earth Science and geology unit which featured a deep dive into plate tectonics! The students loved working with the materials, particularly the puzzles of plate arrangements past! This semester we're working on creating a mini society in our room in tandem with our study of Founding a Nation. I am excited to use the brand new government materials as the class drafts their class constitution, just as the founders crafted ours! Thanks again for making learning more meaningful in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1730415537606,"projectUrl":"project/tectonic-montessori-materials-for-buildi/8529376/","projectTitle":"Tectonic Montessori Materials for Building a Nation","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Brent","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3759218_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1472708548624","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrbrentsclass"},{"teacherId":9639817,"projectId":8608297,"letterContent":"I am incredibly grateful for your generosity in supporting our Life Skills Special Education classroom. Your contributions have made an immediate and meaningful impact on my students, providing them with essential sensory integration tools and learning materials that enhance their daily experiences and education.\r\n\r\nHow We're Using the New Resources\r\n\r\nFrom the moment the materials arrived, our classroom was filled with excitement! These resources have transformed our learning environment, helping students regulate their sensory needs while engaging in meaningful academic and life skills activities.\r\n\r\nOne of the most memorable moments was during our morning routine, where students now use textured fidget tools and weighted lap pads to help them stay focused and calm. We also introduced a sensory station, where students can take sensory breaks with tactile objects, balance boards, and soft lighting. This has greatly improved their ability to return to structured tasks feeling refreshed and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nStudents' First Reactions\r\nWhen we unboxed the materials, the students were overjoyed! Some immediately gravitated toward the sensory bins, exploring different textures, while others were eager to try out new fine motor tools for practicing handwriting and functional skills. One student, who typically struggles with transitions, independently chose a sensory fidget to help ease anxiety—something that was a huge breakthrough!\r\n\r\nWhat's Next?\r\nWe are currently working on a \"Life Skills in Action\" project, where students practice real-world tasks like sorting, counting money, and following step-by-step instructions for simple cooking activities. The sensory-friendly seating and adaptive tools you provided are making it easier for students to stay engaged and build independence.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this possible! Your support is helping our students grow, thrive, and build skills that will serve them for a lifetime. We can't wait to share more progress with you!","fullyFundedDate":1730424684506,"projectUrl":"project/self-regulation-and-functional-skill-dev/8608297/","projectTitle":"Self Regulation and Functional Skill Development","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ruley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9639817"},{"teacherId":8917696,"projectId":8724629,"letterContent":"Supporting a DonorsChoose project for rain suits ensures that all students can participate in outdoor activities, regardless of the weather or their access to proper gear. This provides them with the opportunity to enjoy fresh air, engage in physical play, and develop vital motor skills while staying dry and comfortable.\r\n\r\nOutdoor time is essential for children's development, promoting physical health, social skills, and focus. By funding rain suits, you're making it possible for students to fully engage in these valuable experiences, contributing to their overall growth and academic success.\r\n\r\nYour generosity removes barriers and creates an inclusive environment where every child can participate in outdoor learning and play. Thank you for investing in their well-being and education—it's an investment that will have a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1733269612625,"projectUrl":"project/rain-suits-for-recess/8724629/","projectTitle":"Rain Suits for Recess!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Sarah","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8917696_orig.jpg?crop=600,600,x0,y24&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1699300506115","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8917696"},{"teacherId":4588791,"projectId":8620505,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supplying essential materials to my classroom this year! I have been using everything with my students and it has been a big help!\r\nI have been able to utilize the little trays to build words with magnetic letters during our intervention time for reading!\r\nWe have been using the big chart paper to share ideas about the books and lessons we have had. The journals have been great for number writing and journal writing. I really appreciate your thoughtfulness when gifting to my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1729707566318,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-learning-supplies/8620505/","projectTitle":"Classroom Learning Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Powell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4588791_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1564620821028","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4588791"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_46233","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":378,"numTeachers":27,"percentFrplEligible":68,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":7,"percentWhite":38,"percentIndigenous":8,"percentLatinx":13,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"14.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":70.4,"schoolId":46233,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Denali Montessori Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Denali Montessori Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/alaska/anchorage-school-district/denali-montessori-elementary-school/46233"}