{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Tumbleweed Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":39.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":3339033,"projectId":9820287,"letterContent":"Today was our \"Read to Succeed\" Prize Cart Day! With many thanks to you, our beautiful new rolling cart with its bright orange bins received lots of compliments as we visited all the classrooms! Students who completed their monthly reading logs were thrilled to choose special prizes, and others were encouraged to meet their goals in time for our next visit. Our school-wide reading program aims to reach students in a variety of ways to improve literacy, at school and home, with a positive impact on lifelong learning. We are grateful for your support and generous giving to help make this possible for our young Tumbleweed Tigers! 🐯💕","fullyFundedDate":1761870730762,"projectUrl":"project/reading-is-rewarding/9820287/","projectTitle":"Reading is Rewarding!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wendy Weddleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3339033_orig.png?crop=433,433,x10,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736101194562","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherweddleton"},{"teacherId":3339033,"projectId":9717199,"letterContent":"Today was our Read to Succeed Prize Cart Day! Thanks to you, our beautiful new rolling cart received lots of compliments as we visited all the classrooms! We were excited to have a cart that rolls smoothly, able to navigate uneven surfaces and easily travel the distance all over campus. Students who completed their monthly reading logs were thrilled to choose special prizes, and others were encouraged to meet their goals in time for our next visit. Our school-wide reading program aims to reach students in a variety of ways to improve literacy, at school and home, with a positive impact on lifelong learning. We are grateful for your support and generous giving to help make this possible for our young Tumbleweed Tigers! 🐯💕","fullyFundedDate":1760383408244,"projectUrl":"project/tigers-to-the-top-in-reading/9717199/","projectTitle":"Tigers to the Top in Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wendy Weddleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3339033_orig.png?crop=433,433,x10,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736101194562","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherweddleton"},{"teacherId":10342821,"projectId":9877800,"letterContent":"We are deeply grateful for your generous contribution to our health office. Your support has provided resources that directly nurture our students' mental health and emotional well‑being.\r\n\r\nBecause of your kindness, our students now have access to tools and activities that help them manage stress, build resilience, and feel supported in their learning environment. These resources not only improve focus and academic performance, but also create a safe space where students know their feelings matter.\r\n\r\nYour donation reminds our students that they are not alone and that their community cares about their growth and happiness. The impact of your generosity will continue to ripple through their lives, fostering confidence, hope, and a stronger sense of belonging.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in the importance of mental health and for making such a meaningful difference in our whole school.","fullyFundedDate":1764010088436,"projectUrl":"project/supporting-student-mental-health-and-hy/9877800/","projectTitle":"Supporting Student Mental Health and Hygiene Well-Being","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jamie Funderburgh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10342821_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763417217966","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10342821"},{"teacherId":10342821,"projectId":9907955,"letterContent":"On behalf of our health office, I want to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of snacks. Your kindness has made a real difference for our students. Having healthy snacks available helps them stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThe impact goes beyond nutrition — it creates a supportive environment where students feel cared for and valued. Your contribution reminds them that there are people who believe in their success and want to see them thrive.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your generosity and the positive change you've brought to our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith appreciation,","fullyFundedDate":1764012808538,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-for-growing-minds/9907955/","projectTitle":"Snacks for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jamie Funderburgh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10342821_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763417217966","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10342821"},{"teacherId":3339033,"projectId":9690627,"letterContent":"Our preschoolers love riding the tricycles, and having this new one is helping keep up with our expanding class as students continue to enroll. This physical activity is so good for their development: building strength, balance, coordination, motor skills, endurance, and healthy hearts. Their self-confidence and social skills are growing as well, some brand new to pedaling and steering, learning to take turns, and practicing \"road\" safety. We are so grateful for your kindness and generosity! Wishing you all the best for the holidays and new year ahead! 💕","fullyFundedDate":1758294226800,"projectUrl":"project/get-movin-fitness/9690627/","projectTitle":"Get Movin' Fitness!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wendy Weddleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3339033_orig.png?crop=433,433,x10,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736101194562","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherweddleton"},{"teacherId":3339033,"projectId":9573411,"letterContent":"We cannot thank you enough for helping us create a cool and calm atmosphere for students in our Tiger Den. Our Bubble Wall is a big hit, not only with students, but with adults and visitors too! The relaxing bubbles change colors with soft lighting, which is mesmerizing to look at. When students become overwhelmed and need help with emotional regulation, they are provided a safe retreat to our Tiger Den, where they are able to calm down, reduce stress, anxiety, and regain self-control so they can return to class and be productive. We are very grateful for your support helping to make this magic happen!","fullyFundedDate":1757531987249,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-stem-technology/9573411/","projectTitle":"Sensory STEM Technology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Wendy Weddleton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3339033_orig.png?crop=433,433,x10,y42&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1736101194562","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/teacherweddleton"},{"teacherId":4164357,"projectId":9574915,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your generosity for helping to fund this project. Again, I know you had a choice in what projects to help fund. I am sincerely grateful for your support in helping my students succeed at such a young age.