{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Summerwind Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":52.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7287151,"projectId":9926866,"letterContent":"Thanks a million for helping my students build self-confidence and develop a growth mindset! Your interest, support and generosity are greatly appreciated!\r\n\r\nMy speech and language scholars were so excited when the materials arrived! They love the cheerful, colorful, engaging hands-on learning toolkits! The card games and conversation starters have been perfect warm-ups during our Speech Therapy sessions. \r\n\r\nMany of the materials have been added to our Calming Corner. They provide strategies and tools to help my scholars manage emotions, self-regulate, and build self-confidence through self-affirmations. \r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your donation! Thank you for making a difference in the lives of students and educators!","fullyFundedDate":1765219848716,"projectUrl":"project/self-assurance-growth-mindsetconfiden/9926866/","projectTitle":"Self-Assurance + Growth Mindset=Confident Communicators","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gilmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7287151_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1595355080659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7287151"},{"teacherId":7219306,"projectId":9876137,"letterContent":"The day our DonorsChoose boxes arrived at Summerwind Elementary, the energy in our 5th-grade classroom was electric! While we haven't officially \"broken in\" the new goal posts yet, the scrimmage vests were an instant hit. My boys have been so excited that they ask to wear them every single recess. It has been incredible to see how a simple piece of equipment can change the entire dynamic of the playground. Because they can now clearly see who is on their team, the games have become much more organized. I can personally attest that we've seen significantly fewer \"collision\" injuries and far less confusion during play. They finally feel like a real team!\r\n\r\nClassroom Focus & Safety\r\nThe impact inside the classroom has been just as vital. The chewy sensory necklaces have provided immediate relief for students who struggle with anxiety or restlessness, helping them stay grounded and focused during our core lessons. We've also put the new door safety magnets and stoppers to use right away; they have made our daily transitions to and from the yard much smoother and more secure. Even the new staplers have made a difference, allowing the students to take pride in organizing their own writing packets and academic portfolios. These \"small\" items are providing the structure my students need to feel successful.\r\n\r\nNext Steps for Our Students\r\nOur next big milestone will be the \"Grand Opening\" of our new soccer goals! We are currently working on a classroom project about leadership and responsibility, and the students will be tasked with the assembly and \"field setup\" of the goals as a team-building exercise. This project has given my 5th graders a sense of ownership over their space and their play. Your generosity has truly transformed our daily routine, providing my students with a safe, calm, and active environment where they can thrive. Thank you for making this possible for our Summerwind community!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\n\r\nMs. Oyairo\r\n5th Grade Teacher","fullyFundedDate":1769191973211,"projectUrl":"project/soccer-smiles-and-sensory-support-for/9876137/","projectTitle":"Soccer, Smiles, and Sensory Support for Our 5th Graders","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oyairo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7219306_orig.jpg?crop=288,288,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725905287569","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/ms-oyairo"},{"teacherId":7287151,"projectId":9878502,"letterContent":"Many thanks for your generous donation to our \"Speech Therapy + STEM: Part 2\" project!\r\nThe STEM materials provided by this projects included winter, yetis, and pets. My students found the thematic lessons engaging and motivating! They love multi-modality learning opportunities. The magnetic tiles are always a favorite, as they allow my students to tap into their creativity and imagination! \r\n\r\nThanks again for your interest, support and generosity! We appreciate this opportunities to build our communication skills while having fun!","fullyFundedDate":1765930869334,"projectUrl":"project/speech-therapy-stem-part-2/9878502/","projectTitle":"Speech Therapy + STEM: Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gilmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7287151_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1595355080659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7287151"},{"teacherId":7287151,"projectId":9975968,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for loving us! Your donation means the world to us and we love you for your interest, support, and generosity!\r\n\r\nYou made our Valentine's Day speech sessions extra special! My speech and language scholars enjoyed the book \"Love is My Favorite Thing\" and the message of unconditional love was perfect for teaching compassion. They were so excited to adopt their furry friend and provide it shelter in it's Valentine's Day dog house. One of my foster student's has found great comfort in her new \"pet\" and brings it to school every day! \r\n\r\nThe bouquet crafting kits were also a huge success! It was heart warming to hear the student's tell each other who they were gifting the flower bouquets and why. \r\n\r\nThank you so much for supporting my scholars with love and showing them the meaning of kindness and compassion!","fullyFundedDate":1767242508789,"projectUrl":"project/love-is-my-favorite-thing/9975968/","projectTitle":"Love Is My Favorite Thing","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gilmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7287151_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1595355080659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7287151"},{"teacherId":7287151,"projectId":9964222,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping us ring in the Lunar New Year! Your interest, support and generosity are truly appreciated!