{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Taku Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":34.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9177651,"projectId":10061742,"letterContent":"Thanks to the support of the Allstate Foundation, our Indigenous Education students were able to share Indigenous children's books with families during our Multicultural Family Night. Approximately 300 people attended the event, and families were excited to choose books that reflected their cultures, experiences, and communities.\r\n\r\nStudents helped prepare for the event by creating personalized bookplates and organizing the book giveaway. Books such as Fry Bread, We Are Water Protectors, and Ancestor Approved sparked excitement and meaningful conversations among families.\r\n\r\nThis project supported literacy, celebrated Indigenous voices, and helped strengthen connections between students, families, and school. Quyana, chin'an, and gunalchéesh to the Allstate Foundation for making this meaningful opportunity possible! 💛📚","fullyFundedDate":1770393413316,"projectUrl":"project/sharing-indigenous-stories-with-our-comm/10061742/","projectTitle":"Sharing Indigenous Stories with Our Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crystal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9177651_orig.jpg?crop=533,533,x0,y63&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759960315055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9177651"},{"teacherId":6834126,"projectId":10153008,"letterContent":"Your support for our Fly Guy collection had an immediate impact on student engagement in reading! Books from the Fly Guy series by Tedd Arnold are some of the most requested titles in our library, especially among our youngest readers. With more copies available, students do not have a wait for a title! They know where to look for them in the library, and there is almost always a title available.\r\n\r\nThese high-interest, accessible stories are great for emerging and reluctant readers. The humor, illustrations, and manageable text help students experience success early, which is critical in developing positive reading identities. When students find books they love and can read independently, they are more likely to see themselves as capable readers and continue choosing books on their own.\r\n\r\nBeyond individual growth, this expanded collection will support classroom learning and foster a culture of reading throughout the school. Teachers are be able to incorporate these popular titles into lessons, and students will have shared reading experiences they can talk about with peers. Your generosity is creating a library where every child can find a book they're excited to read—and that kind of access makes all the difference.","fullyFundedDate":1773861278523,"projectUrl":"project/buzz-into-reading-with-fly-guy/10153008/","projectTitle":"Buzz into reading with Fly Guy!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6834126_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754975093573","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6834126"},{"teacherId":9197953,"projectId":9969954,"letterContent":"This was my first year back as a classroom teacher and I started the school year with an empty classroom! From wonderful donors like you, I have been slowly able to add the needed materials to build up my classroom into a positive learning environment full of fun and interactive learning opportunities. \r\n\r\nWith this project, I purchased stools that we use daily. I set up a couple stools in our class library where students partner read. During math, I am able to work with small groups around a table with these stools that allow for easy stacking and don't take up much room. I also purchased some math manipulatives that the kids love for hands on learning with place value and money. I use them for both class instruction and students math centers. \r\n\r\nI am truly thankful for your donation to my 2nd grade classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1767234753809,"projectUrl":"project/2nd-grade-math-center/9969954/","projectTitle":"2nd Grade Math Center","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Melrose","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9197953_orig.jpg?crop=960,960,x0,y89&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692214156807","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9197953"},{"teacherId":9177651,"projectId":9946301,"letterContent":"Quyana (thank you) so much for fully funding our DonorsChoose project for snacks in our after-school Fab Lab for Indigenous students! Our students were so excited when the boxes arrived—there was real joy as they opened them, saw all the delicious snacks, and learned that they came from people who don't even know them, but chose to care anyway.\r\n\r\nThat moment was powerful. You showed our students firsthand what community looks like and how kindness can come from beyond their classroom or school. Because of you, students are able to come to Fab Lab feeling welcomed, supported, and ready to create after a long school day.\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful for your generosity and the message it sent to our students. Quyana for believing in them and supporting our program!","fullyFundedDate":1765803759400,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-you-ate-now-lets-create/9946301/","projectTitle":"Snacks You Ate, Now Lets Create!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Crystal","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9177651_orig.jpg?crop=533,533,x0,y63&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759960315055","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9177651"},{"teacherId":6834126,"projectId":9619369,"letterContent":"Thanks for funding our Battle of the Books project! The main impacts of this project are student engagement, increased motivation, and skill development. Battle transforms reading from a solitary activity into an interactive and dynamic experience. Structured as a friendly competition, it motivates students to dive deeper into various books, thereby fostering a lively learning environment. Students discuss plot points, characters, and themes - which enhances their comprehension and retention. These kids are filled with curiosity and inspiration! \r\n\r\nThe motivation among students has increased participation. It was a slow roll to get kids interested, and two months in kids are asking if there is more room on the teams. The prospect of competing in a book tournament motivates students to read more diligently and devote their time to reading. This has created a more passionate engagement with books. Kids are coming to the library to swap out books and mark off their chart multiple times a week.\r\n\r\nParticipation in the Battle of the Books naturally fosters the development of a wide range of skills among students. Through the process of reading and preparing for the competition, students are developing their analytical and critical thinking abilities, as they must understand and interpret various texts thoroughly. They are learning to work together, share knowledge, and support each other in preparing for the competition in January.","fullyFundedDate":1755710021061,"projectUrl":"project/turning-pages-building-teams-winning-b/9619369/","projectTitle":"Turning Pages, Building Teams, Winning Battles","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Moore","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6834126_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754975093573","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6834126"},{"teacherId":3122247,"projectId":9298993,"letterContent":"My students are working hard to earn their prizes from this project: we are working on positive attitudes, always safe, work hard, and show respect. They earn a cub caught and are placed in a daily drawing to earn the fun prizes this project funded. I was also able to share with the schools drawing so students have more choice! They love these prizes and are working hard to make sure they are doing all they can to earn them! Prizes are expensive but with this generous donation we are able to have months worth for students! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1746786102245,"projectUrl":"project/gifts-for-growth-celebrating-a-year-of/9298993/","projectTitle":"Gifts for Growth: Celebrating a Year of Learning!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lothrop","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3122247"},{"teacherId":3122247,"projectId":9298941,"letterContent":"My students appreciate your generosity with getting headphones not only for their daily work on their Chromebooks but also for testing to help them stay focused. They have taken very good care of their new headphones and use the silencing ones when they just need the extra help with focus. Without these headphones they wouldn't be able to complete their IReady lessons and earn their next party as a class! Thank you for donating to this project and allowing my students the opportunities that they deserve!","fullyFundedDate":1746785461032,"projectUrl":"project/learning-loud-and-clear-with-headphones/9298941/","projectTitle":"Learning Loud and Clear With Headphones for All!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lothrop","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3122247"},{"teacherId":3122247,"projectId":9298909,"letterContent":"The students at Taku are very grateful for all of the support with this project! They have headphones to help with online learning.\r\nWe have also increased our attendance because we have the necessary cleaning supplies to help us all stay healthy! Snacks have also been beneficial as students often come to school hungry and rely on these to get through the day. Taku kids thank all of you for your support in keeping our kids in school with the necessary tools needed. As the winter is setting in these will help get us through the next months! Thank you to all of the donors.","fullyFundedDate":1746785716181,"projectUrl":"project/clean-hands-bright-minds-help-keep-our/9298909/","projectTitle":"Clean Hands, Bright Minds: Help Keep Our Classroom Germ-Free!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Lothrop","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3122247"},{"teacherId":9143299,"projectId":7612417,"letterContent":"Alternative seating has had a powerful impact on preschool students with disabilities by creating more inclusive, comfortable, and engaging learning environments. Flexible options such as wobble stools, bean bags, floor cushions, and reading benches allow children to move, self-regulate, and choose seating that meets their sensory and physical needs. This flexibility helps reduce anxiety, increase attention, and improve participation during group activities and reading time. Students gain a sense of control and independence, which builds confidence and social interaction skills. Overall, alternative seating promotes focus, emotional regulation, and a greater love for learning among young children with diverse abilities.","fullyFundedDate":1691353510976,"projectUrl":"project/if-i-fit-i-sit/7612417/","projectTitle":"If I Fit, I Sit!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wolkoff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9143299_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1776125207282","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9143299"},{"teacherId":9148497,"projectId":9336452,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution to the project Clean and Confident Kids. What a joy it was to be able to provide these products for my students!\r\n\r\nThe kids were so excited when I told them I had put together a Personal Hygiene Kit for each and every one of them, thanks to your generosity. They were so curious about what might be in their bags. There was a lot of excited chatter as they received their bags and explored the contents. These kids were so very grateful for the large variety of items you provided for them and my classroom was instantly transformed! Combs were taken out and many of them were brushing their hair, lotion bottles opened, lots of sniffing and exclaims of \"OHHHH! This smells soooo good!\" My girls were especially grateful for the feminine hygiene products provided and made it a point to tell me privately how relieved they were to have them. \r\n\r\nI cannot thank you enough for the kindness you have shown these kids. Their smiles and excitement were magical. It was truly a gift.","fullyFundedDate":1750874511101,"projectUrl":"project/clean-and-confident-kids/9336452/","projectTitle":"Clean and Confident Kids","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Katrina","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9148497_orig.jpg?crop=1160,1160,x0,y30&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691021191795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9148497"},{"teacherId":9150122,"projectId":9337150,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation!\r\nWe now have a color printer in a school that we can use to provide teachers with vibrant data graphics and visuals. \r\nAs a Title I school, we take student growth to heart. We are always striving to improve our instruction so that we can reach our students in the most impactful way. With this newly added color printer, teachers can see data, statistics, and their goals come to life. This has, and will, help our collaboration and understanding of student growth and progress.\r\nThank you so much for helping us see every child in color!","fullyFundedDate":1747953280175,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-up-with-our-goals/9337150/","projectTitle":"Keeping Up with our Goals!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ferrer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9150122_orig.jpg?crop=541,541,x0,y86&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1691222098675","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9150122"},{"teacherId":5969219,"projectId":9054866,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous donations. With this project, students were able to practice classroom skills while having fun and staying engaged. After learning the games in the classroom, I made card sets for them to take home to play with their families. They were so excited to have their own set of flashcards as well as more materials to use in class and home.\r\n\r\nIt was great to see fluency increase with all the students. Some students made HUGE growth and were quite proud of themselves. I loved watching their attitudes about math change since knowing simple facts made everything else easier for them. Confidence and participation grew and our math lessons were no longer something that they tried to avoid.\r\n\r\nWe kept our classroom less germier with the wipes and tissues. Fewer students were sick and able to attend school on a regular basis. Our class often won the weekly attendance award for having the highest attendance rates. I believe it is because having the materials to keep it clean helped keep them healthy.\r\n\r\nAgain, I can't thank you enough for your generosity. You made such a difference in the lives of thirty-five fourth graders! Your kindness will never be forgotten.","fullyFundedDate":1743519117922,"projectUrl":"project/tis-the-season-for-runny-noses-sneezing/9054866/","projectTitle":"Tis the Season for Runny Noses, Sneezing, and Indoor recesses.","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gardeline","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5969219"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_68657","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":300,"numTeachers":23,"percentFrplEligible":77,"percentAsian":11,"percentBlack":4,"percentWhite":17,"percentIndigenous":14,"percentLatinx":18,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"13.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":65.7,"schoolId":68657,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Taku Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Taku Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/alaska/anchorage-school-district/taku-elementary-school/68657"}