\r\n\r\nThe balls and sand tools have been an enormous hit with the students! The balls have allowed them to kick, throw, bounce -- all the while working on their gross motor skills! The sand tools have allowed the students to help refine their fine motor skills in gripping, digging, grasping, etc. In addition, with all of the above, it has allowed the students to socialize with others as well. Moreover, it has allowed their creative juices to truly flow! They love building sandcastles, homes, people, etc. using all the new sand equipment. What a tremendous feat in helping them with their social skills and helping to develop the love of learning and creating!\r\n\r\nAgain, I thank you for all your undying support for helping my students thrive, be happy, and succeed! God Bless you all! Happy Thanksgiving as well!","fullyFundedDate":1755691157197,"projectUrl":"project/the-sandman-cometh/9574915/","projectTitle":"The Sandman Cometh!!!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Meyer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4164357_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1482543849493","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4164357"},{"teacherId":10342821,"projectId":9881363,"letterContent":"I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of our project, The Importance of Hygiene in School. Your contribution is making a real difference in the lives of our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, we are able to provide essential hygiene resources and create a healthier learning environment. These tools not only help prevent the spread of illness but also teach our students valuable lifelong habits of cleanliness and self‑care. Your kindness ensures that every child can come to school feeling confident, safe, and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nOur students are already showing excitement and pride in practicing better hygiene. They understand that these small daily actions—washing hands, keeping shared spaces clean, and caring for themselves—are part of building a respectful and supportive school community.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our mission and for investing in the well‑being of our children. Your generosity inspires us and reminds our students that there are people who care deeply about their health and education.","fullyFundedDate":1763514139606,"projectUrl":"project/the-importance-of-hygiene-in-school/9881363/","projectTitle":"The Importance of Hygiene in School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jamie Funderburgh","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10342821_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1763417217966","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10342821"},{"teacherId":3325330,"projectId":9480608,"letterContent":"My students are thrilled to be able to use robotics for their learning process. They have begun studying the components of our kits and will soon begin coding. Of course, I am milking the experience to get them to write about their learning. They are happy to write though, as long as they can build, code and create. \r\nThe whole process takes about 9 weeks, and in the future I might be able to upload more photos as the students complete their projects. However, I wanted to share that we have received the materials and begun the process of learning foundational skills in the engineering design process.\r\n Thank you so very much for encouraging and supporting these youngsters.","fullyFundedDate":1755551098175,"projectUrl":"project/robotics-for-gifted-students/9480608/","projectTitle":"Robotics for Gifted Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Saiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3325330"},{"teacherId":3325330,"projectId":9743653,"letterContent":"You have made the biggest difference in my teaching life, and my students experiences. I was just reflecting today as I was on my way to pick up students, and I realized that without the support of donors like you, my classes would be totally different and probably not as good. \r\nStudents are excited to come to class and start out with a five minute brain teaser of a game. The games we purchased all build on thinking skills and fluent thinking. So, for example, yesterday we looked at some of the pretty surreal pictures in the game, \"Last Letter\", and tried to come up with words quickly for the game. The activity forced creative and fluent thought. As the game went on, students learned from each other and improved on strategies. It was fun, stimulating and totally appropriate for the lesson we were about to do. \r\nWe now have a variety of games for increasing thinking skills and engagement. Thank you so much for your generosity and support. I realize that there were many different projects to choose from. Thank you so much for choosing our school and project!","fullyFundedDate":1758810525605,"projectUrl":"project/games-for-gifted-students/9743653/","projectTitle":"Games for Gifted Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Saiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3325330"},{"teacherId":8361582,"projectId":9397435,"letterContent":"My 2nd grade students were so excited when they saw all of the art supplies arrive. Many have expressed wanting to be artists when they grow up. \r\n\r\nThese art supplies and the creative projects we will do will help my students grow in many ways. They build fine motor skills, boost creativity, and support thinking and problem-solving. Art also helps kids express feelings, gain confidence, and work well with others. Additionally, we can use art to extend our learning in other subjects like math, reading, and science, making learning more fun and meaningful.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity, it makes a true difference!","fullyFundedDate":1754021315050,"projectUrl":"project/art-supplies-for-super-second-graders/9397435/","projectTitle":"Art Supplies For Super Second Graders!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Maestas","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8361582_orig.jpg?crop=298,298,x175,y8&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1646833982312","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8361582"},{"teacherId":3325330,"projectId":9625608,"letterContent":"My students are always happy to learn, but we do work on effort and perseverance when tasks are challenging. At our school we have a PBIS model for providing systems of support. Students are recogized for being responsible with effort and by modeling some of the other Habits of a Scholar. Each month they collect their recognition tickets and are able to buy prizes from the \"Pawsome Store\". This year I was able to buy prizes the students were interested in and offer them in my tiny store. With your help, students have truly enjoyed the monthly prize day and appreciate the prizes. I purchased a number of items, but chose to share the pictures of the students with their tiny figurines. This is the current most popular prize. I truly could not offer such experiences to my students without your support!","fullyFundedDate":1755703457766,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-for-gifted-students/9625608/","projectTitle":"Rewards for Gifted Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Saiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3325330"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_40203","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":438,"numTeachers":33,"percentFrplEligible":74,"percentAsian":4,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":23,"percentIndigenous":1,"percentLatinx":59,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 6","studentTeacherRatio":"13.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":60.7,"schoolId":40203,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Tumbleweed Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Tumbleweed Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/arizona/washington-elementary-school-district/tumbleweed-elementary-school/40203"}