\r\n\r\nI used the \"Year of the Horse\" book to introduce my speech and language scholars to Lunar New Year. It lead to a great discussion of the holiday and the students inquired about the animals that represented their birth year. They had a great time guessing the year of my birth! They enjoyed coloring and decorating the horse keychains and were delighted to take them home. I asked them to show their family members and share their knowledge about Lunar New Year. The following week during a parent meeting, one student's grandmother commented on the horse keychain. She said her granddaughter was so excited to show off her keychain and had named her horse. She proudly displayed it for all family members to see and she told them about Lunar New Year. \r\n\r\nThe new backpacks were also very well received by several students in need of a fresh start. They were so appreciative and excited!\r\n\r\nThanks again for your generosity and support! You make a difference in the lives of students and educators!","fullyFundedDate":1767137748433,"projectUrl":"project/backpacks-keychains-to-ring-in-lunar-n/9964222/","projectTitle":"Backpacks & Keychains to Ring in Lunar New Year","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gilmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7287151_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1595355080659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7287151"},{"teacherId":7287151,"projectId":9677926,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your \"fin-tastic\" donation to our \"Speech Room Class Pets\" project! My speech and language scholars are mesmerized by the aquatic additions to our Speech Room! Nemo and Squirt, the robo pets included in this project, have made quite a splash! They have provided many opportunities for speech and language interactions and are also perfect for meeting social-emotional needs. We have been able to incorporate the books and STEM coding pets into our thematic speech and language sessions to learn about science and technology. Hands-on learning that sparks creativity and pretend play is perfect for my neurodiverse learns. We are \"fur-ever\" grateful for your generosity and support!","fullyFundedDate":1757542643638,"projectUrl":"project/speech-room-class-pets/9677926/","projectTitle":"Speech Room Class Pets","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gilmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7287151_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1595355080659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7287151"},{"teacherId":7287151,"projectId":9843830,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your interest, support and donation to Speech Therapy + STEM! My speech and language scholars were thrilled to use the new materials during their speech sessions!\r\n\r\nThematic based speech therapy combined with STEM activities is a great way to meet my students communication and academic needs! The gingerbread photo craft kits and the winter sensory kits were big hits with my learners of all ages. Keeping their hands busy and meeting their sensory needs is so helpful when they are practicing their speech sounds or working on their expressive language skills. \r\n\r\nThanks again for your generous donation and support! You help make learning fun!","fullyFundedDate":1762267449679,"projectUrl":"project/speech-therapy-stem/9843830/","projectTitle":"Speech Therapy + STEM","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gilmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7287151_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1595355080659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7287151"},{"teacherId":9200815,"projectId":9853114,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation toward our Power Pen® reading materials. Because of your support, my students now have access to engaging, hands-on tools that are strengthening their reading comprehension skills in meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nThe Power Pen® and accompanying Reading Comprehension Quiz Cards for grades 1, 2, and 3 have made a noticeable impact on student learning. These materials allow students to independently practice comprehension skills while receiving immediate feedback. This instant response helps students recognize mistakes, self-correct, and stay motivated to keep learning—all essential skills for developing confident readers.\r\n\r\nBecause of your donation, I was able to provide differentiated instruction that meets students at their individual reading levels. The variety of grade-level quiz cards allows students to work on skills that are appropriate for them, whether they need additional support or a challenge. The Power Pen® has also increased student engagement, as learners enjoy the interactive format and feel empowered working independently.\r\n\r\nStudents who often struggle with traditional paper-and-pencil tasks have especially benefited from these materials. They are more focused, more willing to try, and proud of their progress. The excitement and confidence these tools bring to reading practice has made a positive difference in our classroom environment.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for investing in tools that help students grow as readers and learners. Your support is truly appreciated and is making a lasting impact in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1762267663567,"projectUrl":"project/the-power-to-learn/9853114/","projectTitle":"The Power to Learn","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bateman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9200815_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709054688037","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9200815"},{"teacherId":9200815,"projectId":9721407,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in funding our Lyrics to Learn karaoke-style reading fluency program. Your gift has made an immediate and meaningful impact on our students, and we are truly grateful for your investment in their learning.\r\n\r\nMany of our students struggle with reading fluency, confidence, and engagement. This technology supports learning by combining music, visual lyrics, and repeated reading practice. As students read along with the lyrics on the screen, they are practicing accuracy, pacing, and expression in a way that feels fun rather than stressful. The instant feedback helps them self-correct, stay focused, and remain motivated to try again. What looks like singing along is actually powerful, structured reading practice.\r\n\r\nThe most exciting part of this program for students is that it doesn't feel like traditional reading work. Students are eager to participate because it feels interactive and joyful. They love choosing songs, reading along with their peers, and hearing their own improvement over time. Many students who were previously reluctant readers now ask for more opportunities to practice because they feel successful and confident.\r\n\r\nSeveral students have especially warmed to this technology, particularly those who struggle with decoding, fluency, or attention. These students are more willing to take risks, read aloud, and practice repeatedly because the music reduces anxiety and increases engagement. We have seen students who typically avoid reading actively participating, completing more work, and showing pride in their progress.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has helped transform reading practice into a positive and empowering experience for our students. Thank you for believing in their potential and for making learning more accessible, engaging, and joyful.\r\n\r\nWith sincere appreciation,\r\nJodi Bateman","fullyFundedDate":1760693623459,"projectUrl":"project/reading-with-rhythm/9721407/","projectTitle":"Reading with Rhythm","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bateman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9200815_orig.png?crop=398,398,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1709054688037","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9200815"},{"teacherId":7287151,"projectId":9790124,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your interest, support and generous donation! \r\n\r\nThe materials included in this project were perfect for Farm-to-School month learning. They provided an abundance of engaging activities aimed to nourish their minds. \r\n\r\nThe diverse books about food, farming, and building community through cooking were perfect for introducing and teaching concepts. My learners especially enjoyed the food toy sets to learn about healthy food choices while practicing language skills, such as describing and categorization. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping us cultivate learning and harvest healthy habits!","fullyFundedDate":1760380999426,"projectUrl":"project/growing-our-minds-and-nourishing-our-bod/9790124/","projectTitle":"Growing Our Minds and Nourishing our Bodies: A Farm-to-School Celebration","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gilmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7287151_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1595355080659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7287151"},{"teacherId":7287151,"projectId":9646339,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing the learning materials included in this project! My speech and language scholars loved learning about unique animals and mythical creatures. The books were used to introduce the creatures-narwhals, axolotls, and unicorns. The themed games were perfect for engaging the students, practicing social skills, and developing language. The STEM building materials sparked their imagination and engineering skills while encouraging cooperative play. Once again, thank you for your interest and generosity! We are so fortunate to have your support!","fullyFundedDate":1757676661241,"projectUrl":"project/unique-critters-and-mythical-creatures/9646339/","projectTitle":"Unique Critters and Mythical Creatures","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gilmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7287151_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1595355080659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7287151"},{"teacherId":7287151,"projectId":9465745,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation and support! This project provided great opportunities for my speech and language scholars to develop and demonstrate compassion by learning to see the world through the eyes of others. \r\n\r\nThe books, games and toys from the \"A Little Spot\" and \"Scribble\" series allowed us to visualize emotions and tackle concepts such as empathy, compassion, and kindness in a colorful, fun, and engaging way. \r\n\r\nMy scholars loved expressing themselves by creating scribble stones! As they created they talked about with whom they would share their stone and why they chose that person. \r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for providing us with this amazing opportunity!","fullyFundedDate":1754504316284,"projectUrl":"project/teaching-compassion-with-a-little-spot/9465745/","projectTitle":"Teaching Compassion with “A Little Spot” and Scribble Stones","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gilmer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7287151_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1595355080659","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7287151"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_54877","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":569,"numTeachers":29,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":20,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":68,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"19.6:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":47.5,"schoolId":54877,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Summerwind Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Summerwind Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/california/palmdale-school-district/summerwind-elementary-school/54877"}